Nagpur
The city famous for its oranges is located in the state of Maharashtra. The river ‘Nag’ flows through the city assuming a snakelike pattern. The name ‘Nagpur’ can be attributed to the river ‘Nag’. Nagpur is surrounded by natural reserves and is a great place to visit. Nagpur used to be an important centre of Maratha rule during the 18th century. The culture and history of the place still hold onto a reminiscent memory of the Maratha empire.
Tourist attractions of Nagpur
The oldest and largest national park of Maharashtra is located near Nagpur. The Tadoba national park is a very popular tourist spot. The flora and fauna in the park is a delight for tourists looking for a nice wildlife adventure. The Azambari Lake, Deekshabhoomi, Pench tiger reserve, Bor wildlife sanctuary and Sevagram are also great places for tourism in and around Nagpur.
Things to do in Nagpur
Surrounded by a density of great natural reserves, Nagpur is a great place for wildlife enthusiasts. They can check out the various natural reserves close to the city and have a great time. There is a chance of spotting the majestic Royal Bengal tiger in Tadoba National park. The geographical centre of India is located in Nagpur and it is called the ‘Zero Mile Stone’. The city also has a great collection of cotton textiles.
Airport in Nagpur
Nagpur airport is called the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International airport. There are 13 check-in counters, 9 immigration counters and 3 security check kiosks at the terminal. Currently the airport handles domestic flights. Apart from Rajahmundry to Nagpur flights, IndiGo also operates other connecting flights to and fro the city.
- Airport address: Wardha road, Nagpur, Maharashtra 440005.
- Airport IATA code: NAG