Maharashtra Tourism

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Best time to visit
Sep - Apr
Ideal Duration
6-7 Days
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Rs. 3,000

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About Maharashtra Tourism

Lying in the western peninsular side of the country of India, Maharashtra is ranked second when it comes to counting the population of Indian states. Maharashtra tourism plays a significant role in contributing towards the economy of the state. With Arabian Sea bordering this Indian state, all the cities lying at its western region here are adorned with a breathtaking backdrop. The state is bordered by Karnataka as well as Goa in the southern side, Chhattisgarh and Telangana at the east, while in the northwestern region there’s the Indian union territory, named Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Some of the best places to visit in Maharashtra are Ajanta and Ellora Caves, Mumbai, Panchgani, Mahabaleshwar, Pune, Rajmachi, Lonavala, Shirdi, Nashik, Matheran, etc are some of the places that makes Maharashtra tourism, famous all over the world. Maharashtra is very famous for its city called Mumbai and the Bollywood Industry. Also, the cuisine and culture of Maharashtra win hearts of millions of tourists who come to Maharashtra.

People and Culture in Maharashtra

To know more about Maharashtra, one should also try to understand the people here as well as the culture they follow. The Indian state of Maharashtra ranks second when the world’s most populous subnational entities are considered. Since the population is huge here, the cultural dynamics here are naturally prominent. Officially, the language spoken by the people of Maharashtra is Marathi and the dialect seems to be varying from one region to another. However, there’s a lot of influence from the neighboring states. You can even find that there are people who speak other languages like Kannada, Konkani, and Gujarati in some of the regions. One of the biggest reasons of the development of Maharashtra state tourism is its culture only. The people are quite welcoming and it is not difficult to break the ice with them.

Historical Significance of Maharashtra

This Indian state was under the rule of the Maurya Empire and this scenario takes you back to the 4th and 3rd centuries B.C.E. However, in 230 BCE, the state of Maharashtra was ruled under the Satavahana dynasty and this phase didn’t end before 400 years. After that, there were many empires and dynasties under which the state was ruled. The British Empire ruled the wester region of Maharashtra, which they considered as the Bombay Presidency. This presidency constituted the divisions of Nashik, Pune, and Konkan.

Festivals in Maharashtra:

Ganesh Chaturthi: Ganesha Chaturthi is one of the most popular festivals in Maharashtra which is celebrated by all the people including Bollywood celebrities with great pomp and show. People bring home eco-friendly Ganesha for around 9 days and then go for visarjan with great excitement. Tourism in Maharashtra makes great arrangements so that the tourists can also participate in this festival.

Nag Panchmi: This festival is celebrated on the 5th day of the holy month of Shravan when people offer prayers to Shesha Nag, known as the snake God. People on this day offer sweets and milk to snake and offer prayers to them. It is an important festival in Maharashtra.

Famous Food of Maharashtra

Bhel Puri: One of the famous foods in Maharashtra which is now popular even in northern India is bhel puri. The rice puffs sprinkled with tamarind chutney and vegetables makes for the perfect light snack. Bhelpuri can be seen at every street in Mumbai and also at the beaches and Chowpatty.

Vada Pav: Another popular dish in Maharashtra which is not only cheap but also tasty vada pav. People, rich or poor can be seen eating vada pav on the streets of Maharashtra. It is bread bun, inside which deep-fried potato is placed along with chutney topping.

Pav Bhaji: Pav Bhaji is another dish which is famous throughout Maharashtra. A mix of all the veggies served with bread called pav is so tempting that will make your lure for more and more. It is often served with onions and butter on the top.

Your trip to Maharashtra is surely going to be a memorable experience, enriched with historical, cultural, and social aspects of this Indian state. Make sure you cover all the famous attractions of this place in order to make it a productive as well as a comprehensively amazing travel experience.

Cities in Maharashtra

Lonavala

Mumbai

Shirdi

Pune

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Chhatrapati International Airport in Mumbai is considered to be one of the most prominent airports in India. This airport is linked to numerous cit

ies around the globe - some of them are New York, Singapore, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, and Delhi. There are other international airports in Maharashtra as well that are located in Pune and Nagpur. These airports too have a connection to the major cities of India. The domestic airports of Maharashtra are established in Mumbai, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Pune, and Nagpur. From these airports, taxi service can be easily availed.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus is considered to be the major railway station in Maharashtra, as it is the headquarters of Indian Central Railways. Th

is railway station is linked to various cities in the country - Pune, Lucknow, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, and Bangalore to name some. The cities, Nashik, Kolhapur, Nagpur, Aurangabad, Amravati, and Kolhapur to have major railway stations that are known for their connectivity. From here, you can take a cab to reach your destination.

The Indian state of Maharashtra is also connected to other cities via road. You can come via road from the cities like Delhi, Agra, Uttar Pradesh,

Jaipur, and Ahmedabad. You can also try out the intrastate and interstate bus services that are conveniently accessible. These buses are either government-owned or privately owned. The highways that can be taken or will come in the way are - NH6, NH9, NH 7, NH 3M, NH 13, NH17, and more.

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Vaibhav's 4 days trip to Maharashtra

Good experience. Enjoyed the trip. Thank you to Sonakshi and the driver Sagar for the followup and guide in the trip.. Over all the trip went good an thanks to travel triangle…

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Savanisaiyam's 3 days trip to Maharashtra

Special thanks to shreya rajput to corporate my journey started to ending.. kahi per v issue hota tha to me unko call krke puchta tha to unka really appreciate response tha and mene first time kisi travel through journey ki uska experience itna acha hoga mene socha ni tha... Really appreciate your work shreya ... In future all my trip plan by through shreya

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Nksvetri's 5 days trip to Maharashtra

Thank you, Travel Triangle, for yet another well-organized and memorable travel experience! Thanks to Kunwar Ujjwal of Travel Triangle for his exceptional support. As always, we had a fantastic experience with Travel Triangle and are extremely grateful for their safe and well-planned travel arrangements. From the moment we booked our trip, the team ensured that every detail was meticulously handled, making our journey smooth and stress-free. The coordination between Kunwar Ujjwal and the service providers was seamless, ensuring that our trip was completely hassle-free and thoroughly enjoyable. Thanks to Travel Triangle, we had a truly memorable vacation, and we highly recommend their services to anyone in search of a trusted and reliable travel partner! We had an amazing experience with 'Back to Holidays', all thanks to Shreya, our travel service agent. From the very start, Shreya was incredibly helpful, professional, and attentive to every detail of our travel needs. She ensured that our trip to Matheran, Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar, and Pune was flawlessly planned and executed without a single hassle. Shreya was always available to answer our queries and provide valuable suggestions whenever needed. Her meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction truly stood out. She went the extra mile to ensure we had a reliable and skilled driver, making our journey smooth and enjoyable. Thanks to Shreya of Back to Holidays, we had a stress-free and truly memorable vacation. We highly recommend their services to anyone seeking a well-organized and delightful travel experience. We had the pleasure of having Mr. Pawar as our cab driver arranged by Back to Holidays during this tour to Matheran, Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar, and Pune. His patience and professionalism were truly commendable. Despite the multiple destinations, he remained calm and accommodating throughout the journey. Mr. Pawar's driving skills are excellent, particularly on hilly terrains. He effortlessly navigated the steep slopes, ensuring a safe and comfortable ride for us. His expertise in using Google Maps to locate various places added to the convenience of our trip. Overall, we felt completely safe and well taken care of with Mr. Pawar. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled driver for their travels. Thank you, Mr. Pawar, for making our trip enjoyable and stress-free! Improvements that can be done: Back to Holidays can enhance their service by giving drivers clear itineraries to cover locations systematically based on customer preferences, whether historical sites, temples, viewpoints, or game zones. Additionally, sharing details like toy train timings, temple pooja schedules, and ticket information would help ensure a well-organized sightseeing experience from morning to evening. We had an amazing time exploring various destinations! Riding horseback to the viewpoints in Matheran was an unforgettable experience. At Lonavala, we enjoyed visiting the Ekvira Temple, Karla Caves, Bhaje Caves, Mapro Gardens, Bushi Dam and Narayani Dham Mandir. Mahabaleshwar was breathtaking with Lingmala Waterfall, Mahabaleshwar Temple, Needle View and other scenic points. The Mapro Gardens at Panchgani added a delightful touch to our trip. In Pune, the Ganpati Temple, Sinhagad Fort and Aga Khan Palace were memorable. It was truly a well-rounded and enjoyable journey! Thanks to all.

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Vivek's 4 days trip to Maharashtra

I recently had the pleasure of working with Shreya from Back2Holidays for my trip to Lonavala, and I can confidently say she made the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. Pros : From our first interaction, she was attentive and knowledgeable, quickly understanding my preferences and tailoring the itinerary to match. She provided excellent recommendations for accommodations and activities, ensuring we made the most of our time in Lonavala. Her attention to detail was impressive; every aspect of the trip was well-organized, from transportation to dining options. Throughout the trip, Shreya remained accessible for any questions or last-minute changes as well as charges

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Amit's 7 days trip to Maharashtra

Had a great experience. Hotels were very good, cab service was descent and special mention to travel Agent Sonakshi for continuous follow up of the trip and making sure that it is smooth.

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Nmdas's 6 days trip to Maharashtra

Best trip ever except Aristro hotel at Lonawala Darshan at Tryambakeshwar Jyotirlinga

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Achyutananda's 4 days trip to Maharashtra

Sriya planned my travel trip, and it was amazing! The driver was super nice and well-behaved. Overall, an excellent experience!

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Muniyanelumalai's 3 days trip to Maharashtra

overall trip arrangement by travel traingle is good overall trip arrangement by travel traingle is too good

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Biswajit's 4 days trip to Maharashtra

Quality of hotels and food services needs to be improved. The same feedback was provided to the travel agent too as we found the washroom needs modifications and cleanliness can be improved a lot. The food provided did not have right quality which needs an improvement. The points of Mahabaleshwar was mesmerising however the hours provided by the travel agent could have been little more as we had to really hurry in certain points. However, overall services were good and on time.

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Ishan's 3 days trip to Maharashtra

The trip and all the arrangements are good nothing issue on that part but the hotel you choose is not satisfactory. 1) No kitchen available 2) They insisted only for paid water bottles initially 3) Limited breakfast options available & quantity (means they are purchasing from outside & then provided to guests) Rest all is good. It was a memorable trip for all the guest. Tour manager SHREYA ji assist very well.

Ishan Rawat Bhopal

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There are 10 popular foods in the state of Maharashtra that are loved by locals as well as tourists are Vada Pav, Misal Pav, Sabudana Khichdi, Rassa, Aamti, Bharli Vangi, Poha, Pithla Bhakri, Shrikhand, Puran Poli.

Yes, it is one of the safest cities in the country for the females who want to travel alone. However, it is the traveler’s responsibility to keep some safety measures in mind and stay cautious, especially when out in the night.

There are a total of 11 metro stations in the city. Considering the perpetual traffic jams and heavy population of the city, using the metro to commute is highly suggested.

5 rivers are there in Pune, namely Dev, Pawana, Ram, Mutha, and Mula. the river Mutha has 2 tributaries - Moshi and Ambi.

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