Jawhar is a hill station located at an altitude of 518m. It is about 80 kms from Nasik and 180 kms away from Mumbai. Situated in the Thane district, Jawhar is known for its picturesque setting and a vibrant cultural heritage. It is also known as the ‘Mahabaleshwar' of Thane district. It is one of the very few tribal kingdoms in Maharashtra and is famous for its vibrant Warli paintings that are a characteristic landmark of this place.
Besides exploring the hill station and the many view points like Hanuman and Sunset points, one can also see the majestic Dadara Kopra Falls
Jai Vilas, the palace of the tribal lords, and the relics of Bhupatgad are worth a visit The scenic beauty of the Dadar Kopra Falls, the enchanting Hanuman and Sunset Points - all explain why Jawhar is known as the ‘Mahabaleshwar of Thane District'
The Tribal Heritage tour is a popular activity among tourists who visit Jawhar. Jai Vilas also known as the Raj Bari, the ancestral home of the tribal kings, has become the gateway to explore the tribal way of living. Exploration of the hill station and trekking in the hills of Jawhar are other activities. From Jawhar, excursions can be made to nearby locations, Lonavla and Khandala, for picnics and trekking.
The Worli paintings of the Worli tribes of Jawhar has become world famous and has become the characteristic landmark of this place. The Worli paints, made by rice paste, were initially used only to decorate their residences. The theme of Worli paintings is basically the rural life of the Worli tribe. The Worli paintings on canvas and paper have now become popular souvenirs of Jawhar.