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.

Sunday, February 9, 2014

Haware City, Thane West

 

One of the society built in close proximity to National park.
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Location: Haware City, Thane West, Thane, Maharashtra 400615, India

Smog over Thane City

Smog during early hours over Thane City. Pollution and dust over the city has increased considerably. Suspended particulate have increased and is clearly visible. Visibility of air has reduced. Increased vehicular pollution, construction, road pavements, rock mining, etc have led to such problems. The city air as well as its creek waters are getting heavily polluted day by day. As a responsible citizen stop polluting and spreading waste.
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Location: Thane West, Thane, Maharashtra, India

Ghodbunder Road, Thane City


City development alongside Ghodbunder Road. Kamandurg peak (610m) can be seen at background. Early morning photo of Thane City. Ghodbunder road can be said as the silk route of Thane. This road strip is developing at great speed and is a beautiful stretch from creeks to hills and to the city. Mangroves have been destroyed along side this road.
 Many big projects have come up today in deserted Ghodbunder Road once upon a time.
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Location: Thane West, Thane, Maharashtra, India

Sunday, February 2, 2014

Hiranandani Park, Hiranandani Estate, Thane West

Hiranandani Garden is a large open public garden inside Hiranandani complex in Forest Avenue lane.
Also light works are done on Hiranandani Gardens during Diwali.


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Location: Hiranandani Estate, Thane West, Thane, Maharashtra, India

Saturday, January 11, 2014

Upvan Lake Festival, Thane West

 During Upvan lake arts festival the Upvan lake was made scintillating by using many light effects. The lake was glowing with millions of hues.
 Upvan lake stalls and art stalls during the festival
 Shiva idol in meditating position in the lake.
Upvan Lake Arts Festival Light Effects
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Location: Upvan Lake, Thane West, Thane, Maharashtra 400606
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