TOP 9 HISTORICAL PLACES IN MAHARASHTRA !

TOP 9 HISTORICAL PLACES IN MAHARASHTRA.

1. THE GATEWAY OF INDIA, MUMBAI:-

The Gateway of India is a monument, located on the waterfront in the Apollo Bunder area in South Mumbai. The Gateway of India is a major tourist destination and a popular gathering spot for locals, street vendors and the the photographers.

2. BIBI-KA-MAQBARA, AURANGABAD:-

The Bibi ka Maqbara is also called the Dakkhani Taj in the principal monument of Aurangabad and its historic city. The beautiful mausoleum bears a striking resemblance to the famous Taj Mahal and one of the 7 wonders of Maharashtra.

3. NEW PALACE (SHAHU PALACE), KOLHAPUR:-

Shree Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj’s palace is also known as the new palace of Kolhapur is an excellent specimen of architecture built in black polished stone. The masterpiece of Kolhapur has been an attraction for tourists with a garden, fountain and wrestling ground.

4. DIKSHABHOOMI, NAGPUR:-

Dikshabhoomi is a sacred monument of Buddhism, situated in Nagpur and regarded as a pilgrimage center of Buddhism in India. Dr.Ambedkar converted to Buddhism here and one of the two places of great importance in the life of Dr.Ambedkar.

5. RAJABAI CLOCK TOWER, MUMBAI:-

Rajabai Clock Tower is a clock tower in South Mumbai, a beautiful clock tower erected during the reign of the British Empire in India. The landmark heritage structures tower has one of the best stained glass windows in the city and one of the top 12 famous clock tower in India.

6. 52 GATES, AURANGABAD:-

Aurangabad is known as the City of Gates, Out of the 52 only four main and nine subordinate gates have survived. The most famous, oldest and biggest gate of Aurangabad is the Bhadkal Gate near the  Naukhanda Palace, others are Delhi Gate, Kaala Darwaza, Rangeen Darwaza and Makai gate.

7. AJANTA AND ELLORA CAVES, AURANGABAD:-

Ajanta and Ellora caves are considered to be one of the most significant historical places in Maharashtra owing to the magnificent paintings of Ajanta and well-carved sculptures of Ellora. The rock-cut caves containing carving are the finest example of Indian paintings and sculpture. They are a must- visit historical place in Maharashtra.

8. SHANIWAR WADA, PUNE:-

The former love-nest of Bajirao and Kashi, the Shaniwar Wada in Pune is now one of the most popular tourist destination in Maharashtra. This grand mansion was built by the Peshwa Bajirao I himself as the residence of the Peshwa. Covering a vast area of about 625 acres, the paace is the ideal place to catch a glimpse of Maharashtra’s rich history.

9. DAULATABAD FORT, AURANGABAD:-

Located 15 kms away from the main city of Aurangabad, Daulatabad Fort is an ancient fortification that rises formidably from the midst of verdant greenery. Often hailed as one of the Seven Wonders  of of Maharashtra, this architectural marvel is believed to have been built in the 12^th century.