About Dhar
Surat to Dhar distnce : 430 km
Estimated travel time : 8 hours
Surat to Dhar is the very popular route for tourists. Dhar is a city located in the Malwa region of western Madhya Pradesh state in India. The town is located 33 miles (53 km) west of Mhow, 559 m (1,834 ft) above sea level. It is picturesquely situated among lakes and trees surrounded by barren hills, and possesses, besides its old ramparts, many interesting buildings, both Hindu and Muslim, some of them containing records of cultural and historical importance.
Dhar is a place with most cultural and historical appeal amongst the destinations of Madhya Pradesh. Located in the Malwas region of Madhya Pradesh, Dhar has its own significance as one of the most culturally rich destinations of Madhya Pradesh. Ruled by the Puaras, this place was a Maratha princely state and acquired the status of a Salute State, a sheer royalty during that period.There are many tourist places in and around Dhar. The Bagh Caves is a must visit. Another famous attraction is Pithampur, which is an industrial town. You can get a suitable taxi at most competitive price at CabBazar.
Taxi from Surat to Dhar is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Surat to Dhar by car is well connected via NH52 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Surat to Dhar distance is around 430 Km and is 8 hours journey. An alternate route is via Vadodara which is almost same distance and takes almost same time. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are : Bardoli - Jalaram Mandir, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Sankri temple
Songadh - - Dense forest and bamboo production, Songadh fort, Ukai dam, Doswada dam
Purna Wildlife Sanctuary, Jamalapada
Nandurbar - - Dandpaneshwar Ganesh Temple, Datta Mandir at Sarangakheda, Prakasha known as Dakshin Kashi, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sayyed Imam Badshash chisti Dargah, Yashawant Lake, Aawashabari Point, Sunset Point, Coffee Garden, Gorakshanath Temple, Nagarjun Point, Sat Payari view point, Lotus Lake, Sita Khai
Songir - - Songir Fort
Shirpur - - Vighnahara Parshvanatha Shvetambar Mandir, Khanderao (malhar) temple or Pataleshwar Mandir, Balaji Temple, Nageshwar temple, Pavali Digambar Jain Mandir, Chintamani Parshvanath Mandir
Palasner - - Enjoy your journey by taking a break at Jadon Haweli or recreational park.
Dharampuri - - Bilwamrateshwar Mahadev temple
Maheshwar - - Shri Raj Rajeshwar temple, Narmada Ghat, Ahilya Devi Maheshwar Fort, Maheshwar Fort, Pandharinath Mandir
Kasomba
Jhagadia or Zaghadia - - Bhalod Gangadashahara, Hindu and Jain temples like Daherasar, Kabirvad, Gayatri Mandir, Hanuman temple
Bharuch or Broach - - historical heritage at the mouth of river Narmada
Vadodara - - Third largest city of Gujarat. Famous for Navratri festival.
Godhra - -known for big restaurants,parks,libraries,churches,mosques,shopping etc.
Dahod - - the city is adorned with holy mosques and exquisite carvings.
Jhabua - - Break from the monotony of a long drive,dig into good food and stay back for the night.