Nagpur

Nagpur Tourist information

Nagpur, the second capital or also known as the winter capital of Maharashtra is the fifth fastest growing city in the world. Founded by the ruler of Rajgond Dynasty, Bhakt Buland Shah of Deogarh in the 18th century. Nagpur is the centermost part of India, which has the Zero Mile Stone which was used by Britishers to measure distances from major cities. Famous for its Oranges in the summer season, Nagpur is also known as Orange city of India. Gold Vaults of India’s Apex Bank i.e. The Reserve Bank of India is stored here. A major portion of India’s Gold reserves is held at RBI Nagpur. Nagpur is also known as Tiger capital or The Tiger Gateway of India as out of 39 tiger reserves, Vidharbha region holds 13 tiger reserves of India. The well-known Namkeen brand Haldiram’s was founded in 1937 in Nagpur.

Destination Information :-

Climate: Tropical(26.9 °C)

Popularity: Oranges, Second capital of the state

Best time to visit: October-March

Famous Cuisine: Varhadi dishes

How To reach There :-

Nearest Airport: Nagpur Airport / Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG)

Nearest Railway Station: Central Railway – Nagpur Railway Station (NGP)

Nearest Bus Station: MSRTC Buses, Private Rental Vehicles

Deeksha Bhoomi

Also known as Dhamma Chakra Stupa, one of the top places to visit in Nagpur, built-in 2001 is Asia’s largest Buddhist Stupas. It was built in the remembrance of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar where he and his followers converted to Buddhism on 14th October 1956. It is said he got blessings (Deeksha) from his gurus here, hence the name Deeksha Bhoomi. The place is very peaceful and well maintained, situated near Dr Ambedkar College. It is greatly inspired by the Stupas of Ranchi. Thousands of followers visit Deeksha Bhoomi every year, especially during Ashok Vijaya Dashmi.

Location Type –Temple

Distance from Nagpur –4 km

Timing –24 hours

Entrance Fees –No fees

Zero Mile Stone

During the Great Trigonometrical Survey in 1802 by East India Company, the entire Indian Subcontinent was precisely measured. The Zero Mile Stone pillar was built during that survey to symbolize the center of India. The height of the pillar is 1020.17 feet and is made from sandstone. Although some believe that there is no proving evidence that Britishers used this to measure distances or is the center of Indian Subcontinent after India-Pakistan partition.

Location Type –Monument

Distance from Nagpur –1 km

Timing –Open

Entrance Fees –No fees