More than anything else, Maharashtra is known for its industries, caves of Ajanta and Ellora, sprawling metropolitan of Mumbai or Bombay, and Bollywood. It is very rare when someone takes seriously the long coast of Maharashtra touching down the Arabian Sea. Beach resorts in Maharashtra may be smaller than their counterparts in other places in India, but they are attractive enough to make visit nonetheless. Part of the Western Ghats - one of the most important ecological regions in the world, these beaches are combination of verdant sea side resorts in the vicinity of natural escapes in the green hills of Western Ghats. Some of the major beaches in Maharashtra include Ganpatipule and Murud Janjira.

Beach Resorts of Ganpatipule

The gorgeous beach village of Ganapatipule in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra is amongst the virgin beaches on the Konkan coast. The pristine air, the blue waters, the golden sands and the emerald pastures add to the beauty of the holy land of Ganapatipule.

Ganapatipule provides ample accommodation options. There are the luxury beach resorts and cottages on one hand. For the budget tourists the dormitories and the lodging in the local village houses are possible. The holy land of Ganapatipule offers excellent vegetarian food. The Maharashtrian meals are simple and savored by all. The local flavors are available at nominal prices.

Beach Resorts of Murud Janjira

Feel the magic of beach come over to the Murud Janjira Beach of Maharashtra. The Murud Janjira Beach has off late gained popularity as a picturesque beach resort. The beach offers the best way to unwind during your holidays amidst the wondrous waves and the captivating coconut canopies besides the scintillating sunrise and sunset. The breathtakingly beautiful beach of Murud Janjira is bestowed with betel nut trees too.