Welcome to Nashik

Nashik or Nasik is a rapidly developing city in Maharashtra state of India. The city also known as the City of Grapes or the Wine Capital of India is located in the North-West of the state. It is just four hours drive from both Mumbai and Pune, the two major tourist destinations of Maharashtra. The proximity to both Mumbai and Pune and pleasant climate has brought horde of settlers from nearby towns and villages making it a realtor’s paradise.
Nashik's Picturesque Surroundings
The city is located on the banks of the holy River Godavari. The Deccan Peninsula on its Western edge marks a boundary for the city and the hills of Western ghats create a ring of protective hills around the city. The nine hills surrounding the city are Pathanpura, Jogwada, Pandav, Ganesh, Chitraganga, Durga, Dingerali, Konkani and Mahasarul. There are other peaks in the districts with names of Hindu Gods like Hanuman.There are many man made lakes in Nasik, notably Wagad, Chanakapur, Gangapur and Darna lakes. These have been created by making dams across the two rivers flowing across Nashik. The Ramkund lake of the city has a pious and mythological relevance; it is believed that Lord Rama and bathed in the lake during his fourteen year exile.
Nashik's Natural Wealth
The district of Nashik with its geographical location and two major rivers, the Godavari and Girna flowing through it has a verdant ecosystem. The forests of Nashik are famous for the flora and fauna. The forests are abounding with teak and sisal trees. Apart from the wood there are numerous shrubs and herbs found in the area. The jungles also have many wild animals; wolves, hyenas, fox and gazelles are in plenty. The jungle trails are a paradise for ornithologists who have sighted rare species here.
Nashik's Climate
Nashik has a mild climate with plenty of sunshine all through the year. In summers May is the hottest month with maximum temperature reaching 100 degree Fahrenheit. The dry summer day, the heat is oppressive and not suited for any outdoor activity. Winters are generally mild with minimum temperature of 50 degree Fahrenheit in December, though sometimes the temperatures have dropped down to freezing point. The monsoon generally brings ample rains and the months of July – August are the hot and humid. The months of September to March are the best to visit Nashik and nearby areas.
Nashik's Economy
The agriculture was the main stay of Nashik and the city was fondly known as the backyard of Mumbai, supplying vegetables to the metropolis. Onions, pomegranate and grapes are the famous produce of Nashik and exported to the Middle East. The other crops grown are millet, rice, wheat and sugarcane. The advent of ITES and BPO in India has now entered the smaller cities. There are many IT industries in Nashik and generating employment for thousands.The development is welcome but it is sad that the natural verdant forests have come under the axe of housing companies. Many new localities are being created to pander to the fancies of the growing upper middle class, who prefer holiday homes in natural surroundings. The effects of deforestation are already palpable; low and erratic rainfall, landslides, flash floods and rising temperatures. Hopefully the government will wake up sooner than later.