AlibagAlibag is known for its abundantgreenery, lively atmosphere andscenic landscape. The golden sandbeach and crystal clear water makeit a lovely beach getaway.

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Alibaug, once the home of one ofShivaji’s bravest admiralKanhoji Angre, is now the chi-chi address of celebrities whowant to escape corporate warfare.According to the Bombay Gazette,Alibaug was never an important town— till Angre came along and made itan important Maratha base. Tillthen, it was known for its gardensand wells built by a wealthy Muslimtrader called Ali, hence the nameAlibaug. As it embraced by sea fromthree sides, it is also referred to as"Goa of Maharashtra".

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When To

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JanPleasant weather. Carry Light woollen.Max: 31.4°C Min: 16.9°C Rain: 1.3mm

FebPleasant weather. Carry Light woollen.Max: 31.7°C Min: 18.0°C Rain: 0.4mm

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Aug

Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen,umbrella.Max: 30.2°C Min: 25.2°C Rain: 530.7mm

SepPleasant weather. Carry Light woollen,umbrella.Max: 30.9°C Min: 24.7°C Rain: 348.0mm

OctPleasant weather. Carry Light woollen,umbrella.Max: 33.8°C Min: 23.6°C Rain: 90.5mm

NovPleasant weather. Carry Light woollen.Max: 34.1°C Min: 21.2°C Rain: 5.0mm

DecPleasant weather. Carry Light woollen.Max: 32.7°C Min: 18.3°C Rain: 10.1mm

What To

SEE5 Sights

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1 Kaneshwar Mandir

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Alibag, Maharashtra, India

Landmarks along the route are the tombs ofMohanGiri and Balgiri, Nagoba Rest,Jambhali Plateau, God's stair, andGaymandi.

2 Varsoli Beach

Varsoli, Alibag, Maharashtra 402201,India

Versoli is situated on the outskirts ofAlibaug, about 2 km to the north of AlibaugBeach. It’s a lovely walk through green lanesto Versoli. From the beach, you can see theKolaba Fort and also two other smaller forts— Khanderi and Underi. Both these fortswere built in the late 17th century. You canhire a local boat from Kihim or Thal to visitthese forts.

3 Alibag Fort

Alibag, Maharashtra, India

An island during the high waters,the 17th-century Alibag Fort isaccessible by foot when the tide islow. In its heyday, the fort had a five-storey palace, apparently built by ayounger relative, Raghoji Angre, in the18th century. The geo-magneticobservatory, built in 1905, is a gooddigression from history. Theconstruction of the fort was started byShivaji in the 1680s. 

The entire edifice is 900 ft long, 350 ft wideand has 25-foot-high walls with 17 bastions.The fort has many shrines, the mostimportant being the 18th-century templeGanesh Panchayatan. Next to it is a sweetwater well that must have been an assetduring sieges. From the black sandsof Alibaug to the white sands ofKashid, this part of the western coastof India has plenty of beaches. Askthe locals for the danger zones beforeventuring out into the sea.

4 Alibag beach

Alibag, Maharashtra, India

The main beach of the town, it is a flatstretch that is reasonably clean and has thincrowds during the week. The sand has ahard texture and is a shade black. The waterrushes against the concrete embankmentthat separates the sea and the many thelasof nariyal pani, bhel puri and kulfi. As thewater begins to recede, the embankmentreveals its stairs looking out to the oceanand the spread of black sand beneath. Inthe evening, horse-driven buggies offerrides, and the vendors move across theembankment to sell their stuff on the beach.

5 Kihim Beach

kihim Beach, Alibaug, Maharashtra,India

The beach is a stony long stretch with whitesand. It’s a The laidback village wakes up inthe evening to host picnicking crowds, whocome here to enjoy the clean waters, and

the delicious snacks sold here.

Where To

Eat5 Places

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1 Aparanta

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa - Alibaug,,Alibaug 402209, India

Experience fine dining at its best in thisupscale restaurant, Aparanta. A restaurantwhich serves delicious meals and drinkswhich will make you eat more and more.The smell of this great restaurant will lureyou to enter the place and you will surelynot regret it. Located in a very convenientplace in Alibag, you can easily access thisrestaurant. Do try the fried rice balls stuffedwith mozzarella and chopped vegetablesgizzards here at Aparanta.

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2 Bohemyan Blue garden cafe

Plot no.-1 on alibag-mandwa, Mainroad at Agarsure, oppositeFountainhead, Alibaug, India

+91-98200-69008

Its time to pamper your taste buds and yourmood at this pretty, little cafe intown. Bohemyan Blue garden cafe isone place where you can just kick back andrelax over refreshing drinks and exotic food.Some of the top recommendations here areprawns curry, vegetable parathas andLebanese dishes which are prepared fromthe freshest ingredients. So, all in all, youwill get a lavish menu, polite staff, cozyambiance and pocket friendly prices at this

peppy cafe.  

3 Sanman Restaurant

Ganesh Krupa Building, Israil Lane,Alibaug, Maharashtra 402201, India

+91-2141-222314|+91-93716-43324

One of the most popular restaurants inAlibaug, Sanman Restaurant is the bestplace to explore the local delicacies. Therestaurant's spicy fish masala and prawn fryare famous all over the city. The bombil fry,chicken curry, surmail curry and solkadhideserve a special mention. This is notrecommended for vegetarians, as the onlyvegetarian option is a veg thali. The placetends to get crowded in the afternoon, somake sure you arrive early.

4 Dattaraj

Towards Alibaug Beach, Alibaug,India

5 Hotel Chirag Executive

Israil Lane, Alibágh, Maharashtra,India 402201

08007838000

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SeeA: Kaneshwar MandirB: Varsoli BeachC: Alibag FortD: Alibag beachE: Kihim Beach

AccommodationF: Guesthouse Room In PoynadPandwadevi Road, Alibag, By Guesthouser28963G: 6-br Farmhouse In Akshi, Alibag, ByGuesthouser 29080H: Alleppey Houseboat Booking CenterI: Guesthouse Room In Poynad PandwadeviRoad, Alibag, By Guesthouser 28963J: 6-br Farmhouse In Akshi, Alibag, ByGuesthouser 29080K: Alleppey Houseboat Booking CenterL: Guesthouse Room In PoynadPandwadevi Road, Alibag, By Guesthouser28963M: 6-br Farmhouse In Akshi, Alibag, ByGuesthouser 29080N: Alleppey Houseboat Booking Center

FoodO: AparantaP: Bohemyan Blue garden cafeQ: Sanman RestaurantR: DattarajS: Hotel Chirag Executive