Tarkali Beach - Maharashtra
The 5207 sq km topography of Sindhudurg, Maharasthra's southernmost district in the Konkan belt, is rich and varied with pristine beaches and splendid marine ecosystems along its coastline, fertile green flatland, largely untouched forests, hills and mountains and a wild life sanctuary.
The virgin territory of Sindhudurg dotted by an array of green villages with quaint red-roofed houses tucked away in coconut and areca nut groves, or mango orchards, , long silvery beaches alongside deep blue seas, backwaters and a lagoon (at Mochemad) and picturesque verdant fields, is as yet virgin territory to international tourists and local visitors.
This region is for those who are adventurous at heart but enjoy a slow even pace to really soak in the sights, smells and sounds of the place.
Tarkarli is a virgin beach at the confluence to river Karli and Arabian Sea. It is known for its long and narrow stretch of beach, with its pristine water and the sand particles totally devoid of tinge of red. On a clear day, in fact one can see the sea bed through a depth of 20 ft. Phew!!! A rarity in India.
Tarkarli’s clear waters allow one to snorkel and scuba dive, which is interesting because to the best of our knowledge there is no other mainland beach in India that is good for watching the world underwater. Across the waters, one can see the historic Sindhudurg fort, one of the most important sea forts of Shivaji and the Marathas.
Long languid hours under the sun at pristine beaches, a dip in the azure blue waters, self discovered trails and treks into the mountains and fields, waterfalls tucked away in least expected nooks and crannies, visits to local temples and markets, fresh fish auctions at various boat jetties, a boat ride along the lagoons with only dolphins for company, an early morning or sunset spent admiring Shivaji's architectural marvels at Vijaydurg and Sindhudurg forts is what you can expect in your days spent at Sindhudurg.
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