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.

Friday, February 9, 2024

Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet

Explore Thane's NaMo Grand Central Park, a sprawling 20-acre green haven with 4,500+ native trees and a scenic 3-acre lake. Amidst the urban landscape, our Biophilic Design ensures harmony with nature, offering 95% open space within Kalpataru Parkcity township. Unwind in this Newest Green Lung, a refreshing escape in the heart of the city. Welcome to NaMo Grand Central Park – where nature and urban living converge seamlessly.

This park is now open for public with a basic minimum entry fee of 20rs INR per adult. Children below 15 years is free, senior citizen is 15INR and during weekends the price is hiked by 10INR. For full fees and parking details scroll down to last page.

The park has lots of amenities especially for small kids and teenagers and most of them is complete. Once whole park is complete there would be much more facilities in it. This is developed similar to parks seen in foreign countries amidst the townships. All facilities are good and there are ample of security personnel's and park is well maintained by Kalpataru Parkcity.

Currently, the park has four theme base gardens, play zone for children, x-bridge and fitness, a 400-capacity amphitheatre, a lakefront and a 750 metre long track around lake. There are also lots of slides, adventure sports, Zipline and playing area for children.

PARK TIMINGS: 

MORNING: 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM
EVENING : 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Artificial lake in Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Chess plaza
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Chinese Garden theme in Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Chinese Garden theme in Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Japanese Garden theme in Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Japanese Garden theme in Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Mughal Garden theme in Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Morrocan Garden theme in Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
400 capacity amphitheatre near the lake at Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
X-Bridge above the artificial lake at Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Grand Central Park promenade 750m long
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Artificial lake in Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West

Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Reeds garden in Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Thane West
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
There are 2 tennis lawn at Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Skating court is made at Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Thane West
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Amphitheatre in Grand Central Park
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Grand Central Park
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Grand Central Park
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
Basketball court also made in Grand Central Park
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Skating court
Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West
A very old big banyan tree house for children.


Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West Park Map


Short Gist in video of the Thane Grand Central Park


Thane Municipal Corporation's General Assembly Resolution No. 564... date 07/02/2024
Entry fee, monthly pass and parking for "Grand Central Park" is as follows

Grand Central Park, Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet, Thane West



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Location: Kalpataru Parkcity, Kolshet Rd, Kolshet Industrial Area, Thane West, Thane, Maharashtra 400607, India

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