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D A D R A   and   N A G A R H A V E L I

Capital        : Silvassa
Districts     : 1
Population  : 220,451 (5th)
Languages  : Marathi, Gujarati

Dadra and Nagar Haveli is a Union Territory in western India. The capital of this territory is Silvassa. Marathi, Hindi and Gujarati are the main languages of this state. The union territory of Darda and Nagar Haveli are surrounded by Gujarat and Maharashtra. Dadra and Nagar Haveli is in the water house of the Daman Ganga River, it flows through the territory. Silvassa town is the main place of this territory and many beautiful places are located in this town. Agriculture is the main occupation of Darda and Nagar Haveli’s people. The main crops are paddy, ragi, wheat . Forestry is the economic resource of this territory. The taxes are very low and there is no excise duty. The climate of this territory very good from November to March months.  A lot of tourists are visits in this time. Tourist Spots to be seen in around Silvassa town and Dadra. The beautiful places are Vanganga lake garden, Hirwavan,T ribal museum etc. Bombay is the nearest airport. The nearest railway station is Vapi via Western Railways, which is about 18 km from Silvassa. Dadra and Nagar Haveli , almost touches the Mumbai (Bombay) - Baroda - Delhi National Highway No.8 (Western Express Highway). Silvassa is about 14 kms, from Bhilad and Vapi.

1.Vanganga LakeGarden

The Vanganga Lake and Island Garden situated at a distance of 5 km from Silvassa. It is a very beautiful lake garden and it’s filled with wooden bridges, the flowers, jogging paths, thatched huts, and paddle boats. The garden is very beautiful and many movie songs are  pictured in this garden. The garden created with central island is connected with bridges in Japanese style.The garden is fully greenery and  boats, fountains, restaurants and jogging track are the main attractions of this garden.  Vanganga lake garden is also a famous tourist spot in silvassa.

Transport :- Easily reach Vanganga LakeGarden by taking regular buses and taxis from Silvassa

2. Hirwavan garden, Piparia

Hirwavan Garden is another tourist attractions in Silvassa . The water play is a theme here and can be seen in the form at roaring waterfall, cascading rivulet, gurgling springs streams all merging in a waterbody. The centrally located garden is popular for visiting.

Transport :- Silvassa is well connected by road .

3. Tribal Museum , Silvassa

Daman has a rich history of tribal culture which is conserved by the Tribal Cultural Museum. This Museum has various artifacts like  hunting tool, tribal fishing gadgets, masks, also life size statues and musical instruments.

Transport :- The local transport auto-rickshaw, taxi are available from Silvassa and reaching will be no problem.

4. Khanvel

Khanvel is situated at a distance of 20 km from Silvassa. The drive to Khanvel is lined with tall trees on both sides of the road. This serene landscape, surrounded by lush green hills, beckons nature lovers with its rolling meadows and native-styled cottages amidst terraced gardens. The calm and gentle Sakartod River flows past Khanvel.

Transport :- The local transport auto-rickshaw, taxi are available from Silvassa to reach this place.

5. Vanvihar Tourist Complex, Chauda

Since there was no accommodation available for the people, the department has created 36 bedded luxury  and Economic class Accommodation at Chauda. The surrounding area has been landscaped and tourist throng in thousands to see and enjoy the location apart from the tourists staying in the complex.  The Department has built a small check dam on the adjoining river Sakartod to operate  boating facilities.

Transport :- 20 Kms from Silvassa . The local transport auto-rickshaw, taxi are available from Silvassa to reach this place.

6.Vandhara Udyan

Vandhara Udyan is an ideal spot for picnic lovers and also for those who love to be around lush gardens. The park has sprawling lawns and special pavilions are built for visitors so that they can enjoy some quiet time there.

Transport :- The local transport auto-rickshaw, taxi are available from Silvassa to reach this place.

7.Portuguese Church
The Portuguese rules over Daman and traces of this colonial rule are still seen in various parts of Silvassa. One of them is the Church where the architecture clearly shows Portuguese style of buildings.

Transport :- The local transport auto-rickshaw, taxi are available from Silvassa to reach this place.

8. Lion Safari, Vasona

Vasona is a 10 km drive from Khanvel. This is home for the Asiatic lion which is a reserve. Visitors can move around this reserve in special vehicles where they can look at the lions.

Transport :- The local transport auto-rickshaw, taxi are available from Silvassa to reach this place.

9.Water sport and tentage complex

Silvassa is blessed with rivers and hence it is also a place where one can enjoy water sports. The Water Sport and Tentage Complex is a 20 km drive from Khanvel and is built on the large waterfront of the Damanganga river. The complex also gives a breathtaking view of the Madhuban Dam.

Transport :- 40 Kms from Silvassa. The local transport auto-rickshaw, taxi are available from Silvassa to reach this place.

10. Bindrabin Temple

Among the religious attractions here is the historic Bindrabin temple dedicated to Lord Shiva locally known as Tadkeshwara. It is situated on the bank of the river Sakartod. Apart of from these tourist spot in Silvassa. Many many tourist attractions palaces and forts in silvassa.

Transport :- 18 Km from Silvassa and 2 Kms from Khanvel. The local transport auto-rickshaw, taxi are available from Silvassa to reach this place.

Chandigarh is the capital of Punjab and Haryana, and it is also a union territory of India. The name of the city is derived from Chandi, mother goddess of power, whose temple Chandimandu is located in this city. Located at the foothills of the popular Shivaliks hills, this popular city is the first planned city of India. Population of this city is about 9,00,914. Hindi and Punjabi are languages of this city. It has two satellite cities, Panchkula and Mohali. Manmohan Singh, Indian prime minister, Kapildev, the famous cricketer, Sabeer bhatia, the founder of hotmail are some of the personalities are born in Chandigarh. It is one of the booming tourist hot spots of India. Large number of tourists visits Chandigarh each year.This place is also popular for its museums, temples, parks and gardens, sightseeing places and some other attractions. List of best tourist places in Chandigarh are in the following,

1. Rock Garden

‘Rock Garden’ consists of various art objects made by using industrial & urban waste. It is located in Sector 1 between the Capitol Complex and Sukhna Lake. It is made in the form of an open-air exhibition hall. It contains the sculptures made by using a variety of different discarded waste materials like frames, mudguards, forks, handle bars, metal wires, play marbles, porcelain, auto parts, broken bangles etc. Many tourists came from different parts of the world to see this amazing garden.

How to Reach

For reaching Rock garden, first we have to reach Chandigarh by road, rail and airways. National Highways No 21 and No 22 connects Chandigarh with other parts of the country. Air-conditioned, deluxe, semi-deluxe or ordinary buses are available to reach Chandigarh through this highways. Trains always running in between Delhi and Chandigarh. Chandigarh is also well connected by Delhi, Leh and Amritsar via air. We can use bus service to reach this rock garden from Chandigarh.

2. Sukhna Lake

‘Sukhna Lake’ is an artificial lake at the foothills of the Shivalik hills. It attracts migratory birds from Siberia and elsewhere. It is a good place for quiet communion with nature and for offering water sports activities like boating, yachting, water skiing, etc. It consists of an eating place, children’s park and children’s train attracts the children. It also consists of a lake club which provide facilities for water sports and recreational activities. We can forget our worries and relax for a while by visiting this place.

How to Reach

Several buses are running in between Chandigarh and other parts of the country through NH 21 and NH 22 national highways. Trains are running between Chandigarh and Delhi. Chandigarh is also well connected by Delhi, Leh and Amritsar via air. After reaching Chandigarh, we have to visit this lake by bus.

3. Rose Garden

‘Zakir Hussain Rose Garden’ is Asia’s largest rose garden, and it is spread over 30 acres of land having over 1600 different species of roses. Fountains and bright lights enhance its beauty at night and provide a breath of fresh air to all tourists in this garden. Every year rose festival is celebrated at this garden. There are lots of competitions, cultural celebrations and many other events are conducted in this festival and many people are visit this festival. It’s one of the great celebrations in the city.

How to Reach

For reaching Rose garden first we have to reach Chandigarh by road, rail and airways. National Highways No 21 and No 22 connects Chandigarh with other parts of the country. Air-conditioned, deluxe, semi-deluxe or ordinary buses are available to reach Chandigarh through this highways. Trains always running in between Delhi and Chandigarh. Chandigarh is also well connected by Delhi, Leh and Amritsar via air. We can use bus service to reach this rose garden from Chandigarh.

4. International dolls museum

‘International Dolls Museum’ in Chandigarh is one of the best museums of India. It contains splendid dolls and puppets gathered from all over the world. It was made for the purpose of entertaining the kids. It serves like an amusement park for children. In this museum, we can find about 250 different kinds of dolls collected from countries like Denmark, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Russia and Korea etc. Toy train is another attraction of this museum.

How to Reach

Several buses are running in between Chandigarh and other parts of the country through NH 21 and NH 22 national highways. Trains are running between Chandigarh and Delhi. Chandigarh is also well connected by Delhi, Leh and Amritsar via air. After reaching Chandigarh, we have to visit this museum by bus or car.

5. Leisure Valley

‘Leisure valley’ is the most beautiful and popular tourist attractive place in Chandigarh. It is like a garland of gardens that beautifies the entire city. It begins from Rajendra Park in Sector 1 that is basically used for long walks, yoga and other fitness workout activities and stretches till the Bougainvillea garden in sector 3. It also covers the rose garden in sector 16. Different kinds of theme gardens are set up in this leisure valley.

How to Reach

For reaching this valley first we have to reach Chandigarh by road, rail and airways. National Highways No 21 and No 22 connects Chandigarh with other parts of the country. Air-conditioned, deluxe, semi-deluxe or ordinary buses are available to reach Chandigarh through this highways. Trains always running in between Delhi and Chandigarh. Chandigarh is well connected by Delhi, Leh and Amritsar via air. Buses and taxis are available to reach this valley from Chandigarh.

6. Capitol Complex

‘Capitol Complex’ consists of 3 major buildings such as Secretariat, the Assembly, and the High Court. Each of 3 buildings is an architectural wonder. These buildings are stand majestically representing themselves as the temples of democracy of free India. These 3 buildings are interlocked to one another

How to Reach

Several buses are running in between Chandigarh and other parts of the country through NH 21 and NH 22 national highways. Trains are running between Chandigarh and Delhi. Chandigarh is also well connected by Delhi, Leh and Amritsar via air. Buses and taxis are available to reach this complex from Chandigarh.

7. The Open Hand

‘Open Hand’ is one of the most significant monuments of the city. It is located in sector 1 in the Capitol Complex. It has been designed in the form of a giant hand made from metal sheets that rotates like a weathercock, indicating the direction of wind. It conveys the social message of peace and unity that is “open to give & open to receive.” It is the city’s official emblem.

How to Reach

Several buses are running in between Chandigarh and other parts of the country through NH 21 and NH 22 national highways. Trains are running between Chandigarh and Delhi. Chandigarh is also well connected by Delhi, Leh and Amritsar via air. After reaching Chandigarh, we can use bus or taxi to see this emblem in Capitol Complex.

8. Temple of Goddess Chandi

‘Chandi mandir’ is a very famous temple located at a distance of about 15 km from the city of Chandigarh. This city got its name from Chandi Mandir. It is devoted to the goddess of power. This wonderful temple is believed to be ancient and has great importance for the Hindus. During some special occasions like ‘Navratras’, thousands of devotees visit this temple with friends and relatives.

How to Reach

For reaching this temple first we have to reach Chandigarh by road, rail and airways. National Highways No 21 and No 22 connects Chandigarh with other parts of the country. Air-conditioned, deluxe, semi-deluxe or ordinary buses are available to reach Chandigarh through this highways. Trains always running in between Delhi and Chandigarh. It is well connected by Delhi, Leh and Amritsar via air. Buses and taxis are available to reach this temple which is 15 km from Chandigarh.

9. Botanical Gardens

‘Botanical gardens’ are one of the main tourist attraction places of this beautiful city. There are two botanical gardens in Chandigarh, one located in the Punjab University and another between the Rock Garden and Sukhna Lake in Sector 1. The botanical garden of Punjab University has distinctive varieties of plants. We can also find gorgeous lotus flowers here. The botanical garden that lies between the rock garden and Sukhna Lake is spread on an area of 88 acres. It contains the rare species of plants and small lily pools.

How to Reach

Several buses are running in between Chandigarh and other parts of the country through NH 21 and NH 22 national highways. Trains are running between Chandigarh and Delhi. Chandigarh is also well connected by Delhi, Leh and Amritsar via air. We can use bus or taxi to reach this place from Chandigarh.

10. Government Museum and Art Gallery

‘The Government Museum and Art Gallery’ is renowned as one of the best museums in Chandigarh for its collection of stone sculptures, miniature paintings, decorative arts and coins. It is a perfect place for viewing the prehistoric fossils and artifacts. We can also find beautiful miniature paintings over here. It also has a spacious reference library to meet the intellectual needs of scholars and students.

How to Reach

For reaching this museum first we have to reach Chandigarh by road, rail and airways. National Highways No 21 and No 22 connects Chandigarh with other parts of the country. Air-conditioned, deluxe, semi-deluxe or ordinary buses are available to reach Chandigarh through this highways. Trains always running in between Delhi and Chandigarh. It is well connected by Delhi, Leh and Amritsar via air. We can take a cycle rickshaw or a local bus or taxi to reach this place from Chandigarh railway station and airport.