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TOP 10 PLACES TO VISIT IN DADRA & NAGAR HAVELI

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• published: 30 Oct 2015
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Dadra & Nagar Haveli offers days that start with the rustling sounds of palm trees and finish with orange sunsets. Nagar Haveli is wedged between Maharashtra and Gujarat, whereas Dadra is an enclave 1 km NW, surrounded by Gujarat. The main city is Silvassa, an ideal destination for a holiday close to nature. 1) Vanganga Lake Garden The Vanganga Lake Garden is about 5 km away from the capital city of Silvassa. Spread across acres of greenery, it is a well maintained park with jogging tracks, Japanese style wooden bridges and thatched huts here and there. The huge lake in the garden has an island at the center, which stands connected to the garden by a bridge. 2) Silvassa Vasona Lion Safari One of the major attractions of Silvassa, it is about 10km away from the capital city and is spread over twenty acres. The Lion Safari Wildlife Park is enclosed in a wildlife sanctuary with a wall built around it. Visitors are driven in vans that are fitted with net mesh screens to admire the majestic Asiatic lions in their natural habitat. 3) Madhuban Dam A dam with boating facility, built across River Daman Ganga and offering excellent views. Water sports apart, the views of the dense forests around are stunning. The site has luxurious tents where you have cooking facilities too. 4) Tribal Cultural Museum A trip to any destination is never complete without visiting the places that highlight the history of the place and its past and present lifestyle. The museum has a collection of hunting tools, traditional jewelry and musical instruments used by the tribals. This is also the right place for you to acquire souvenirs to preserve the memories of your visit to Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Handcrafts made by the tribals are exquisite and will serve as an excellent reminder of your tour. 5) Nakshatra Garden At this unique astrology-based garden which includes several components like the Nakshatra van, Raashi van, Grah van and a medicinal plant section, visitors are fascinated with the sight of colourful shrubs, crisscrossing footpaths and kiosks for sitting. Both the children play section and the centrally located garden, are extremely popular with the visitors. 6) Deer Park Situated on the Khanvel-Silvassa road, the wildlife sanctuary boasts of a variety of deer species like Sambhar, Chital, Nilgai, among others, along with a diverse bird population of Peacocks, Paradise Fly-catcher, Flameback Woodpecker and more. Inside the park, there is a watch tower from where one can get an amazing panoramic view of the entire Satmalia Park as well as the distant Madhuban Dam. 7) Dudhni Lake This large water front is surrounded by small hillocks. This is a perfect place for a day’s outing with family and friends. The shining water with lush green surroundings and is an appeal to the visitor’s eye. Famously referred to as the ‘Kashmir of the West’, the lake is formed by the waters of Madhuban reservoir. 8) Church of Our Lady of Piety A reminder of Portuguese rule in the land, Church of Our Lady of Piety was built during 18th century. It is situated opposite Tribal Museum. The stone made church has amazing arches at the outside and well constructed interiors. 9) Bindrabin Temple It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is located on the banks of River Sakartoda and is also known as Tadkeshwara temple by the locals. The atmosphere relaxes you and you can make yourself more comfortable in one of the three cottages set up by the Department of Silvassa tourism. You can find an eatery too. Children can indulge in the recreational area near the temple. 10) Hirwa Van Garden The Garden is a man made wonder and words fall short while describing its beauty and splendor. This an ideal vacation spot and is situated on Silvassa-Dadra highway. The garden is decorated with roaring waterfalls coupled with misty cascades. The Garden also presents rustic stone walls and twin arches.