The seven islands that came to constitute Mumbai were home to communities of fishing colonies. For centuries, the islands were under the control of successive indigenous empires before being ceded to the Portuguese and subsequently to the British East India Company when in 1661 King Charles II married the Portuguese Catherine of Braganza, and as part of her dowry Charles received the ports of Tangier and seven islands of Bombay.
Points of interest
♦ Gate Way Of India
♦ Haji Ali
♦ Siddhivinayak Temple
♦ Mahalaxmi Temple
♦ Sea Beach
Mumbai Visit Places
Murud Janjira
Murud janjira is 54KM from Alibag, 153Km from Mumbai. travel time Minimum 3 Hrs By Shmmss Cabs. it is located in the raigad district of maharashtra. the city is bounded by lush greenery and sandy beaches, its fort which lies on an island in the coastal village Murud.
Alibag
It is very commonly known as ‘Goa’ of Maharashtra, the town of Alibag is well linked to the capital Mumbai and Goa via pen junction. Sai Disha Travel & Cabs Connect you to Alibaug with in 1Hrs 45 Minutes, Travel Distance is 98 Km from Mumbai city And hence the people living nearby as well as far away wish to spend their vacation here in the sparkling beaches of Alibag.
Bhimashankar
Bhimashankar is located in Pune district in the state of Maharashtra and is a very nice place to spend your vacations with your family. Bhimashankar is 222KM from Mumbai, journey time is 4Hrs. Bhimashankar has some places to visit which makes your weekend great and memorable like Paragliding, Sahyadri Wildlife Sanctuary and Holy Jyotirlinga etc
Devgad
Devgad is 425 KM from Mumbai and 370KM from Pune. Devgad, is a coastal town in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra state. Devgad is known globally for its exports of locally grown Alphonso mangoes. Devgad is slowly becoming a tourist hot spot for tourists who want to avoid Goa beaches.This is perfect for family outing in a peaceful and calm backdrop. Tourists can do snorkeling,beach camping,boat cruise,visit Vijay Durg and Sindhudurg, the famous forts, and also visit the Konkan village and have Malwan dinner.
Malshej Ghat
Malshej Ghat is 127 KM from Mumbai and 120KM from Pune. A nice view of valleys is one of the major attraction here. The view from behind the MTDC resort is a must-see. It is also famous for dark woods and the animals inside. These animals includes tigers, leopards, rabbits and peacocks etc. But truly a famous place near Malshej Ghat is Khireshwar which is 2/3 km from rest house.
Matheran
Matheran is 85KM from Mumbai and 120KM from Pune. Matheran is a quiet, serene hill-station, which has managed to maintain its tranquility despite being thronged by a large number of tourists every year. Matheran is a Hill Station and a municipal council in the Raigad district, There are look-out points in Matheran the Panorama Point is famous for, the view of sunset and sunrise is dramatic. The Louisa Point offers crystal clear view of the Prabal Fort. The other points are the One Tree Hill Point, Heart Point, Monkey Point, Porcupine Point, Rambagh Point, and more.