What to See in Murud
& the best hotels to stay in Murud, Maharashtra
Murud at a glance
What to See in Murud
Murud is a town on the Konkan coastline, 11 km from Dapoli. Its long beach with swaying palms and its beautiful old Durga Devi temple are its main attractions.
The Durga Devi temple was built in the 18th century and has a lovely lake of fresh, cool water. The carvings on its wooden pillars are worth seeing, and a large bell hangs above the left side of the entrance — it is said that Chimaji Appa, the great Maratha warrior, brought it from a church after winning the battle of Vasai.
The beach, with its soft sand and wide expanse, is perfect for walking, jogging or simply unwinding — and you may even spot the white-bellied sea eagle.
Where to Stay in Murud
Murud has many beach resorts set among coconut trees.
Konkani specialities include fresh seafood such as pomfret (paplet), kingfish (surmai) and prawns straight from the Arabian Sea, and you can also enjoy pure vegetarian, home-made Konkani food at some of the homes nearby.