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Picture Of The Fortnight

Sadhana Karnad
03/30/2010

Located along the western coast of Maharashtra, Ganpatipule is a small village. Ganpatipule is known for its serene and sedate beaches. The waters of Ganapatipule beaches are blue and the sands, white. The unforgettable fragrance of fruits, flowers and mangroves at Ganpatipule leave you mesmerized. Besides its beautiful beach, Ganpatipule is an important pilgrimage center. The temple of 'Swayambhu Ganapati' at Ganapatipule is known for its unique idol of Lord Ganapati.

Thebaw Palace
The Thebaw Palace was constructed in 1910-11 for the exiled king and queen of Burma (now Myanmar). They lived in this palace from 1911 till their death in 1916. The Thebaw palace tells the story of their five-year stay.



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