In the hot summer everyone looks out for a relaxing place that is refreshing as well as can relive one from the hot temperature of summer season. I have got just the right place for you. This place not very far from Mumbai and I personally feel that you will enjoy a lot here. The name of this place is Saputara situated just few kilometres away from the Gujarat Maharashtra border line. It is a hill station or I should say the only hill station in the state of Gujarat located in Dang district of Gujarat in the Southern part of the state. this only hill station of Gujarat at a height of 1000 feet has everything that one can imagine from dense woods, lakes, waterfalls, gardens, natural surroundings to rope way. A very well planned hill station with all modern amenities attracts good number of tourists who want to beat heat in summer season because at this place the maximum temperature does not go above 300c even in summer. The cool climate is the favourite of all of us, isn’t it? Unpolluted stunning forest area and plenty of natural beauty makes the place feel like paradise and is definitely a perfect spot for enjoying your vacation in the lap of nature.It is actually spread on a plateau amidst the Dang forest area of Sahyadri mountain range. The word Saputara literally means the Abode of Serpents. It might be possible that this area must have good population of serpents but do not worry it is quite safe today. There is an image of Serpent can be seen at the Sarpganaga River. It is worshipped by the tribals of the region on special occasions like Holi. As I earlier said that this hill station is well planned which means it has all necessary amenities to keep you busy and enjoyable during your stay here like comfortable hotels, swimming pool, gardens, ropeway, boat club, theatre, museum, etc.Some of the main attractions in and around Saputara are as follows:
- The Saputara Lake is the centre of attraction here. This splendid lake is surrounded by lush greenery making it majestic experience to sail in the lake. You can choose from row boats or paddle boats to enjoy the serene lake.
- There is an Artist Village to explore and buy the artefacts like warli paintings of tribal region. You can also try some by your hands here. It is a good place to get to know the culture, arts and crafts of the region.
- There are sunrise and sunset points to enjoy the complete breath taking valley and dense forest view in two different modes. These points actually can be explored at any point of time of day as they are more like valley view points.
- The Pushpak Rope way here is quite fascinating for young and old equally. The stunning views of Saputara can be enjoyed through this ropeway. It is considered the longest ropeway of country.
- Just 52 km away from Saputara are the famous Gira Falls which are in their majestic appearance especially during monsoon must be explored.
Apart from these you can also visit the gardens here like Rose Garden, Step Garden, Lake Garden, etc.If you are wild life enthusiast you must visit Vansda National Park spread over an area of 24 sq km. Here you can spot tiger, leopard, pangolin, Rusty Spotted Cat, python, giant squirrel, four horned antelope, etc. it was previously a personal forest area of King of Vansda but later on converted into a wild life park. You need to take permission in advance from Chief Wild Life Warden before making the visit. Another sanctuary here is Purna Sanctuary spread on 160 sq km of area at a distance of 60 km from Dang in the dense moist deciduous forest area of Western Ghat of state of Gujarat. It is a good place for trekking enthusiasts. Permission is required here.Mahal Badripura Forest offers the best experience of Wild Life Sanctuary at a distance of 60 km from Saputara can be visited.Best time to visit SaputaraThe actual magic of the natural magnificence of Saputara comes alive during and after monsoon. Though the cool and stable climate invites visitors all through the year but still I would suggest that from March to November is the best time to explore this place.Where to stay?There are hotels, resorts, cottages, log huts to stay in Saputara.Where to eat?There are several good restaurants in the town to satisfy your hunger.Local transportBuses, rented local jeeps are the main transport facility in the area.AccessibilityBy airSurat Airport – 172 kmMumbai international airport – 225 kmBy RailBilimora – 80 kmBy RoadBuses ply from Chikhli, Bilimore, Nasik, SuratDistance of Saputara fromSurat – 172 kmNasik – 80 kmMumbai – 280 kmBilimore – 80 kmMaharashtra border – 4 kmRUCHI MAHAJANзайм на карту без отказов круглосуточновзять кредит онлайн