The name Nagpur translates to the ‘City of Snakes’. Nagpur is a beautiful destination to visit and it gets its name from the river ‘Nag’ which flows through the city following a snake-like pattern. Nagpur is located in the geographical centre of India.
Nagpur is one of the largest cities of the State of Maharashtra. The winter capital of Maharashtra, Nagpur is famous for its delicious crop of oranges. Nagpur is a quaint place to visit. It offers a taste of cultural history enveloped in the lush lap of natural beauty and is bound to leave you loving the city. Nagpur was an important centre of the Maratha rule in the 18th century.
Things to do in Nagpur
Nagpur is a city with a sprawling number of temples. One can visit temples like the Swaminarayan Temple, the Nagpur Ramtek Temple or the Deekshabhoomi monument.
Nagpur is surrounded by lush natural reserves and one cannot miss out on the opportunity to explore the natural offering when visiting Nagpur. You can visit numerous natural reserves in and around Nagpur or historical monuments that have been standing there since the establishment of the city.
Don’t forget to try out the famous oranges of Nagpur!
Tourist attractions of Nagpur
You can literally stand on the central point of India when you visit the Zero Mile Stone monument in Nagpur. The originating point of the Nag River, which is the Ambazari Lake is one of the most preferred tourist spots of Nagpur. Located in the heart of Nagpur, the Raman science centre is another interesting place to visit.
Nagpur is located near the oldest and largest national park in Maharashtra, which is the Tadoba Andhari National Park. The national park is a must for tourists who enjoy wildlife safaris. You can have the joy of spotting the majestic Royal Bengal tigers who inhabit the reserve. The flora and fauna of the reserve also house a variety of other animals and birds. 85 km from Nagpur lies a small town called Markandi, which is an ancient ruin with scintillating paintings and sculptures.
Places to shop in Nagpur
To enjoy the traditional shopping experience of Nagpur, one can visit Sitabuldi Main Road. Sitabuldi Main Road is the go-to destination to shop for Nagpur’s exquisite collection of cotton products ranging from clothes to handicrafts.
Best time to visit Nagpur
The best season to visit Nagpur would be between the months of October and February. The weather will be temperate and suitable for tourism.
Modes of transport in Nagpur
Nagpur stays connected through a great metro railway system, which is the fastest mode of transport. Other modes of travel include public buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis. Private cabs are also available for hire if one wants to visit places nearby Nagpur.
Weather in Nagpur
Nagpur like the rest of India has a tropical climate. It experiences severe heat waves in the summer months. Rainfall is experienced from the month of July. The winter sees pleasant weather conditions.
Airport in Nagpur
Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International airport (IATA: NAG) is the only airport in Nagpur. It handles around 7500 passengers on a daily basis. More information on Nagpur Airport can be found on the IndiGo website.
