Dapoli is a pleasant town situated at a height of about 800 feet above
sea level in Ratnagiri district, Konkan on the west coast of
Maharashtra, India. It is blessed with abundant natural beauty and
enjoys a cool climate throughout the year. Surrounded by hills and
forests and having a long coastline, this is a home for a variety of
migratory birds and animals. There are plenty of cashew nut, jackfruit,
coconut and betel nut plantations. Known as “Mahabaleshwar of Konkan”,
this is a great place to spend your holidays along with your family away
from the busy, hectic city life.
Despite the increase in tourism, Konkan beaches have managed to
remain untouched and unspoiled and are amongst the cleanest ones on the
entire west cost of India. The beaches near Dapoli won’t disappoint you
either. Nature lovers can indulge themselves in exploring the hiking
trails in the nearby jungles. You can also visit the ancient temples,
forts, caves and hot springs nearby. If you plan to make a trip during
summer vacations, be sure to feast on Dapoli’s famous Alphonso (Hapus)
mangoes.
Dapoli is just a couple of hours drive from Mumbai or Pune
making it an ideal weekend getaway. There are various tour operators and
travel agents who organize car rentals, bus / train reservations and
take care of your accommodation. Many of the hotels and resorts here
offer attractive, economic deals. You can even book yourself on Konkan
tour packages.
Dapoli has a rich culture and heritage. A.G. High school, started by
Alfred Gadney in 1880, boasts of luminous alumni including Wrangler R.P.
Paranjpe, Bharat Ratna P.V Kane and Pujya Sane Guruji. The headquarters
of the world renowned Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth (an
agriculture university in Maharashtra), are located here. It was the
Britishers’ military camp and hence is also referred to as “Camp
Dapoli”. Bharat Ratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar and Bharat Ratna Maharshi
Karve also trace their roots to Dapoli.
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