How to Reach Dadra and Nagar Haveli

» Airways : Dadra and Nagar Haveli does not have an airport of its own. The nearest airport is the Mumbai International Airport (180 kms). Taxis can be hired to reach Dadra and Nagar Haveli from Mumbai.

» Roadways : National Highway passes through the state, connecting it with other cities in and around the region.

» Railways : The Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli has two significant railheads at Vapi and Bhilad. The railways connect Dadra and Nagar Haveli to other parts of India.

Key Attraction

Day One : Silvassa
» Stop 1 : Havelis
A cluster of ancient forts and havelis await you at Silvassa. The structures present before you a major chunk of history and an insight into the past. Gauging these are an important means of picking up the past and witnessing the local culture.

» Stop 2: Vanvihar Tourist Complex
An abounding land of rolling meadows, gardens with terrace and wooded hills, Vanvihar's main attraction is Tribal Cultural Museum, a Cactii garden and a Deer Park. The thatched huts of Tribals add a rustic touch to the existing locality.

» Stop 3: Madhuban
Built across river Damanganga, the Madhuban dam project is an excellent place to catch a glimpse of the natural beauty of the place.

» Stop 4: Vanganga Garden
5 kms away from the main town of Silvassa is an unparalleled natural creation of thatched hut, lakes, sea of flowers, jogging paths and paddled boats. A picturesque surrounding, it remains thronged with tourists all round the year.

» Stop 5: Lion Safari,Vasona
Entry Fee : Rs 25 adult, Rs 10 children
Timings : 9 am to 5 pm
Closed on Mondays An attempt for creation of preserving endangered wildlife species, this is twenty hectares of endeavor in Vasona. Drive along the trails of the park and catch the lions in their humblest and natural demeanor.

Day Two : Amli
» Stop 1 : Tribal Culture Museum
Masks, musical apparatus, fishing gadgets, life size statues and many other interesting stuff gives you a feel of being in a tribal land. The tribal museum is graced with a unique collection of present and past tribes.

» Stop 2: Pipriya Udyan
Dadra and Nagar Haveli is adorned with disparate attractions, one of these being the Pipriya Udyan. The park boasts of inordinate beauty with its gurgling waterfalls, mini kiosks and gardens ornated with a sea of unique flowers. A consummate feast to eyes, Pipriya Udyan is a worthy place to be at.

» Stop 3 : Church of Lady Of Peity
This church is situated just a few meters ahead of the Tribal Culture Museum. Constructed and consecrated in the year 1897, the church is a rarefied portugese product.

Shopping Places

For the discerning shoppers, Dadra and Nagar Haveli has many of its delights hidden in its charming villages. The must include on a shopper's list are hnadicrafts and unique curios along with tribal handicrafs. Bamboo and cane products along with masks are available in every srteet and corner of Dadra and Nagar Haveli.

Go there for!!!

» Eco-tourism, Wildlife Safari
» Tribal Culture
» Crafts and handicraft shopping
» Tribal Museum
» Resort Vacations
» River Cruise