Alibag

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Alibag meaning Garden of Ali, is a coastal town is located in the Raigad district of the Konkan region. Alibag, a coastal town in Maharashtra is situated on the shores of Arabian Sea. An ideal picnic spot, Alibag is sequined with palm fringed beaches, farm houses of the big wigs and picturesque village dwellings. Often described as a weekend gateway from Mumbai, Alibag, also has temples for the religious tourists. Playing on the sandy Akshi Beach and Alibagh Beach is perhaps the most enjoyable activity here. The small town has many other places located in its vicinity. Avas, Chaul, Janjira Murud and Kashid Beach are a few names. The most convenient way to reach Alibag is through Mumbai via the roadways which are in good condition. Alibag can be visited anytime of the year but the best time to visit is from November to July. November to July is very good for sight seeing and outings. Beaches are ideal for relaxation during this period. August to October is attractive with marvelous greeneries in clear rainy days. Lakes and beaches are attractive during this period.

Kashid Beach, Alibaug

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Beaches

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 402201

STD Code: 2141

Info Website: maharashtratourism.gov.in

Best Time to Visit: November to July

HistoryEdit

Alibag was developed in 17th Century by Sarkhel Kanhoji Aangre the naval chief of King Shivaji’s Kingdom. Alibag is costal town and a municipal council in Raigad district in Kokan region of Maharashtra, India. It is headquarter of the Raigad district. Raigad’s first name is “Kulaba”. Today’s Ramnath was the main village at that time. Alibag as the place of capital of Kulaba district. There were gardens of Ali who is rich man so the area is known as Alibag. Alibag is also known as “Shreebag”. Rewdanda, Chaul, Nagon, Aakshi, Varsoli,Thal, Kihim and Aawas this villages are known as “Ashtagare” at that time. On that time there were some Navy Battles out of which one at Varsoli in between Kanhoji Aangre and Siddhi of Janjira in the year 1706. In 1722 an English and Portuguese were joint attacked on Kulaba fort and they were loose this war. At chaul the battle in between English and Sakhoji in 1730. In this war Sakhoji won the war and brought down the looser people with their captain at Kulaba. Kanhoji even issued his own currency in the form of a silver coin called the Alibagi rupaiya. Alibag is declared as the place of Taluka in 1852.

Alibaug fort

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : There is no airport at Alibag.The nearest airport is of Mumbai, 93 km from Alibag. By taxi the travel costs about Rs 1,500. Mumbai airport is well connected to all important cities in India and abroad.

By Train : Alibag does not have a train station.The nearest railway station is Pen, which is 28 km away from Alibag city. Trains are available from Mumbai (Rn Dadar Pass) and Panvel (Swv Diva Pass). By taxi the travel to Alibagh from Pen will costs about Rs 400.

By BUS : State transport buses reaching Alibag are aplenty. Some 35-40 buses ply to and from Mumbai. Alibag is also linked by state transport bus to destinations like Thane, Pune, Borivali, Nasik, Kolhapur, Miraj, Jalgaon, Sholapur etc. The state transport bus depot provides fairly efficient, in-time bus services.

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Top HotelsAdd

Budget – Up to Rs. 800

Hotel Ravikiran ; Shivagi Nagar,Alibaugh, MH. ; Ph – 02141 222 459 ; Facilities – 24-hour room service.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Big Splash Hotel ; Opposite Mahesh Talkies, Near Bus Depot, Alibaug, Maharashtra ; Ph – 022 2445 0051 ; Facilities – 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Parking.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Sahyadri Hotel ; Post Vershvi, Raigad Alibaugh, MH ; Ph – 02141 226 404 ; Facilities –Cable TV,Swimming Pool,Large Parking Area, Beach side deluxe, super deluxe A.C./Non-A.C. Rooms.Pure veg. Restaurant Rooms.

Top RestaurantsAdd

Shree Prasad Restaurant ; Alibaugh, Maharashtra 402201 ; M – 02141 222 357 ; Food Serve : Indian.

Tulsi Restauran ; Opposite Bus Stand, Alibaug HO, Alibaug – 402201 ; M – (02141) 224686 ; Food Serve : N.A.

Ashoka Restaurant ; Near Alibaug St Stand, Alibaug Ho, Alibaug – 402201 ; M – (02141) 222521 ; Food Serve : N.A.

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Sea food – Big Splash Hotel ; Near Mahesh Theatre, Alibaug 402201, India. ; Ph/M – 02141 226 800 ; Cost – N.A. ; Famous for – Pamphret, Prawns, Ravas, Crabs, Lobsters, Bombay ducks etc.

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Safety / WarningEdit

Alibaug becomes dangerous during the monsoon, when tides are strong and the ocean rough. There have been instances of people getting swept away from Kolaba Fort, and drowning. Therefore, it’s best to avoid the water at this time of year.
Beware of pickpockets as Jaipur is a major tourist city in India.
Beware of fake items, especially the marble souvenirs. If you buy from roadside sellers, most likely the items are fake and made of chalk instead of marble. Better to buy from reputable shops even though you have to pay more.

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