India is a land of rich, diverse and assorted lifestyle, flora and fauna. It is a South Asian country with extensive and variant terrain, compiling of the alpine peaks of Himalayas and the coastline of the Indian Ocean. India is a land of ancient civilization as well.

1. INDIA IS A LAND OF RICH, DIVERSE AND
ASSORTED LIFESTYLE, FLORA AND FAUNA. IT
IS A SOUTH ASIAN COUNTRY WITH EXTENSIVE
AND VARIANT TERRAIN, COMPILING OF THE
ALPINE PEAKS OF HIMALAYAS AND THE
COASTLINE OF THE INDIAN OCEAN. INDIA IS
A LAND OF ANCIENT CIVILIZATION AS WELL.
HERE ARE 7 DESTINATIONS YOU MUST VISIT
ON YOUR NEXT TRIP TO INDIA!

2. Rajasthan
Rajasthan which is also known as the “Land of Maharajas” is the largest state of India,
covering an area of about 342,239 sq. km. The glory of the state is retained by its majestic
palaces, forts and monuments. The vibrant culture and rich heritage of this princely state
draw innumerable tourists from across the globe.
Its major attractions include the ruins of Indus Valley Civilization, the oldest mountain
range- Aravalli, a Jain pilgrimage site known as Dilwara Temples, Karni Mata Mandir, the only
hill station of Rajasthan- Mount Abu, Keoladeo National Park (formerly known as Bharatpur
National Park), the Ranthambore National Park and the Sariska Tiger Reserve.
Some of its major architectural wonders include Chittorgarh fort, it is the largest fort in
Asia, Mehrangarh Fort at Jodhpur, Jaipur “The Pink City” houses a number of well known
tourists spots which include Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), Lake Palace, City Palace, Amber
Palace, Jantar Mantar, Umaid Bhawan in Jodhpur, Jaisalmer Fort in Jaisalmer and many
more.
Not only this, the princely state of Rajasthan hosts varied colorful fairs and festivals which
are known for their uniqueness and captivates a large number of tourists from India and
overseas every year, some of which are Pushkar Fair, Jaipur Literature Festival, Jodhpur
Flamenco & Gypsy Festival, Jaipur Heritage International Festival, Desert Festival, Urs at
Ajmer, Teej and many more to give you a whole new experience.

4. Leh Ladakh
Ladakh has emerged as the new tourist destination among the global visitors.
Having the influence of Tibetan culture, its capital Leh is still known as the little
Tibet. Leh is located at an altitude of 3524 meters above the sea level and
it’s tourism has been promoted on a large scale by the Indian government and now
all the luxurious facilities can be found in the city. Ladakh is the home of some of the
ancient monasteries made in around 11th century. It offers home to thousands of
monks while some of the ancient temples can also be witnessed in the monastic
complexes. The amazing views and great flora and fauna have made it popular
among the tourists. The snow clad mountain ranges do the favor of the tourists more
obsessed with adventurous activities. Skiing, trekking, rafting and skating etc make
the visitors crazy to obtain some experience in the tranquil arena like of no other.
With this hike in the number of touring options in Ladakh and hence the tourists, the
accommodation and other facilities have also seen great amendments in the recent
years.Being economic, comfortable and safe, Ladakh is the place of unique culture
and marvelous natural beauty.

6. Andaman Nicobar
It is a group of about 300 islands deep in the Bay of Bengal. The land surface is hilly and
rocky and is covered with thick forests. The climate of Andaman and Nicobar Islands is
warm and humid. It gets rain almost throughout the year. Before independence these
islands were known as Kalaponi. Freedom fighters and life prisoners were sent to the
Cellular Jail here. This jail had 698 cells. The prisoners had to live here under very hard
conditions. The present inhabitants of Andaman are mostly the descendents of these life
prisoners. They are from all parts of India and speak different Indian languages. The
original inhabitants of these islands are tribal people. This Union Territory is making
progress in industry. Andaman and Nicobar Islands are developing into a major tourism
hub with exotic-looking beaches and pristine islands having equally exotic names,
wonderful opportunities for adventure sports like snorkelling and sea-walking.Places to
visit include the Cellular Jail, Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Andaman Water
sports complex, Chatham Saw Mill, Mini Zoo, Corbyn’s cove, Chidiya Tapu, Wandoor
Beach, Forest Museum, Anthropological Museum, Fisheries Museum, Naval Museum
(Samudrika), Ross Island and Viper Island. Other places include Havelock island
famous for Radhanagar Beach, Neil Island for Scuba diving/snorkelling, Cinque island,
Saddle peak, Mt Harriet and Mud Volcano. The southern group (Nicobar islands) is
mostly inaccessible to tourists.

8. Varanasi
Banaras also known as Varanasi or Kashi in the modern era, is one of the oldest
cities in the world. It is the spiritual capital of India and the ho-liest of the
seven cities in Hinduism and Jainism. Ganga aarti is performed daily at the
Dashashwamedh Ghat by a group of priests. This Agni pooja is performed as a
dedication to Lord Shiva, River Ganga, Surya, Agni and the whole universe. Special
aortas are held on Tuesdays and on religious festivals. It is located close to the
Vishwanath temple. Legend has the Lord Brahma created it to welcome Lord Shiva.
Hindus believe that death in this holy city would bring Salvation, making it a major
place for pilgrimage. Hindus cremate the dead at the Manikarnika Ghat and the
Harishchandra Ghat.Millions of people plunge into the river to wash off their sins.
Assi ghat is described in the Kashi Khand as Assi “Saimbeda Tirtha” which means
that anyone who gets a dip here once in his life will get punya of all the TirthaS.
Generally Hindu pilgrims are used to of taking the holy dip here in the Chaitya
(month of March/April) and Magh (month of Jan/Feb) as well as some other
significant events like solar/lunar eclipse etc.

10. Kerala
Kerala often referred to as Keralam, is a state in the south-west region of India on
the Malabar coast. Wedged between the Western Ghats on the East and the Arabian
Sea on the West, the narrow strip of land known as Kerala is a destination of a
lifetime.The timeless beauty of the palm fringed beaches of Kovalam and Varkala,
the majesty of the undulating hills of Munnar and Vagamon, the serenity of the
pristine backwaters of Kumarakom & Kuttanad and the enchanting woods and
forests of Thekkady and Silent Valley will have you bowled over. That such a small
terrain can hold diverse geographical features and cultures is a wonder in itself.
Kerala is well known for its beaches, backwaters in Alappuzha and Kollam,
mountain ranges and wildlife sanctuaries. Other popular attractions in the state
include the beaches at Kovalam, Kappad, Cherai and Varkala; backwater tourism
and lake resorts around Ashtamudi Lake, Kollam; hill stations and resorts at
Munnar, Wayanad, Nelliampathi, Vagamon and Ponmudi; and national parks and
wildlife sanctuaries at Periyar, Parambikulam and Eravikulam National Park.

12. Kashmir
The state of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) brings together three incredibly different worlds.
Hindu Jammu and Katra, in the south, are the state’s rail hubs and a major draw for
domestic pilgrims. Muslim Kashmir is India’s Switzerland, attracting hordes of local
tourists seeking cool summer air, alpine scenery and Srinagar’s romantic houseboat
accommodation. Kashmir throughout the ages has remained another name for Paradise.
Cradled in the lap of majestic mountains of the Himalayas, Kashmir is the most
beautiful place on earth. On visiting the Valley of Kashmir, Jehangir, one of the Mughal
emperors, is said to have exclaimed:
“If there is paradise anywhere on earth, it is here, it is here, it is here.” The Mughals
aptly called Kashmir ‘Paradise on Earth’ where they journeyed across the hot plains of
India, to the valley’s cool environs in summer. Here they laid, with great love and care,
Srinagar’s many formal, waterfront gardens, now collectively known as the Mughal
Gardens. Anecdotes of four and five centuries ago describe their love for these gardens,
and the rivalries that centred around their ownership. They also patronized the
development of art & craft among the people of Kashmir, leaving behind a heritage of
exquisite artisanship among thes people and making the handicrafts of the land prized
gifts all over the world.

14. Goa
Goa is popularly known as the Pearl of the orient and tourist paradise. It is located
in India’s coastal belt on the western called the Konkan coast. It has an alarming
scenic beauty. The architectural work done Goan Temples, Churches and old
houses have brought great laurels to Goa. It is one of the most preferred option by
the people who are planning their holidays.
Goa as compared to other states is not greatly populated but compared in terms of
tourists it is the most populated place in India. Apart from attracting tourists from
all over India, it also attracts tourists of foreign background. The real essence of
Goa lies in its rich history, unique culture and the original natural beauty. Peaceful
Goan lifestyle and adventure sports also draw the attention of the travelers within
and outside India. All kinds of tourists are expected to visit Goa.
There are more than 36 beaches in Goa, each one is known for its own
distinctiveness. North Goa beaches are most popular amongst the tourists while
South Goa beaches are now gaining popularity because of its peacefulness.

16. India is surely your place to be to truly enjoy each and every
activity as you may – be it hiking the Himalayas, exploring
on ancient rice barges, exploring the paradise of Havelock
Islands or cruising in Kerala’s backwaters – and find your
true self and the spirit of travelling.
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