Harihareshwar - Shrivardhan - Dive Agar (Maharashtra)

Harihareshwar is one of the finest places in Konkan. It is just 130 Kms. from Pune. It is famous for a temple on the seashore as well as the beach and the natural beauties here.Harihareshwar is only 25 Kms for Shri Vardhan. If one wants to enjoy travelling by sea, the launches are also available between the two towns. The temple here is one of the major attractions. Harihareshwar is known as Kashi of Southern India. The hill on the seashore at Harihareshwar is also known as 'Harihar' or 'Pushpadri'. The temple is old and the construction period of this temple can not be easily said The temple might be constructed in Shivaji's Period as one can find such sculptures. But was re-constructed by First Bajirao Peshawa in 1723. The temple consists of idols of Brahma - Vishnu - Mahesh and Devi Parvati.The other temples in the premises are of Shri Kalbhairav and Shri Yogeshwari.Truly, Harihareshwar is a place of temples and beautiful seashore. The atmosphere here is very auspicious and creates pleasure. The seashore, beach, the dark woods near the sea and the temple are worth to visit. 

The town of Harihareshwar, known for its tranquil and picturesque beach is also landmarked by Kalbhairav-the Shiva Temple. If you are adventurous enough to take a small boat to the north side of the bay, you can see where the Peshwas or Prime Ministers of the Maratha kingdom originaliy resided. Also see the 'Peshwa' Smarak and visit the Bankot Fort at Bagmandala, about 4 kms. away.