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Nestled on the western coast of India, Dadar and Nagar Haveli is a common destination among travellers. The city is divided into two parts, Dadar which shares a boundary with Gujarat and Haveli which is situated on the edge of Gujarat and Maharashtra. Filled with an abundance of natural beauty and a mesmerizing view of the Western Ghats, Dadar and Nagar Haveli is mostly popular among vacationers and honeymooners.

Capital City: Silvassa

Climate: Tropical wet and dry

Best Month to Visit: November to February

The speciality of Dadar and Nagar Haveli

Lush greenery, Waterfalls, Rich culture, Portuguese architecture, Western Ghats, diverse wildlife, pristine lakes and water activities

Sightseeing Places in Dadar and Nagar Haveli

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Silvassa

Once used to be the major colony of the Portuguese colonial empire, Silvassa has emerged as one of the most popular sightseeing places in Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The place is also known for being home to hidden treasures that attract history enthusiasts from all over the world. Apart from rich culture and history, the place is also popular for its lush greenery and handcrafts which include paintings, and paper crafts.

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Vanganga Lake

Situated in the island garden, the Vanganga Lake is a popular tourist site that boasts its beauty with lush flower beds, green gardens and a beautiful lake. The lake also offers a boating facility to their visitor that allows admiring the beauty while paddling through the beautiful lake.

How to Reach Dadar and Nagar Haveli

Air

The city does not have any airport although tourists can take the flights from two nearest airports Mumbai at 170 km and Surat at 138 km. Tourists can hop onto taxis and private buses to reach their desired destination.

Train

Vapi railway station located on the west of Gujarat is the nearest railway station located at a distance of 18 from the capital city of Silvassa. The station connects the union territory with the rest of the country through all the major express trains.

Road

Being passed on by the National Highway 848A, Dadar and Nagar Haveli can be reached from major cities of India by roadways.

Travel Information

Gifted with an abundance of nature’s bounty the city expresses its beauty with lush green hills, majestic mountains, vastly spread Western Ghats, religious sites and iconic structures that reflect the architectural master class of the colonial era. Spread across 491 sq km of land, Dadar and Nagar Haveli are among the most visited union territories of India that are known for offering serenity and a peaceful environment to their visitors. Vanganga Lake is one of the major attractions of this place It is surrounded by a vibrant garden along with wooden huts and bridges that reflect the architecture of the Japanese.

Dadar and Nagar Haveli are also known for being home to numerous animal and bird species that can be found in the dense forest of the city. Deer, lion, blackbucks, chital deer, woodpecker, peacocks and thrushes are some of the popular animal and bird species that can be sighted in the forests of the city. Dudhni Lake also known as the ‘Kashmir of West’ is a major tourist attraction that offers a variety of water sports including boating, speed boating, kayaking and many more.

Culture and People

The city follows a rich culture with Hinduism being the most followed religion. Kokana, Dhodia, Varlies and Dublas are the major tribes of Dadar Nagar Haveli with each of them following their separate traditions and culture. The people of the tribal areas mostly worship their local deities and believe to have supreme power some of the major deities are Hiwa, Waghio, Himai and Dev. The people are highly skilled in arts and crafts such as bamboo works, leather works and weaving.

Food

Being recognized for its scenic beauty Dadar Nagar Haveli is highly known for its offering of rich cuisines and delicacies that are admired by all lovers of India. Rice is the staple diet of the people accompanied by a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. The majority of the food is highly influenced by Gujarati and Marathi cuisine where mushrooms and bamboo shoots are common ingredients that are used in most of the dishes. Some of the common foods of Dadar and Nagar Haveli include Aamras, Doodhpak, Khatta Mittha Bhaat, Mixed Dal, Bamboo Curry and Ubadiyu.

Festival

Dadar and Nagar Haveli being a union territory is home to several communities which are observed on the eve of festivals and religious events. Festivals are one of the major parts of their traditional culture celebrated by all the tribes and people of the city. The city is known for being host to a variety of festivals including music and film festivals. Diwali, Barash, Masimagam, Holi, and Raksha Bandhan are some of the popular festivals in the city.