Tourism in Nalasopara
Nalasopara, also known as Sopara is a part of satellite townships in Mumbai metropolitan region. This town has not only been renowned for its splendid and magnificent past, but is also famous for the numerous tourist places in and around the city. There are several picturesque beaches, as it is nearby the western coastal region and spectacular forts as well as endearing temples near this city.Forts in Nalasopara
The main entrance of the fort is North-facing and has a solid stone doorway with the tigers and elephants carvings. Though the fort is lying un - repaired, the external walls are still in good condition. A wide path runs along with the outer walls.
Arnala Fort was constructed by the Sultan of Gujrat, Mahmud Begda in 15th centuary, which was later captured by Portuguese. They tore down the fort and started reconstructing a new one, which was never completed. However, they kept using this fort as a shipping and navigation control center for next two centuries. This fort has been of a great interest for the various rulers due to its strategic location to strengthen the naval army. In 17th centuary, Marathas took over this fort from Portuguese and reconstructed three fortresses Bava, Bahirav and Bhavani. Marathas had to surrender this fort to the British after the third British-Maratha War.

It has been an important coastal area next to Goa for the Portuguese. It was built by one of the commanders of Bahadur Shah, later Portuguese took over the fort and built churches, convents and houses.
In 18th century, Marathas won the Vasai Fort, but surrendered it to the British to get the support against another contingent. Once the fort was well equipped and had two gates, a burg, store houses, water tanks, but now only the ruins of the old structure is standing unaided. Besides all the withered wrecks, it has been a place of attraction for Bollywood and many movies have been picturised at this location.
Beaches in Nalasopara

You can relish the street food like bhelpuri, panipuri and coconut water and also can have the delicious sea food here. During monsoon, you can delight in the rain at the shore with a boiled or roasted bhutta. For the adventure loving people the main attraction is paragliding, also you can take a tour of the beach on a camel.


Rangaon Beach: Rangaon Beach is a quiet, calm and tranquil place, hardly known to people, therefore you will not find much of the crowd here. It is mostly visited by the sea-lover neighbourhood. Major reason of remaining less explored is lack of plantation and food joints. Though, a premier resort has opened here recently named West Palm Beach Resort.
Parks in Nalasopara

Sona Lakshmi Fun Park: This park is full of exhilarating sports, various types of rides and bungee jumping. You can even enjoy different varieties of boat rides as well. Sona Lakshmi Fun Park is a best option to enjoy the time with your family while keeping your pocket in check.
Tikuji Ni Wadi: Tikuji Ni Wadi is a theme amusement park and is mostly famous for the water slides, pools, go-karting and many rides and is always open for everyone even in the rainy season. Its great attraction is recently added dinosaur park, which is quite realistic. There is resort in the park and has a marriage hall and Shiva temple in its premises. Shivratri is celebrated here by making an ice replica of Shiva.
Other Tourist Places Near Nalasopara

Ganeshpuri Temple: In the Ganeshpuri village, there is a less known temple—Ganeshpuri Temple, which is said to be founded by Swami Nityananda and Swami Muktananda. There is a natural hot water spring and the temple is spread in a huge area. The Ganeshpuri Temple premises is enchanting and is a treat to visit the shrine and ashrams of Swami Nityananda.

Tungareshwar: Tungareshwar is one of the highest hill near Nalasopara and has an alluring charm for nature lovers, mountaineers and trekkers due to being covered with a dense forest. Besides Tungareshwar River on the slope of the hill, there is a Shiva temple with a Ramkund (reservoir) at the back making it a holy destination for Shiva devotees. In addition, there are waterfalls, streams and medicinal plants in the lush green forest.
Vajreshwari Temple: Vajreshwari Temple is based on Mandagiri hill, which was formed due to a volcanic eruption. The temple keeps a great place in Hindu mythology, as it is said to be blessed by the visits of Lord Rama and Lord Parshurama according to Puranas. The name of the temple is originated from the reincarnation of Vajrayogini in this province. There is a hot water spring near the temple and is considered must to take a bath here.