Nashik

Nashik is a disrict in the Indian state of Maharashtra. Nashik is located in the northwest of Maharashtra. It is located in the Western Ghats, on the western edge of the Deccan Peninsula on the banks of the Godavari. In addition to supplying the name to the famed Nassak Diamond, the city is known for its picturesque surroundings and pleasant climate. The Godavari River flows through Nashik from its source, which lies to the southwest of the city, in Trimbakeshwar.

The climate of Nashik is very conducive to the growing of grapes as well as making of wines. This, combined with the 'Grape Processing Industry Policy' of the Maharashtra government made the hub of wine industry in India. This has resulted in it being popularly known as the 'Wine Capital of India' or the 'Grape City of India'.