This is Coastal Konkan within 200 KM reach from Pune. Gentle winds, soft sands and inviting waters make Shriwardhan-Diveagar irresistible to beach lovers. Also, If one relishes sea-food, there is no dearth of delicacies to sample here.
Adventurers can even take a small boat to the north side of the bay and explore a land where the Peshwas or prime ministers of the Maratha kingdom, originally resided. 18 Kms from shrivardhan is a small town Harihareshwar, which is known for its tranquil and picturesque beach and is also famous for the Shiva temple of Harihareshwar.
You can visit these places from Pune for 2 days (weekend) or for 3 days (recommended).
Getting There
Via Tamhini ghat (approx 200 km)
• Pune — Paud – Pirangut Road — Tamhini Ghat — Turn left at Vile
• Vile — Nijampur — Mangaon .You will reach NH – 17. Continue traveling left towards Mahad
• Turn right 500 mts after Mangaon ST Stand on SH 97 to Mhasala. Turn right again on SH98 after Mhasala – Arathi Road Junction – Shrivardhan
(Road map: Pune – Chandani Chauk – Paud – Mulshi – Dongarwadi – Tamhini Ghat – Vile – Nijampur – Mangaon – Lonere Phata – Goregaon – Mhasala – Arathi Road Junction – Shrivardhan. Road is smooth and good. It could be bad for portion of the ghat section. Avoid crossing Tamhini Ghat after 6:00 PM. It is not safe)
Via Mahabaleshwar (235 km)
• Pune — Pune – Bangalore Highway — Surur Village
• Turn right towards Wai — Panchgani — Mahabaleshwar — Ambenali Ghat — Poladpur.
• You will reach NH17 at Poladpur.
• Turn right towards Mahad – Lonere Phata – Goregaon
• Goregaon – Mhasala – Arathi Road Junction – Shrivardhan (SH 98)
(Road map via Mahabaleshwar: Pune – Shirval – surur – Wai – Panchgani – Mahabaleshwar – Poladpur – Mahad – Goregaon – Mhasala – Arathi Road Junction – Shrivardhan. Road is smooth and very good. It is 4 lane toll road (NH4) till surur village (first 80 KMs). Ghat section is also good and safe to cross even in the night as it is crowded with Mahabaleshwar bound traffic.)
Via Bhor (185 km)
• Pune — Pune – Bangalore Highway NH4 — Khed Shivapur
• Turn right just ahead of Khed Shivapur at Bhor Phata
• Bhor — Varandha Ghat — reach NH – 17 at “Hotel Sagar” just outside Mahad.
• Turn right towards Mangaon. Get off the highway at Lonere Phata to Goregaon – Mhasala – Shrivardhan. (SH 98)
(Road map via Bhor: Pune – Khed Shivapur – Bhor – Varandha Ghat – Mahad – Goregaon – Mhasala – Shrivardhan). Road is 4 lane toll road till Khed Shivapur. After that it is not in good shape. Do not cross Varandha Ghat during night as it is not very safe. This is shortest distance to reach Mahad from Pune but road is not that smooth. If you have good 4 wheeler like Scoirpio, Supo, Safari, you may even opt for this route.)
Diveagar
Diveagar Beach can easily rival any beach on the west coast of India for its clear waters, white sand & serenity. Diveagar is situated approximately 5 Kms from Shrivardhan. Reaching Diveagar is quite easy, take a right turn after Mangaon on the Mumbai-Goa highway, from here it’s a one-hour drive to Diveagar. Diveagar is just like any other village on the Konkan coast but it gained overnight fame upon the discovery of Ganesh idol made of pure gold in one of the Supari Baghs (Garden) in the village.
The beach is a real revelation, a six km long stretch with white sand & clear water. At one end of the beach is a fishing settlement while the other end offers a sanctuary to the migratory seagulls feasting in the creek waters. The beach has a lot of Suru trees, which are common to coastal Maharashtra. The access to the beach has a dense cover of Belu trees, which are very uncommon sight on this coast.
Diveagar has numerous households offering accommodation for as low as Rs.300-400 per day. The local cuisines are worth exploring & better enjoy eating it as no other options are available. Diveagar is an ideal weekend getaway away from City crowd. Don’t expect any luxury hotels & typical city eating joints here but be prepared to be surprised by the simplicity & calmness offered by this place.
Spots
• Suvarnaganesha (Golden Ganesh) Temple: History of Suvarnaganesha is quite fascinating. It was on the special day of November 17th, 1998 (Sankashti Chaturthi as per the Hindu calendar) that there was found a copper box beneath the earth. It was weighing 30 kilos in a coconut cultivation near the temple. The box was muddy as it was buried and looked ancient. It had some words written from the 10 century in Sanskrit. This incident attracted all the mob from the Diveagar village. This was the second incident that an ancient piece of history was found, as earlier there was found a “Tamraptra” at the same place. when the box was opened in presence of Govt Officials, there was a sculpture of Lord Ganesh made out of pure gold. Also the box contained ornaments belonging to Lord Ganesha. It was then that the god was named “Suvarnaganesh”.
Suvarnaganesh is a complete idol of Lord Ganesha,but a sculpture of pure 24 caret gold.Its weighted 1 kilo and 300grams,with height of 24 inches. It is said that this sculpture was created to mask some Lord Ganesh stone idol, which was earlier in the temple. However its still a puzzle as to who has buried it and for what reason. But people of Diveagar have tremendous faith in Suvarnagensh and that the god is blessing the place with prosperity.
• Sundernarayan Temple: Also know as Rupnarayan temple, was believed to be built in the thirteen century, under the rule of King Shilahar. The idol is the best example of sculpture. The four hands of the idol along with their accessories Shank(Shell),Chakra(Wheel), Gada(Weapon), Padma(Lotus) are carved in such a manner that when seen in clockwise direction ,it shows 24 different appearances of Lord Vishnu.
• Seashore: At the back of the Sundernarayn temple, there sea-shore of about 4-5 kilometers. The soothing sand beneath, the sea in semicircle appears to be calling. Beach is safe for swimming as against its neighour – Harihareshwar Beach which is not that safe.
• Shrivardhan Seashore: Kondivali beach (5 Kms from Shrivardhan) – clean and unmarked by footprints.
• Birthplace of Peshwa Bajirao I: 5 kms from Shrivardhan
Stay
Exotica Beach Resort – It has 10 AC Wooden log Cottages with direct access to beach. Each cottage is equipped with Inverter backup for power supply, Standard bed, Television & Air-conditioners.At Exotica, you are completely in harmony with nature. Untouched, unexplored & raw. The ambience here is very exclusive, comfortable & utmost refreshing. In keeping with its trend, this resort has an all Wooden Cottage accommodation. It consists of 10 well maintained Ac Log cottages with serene interiors. Self-contained & ideal for couples/family. The resort has a Multicuisine Wadi restaurant offering a delicious blend of continental, Indian, Chinese & Konkani cuisines.
Harihareshwar
Harihareshwar is one of the finest places in Konkan. It is famous for a temple on the seashore as well as the beach and the natural beauties here. Harihareshwar is only 18 Kms for Shrivardhan. If one wants to enjoy traveling by sea, the launches are also available between the two towns. The temple here is one of the major attractions. Harihareshwar is known as Kashi of Southern India. The hill on the seashore at Harihareshwar is also known as ‘Harihar’ or ‘Pushpadri’.
The temple is old and the construction period of this temple can not be easily said. The temple might be constructed in Shivaji’s Period as one can find such sculptures. But was re-constructed by First Bajirao Peshawa in 1723. The temple consists of idols of Brahma – Vishnu – Mahesh and Devi Parvati. The other temples in the premises are of Shri Kalbhairav and Shri Yogeshwari.
Truly, Harihareshwar is a place of temples and beautiful seashore. The atmosphere here is very auspicious and creates pleasure. The seashore, beach , the dark woods near the sea and the temple are worth to visit.
Caution : Beach is not very safe for swimming especially during low tide. It has lots of undercurrents.
Stay
- MTDC Resort Harihareshwar (Beach)
- Resort Harihareshwar (Hill Top)
very beautiful pic and thanks for the kind of information as i don’t know there are some other places then goa do visit in india.
plz send us the details of the hotels, visiting spots & traveling details by road from Nasik, Maharashtra to this Kashid beach.
Plz reply.
very rare information getting me thanks for it
I LOVE THESE SPOTS N WANTS TO SPENT MY LIFE THERE ,,,,,,,,,,,,
hi….
very nice pic.thnx for send us these
hi , very attractive place . i have make up my mind to visit there next month , thank you so much
beautiful pictures
The Indian Ocean at it’s best.Thank you.
BEAUTIFUL PLACE! I like it. Thanks for the info!
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All the pics are very beautiful & thanks for sending the same. i will try to spent my some time at the same type of place.
Lovely pic spot i d never seen pleasant and relaxing rhythm
shamla
please give complete detail of road map or nearby train from mumbai(kandivali)
and veg hotel seaon for stay there
thanku for giving this wonderful photos………………..
nature rules stills……………………..
sun rise in the fog area photo is super……………..
thanks you
It is vey very attractive place . i have make up my mind to visit there next month , thank you so much
it is beautiful interesting and peace giving,thanks.
India is great. Thanks for showing such beautiful places of which I am not aware.
I been there. Both of the places are beautiful. Please do visit.
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BAhut hi khubsurat jagah hai.
I will visit it in rainy season.
Beach blue is very nice.
My DESTINATION
If you are lucky you can also see dolphins folicking in the water at Harihareshwar. I have seen them and believe me its a sight you will never forget.
Excellent pictures. Send detials about other such near by sites in Konkan. If we plan a vacation of 3-4 days where else can we go?
excellent ” Dill kaheta hai abhi hi chle jaw.” what a nice place
Gud Info…
Thanks for sharing
Keep sending such information…
hi h r u i saw the pix n its really amazing n so much beautyfull thanks for sending me n ilike to know how can u give this
hi i have a immeging picture and beautiful morning also man u picture i realy good and verry nice picture ok sir/madam by
Excellent picturesque, i would love to visit this place, is it safe to travell with my family………plz. let me know how easy is it to go from Mumbai….
Thankyou
hi there & thanks to giving the beautiful place for a picnic itself in devagar (maharashtra) JAI MAHARASHTRA
WONDERFUL PICS, BUT LET ME TELL YOU THAT IT IS ACTUALLY MORE BEAUTIFUL THAN WHAT WE CAN SEE HERE. I HAD BEEN THERE ONCE AND ITS AWSOME…. A MUST VISIT AS FAR AS BEACH IS CONCERNED.
I am fascinated and feel drunk in the beauty of the places. Now, I am told it is very close to Ratnagiri town. If that be so, a friend of mine has been pressing me to buy some small plot of land there, Is it advisable and feasible to spend the twilight of my life there.
Please send me hotel details & their charges .
Shrivardhan is my native place. Shrivardhan and hareshwar i like very much. I am going with my family every vacation.
I like the place as i have already visited.
Do not forget to see the golden ganpati found by a farmer in Diveagar while digging in the field.
Its a half statue till the waist (complete gold statue of ancient times).
Its now placed in a local temple there.
Its amazing!
Better watch it !
you know wht i hv visited all these places as it is my native place but thnx a lot for showing this naturural beauty to all who really appreciate ur work and like nature
Pl. send us details of hotels/resorts at Harihareshwar,Diveghar
These places are very inviting!!
i love this places and say to all of you please go head and enjoy life
Hi,
The information & Images are truely good.
Can you please send me the information about the stay near Diveagar beach and about any public transport from Pune?
Waiting for your response.
Hi,
Srivardhan is a soul of earth. Greenery,Mountains,Sea-side,Obviously everything will get here.
by,
MR.FAIYAZ JALGAONKAR
(Ranavali)
There are some details which haven’t been mentioned at this site:
Harihareshwar is one of the few temples where Brahma, Vishnu, Mahesh all exist in the same temple along with Kal Bhairav
The place has a mention in old religious books as well.. its said that during Sur- Asur fight when Sur started losing the battle, Kal bhairav was created by lord Shiv (its a long story abt the creation) however when Lord Shiv asked him to fight against Asur, Kal Bhairav asked what he would get in return. Then it is said that this temple was created where Lord Shiv said before anyone visits me, he will have to visit you. If you visit the temple you have to enter it via entrance near Kal Bhairav’s idol. once you have paid regards to Kal Bhairav, you can go to the Brahma-Vishnu-Mahesh temple and while on the route out again pay regards to Kal Bhairav.
Its also said Maharishi Agastya took samadhi at Harihareshwar (or sriwardhan) and bones from his samadhi were used to make the weapons.
If you climb down towards the sea side the rocks are cut in a foot shape. Locals believe that its Shripad ( God’s foot prints). Best time to visit is during low-tide. Also if you are lucky enough you may also see dolphins attracted to the area by the ships passing by.
The hills behind the temple also have a mention in Mahabharat. Its said that during agyatvaas the pandav brothers stayed in these jungles hiding from kauravs. You can also see couple of sandlewood trees there.
The best way to visit the place is on a Bike. Drive up to Harihareshwar.. visit the harihareshwar and sriwardhan beaches. Next day morning go to temple. After visiting the temple follow this route – Harihareshwar – Deogarh – Shriwardhan – khargaon – Shrevadi – Borli – Diveagar – Dighi. Take a boat ride to Murud – Janjira via boat and yes they will take your bike as well. If possible take the trip to during sunset.. its very beautiful. Once you cross over to Murud-Janjira you may choose to stay over night over there. Next day morning visit the forts of Murud and Janjira. drive up to Alibag. Visit the forts there and then you can catch a launch to Mumbai (Bhau-cha-dhakka/Ferry Wharf) and visit Mumbai.
You may want to try out the aam papad, and its equivalent made of Jamun and Peru (Amrud/Guava) in Harihareshwar premises. The best time to visit there is just after the monsoons. The thick and dense green foliage with white sands and blue seas is a treat for the eyes. There are few waterfalls on the way to harihareshwar from goa highway which will be active during Sept month. Dont forget to carry mosquito repellants (odomos etc). Stay safe and enjoy..
Hope this info helps..
Just repoding to some of the queries posted at this site:
Yes there are ST buses plying till Sriwardhan and some buses go up near harihareshwar. visit the following site for public transport and tours:
http://msrtc.gov.in/tours.html
MTDC hotel and private hotels are available in the area.
Some additional info. – This area was also notorious area for all nefarious activities and used to be den of D gang. Even the infamous RDX for mumbai blasts had reportedly been unloaded at this place. Due to its location at Ratnagiri – Raigad border, Savitri river estuary that gives a peaceful port and 12 nautical miles India border, they made use of loop holes in state/district and country laws and used to flourish over here. Now it has been cleaned up to a great extent. Ask any local for more info
No words to explain about this place. The safe and clean beach, all the village in beautifull coconut and beetle trees a must go destination for weekends as well as for Long relaxing time. I stayed at Prathamesh Resort such a nice place to relax and enjoy. Special suggession : Avoide entering in the Two ends of the beach
Thanks for the info.
Its very easy to roam around these places now as we have a strong information about the beautiful
places like harihareshwar because of this site. I am traveling to this place for first time.
Hence forth i will suggest my freinds to do read this site before going for any trip.
Thanks for the important information.
Really vry nice place planning to go there .
can anyone tell me @ good accommodation’s provided in all places with reasonable prices
thnxs
Hi
I am planning to visit most of these places,
can any one provide the details resorts and/or hotels name in all of these places
Thnxs
Beautiful beaches….lovely……
only thing …if u’r going with your lady friends make sure they dont dive in in bikinis coz the local population there would freak and create a mess
All the three places-Diveaagar, Harihreshwar , Shrivardhan are not only beautiful but are also religious places. The sea shore of Diveaagar and Shrivardhan is safe for sea bathing but Harihareshwar sea is not at all safe. For Stay Shrivardhan resort is comfortable.
Hi
Could you please let us know if it is a good time to visit Divegar beach now i.e. in rainy season….
Also which will be the best route to reach over there from Pune…(The shortest one)…Would it be a good idea to have an overnight journey….
Thanks!!
Hi All,
I would like to know route to Tamhini ghat from Hinjewadi phase 3
I would appreciate exact direction – Thx Nilesh K
We are planned to visit on 15 and 16 Aug 09. Pls let me know if good resorts avialable. It should contain disco also… Pls reply the mail or call back… 9823319376
Hi,
can u pls send me details of the cost that would be for days and 1 night to harrihareshwar-divyagar it shoud incould travelling for pune to the place and again back to pune. and arrangement to stay in a hotel
hi
can u please let know some good place to stay here for 2 families for 2 nights. our budget is around Rs 700/- per night. it should be centrally located so that it doesn’t involve much of travelling
regards
sudeep
Pl. Tell me the distance between Diveagar to Murud janjira by road for a 30 seater.
I like dive-agar very much because it is full of sceneic beauty and the ganasha that had found by the old women. our family like to play on sea shore and all we enjoy it evry time.
i am planning to visit in march and april 2010. can you please give me a good a/c place to stay for 5 adults and 3 kids! main reason for visit is to enjoy beach and nature and good local food. i would like to stay in diveagar. thanks in advance.
Hi,
I just wanna tell that diveagar is a very awesome place to have fun with ur loved ones. I and my husband visit the place on every special occasion. We really love to go there n enjoy. Its a great family outing place. Do visit once.
Hi,
I and my wife always go to this fabulous place which is full of beauty. I think everyone should go atleast once n see this place.
Hi,
I just wanna say that diveagar is a very awesome place. I and my husband always go there on special occassions. We love to go there n celebrate. Its a great family outing place.
Hi
Great place
hi my native place waral-mhasale.
Hi this is BhaVesH,
i want’s 2 ask u thet the root of shrivarthan from mazgaon/mumbai.
it’s my first treep.pls inform me withen 2 days.we are 8 peoples.by trein,car,bus survices any info.
Kindly send me the details to reach Harihareshwar and Srivardhan from Mumbai
i would like to know if any cheap accomodation is availlable here..thanks for the info anyways
hi…
Can anybody suggest me good and safe hotels and resorts in Diveagar harihareshwar or shrivardhan….I am planning to go with my wife in june.
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Very nice and cool place for holiday.
how far is divegar from bhau cha dhakka? by bike… plz reply
Thanks for such valuable info..it served the whole prpose…otherwise i COULD HAVE MESSED WITH LOTS OF OTHER WEBS..THANKS A LOT.
Dont go in bikni really people will watch u like a sun on ur head…..go with half pants, tight panties and dark clothes coz in water they may got transperent and tight bra too…