Day-02 - Visit to Murud-Janjira on 15-Mar-2014

Janjira Fort  is situated on an oval-shaped rock off the Arabian Sea coast near the port town of Murud.  Janjira is considered one of the strongest marine forts in India. The fort is approached by sailboats from Rajapuri jetty.

Day-08 - Visit to Shivtar Ghal and Bhairavnath, Goregaon on 16-Nov-2013

Shivthar Ghal also known as Sundarmath i.e. Beautiful Monastery is a cave. Samarth Ramdasdictated Dasbodh to Kalyan Swami. Samarth Ramdas lived here for about 22 years. It is believed that this is where the first meeting between Shivaji Maharaj and Samarth Ramdas took place.

Visited Shivtar Ghal for the second time with Anna, Aai, Bapukaka, Uncle, Sadhana and Raju Khetam and spend about 1 hour at the Ghal.

Day-05 - Visit to Tarkarli on 14-Nov-2013

 Tarkarli

Ganapati Temple, Redi is a village in the district of Sindhudurg in Maharashtra. Originally known as Rewati, Redi is located close to the shores of the Arabian Sea.

Road decorated with the Akash Kandil on the way to Reddy 

Day-04 - Visit to Amboli on 13-Nov-2013

On first day of the Konkan tour, visited Amboli with Anna, Bapu, Aai, Sadhna and Raju Khetam 

On way to the origin of Hiranyakeshi River

Day-02 -Yamai Mandir, Aundh, Audambar, Wadi on 11-Nov-2013

Yamai Mandir, Aundh  The idol of Devi Mahishasur Mardini Yamai in black stone is almost 2 meters high and is in a cross-legged sitting position.

Unfortunately, could not see the Shri Bhavani Museum as Friday was holiday.

Was hearing about these two places since my childhood, but could at least visit the temple in 2011.

Visit to Elephanta on 12-Jan-2013

Visited Elephanta with Priyanka and Sadhana once again and the day was very nice with pleasant and windy weather of January in Mumbai.

Visit to Gaimukh on 08-Jul-2012

When I was having 1-2 hours at disposal, I mostly go to the Gaimukh in the outskirts of the Thane City.  I have been to this place many times - may be more than 50 times but enjoyed the scenic panoramic views and serenity of the Shankar Temple. Visiting in mansoon  season is always special occasion. 

Visit to Siddhagiri Math and Panhala Fort on 09-Oct-2011

Siddhagiri Math near Kagal This museum showcases different aspects of Gramjivan (village life). Gram means village and jivan means life in the Marathi language. The history of self-sufficient village life in Maharshtra, before the invasion of the Mughals, is depicted in the form of cement sculptures. There were 12 Balutedars (essentially artisan castes), and 18 Alutedars who provided equipment to carry out domestic and professional tasks. The museum is spread over 7 acres (28,000 m2), and the surrounding countryside is beautiful, with lush greenery. Every aspect of village life has been depicted in almost 80 scenes that showcase more than 300 statues.

Visit to Mhaismal on 14-Aug-2011

Mr. and Mrs.Panchal, Ram Panchal, Mohan, Sadhana and me visited Mhaismal Hill Stationin rainy season. A nice hill station near Aurangabad. Very scenic view from the hill.

On the scenic and lush green way to Mhaismal from Khultabad

Visit to Ramoji Film City on 14-Jul-2011

Ramoji Film City near Hyderabad is spread over 2000 acres, it is the largest integrated film city in Telangana and has been certified by the Guinness World Records as the largest studio complex in the world.[2] It was built by Telugu film producer Ramoji Rao in 1996. It is also a popular tourism and recreation centre, containing natural and artificial attractions including an amusement park. Around 1.5 million tourists visit the place every year.

Visited Hyderabad for family marraige and got an opportunity to visit the film city with Sadhana and Priyanka just before leaving of Priyanka to USA for higher studies. One can spend one full day here and get feel to understand the filmy world.