Beaches Ratnagiri

Mandavi Beach

Ratnagiri town, Maharashtra, approximately 2 km from the Ratnagiri Bus Stand.

About Information

Mandvi Beach is a popular and crowded beach in Ratnagiri known for its black sand, making it sometimes called the "Black Sea". Located close to the town, it offers scenic views of Ratnadurg Fort and the Arabian Sea, and is a popular spot for water sports, evening walks, and enjoying street food. The "Gateway of Ratnagiri," a structure with a sloped roof, is also a notable landmark at the beach.

History

The beach has historical importance as the site where the "Gateway of Ratnagiri" was built for shoreline defense. A specific structure, the "Gateway of Ratnagiri," was built on the beachhead and is believed to be the work of Pratinidhi Dhondu Bhaskar. 

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