Tourism In India

(Maharashtra And Sikkim)

By:- Nikunj , Parna , Garv , Zoya

 Maharashtra
• Maharashtra is a state in
the western peninsular region
of India occupying a substantial portion of
the Deccan Plateau. It is bordered by
the Arabian Sea to the west, the Indian states
of Karnataka and Goa to the
south, Telangana to the southeast
and Chhattisgarh to the
east, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh to the north,
and the Indian union territory of Dadra and
Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu to the
northwest.The state is the second-most
populous state in India and the second-most
populous country subdivision globally.
Culture and
Festivals
• The Maharashtrian culture consists of people
from all a vast majority of religions. Due to it
being huge area wise, many sub-regional
cultures also exist in Maharashtra. The sub
region of Vidarbha, was earlier a part of Central
Provinces and Berar, hence it has that influence
upon its culture .There are many temples
in Maharashtra, some of which are thousands
of years old. These temples are constructed in
a fusion of architectural styles borrowed from
North and South India. The temples also blend
themes from Hindu, Buddhist and Jain cultures.
The temple of Lord Vitthal at Pandharpur is the
most important temple for the Varkari sect.
Other important religious places are
the Ashtavinayaka temples of Lord Ganesha,
Bhimashankar which is one of the Jyotirling (12
important Lord Shiva temples).
History of
Maharashtra
• In the early 17th century, Shahaji Bhosale, an
ambitious local general who had served
the Ahmadnagar Sultanate, the Mughals and Adil
Shah of Bijapur at different periods throughout his
career, attempted to establish his independent
rule. This attempt was unsuccessful, but his
son Shivaji succeeded in establishing the Maratha
Empire. The Marathas under
the Peshwas of Pune, Bhonsale of Nagpur, Gaekwa
d of Baroda, Holkar of Indore, Scindia of Gwalior a
nd Puars of Dewas and Dhar defeated the Mughals
and conquered large territories in the northern
and central parts of the Indian subcontinent.
• At its peak, the Maratha empire covered much of
the subcontinent, encompassing a territory of over
2.8 million km2
Tourism in Maharashtra
;
The state boasts of thickly forested hills and valleys that are home
to diverse flora and fauna, ancient caves, and a rich cultural
heritage. Maharashtra is also known as the hub of the Indian
entertainment industry or Bollywood as it is commonly called. The
state is a major tourist destination in India.

The state is a major tourist destination in India. According to the

Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, 5,078,514 foreign and
119,191,539 domestic tourists visited Maharashtra in 2017. This
tourist-friendly state offers a wide range of accommodation
options including heritage hotels, luxury resorts, budget
properties, and homestays.
Maharashtra Industry, Trade and
Investment Facilitation Cell (MAITRI)
• With an objective to attract investment and
employment in the State, Maharashtra
Government has launched one stop shop
Maharashtra Industry, Trade and
Investment Facilitation Cell (MAITRI), the
cell marks a paradigm shift in role of the
Government from being a regulator to that
of facilitator
• It provides G2B services, one-stop-shop for
existing and prospective investors to get
consolidated information about the
investment process with regards to
expanding their existing units or to set up a
new business unit in the State.
• Maharashtra Investment and Trade Agency is a body
which aims to
• Promote investments into Maharashtra and facilitate
business partnerships
• Ensure timely approvals and services to investors
• Handholding support to the investors setting up the
investment
• Management of web-based portal
• Handling investment related grievance
• Coordination with Industrial Associations for Ease of
Doing Business initiatives.
• Functions as a clearing house for all investment
related information
• Acts as a comprehensive repository of information
 Sikkim
• Sikkim is a state in northeastern state. It
borders the Tibet Autonomous Region of
China in the north and northeast, Bhutan in
the east, Koshi Province of Nepal in the
west, and West Bengal in the south. Sikkim
is also close to the Siliguri Corridor, which
borders Bangladesh. Sikkim is the least
populous and second smallest among the
Indian states. Situated in the Eastern
Himalaya, Sikkim is notable for
its biodiversity,
including alpine and subtropical climates, as
well as being a host to Kangchenjunga,
the highest peak in India and third highest
on Earth.[10] Sikkim's capital and largest
city is Gangtok. Almost 35% of the state is
covered by Khangchendzonga National
Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cultural and Festival
of Sikkim
• The Sikkim festivals are celebrated with a lot
of pomp and show and as per the Buddhist
calendar. Throughout all these festivals the
citizens of Sikkim indulge in vibrant and
lively dances and music. Chaam, one of the
most fascinating type of ritual dance
performed by the Lamas, which involves
brightly colored masks and fascinating
musical instruments and takes place at the
different monasteries across Sikkim while
these festivals are on. Some of the most
popular festivals, notable in Sikkim are
Losoong, Drupka Teshi, Bumchu, Saga Dawa,
Dassin and Phang Lhabsol.
• The icon of integrity and diversity totally
reflects the culture, customs, and traditions
of Sikkim. The people of Sikkim indicate a
blend of a plethora of tribes, communities,
religions, languages, and groups across its
boundaries. The urban areas of the state give
shelter to many plainsmen who usually adopt
government services or some businesses.
Original residents of Sikkim grab the name
Lepchas, whereas people of Tibetan origin
are known as Bhutias. Also, there are a lot of
Nepalese people too who migrated to this
land during ancient times. 80 % of the Sikkim
population consists of Nepalese where most
of them are orthodox Hindus except Tamangs
and Sherpas who follow Buddhism. It boasts
a calming monastery culture as
well. Tashiding Monastery in the western
Sikkim area is considered to be the most
sacred.
•
 History of Sikkim
• The Kingdom of Sikkim was founded by
the Namgyal dynasty in the 17th century. It
was ruled by Buddhist priest-kings known as
the Chogyal. It became a princely
state of India in 1890. Following Indian
independence, Sikkim continued
its protectorate status with the Union of
India after 1947 and the Republic of India
after 1950. It enjoyed the highest literacy rate
and per capita income among Himalayan
states. In 1973, anti-royalist riots took place
in front of the Chogyal's palace. In 1975, after
the Indian Army took over the city
of Gangtok, a referendum was held that led
to the dissolution of the monarchy and Sikkim
joining India as its 22nd state.
 Tourism in Sikkim
• Sikkim is bordered by Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet and
hence there is no dearth of tourist places in Sikkim,
undoubtedly. Being the gateway to the Himalayas,
Sikkim is known for its beautiful scenery, green
meadow, crystalline lakes and towering mountain
ranges. This kingdom of mountains has a personality
of its own, you will be lost in the captivating
destinations in the state, and also see the coexistence
of Hinduism and Buddhism which has given rise to a
unique and peaceful culture to the state of Sikkim.
• Sikkim is a land of monasteries, the beautiful
structures like every inch of the state. You will find it
hard to not fall in love with this land, with its clean
and green roads, valleys, mountain tops and
meadows. The eastern Himalayan state comes with
rhododendron groves and thick woodlands, orange
and apple orchards, its peaceful ambience hitting
whoever visits it hard.
Commerce and
Industries Department
of Sikkim
• In Sikkim, industry plays a vital role in
the economy of the State. Sikkim has
seen a great boom in the industries in
the recent years. Sikkim has now
emerged as an Industrial Hub.
Sikkim had long been an agro-based
society, but situations changed
thoroughly in the recent years. With the
acceleration in the socio-political aspect
of the society of Sikkim, the growth of
industry in Sikkim has been tremendous.
• Some of the industries of Sikkim that
deserve a special mention in this context
are:

1. Pharmaceuticals.
2. Eco-tourism (Hotels).
3. Food Processing.
4. Breweries.
5. Cosmetics.
6. Security Ink.
7. Mattress.
8. Corrugated Boxes.
Thank you