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1217-17 Serenes Brochure CT Book Alibaug Section Lowres THE THE The Silent Evolution Silent The ALIBAUG SERENESSERENESALIBAUG The Silent Evolution ALIBAuGImage for representative purpose only Urban Chaos To Image for representative purpose only Image for representative purpose only “WHEN SILENCE SPEAKS, IT MARKS THE BEGINNING OF THE MANY Zero Decibel MEANINGFUL CONVERSATIONS The open blue expanse of the sea between the OF LIFE.” Gateway of India and the Mandwa jetty... an 18-minute* speedboat ride for us; a short flight away for the sea gulls. *Approximate travel time “ he time will come when, FOREWORD Twith elation you will greet yourself, Arriving at your own door, in your own mirror, All experience is a realization that life lies beyond the horizon we fix for it and if And each with a smile at the others welcome, we want to live it fully, we must first get to know the stranger in the mirror. The And say, sit here. following pages certainly show one way of doing that. You will love again the stranger who was yourself, However, they are but a trail. What you will find at the end of it will be your Give back your heart to itself, personal piece of the rainbow and we wish you discover all its colours at their to the stranger who has loved you all your life, vivid best. whom you ignored for another, who knows you by heart, Peel your own image from the mirror, Warm regards, Sit, feast on your own life. Team, The Serenes. ~ Love after Love, Derek” Walcott T he first thing that strikes about numerous historical influences, deep Alibaug is its incredible ability to be rooted political stratagems, cultural ONCE UPON still and wait. Be it the never ending nuances and natural splendour. stretches of sun-kissed beaches or the lush green trails that lead to glades It was once the hinterland perfect for impromptu picnics, or even of Bene Israeli Jews. It literally A TIME the stoic Kolaba Fort, Alibaug seems means ‘The Garden of Ali’ to ask only one thing of its visitors… after the rich Bene Israelite Ali take a deep breath and pause. famous for his gardens. Therefore the name Alibaug. Considering the wonderous matrix of AND STILL, history and culture that is woven into the fabric of its existence, this is For years it remained an idyllic indeed noteworthy – this control not place of sun, solace and serenity, to impose – or perhaps it is because of surrounded by the Arabian Sea on all HAPPILY it that it is so. sides with a distant but enchanting view of the Western Ghats. Then, Look Back in Time in about the 17th century, Shivaji’s Often referred to as the 'Goa of naval chief, Sarkhel Kanhoji Angre, EVER AFTER. Maharashtra', Alibaug is a 300-year developed it as a part of the kingdom’s old living and thriving legacy of naval protection base. Discover why Alibaug is a wonderful place to find your own space for life. “Nothing behind me, everything ahead of me, as is ever so on the road.” Dock into bliss. High tide and sunset at the Mandwa jetty - a perfect example of the calm we seek amidst the tumult of life. Image for representative purpose only Surprisingly this major move did not Israeli Jews is the reason why even reconstruct the place; rather, in a today you will see glimpses of the rich startling display of age-old wisdom, Israeli culture in many parts of this Alibaug chose to weave the change town, the most noteworthy being the into the fabric of its character to synagogue in the "Israel Ali" area of emerge more vibrant than ever before. the town. Interestingly, Alibaug seems No wonder today this coastal town to owe its name to a rich Bene Israelite Racing time, in the Raigad district of the named Ali who used to live and own Konkan region in Maharashtra offers extensive plantations of mangoes and with leisure. quintessentially the eternal way of coconuts in his gardens. The locals life - open, inviting, non-judgemental used to fondly call the place and full of natural abandon. For once "Alichi Bagh" (Marathi for "Gardens of the trite way of describing it - one of Ali"), or simply "Alibaug", and the name the closest and most popular remained. However, do not mistake weekend getaways from Mumbai its quiet and unassuming character with something for every one – is for insipidity. true but it is just the beginning of the story that Alibaug is. You can choose to go sun-chasing along nature trails, The history and the culture that driftwood-collecting along the Alibaug and its surrounding villages beaches, history-hunting within have lived through have left their age-old fort walls or create your impressions on what are called ‘the own adventure anywhere sightseeing spots’ here. Having out there. once been the hinterland of Bene The horse rides at Alibaug beaches bring nostalgia to everyone and is easily one of the fondest memories people take away. Image credit: nemone Unlike other getaway destinations yourself, by yourself or with family whose environment decides what and friends. kind of holiday you should enjoy, Alibaug refuses to impose its Often referred to as the 'Goa of impressions on you. Rather, very Maharashtra', Alibaug is a 300 uniquely this place becomes the huge year-old living legacy of backdrop to what is important to you. historical influences, cultural nuances and natural splendour. To Do or Not to Do From the time you get down at the The experiences will be as varied as jetty, the choices are always going you want them to be and just as Chasing the horizon. to be yours to make and it’s enriching. A lot of it has also got to do certainly not going to be easy. Both in with the fact that ‘modernism’ has not terms of where you want to go been able to affect Alibaug the way it and what you want to do, Alibaug has bewitched urban life into being spoils you thoroughly. You can choose something else altogether. to go sun-chasing along nature trails, driftwood - collecting along Your Dose of Culture the beaches, history - hunting within The place has remained a small town age-old fort walls or create your own at heart. Its calendar is still peppered adventure anywhere out there. with many fairs and festivals that celebrate the simple joys of its people. Of course, doing nothing is also great For instance, the main festival of this option and so is testing your taste for region is Pola, when people worship adventure sports. In essence, give in to cattle and agricultural equipment. Experience the vastness of the sea first hand. Feel humbled and inspired, all at once. Image credit: Chris Murphy Embrace oneness. The deciduous Sissum grows tall enough to touch the clouds and is a silent watcher of time and memory. Image for representative purpose only Image for representative purpose only Boundary-less. The 17th century Kolaba Fort was chosen by Shivaji Maharaj to be fortified after the whole of South Konkan became free. Image credit: Dr. Raju Kasambe Be lost in the right direction. Explore the best of what Nature offers while you trek to uninhabited Sagargad or the nearby forest. Image credit: Jason Schwartz Cattle from all surrounding villages Nageshwar Yatra in the Awas and are brought together and paraded to Varsoli villages. Then there are the accompaniment of bugles and of course the permanent ‘attractions’, drums. Meals are served and eaten for the lack of a better word. together in keeping with the The Kolaba or Kulaba Fort (or as it’s festive mood, and puran poli popularly called, the Alibaug Fort) is is the highlight of the festival. steeped in military history and today is one of the popular tourist destina- tions and a protected monument. The Kolaba or Kulaba Fort (or the Alibaug Fort) is steeped in military history. Shivaji had this sea fort constructed Shivaji had this sea fort back in 1652 and made it one of his constructed in 1652 and chief naval stations at that time. It is at made it one of his a height of 25 feet and is only 2 kms chief naval stations. from the ever so popular Alibaug beach. Apart from the unique position Another occasion of celebration it occupied in history, this fort has is Nag Panchami, when the Snake another interesting feature - despite Rendezvous God is worshipped. Apart from being a part of a saltwater body, inside this, many other small fairs the fort, lives a fresh-water well in its with the skyline. are organised throughout winter full glory. Within the premises, is also and see many visitors from far. a rather old temple dedicated to Lord Usually all or at least, most of them, Ganesha, built by Raghoji Angre in have some traditional background; 1759. The shrine is sacred to the fisher- the most famous of them is the men from the area even today. Whenever you are in the mood for thrills, discover new definitions of adventure. Image credit: Klaus Nahr There are also a few other temples temple devoted to Lord Vitthal and the Alibaug is also a major destinations for delicacies include Kurkuron Bombeel dedicated to Mahishasura and Goddess Tomb of Daud Pir is certainly worth a water sports in Maharashtra. Here, (crispy fried Bombay Duck), Padmavati close by and the carvings of stopover, as is the Revdanda Fort, adventure enthusiasts can indulge in Surmai/Pomfret fry, Kombadi-Wade animals and birds present on the fort located around 17 km from Alibaug. Jet skiing, ATV Sand Biking, Kayaking, with Chicken Curry, Sol-kadhi walls never fail to incite the Also known as Revdanda Aagarkot, Speed Boating, enjoy Fishing, go on (a tangy smooth appetiser), Kelyache imagination of the onlooker.
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