Maharashtra
Maharashtra is a very diverse state and therefore you will find surprising contrasts, between sparkling happiness and severe poverty.
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Maharashtra is a state located on the western coast of the Indian Ocean
Name: Maharashtra
Region: A state in India located on the western coast of the Indian Ocean. It borders the states of Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Kannada, and Goa. It is the second-largest state in India by population and the third-largest by area.
Capital: Mumbai (formerly Bombay) - the largest city in India and its financial center.
Population: 112,372,972
Language: Official language - Marathi
Religion:
season: The temperature is relatively constant throughout the year, ranging from 16 to 35 degrees. April to May are the warmest months. October to February is a cold and dry period.
Monsoons: Between June and September
How to get there and from where: There are several airports, trains, buses and taxis in the state of Maharashtra.
Mumbai - Mumbai has a large airport with domestic and international flights. There are trains, buses, taxis and rickshaws to get around in and out of the city
Pune - A trip to Pune from Mumbai takes between 4-5 hours, you can get there by taxi, train or tourist bus. You can get there from Goa by night bus (12 hours). Pune airport is located 10 km northeast of the city. Flights arrive and depart from it to destinations such as Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore and more. And even foreign flights to destinations such as Dubai and Singapore.
In the state of Maharashtra, there is a relative lack of use of private vehicles, as an alternative there is increased use of other means of transport.
Types of tourism: A lot of tourism from all types of tourists.
Travel destinations in Maharashtra:
- Mumbai - the largest city in India and the second largest city in the world!
Mumbai, north of Colaba is the Fort area (Port), which is the modern part of Mumbai. - Gateway of India - in Mumbai, the gate became the symbol of the city after the British left India. Located on the shore of the harbor.
- Taj Mahal Hotel - Mumbai, one of the oldest and most luxurious hotels in the city.
- Kalavdei Market - Mumbai, the market is built according to wings, with each wing belonging to a specific product.
- Elephanta Island - the island is located ten kilometers from Mumbai and is one of the most visited places in the state of Maharashtra. The island has two ancient temples carved into the rock.
- "The Laundry" Dhobi Ghat - Mumbai, the largest laundry in the world, a traditional Indian laundry.
Mumbai's Thieves' Market - Bollywood - India's film city, you can participate as representatives in films! The city has several cinemas, Regal, Eros, New Excelsior and New Empire.
- Marathi - A city situated on a hill is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the state of Maharashtra. Entry by buses and taxis is prohibited, entry to the city is only by mini-train.
- Pune - It is the second largest city in the state of Maharashtra and is located 160 km south of Mumbai. The residence of the famous guru Osho, you can visit Osho's ashram.
- Aga Khan Palace - Pune, the palace serves as a memorial center for the legacy of Gandhi. Gandhi was imprisoned in the palace by the British after calling on the British to leave India.
Maharashtra Summary
Maharashtra is a very diverse state and therefore you will find a surprising contrast, between sparkling happiness and severe poverty. In the state, ancient temples and on the other side, modern and luxurious cinemas, new clubs, here you will find the strange combination of old and new, at its peak.
