Escape the crowds and chaos of central Mumbai and spend a day enjoying the attractions of Kharghar. Nestled between the Kharghar Hills and Taloja Creek, Kharghar is among the most developed nodes (townships) of the planned city of Navi Mumbai. Join locals for recreational activities at public gardens and in the surrounding hilly countryside. Visit temples, admire architectural landmarks and hone your golf skills.
Crowds gather at Central Park early in the morning and late in the afternoon. Within this green lung are walking trails, picnic areas and a musical instrument sculpture garden. Partake in games of pick-up cricket and soccer and appreciate views of the nearby hills from the top of an amphitheater. Adjacent to the park, Kharghar Valley Golf Course is a 9-hole course and driving range.
One of the landmarks of Kharghar is Utsav Chowk, a traffic circle that impresses with its Greek-style arcades and columns and a fountain flanked by grassy lawns. Take the Pravesh Marg exit of Utsav Chowk and follow the road south to the Kharghar Three Monkey Point, a contemporary portrayal of the ancient Japanese proverb see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil. It features three monkey sculptures one speaking into a telephone, one wearing headphones and one looking through a pair of binoculars.
The Kharghar Hills rise above the western side of the district and present superb hiking opportunities. Discover waterfalls and temples dotted around lush landscapes. Pandavkada Falls plunges down a dramatic rock face into a pool in the heart of Kharghar Forest. Gaze over the cityscape from Kharghar Hills Viewpoint.
Kharghar is a district in the planned city of Navi Mumbai, located about an hour’s drive from central Mumbai. Be sure to explore the other districts of Navi Mumbai, such as Nerul. It’s home to the Wonders Park amusement park and DY Patil Sports Stadium, a venue for international cricket and professional soccer matches. Shop at brandname outlets at Seawoods Grand Central Mall.
