| The state of Maharashtra, also based on the western coast (Arabian Sea side),
is dotted with paddy fields, coconut trees and some of the finest beaches and
beach resorts of India dotting its 720 km long coastal strip. One of the major
features of the beaches of Maharashtra is a fact that they live essentially safe
waters, making them the perfectly ideal family beach sites.
Some of the main beaches are the Juhu Beach, Marine Drive or the Chowpatty
Beach, Ganapatipule Beach, Dahanu-Bordi Beaches and Harnai Beach.
General Information :
Area : 308 sq. km
Population : 78,937
Capital : Mumbai (BOMBAY)
Language : Marathi |