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Ambarnath, it is one of the oldest city in Thane. Ambarnath literally means Lord of the sky. Ambarnath is the site of a very old temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, dating back, to 10th century. The temple is carved out of stone in Hemad style construction. Ambernath is a part of Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 421501

STD Code: 251

Info Website: maharashtratourism.net/religious-places/ambarnath-akoli.html

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

HistoryEdit

Ambarnath Temple is on the Mumbai-Pune railway line at Akoli. Ambarnath Temple is said to be the only temple of its kind in India. The temple, which dates back to 1060 AD compared in the fascinating and delicate complication of design to the famous Dilawara Temples of Mount Abu. One can hardly or rarely come across a temple, which can compare even remotely with the Ambarnath temple. It is believed that King Mahamandaleshwar built the temple in the memory of his predecessor.

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : There is no airport in Ambarnath. Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport is the nearest Airport to Ambarnath situated at a distance of 55 kms. Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport is well connected to all major cities in India and also connected to many cities abroad including Singapore, New York, Bangok, Hong Kong and to many gulf cities. Chatrapati Shivaji international airport: 022 6685 1010.

By Train : Ambarnath Railway Station is on Mumbai- Kalyan-Pune (Central Railway), which is well connected to all major cities in india. Chhatrapati Shivaji Railway Station: 022-22697330.

By BUS : Bus services are available from Mumbai. These are a good option as the buses are cheap and can be hailed from the main bus terminus. Government buses may be crowded. Tickets are cheap and they cost around Rs 50.

By Taxi : Ambarnath is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Ambarnath by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

By Other : Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

Top HotelsAdd

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Rangoli Hotel ; Ambarnath Pipe Line Road, Ambarnath South, Thane – 421501 ; Ph – (0251) 2620522 ; Facilities – Non-smoking rooms,Dry cleaning/laundry, Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk,24-hour room service, Air conditioning,Laundry.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Pritam International ; Plot No 35/36, MIDC, Anand Nagar, Ambarnath East, Thane, – 421506 ; Ph – 0251 – 2620822, 2620823; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk,24-hour room service,Air conditioning,Conference facilities,Elevators, Laundry,Parking.

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• Desi Tadka Restaurant ;  Hutatma Chowk, Sai Section, Near Inner Wheel School, Ambarnath, MH 421501 ; M –  0251 648 1239 ; Food Serve :  Indian.

• Shree Rath ;  Shivaji Rd, Sai Section, Ambarnath, MH 421501; M –  0251 260 6323 ; Food Serve :  Indian.

• Wok N Roll Chinese Restaurant ;  Shop No. 7 ,12, Nandi Commercial Building, Shiv Dham Complex, Ambarnath East,Ambarnath, MH 421501. ; M –  0251 260 6262 ; Food Serve :  Multi-cuisine.

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Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Ambarnath is a major tourist city in India.
• Beware of fake items. Better to buy from reputable shops even though you have to pay more.

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• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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