The famous
city of India Nagpur is the winter capital of Maharashtra state. This city has
gained the huge popularity in last few years for its educational and trade
improvements. This growing city is 3rd biggest metropolis of Maharashtra
following Mumbai and then Pune. Population of city is approx 2405421 according
to survey conducted in 2011. Nagpur is recorded as the cleanest and green city
of India. The city plays vital role in commercial and political matters of the
state. The production of fruits in Nagpur makes it more special than other
cities of India. The metropolis is also recognized as "Orange City"
for major growth and trade of oranges in India.
Founder of
the city was Gonds, though it becomes the part of Maratha kingdom under the
Bhonsle. Later in 19th century the BEIC (British East India Company) overtook
Nagpur city and created it as capital of the CP (Central Provinces) and Berar.
Because of dense forests and many tiger reserves the Nagpur city was also
declared as Tiger Capital of India.
Nag River of
Nagpur is famous as the city got its name after the river. Nag means snake
which means there are countless snakes in the city due to greenery everywhere.
Talking about tourist attraction in city there are certain areas where
travelers can visit to make their holidays special. Few big locations are
Balaji Mandir, the Seminary Hill, the Ambazari Lake, Maharaj Baug and
Zoological Park.
Few must
visit locations of Nagpur are described below:
Dhamma
Chakra Stupa: also known as Diksha Bhumi is first spot in attraction list. This
stupa is having religious values for Buddhist, though any cast peoples visit
the spot. In this stupa Dr. Bhem Rao Ambedkar began the conversion about the
Buddhism to Dalit people of India. That day is declared as Ashok Vijaya Dashmi
by the state government of Maharashtra.
Ambazari
Lake: next spot comes is lake recognized as Ambazari. This picnic spot is best
location for local people, though tourist must visit the spot too. Here the
visitors can take pleasure of boating and theme garden. The park contains
several amusement items for children. The musical fountain is also finest thing
to watch in Ambazari Lake.
Futala Lake:
another lake of Nagpur is Futala. The hangout of local people on weekend is
common here. The lake is constructed with all beauties and tourist will
definitely enjoy the charming atmosphere and the colorful fountains at this
spot.
Lake Garden
Sakkardara: one more weekend destination is Sakkardara Lake and garden. The big
playing areas and the scenery of the park attracts local as well as visitors.
Maharaj
Bagh: also known as botanical garden of Nagpur is next famous spot for
travelers. Loads of visitors are arriving Maharaj Bagh every year due to its
beauty. This impressive garden was made by the king of Bhonsle Empire. The
nearest other spot where tourist can visit is zoo housing some rare types of
birds and animals.
Musical
Garden: the park with musical event is next special tourist spot of Nagpur. The
park is located at Surya Nagar constructed under the instruction of Jaiprakash
Gupta who is the trustee of NIT group. Locally garden is recognized as LMMG
(Lata Mangeshkar Musical Garden).
Shukrawari
Lake: experienced people suggest the 275 years old Shukrawari Lake is best spot
of Nagpur particularly for weekend picnics. Lake is also recognized as Gandhi
Sagar, though earlier it was known as Jumma Talab. Boating and Lord Ganesh
temple visits are some more attraction areas in this lake.
Telangkhedi Lake: Nagpur is the city of lakes so tourists are going to have lots of natural beauty spots. Telangkhedi is one known as finest picnic spots of the city, though the lake is situated in the outskirts. Family visitors can spend lots of time at this lake and can enjoy the boating and several gardens in the area.
Bohra
Masjid: few religious destinations of Nagpur are also famous. Bohra Masjid is
popular for architectural structure situated in Shanti Nagar. This mosque is
built for Dawoodi Bohra society. On Friday the mosque gets completely busy with
Muslim community people.
Ramtek Fort
Temple: temple located inside the Ramtek fort is attracting tourist throughout
the nation. People assume that Lord Rama did rest prior to leaving to Lanka.
Attaining to
Nagpur:
Some big
cities that are directly connected to Nagpur are Bhopal (383 kms away),
Hyderabad (489 kms away), Indore (607 kms away), Pune (766 kms away), and
Mumbai (875 kms away).
By Rail:
Nagpur itself having railway station linked through central and South-East
railway lines. Lots of super fast and passenger trains crossing the Nagpur
city.
By Air: the
domestic airport situated in Sone Gaon, Nagpur is allowing travelers to attain
flights from big cities of India. However, the airport is just six kms away
from the center part of city. Flights from Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai and Delhi
to Nagpur are available at regular time.
By Road:
State transport of Nagpur is having frequent buses from various cities of
India. Maharashtra Government buses are available direct from Mumbai to Nagpur,
though the distance among Mumbai and Nagpur is 467 kms.
