Discover Nagpur: Sitabuldi Fort, Lakes and Cuisine

Nagpur can be explored through a variety of experiences: the city is laid out around Sitabuldi Fort, while lakes, historic buildings, a museum and a planetarium each add their own character. There are also Vidarbha cuisine specialities and markets offering handicrafts, textiles and oranges. When planning your trip, it is therefore worth deciding first whether city history, water, science or food will be your main focus.

City history in different places

Sitabuldi Fort is the focal point of the city layout. The remains of Bhonsle Palace are in eastern Nagpur; the palace was destroyed by fire in the 19th century. The Chhatris, memorials to the Bhonsle kings, lie south of the old town. To the west, the High Court and the Anglican Cathedral of All Saints (1851) are among the colonial-era buildings.

Nagpur’s historic character therefore encompasses different places and connections: the fort as the centre of the city layout, the Chhatris as memorials, and the colonial-era buildings in the west. If this history is your main interest, these directions may help with planning. Compare the exact location of your accommodation with the places you are interested in.

Museums, science and water

The Nagpur Central Museum displays artefacts, fossils and other historically significant objects. Check current access before visiting. The Raman Science Centre offers a different focus: interactive exhibitions and a planetarium. The two institutions are therefore clearly suited to different interests—historical objects on the one hand, and exhibitions to explore and the planetarium on the other.

The lakes also offer different experiences. Ambazari Lake is described as the largest lake of its kind within Nagpur’s city limits; its stated area is 15 square kilometres. Boating is mentioned as a leisure activity at the lake. Check in advance whether it is currently available. At Futala Lake, street lighting and food stalls create the setting for an evening walk along the waterfront; check locally for current access. This makes it possible to choose between a leisure activity on the water and a walk along the shore.

Regional cuisine and markets

Nagpur’s Vidarbha cuisine specialities include Saoji chicken and Tarri poha. The Nagpuri Samosa is a spicy street-food snack from the city: it is filled with potatoes, green peas, finely chopped coriander and robust spices, and served with tamarind or mint chutney. Nagpur’s markets, including Sitabuldi Main Road, offer local handicrafts, textiles and oranges. The selection may vary; ask locally about the current range.

Choosing the right focus for your accommodation

Nagpur’s historic sites lie in different directions, so compare the exact address of your accommodation with your own plans. If your group has a range of interests, these clear themes can help you decide together what to focus on.

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