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We live in Mumbai ,but konkan is our native place ,we visit konkan throughout the year especially in the month of May, For Ganesh festival, Holi (shimga) .
While visiting konkan for Ganpati festival we have chosen roadways.
We started our Journey From Dombivli to Kokan .Our destination Is Sawantwadi.To reach sawantwadi we have to pass through these mesmerizing location -"AMBOLI GHAT"We stopped at
Sawantwadi for breakfast and decided toh have a for hot tea here,as their climate their is cold enough, looking at several seasonal rivers along the way. After trekking up and down the road, we came to a steep slope in the Western Ghats, where we were greeted by lush green valleys and valleys. At the same time, large groups of monkeys appeared alongside the ghat.
We loved the location so much that we decided to write a blog on it .
Amboli is a beautiful hill station and mansoon destination located in the southern range of Sahyadri hills at a height of 690 meters above sea level and a part of Western ghats.
We stopped as soon as we saw the first waterfall. I walked a little closer to the other waterfalls to see and feel the fresh air and greenery. We also took some photos of the surroundings while we were there. We had visited this place before and knew that we would see many small and big waterfalls .
This breathtaking views made our day.
The welcoming weather of Amboli ghat and little refreshing rain showers ensure the tourist that their trip is going to be exciting
The fog spread around makes you feel that you are walking in the Fairyland..
Accessibility
The distance of Amboli from Mumbai is 549 km and the distance from Pune-Ajra-Amboli is 390 km. While Ratnagiri-Amboli 215 km. I Is. Sawantwadi is a 26 km railway station near Amboli. From here Belgaum is 64 km. Dabholi (Goa) is 140 km.
Accomodation:-
Amboli has many quality and cheap. The ‘Whites Woods’, ‘Silent Valley Resort Darshan’ and ‘Hotel Shiv Malhar’. Other resorts run by Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC)are here. Restaurants, room service and cab services are available in every public place.Also the local people selling snacks their , which provides them employment.
We were all starving until we reached the big waterfall. As soon as we arrived, we ate the hot and delicious vada we got there. Tea, onion pakoda, and roasted maize are some of the delicacies found in the basic stalld here. Everything is cooked to order and served directly before your eyes.You will also find number of Dhabas serving food for tourists
Best time to visit:-
Amboli ghat is called ''cherrapunji"of Maharashtra as it recieves the highest rainfall.Hence the best time to visit here is, ofcourse ,mansoon.Because it is located high, the weather is cool, so summer is the best time to visit. It is pleasant to stay here in the rainy season as the temperature is 20 degrees Celsius. It will be a pleasure to visit even in winter. Due to good rainfall during the monsoons, the waterfalls and fog double the beauty of the natural shade
Places to visit in Amboli:-
1.Hiranyakeshi River Origin:-
We came to Hiranyakeshi Cave, which is basically a Shiva Temple. It is said that the source of the Hiranyakeshi river lies in the hills around Amboli village, and an ancient Shiva temple (called Hiranyakeshwar) sits at the cave where the water emerges.There are breathtaking views on both sides of the ascent and descent to this cave. This is where we noticed round plants like balls scattered in the bushes. There is a bridge over a small river that you can cross over. we reached this old temple by walking through a valley of greenery which was nothing but a cave.
There is a pond in front of the temple which is connected to the local water stream. This has an unusual shape. There was also an "havan kund''which added to the beauty of the temple's simplicity. The road leading to the temple was well built, so that people could walk on it comfortably. Here too many streams of water flow from one side to the other.
2.Kavlesad Point
Taking drive up to the Kavlesad point we saw the breathtaking view of the endless valleys.A reverse waterfall here which is an optical illusion, created when wild winds flow in the valley, and it looks like that the water is flowing reversely.
Kavlesad Point is the center of attraction for everyone in Amboli. When you go to Kavalasheta point, you will see a very deep valley. So those who are afraid of high places should avoid going here.
3.Sunset Point –
Sunset Point is located in Amboli Ghat, 1 km from the main bus stand. The eye-catching sunset can be seen here.
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| Green Vine snake |
4. Bio diversity Hotspot:-
On March 31, 2021,The Government of Maharashtra has declared an area at Amboli in Western ghats in Sindhudurg district, as a biodiversity heritage site.
The stunning beauty of the Choukuli forest
near Amboli ghat. In this forest you can see wildlife. The forest is home to a large number of wildlife such as deer, rabbits, cows and wild cats.
A new freshwater fish species — Schistura Hiranyakeshi — was discovered near Amboli in Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district.
Also A wide variety of wildlife is usually found here. It is home to 35 species of mammals, 200 species of birds, 150 species of butterflies, and 60 species of reptiles and amphibians. Amboli Ghat is a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts and wildlife photographers. It has many places for wildlife enthusiasts to explore biodiversity. At Chowkul Road, Van udyan, you can see many reptiles, frogs, and much more.Green vine snake, Malabar pit viper, Malabar gliding frogs, geckos, Malabar pied hornbills, giant squirrel are some wild species that can be seen here.
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| Hitler bug |
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| Amboli bush frog |
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| Tailless whip Scorpion |
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| Crab |
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| Amboli bush frog |
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| Malabar gliding frog |
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