Dapoli taluka is called as the “Mini Mahabaleshwar” because of its cool climate throughout the year. Dapoli is separated from the Sayhadri range by the Khed taluka. Dapoli has a seaboard of 50 km which stretches from Burondi, Kelshi to Dabhol. The coastline differs little in its general characteristics from that of other parts of Kokan. It is densely covered by coconut farms. The principal rivers are Bharja in the north and Vashishthi in the south. There is also a small river called Jog which flows through Sarang, Tadil and into the
Dapoli is surrounded by villages such as Anjarle, Harne, Sarang, Bhopan, Dabhol, Unhavare, Jaalgaon, Gimhavane, Asud, Vanand, Kherdi, Karde, Murud, Pangari Dabhil, Umberghar, Unaware … etc
Dapoli taluka is a good place to enjoy because of nice weather due to height, beaches, forts, temples, and caves. That is why it can be best described as a place where a hill station and a beach come together.
From historic point of view Dapoli is also the city which gave birth to many historic idols like Lokmanya Tilak, Sane Guruji , Maharshi Dhondo Keshav Karve , Rangler Paranjape … etc. Dapoli was also a military camp for the British soldiers.
Dapoli is also famous for education; it is a home of well-known agriculture institute Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Kokan Krishi Vidyapeeth and also has many other educational societies.
There are many Mango trees in Dapoli and near villages. There are also many Kaju and fanas trees in Dapoli Taluka.
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