Ambernath
74 kms from V.T. on Central Railway, it is 11th century
Chalukyan Temple. Big fair is held on Mahashivratri day. Bassein Fort52
kms from Churchgate on Western Railway. Originally this Fort was built by Sultan
Bahadur of Gujarat but in 15th century he gave up to the Portugese. It has a wonderful
natural setting overlooking sea. It is a worthseeing place. Ghodebunder
It is an enchanting picnic spot. The suburban electric train stops at
Borivli from where Ghodbunder is 9 kms by road. Vajreshwari 88 kms by suburban electric
train to Bassein Rd and thence 28 kms by road to Thane and thence 33 kms by road
to Vajreshwari. The Ashram of Swami Nityanand is there. A bath in hot water springs
is really exhilarating for those who are suffering from high blood pressure and
skin diseases. Tansa Lake103 kms by suburban electric train and
thence 14 kms by road to Tansa Lake. Tulsi Lake4 kms via Western
Express and Aarey by road or 38 kms via Goregaon and Aarey by road. By suburban
train to Goregaon and thence 6 kms by road to Tulsi Lake. Powai & Vihar Lake26 kms and 28 kms
by suburban electric train respectively to Kurla or Andheri and thence by road
to these Lakes. Buses from Andheri Railway Station are also available on Sundays
and Holidays. A delightful park is laid out by the side of Lakes and there are
number of shady trees for relaxation. Vihar and Powai Lakes are adjoining. Visitors
will find a varying skyline of the suburbs. Vaitarna Lake & Dam122
kms by suburban electric train to Khardi and hence 12 kms by road to Vitarna Lake
and Dam. Erangal-Madh-Marve-Manori35 kms by road via Malad and
30 kms by rail to Malad and thence 12 kms , 5 kms , and 6 kms respectively by
road. Versova Beach29 kms by suburban electric train to Andheri
and thence 5 kms by road to Versova Beach. |