Beaches of Maharashtra

To claim that the state of Maharashtra is blessed with natural beauty would not be wrong. From the majestic mountains of the Sahyadri ranges and its deep still valleys to the coastal plains of Konkan with its picturesque, pristine beaches lined with tall swaying coconut and palm trees, alongside the gleaming blue water of the Arabian Sea, the state of Maharashtra has some of the most beautiful beaches in the country, due to its 720 km coast line.

From the bustling metropolis of Mumbai to quaint quiet villages in the Konkan, each and every beach has a charm and beauty of its own.

One can indulge in revelry and fun on the more popular and crowded beaches, go in for adventure water sports or simply lie back and become one with nature on the quaint and quiet ones, the choices are endless. Quite a few have unique attractions like the Sea forts of the Marathas and / or temples and caves to explore. The activities to indulge in and enjoy are numerous depending on the inclination of the traveller.

Here is a list of the top beaches of Maharashtra -