Nagpur

Nagpur, the center of India identified with a milestone showing Zero, is a vibrant town located in the state of Maharashtra located at its north eastern parts. Nagpur literally means the abode of serpent God Nag and is also known as Orange city with its famous variety of oranges. Nagpur is the trade centre for the high quality delicious oranges grown in the city and its outskirts. The present day city was founded by Bhakt Buland, an erstwhile prince of the region in 18th century.

Nagpur boasts its rich heritage. It is renowned as a cultural, commercial, political and industrial centre in the Maratha region. Crowned with the ardent history of past, the present Nagpur is one of the power centers of Indian and Maratha politics. With the headquarters of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) at Reshimbagh, Nagpur is hub of the political activities in India.

Nagpur is a famous education centre too. Many renowned universities and the elite group of scholar communities add the credits to the educational activities in Nagpur. Present Nagpur thrives with industrial developments. Agriculture is the traditional way of living in Nagpur. Major crops include cotton, sugarcane, spices and jowar.

Nagpur breasts many important tourist attractions. Pench National Park, the mammoth stupa at Deeksha Bhoomi and the temple of Sri Podeshwar Ram are some of the important attractions. Historically Nagpur has been renowned for its hospitality. Nagpur attracts thousands of tourists to its lap with versatile lakes, picturesque gardens, lusting green forests and luxurious amnesties for the privileged travelers.