Multifaceted and dynamic Maharashtra

A juxtaposition of Bollywood glam, ancient heritage, and modern life

Cultural

Maharashtra

Cultural

Maharashtra

The culture of Maharashtra is shaped by various dynasties, empires, and cultural influences over thousands of years of history.

The capital city of Mumbai is home to Bollywood, bustling markets, diverse festivals, and iconic colonial architecture. The city thrives on its multicultural influences, making it a melting pot of various migrant communities and lifestyles. Maharashtra is also home to ancient rock-cut caves and temples, as well as grand colonial buildings that highlight the influences of the Portuguese and British Empires. 

A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
Experiencing life in the “maximum city” - Mumbai, with a local train tour
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
Witness the sunrise and sunset in the hills of Panchgani
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
A tour of Dhobi Ghat, one of the largest open-air laundries in the world where thousands of clothes are washed daily by a community of dhobis
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
A boat ride to explore the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring grand cave temples and spectacular bas-reliefs
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
A behind-the-scenes Bollywood tour revealing the magic of movie-making with set visits and star-studded locations to experience the glamorous world of cinema

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It was a wonderful little spiritual tour (Chennai, Thiruvannamali, Auroville). As a 60-year-old first-time traveler to India, Christina helped me overcome all my concerns and uncertainties beforehand, gave me competent advice, always responded promptly, and spared no effort to make changes to the planning. I had a safe feeling from the start and was impressed by the high level of service. This was confirmed during the trip: everything went perfectly and I had an extra-prima-good time in colorful India. In any case, my driver Seenu and my Auroville guide Anantha Subbarayan also contributed to the unusually good success. I give both of them a standing ovation. Last but not least, my thanks also go to the local agency in Mamallapuram, Travel XS, with whom I hardly had any personal contact.

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