Paithan
Paithan, historically known as Pratisthana, is a town in the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India. It sits on the banks of the Godavari river and serves as the administrative center of Paithan taluka. The name Paithan is believed to derive from Pratisthana, meaning establishment or capital.
Historically, Paithan was the capital city of the Satavahana dynasty, a major power in central India from
The surrounding area holds historical and archaeological interest, reflecting a long environment of ancient Buddhist and
Geographically, the Godavari provides irrigation for agriculture in the surrounding belt, sustaining the rural economy of
See also: Satavahana dynasty, Paithani sari, Godavari river.