Saputara is a city and a Hill Station in the Dang District of Gujarat state in India. This picturesque hill station is perched on a plateau in the Dang forest area of the Sahyadri Range. At an altitude of about 1000 m. It has a cool bracing climate, the highest temperature even in the summer do not exceed 28 °C.
Saputara means the 'Abode of Serpents' and a snake image on the banks of the river Sarpagana is worshiped by the Adivasis on festivals like Holi.
Saputara has been developed as a planned hill resort with all the necessary amenities like hotels, parks, swimming pools, boat club, theaters, ropeways and a museum to ensure an enjoyable holiday in the cool of the hill. Saputara is only 172 km. from Surat.
Places to See:
Saputara Lake
Tourists can enjoy boating in the Saputara Lake. The lake is located in the heart of the town and both row and paddleboats are available here for hire.
Valley View Point
Valley View Point is an ideal spot for the adventure seekers, providing a trek climb of about 15 km. The picturesque bird's eye view of the valley from this point is awe inspiring.
Sunset Point
To see the beauty of the nature at its best, you should visit the sunset point. It provides a panoramic view of the entire valley. There is a ropeway available to reach the point. The serene sunset views from the place will definitely leave you spellbound.
Artist Village
Artist Village is an interesting place to be. One can view the traditional art pieces and craftsmen at work here. You can pick some fine pieces of pottery, jewelry, vases, paintings, pen stands, key chains, made from bamboo chips and other locally found material. There is even a workshop organized here, where children can learn simple items from the craftsmen themselves.
Museum
For the inquisitive ones, there is a small museum in Saputara. It displays the lifestyle, ornaments and musical instruments of the tribes of Dangs. The museum is the perfect place to view the tribal culture from close.
Gardens
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