The Bamangal of Hedvi is truly an enthralling invention of nature. Due to the waves lashing against the rocks for many years, a crack has been created in the rock which is 1 meter wide and 10 meters long. The waves rigorously lash in to the rocks and fill this 3-4 meter deep crack and this creates a 10-15 meters high water column.
This sea fort which is spread over an area of 7 acres is a very beautiful and scenic fort. It has two entrance doors to the east and the west and it has a trench on its land-side. The walls to the south have been broken down to create an entrance from there. Once you enter inside, you can see the Devdya or the cabins and the arch of the door is still standing today.
The Hedvi Ganesh temple is situated just 10 kilometres to the south of the beautiful seashore of Velneshwar. It is said that the Peshwas gave 1 lakh rupees to build this temple in those days. The temple area is very beautiful and there are steps leading up to the temple. A road for vehicles has also been constructed to reach the top. Tourists fall in love with the colourful bastion and the mango groove surrounding the area.
Velneshwar is one of the most pleasant and scenic places in Guhagar Taluka. This place is famous for its age old Shiva temple and the beautiful seashore. The moment you reach the Velneshwar temple, the beautiful light post adorned with oil lamps at entrance, immediately grabs your attention.
From Guhagar, after travelling for a distance of 20kms ending with steep, twisted roads, you enter Velneshwar village. It is believed that this village was built approximately 1200 years ago.
The scenic seashore of Velneshwar is very beautiful. The coastline is famous for its special features such as the beautiful coconut grooves surrounding it and a clean beach with its loud, rumbling sea waves. You must see the tall coconut gardens growing on the crescent-shaped beach.
Throughout history, rulers of each era understood the importance of Naval force and recognized the immense need of vigilance on the naval boundaries of their Kingdom. Therefore, since centuries sea forts are protecting the sea routes and the sea coasts as well. The Aangre Family who were known as the Naval Commands of the Konkan coast practically ruled the sea. Over the centuries, many generations of Aangres have fought hard to protect the sea coasts.
The beautiful invention of the Panhalekaji caves can be found in the hilly ranges of the Dapoli district, 20 kms from the Dapoli-Dabhol road, near the Nante village.
There is an amazing natural wonder in the nature rich beautiful village of Unhavre. Actual boiling hot water emerges through the flowing springs in this area. This place is situated in the Dapoli Taluka near Fansu village, near Vakavli which is at a distance of 23kms from Dabhol and also 15kms from Khed.
As one heads north from Dapoli, a beautiful turn of the road to the mountain takes you towards the Aanjarle village. Once you cross the mountain, a riveting view welcomes you with all its pomp and serenity. By taking this same road, one land on the Anjarle beach, which till date, has earned and maintained its reputation of being one of the cleanest and unpolluted beaches in Ratnagiri.
The temple of Chandikadevi which is situated approximately 5 kilometres from the Dabhol creek and 30 kilometres from Dapoli is a very unique, popular and ancient temple. The idol of the Goddess made in a single stone is placed in a natural cave in the mountain. Electricity is not used in the area of the temple. The sight of the idol in the soft lights of the oil lanterns is mesmerising.
Since many years, the female Olive Ridley Turtles come to the Velas beach to lay eggs in the breeding season. After ensuring the safety of these eggs the villagers celebrate the Turtle Festival every year. Each year, the tiny village of Velas, in Maharashtra, bears witness to a truly heart-warming sight as thousands of newly hatched Olive Ridley turtles take their first steps towards the big blue sea.
Every year from Feburary to May, the conservationists, arrange Turtle Festival to create awarness in people. The Kasav or Turtle Festival has led to open up new opportunities for nature tourism in Velas and a positive wave in Nature lovers.
The Bankot fort is situated at the highest point on the junction where river Savitree meets the sea. It is believed that this fort, which is situated on the rocky terrain of the sea, was built in the Shilahara dynasty. As the area of the fort is small, a moat was dug around the fort to keep it protected. These types of moats can also be found around Jaygad, Devgad forts too.
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