//
Photo: Mandar Dewalkar, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
It is known for hosting the Sanskruti Arts Festival. Here one can also view thousands of Ganpati idols which are brought here for immersion on the final day of Ganeshotsav.
Upvan Lake is located in Thane in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is known for hosting the Sanskruti Arts Festival. Here one can also view thousands of Ganpati idols which are brought here for immersion on final day of Ganeshotsav. It was reconstructed by J.K. Singhania for water supply to Raymond textile factory at Vartaknagar (Jekegram). Singhania also constructed the lord Ganesha's temple at Upvan lake. The lake is located near Gawand Baug, Shivai Nagar, Ganesh Nagar, Devdaya Nagar, Vasant Vihar and Vartak nagar. This is one of the recreational areas for people who live in Thane. It is one of the biggest lakes in Thane, surrounded by Yeoor Hills, and lies in the Pokhran-II area. One of the eco friendly lake of city, Upvan Lake is regarded as Thane's ‘lover's paradise’. Upvan lake forms a junction of the Pokhran I and Pokhran II roads. Once, the major source of water for the entire Thane city, Upvan lake is now used primarily for recreation. The official residence of the Mayor of Thane Municipal Corporation lies adjacent to the lake.
© OpenStreetMap contributors
A popular destination for picnicking families, known for its watersports, go-karting and other rides you'd find at amusement parks. The go-karting track isn't very good though. Additionally, there is a Shiva temple and marriage halls as a part of the resort. The lunch is fabulous, though fully vegetarian. You will also need to buy lunch for ₹180 as you can't carry any edible stuff in from outside.
This church is over 400 years old. St. John the Baptist Church is adjacent to St. John the Baptist High School and Junior College.
Talavpali Lake
The lake is home to a small island with a Shiv temple on it and also a Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Statue behind it. It is one of the biggest lakes and ideal places to visit in Thane at night. This lake is situated just beside the famous drama theatre Gadkari Rangayatan. The lake also offers recreational activities like boating. Also, it offers people shops to buy fish (fish tanks) for home decoration. There are many restaurants and food stalls facing Talavpali Lake.
It is one of the oldest temples in Thane. It was reconstructed by Chimajji Appa around 1750 AD.
An excellent water recreation paradise which appeals to people belonging to all age groups. Spread over 11 acres. Suraj Water Park is definitely an ultimate and out-of-the-world source of entertainment.
SR Bhosle Krida Sankul Stadium
A sports stadium used mostly for training. Its main ground has been built for cricket with an in-built six-lane running track for athletes. The complex also includes 5 badminton courts, a gym, a table tennis hall, 2 squash courts, a billiards room, a rummy room, a hall, a bar room, and a canteen.