The only fort with Shivaji's temple and a palm imprint of King Shivaji is Sindhudurg fort, which was established in the 16th century by King Shivaji. Sindhudurg district has 37 forts, the most in Maharashtra, and includes all types of forts (Jaldurg – sea), Bhuikot – land fort), and others (Giri- fort on hilltop). About Sindhudurg Sindhudurg district covers a total size of 5,207 square kilometres. According to the 2001 census, the District's population is 8,68,825 people. Sindhudurg district's headquarters is Sindhudurg Nagari, a modern township. The Arabian Sea on the west, the Belgaum District (Karnataka state) and Goa on the south, and the Ratnagiri district on the north surround the district.Because Sindhudurg is a coastal district, the climate is generally damp and humid, with little difference in temperature during the day and during the seasons. Sindhudurg can be reached by car by the NH-17, which travels via the important towns of Kankavli, Kudal, and Sawantwadi, or by rail via the Konkan Railway, which makes stops at Kankavli, Sindhudurg, Kudal, and Sawantwadi.Ratnagiri, Belgaum (Karnataka), and Dabolim are the closest airports (Goa). History Profile of the District: Sindhudurg district covers a total size of 5,207 square kilometres. According to the 2001 census, the District's population is 8,68,825 people. Sindhudurg district's headquarters is Sindhudurg Nagari, a modern township.The district is bordered on the east by the Arabian Sea, on the south by the Belgaum District (Karnataka state), Goa, and on the north by the Ratnagiri district. Because Sindhudurg is a coastal district, the climate is generally damp and humid, with little difference in temperature during the day and during the seasons.Sindhudurg can be reached by car by the NH-17, which travels via the important towns of Kankavli, Kudal, and Sawantwadi, or by rail via the Konkan Railway, which makes stops at Kankavli, Sindhudurg, Kudal, and Sawantwadi. Ratnagiri, Belgaum (Karnataka), and Dabolim are the closest airports (Goa). Tourist Places "Sindhudurg Fort,Bharatgad Fort,Sarjekot Fort,Rangnagad Fort,Ramgad fort,Devgad Fort,Vijaydurg Fort, Nivati Fort,Yashwantgad Fort,Terekhol fort,Shivagad Fort,Gagangad Fort,""Chivla Beach,Tarkali Beach,Devbag Beach, Achara Beach,Bagayat Beach,Katwan Beach,Malvan Beach,Mithbav Beach,Mochemad Beach,Wayagani Beach, Shiroda Beach,Velagar Beach,Nivati Beach,Bhogwe Beach,Khavane Beach,Ubhadanda/Sargeshwar Beach,Kolamb Beach,Sagartirth,Taambaldeg" Aainari Caves, Baodi – Horse Drinking water (Kudal),Dutch Wakhar,Lester Gate Sawantwadi,Sawantwadi Palace. How To Reach By Road: The NH-17, which travels via the important towns of Kankavli, Kudal, and Sawantwadi, leads to Sindhudurg. By Train: Travel to Kankavli, Sindhudurg, Kudal, and Sawantwadi on the Konkan Railway. By Air: Ratnagiri, Belgaum (Karnataka), and Dabolim are the closest airports (Goa). Tourist Places:
The word 'Konkan' is of Indian origin and of considerable antiquity, though the origin of the name has never been sufficiently explained. The seven kingdoms of the Konkan of mythology are mentioned in the History of Kashmir and are said to have included nearly the whole west coast of India. The Pandavas are said to have passed through this region in the 13th year of their exile and had settled in this area for some time. The Raja of this region Veerat Ray had accompanied them in the war at Kurukshetra with the Kauravas.
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