Notorious ‘Nila’. Brilliant ‘Blue Gold’. Ink Indigo. A color with a language all its own. A puzzle, with pieces strewn across many borders. A way of life for some.

Cruise down the winding roads that cut through the hills to get an uninterrupted view of the sea. And as you journey along the rustic terrain, feast your eyes on the changing landscapes that go from lush green on the one hand, to sunsets of blushing pink and fiery orange over the ocean on the other. Many a traveler’s notes paint a lucid picture of magnificent ruined forts, paradisiacal beaches and charming fishing villages dotted along the Konkan Coast, where locals welcome you with open arms and mesmerize you with village folklore.