Also known as the Orange City of India as it is a major trade centre for oranges grown in the region, Nagpur is base for Navagaon National Park and Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve that lure wildlife enthusiasts to this eastern part of Maharashtra.
It is famous for the Nagpur Orange and is known as the "Orange City" for being a major trade centre of oranges cultivated in the region. The city was founded by the Gonds and later became a part of the Maratha Empire under the royal Bhonsale dynasty.
The culture primarily dominated by Vidarbha, also has influences from various parts of the country because of its cosmopolitan population. All festivals like guru Nanak jayanti, Deekshabhoomi day, Diwali and Eid are celebrated with a great amount of enthusiasm. Nagpur is ranked the 11th most upcoming city in India.
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