If you are looking for a quick getaway from the daily grind, a short travel to Dadra and Nagar Haveli can be the best bet. The erstwhile Portuguese colony was included in the Indian Union only in 1961.
Perched on the western side of the foothills of the Western Ghats, the tiny land, comprising of nearly 70 villages, lies as if sandwiched between two major states of Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Before you travel to Dadra and Nagar Haveli, brush up a few fast facts:
| Location | Western corner of India Wedged between Maharashtra and Gujarat |
| Latitude | 200 and 20025' North |
| Longitude | 72050' and 73015' East |
| Area | 491 sq km |
| Climate | Cold in the winter Hot in the summer |
| Max Temperature | 370 C |
| Min Temperature | 100 C |
| Average Annual Rainfall | Between 200-250 cm |
| Capital | Silvassa |
| Population | 2 million |
| Languages | Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, English, Bhili |
| Religion | Hindus, Muslims, Christians and others |
| Best Time to Visit | November to March |
| Clothing | Summer - Light Cottons Winter - Woolens |
A soothing sylvan surrounding and a pleasant climate welcomes you as you travel to Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The bluish Western Ghat hills beyond complement the stretches of green forests and gentle murmur of the rivers rendering the land a magical splendor.
The predominantly tribal populace is warm hearted and an add-on to the serene ambience for which you travel to Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The distinct culture bearing the legacy of Portuguese rule manifest in the fairs and festivals of the region, which are also a good excuse for a travel to Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
Some important attractions in Dadra and Nagar Haveli are: Bal Udyan, Tribal Museum, Madhuban Dam Project, Vanganga Garden, Tadkeshwara Temple, Vanvihar Tourist Complex .
You can also travel to Dadra and Nagar Haveli since it serves as a convenient base to explore the hill resorts and the tribal lands of the Satpura Hills in Gujarat.
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