Nagpur
नमस्कार Rotaractors! We, the team ‘Mahabloggers’ from Rotaract district 3131, Pune, India, welcome you aboard on this virtual tour, ‘ महाराष्ट्राची चंदेरी दुनिया’ around our glorious and magnificent state of Maharastra with 36 spectacular and eminent districts, each rich with its distinct culture, heritage, and history, yet rooted to the illustrious spirit of valor of this state, which is the जन्मभूमी of innumerous brave and historically significant personalities. So, fasten your seat belts as we take you around the resplendent districts of Maharashtra. Our first destination for this tour is Nagpur.
Introduction of Nagpur:-
The city of Nagpur is the winter capital of the state and is a fast-growing metropolis. It is the third-largest city in Maharashtra following Mumbai and Pune. Even with a population of over 46 Lakhs, Nagpur manages to be ranked as one of the cleanest and greenest cities in India.
Founded by Gonds, Nagpur later became a part of the Maratha Empire under the Bhonsales and was then taken over by the British in the 19th century and it became the capital of the Central Provinces and Berar. The old Nagpur has the Nag river flowing through it, and since the river flows in a serpentine pattern, the name of the city and the River come from the word “Nag” meaning snake.
Life in Nagpur can be traced back to the 8th century BC, and the Mehir burial sites at Druuugdhama indicate megalithic culture existed around Nagpur and is still present there today. The first reference to the name Nagpur was found in an inscription on a 10th-century copper-plate discovered in the neighboring district of Wardha. The inscription is a record of a grant of a village situated in the visaya (district) of Nagpur-Nandivardhana during the time of Rashtrakuta king Krsna III in the Saka year 862 (940 CE). Towards the end of the third century King Vakataka dynasty, Vindhya Shakti is known to have ruled the Nagpur region.
Culture and traditions of Nagpur:-
Marathi is the official and the most spoken language in Nagpur although Hindi and Varhadi (a spoken dialect of Marathi) are also spoken in the city. The Marathi spoken here is different from the Marathi spoken in western Maharashtra, however. Marathi, English, and Hindi are used for the transaction of business in the Legislature of the State.
The city contains people from other Indian states as well as people belonging to the world’s major faiths, and yet is known for staying calm during communal conflicts in India. Nagpur boasts many religious structures that hold importance for differing religious beliefs. Deekshabhoomi and Dragon Palace are important religious places for Buddhists across India and the world.
Nagpur plays host to cultural events throughout the year. Cultural and literary societies in Nagpur include Vidarbha Sahitya Sangh (for development of Marathi), Vidarbha Rashtrabhasha Prachar Samiti (promotion and spreading Hindi), and Vidarbha Hindi Sahitya Sammelan (for promoting Hindi).
Tourism of Nagpur:-
Dams, Lakes, Forts, and Gardens, Nagpur has it all. Like most cities in Maharashtra, Nagpur too has endless scenic beauty that travelers can enjoy, and a lot of tourist attractions to cover. Here are some people should remember:
- Khindsi Lake: Surrounded by Verdant forests on all sides, this lake has been a tourist hotspot for its breathtaking view and the motorboat, pedal boat, and other such rides. There is also an adventure park near to it with options of jungle trekking available to those interested.
2. Satpura Botanical Garden: On the Seminary Hills near the Phutala Lake stands this beautiful garden that attracts thousands of tourists to it like bees to honey. The garden houses various rare species of plants and is a great place for anyone interested in botany and other associated sciences.
3. Sitabuldi Fort: The site of the 1817 battle of Sitabuldi stands at the top of a small hillock in the middle of Nagpur. Built by Appa Sahib or Mudhoji II Bhonsle of the kingdom of Nagpur just before he fought the British East India Company during the Third Anglo-Maratha War, the inside of the fort holds graves of many British soldiers and the cell where Mahatma Gandhi was held. The fort opens to the public on 26th January and 15th August only.
Food of Nagpur:-
The city is famous for its oranges, which have some typical qualities that have recently begun to attract international attention. Numerous beverages are made out of the oranges. Santa Barfi is also a famous dish, arising from orange which is produced locally in Nagpur. Mominpura is a majority Muslim area of the city and it is famous for its Mughal dishes and Biryani. The city is also famous for rare black chickens called Kadaknath Chicken which is cooked in varhadi style.
This was all about the beautiful district of Nagpur from our side. If you hail from Nagpur and found this blog great, then please do let us know in our comment section below and share this with your other Nagpurkars. Also let us know if we have missed out on any amazing spot from Nagpur. Like, share and do comment on our blogs so that they reach maximum rotaractors who wish to travel and know more about our Maharashtra.
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