Badlapur

Badlapur is a city in Thane District of Maharashtra state in India. Badlapur city is a group of 4 villages namely, Katrap, Kulgaon, Badlapur & Manjarli. The actual "Badlapur" village is approx. 10 km from the main city centre.

Over a period of time, Badlapur has transformed into a major residential area, comprising of various communities & people of different cadre. Badlapur is typically known to Mumbai people as a week-end picnic spot, as it hosts two major dams and few waterfalls appear during monsoon.

Its proximity to Mumbai has transformed Badlapur into one of the major residential zone. Although it is approx. 70 km from Mumbai main city, its quiet surroundings, beautiful nature and somewhat cool temperatures made it a place liked by many.

Badlapur has a Municipal Council which takes care of civic amneties and keep-up of the city. Funds are generated essentially through property taxes. Maharashtra State Assembly has two nominations from Badlapur.

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Badlapur is well connected with Mumbai, Pune and Bhiwandi through Rail & Road network. Nearest Airport is Mumbai International Airport (approx. 65 km). Nearest RailHead is Kalyan which is a junction and connects to all parts of India. The best way to get in is by Local Trains (EMU) which ply round the clock between Badlapur & Mumbai.

Tours and Getting around Badlapur

Badlapur is famous for its quiet surroundings. One can immediately feel its proximity to nature. To get around, services of three wheeler autorikshaw can be availed. These are very affordable and the best way to get around faster. Many people though like to walk around as you won't fatigue due to its clean air.

Badlapur tourist attractions and sightseeing

• Badlapur Fort
• Barvi Dam
• Barrage Dam
• Shanti Sagar Water Park & Resort
• Rainy Resort Water Park
• Satsang Vihar
• Matheran (20 km)
• Bhoj Dam & Resorts

Badlapur city tours

• Swim at your leisure in Ulhas River or be safe at numerous water parks.
• Take a stroll around city and enjoy street food.
• kondeshwar Shiv Temple, kondeshwar gaon(to southdirection of badlapur). it is very old temple.(,15 km.) 
• Kondeshwar shivmandir (temple), kondeshwar gaon.(badlapur east). Very old temple sited in beauitiful place.(,15 km) 

Badlapur Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

There are many good hotels & food joints around which serve traditional Indian food. Don't miss "vada Pau" on roadside stalls.

Badlapur nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

There are many wine & alcohol serving bars around. Try "Moha Wine" if you happen to visit during winter.

Badlapur cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

Budget

• Rajhans Lodge . Rs. 250 per night.

Deluxe

• Rainy Resort. Rs. 900 per night.(if u dont like this offer)

special offer a stay for free in badlapur u can go to sanewadi gurukamal appt at badlapur west (deepak potdar) add-guru kamal building no.1 block no.4. care of (trupti potdar)

Contact

For more information, contact Kulgaon Badlapur Municipal Corporation.

Get out

To Matheran, Pune or Mumbai.

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