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Mumbai \u2014 Maximum City
Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Dharavi, Bollywood, CSMT UNESCO, Elephanta Caves UNESCO. India's financial capital.
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Ajanta + Ellora Caves UNESCO
Most spectacular ancient art in India. Ajanta \u2014 2nd century BC Buddhist cave paintings. Ellora \u2014 34 caves across 3 religions.
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Pune
Shaniwar Wada (Peshwa palace), Osho Ashram, Aga Khan Palace (Gandhi was imprisoned here), IT city + young culture.
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Mahabaleshwar
Hill station. Strawberry capital of India. Venna Lake. Pratapgad Fort. Cool climate when Mumbai swelters.
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Lonavala + Khandala
Mumbai-Pune Expressway. Chikki (nut candy), waterfalls in monsoon, Tiger's Leap, Karla + Bhaja caves.
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Konkan Coast
Mumbai to Goa \u2014 untouched beaches, fishing villages, Malvani fish cuisine, Sindhudurg Fort (island).