Nagpur is India’s Geographical Centre, Marked by the Zero Mile Stone
मुख्य बातें
- •Nagpur is indicated as India’s geographical centre by the Zero Mile Stone.
- •The monument was built during the British colonial period.
- •The location was chosen based on equal distances to the country’s four cardinal directions.
- •The Zero Mile Stone in Nagpur is today a major tourist attraction.
The fact that Nagpur is India’s exact geographical centre has sparked considerable curiosity among the public. To highlight this significance, the city is home to a monument known as the *Zero Mile Stone*, which marks this central point. This historically and geographically important site was designed to ensure equal distances to the country’s four cardinal directions.
The Zero Mile Stone was constructed in 1905 during British rule. British geographers calculated this central point after extensive studies to determine the heart of the country. Located in the heart of Nagpur, this monument has since become a major tourist attraction.
The Zero Mile Stone not only answers the question of where India’s exact geographical centre lies but also offers deeper insights into Nagpur’s history and geography, earning it widespread admiration from visitors. As one of the city’s top tourist attractions, the monument appeals equally to locals and national as well as international travellers.
