A beautiful city for a quick vacation could be Thane which is pretty close to Mumbai. Spread on an area of 147 km,Thane is zoned into three zones:-
Thane East
Thane West
Thane Others
Following are the areas that are known in Thane
- Anu Nagar
- Azad Nagar
- Balkum
- Bhayander Pada
- Brahmand
- Charai
- Diva
- Dhokali Naka
- Eastern Express Highway
- Ghodbander
- Ghodbunder Road
- Jambli Naka
- JK Gram
- Kalwa
- Kapurbawadi
- Kolbad Road
- Kolshet Road
- Kasarvadaval
- Kopri
- Khopat
- Mumbra
- Majiwada
- Manpada
- Naupada
- Panch Pakhadi
- Patil Wadi
- Patlipada
- Pokhran Road
- Pokhran Road No.2
- Shilphata
- Sawarkar Nagar
- Shree Nagar
- Thane East
- Thane West
- Teen Hath Naka
- Tembhi Naka
- Tikuji Ni wadi
- Uthalsar
- Vartak Nagar
- Vasant Vihar
- Vishnu Nagar
- Waghbil
- Wagle Estate
- Wagle Industrial Estate
But apart from these areas travelers have a strong inclination towards Pali Hil, Hill Road and Carter Road Promenade as the best streets.For the water lovers, Thane is a city of lakes but Thane creek is perfect for the peace of mind and greenery. With the lakes spread all over, the most popular is Talao Pali.It is lined with roadside eating options, restaurants and provision for boating.
The long drive people would love the drive on Ghodbunder road which goes upto Ahmedabad Highway and the MIDC Road which runs parallel to Thane Belapur road and Yeoor Hills. With the touch to heights and a wilderness, this area is a frequent visit specially for couples.
The nature lovers have a special corner for Yeoor hills which has a Swami math for those seeking peace. Another place Tikunjiniwadi is more domesticated with in house restaurants and siesta.