Raigad District – A Glorious Confluence of History, Nature, Culture and Development
                            Raigad district is a district in the Konkan region of Maharashtra with a unique confluence of natural beauty, historical splendor, rich cultural tradition and industrial progress. With the blue coastline of the vast Arabian Sea in the west, the towering mountain ranges of the Sahyadri in the east, valleys covered with green forests, roaring rivers and picturesque villages nestled in the lap of nature, Raigad district has a special place on the geographical and cultural map of Maharashtra. Earlier known as ‘Kulaba’, this district was named ‘Raigad’ after the Raigad Fort, the capital of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s Swarajya. This name itself embodies the self-respect, bravery and glorious history of Maharashtra. The history of Raigad district is rich in valor, independence, folk culture and historical heritage.