Nashik was known as Panchavati before Ramayana period. The city is situated on the banks of the Godavari River, making it one of the holiest places for Hindus all over the world. Nashik has a rich historical past, the Lord Rama, the King of Ayodhya, made Nashik his abode during his 14 years in exile. At the same place Lord Laxman, by the wish of Lord Rama, cut the nose of “Shurpnakha” and thus this city was named as “Nashik”. The city got its present name in 1818 when the Maratha Dynasty got control of the city.

The most important historical significance is that Kumbh Mela is conducted at Nashik once every twelve years, out of 4 places in India. The most eminent attractions of Nasik includes Panchavati Temples, Ramkund, Sula Vineyar, Saptashrungi, Trimbakeshwar Temple, Pandavleni Caves, Sita Gumpha Caves, Anjaneri Hills, Gangapur Dam, Dugarwadi waterfalls, Kalaram Temple, Harihar Fort, Coin Museum, Tringalwadi Fort and Nasik Caves.