Saputara Hills, Gujarat

'Saputara' means the 'abode of serpents' and a snake image on the banks of the river Sarpagana is worshipped by the 'adivasis' (tribals) on festivals like Holi. history of Saputara says that Lord Rama spent 11 years of his exile in these very forests. Saputara has a cool bracing climate, the highest temperature even in the summer months not exceeding 28 degrees Centigrade. Saputara is situated 160 kms from Surat

Saputara has been developed as hill resort with hotels, parks, swimming pools theatres and a museum. It has several gardens, picturesque locations and a cool bracing climate even in the hot summer months making it an ideal getaway. The resort is equipped with adventure sports facilities like paragliding. The thick forest around Saputara is dotted with Adivasi tribal, villages and heir unique dance is great interest to visitors. Saputara is situated 1000m Above Sea Level.

Saputara is 160 kms from Surat, Gujarat.

Chorwad, Gujarat

Chorwad is a small village where fishing is main occupation. It is a fine place to enjoy views of rocky shores, boat riding and also a base to visit places like Porbandar, Somnath etc. Chorwad is a delightful beach with its resort on the sunny coast of Gujarat. It is 66 kms from Junagadh and 23 kms from the fishing centre of Veraval. It is a holiday resort with an isolated beach and is away from bazaars, crowds etc.

There is a resort which was previously a palace built by Nawab Saheb Mohabbat Khan as a vacation spot for the hot summer days where he held weddings of his dogs, royal banquets and processions amidst cool breezes from the sea. the pleasant climate attract tourists. The sea is not calm. Chorwad is perfect for long beach walks and a quiet holiday.

Chorwad is 66kms From Junagadh, Gujarat.