Traveling to Saputara

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Saputara is Gujarat’s very own hill station in the Dang district of the Sahyadri ranges, which is at a distance of approximately 160 kilometers from Surat. It is on the borders of Maharashtra and Gujarat. The hill station is a well designed manmade resort with every modern amenity. The word Saputara literally means the abode of serpents. The tribal folk celebrate Holi at the banks of the River Sarpgana after worshipping the snake idol there. Saputara sits on a hill approximately 1000 meters above sea level. Situated on the second highest plateau of the Sahyadri range makes the climate affable. Coupled with the panorama, it makes a heady combination.

The tribal villagers dwelling in the surrounding dense forests offer you entertainment by way of folk dances. The climate here is so good that the maximum temperature even during the summer months does not exceed 28 degrees Celsius. The woodlands, streams, hills, lakes and waterfalls serve to enhance the beauty of Saputara. The stunning sunrise and sunsets add to Saputara’s assets. Even the gardens here are manicured and preserved well. The city folk love to visit Saputara for its magnificent landscape. The best time to visit would be in the months of March right through to November; still the invigorating climate is dazzling throughout the year. It is the ultimate getaway for people who are tired of the scorching sun on the plains. Even the monsoons are enjoyable because the waterfalls come to life.

Private cars, taxis, State transport buses and luxury buses are the only way to travel to Saputara. Some people trek their way up to the plateau. The closest domestic airport is in Surat and the closest International airport is in Mumbai, which is at a distance of 255 kilometers. The railway stations in close proximity would be Waghai, which is at a distance of 51 kilometers. This is on the Bilimora-Waghai narrow gauged section of the Western Railway. For those arriving from Surat, Ahmedabad and Mumbai, the best place to alight would be Billimoria station. The tourism of India offers you a host of facilities which include package tours, escorts, guides, transport, economy hotels and other accommodations.

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