Silvassa is the capital of the Indian Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli.The name Silvassa is derived from a portugese word, “Silva”, which means wood. The tall trees on the outskirts of the town exemplify the meaning of Silvassa. Apart from being known as a Portuguese colony, Silvassa is known for its tribal population. Silvassa offers you a dream getaway. Its sylvan environment provides a cool and leisurely comfort away from the hustle of city life and stresses of a typical work day. Here you can unwind, spend time with family and friends, have a retreat with colleagues or simply lounge around.This tiny territory is a land of blissful beauty and charm. It has wooed many tourists in the recent years due to its ethnicity. The folk culture in Silvassa is alive and vibrant. Silvassa, of late, has been seen as a cosmopolitan town, adding to its glory.

Tourist Attractions in Silvassa

Dudhni - This is a Water Sports Complex on river Damanganga.One can see The view of Madhuban Dam from here is absolutely amazing.

The Bindrabin temple - The Bindrabin temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is  situated on the bank of River Sakartod.

The Tribal Cultural Museum - The ethnic tribal culture and heritage of Silvassa is preserved in this museum.This museum houses puppets and dolls shows tribal lifestyle and their culture.

How To Reach Silvassa?
By Air: The nearest airport is Daman
By Road: silvassa is well conected to all the major cities by good motorable roades.
By Rail: The nearest rail head to Silvassa is Vapi (12 kms) on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad line of western railway.