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Hill station in Gujarat, India
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Saputara is Gujarat's only hill station, in the Dang district of South Gujarat. It is located on a plateau in the Western Ghats, at an altitude of 1,000m above sea level. The Maharashtra state line is just 4km away from the town. The cities closest to Saputara are Surat, 156km away, and Nashik, 79km. It gets significant numbers of tourists from both states, so Saputara isn't exactly off the beaten track. At the same time, it hasn't been overwhelmed with visitors like many other hill stations of India. It has just about enough to spend a quiet weekend.
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Away from the town but gives superb view of the Saputara valley.
A main attraction in Saputara can be viewed from the Ropeway which offers a 10 minute ride to Sunrise Point.
A small museum that has collections of tribal artifacts of the Dang area. It also gives information on topography and anthropology of the Dangs. The displays include stuffed birds, tribal ornaments, jewelry and musical instruments but don't be disappointed by presentation. Established in 1970.
It is a point which offers the best view of Saputara and adjoining Malegoan could be reached after a walk of 1.5 km in the direction of Waghai. The naming restricts the tourist traffic to this best place as tourists believe that the point should only be visited at sun rise, however, one may visit it at any time of the day to catch a panoramic view. The Tata Consultancy Services has suggested renaming this point as Valley View Point to enhance tourist traffic.
Nageshwar Mahadev Temple
A holy temple dedicated to Lord Shiva worshiped by locals.
Lake View Garden
This is an area along the Saputara Lake with various gardens and is a popular picnic site. It also has children's play area.
A recreational park offering many different activities such as paragliding, zorbing, rock climbing, horseback riding and jungle safari.
The lake surrounded by greenery makes it pleasurable to sail in the lake. Hire boats from the boat-house. For half an hour, a pedal boat is charged at ₹20/person while a rowboat ₹5/person. Maharashtra state border is just 1.5 km away on walk where you can drink beer legally.
This cableway is suspended above the lake which connects Vaity Hotel to Sunset Point situated across the valley. Jeeps takes tourists to the boarding point located 2km from main roundabout only between 5:30-6:00 PM. It takes 15 minutes to cross which gives you fantastic view of Saputara town and valley below. Warning: The cable car only operates when there are at least 12 passengers which could take entire day's wait in off seasons.
Very basic lodge. It does not provides sheets or towels.
Toran Guest House
Government Tourism Corporation hotel.
best budget hotel on road up from bus stand. Facilities include shower, western toilet, TV (₹50 extra). Room can house up to five people.
It is situated in attractive building and has palm-tree garden. It provides squat toilets, hot water bath and cable TV.
The place display handicraft of local tribals. You can buy pieces of jewelry, vases, pottery, paintings, key chains and pen stands made of bamboo and local materials. The artist may answer your questions and even teach some craft to your children if they are interested.
If you ever wonder how bees make honey, visit here. You will learn as well as you can buy pure honey which is bit expensive.
By train
The nearest railway station is Waghai, 56km away, but because it is narrow gauge, it lacks direct connectivity with any major railway stations.
By bus
Gujarat State transport (ST) buses end private luxury coaches connects various centres of Gujarat to Ahwa and Saputara. There four ST direct buses from Ahmedabad to Ahwa which takes about 9 hours.
By car
National Highway 360 connects Saputara with Nashik. The road, as you may expect, is narrow and winding, but is in a good shape
The best way to see Saputara is on foot. You can easily hire local jeeps or cars for a tour around.
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