GENERAL INFORMATION
This union territory of India is  located in the western part of the country between the parallels of 20o and 20o25' of latitude north and between the meridian 72o50' and 73o15' of longitude It is situated between the states of Gujarat and Maharashtra, some 15 miles (24 kilometres) from the Arabian Sea and 80 miles north of Bombay. It consists of two sections: Dadra, with three villages, and Nagar Haveli, with 69 villages.

PLACES OF TOURIST INTEREST

Vanganga Lake and Island Lake, Dadra It is a lovely lake garden, where more than 25 Hindi feature films have been picturised. The rustic wooden bridges, jogging paths, thatched huts and paddle boats make it an ideal picnic spot.

Vandhara Udyan, Silvassa A riverside park with beautifully laid lawns, perfect for picnic - buffs. Quaint pavilions provide shelter to visitors.

Pipariya Udyan, Silvassa This park with roaring waterfalls, misty cascades, rustic stone walls, twin arches, tiny kiosks and vast emerald lawns, is really a delight to behold.

Mini Zoo, Silvassa The mini zoo has colourful birds, snakes, monkeys and crocodiles. For children, there are other attractions in the form of swings, seasaws, slides and merry-go-rounds.

Tribal Cultural Museum, Silvassa This museum has masks, hunting tools, fishing gadgets, musical instruments and life - size statues.

Vanvihar Tourist Complex, Khanvel Khanvel is a 20 km drive from Silvassa, and surrounded by lush green hills, with the beautiful Sakartod river flowing through. The cottages in this complex are designed in the native style. The complex also has a deer park, and a green house.

Tourist Complex, Dudhani Another 20 km drive from Khanvel, is Dudhani where the large waterfront of river Damanganga, provides a breathtaking view of the water-spread of Madhuban Dam. Adventurers can kayak, canoe and speed boat. For trekking enthusiasts, nature trails have been specially laid out to take them, right into the heart of the forest.

CLIMATE
The Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli enjoys a very pleasant climate from November to March. The temperature is not very high in summer, either. Due to the proximity of the sea, the nights are pleasant.

State Capital                   Silvassa

Area Covered                 491sq.km

Languages                      Bhili, Bhilodi, Gujarati and Hindi
Best Time to Visit          November to March