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Sahyadri Mountains are a major mountain range found in western and central India, stretching across the states of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Karnataka. The range is approximately 1,600 km in length and covers an area of about 80,000 square km. Sahyadri Mountains are known for their diverse geological features, which include granite, gneiss, and schist rocks.

The name Sahyadri is derived from the Sanskrit words "saha," meaning "friend of mounts" and "yadri," meaning "mother." This name reflects the reverence with which the ancient Indians viewed the range. The Sahyadri ranges are considered a sacred and culturally significant location in Hindu mythology, with numerous temples, roadside shrines, and pilgrimage sites, including the well-known Ghrishneshwar-Shiva temple.

Geologically, the Sahyadri ranges are formed by volcanism and tectonic activity in a region where the Indian and Eurasian plates collide. The extreme weather conditions and varied terrain of the Sahyadri ranges have led to diverse flora and fauna. These ranges are home to volcanic elevations such as Mount Kalsubai, waterfalls, caves, and numerous river valleys. Some sections of the Sahyadri ranges have rare wet evergreen forests, consisting of teak, bamboo, and crops like sugarcane and jaggery.

The Sahyadri Mountains have been an essential source of natural resources and supported agriculture, mining, and forestry. Communities associated with these ranges have formed unique cultural traditions such as Marathi culture in the states of Maharashtra and the Goan or Konkani in the western states.