Bedse Caves

Bedse Caves are situated in Maval taluka, Pune District, Maharashtra, India.

Just 450 Steps to climb. 60 Kms Pune. This place is well maintain by Person Mr. Dahibathe.

The history of the caves can be traced back up to 1st century BC. There are two main caves. The best known cave is the chaitya (prayer hall) with comparatively large stupa, the other cave is monastery - vihara. Both the caves contain some carvings although are less ornate than later caves. Both caves are facing eastwards so it is recommended to visit the caves early morning, as in sunlight the beauty of carvings is enhanced. There is also a small "Stupa" outside to the right of the main caves. Bedse Caves are comparatively less known and less visited. People know about the nearby Karla Caves and Bhaja Caves but have hardly heard of Bedse Caves. The trilogy of the caves (Karla - Bhaje - Bedse) in Mawal Region can't be completed without Bedse. An easy hike through steps leads to the caves. Also close to the Bedse caves are the famous foursome of Lohagad, Visapur, Tung and Tikona forts adjoining the Pawana Dam.

The best time to visit Bedse Caves is the rainy season as the hills are filled with lush greenery during that time. Also many small waterfalls are created that can only be enjoyed during the rainy season. As this is one of the lesser known spots, not many tourists throng the place, so makes it easy to enjoy the views.

Bedse Caves can be reached from Pune via Kamshet. Upon reaching Kamshet Chowk, left route is to be taken. That route goes straight to Bedse Village where the caves are located. They can also be reached via Paud - Tikona Peth - Pawananagar. Alternate route is from Somatne-Phata on the Pune-Mumbai NH4 Highway.

Best time to Visit:

Any time you can visit this place. June to September is best time.

Places around

Pawna Dam, Tikona Fort, Tung Fort, Lohagad Fort, Visapur Fort, Ghodeshwar Temple Caves, Bhaje Caves, Karla Caves, Lonavala.

Approximate Distance from Pune

60 Kms

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Bedse Caves

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Bedse Caves

Bedse Caves

Bedse Caves

Bedse Caves

Bedse Caves

Bedse Caves

Bedse Caves

Bedse Caves

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Redi Beach - Sindhudurg District

Redi is a small village that is located in the state of Maharashtra. The place is known for its untouched beaches and the long expanses of yellow sand filled beaches are clean and unaffected by tourism as yet. There is an interesting old Maratha Fort that is located in the village. One can walk around the fort and enjoy the scenic views of the beaches. The fort is the main center of attraction in the village of Redi along with Ganpati Temple in village. The town in which this temple is situated contains manganese mines and the Ganpati idol was found in one of the mines near Rewati port in 1976. Redi Beach is Approx. 35 Kms from Sawantwadi. 

Best time to visit is from mid October to May

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Redi Beach 

Redi Beach 

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Shiroda - Velagar Beach - Sindhudurg District

Shiroda - Velagar Beach located in Tal. Vengurla, Dist. Sindhudurg, Maharashtra. . Shiroda is Approx. 30 Kms from Sawantwadi. Featuring natural beauty, privacy, sparkling blue waters, long stretch of silver sands, cool sea breeze whispering through towering cajuring plantations on the beach, amenities and salt depots around the village, Shiroda is feast for the eyes of visitors. Everyone in Maharashtra and its neighboring state is aware of great Marathi author Shri V. S. Khandekar. It is a place where he worked from 1920 to 1938 as a primary and secondary school teacher. So this place has got its own identity.

Another tourist attraction nearby consists of the Redi Ganesh Temple, Sagareshwar beach, Mochemad Beach, Shiroda Mithagar and the Terekhol Fort. Also one can reach Goa by just crossing Aronda bridge. Goa border is very near from Shiroda. Vengurla Beach is Approx. 12 Kms from Shiroda.

Best time to visit is from mid October to May

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Shiroda - Velagar Beach

Shiroda - Velagar Beach

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Tarkarli Beach - Sindhudurg District

Tarkarli is a village in Malvan Taluka, district Sindhudurg. It is tourist destination in coastal Maharashtra, an attractive beach. From there, one can see the famous naval fort Sindhudurg built by Shivaji Maharaj. This village is famous for its Ramnavmi Utsav. Here in Mapurush Temple the celebration of Ramnavmi is arranged every year. To mark this occasion various dramas (Marathi Natak) are arranged. This place has gained prominence because of its long and narrow stretch of beach with pristine waters. On a clear day, one can see the bed unto a depth of 20 ft. It presents a panoramic view with tall 'Shuru' trees in the background. The wide river, the beautiful sailboats and the tiny hamlets situated on the riverbank, add to the picturesque beauty of Tarkarli. Sighting dolphins is not a rare event here. This place fishes throughout the year, the sea during summer and winter and back-waters during the monsoon since the sea water enters this area and also due to safety reasons.

Best time to visit is from mid October to May

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Tarkarli Beach

Tarkarli Beach

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Ganapatipule - Ratnagiri District

Ganapatipule is one of the most spectacular beaches along the Konkan Coast - an idyllic getaway that attracts peace-seekers, beach lovers, and pilgrims alike. is a small town located in Ratnagiri district on the Konkan coast of Maharashtra. The town of Chiplun is to its north. The Swayambhu Ganpati Temple, on the Ganapatipule beach itself is the primary attraction in Ganapatipule that draws thousands of pilgrims every year to this village. The God is considered to be the Paschim Dwardevta (Western Sentinel God of India), and those who visit Ganapatipule, make it a point to pay their respects to this great deity. Ganapatipule is a long beachfront (not considered safe for swimming).  Aside from its clean beach and clear waters, Ganapatipule is rich in flora, including mangroves and coconut palms. Here, you can leave the hectic world behind as you laze around on golden sands or explore the many trails that lead from the beach.

Ganapatipule has many resorts and home stays from simple to luxury segment

Best time to visit is from mid October to May

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Ganapatipule

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Korlai Beach - Raigad District

Korlai is Approx. 20 kms ahead of Alibag, but the beaches are clean and the sights are spectacular. A quiet serene beach with alternate white and black sands, along a serene stretch of the Arabian coastline, adjacent to a village of Korlai Creole Portuguese speaking Indians. Just across the bridge, to the right there is Korlai fort within the sea and attached to the mainland by a narrow land strip through the Korlai fort through the Korlai Village. It is supposed to have been built by the Portuguese in 1521. The main gate has an inscription which means 'no entry without a fight'. The fort has seven gates, a sweet water well, a church in disuse, a Hindu temple and a Lighthouse.

Best time to visit is from mid October to May

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Korlai Beach

Korlai Beach

View from Korlai Fort

View from Korlai Fort

View from Korlai Fort

View from Korlai Fort

Korlai Beach

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Madhe Ghat, Near Kelad.

Madhe Ghat is an ancient historical route. Shivaji's great worrier Tanaji Malusare died while fighting on Kondana (Sinhagad) fort and his dead body was carried via this route called "Madhe Ghat" to his native village in Konkan. (Also, the work of a proposed road from Pune to Mahad via Madhe Ghat is going on... which will save the distance & time.)

Madhe Ghat is 75kms from Pune, but some distance can be saved by going through Route 2 & 3

How to Reach Madhe Ghat:

Route 1 - Pune - NH4 - Nasrapur Phata - Baneshwar - Velhe - Kelad - Madhe Ghat

Route 2 - Pune - NH4 - Shivapur - Kusgav Khind Road - Velhe - Kelad - Madhe Ghat

Route 3 - Pune - Sinhgad Road - Khanpur - Pabe Ghat - Velhe - Kelad - Madhe Ghat

Route 4 - Pune - Sinhgad Road - Panshet Velhe road - Velhe - Kelad - Madhe Ghat

Best time to visit Madhe Ghat is from August  to November

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Madhe Ghat

Madhe Ghat

Madhe Ghat

Madhe Ghat

Madhe Ghat

Madhe Ghat

Madhe Ghat

Madhe Ghat

Madhe Ghat

Madhe Ghat

Madhe Ghat

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