Daman – A Nice Portuguese Colony
Daman is a wonderful sea resort on the coast of the Arabian Sea. It was once a Portuguese enclave, along with Diu. Even today, you will see many buildings that boast of their unique...
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Arnala, Just a Hop Away From Mumbai
The Arnala beach is located very close to Mumbai, up north, between the city and Daman. It’s an unassuming little paradise. Arnala is so close to Mumbai that you will be able to get...
A Visit to the Suvarnadurg Fort In Search of History and Adventure
My friend from work told me a fascinating story about a fort in Maharashtra that remains hidden within forbidden territory. Locals there dissuade visitors from entering the fort as it is home to many...
Manor – An Upcoming Quiet Getaway
Have you heard of Manor? It is just a small village in Thane district of Maharashtra, close to the border of the state with Gujarat. Manor is located on the NH-08, or the Mumbai-Ahmedabad...
A Trip to the Korlai Fort and Lighthouse
A lone fort stands over a hill just off a creek on an island. It’s a small island with a fishing village at the base of a hill. As we approached the island, we...
Visiting the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga and Forest Around the Temple
Bhimashankar is one of the twelve jyotirlingas in India. It’s obviously one of the most important religious places not just in Maharashtra, but anywhere in the country. However Bhimashankar is more than just a...
Visit the Bhaje Caves for Its Sculptures and Chaityagriha
Bhaje caves, sometimes also referred to as Bhaja, are located near Lonavla in Maharashtra. They are located just three kilometers from the main road. So you will not have to take too much of...
Silvassa, Much More Than a Portuguese Colony
Silvassa is a former Portuguese colony. But now it’s better known for its beaches, wildlife sanctuaries, water sports and scenic beauty. Silvassa is located between the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat – it is...
Vijaydurg – An Impregnable Maratha Fort
Vijaydurg is an important fort in the state of Maharashtra. It is the oldest fort on the coast of the Sindhudurg. At one time, Vijaydurg was also among the strongest marine forts, and obviously...
Trimbakeshwar – Among the Holiest Places for Hindus
The small village of Trimbak, just 36 kilometers from Nashik in Maharashtra, is famous for two reasons. This is the source of the Godavari River. But the main reason why this village has come...
