Alibaug- the land of beaches. Review on Alibag

Alibaug

It is a small idyllic town on the narrow strip of the Arabian Sea which is fringed with tall coconut trees and golden sandly beaches lapped by the ocean. Nearly 300 years old, Alibaug was founded in the 17th century by Sarkhel Kanhoji Angre, a naval chief of Shivaji's kingdom. The Marathas made Alibagh a Taluka in 1852 and named it Shribag. This town is the headquarters of Raigad district. It is a perfect weekend getaway and a popular business centre today. It is famous for its fresh air, clean water and sands.

The enchanting mix of serene, sleepy fishing villages and various beaches, that it provides makes it a popular weekend getaway for Mumbai and Pune revellers. Due to the vast number of trees the place enjoys a pleasant climate throughout the year. The downpour and greenery make Alibaug irresistible during the monsoons.

Beaches

Ø  Alibaug beach: This is the key beach of the town. The Kolaba fort becomes visible from here.

Ø  Akshi Beach: It is situated 5 km away from Alibaug.

Ø  Kihim Beach: Kihim is a private place at a distance of 12 km from Alibaug. The place is famous for intense cover of Coconut trees and forests which house butterflies, birds and flowers.

Ø  Kashid Beach: It is situated on the Alibaug-Murud highway, about 30 km away from Alibaug.

Ø  Mandawa: Situated 20 km north of Alibaug, many celebrities own bungalows here.

Ø  Nagaon beach: Located about 7 km away from Alibaug, this place is famous for coconuts and betel nuts.