Maharashtra is counted as one of the richest states of India. In terms of area, it is the third largest state and second most populous state of India. Mumbai city of Maharashtra is known as the city of dreams. People often come here with a dream and get busy fulfilling it.
The state of Maharashtra is located in the western region of India, in which you will get a chance to see many things from forts to cave temples and pristine beaches etc. It is a great place to visit, but when you get to know it more, it increases your interest in this state. So, today in this article we are telling you about some amazing facts related to Maharashtra, which you will like.
Pune is the Oxford of the East
The city of Pune in Maharashtra is also called the Oxford of the East. This is because there are many other educational institutes including the prestigious Savitribai Phule Pune University. Often people go to Pune to get a better education.
Mysterious Lonar Lake
People come from far and wide to see Lonar Lake in Maharashtra. Maharashtra is the only state where a saline lake was formed after a meteorite hit the earth 52000 years ago. You may not believe it, but people living in Buldhana district believe the same. They believe that this lake was formed when a meteorite fell at this place about 52,000 years ago. Not only this, it is also believed that at that time it was the only saline lake on earth.
Two states station
There is also a railway station built in Maharashtra, which comes under the jurisdiction of two states. While the first half is in Maharashtra, the second half is built in Gujarat. Yes, you may find it strange to hear, but it is true. Here we are talking about Navapur Railway Station, half of which is in Gujarat and half in Maharashtra.
Cobra in every house
This may seem strange to you, but it is the reality of Shetpal and the houses of this village. In Shetpal village of Maharashtra, people make separate places on the roofs of their houses for cobras to live. Every house here has a resting place for cobras. What is even more interesting is that to date there has been no news of anyone being bitten by a cobra in the village. Therefore this place is also very famous by the name of the land of snakes.
No door in the house
There is a place in Maharashtra which is known for its unique feature of having no doors or locks. Yes, the houses in Shani Shingnapur of Maharashtra do not even have locks, let alone doors. The people of Shani Shingnapur believe that their property is protected by God and any thief who tries to steal anything will face the wrath of Lord Shani Maharaj. Will have to face it. This tradition may seem unusual, but the people living there have been following it for a long time.
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