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JAWHAR TOURISM

Jawhar, located in the Sahayadri mountain range, 165 km from Mumbai, is popularly known as the Mahabaleshwar of Thane (since it was located in the Thane district of Maharashtra. It is now a part of the newly-created Palghar district). Pleasant climate and scenic beauty of Jawhar evokes comparisons with the popular hill station in Maharashtra. Jawhar also boasts of strong cultural ethos and a history that dates back to the 14 th century. Founded in 1306, Jawhar was ruled by the Munke dynasty and served as camping point for Maratha king Shivaji and his army en route Surat. Jawhar was part of the Mumbai Presidency under the British.

Jawhar in Maharashtra - Dabhoasa waterfall

Jawhar in Maharashtra – Dabhoasa waterfall

Jawhar is also home to the Warli, Kolcha and Kukana tribes and these tribal communities have taken special efforts to preserve their culture and traditions. Jawhar is noted for Warli paintings that depict scenes from everyday life of the Warli people and were traditionally drawn with white on red background. However, with growing commercial popularity of the paintings, Warli paintings use different colors and also depict new ideas. To offer a peek into daily life of the tribe and help educate outsiders, several households from these tribes offer homestays for travelers. ALSO SEE Jawhar in Maharashtra: 5 reasons to visit Konkan region’s amazing weekend destination near Mumbai

In addition to its scenic beauty, Jawhar also boasts of several interesting places to see. Jai Vilas Palace, the residence of Munke rulers, Dabdaba Falls, Bhopatgad Fort and scenic places like Hanuman Point and Sunset Point are some of the must visit spots in Jawhar.

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BEST PLACES TO STAY IN JAWHAR

There are limited accommodation options in Jawhar and there definitely are no plush hotels here. However, one can enjoy the traditional hospitality of the locals of Jawhar by opting to live in a homestays. You can also choose to stay in resorts offering budget and mid-range accommodations.

BEST PLACES TO EAT IN JAWHAR

There are no fancy restaurants in Jawhar, but home-cooked meals offered by the locals are totally worth the buck. Kelichapada also has community kitchens.

BEST TIME TO VISIT JAWHAR

The average minimum and maximum temperature of Jawhar is as given below. The best time to visit Jawhar is also specified.

MONTH BEST TIME MIN. TEMP (°C)MAX. TEMP (°C)
JanuaryBest time1731
FebruaryBest time1832
MarchBest time2133
AprilBest time2433
MayBest time2734
JuneBest time2632
JulyBest time2631
AugustBest time2530
SeptemberBest time2531
OctoberBest time2434
NovemberBest time2134
DecemberBest time1833

Place to visit in JAWHAR

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Dabdaba Falls

The cascading water falling from a great height offers an amazing experience. Dabdaba Falls is…

Bhopatgad Fort

The small fort was constructed by Chhattrapati Shivaji. The four pair of footprints in the…

Hanuman Point

According to legends, Hanuman Point is the place where Lord Hanuman had rested on his…

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THINGS TO DO IN JAWHAR

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Shopping in Jawhar

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Articles About JAWHAR

  • Jawhar: Perfect For a Long Weekend Getaway From Mumbai

    With the Independence Day long weekend around the corner, here's where you must head from Mumbai.

    Charu Chowdhary August 13, 2019, 12:53 pm IST

  • Woman Bike Rider From Mumbai Crushed to Death After Hitting Pothole in Maharashtra

    Jagruti was riding a 350cc Royal Enfield Thunderbird when she got crushed under a truck after falling from the bike.

    Roshan Jha July 24, 2017, 12:03 pm IST

  • Jawhar in Maharashtra: 5 reasons to visit Konkan region's amazing weekend destination near Mumbai

    One of the hidden getaways from Mumbai is the stunning hill station of Jawhar, known for its breathtaking waterfalls and fantastic viewing points. Located in…

    Dilip Merala July 10, 2017, 2:55 pm IST

  • Weekend destinations from Mumbai: 7 offbeat getaways that aren't too crowded!

    If you want to escape all the hustle bustle of city life, visit any of these hidden gems near Mumbai.

    Bhagyashri Pawar April 29, 2016, 11:10 am IST

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