Day 01 : Mumbai-Ganpatipule
Early in the morning proceed to Chiplun (305 Km) just 12 Km before chiplun stop at Lotte Parshuram to take a darshan at Parshuram Mandir. This Mandir is dedicated to Bhargavram or Parshuram. There is a central shrine surrounded by two smaller buildings.There is a temple of Renuka , mother of Lord Parshuram, behind the Parashuram temple. There is a tank called as Ban Ganga Talav which is believed to be made by Parashuram by arching five arrows to the ground. Then proceed to Ganapatipule on arrival check in to the hotel evening free to explore the town and beach .
Overnight stay at Hotel in Ganpatipule.
Day 02 : Ganpatipule
After Breakfast in the morning proceed to sightseeing covering places as mention below
Ganapati Swayambhu Temple :
Before starting the sightseeing first of all visit the 400-year-old Ganapati Swayambhu Temple , located on the foothill, and an important place of homage. There is an interesting Ganapati-shaped walk of 1km around the hill, which is called Pradakshina, a way of respect shown by the pilgrims to the deity. It is said that Ganapatipule is one of the eight significant Ganapatis (Ashta Ganapatis) of India .
Malgund :
A kilometer away from Ganapatipule, is a small village called Malgund, home town of famous Marathi poet Keshavsut who pioneered modern Marathi poetry. Visit his beautiful monument and the museum there, which is gives information about modern day Marathi poets.
Ratnagiri : The district town of Ganapatipule is an interesting halt for sightseeing. It houses the home of Lokmanya Tilak, now Tilak Smarak. The first ever temple built for non-brahmins called Patit Pawan Mandir, the Ratnadurga Fort, Bhagivati Bunder,a sea port and the Coconut Research Centre are some of the other places you could visit in and around Ratnagiri.Also, stop at Velneshwar,to visit the old Shiva Temple and the beach.
Jaigad Fort :
Stop at the 17th century Jaigad Fort,35 km away from Ganapatipule, located at the entrance of the river Sangameshwar, and allow yourself a magnificent view of the sea. In the evening return back to Ganapatipule . Overnight stay at Hotel in Ganpatipule.
Day 03 : Ganpatipule
After morning breakfast return to Mumbai on arrival drop at residence Mumbai Airport / Railway
Station with memorable experiences.
