Murud Janjira Tourism

"Of beaches and forts" Murud Janjira Tourism Murud is known for it widespread sandy beaches adorned with majestic forts and outlined by palms and coconut trees, creating a perfect holiday scenery. Murud, in theRaigaddistrict with resorts and natural beauty beckoning you, is the place to be for a relaxed, modest vacation, with sparkling golden beaches. Murud has adventure and spirituality, infused into its pristine landscapes. Apart from the world class beaches, there is the Murud Janjira Fort, Kasa Fort, Gol Gumbaz and a few others. The nearby hills of Murud-Janjira are home to a beautiful shrine dedicated to Lord Dattatreya. Download Murud Janjira PDF Guide > What's Great? Clear golden sandy beaches. Authentic and exquisite Konkan cuisine. Breathtaking views and lively sport with a historical twist. Well connected via roads which make it a perfect destination for a road trip. What's not so Great? Can't be visited during monsoons due to extreme rainfalls in the Konkan region For Whom This place is an ideal spot for all the beach lovers who are looking forward to a relaxing weekend getaway. Also, a must visit for family vacationers because this place has everything to offer for all age groups.

Sands and Castle The clear sandy beaches of Murud, outlined by palm and coconut trees is a destination worth visiting. The beauty of this place engages you in a way that you would want to visit this place again and again. The majestic forts in and around Murud, gives this place an interesting edge. Situated in Raigad district of Maharashtra, Murud is a place that becomes very interesting and inviting. With the natural beauty so serene, this place holds a special charm. It is a perfect destination for relaxing and soothing vacation. History of Murud Unlike other beaches, Murud has a significant history with sea forts situated amidst the Arabian sea. The island fort, Murud-Janjira was built in the 17th century by Malik Ambar, the Sultan of Ahmednagar. The fort is surrounded by water from all the sides. The Kasa fort as well is of a very historical importance. Spread across 9 acres, this fort is considered to be the most important sea forts constructed by the great Marathas in order to conquer Murud Janjira. The ruins of Kasa fort can be seen from the sea shore.

Itinerary Day 1-Reach Murud by noon, check in the hotel and head to the beach straightaway. The beaches are lovely and it's a great way to begin your vacation. The sunset from the beach with the fort in the background is simply breathtaking. End your day with some authentic and very delicious local Konkani food.Day 2-Head to visit the majestic Janjira fort on day 2. The fort is accessible from Rajpuri, by sailboat. It takes approximately 30 minutes to reach. After this, you can visit Kasa fort or stroll around Naigaon beach.

Restaurants and Local Food in Murud Janjira Local Konkan, seafood and some of the popular items off the Maharashtrian cuisine such as thePohaetc are the simple treasures of this area. The area does not have too many splendid options for cuisine but does house some of the most delicious and exquisite seafood, fish and chicken preparations that you might ever taste. One can also findBiryanias well as Chinese and Continental cuisines in the area. View 3 Restaurants in Murud Janjira >>

Throughout the yearis the best time to visit Murud Janjira Murud is a place that can be visited throughout the year. It has a slightly warm summer and cooler winters. However, it is advisable to not visit during monsoons because of the extreme monsoons in the Konkan region. On the upside, the beauty increase manifolds during monsoons. You might want to plan a visit around festivities relating to Lord Ganesha and the new year for a truly vibrant vacation. Weather in Murud Janjira Loading... Murud Janjira in Summer (March - June) The summer season here is noticeably very hot and dry and you should generally avoid travelling to Murud during this time. Due to the scorching heat and the blaring sun, it becomes very uncomfortable to go to the beach or do the sightseeing. The temperature usually ranges from 23 to 38 degrees Celcius along with the humidity in the air. Murud Janjira in Monsoon (July - August) July marks the beginning of the monsoon and you should avoid travelling during this time. Due to extreme rainfalls, the roadways and the railways are affected. Frequent landslides make it a dangerous option. However, it is beautiful during this season. Murud Janjira in Winter (September - February) The best time to visit Murud is in winters. The temperature during winters is very comfortable to be on the beach or take a ferry ride to the sea forts. The temperature ranges from 13 to 29 degrees Celcius in the winters which make it an apt time to visit. Monthly Weather in Murud Janjira Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 19 31 February 20 33 March 22 33 April 25 34 May 27 34 June 26 32 July 26 30 August 25 30 September 25 31 October 25 33 November 21 34 December 20 31