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Chiplun is a town located on the bank of River Vashishthi in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. The town is popular for its pharmaceutical and chemical industries. The town of Chiplun has mythological significance and is believed to be the vicinity of Lord Parshurama" who was the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The town is a valley which is a popular monsoon destination and is renowned for its captivating and compelling natural beauty and the waterfalls and the lush green hills of the Western Ghats enhances the beauty of the place. Apart from its natural beauty, the place is also a great adventure destination and the valley features adventure activities like boating on the Vashishthi River and trekking. The major spots for sightseeing include Swatsada waterfall, Gowalkot Fort and Walvalkar Shivaji Museum.