Jaigad Beach
Jaigad, Ratnagiri District, Maharashtra, on the Konkan coast, about 20 km from Ganpatipule.
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Jaigad Beach, near Jaigad Fort in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri district, is a scenic spot where the Shastri River meets the Arabian Sea, known for its historic fort, lighthouse, and tranquil waters, offering stunning sea views, a mix of history (Bijapur Sultanate, Shivaji era) and natural beauty, with nearby attractions like the Jaigad Lighthouse and Ganpatipule Beach.
History
"Jaigad" means "Fort of Victory," possibly linked to a local legend of a sacrifice by Jayba Mahar for its completion A cast-iron lighthouse built by the British in 1932 stands nearby, a landmark for ships
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