When we talk about the beaches around Pune we cannot forget to mention the spectacular beaches of Ganpatiphule which is small place having around hundred houses comes under Ratnagiri District in Maharashtra state. It is counted as one of the best beaches in the Konkan region because of the serenity of this small but charismatic village. Ganpatiphule is also recognised as the birth place of a great Indian leader and freedom contributor Shri Lokmanya Tilak. As the other places in India usually have a mythological story attached to them this town also has an interesting story. If believed it says that Hindu lord Ganpati from Gule had come to a place called Phule after a lady has made some unpleasant remark. Thus this place named after him and called Ganpatipule.It is said that the idol of Ganpati situated in the temple has emerged from the soil and said to be around four hundred years old. The idol is west facing unlike other idols in different temples in the state. You can connect it like the divine god is protecting the western cost. The temple situated at the bottom of the hills is very beautifully carved in red and peach colour having golden Shikhar. For completing a round (pradakshina) around the temple devotees go around the hill.The sea shore of Ganpatipule is exceptionally beautiful and the flora here seems to be adding charm to its beauty. Other than flora one can notice the beautiful spread of coconut trees and mangroves here. The sunsets and sunrise are the magnificent to be watched peacefully. The beaches here are quite clean and the sand looks silvery when the sun rays touch them on a clear day. The water waves seem to be in their full youth as they are ready to play with you. You can definitely enjoy the peacefulness along with the everlasting music of currents. If you are not satisfied with this natural water sport in the crystal clear sea water then there is another option for you to indulge adventurously and that is paragliding which is a perfect sport for adventure lovers and sports enthusiast.Though the town is very small but the holy shrine, beaches and natural delight of the place has attracted many visitors of all ages to Ganpatiphule and thus it has become a favourite tourist spot among beach lovers as well as devotees of Swaymbhu Ganpati.Best time to visitThough the weather is pleasant always but in winter is the best time to visit that is between October and February. This time the sun is not very hot during peak time. One can enjoy the entire day outside.Language spokenAs the region comes in Maharashtra state that is why it is obvious that Marathi being the language widely spoken here. Hindi and English languages are understood by people here.AccommodationDue to vast number of tourists visiting the place many hotels and luxury resorts have born in and around the area to make the stay comfortable. There is an MTDC (Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation) resort also to help tourists get proper accommodation at reasonable prices.It can serves as a memorable weekend getaway for family, friends and senior citizens.The distance from Pune to Ganpatiphule depends upon the route chosen. The approximate distance is 331 kilometres.Transportation This place is well connected by road from nearby cities like Pune, Mumbai, Kolhapur and Ratnagiri. There is no railway station here. The nearest railway station and airport is Ratnagiri.Route from Pune to GanpatiphulePune > Mulshi > Mangaon >Mahad > Khed >Chiplun >Nivali Phata >GanpatiphuleRuchi Mahajan