Aarey Colony: Spending a day at the Green Belt of Mumbai suburbs

Mumbai is kwn as city of lights. city's green light is also an eye attraction for tourists and locals. Aarey Colony or Aarey Milk Colony, a green belt in Mumbai suburb is an extended forest area of Borivali National Park which has small vills, attractive places and more, located in Goregaon (East). This place has been kwn for deces for milk farm set up by Dairy Development Department, a state government initiative. It has been supplying Aarey milk and milk products for several years. Later, Aarey Colony became famous for its tourist spots like Chhota Kashmir, Aarey picnic pond, Bird watching locations, Casual hangouts, Daily Cycling and Jogging areas. Here are some of things you can do while spending a day at Aarey Colony. 

Spend a day in Aarey Colony

Things to in Aarey Colony

Aarey Milk Dairy:

Aarey Milk Dairy is also kwn as ‘Central Dairy’, which was set-up during 1949. dairy started its operations of providing packed milk and education via its unique institute in 1951. y have a tour guide system inside center. tour timings are from 4 pm to 6 pm and are a great learning experience for children. 

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Chhota Kashmir:

Chhota Kashmir is a beautiful garden located at a distance of 3-4 km from Goregaon side gate and on top of a small hill. This Mini Kashmir of city majorly attracts family with kids and couples for some leisure time boating and enjoying evening at sunsets. It also has a jogging and boating facility. 

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Kashmir Lake: 

Kashmir lake of 4 acres is located opposite Chhota Kashmir and right across ro. You can enjoy boating in two or four-seater colourful row boats or pdle boats in case it is t too sunny or rainy. rides are available between 11 am to 3 pm and are reasonably priced within 50 minutes for 30 minutes in water. 

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Aarey Picnic Pond: 

Aarey Picnic Pond has been in Aarey Colony since 1985. It is all surrounded by huge thick trees and is an ideal place for settling down for and picnic.  pond is open from 8 am to 7 pm on all days.

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