Wardha, in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region, holds a special place in India's independence movement as the site of Mahatma Gandhi's ashram for over a decade.
Top Attractions
- Sevagram Ashram: Mahatma Gandhi's ashram from 1936 to 1948, serving as the center of India's freedom struggle during this period — visitors can see Gandhi's simple living quarters (Bapu Kuti) and other preserved structures.
- Bapu Kuti: Gandhi's personal hut within Sevagram Ashram, preserved much as it was during his residence there.
- Magan Sangrahalaya: A museum showcasing Gandhi's philosophy of rural self-reliance and khadi (handspun cloth) production.
- Paunar Ashram: Another significant ashram near Wardha, associated with Gandhian social reformer Vinoba Bhave.
Best Time to Visit
October to March for comfortable weather while exploring the ashram grounds.
How to Reach
Wardha has its own railway station, with Nagpur as the nearest major airport.