Dadra & Nagar Haveli
About Dadra & Nagar Haveli
With the hills of the Western Ghats and surrounding lush greenery, it is an ideal indulgence into the wild side for a tourist and its Portuguese heritage makes it famous amongst the history enthusiasts as well.Located in the southern region of Gujarat and close to Vapi, Silvassa is the capital of the union territory Dadra and Nagar Haveli and is famous for its greenery, exotic resorts, industries and tax – free alcohol. Silvassa is a treat for adventure enthusiasts with several water parks based activities available to its visitors. It is also a paradise for those looking for handmade products. Kilvani Road is the main market in Silvassa where handmade products like Warli paintings and paper bags are sold. People who love to experiment with food have a wide range of options available to them at the restaurants in Silvassa, mainly focusing on the local Gujarati cuisine along with international cuisines including Italian, Chinese etc.
Things to Do
Lion Safari Wildlife Park
True to its name, this park is mostly visited for the lion safaris here. It is a part of the Dadra and Nagar Haveli Wildlife Sanctuary, spreading over an area of 25 hectares. It is also home to the Asiatic Lion.
Vanganga Lake
Vanganga Lake situated amidst the Island Gardens offers paddle boat rides for its visitors as well as a peaceful setting with flowerbeds and lush green gardens around the lake. The eateries on the shores are a major magnet for visitors to have something to munch on whilst admiring the beauty of this setting.
Island Garden
Placed around a lake, this place can leave you spellbound for hours with its quaint wooden bridges, pretty thatched huts and paddle boat rides. The sea of flowers and the path within it provide an enjoyable track for joggers and health freaks.The setting of this site is so perfect that it has been used multiple times in Bollywood movies as well.
Tribal Museum
The Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli is predominantly inhabited by the tribes of the region. The museum showcases their ornaments, musical instruments, fishing and hunting gadgets, agricultural and house hold articles and several other artifacts.The tribal way of life is displayed through life size models, wedding dresses and photographs of eventful ceremonies. The museum is popular with the tourists as it offers the glimpse of the native tribes and their vibrant culture under one roof.
Dudhani
40 kms away from Silvassa, the capital of the union territory of Dadar and Nagar Haveli, Dudhani is a large lake that has emerged as a popular tourist attraction in recent years. The construction of Madhuban dam on the Daman Ganga has resulted in the formation of a waterfront in Dudhani, taking advantage of which, the tourism department of Dadar and Nagar Haveli has invested in making Dudhani a popular destination for water sports. It is popular among the residents of Mumbai, Surat, Valsad and Vapi. The scenic landscape, water sports and the opportunity to closely know and interact with the native tribes of Dadar and Nagar Haveli. If all of this makes up for a good holiday plan for you, Dudhani is the place to be. Every year a huge number of tourists visit the place for adventure spots in the enchanting landscape of Dudhani.
Shopping
Shopping is one of the topmost things to do in Silvassa. The markets around town are popular for handicrafts and handmade products. Tourists generally tend to buy adorable paper bags and Warli paintings. Other products include bamboo crafts, palm-leaf mats, caved smoking pipes etc.