Uran — Travel Guide
Uran is part of Navi Mumbai city on the western coast of India. It lies in the Raigad district, east of Mumbai across the Dharamtar Creek. Uran is primarily a fishing & agriculture village, which has developed into the special economic zone of Uran. Uran is a perfect sun, sea and sand destination, and is just a stone’s throw away from Mumbai. Uran is one of the many islands that surround Mumbai and offers a pleasant break from the hustle bustle of big city life. Uran is primarily a fishing village, which offers a peaceful ambience where all that you can hear is nature. So come and explore this unexplored beach town of Maharashtra and let it cast its spell on you. The city name derived from the Hindu goddess Uranavati. It was called Uruvan during the rule of Madhavrao I, the fourth Peshwa of the Maratha Empire. Later, the area was named Uran by the Portuguese and Ooran by the British.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
The nearest airport to Uran is the Chhatrapati Shivaji International airport in Mumbai.
By Train
The nearest railway station to Uran is Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai which is situated at a distance of 57kms.
Shopping in Uran is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Uran to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Uran means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Uran is the most important activities among the tourists.
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