Mandwa Kihim Beach - Maharashtra - मांडवा किहीम बेंच
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Mandva Beach lies quite near to the Gateway of India, the pride of Mumbai, and on a sunny day, you can easily see the magnificent monument from the beach. One look at the beach and it is sure to remain etched in your memory for a long time to come. The Mandwa village, situated nearby, also draws visitors with its coconut trees. Chaul - known for Portuguese ruins, Buddhist caves, a church, a temple and even a synagogue, is also located near Mandwa Beach.
Twelve miles north of Alibag, on the north coast, easily accessible from Mumbai, is the untouched, divine beach of Mandwa. The little Mandwa village leaves the visitor enchanted, with its neverending coconut palm groves, and over whelming tranquillity. For a slightly unusual yet exciting holiday, the Kihim beach near Mandwa, is the ideal site. Remote and unspoilt, Kihim is a virtual treasure - trove for the avid nature - lover : deep woods, wild, and rare flowers, equally uncommon species of butterflies and a variety of birds, not surprisingly, Kihim was one of the popular haunts of Dr. Salim Ali, the famous ornithologist. The other places of interest are the Kolaba Fort, near the shore, and Chaul ( 15 km from Alibagh) which is a site of historical importance, boasting an assortment of Portugeuse ruins, Buddhist caves, the Hamam Khana, a church, a synagogue and a temple.
Mandwa is a beautiful, untrodden beach. For an unusual tent holiday,is the nearby Kihim beach. Unspoilt and isolated, this is a beautiful place. Worth visiting is the Kolaba Fort, just a furlong away from the shore. 15 km from Alibag is Chaul, an historic place where one can spot Portugese ruins, Buddhist caves, the Hamam Khana, a church,a temple and even a synagogue.
Kihim Beach is also a heaven for bird lovers, as it serves as retreat to a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Kolaba Fort, situated at a small distance from the beach, is worth having a look at. Mandva Beach of Maharashtra is as magnificent in its beauty as the Kihim Beach. The pristine location of the beach, combined with its virgin beauty, has attracted tourists from various corners of India as well as other countries.
Lying to the north of the Mumbai city of India, the beaches boast of exquisite natural brilliance. Kihim Beach is an isolated beach, which has still been able to escape from the clutches of commercialization and retains its natural appeal. Surrounding the beach are numerous wooded trees, which mostly remain in full bloom, with wild flowers and colorful butterflies. The coconut trees that can be seen amidst the colorful flowers add to the scenery.
Mandwa is a beautiful, untrodden beach. For an unusual tent holiday,is the nearby Kihim beach. Unspoilt and isolated, this is a beautiful place. Worth visiting is the Kolaba Fort, just a furlong away from the shore. 15 km from Alibag is Chaul, an historic place where one can spot Portugese ruins, Buddhist caves, the Hamam Khana, a church,a temple and even a synagogue.
Kihim Beach is also a heaven for bird lovers, as it serves as retreat to a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Kolaba Fort, situated at a small distance from the beach, is worth having a look at. Mandva Beach of Maharashtra is as magnificent in its beauty as the Kihim Beach. The pristine location of the beach, combined with its virgin beauty, has attracted tourists from various corners of India as well as other countries.
Lying to the north of the Mumbai city of India, the beaches boast of exquisite natural brilliance. Kihim Beach is an isolated beach, which has still been able to escape from the clutches of commercialization and retains its natural appeal. Surrounding the beach are numerous wooded trees, which mostly remain in full bloom, with wild flowers and colorful butterflies. The coconut trees that can be seen amidst the colorful flowers add to the scenery.
Best Time to Visit and Weather
September to May.
Travel Direction
Mandwa Beach and Kihim Beach are situated near Alibag, the beautiful hill station in Maharashtra. Both the beaches have been gifted with fabulous locales and extremely tranquil surroundings. This is what makes them a popular haunt, especially amongst the city dwellers. Mandwa and Kihim Beaches are only 120 km from Mumbai and being close to Alibag, they usually form a part of the excursion trip from the city, to the hill station.
By road, Kihim is 120 km from Mumbai. Small passenger service boats ply frequently between Mumbai and Mandwa ( Rewas ).
Accomodation M T D C has 20 tents at the Kihim beach, with modern facilities for a pleasant stay.
How to Reach
By Rail
The nearest railhead is Panvel ( 85 km ).By road, Kihim is 120 km from Mumbai. Small passenger service boats ply frequently between Mumbai and Mandwa ( Rewas ).
Accomodation M T D C has 20 tents at the Kihim beach, with modern facilities for a pleasant stay.
Nearby Places and other Beaches
Mandwa village has a quiet charm. One can explore the village, which is dotted with coconut palm groves. Tourists can also visit Kihim beach, which is near by and is a known area for bird watchers and nature lovers. The jungle of Kihim has varieties of rare flowers, butterflies and birds.
A visit to Kolaba Fort, which is a few miles away from the shore, is also recommended. A visit to nearby Chaul, which is a former Portuguese settlement and has historical ruins, Buddhist caves, the Hamam Khana, a church, a temple and even a synagogue.
A visit to Kolaba Fort, which is a few miles away from the shore, is also recommended. A visit to nearby Chaul, which is a former Portuguese settlement and has historical ruins, Buddhist caves, the Hamam Khana, a church, a temple and even a synagogue.
