Question 1

What are the best things to do in Maharashtra?

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1. Camping by the Arthur Lake in Bhandardara: Bhandardara is a resort village and Arthur Lake is one of the most spectacular attractions here. The Lake is abundantly blessed with natural beauty and visitors can camp by the lakeside to revel in the beauty of the lake. There are campgrounds where tourists can pitch their tents, star gaze, and relish scrumptious BBQ dinner. Then, guests can go for forest visits and check out the amazing show that the fireflies put. The next morning, one can wake up to the ecstatic sight of the sun rising in its full glory.Location: Bhandardara near Igatpuri, MaharashtraPrice: Starts INR 1490 per adult2. Bhimashankar Trek: This trekking path is located within the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary and takes you into the deep dense jungles of the reserve through wood clad mountains, and streams. At times, trekkers will also have to climb rocks and ladders to proceed. On the way, trekkers can also spot species like giant squirrels, boars, elephants, etc. Trekkers can also visit the revered Jyotirlinga Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva during the trek.Location: Shri Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Wildlife Reserve, Ganpati Ghat Walkway, Tungi, Maharashtra 410201Price: INR 875 per adult including meals and private transfers3. White Water Rafting in Kolad: River Kundalika in Kolad is the best place in Maharashtra to enjoy the adventurous sport of white river rafting. Rafting in the Grade II and Grade III rapids of the river is totally thrilling and there are so many operators who provide safe rafting under guided supervision. The river is fed by the waters of the dam and hence is seasonal. The peak season for this activity is from July to December when the surroundings look exceptionally green.Location: Kolad, Raigad District, MaharashtraPrice: Starts INR 1450 per adult Timings: 8.00 AM - 4.00 PM Mon 4. Water sports at Tarkarli Beach: Tarkarli Beach in Malvan is a Heaven for water sport lovers. Water babies can indulge in a plethora of adventurous water activities like parasailing, jet skiing, banana boat rides, bumper rides, and motor boat rides for a race against the wind and the wave. Water sports like snorkelling and scuba diving let thrill seekers explore the flourishing and diverse marine life. Kayaking is another famous activity here where you can paddle through the waters of the Arabian Sea in canoe-like boats.Location: Malvan taluka, Sindhudurg district, MaharashtraTimings: 10.00 AM - 4.00 PM Mon- Sun5. Night Jungle Safari at Melghat Tiger Reserve: Melghat means "Confluence of ghats" and this tiger reserve is nestled in the Gavilgarh Hill range. The night jungle safari at the reserve is one of the most enticing activities to do in Maharashtra as visitors can explore the imposing fauna of the reserve in their natural habitat in the dark. During the night safari rides, one can spot tigers, sloth Bear, Indian Gaur, Sambar deer, Leopard, Nilgais, etc. The best time for spotting animals is during the summer months from March to June.Location: Amaravati, MaharashtraPrice: INR 600 per safariTimings: 7.00 PM - 9.00 PM and 4.00 AM - 6.00 AM on all days6. Camping in Kaas Plateau: Kaas Plateau near Mumbai is that vast expansive land that thrives with various species of exotic flora like  Sundew, Pitcher plants, and Venus Fly Trap . Untouched by human inhabitation, camping amidst the wild flowers of the region under the blanket of stars in comfortable tents is purely soul stirring. Campers can also trek through the Kaas village basking in the beauty of the place. Best time to camp in Kaas is during the monsoons where the plants are in full bloom making the place hypnotically beautiful.Location: Satara, MaharashtraPrice: Starts INR 3610 per adult7. Waterfall rappelling at Vihigaon: Descending down the rocky range beside the cascading waters of the Vihigaon waterfall is one of the electrifying things to do in Maharashtra. During this daunting activity, you will be harnessed firmly with the ropes for security reasons. The sheer adventure that this activity gives makes people flock to this place. There is also a Flying Fox activity happening here where you can zoom past like a hawk.Location: Vihigaon Waterfalls, Maharashtra 421602Price: Starts INR 1,000 per adult; Flying Fox at an extra cost of INR 500 per personTimings: 10.00 AM - 5.00 PM Mon - Sun8. Lohagad Fort Trek: Lohagad is a hill fort near Lonavala that was built about 1033 meters above sea level. The trek starts from the base village and ascends up through picturesque and smooth landscapes. Once atop the fort, one can see four doors - Ganesh Darwaaja, Narayan Darwaja, Hanuman Darwaaja, and Maha Darwaaja. During the monsoon, the magical beauty of the surroundings looks lush green and is sure to melt one's heart.Location: Pune District, Maharashtra.Price: Starts INR 680 per adult9. Scuba Diving in Malvan: Malvan Beach is a great place for scuba diving in Maharashtra. One can take the motor boat ride from the Malvan Beach to the scuba diving site, and then dive into the blue waters of the Arabian Sea. As you dive down, the rich aquatic kingdom welcomes you with colorful schools of fish, rare corals, and amazing reef structures. If water adventure is your choice, scuba diving in Malvan should top your list of unique things in Maharashtra.Location: Tarkarli Beach, Malvan, MaharashtraPrice: Starts INR 817 per person10. Paragliding: Kamshet is a small town in Maharashtra where tourists can experience paragliding and cherish the feel of flying like a bird over the beautiful meadows and landscapes of Kamshet. If you are a beginner, you can choose tandem paragliding where the instructor does all the action like take-off, flying, and landing and you can sit back and revel in the beauty around. Instructional tandem is for the more adventurous ones as the instructor will just guide you and take care of your safety while you actually do all the flying, take-off and landing. Acro Paragliding is for professional flyers.Price: Starts INR 2499 per person for tandem paraglidingVideos and photos are charged extra at INR 500Location: Kamshet

Question 2

Which are the historic sites in Maharashtra?

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No doubt walking through the historical sites is among the few best things to do in Maharashtra. Still doubtful where to go? The Gateway of India: This massive arcade, located on the Arabian seashore in Mumbai, is famous for its latticework and construction style.People visit here for sight-seeing and to take a look at the famous Taj Mahal Palace. You can take a ferry from here to reach Elephanta caves and Alibaug.
Ajanta and Ellora Caves: Situated near Aurangabad, these amazing caves house many unique paintings of Buddhist art which are very beautiful.
Bibi – Ka – Maqbara: Known for its similarity to the Taj Mahal, this mausoleum at Aurangabad, is a lovely piece of architecture.
Sindhudurg Fort: Situated in the Konkan region, this magnificent fort also houses a temple dedicated to Shivaji Maharaj and a Shiva temple.
Shaniwar Wada: Located at Pune, the main attractions of this fort, are its many gates each with a unique name and a fountain which resembles a lotus

Question 3

What are the adventure activities to do in Maharashtra?

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1. Harishchandragad Trek: Harishchandragad Fort is one of the ancient hill forts in Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra. Trekkers can trek up the fort and the trekking trail is considered ideal for one day trekking with medium level of physical endurance. During the monsoons, the fort's top gets covered by thick sheets of grey clouds making the trek more adventurous to explore.2. White River Rafting at Kolad: White river rafting in the rapids of River Kundalika in Kolad is for the strong hearted ones who long for spine chilling adventure. The rapids of the river are strong with sudden drops and it does take a brave soul to survive the two hour long river rafting ride.3. Paragliding at Kamshet: If you fancy flying like a bird above the hills and meadows, head to the paragliding station at Kamshet. You can glide in the air with the help of a parachute-like canopy. As you glide through the beautiful landscape of lush green cover and rugged hills of Kamshet, you can enjoy panoramic bird’s views.4. Bhimashankar Trek: Deemed as the most adventurous trekking route in Maharashtra, the Bhimashankar Trek lets you trek through narrow paths made within dense jungles and mountains of the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary. One will also have to encounter multiple waterfalls to trek ahead during monsoons as this is the time when the trek gets super adventurous with slippery paths and gushing streams.5. Water sports at Tarkarli Beach: Tarkarli Beach is a great destination for those who seek water adventure. The beach has a number of thrilling water sports like parasailing, jet skiing, motor boat rides, scuba diving, and banana boat rides.6. Waterfall Rappelling at Vihigaon: Here, adventure enthusiasts descend down the rocky path next to Vihi waterfall from a height of 100 feet. As you go down the rocks steadily,  you could feel the waters of the waterfall pouring on you. While the activity sounds daunting, it is performed under expert supervision and is definitely one of the unique things in Maharashtra.

Question 4

Which are the famous forts in Maharashtra?

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Trekking is one of the most famous activities to do in Maharashtra and forts here are famous amongst trekkers as they offer a splendid view from the top.

Raigad Fort: A picturesque and impregnable fortress built by Shivaji in the 14th century, which is located in Mahad city. It is a much-preferred spot for trekkers during monsoon.
Pratapgad Fort: Located at Satara district, this magnificent fort was constructed by Shivaji. On climbing to the top of the fort, one gets a breath-taking view of the picturesque surroundings.
Shivneri Fort: This beautiful and well-maintained fort, in Junnar town, is notable mainly for being the birthplace of Shivaji Maharaj and also has a memorial in his name.
Sinhagad Fort: A favourite destination for trekking enthusiasts, this amazing fort, located southwest to Pune, is said to be 2000 years old.

Question 5

Which are the most famous temples to visit in Maharashtra?

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Maharashtra is a very social state. Its temples are rich in architecture, and there are innumerable temples in Maharashtra just like any other state.

Siddhivinayak Temple, Mumbai: Siddhivinayak Temple is located in Dadar, Mumbai. It is said to be a “Swayambhu”. A structure representing Lord Ganesh was found there naturally, and then the temple was constructed around it.
Mahalakshmi Temple, Mumbai: It was constructed by Dhakji Dadaji in 1831. Goddess Lakshmi, Saraswati and Kali bless the temple. It has a beautiful architecture which makes it a must visit temple to visit.
Shirdi, Pune: Sai Baba was the greatest saint of his age. Shirdi is the place where Sai Baba spent his life taking care of the people around him. The Sai Baba temple here is famous and attracts thousands of pilgrimages from all parts of India on Dussehra every year
Shani Shingnapur: It is located at 72 km from Shirdi. Lord Shani is worshipped here, and it is believed to be “jagrut devasthan.”
Ganpatipule: It is a small beach town. It is famous for its 400 years old Ganapati Temple.

Question 6

What are the best beaches in Maharashtra?

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These are some of the most famous beaches in Maharashtra:

Kashid Beach: A very popular beach in the Konkan region, it is renowned for its clear blue water and white sands plus the lush green hillocks and paddy fields nearby.
Ganapatipule: Situated at Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, this captivating beach has a rich flora here with rocky cliffs makes this beach a preferred holiday spot.
Tarkarli beach: At Sindhudurg district, this beach is a tranquil holiday destination with its pristine water and surrounding panoramic scenery. A famous place for scuba divers which makes it one of the most beautiful things to do in Maharashtra.

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