Jawhar
Jawhar hill station is in Thane district of Maharashtra. Gifted with exotic valleys, thick rich forests and pleasant climate, Jawhar offers dofferent type of enjoyment comparing to other hill stations of Maharashtra.
Jawahar is beaming with many attractive locations in and around. Jai Vilas palace and Bhopatghad fort are two of such attractions nearby. The residential palace of the erstwhile rulers of Jawahar has 80 majestically made rooms with attractive interiors.
Unspoiled and mostly unexplored waterfalls are the prominent tourist attractions in Jawahar. Dadar-Kopra falls and Palusa are the two scenic waterfalls placed perfectly amidst lush greeneries. The thundering cascade and the white gushing water are breathtaking and eye catching. The backdrops of the waterfalls with hilly ranges with full of woods a real charming view.
How to Reach:
Rail:
Nearest major railway station is Mumbai (Bombay) VT railway station, which is nearly 165 km away from Jawahar. Pre-paid taxi services and bus services are available from railhead to Jawahar city. Taxi charges about Rs 2500 to cover the distance of 165 km.
Air:
Nearest airport is Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai, which is nearly 165 km from Jawahar.
Road:
Maharastra Road Transport Corporation provides bus services between Jawahar and other cities in and around Mumbai. Mumbai to Jawahar regular bus services are available.
Accommodation:
1.Shanti Sarovar Resort
Near Jaysagar lake, Silvassa Road, Tal : Jawhar, Dist : Thane.
Jawhar, MH
092 70 656666
2.Symphony Lakeview Resorts Limited
Opp. Jaysagar Dam, Jawhar-Silvassa Road,
Jawhar, MH
093 24 412668
3.Hotel Sunset
Sunset Point Rd, Dama Ali
Jawhar
4.Hotel Pushpanjali
Jawhar Bypass
Jawhar, MH
092 70 656666
Tourist Attraction:
Bhopatgad Fort: Bhopatgad Fort, a comparably small fort, located in the outskirts of Jawahar has a structure like a fort constructed by Chathrapathi Shivaji. It is believed that Shivaji was holding his official and personal meetings in this fort, made with dilapidated rocks
Jai Vilas Palace (Raj Bari):The Jai Vilas Palace, also known as Raj Bari, was the residential palace of kings of Munke family. The palace is firmly placed at the mount of a rock so that the king can view his kingdom form the top.
Shirpamal:The Shirpamal, a structure created at the top of a hill, built by the great emperor of the Maratha kingdom Chathrapathi Shivaji and is dating back 3 centuries ago.
Dabdaba Falls: Dabdaba Falls, one of the attractive falls in Jawahar, is placed perfectly to soothe the visitor’s body and mind with natural sceneries and fragrance.
Hanuman Point:Hanuman point, a natural attractive pinnacle near the renowned Jai Vials Palace, is a prime location of tourist. One can have a beautiful and impressive panoramic view of the down valley from this point.
Weather:
Jawhar is a pleasant hill station with average temperature lies almost between 30°C and 25°C. Jawhar has an average rainfall during monsoons (June to August). During summers (April-May) temperature can soar up to 33°C with a minimum of 28°C. During winters (December-February) the atmosphere can touch a low mercury level of 20°C and have a maximum of 28°C.
