Top 5 Maharastra Travel Destinations

The Best Places to Travel in Maharastra

Mumbai, the capital city of Maharastra, is the financial capital of India and the home of India's Bollywood film industry. Also called India's "maximum city", Mumbai is known for its extreme standards of living, fast paced lifestyle, and the making (or breaking) of dreams. Stunning examples of colonial British architecture can be found all over the city and make up many of Mumbai's top attractions. Mumbai also has a pulsating nightlife, with unforgettable bars, live music venues, and traveler hangouts.

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The Ajanta and Ellora Caves are located near Aurangabad in northern Maharastra, around 400 kilometers (250 miles) from Mumbai. There are 34 caves at Ellora dating from between the 6th and 11th centuries AD, and 29 caves at Ajanta dating back to between the 2nd century BC and 6th century AD. While the Ajanta caves are rich in paintings and sculpture, the Ellora caves are renowned for their extraordinary architecture. The most incredible thing about all these caves is that they were crafted by hand, with only a hammer and chisel.

Maharastra's Konkan Coast, which stretches south along the coast from Mumbai to Goa, is home to some beautiful undeveloped beaches. Alibaug is a very popular getaway due to its proximity to Mumbai. However, venture further down the coast and you'll find plenty of lesser discovered beaches to explore. Ganpatipule and Tarkarli are two enticing beaches that are becoming hot destinations. The Maharastra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) provides quality beachfront accommodations at both places.

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The closest hill settlement to Mumbai, Matheran was discovered in 1850 by the British during their occupation of India and subsequently developed into a popular summer retreat. At height of 800 meters (2,625 feet) above sea level, this serene place provides a cooling escape from searing temperatures. However, the most unique thing about it and what makes it so special, is that all vehicles are banned there -- even bicycles. It's a soothing place to relax away from any noise and pollution. Get there by taking the scenic toy train.

Travel on the Matheran Toy Train

The popularity of wine in India has started growing rapidly. Along with it, India is also experiencing a boom in wine tourism. Many Indian vineyards now have tasting rooms, so wine enthusiasts can enjoy exploring India's wine regions. It's often possible to complete the experience by staying at at the vineyards. India's main wine region is Nashik, around four hours northeast of Mumbai, in Maharastra.

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