Maharashtra has a long history that had in turn
contributed a lot in the overall history of India. Maharashtra witnessed
different eras and dynasties. These all make Maharashtra - a state of
historic and magnificent monuments.
Different schools of art and architecture can be seen in these
monuments. The Gateway of India in Mumbai is one of the most famous
monuments in India. It is regarded to be the starting point for most
tourists who want to see Mumbai.
Anybody who wishes to see the Mughal touch can see the Chand Minar in
Daulatabad. The Maharajah's New Palace in Kolahapur has a museum called
Shahaji Chhatrapati Museum. The architecture of the palace is a
combination of Jain and Hindu influences from Gujarat and Rajasthan, and
local Rajwada style.
Agakhan Palace is hugely popular and significant monument of
Maharshtra, as it is associated with the life and works of Mahatma
Gandhi. Khuldabad, Kesari Wada, Lal Mahal, Raste Wada, Shaniwar Wada and
Vishrambag Wada are other popular historical monuments of Maharashtra.
