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West India
Western India covers states like Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra
West India include the states like Goa and Gujarat in addition to
Maharashtra. Western Part is popular because of Bombay, Goa (For its
beaches), Rann of Katch (Gujarat), Temples of Ajanta & Ellora (
Aurangabad, Maharashtra) & Wildlife Santuaries in Gujarat. After the
vibrant atmosphere of Bombay, allow the palm-fringed beaches of Goa to
warm your spirit in the sun and relax your mind. Or meditate in cool and
ancient Buddhist caves tunnelled out of solid rock on the craggy
hillsides - a dramatic contrast from the colourful fairs and festivals
in unspoiled Gujarat. The choice is once again tremendous in this land
that offers everything Bombay - Gateway of India.
Variously known as "Rome of the East", "Tourist Paradise" and "Pearl of
the Orient", the state of Goa is located on the western coast of India
in the coastal belt known as Konkan. The magnificent scenic beauty and
the architectural splendours of its temples, churches and old houses
have made Goa a firm favourite with travellers around the world.
Places to see
Panaji: The capital of Goa and headquarters of North Goa District, a
small a charming city on the left bank of silvery Mandovi River, with
beautiful red-roofed houses, built in Latin style, also boasts of many
modern houses, well laid garden, statues and avenue s lined with
Gulmohar, Acassia and other trees. Enchantit panorama unfolds from atop
Altinho (Hill Top).
Wildlife
The rugged western ghats make it an ideal haven for many species of
birds and animals and also provide a corridor for migration. The western
ghats called the Sahyadris in Goa, extend for a total of 600kms in Goa
of their total length of 3702 kms. The widest belt of forests along the
western ghats is in Goa and neighbouring Karnataka state. The high
rainfall accounts for this because the elevation of the mountain range
here is lower.
Cuisine in Goa
Visitors to Goa tend to think that food and drink in Goa means the
famous fish, curry, rice and feni package. And for most Goans these are
indeed the three basic necessities of life -- fish, curry and rice. They
combine to make a heavenly daily meal for the average Goan. But Goan
cuisine, like the land itself, has many flavours and tastes with its
vast treasure trove of culinary delicacies.
People and lifestyle
Goa s isolation from the rest of India for more than four centuries
under the Portuguese rule, its geographical borders in the form of the
Sahyadri ranges and the tidal rivers have managed to give the people of
Goa a unique and separate identity. The people of Goa prefer to call
themselves Goans and not Goanese as mentioned in guidebooks and
brochures. Goans are very much aware of this unique identity; they are
proud of it and guard it fiercely.
The most convenient entry point into Gujarat is through the metropolis
of Ahmedabad. The city contains some very fine museums, the Calico
Museum of Textiles being considered among the world’s finest.
Ahmedabad’s walled city is a living testimony to its heritage of
crafts as women walk by in dazzling embroidered garments and flashing
ethnic silver jewellery. Traditional Ahmedabad combines mosques of
inspired workmanship, wooden Jain temples, unique stone stepwells and
houses with ornately carved wooden balconies and window screens.
Modern Ahmedabad, just across the River Sabarmati spanned by four
bridges, is a showpiece of contemporary architecture with designs by Le
Corbusier, Louis Kahn and the best known Indian architects. Ahmedabad is
a convenient base for a number of excursions, Modhera being the best
known. 106 km away, this is one of the very few sun temples in the
country.
Gujarat’s loveliest beach – and the state is well endowed with them
– is Ahmedpur Mandvi whose chief attraction is the ethnic beach
resort. Cottages modelled on rural Gujarati architecture look out onto a
secluded beach, one of the state’s chief centres for water sports:
Maharashtra, a state where a millennium of culture weaves a tapestry of
myriad charms. The spiritual solace of centuries. The sylvan serenity of
the countryside. The stillness of a thicket disturbed only by a tiger
flashing past, or the symphony of tradition from its varied population.
All abound in a unique togetherness. In Maharashtra, a state as vivid as
vivacious.
Maharashtra, a state where a millennium of culture weaves a tapestry of
myriad charms. The spiritual solace of centuries. The sylvan serenity of
the countryside. By Air: There is an extensive network of flights from
Mumbai s Sahar (international) and Santa Cruz (domestic) airports. There
are domestic flights to all the major cities of the country.
History
The Chinese pilgrim, Hiun Tsang, visited Maharashtra during AD 640-641
and was very impressed by the prosperity of the country, the efficiency
of the administration and the character of the people. He called the
land Mo-ho-lo-cha (Moholesh), and was perhaps the first person to
discuss the region and its people.
Places to see
Mumbai (Bombay): Mumbai was given by Portuguese as dowry to Charles II
of England when he married Catherine. The group of seven island was
leased to the East India Company who offered freedom of business and
religion to persons who came and settled here. Initially a few Parsis
and Gujarati came.
Bombay Natural History Society : This private institution was
established in 1883, A unique centre, its activities are manifold and
involve publications like the Journal of Bombay Natural History Society,
regular newsletters and books on Indian animals, birds and nature. The
exhibits include replicas and specimens of vertebrates and insects,
mammals, birds, reptiles amphibians and fishes, all from the Indian
subcontinent. However, the BNHS is not open to public and interested
visitors should seek prior permission for admission.
Modern Festivals of Maharashtra : Every year, MTDC seeks to present the
myriad facets of Maharashtra s rich heritage of the performing arts
through a series of festivals held at important cultural centres. The
years have added a mesmerising allure to these events, now avidly
awaited by lovers of Indian music, art and culture, who appreciate the
artistry of India s leading exponents of classical music and dance who
come from all over the country to perform at the festivals.
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