Maharashtra, a state spanning west-central India, is one of the wealthiest and the most developed states in India. One of the more prominent physical features of Maharashtra is the Deccan plateau, which is separated from the Konkan coastline by “Ghats”. Most of the famous hill stations of the state are at the Ghats, Lonavala, Khandala, Matheran being amongst the most popular ones. It offers a perfect weekend getaway to tourists from all over.
However this rich state is best known for its fast-paced capital, Mumbai (formerly Bombay). This sprawling metropolis is the seat of the Bollywood film industry. It’s also famous for its much talked about monument- The British Raj-era Gateway of India and the cave temples at nearby Elephanta Island.