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About Maharashtra Tourism

A state of endless journeys

Discover Maharashtra’s sacred places, historic landmarks, coast, forests, hills, cities and living cultural traditions.

Who we are

Connecting people with Maharashtra

Maharashtra Tourism connects visitors with authentic, responsible and memorable journeys.

From UNESCO-recognised caves and Maratha forts to wildlife habitats, pilgrimage centres and the Konkan coast, every journey is shaped by local history, communities and landscapes.

Maharashtra’s Konkan coastline
What guides us

Our travel values

01

Authenticity

Presenting destinations through their real history, landscapes and local identity.

02

Accessibility

Making practical travel information easy to find and understand.

03

Responsibility

Encouraging visitors to protect nature, heritage and community life.

04

Discovery

Helping travellers look beyond familiar routes and explore the state deeply.

Our story

History

Maharashtra has a layered history shaped by ancient kingdoms, maritime trade and the Maratha era.

Raigad Fort, Maharashtra
Festival traditions in Maharashtra 01

Culture

Living traditions include music, theatre, literature, craft, cuisine and regional festivals.

The Ellora Caves, Maharashtra 02

Heritage

Forts, caves, temples and historic neighbourhoods tell the state’s many stories.

The Ajanta Caves, Maharashtra 03

UNESCO Sites

Explore globally recognised cultural and natural heritage across Maharashtra.

The landscape

Geography

The Konkan coast, Deccan plateau and Sahyadri ranges shape distinct travel regions.

Sahyadri landscape near Bhandardara