The city of Thane is situated on the western banks of Thane creek with Parsik hills on the east and Yeoor hills on the west. The city was then know as Shreesthanak. It was more popularly known as the Capital of the Shilahar dynasty. The history of Thane city can be broadly categorized into 5 eras.

‘Aparant’ is the ancient name of the geographical area hosting Thane city. During the Indian expedition of the Greek Emperor Alexander, a number of philosophers, historians and geographists visited India. Among them a Greek historian ‘Tolemi’ has mentioned about the city of Thane in his writings. A famous sailor named Marcopolo had also visited Thane in 1290 ‘A.D. and noted it to be one of the best cities in the world. A place called | ‘Ghodbunder was famous for horse trading thus deriving its name from the word ghoda i.e. horse and bunder meaning port.

During this period a fabric called ‘Tansi’ was exported from Thane. During the period from 13 A.D. to 17 A.D., the Muslims, Portuguese, Marathas, & the British dynasties ruled Thane. From 810A.D. to 1260A.D. the Shilahar Dynasty ruled over Thane. The Emperors of Shilahar dynasty were disciples of Lord Shiva and the Kopineshwar Temple has been built during their reign. During this period, At this time the Shilahars also divided the city into different sections and named them as ‘padas’. it is seen that these padas exist even today by names of Naupada, Patlipada, Agripada etc.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Siddheshwar Lake, Thane


Siddheshwar Lake is situated besides the eastern express highway as seen in background. It is surrounded by slums as seen in the picture which makes the lake polluted. This lake is accessible from the Parulekar TMC Garden, Khopat. More efforts are needed by TMC for redevelopment of this lake. 

Sunday, April 21, 2013

Brahmala Lake, Kolbad Lake, Thane



Brahamala lake also known as Kolbad lake is situated in Uthalsar. It was recreated by TMC and made into jogging track. There are ducks and fishes too. 
Timing: Everyday 17:00 to 21:00 Hrs

Ambe Ghosale Lake, Thane



Ambe Ghosale Lake is situated near Castle Mill. It is a beautiful lake with many recreational activities inside. There are some stalls too. It is said that this lake extended till the end which are now covered with slums made by dumping garbage. Hence the length of the lake was cut short. One can walk around the lake as there is paved path. Ducks are also seen in this lake.
There was once a floating hotel named Abhiruchi here and hence was also known as Abhiruchi Lake.
Length: 240 meters appx
Breadth: 110 meters appx   

Thursday, April 11, 2013

Very Old Portuguese Church, Thane West



More than a Century old church in ramshackle. Its near by little flower school. Its not maintained properly. Surrounded by ground, its stand in the center with broken walls. Arches and Crosses can be seen. Nearby are the slums from where people come here to crap. Its a very old church and should be rebuilt or at least maintained.  

Saturday, April 6, 2013

Kasheli Bridge, Thane



Kasheli Bridge built since British time lies on the Old Agra Road over the Thane Creek. This bridge is 460 meters long and connects the Thane mainland to Bhiwandi.