Sightseeing Highlights:
Ambazari Lake spread over 15.4 sq km on the western outskirts of the city is the biggest lake in Nagpur. Surrounded by a scenic garden and children's park, it is a major attraction for visitors and also has boating on the lake. Musical fountain shows and aero-modelling shows are quite popular in the weekends.
Shri Vyankatesh Temple and Balaji Mandir at Seminary Hills are the important city temples. Maharaj Baug Zoo is a botanical garden and mini-zoo that was originally built by the Bhonsle rulers, and is now a popular tourist highlight.
An important landmark of Nagpur is Sitabuldi Fort right on top of a hill. Built in 1857 by a British officer, the fort has a war memorial for the soldiers who died in the battle between Marathas and the British. Presently, the fort is under the Indian Army and is open only on national holidays.
Shopping:
Nagpur is known for its handloom saris, silk border dhotis and of course, fresh oranges. Famous shopping spots are Sitabuldi, WHC Road, Dharampeth Road and Residency Road.
Excursions:
Ramtek, 50 Km from Nagpur, is a hill where a 600-year old Ram Temple is located. The famous poet Kalidas wrote his legendary epic Meghdoot here and hence, a Kalidas Memorial was built at the spot.
The Tadoba National Park is around 100 Km away from Nagpur and is the oldest forest in Maharashtra. Tigers, panthers, sloth bear, wild dog, sambar and barking deer can be seen here.
Tourism info:
MTDC Nagpur
Sanskrutik Bachat Bhavan, Sitabuldi
Nagpur-440 012
Telephone: 0712-2533325
Nagpur lies right at the geographical centre of India along the River Nag, from which the city derives its name. The capital of the erstwhile Central Province, Nagpur is a growing metropolis with a large commercial hub. The Marathi-majority Vidarbha region was merged with the state of Maharashtra in 1960, and Nagpur was awarded the status of second capital.
Famous for its superior quality oranges, Nagpur is popularly called the Orange City. The city's foundation was laid by the Gond King of Deogad in 1702, who ruled for years before conceding power to the British. Nestling in the Satpura Hills, this city is also the second greenest in India, and one of its cleanest. A culturally active city, Nagpur hosts classical music concerts, exhibitions and plays regularly. |
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