Goa is located in India and attracts a flurry of tourists from all over the world. Goa Travel Guide is your ultimate one-stop guide to all the resources you need to make your journey eventful and hassle free. Find a comprehensive set of travel options in Goa like flights, hotels and city videos. Browse our exhaustive Editorial Guide on Goa for information on where to stay, where to eat and where to shop along with some fascinating facts on Goa. The name Maharashtra means the 'The Great State' or 'Great Nation'. The name is said to have been originated probably from 'rathi' which means 'Chariot driver', referring to drivers and builders of chariots who were known as 'maharathis' or 'Fighting Force'. Maharashtra gets its name aptly, because it is the largest states in India, both in terms of area as well as population. Maharashtra spans 308000 km² with a population over 78,937,000 and the state language being Marathi.