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Jawhar is located in Thane District. It is a hill station with a difference that makes one to forget one's daily chores and all the turmoil's with exotic valleys, thick rich forests and a pleasant climate. It is famous for the vibrant Warli paintings. A hill station with raw jungle beauty is one of the few tribal kingdoms in Maharashtra.
Tourists can visit Jai Vilas, the Palace of the tribal
lords that offers a unique opportunity to expose and enlighten with the
tribal way of life. The Relics of Bhupatgad are worth a visit.
The scenic beauty of the Dadar Kopra Falls, the enchanting Hanuman and
Sunset Points...all makes Jawhar a must see. These places explain why
Jawhar is also known as the "Mahabaleshwar of Thane District".
Nearby is Shirpamal, where Shivaji Maharaj camped on his way to Surat.
Air: Nearest airport is Nashik
at 80-km.
Rail: Nearest railway station is Igatpuri 61-km on Central Railway
but Nashik is a convenient railway station. On Western Railway nearest
railway station is Dahanu 65-km.
Road: From Mumbai
it is 180-km away by road; from Nashik 80-km from Kasa 39-km, and from
Trimbakeshwar 56-km.
Budgeted private accommodation is available.
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