Important Destinations of Deccan Odyssey

Mumbai

Mumbai, the commercial capital of India is one of the most developed cities of India. Mumbai is the booming capital city of Mahrashtra with its beautiful range of attractions for its visitors coming from all around the globe. From nature lovers to science addicts to the common tourists the city of dreams, Mumbai has something special to offer to every single traveler. Today, Mumbai is a city of migrants. People from all over the country and world have come and settled here. This gives the society of Mumbai a multi-lingual and multi-cultural hue.


Ratnagiri

Ratnagiri is one of the four districts of the Konkan region in the southwestern part of Maharashtra State on the Arabian Sea coast. The birthplace of Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak - the man who fired the 'Swadeshi Movement' and spearheaded the fight against the British as it entered the 20th century, Ratnagiri is an ideal hangout for both the history and leisure lovers. Ratnagiri became the administrative capital under the Bijapur rulers. Forming a part of the greater tract - Konkan, Ratnagiri is historically famous for it long coastline and convenient harbours, together with it comparative nearness to the Arabian Sea. The surrounding area is bounded by the Sahyadri Hills on the West; the heavy rainfall results into highly eroded landscape in the coastal region.


Nagari

Nagari is the part of AndhraPradesh, major people speak tamil language and next language is telugu. Nagari is famous for cotton industries even more cotton would be transported to other countries. Nagari is having famous lake that call it as kusastali nadhi, nagari population some were around 25,000, it is the second major constitution in chittoor district, famous temples are eswar temple, perumal temple near by desamma devastanam and buggagudi (5km distance from nagari).


Sawantwadi

Sawantwadi is one of the proud heritage town of india which has a distinction of preserving its own rich tradition and handicraft. Situated on the southernmost point of Sindhudurgh this elite heritage destination is entry point from tourist place Goa. Its main attractions are heritage properties. Moti Talav (Lake) & wooden Toys. This land is charming in every detail & graceful Moti talav is like a feather in the cap of Sawantwadi. Which resides in enchanting landscape formed by pleasing green hills all around. Today newly renovated garden near talav beckons tourist. Boating facility is also available in the lake for water sports lovers.


Goa

Goa - the tiny emerald land on the western coastline of India is the most favourite hangout of the tourists coming from all over. This former Portuguese colony reflects the glory of the past as well as the presents. Temples and churches mingle with forts and the ruins of ages gone by. A tropical paradise, Goa is enchanting all year round, especially during the monsoon, which has its own magic. Golden and galvanizing Goa has much to offer to the tourists. Goa is today the most loved holiday destination of the International as well as the domestic travellers.


Pune

Pune is a cultural city of the state of Maharashtra that wears a rich historical heritage identified with the glorious rule of Marathas. Pune contributed significantly to the freedom movement and produced heroes like Lokmanya Bal Ganga Dhar Tilak, Sane Guruji and the Chapekar brothers. Being the cultural hub of western India Puna attracts tourists throughout the year. Today, Pune is home to several esteemed educational institutions too and suitably is also known as the Oxford of the East.

A busy, bustling town, Pune has its own charm - the National Defence Academy, Shaniwar Wada, Bund Gardens, the Snake Park, the Raja Kelkar Museum and the Kasturba Gandhi Samadhi Mandir-(Agakhan Palace) contributing generously to this charm. The city celebrates the Ganesh Festival on a grand scale. With Pune as your base, you can make an exciting journey into history by visiting any of the historic forts of Shivaji-Pratapgad, Raigad, Shivneri and Sinhagad. It is also a convenient take off point for the Ashtavinayaka pilgrimage tours.


Aurangabad

Aurangabad, situated in the central part of Maharashtra is one of the most visited travel destinations in India. Previously known as Khadke, Aurangabad is named after Aurangzeb, who established a capital here in 1633. Though the splendour of the 16th and 17th centuries found its supreme expressions in the royal monuments of Delhi and Agra, there is enough in Aurangabad to reward the interested travelers. Today, Aurangabad is also emerging as an industrial center, with silk fabrics as the major industry. Aurangabad has a number of awesome monumental attractions, other than the world renowned EIlora and Ajanta caves, located nearby.


Nasik

Nasik, as a place defined as a holy city, has enough legend attached to it. Nasik, the holy city, located in state of Maharashtra is home to the place where Laxmana (brother of Lord Rama), chopped of the nose of Ravana's sister, Shupranakha and it is believed to be the same place from where Ravana kidnapped Sita (wife of Lord Rama). Set against the River Godavari, Nasik delightfully displays its ancient past in its relics and magnificent temples. The Kumbh Mela is held at twelve different places and one of them is Nasik too. The foundation of the city is built on legends and myths. The city has its trademark spires and domes rising over conventional industrial estates and residential areas. The busy life of Nasik is best observed and experienced at the riverside market with rows of shops. Today, Nasik is India's biggest grape-growing region. Nestled in the Western Ghats of India, Nasik has a climate perfect for wine grapes and it is on par with wine-growing regions in Spain, California and Australia.