The state of Maharashtra is considered to be the largest state in India.

Nashik is a
city present under this state. This city consists of fascinating monuments that never
fail to appeal to the tourists.

This city is the centre of religious monuments and temples. This city is considered to
be peaceful and beautiful. This city is located on the banks of the river Godavari.

Nashik is considered to be a famous town, which is also mentioned in the epic

Ramayana. This city has a mythological background for which it is known across the
entire country. Besides, the organization of the most renowned Kumbh Mela also
takes place here. Other cities are also involved, such as Ujjain, Haridwar, and
Allahabad.

The name Nashik has supposedly been derived from cutting the nose of Supranakha,
i.e., ‘Nasika’ by the younger brother of Lord Rama, namely Lakshman.

There is a place situated in Nashik that comprises five Banyan trees. This place was
known to have been the home of Lord Rama for the entire 14 years of exile. The
caves were the house of Lady Sita before her abduction by Ravana, the demon king.

The reason for the high number of visits by the pilgrims is the famous Kumbh Mela.
It is known that the Godavari river has received a few drops of nectar of immortality.

The British and the Peshwas are linked with the geo-historical background of the
city. They ruled the city until India achieved its freedom from them.

The population of this city is known to be around 31,86,973 people. This city is
situated at an altitude of 560 mt. The area taken up by the town is approximately 360
sq. km. The language which is utilized the most in the city is Marathi.

There are several exquisite temples present in Nashik, including the Kalaram
Temple. This temple is devoted to Lord Rama. The temple was established by Sardar
Odhekar back in the 18th century.

The Kalaram Temple is widely famous for its beauty since it is adorned with a copper
dome plated with gold. The sculptured idols are known to be very magnificent.

Every festival related to Lord Rama and the events displayed in the epic Hindu
mythology Ramayana took place in this location.
The Sita Guffa, where the abduction of Lady Sita took place by the demon king,
Ravana, is situated near the western part of the door. The mythical five banyan trees
are also located in this particular premise.

Good luck is usually symbolized by running water since ancient times. It is

considered to be the truth for this city since the river Ganga is present in this place.
Its Ghat is filled initially with several temples that are devoted to different deities
Hindu.

Another ancient temple present in Nashik is the Kapileswara Temple. It is known to

be the oldest temple present in this city. The beauty of this temple is combined with
that of the river Godavari.

Several festivals like ShravaniSomvar and MahaShivratri are celebrated with

enthusiasm and excitement here.