Sindhudurg is a fortress which occupies an islet in the Arabian sea just off the coast Maharashtra. The fortress lies on the shore of Malvan town of Sindhudurg district in the Konkan region of Maharashtra south Mumbai. It was once a strong naval base of the Maratha rulers and the Sindhudurg fort bears testimony to the Maratha supremacy and power especially during the reign of Shivaji. Sindhudurg is famous for its serene and beautiful beaches temples historical forts and folk art forms like Dashavtar Chitrakathi Pangul Keertan and Dhangiri dance. The most famous attraction here is the Sindhudurg fort from which the town gets its name.
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