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About Ganpatipule Ratnagiri<\/h3>\n
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One of the most awesome and spectacular beaches that are in Maharashtra along the Konkan coast is Ganpatipule Ratnagiri<\/a>. A major attraction for pilgrims from all walks of life. The temple of Swayambhu Ganesh is visited by thousands of people every year to pay respect. Beach lovers and those who want some peace of mind away from the hustle and noise of the city are frequent too. Not just the clean beaches, sun and sand are known but coconut and mangroves are in abundance as well. It\u2019s the best place to leave your life far behind and just slow down a little to laze around and explore. Rejuvenate or reinvent yourself.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Sightseeing recommended<\/h3>\n
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Malgund Village<\/h3>\n

Is a small village locate at 1 km from Ganpatipule. It\u2019s the birth place of the renowned Marathi poet Kavi Keshavsut. We can visit the house it\u2019s now converted into a student\u2019s hostel and still has a memorial of the poet making our visit worth it.<\/p>\n

Velneshwar Village<\/h3>\n

This small beautiful village is ideal to spend time aloof and relax. A great fair is organised during Maha Shivratri when pilgrims from the nearby villages and faraway place come to visit the old Shiva Temple. This village is to the north of Shastri river.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Sightseeing around Ratnagiri<\/h3>\n
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Ratnagiri is 25 km away from Ganpatipule, it is also the district headquarters. As per the Indian mythology, the Pandavas believed to settle here after their 13 years of pilgrimage.<\/p>\n

Four main attraction Ratnagiri<\/h3>\n