Sunday, May 1, 2011

Murud-Janjira Fort in Maharashtra


The beautiful coastal town is famous for Janjira, an impregnable island-fortress, 5 kms. south of Murud & 165 kms. from Mumbai. It was built in 1140, by Siddi Johar and became the capital of Siddis during 16th century. The fort remained virtually invincible in its lifespan. The palace of the Nawab and the Janjira Caves are worth visiting.
Reaching there :

By Air

The nearest airport is Mumbai International Airport which is 165 km away from Murud Janjira. Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji International airport is well connected to all major cities in India and connected to many cities in abroad.

By Rail
Roha (50 kms.) railway station on the Konkan line is the nearest one which is connected by rail to Mumbai. Murud Janjira is connected to all major railheads through Mumbai.
By Road
State owned buses connect nearest cities with Murud Janjira. Buses are available from Pune, Thane, Borivli, Mumbai central and Dadar.

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