(^14) Despite the humid weather, the day was good, and the scenery along the
Konkan Coast was beautiful. After cycling forty-five kilometres, Amanda felt
weak and chose to take a tuk-tuk (auto-rickshaw) to the next village.
In Murud, we planned to camp on the beach, but the high tide made it
impossible to pitch a tent. While looking for a suitable spot, a fellow cyclist from
Hungary joined us. Together, we found a semi-official camping spot in
someone's yard.
Murud - Harihareshwar – 55 km
From the coastal village of Murud, a five-kilometre bicycle ride led us to the
historic Janjira Fort, a spectacular fortress perched on a small island just off the
coast. To reach it, I took a delightful 15-minute sail on a traditional dhow. While I
eagerly explored the fort's imposing high walls and the remnants of its old
cannons, Amanda found a cosy spot at the harbour, choosing to relax and soak
in the views.
Back on the mainland at Janjira, we hopped on a ferry that took us across the
river to Dighi, where our route extended further south. Feeling unwell from the
sweltering heat and possibly the water , Amanda decided to hail a tuk-tuk for
some much-needed respite.
Meanwhile, I continued biking along a rugged and hilly path that led to the
temple and beach town of Harihareshwar. The scorching heat made the sharp
climbs particularly challenging for a novice, and I couldn't help but feel a sense
of relief that Amanda had chosen to take a ride in the tuk-tuk.
leana
(Leana)
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