Indian States
Places
Of Interest
Vanganga
Lake and Island Lake, Dadra
It is a lovely lake garden, where more than 25 Hindi feature films
have been picturised. The rustic wooden bridges, jogging pa ths,
thatched huts and paddle boats make it an ideal picnic spot.
Vandhara
Udyan, Silvassa
A riverside park with beautifully laid lawns, perfect for picnic
- buffs. Quaint pavilions provide shelter to visitors.
Pipariya
Udyan, Silvassa
This park with roaring waterfalls, misty cascades, rustic stone
walls, twin arches, tiny kiosks and vast emerald lawns, is really
a delight to behold.
Mini
Zoo, Silvassa
The mini zoo has colourful birds, snakes, monkeys and crocodiles.
For children, there are other attractions in the form of swings,
seasaws, slides and merry-go-rounds.
Tribal
Cultural Museum, Silvassa
This museum has masks, hunting tools, fishing gadgets, musical instruments
and life - size statues.
Vanvihar
Tourist Complex, Khanvel
Khanvel is a 20 km drive from Silvassa, and surrounded by lush green
hills, with the beautiful Sakartod river flowing through. The cottages
in this complex are designed in the native style. The complex also
has a deer park, and a green house.
Tourist
Complex, Dudhani
Another 20 km drive from Khanvel, is Dudhani where the large waterfront
of river Damanganga, provides a breathtaking view of the water-spread
of Madhuban Dam. Adventurers can kayak, canoe and speed boat. For
trekking enthusiasts, nature trails have been specially laid out
to take them, right into the heart of the forest. |