Magnetic Observatory , Alibaug
About Magnetic Observatory
- Magnetic Observatory is an interesting place to visit. It shares the reputation of being one of the primary observatories around the world and has been providing significant and incessant record of geomagnetic observations. The Indian navy , Air Stations of Indian Coast Guard and Pawanhans Helicopter Limited have their compasses calibrated at this observatory. The observatory also calibrates the magnetic instruments of the institute of geophysical research and Survey of India.
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Imagicaa Amusement Theme Park, Maharashtra
0 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
Imagicaa, located near Khopoli in Maharashtra, is one of India’s premier entertainment destinations. This theme park, water park, and snow park...
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Kanakeshwar Devasthan, Maharashtra
0.5 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
Kanakeshwar Devasthan (13 kms) is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and houses a towering majestic 54 Ft Idol. The temple is very...
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Nagoba Mandir, Maharashtra
0.7 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
Nagoba Mandir (16 kms) also called the snake temple resonates the popular belief across several temples in Uttrakhand, that of revisiting the...
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Kolaba Fort, Maharashtra
0.8 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
Kolaba fort is a 300 yrs old marine fort , a star attraction at Alibaug was built by Maharaja Chhatrapati Shivaji and is tucked 2 kms into the...
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Alibaug Beach, Maharashtra
0.8 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
Alibaug beach has the blackest sand and has bustling local crowd in the evenings thronging the food stalls lining the sea side. Kolaba Fort is...
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Kanhoji Angre Samadhi, Maharashtra
0.8 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
Kanhoji Angre was a notable Navy Chief of the Maratha Navy in the 18th century. He fought against the British, Dutch and Portugese. Despite the...
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Pushkarna Kund, Maharashtra
1.2 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
Pushkarna Kund might not be a tourists delight for the larger lot but the eerie desolate deserted water tank does not share a very favorable...
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Vrindavan Farm, Maharashtra
1.2 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
Vrindavan Farm is a retreat for fruit lovers and flora enthusiasts near Kanakeshwar. It has a farm spread over a sprawling area of 28 acres with...
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Varsoli Beach, Maharashtra
2.4 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
Varsoli Beach is a prominent base of the Indian Navy. A relatively quiet place not much frequented, lined with coconut trees .The beach has clear...
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Khanderi Fort, Maharashtra
*5.6 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
Khanderi Fort and Undheri Forts are both island forts with access to them from the Thai beach, separated by a distance of 300 mtrs. One needs to...
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Akshi Beach, Maharashtra
7.4 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
Akshi beach is a perfect weekend getaway for people looking for a quality time away from crowds. There are several resorts nearby which offer a...
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Nagaon Beach, Maharashtra
9.1 km from Magnetic Observatory - See map
On the shores of the Arabian Sea in the region of Maharashtra lays an Immensely romantic and friendly Nagaon Beach. The beach is popularly known...
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