Set
in the lap of nature, Alibag is a coastal town of India, famous for its
clean waters, sandy beaches and fresh air. It makes a great escapade for
the Mumbaikars, owing to its close proximity to Mumbai, which is around
35 kms away. Alibaug is an amazingly beautiful place, where nature
appears at its best. If truth be told, no words can do justice to the
mystic charm of Alibagh. Dotted with serene beaches, this exotic town is
one of few places that boast of stunning coastline fringed with coconut
trees. In geographical terms, Alibag falls at the southern tip of Mumbai, on the narrow strip of Arabian Sea. Here, you can glimpse farm houses of Mumbai's well-heeled people, beside the charming village houses. Sarkhel Kanhoji Angre, who was a naval chief of Shivaji's kingdom, founded this stunning place in the 17th century. Earlier, one could reach here only through boat from Revas, Dharamtar and Mankule, since it was not connected by road. With advent of roadways, travel and tourism have boost up in Alibagh.
Tourist Attractions
Surrounded by the vast sea, Kolaba Fort, which can be visited only during low tides, makes the highlight of Alibaug. The Tower of St. Barbara, Magnetic Observatory, Kanhoji Angre Samadhi, Vikram Vinayak Temple and numerous small churches are additional attractions of this attractive town. Janjira Fort, though in ruins, captures the attention of everyone with its hoary charm. For the beach-lovers, Alibagh is possibly the best place to enjoy sparkling waters.
Alibag and Akshi, being the major beaches become the center of tourists' attraction. Where Nagaon Beach is known for its coconuts and betel nuts, Kihim Beach is preferred for its isolation and rare birds, butterflies and flowers. Mandawa Beach houses the bungalows of many Bollywood celebrities. Awas, Saswane, Rewas and Kashid are other beaches near Alibag. Ideal for long walks, the beaches of Alibagh attract everyone with their ceaseless charisma.
Accommodation
Alibagh has many options regarding accommodation. In view of the fact that this coastal town is a famous gateway amongst the dwellers of the nearby city, many hotels, resorts, lodges and guesthouses have cropped up here. You can find enough hotels and that too, varying from budget, luxury, business to deluxe ones. Thus, without worrying about anything, plan a trip to this beautiful town of beaches and enjoy its picturesque beauty.