Tuesday, 16 July 2013

                                           HARIHARESHWAR BEACH 


Harihareshwar is a town in Raigad district, in Maharashtra, India.

Harihareshwar is renowned tourist spot in Konkan for its temples and beaches.

It is surrounded by four hills named Harihareshwar, Harshinachal, Bramhadri and Pushpadri.

The river Savitri enters the Arabian Sea from the town of Harihareshwar.

The temple of Lord Harihareshwar is said to have been blessed by Lord Shiva.

Hence Harihareshwar is often referred to as Dev-ghar or "house of God".

Harihareshwar is a popular beach resort with two beaches, one to the north and the other to the south of the temple.

Harihareshwar is also known as Dakshin Kashi especially with an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

The architectural style of the temple is very attractive.

Cool breeze from the Harihareshwar beach makes the temple premises a nice place to relax as well. 

The city Shrivardhan also known for beaches is nearby to Harihareshwar and is connected to the city by sea as well.

A hill known as Harihar or Pushpadri is  closer to the Harihareshwar beach.

The hill adds the beauty of the beach with its lush green thick vegetation.

Harihareshwar is renowned for its tranquility and picturesque beach.  






 

 

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