Dapoli - Mahabaleshwar of Konkan Dapoli at an altitude of about 800 ft above sea level offers a real 'hug the clouds and kiss the sand' experience. The winding roads climbs up hills and pass through paddy fields to end up in sandy beaches.

Murud is the most popular beach in Dapoli, a word of caution here, Please don't confuse 'Murud' - Harnai with 'Murud' - Janjira near Alibag. Though their names are similar, they are located about 100 Kms apart from each other!!

Murud beach typical of the beaches in this part of Konkan has a thin layer of white sand covering over the fine black sand. The beaches are flat and during low tides one can walk across to the adjoining beaches like Karde or Palande!

The Durga Devi temple right at the start of the way leading to Maharshi Karve beach or the Murud beach is one of the most important temples in this part of Dapoli and is a must see during a visit to Murud. Dapoli is the hometown of Bharat Ratna laureate - Maharshi Dr. Dhondo Keshav Karve and there is a small photo museum with some rare and historic photographs of Maharshi Karve located in Murud very close to the Durga Devi temple.



Harnai Fishing harbour is located just north of Murud. The harbour is famous for the fish auctions that happen everyday which is an awe inspiring affair. The fish auctions at Harnai happen every day at about 6 in the evening.