Nanded

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Nanded

Nanded is the second largest city in the Marathwada region of Maharasthra. It was also a prominent city in the Mauryan Empire during the reign of emperor Ashoka the Great from 272 BC to 231 BC. Today Nanded gains prominence from the Sikh Gurudwara, which is erected at the same place where Shri Guru Govindsinghji Maharaj, the last Sikh Guru, breathed his last in 1708. The Vishnupuri dam constructed in 1988 nearby is a major attraction here which is one of the largest lift irrigation projects in Asia.

Eating Out!

Nanded has a cosmopolitan culture reflected in the culinary delights that a food lover can come across. One can try the best of food from Western India such as Tahari (Vegetable Biriyani), Mutton or Chicken Biriyani, Poha (flattened rice), Kolhapuri Misal Pav, Pitla Bhakri (Dal/Jowar Roti), Sabudana Khichdi , Wada Pav (The Indian Burger), Puran Poli (Sweet Roti), Gulab Jamun, Shrikhand (sweetened & sour yogurt) and Rassa (Meat, Vegetable Curry).

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Nanded is home to many Gurudwaras with historical significance. These buildings are beautiful and comply with principles of Sikh Architecture. Some of the prominent Gurudwaras to visit are Nanak Pur Saheb, Mal Tekdi Saheb, Sangat Saheb Heera Ghat, and Mata Saheb. Nanded is also known for other nearby landmarks such as the Nanded Fort, Vishnupuri Dam, and Kaleshwar Temple. For those interested in entertainment, a trip to the Laser & Dancing Musical Fountain at Govind Baug is necessary. And if taking back home more than just memories is on ones agenda, local crafts such as contemporary Warli paintings and Bidriware are sure to leave a lasting memory.

Shopping

Nanded has a number of shopping places. Besides shopping for local crafts, one can even pay a visit to some of the new malls. In addition to Warli Paintings, The Mashu and Himroo fabrics made of cotton and silk are an essential buy

The main festivals celebrated in Nanded are related to the birth of Sikh Gurus. Festivals such as Maghi, Basant Panchami, Baisakhi, Hola Mahalla, Lohiri, Dessehra and Diwali among many others are celebrated with much zeal all year round in this city