Sightseeing Highlights:
There are many beautiful lakes around the city. Yeur Hills is an ideal getaway from the city rush. Titwala (45 km) is pilgrim centre with Maha Ganesh Temple and Temple of Shri Vithoba. The 11th century Ambarnath Temple is nearby. Bhiwandi (40 kms) is famous for its hot water springs and the 800 year-old temple.
The ancient port and ruins at Kalyan, Tikuji-Ni-Wadi, the Portuguese ruins at Bassein or Vasai and Kashi and Mira the two scenic villages are great places for excursions. Jawhar Palace known for Dadara Kopra Falls, Jai Vilas Palace of the tribal kings also home to Warli paintings, and the picturesque Shirpamal and Matheran Hills (80 km) at an altitude of 800m, are interesting places to visit.
The many beautiful beaches at Gorai, Aksa, Madh, and Marve and sea-side destinations like Alibaug, Chawl, Manori, and Murud-Janjira are worth visiting.
Activities:
Boating and water scooters at Essel World the amusement park at Masunda Talao, Water Kingdom next door, and Water World near Virar with slides, splashes, swimming pool and disco are ideal family getaways. Tansa wildlife sanctuary is a must see for the nature lovers.
Tourism info:
Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation Ltd.
Express Tower, Nariman Point
Mumbai-21
Tel.:22024482
Thane is an industrial town situated on the western banks of Thane creek that was frequented by ships since ancient times. It has been a hub of economic activity since medieval times due to its location. Thane, which means 'station' in Marathi was also known as Sthanaka, the capital of the Shilahara kings. Many travellers, including Venetian explorer Marco Polo, described the bustling trade at its well-developed port, and the cultural diversity of its people. Historically Thane has been ruled by the Portuguese, Marathas and the British. The first railway train in India ran from Bombay VT to Thane in 1853.
The city is bounded by the Parsik hills and Yeour hills on the east and west. It lies north of Mumbai and northwest of Maharashtra state. The region features all types of landforms, from the Jawahar Mokhade plateau to the Sahyadri ranges, and coastal plains and river basins. |
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