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PLACES OF INTEREST
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ADUR
Adur or Borya (Guhagar T.; 17° 20' N, 73° 10' E; p. 3,644), is
a minor port mid-way between the mouths of the Vasishthi and the Shastri rivers. Protected by the bold and conspicuous headland of Adur 360 feet above sea level, it is a safe anchorage during northerly gales. In former years it was a place of call for coasting steamers.
The volume of goods traffic that passed through the port in 1954-55 and 1955-56 is given below:-
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Imports |
Exports |
(tons) |
(tons) |
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1954-55 |
714 |
226 |
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1955-56 |
866 |
142 |
On the top of the hill, overlooking the bay, is a trigonometrical survey station. Close by to the north is a temple of Durgadevi. Situated on a high plateau it commands the sea and gives a clear view into it for many miles. Of late this site is becoming popular as a picnic spot. All big vessels anchor at a distance of 200 feet from the jetti constructed in the year 1959.
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