An ancient town on the banks of the Vashishthi River, Chiplun is one of the few towns that features on the tourism map of the Konkan region. Well connected by Konkan Railway, Chiplun lies in a valley between the Western Ghats on one side and the Arabian Sea on the other and is the link between the Western Coast and the interiors of Maharashtra.
Places to Visit :
Parshuram Temple and Village:
According to legend, Parshuram, a hot-tempered saint, gave up all his land to prove to his guru that he was a true sanyasi. He came to Pethe Parshuram, the legend continues, and in characteristic anger, threw his mighty axe into the churning sea, which at that time, presumably, came right up to Chiplun.
Vashishti River:
There are many things to do by the river which meanders along a wayward course in this region.
Walavalkar Shivaji Museum:
This museum is a show-time piece where history takes up little space. The rest is feel-good entertainment of an imitative pop-art variety. The warrior king has had his legacy hijacked by political opportunists and splashed all over the Konkan in Technicolour. Built by a trust centered on Sant Walavalkar, it displays vignettes from Shivajis life. The museum is towards Goa on a detour for Dherwan.
Koyna Dam:
Some 3,000 odd ft above sea level, this towering dam was a favourite spot for picnickers of the region till Mohammad Atta and friends crashed the party. Now entry is forbidden for security reasons but there is still enough to do.
Marleshwar Temple (65 kms):
An interesting Shiva temple, where you are expected to pass through caves to get to God. There are waterfalls too.
How to reach there
Nearest Airport Mumbai is 250 kms away. Chiplun is the nearest railway station that is 5 kms from the town. It is located 250 kms from Mumbai on the Mumbai-Goa highway. |
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Accommodation for 2 nights / 3 days on twin / double sharing basis.
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Daily fixed menu / buffet breakfast.
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Hote's other complimentary services.
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Any kind of personal expenses or extra meals ordered.
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Anything not specifically mentioned under the head "Package includes"
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Tips, insurance, laundry, phone calls,Guide or Entrance Fees to monuments, museum, Camera fee, soft or hard drinks & starters etc.
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The services of vehicles is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the itinerary.
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Any increase in taxes or fuel, leading to an increase in surface transportation & land arrangements which may come into effect prior to departure.
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Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blocks etc (to be borne by the clients directly on the spot).
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Remarks: Fundoo Vacations holds the right to change the airline/hotel and travel date (any point of time before the departure of the tour, alternate options will be advised in case this happens). Surcharges might be applicable in case the dates fall under any events or trade fairs.
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GST Extra as Applicable
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