Important Places to Visit Gateway of India, Ajanta Caves, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Elephanta Caves, Tadoba-Andhari National Park,
Historical Info Maharashtra is a state in the western peninsular region of India occupying a substantial portion of the Deccan Plateau. Maharashtra is the second-most populous state in India and the second-most populous country subdivision globally.
Major Crops Cotton, Wheat, Sugarcane, Fruit
Major Industries Textiles, Chemicals, Automobiles
Important Festival Gudi Padwa, Ram Navami, Hanuman Jayanti, Narali Pournima, Mangala Gaur, Janmashtami, Ganeshotsav, Kojagiri, Diwali, Khandoba Festival (Champa Shashthi), Makar Sankranti, Shivaratri, and Holi. Most villages in Maharashtra also have a Jatra or Urus in honour of the village deity.