Nagpur lies right at the geographical centre of India along the River Nag from which the city derives its name. The capital of the erstwhile Central Province Nagpur is a growing metropolis with a large commercial hub. Nagpur was awarded the status of second capital. Famous for its superior quality oranges Nagpur is popularly called the Orange City. Nestling in the Satpura Hills this city is also the second greenest in India and one of its cleanest. A culturally active city Nagpur hosts classical music concerts exhibitions and plays regularly. Ambazari Lake spread over 15.4 sq km on the western outskirts of the city is the biggest lake in Nagpur.
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