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Hedvi Tourism
Hedvi is a small village located near the town of Guhanagar in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. It is primarily a pilgrim destination and attracts a lot of pilgrims from across the country. The Lord Ganesha temple is one of the important temples because of its historical significance.
Hedvi beach is also famous for its serene features and a large black monolith called the Bahman Ghal about 35 feet high is one of the prime attractions of the beach.
Things to do in Hedvi
1. Hedvi Beach
Hedvi beach is situated about 3km from the Ganesh Temple. It is famous because of a rock formation that sits on the beach. Bahman Ghal is a large black monolith of about 35 feet high.
2. Shri Dashbhuj Lakshmi Ganesh Temple
Shri Dashbhuj Lakshmi Ganesh Temple is said to have been erected in the period of Peshwas and has been carved from white marble found in Kashmir which is why there is a belief that it was carved in Ka (Read More)shmir and transported to Hedvi during that time.
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How to Reach Hedvi
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The nearest railway station to Hedvi is Chiplun which is connected to nearby cities like Pune, Mumbai and Ratnagiri. Pune station is also nearby and is around 158 km.There are buses which connect Mumbai, Pune, Goa, Guhanagar and Chiplun to Hedvi. Alternatively, you can take a car and drive up to Hedvi.
How to reach Hedvi by flight
The nearest airport is Pune International Airport, 157 km away from Hedvi. Mumbai airport, the busiest in the country is approximately 307 km away from Hedvi. Almost all the flights from different cities get connected here, Mumbai being the hub of the country. You can drive down from Mumbai or Pune or hire a taxi from these destinations.
How to reach Hedvi by road
There are local buses from Guhanagar and Konkan as well as state buses which run from Pune, Mumbai and Goa which get connected to Hedvi. There are Volvo buses along with the state buses which ply regularly.
How to reach Hedvi by train
Hedvi doesn't have its own railway station. However, you can take a train till Chiplun which is nearest railway station from Hedvi. From there, you can take a bus, car or a taxi to come to Hedvi. Pune railway station is just 275 km away and has a well-connected train network. You can hire a car or take a bus to reach Hedvi from Pune.
Local transport in Hedvi
State transport buses connect Hedvi to Guhagar and Chiplun. There are also long route buses both public and private run from Mumbai, Pune and Goa. You can also avail rickshaws, however, the distance between the temple and the beach is just 3 kms which can be covered on foot, enjoying a walk through the village .
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FAQs on Hedvi
What is famous about Hedvi?
A good place for a day trip or a weekend trip in Maharashtra, especially in the vicinity of Mumbai and Pune.
What is not so good about Hedvi?
Not much to explore by the tourists. No lodging facilities are available.
Who should visit Hedvi?
Hedvi is ideal for couples who want to go for a small trip to relax. Perfect for people of Maharashtra looking for a secluded spot away for a long weekend though it is frequented by tourists from other places also.
What is the best time to visit Hedvi?
Summers and winters are the best time to visit. Hence, the months between September and May are an ideal time to visit Hedvi. The roads are slippery in the monsoons.
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What is the local food in Hedvi?
The local cuisine here is dominated by Maharashtrian food with a blend of South and North Indian cuisines. This place is known for it's spicy food of curries and fries.
Misal - a spicy gravy of potatoes, peas and other sprouts, makes for a mouth-watering meal.
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Misal - a spicy gravy of potatoes, peas and other sprouts, makes for a mouth-watering meal.
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What is the best way to reach Hedvi?
The nearest railway station to Hedvi is Chiplun which is connected to nearby cities like Pune, Mumbai and Ratnagiri. Pune station is also nearby and is around 158 km.There are buses which connect Mumbai, Pune, Goa, Guhanagar and Chiplun to Hedvi. Alternatively, you can take a car and drive up to Hedvi.
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What are the places near Hedvi?
The top places near to Hedvi are Mahabaleshwar which is 77 km from Hedvi, Ganapatipule which is located 23 km from Hedvi, Chiplun which is located 36 km from Hedvi, Goa which is located 216 km from Hedvi, Harihareshwar which is located 73 km from Hedvi
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Devyani Chandra
6 years ago
- Carry extra food and water supplies with you, facilities are not present at proper intervals.
- In case of planning to stay back, make sure you enquire about the availability of hotel rooms befo (Read More)rehand.
- In case of planning to stay back, make sure you enquire about the availability of hotel rooms befo (Read More)rehand.