Tarkarli’s major attractions are the long and narrow stretch of beach, with its pristine water and the various forts

Seen the sea bed 20 feet below?

Tarkarli’s major attractions are the long and narrow stretch of beach, with its pristine water and the various forts

Situated 6 kilometres south of Malvan and 546 kilometres from Mumbai on the coast of Maharashtra is Tarkarli. The major attraction here is the long and narrow stretch of beach, with its pristine water. On a clear day, you can see the sea bed through a depth of 20 feet. Then of course there are the forts. l Sindhudurg Fort, a symbol of Maratha naval dominance is situated about 2 km out at sea, off the coast of Tarkarli. Covering 48 acres, Sindhudurg Fort has a 2-mile long rampart wall, 30 feet high and 12 feet thick. Visit the Shivarajeshwar Temple. l More forts were set up in the neighbouring island of Padmagad and on the mainland of Rajkot and Sarjekot. l The Sarjekot fort is located about 2 km north of Rajkot, a little beyond Kolamb Creek in Revandi village. It was constructed by Shivaji in 1668, on a hillock at the mouth of the Kalavali Creek, on its south bank. The creek, which extends seven miles north to Masure and then to the north-east, reaching Maland, was once navigable. It was ideal for anchoring and shipbuilding and was also a safe haven for pirates. l In the process of fortifying Sindhudurg, many more forts like Bhagavantagad, Bharatgad, Nivti and Yashavantgad came into being. Strategically located, they guarded against enemy invasions in the region. l Tarkarli Creek is home to a variety of local and migratory birds and rare aquatic life. It’s also a major attraction for fishing enthusiasts. l Deo Baug beach is a few kilometers away from Tarkarli, a good place to unwind and relax, while watching seagulls overhead. l Located about 20 km from Malvan, Dhamapur Lake offers boating and other water sports facilities. The lake’s clean, crystal clear waters are absolutely irresistible. While in Tarkarli, make sure to visit the restaurant for the delectable cuisine and experience something unusual - staying in MTDC’s inviting Konkani Huts. The MTDC resort at Tarkali has Konkani House AC and Non-AC rooms along with Deluxe Bamboo House AC Rooms. Luxurious house boats are also available for dream journeys.