Bassein Beach - Maharashtra - बस्सेईन बेंच

Co-ordinates 19.046541, 72.877808 State Maharashtra Nearby Stations Bassein Road Nearby Places Mumbai, Ahmedabad Wikipedia Link Other Langauge Names Hindi: बेसिन बीच महाराष्ट्र Marathi: बस्सेईन बेंच

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As far as the history of Baseein town is concerned, it was used as a shipbuilding destination by the Portuguese, in the early seventeenth century. It was here only that they lost power to the Marathas, in the year 1739. The fort that was built by the Portuguese, at the time of their power over the beach, can still be seen today. Thus, apart from the beach, there are a number of other worth-visiting places at Bassein, including the fort and a number of marvelous churches.

In the early 17th century, Bassein served as an important ship - building centre. In 1739, this was the site of the Portugeuse defeat at the hands of the Marathas. The ruins of the Portugeuse Fort still stand solemnly, amidst dense brushwood and palm groves. To the northwest, about 10 kms away, lies the Nalasopara village, the erstwhile Konkan capital from about 1500 BC to 1300 AD. Nalasopara is believed to have been the birthplace of the Buddha in a previous incarnation. Many Buddhist relics have also been found here. The Vajreshwari temple, the Akloli hot springs, the Sadguru Nityanand Maharaj Samadhi Mandir at Ganeshpuri, the Bhimeshwar temple and other ashrams are at a short distance away from Bassein. There are quite a few interesting churches, too, in Bassein, poignant reminders of the Portugeuse past.
The white sandy shore provided by the Baseein Beach is just perfect for lazing around or strolling aimlessly. The palm trees encircling the beach undoubtedly add to its scenic grandeur. Being located close to the Mumbai city of India, the beach has turned out to be one of the popular picnic spots for its residents. A day at the beach serves as the perfect way for them to forget the tensions of daily life and spend sometime with family.

Bassein Beach is situated in Bassein, which is somewhere around 50 to 60 km from the Mumbai city of Maharashtra. The splendid beach has, infact, become one of the major attractions of the town today. The beautiful fusion of natural beauty with historical and religious significance that Bassein town offers could never ever get complete without the splendid beach, which has been attracting tourists from far and wide.

How to Reach

Air

The nearest airport is Mumbai.

Rail

The nearest railhead is Bassein Road, on the Western Railway line.

By road

Bassein is 77 km, along the Mumbai - Ahmedabad highway.It connected by road and rail (take a Virar local train) is Bassien, very Portuguese and much quieter too. Portuguese food is served by the locals who also rent out shacks and rooms, and the resplendent Bassien Fort.

Mumbai, Ahmedabad.