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Khed, Ratnagiri
Khed (Pronunciation: [kʰeːɖ]) is a municipal council in the Ratnagiri district of the state of Maharashtra, India. Khed town is situated on the Mumbai - Ratnagiri Highway.
Khed is the headquarters of Khed taluka which connects the district administration with the village administration.
Khed is located at 17°43′N 73°23′E / 17.72°N 73.38°E. It has an average elevation of 25 metres (82 feet). Alphonso mangoes are grown in the area around the town. Khed lies between Kashedi Ghat and Bhoste Ghat. The region surrounding the town is mostly mountainous.
The Jagbudi River is a large river located in the area. Raghuveer ghat is mainly use for picnic spots.[citation needed]
The town is a melting pot of cultures, where traditional Maharashtrian customs blend seamlessly with modern influences. Festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, Holi, Eid and Christmas are celebrated with great enthusiasm and vigor, bringing the community together in joyous harmony. The local cuisine, characterized by its use of coconut, rice, and seafood, offers a delightful culinary experience that reflects the region's coastal heritage.
'Raj Yuva Mahostav' & 'JCI festival' (Mela) is also organized in Khed once every year.
Shimaga (Holi) and Ganapati are Konkan's favorite festivals. Gauri-Ganpati festival is celebrated with cheer and enthusiasm all over the taluka.
Ram Navmi festival is celebrated in Laxmi Narayan Temple. It is celebrated for 10 days starting from Gudi Padva.
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Khed, Ratnagiri
Khed (Pronunciation: [kʰeːɖ]) is a municipal council in the Ratnagiri district of the state of Maharashtra, India. Khed town is situated on the Mumbai - Ratnagiri Highway.
Khed is the headquarters of Khed taluka which connects the district administration with the village administration.
Khed is located at 17°43′N 73°23′E / 17.72°N 73.38°E. It has an average elevation of 25 metres (82 feet). Alphonso mangoes are grown in the area around the town. Khed lies between Kashedi Ghat and Bhoste Ghat. The region surrounding the town is mostly mountainous.
The Jagbudi River is a large river located in the area. Raghuveer ghat is mainly use for picnic spots.[citation needed]
The town is a melting pot of cultures, where traditional Maharashtrian customs blend seamlessly with modern influences. Festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, Holi, Eid and Christmas are celebrated with great enthusiasm and vigor, bringing the community together in joyous harmony. The local cuisine, characterized by its use of coconut, rice, and seafood, offers a delightful culinary experience that reflects the region's coastal heritage.
'Raj Yuva Mahostav' & 'JCI festival' (Mela) is also organized in Khed once every year.
Shimaga (Holi) and Ganapati are Konkan's favorite festivals. Gauri-Ganpati festival is celebrated with cheer and enthusiasm all over the taluka.
Ram Navmi festival is celebrated in Laxmi Narayan Temple. It is celebrated for 10 days starting from Gudi Padva.
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