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Located in western India, Maharashtra is bordered by the states of Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Goa. The Arabian Sea makes up the state's western coast. Mumbai, the capital city of Maharashtra, is India's largest city and a prime centre of economy and culture. Nagpur is the second capital of the state.
Bollywood is commonly referred to as Hindi cinema, and it is one of the largest film producers in the world, the largest in terms of number of films produced.
Best time to visit:
September to April
Major cities of interest:
Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik,Jalgaon, Solapur, Thane, Aurangabad , Kohlapur, Ratnagiri.
Fairs & Festivals:
Ganesh festival, Ellora festival (March), Kumbh mela, Banganga festival, Elephanta festival.
Throughout India: Holi, Dusshera
Sightseeing:
Ellora caves, Ajanta caves,Aurangabad caves, Elephanta caves, Juhu beach, Gateway of India, Marine drive, Chowpatti beach
Shopping:
Antiques, jewelery, wooden articles, leather wear, clothes and shoes
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