Divisions
Ratnagiri district consists of 9 talukas and 7 Vidhan Sabha constituencies.
Population
Ratnagiri district has a population of around 16,96,777 (2001 census).
g to Ratnagiri is easy and convenient. The nearest airport is located at Ratnagiri, at a distance of 50 kilometers. The nearest railhead to Ratnagiri is Kolhapur.
Apart from air and rail access, the district of Ratnagiri is well-connected by roadways with all the major cities and towns such as Kolhapur, Mumbai and Pune. NH-17 passes through the district.
Accommodation
As is common with any popular tourist destination, travelers will find a number of accommodations in Ratnagiri according to their choice, mood and budget. Some of the popular hotels in Ratnagiri include: Kohinoor Samudra Beach Resort (Bhatye Beach)
- Kamats Murud Beach Resorts (Dapoli)
- Hotel Landmark (Ratnagiri)
- Manas Hotel (Guhagar)
- The Riverview Resort (Chiplun)
- Hotel Sai Kripa (Ratnagiri)
- Silver Sand Beach Resort
Some of the famous attractions of Ratnagiri include
- Beaches on the coastline of Konkan
- Ganapatipule
- Murud Janjira
- Parashuram Temple
Shopping
Shopping in Ratnagiri can be a favorite pastime for the travelers. The district is famous for high-quality horticultural fruits, especially for the royal mangoes.
Last Updated on : 25/04/2013
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