Maharashtra Tourism

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MaharashtraPlanet

• Maharashtra Tourism
• Welcome to the 3rd largest state of India!
• Covering a vast 308,000 square km area occupying
  a substantial portion of Deccan Plateau related
  to Western Peninsula
• www.maharashtraplanet.com

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Introduction Maharashtra

• There is much to see and do when you are on
  Maharashtra. You can enjoy the Maharashtra State
  Tourism with the view of majestic mountain ranges
  that stretch into mists as long as your vision
  holds and beyond.
• In-numerous forts stand strong, proud, and
  indomitable, as they have done through the years.
  Also, dont miss the beautiful temples sculpted
  out from basalt rocks, a testimony to human
  endurance and capabilities.
• There are many Maharashtra Tourism places to
  explore. Maharashtra offer so many best places to
  visit that no other state offers. Some of the
  famous places in maharashtra include
  Mahabaleshwar, Matheran, Khandala, Alibaug,
  Tarkarli, Ganpatipule, Chikhaldara, forts, and
  many more.
• These are some of the famous tourist destinations
  in Maharashtra

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Maharashtra Geography

• Maharashtra is Bounded by Gujarat in North-West,
  Chhattisgarh in East, Madhya Pradesh in North,
  Andhra Pradesh in South-east, and Goa in
  Southwest, Karnataka in South, and Union
  Territories Dadra and Nagar Haveli in West along
  with the vast expanse of Arabian Sea beyond.
• The shape of Maharashtra is mostly triangular
  with 450 miles/725 km Western Coastline as the
  base and tapering interiors approximately 500
  miles/800 km towards the East. A leader amidst
  Indian states in industrial and agricultural
  production, education, transport and trade.
  Maharashtra also boast of a rich, glorious past
  written in tales of valour and romance.

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Maharashtra Map
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History of Maharashtra

• Archaeological pieces of evidence place
  Maharashtra origin to third century BC. Since
  those early days, Maharashtra was the hub of
  commerce and trade. You can know about the
  prosperity Maharashtra enjoyed in those golden
  days of yore from the writings of Hun Tsang, the
  famed Chinese traveller who visited here during
  640-641 BC.
• The Mauryans ruled the lands during third and
  fourth century BC and there was a great
  advancement in the fields of Buddhist learning
  and trade at this time.
• After Mauryans, Satwahanas established their
  empire and remained in power between 230 BC and
  225 AD. Vakataka and Chalukya Empires followed
  with Rastrakuta rulers in quick succession and
  all through this exchange of power, Maharashtra
  remained a prominent centre for art and culture.
• The dawn of 17th century saw the rise of Marathas
  who established the most glorious Empire, much
  credit to the great ruler Shivaji who is today
  the part of folklore.

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Culture of Maharashtra

• To explore Maharashtra Tourism you must
  understand its culture. Marathi is the native
  language of Maharashtra also it boast of a vast
  cultural heritage. Lord Ganesha is the most
  revered deity but all religions and cultures find
  a place of importance on the land of Maharashtra
  with their sites and monuments.
• Traditional clothes are kurta, pheta,
  and dhoti for men and saree-choli for women.
  Traditional dance forms reflect my richness and
  diversity one of the most interesting among them
  is Povda. You will be mesmerized by the
  performance that revolves around Shivaji. The
  most participated festival is Ganesh Chaturthi
  still, Holi, Diwali, Muharram, and Eid all are
  celebrated with equal fervour.

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Cuisine of Maharashtra

• Marathi cuisine has two main branches namely-
  Konkani and Varadi. The former is the signature
  of the Konkan or the coastal belt containing a
  mix of Brahmin, Goan, Malvani, Saraswat, and Guad
  cuisine.
• Varadi cuisine belongs to the non-coastal regions
  - Vidarbha. In traditional preparations,
  vegetables have an aromatic, sedate delight
  whereas meat and fish are spicy, hot, and steamy.
  Konkani cuisine shows heavy use of various spices
  and coconut.

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