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Brief -
  
 
One of the most important cities of peninsular India, Nagpur is situated on the banks of the River Nag in Maharashtra. Termed as the winter capital of Maharashtra, it is among the greenest cities of India, today, and is known the world over for its oranges. An upcoming industrial city, it offers a number of opportunities to the business - minded traveller. Take a stroll in the verdant settings of this city or explore other geteway options. It is a colourful city, and celebrates most Hindu festivals with zest.
  
     
 
History -
 
 

Part of one of the oldest inhabited regions of India, dating back to the Vedic Age, Nagpur has a rich history, having been ruled, by almost, every important dynasty of the subcontinent. It has also been the seat of power of the Devagad dynasty, the capital of Central Provinces of British India and for a while the capital of Central Province (Madhya Pradesh) of independent India before it was merged with Maharashtra.

  
     
 
Culture - Climate & Geographical Location -
 
 
The climate of Nagpur is tropical. While summers are very harsh, the monsoon season is very humid and pleasant during winters, when the average maximum temperature is about 25-27 deg C. Light woolens are sufficient to keep out the chill. Strategically located in the Deccan Plateau, this magnificent city is at 305 meters above seal level and shares its boundaries with Bhandardara on the east, Amaravati and Wardha to the west and Chandrapur to the south. To the north, this district shares boundaries with the state of Madhya Pradesh.
  
     
 
How to Reach -
  
 
Nagpur is well connected by road, rail and air. The airport is around 10 km from the main city and is well connected with important cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Raipur, Bhuvaneshwar, Calcutta and Hyderabad. By rail, the Nagpur railway station is located at the heart of the city. There are regular rail connections with Mumbai, Bangalore, Calcutta, Delhi and Hyderabad. Nagpur is also well connected by road and the bus stand is located near the Raj Bhavan. It operates a good service for nearby places like Sevagram, Ramtek, Jalgaon and even for Hyderabad and Madhya Pradesh.
  
 
 
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MAHARAJBAGH ZOO - The Maharajbagh Zoo is an interesting place to visit, located near the banks of the Nag River which flows through the city. Even though the zoo houses a limited number of species, it is nevertheless a nice place to see, especially if you are with kids.
  
 
 
 
RAMTEK - The name Ramtek literally means " The Hill of Ram". Its main attraction is the fort, built on top of this hill. Raghuji Bhosle, the first Bhosle ruler of Nagpur, is said to have built this fort in 1740.
  
 
 
 
SEVAGRAM - Sevagram (the village of service) is located some 8 km from the city. Everyday, at 4.30 am and again at 6.00 pm, multi-religious prayers are conducted here, in which you are welcome to participate.
  
 
 
 
SITABULDI FORT - It is located in the centre of Nagpur, built atop a hill having steep slopes, and is protected by a moat. There is a War Memorial within the fort, built in the memory of soldiers, who died in the battle between the Marathas and the British.