Chiplun Tourism

Chiplun Tourism In the quiet, far away from the city port district ofRatnagiriinMaharashtra, lies Chiplun, the city that offers you time among mango groves next to the beautiful lake, Vashishti. This town is most known for its white sand beaches and beautiful mango and cashew groves by theVashishti river. Chiplun, meaning 'The abode of Lord Parashurama' got its name because of the famous temple it houses. Chiplun also happens to be an industrial town and most people coming to this side tend to go to the River view resort, a popular getaway on weekends. The sunsets that can be seen from both the Vashishti river andKoyna Damare so attractive that people book rooms to wake up to the sight of the brilliant scenery. Chiplun falls as an important station on the Konkan railway route for trains heading toMumbaifrom Goa and South India. This gives you all the more reason to stop by at this little heavenly place for a breath of fresh air before you greet the city of dreams, Mumbai and all the chaos that comes with it. Travellers describe their experience here as the perfect picnic spot, with the scent of mangoes wafting through the air. Download Chiplun PDF Guide > What's Great? Picturesque places. Lip-smacking Malvani cuisine. Mild winters with pleasant weather. Not too crowded. What's not so Great? Heavy rainfall. No adventures as such except trekking. For Whom Beaches and greenery make it perfect destination for honeymooners and nature lovers. Pretty good place for those who love Malvani food. Trekking can be the reason for adventure enthusiasts to visit the place.

Delectable Malvani cuisine If you are planning a trip to Chiplun, do not miss the scrumptious Malvani food. This cuisine basically is the standard cuisine of coastal regions. It comprises mostly of non-vegetarian delicacies. Malvani cuisine is cooked in a unique style. The use of coconut in any form is common in all dishes. If you love spicy food, Malvani cuisine is perfect for you. However, there are few non-spicy dishes too. There are a plethora of choices available to you when it comes to Malvani food like 'Kombdi Vade' but seafood curries and fish dishes are dominant. In Chiplun particularly, you will find various restaurants serving this cuisine. The most famous of them is Hotel Abhishek. The restaurant is easy to locate. Also, other cuisines are available here. All these lip-smacking dishes are must try if you are in coastal regions.

One Day Itinerary Day 1-Reach Chiplun by morning. After checking into your hotel and taking breakfast, you can start your day by visiting Parashurama Temple. It is at a walking distance from the city centre. After this, if you are visiting Chiplun in monsoon season, you can head out to Sawatsada waterfalls. It is near to the city centre. Then, take lunch and do not forget to order the famous Malvani cuisine. In the evening, you can go to Guhagar village as per your mood. It is located far from the city and will take around 3 hours including the travel time.Day 2-Start early morning to visit the largest river of Konkan, Vashishti river. You will get a beautiful view in morning. After this, you can head out to Walawalker Shivaji Museum. This will take around 3 hours. Take lunch and then, head out to Koyna Dam. This place also looks beautiful in monsoons. You can also visit Nehru Smriti Udyan which is right next to it.Day 3-After taking breakfast, start early and head out to Marleshwar Temple. It is situated at a distance of around 56 km. So, around 4 to 5 hours is required to explore the temple. Then, you can head out for trekking at Nageshwar Temple.Day 4-If you are here for one more day, then you can visit Pandavas caves or Gowalkot fort. You can get a fantastic view from this fort.

Restaurants and Local Food in Chiplun Most restaurants in Chiplun serve Malvani food. Hotel Abhishek is the most well known among all. You can find all kinds of restaurants as well in Chiplun, no matter what your taste is. Some of the must try and buys in Chiplun are jackfruit chips, cashew nuts, mangoes and Kokum sherbet. View 2 Restaurants in Chiplun >>

Jul-Febis the best time to visit Chiplun You can go to Chiplun all year round though the best time to visit Chiplun is in the monsoons, for the Sawatsada waterfall, and all the treks. The region has a tropical climate, hence known for its lush green land, free flowing rivers, monsoon water falls, acres and acres of paddy field, mango farms and much more. Weather in Chiplun Loading... Chiplun in Summer (March - May) The temperature starts rising from March. Summers in Chiplun are pretty hot with temperatures ranging from 30 to 40 degrees Celcius. Therefore, tourists generally avoid coming to Chiplun during this period. Chiplun in Monsoon (June - September) From June onwards, monsoons hit the city providing relief from the blistering heat. This period is the best time to visit Chiplun as tourists can witness picturesque landscapes and beautiful views. This time is good for sightseeing as Chiplun is full of lush green vegetation. Chiplun in Winter (November - February) Winters start setting in from November with temperature taking a dip. Though the mercury starts falling from November onwards, it's from December that harsh winters set in. The temperature ranges from 12 to 30 degrees Celcius. You can visit Chiplun in early months of winters like October and November for outdoor activities. Monthly Weather in Chiplun Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 18 31 February 20 33 March 21 33 April 25 34 May 27 34 June 25 33 July 24 29 August 24 29 September 24 29 October 23 32 November 19 34 December 19 33

Events in Chiplun Sightseeing at Sawatsada Waterfall July - September Close to the famous Parshuram Temple, you can only view the Sawatsada waterfall during monsoons, as rest of the year the water level is quite low. The lush green land, flowing waterfalls, all make it a spectacle worth watching.