Located around 150 km from Kolhapur, Ganapatipule is a beach town, spanning the Konkan Coast. It is lined with temples dedicated to the presiding deity, Lord Ganesha. From enjoying the natural beauty of pristine beaches to soaking in spiritual fervour, theres a lot on offer for the quintessential traveller. The main attraction is the 400-year-old Ganesha temple, whose rock-carved idol is believed to be self-manifested. In fact, the name of the town has been derived from this Ganesha temple that is located on the shore.

 

Between the months of November and May, Ganapatipule becomes a hub of water sports, when tourists can enjoy a peaceful boat ride in motorboats, pedal boats and row boats. Ganapatipule is a much sought-after beach stopover among tourists.

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