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Chiplun is situated in district in the state of. Chiplun is located on the Mumbai-Goa highway in western India. Chiplun is an industrial town. Pharmaceutical and chemical industries are the prime business here. Chiplun, the name means ‘The abode of Lord Parshuram. The city dwells on the banks of the river Vashishti. The Western Ghats is to the east of the city and lies to the west of the city. Chiplun, located in the Konkan region, is a beautiful town sandwiched in a valley between the western ghats on one side and the Arabian sea on the other. The city is a link between the western coast and the interiors of Maharashtra. The town is also a popular stopover for those who proceed towards via. Boating on the Vashishthi river and trekking in the hills around Chiplun are some of the activities which one can involve when on a tour to the place.

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Category : Nature

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 415605

STD Code: 2355

Info Website: konkantourismguide.com/chiplun-tourist-attractions

Best Time to Visit:  Octobar – March

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : Nearest airport is Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai, which is nearly 270 km from Chiplun. Mumbai (Bombay) is well connected to all major cities in India and also connected to many cities abroad. Taxi services are the one direct travel possibility from Mumbai to Chiplun. It costs about Rs 4500 – Rs 5000.

By Train : Chiplun railway station in the Konkan railway region is connected to Mumbai and Goa. From the railway station to heart of the city is only less than 8 km and it costs only Rs 100 by Taxi.

By BUS : Many Maharashtra Government public buses are operating between Chiplun and many cities nearby. Tourist Volvo buses are regular between Mumbai and Chiplun, costing about Rs. 900.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Vaibhav ; Chiplun, Maharashtra. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk ,24-hour room service ,Laundry ,Parking ,Banquet facilities ,Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Green Park ; Chiplun, Maharashtra. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk ,24-hour room service ,Laundry ,Parking ,Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Paranjape Hotel ; SH78, Gandhi Nagar, Bahadur Shaikh, Chiplun, Maharashtra 415605. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk ,24-hour front desk ,Air conditioning ,Baby sitting ,Conference facilities ,Laundry ,Parking ,Wheel chair access ,Non-smoking rooms ,24-Hour Security ,Body Treatments, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Madhura ; Mumbai-Goa Rd, Chiplun, Maharashtra 415605. ; Ph – 02355 254 030 ; Facilities – Travel Desk ,24-hour front desk ,24-hour room service ,Air conditioning ,Baby sitting ,Conference facilities ,Laundry ,Parking ,Non-smoking rooms.

Top RestaurantsAdd

• 3single’s Fast Food Cafe ;  Mumbai-Goa Rd, Chiplun, Maharashtra 415605. ; M –  099 75 545875 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Rasik Chinese ;  SH78, Markandi, Chiplun, Maharashtra 415605. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

Must Eat FoodAdd

• Malwani Cuisines –  Abhishek Restaurent ; Saikrupa Building, Markandi, Near United English School, Chiplun, Ratnagiri – 415605. ; Ph/M –  (02355) 252304 ; Cost –  N.A. ; Famous for – 
• Alphonso Mangoes –  Shreyas Baag Alphonso Mangoes ; 9 Indraprasth Complex, Front Of Parakar Complex Chiplun. ; Ph/M –  9422430067 / 7350526767 ; Cost –  Rs. 2,399 (24pcs) ; Famous for – 

Must Do ActivitiesAdd

• Boating ; Vashishthi river ; Cost – N.A. ; Visiting Time –  N.A. ; Closed Time :  N.A.

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Shimga festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  March ; Details:  Shimga is one of the popular festivals in Maharashtra. It is celbrated on full moon day of Month of Phalguna which usually comes in the month March. Dancing with Palkhee is a ritual at the time of Shimga (Holi) festival. This is popular in Ratnagiri district of Konkan region and is celebrated by all people irrespective of age, caste and creed. Shimga is celebrated in the period between the months of February and March after the Holi celebration. Shimga is also known as Shimgatsav and is held for 5 days. It is the festival of colors and is celebrated in villages. The festival corresponds with the festival of Holi in the rest of India.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Chiplun is a major tourist city in India.

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• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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