Ganesh is a small temple to Shiva. There are many rumors about the origins of this temple, but unfortunately there is no evidence to shed a light on it. Many fables claim the temple's creation traces back to the 12th century, and the old structure of the temple was made completely out of wood. The temple's administration has been with the ‘Nitsure’ family from the year 1630. As per the fables, this temple was at the seashore in the ancient days. The same seashore was home to two other temples of Ajayrayleshwar and Siddhivinayak. Products Ajarle is known for producing Alphanso mangoes and cashew nuts, which are available from April through May. Other products include watermelons, pickles, jackfruit chips and from various places throughout the year. Industries The economy of the Anjarle village revolves around agriculture, travel and tourism, food processing (canning of mango pulp). Festivals From February to May, Anjarle hosts a festival called the Turtle Festival, where young hatchlings of olive ridley sea turtles are released back into the ocean. During January and February (during the Hindu month of Magh) a festival of Ganapati is celebrated at Kadyavaril Ganapati temple. In March, Ajarle holds a Holi festival at which the game is played. Jatra is held at Durga temple in April and May. Ganpati is held in September. Ram Navami is also celebrated on a large scale. References Villages in Ratnagiri district