As Maharashtra is a vast state, the people of this
colourful state wears different types of costumes, take different
cuisines, has different forms of dances and music according to the
physical features of their locality. Generally, men wear dhoti and pheta
in olden days, while women wear choli and saree. But with the change of
time, young Maharashtrians too are fast attracting to the latest
fashions imported from the western countries.
The mouth watering Konkan and Varadi cuisines would kill any visitor's
appetite. Although, Maharashtrian cuisines are a bit strong in pepper
and spice, but it is the speciality of the dishes of this state that
world knows about. And everybody knows about the unbeatable taste of the
Mumbai chaats.
The dance forms like Povada, Lavani and Koli with mesmerizing music and
rhythmic movements entertain the Maharashtrians. Dhangri Gaja, Dindi,
Kala and Tamasha are the folk dances that attach to the heart of the
people of this state.
