Dagdusheth Ganapati Temple in Pune is one of Maharashtra’s most visited and respected Ganesh temples.

Maharashtra had a literacy rate of 82.3% as per the 2011 Census, higher than the national average.

Bhimthadi horses are strong and native to Western Maharashtra, especially Solapur and Ahmednagar districts.

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) at Nhava Sheva, Navi Mumbai, handles the majority of India’s container traffic.

Meera Borwankar was the first woman IPS officer from Maharashtra and served in various key positions.

Blue Mormon (Papilio polymnestor) was declared Maharashtra’s state butterfly in 2015.

: Warkaris are pilgrims who worship Lord Vitthal of Pandharpur and participate in the annual Dindi Yatra.

Dhoti and Kurta with a turban are commonly worn by men during cultural festivals in rural Maharashtra.

Savitribai Phule opened India’s first school for girls in Pune in 1848 with her husband Jyotiba Phule.

The Gateway of India was built by the British in 1924 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary.

Kalsubai, located in the Western Ghats, is the tallest peak in Maharashtra at 1646 meters.

Sant Dnyaneshwar wrote ‘Dnyaneshwari’, a Marathi commentary on the Bhagavad Gita in the 13th century.

Explanation: Wilson Dam, also called Bhandardara Dam, is built on the Pravara River in Ahmednagar district.

Pune is known as the "Detroit of India" due to the presence of major automobile companies.

Sangli is a leading producer and exporter of turmeric in India.

Lokmanya Tilak started 'Kesari' to raise awareness among Indians during British rule.

The Global Vipassana Pagoda, near Gorai in Mumbai, is a Buddhist meditation hall and a symbol of peace.

Kolhapur’s Dussehra festival is known for traditional processions and royal customs.

Folk singer Shahir Sable wrote and composed this popular patriotic song.

Jalgaon is famous for banana cultivation and contributes significantly to Maharashtra’s banana production.

Mallakhamb is a traditional gymnastic sport practiced on a wooden pole or rope and is Maharashtra’s official sport.

Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai is one of the most visited Ganesha temples in India.

Pune is rich in educational institutions, cultural activities, and historical heritage, earning the cultural capital title.

These millet grains are widely consumed in rural areas due to their drought resistance and health benefits.

The Battle of Pavankhind was where Baji Prabhu Deshpande bravely delayed the enemy, allowing Shivaji to escape.

The Jarul flower, also called Queen’s Crape Myrtle, is Maharashtra’s state flower and blooms beautifully in summer.

Kalsubai Peak (1,646 meters) is located in Ahmednagar district and is part of the Sahyadri range. It is popular among trekkers and nature lovers.

The Dzukou Valley is a picturesque valley located on the border of Nagaland and Manipur.