Sawantwadi — Travel Guide
Sawantwadi is a taluka in the Sindhudurg district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The taluka headquarters is Sawantwadi which has a municipal council, which is a local civic body. Sawantwadi was formerly the capital of the Kingdom of Sawantwadi, ruled by the Sawant Bhonsle royal clan of the Marathas. Sawantwadi was known as Sundurwadi. The name Sawantwadi came into usage because of the surname of the state's ruling family of Khem-Sawants. The palace was earlier located on Narendra hill. Sawantwadi is known for its wooden toys and models thanks to an active woodcraft industry. It is also becoming a major tourist attraction. Sawantwadi also serves as one of the gateways to Goa. Sawantwadi is surrounded by the Western Ghats on the east and the Arabian Sea on the west.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
Nearest airport is Belgaum at 64 km.
By Train
Nearest railway station is Sawantwadi at 28 km on Konkan Railway.
Shopping in Sawantwadi is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Sawantwadi to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Sawantwadi means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Sawantwadi is the most important activitie
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