BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN INDIA

 PLACES YOU MUST VISIT IN INDIA

India is a land of “Unity in diversity”. High mountain ranges, countless rivers and streams, vast seas and oceans, and sandy regions have embellished India. Not just the geographical diversity can be seen in India but people here are of different religions, cultures, have diverse range of language, taste, dressing sense, lifestyle, music, dance and what not.

From spiritual places to hill stations to beaches to deserts, there are countless beautiful destinations in India to travel. We’ve made a list of some breathtaking places to visit in India.

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JAMMU & KASHMIR- SWITZERLAND OF INDIA

This picturesque place is a land of unimaginable beauty surrounded by lush green valleys, snow capped mountains, heavenly & pristine lakes, temples and mughal era gardens. Its handicrafts like pashmina shawls, traditional jewelry, carpets and embroidered dress material are a must buy.

Gulmarg and Sonmarg are the towns famous for glaciers in J&K. There are many adventurous spots & parks, you can even go for sledging, skiing, skating etc.

According to personal experience, I would say Pahalgam is the real beauty of Kashmir. Anyone would have the best time in Pahalgam. It is surrounded by greenery, meadows, sparkling lidder river and pines. The famous tourist attraction of Pahalgam is Tulian lake. It's a perfect holiday destination for those who love snow and hope you go back home with snow capped memories.

DHARAMSALA

This is a famous place in Himachal Pradesh and is home to the Dalai Lama. It is the smallest tea region of India. Mixed deciduous trees like deodar, oak, cedar and fir are found here. You can have thukpa (a famous food) and enjoy the view.

There are two parts of Dharamsala, one is the lower Dharamsala i.e the commercial center, crowded with markets, courts. Another is upper Dharamsala that is Mcleodganj , surrounded by monasteries, temples and tibetan population. You can see fluttering flags, temples and monks in bright saffron robes. 

The engrossing part in Mcleodganj and Dharamshala are the adventurous activities like paragliding, trekking and camping.

CHERRAPUNJI- WETTEST PLACE ON EARTH.

Cherrapunji or Cherrapunjee is the rainiest place on planet earth, thus the wettest one. It's the high altitude town in Meghalaya famous for its root bridges made from rubber trees, these can bear the weight of 50 people at once. This is one of the enchanting and serene locations in the northeast. You can notice lush greenery, dramatic landscapes and magical waterfalls (like Nohkalikai falls,Nohsngithiang Falls,Dainthelen falls and many more) nearly everywhere.

SIKKIM- BIRD'S PARADISE

Sikkim is a northeastern state in India, located in foothills of Himalayas, is a scenic state of the region. It is a paradise for those who love nature and renowned for its flora & fauna, alpine meadows, Buddhist gompas, hot springs, national parks etc. It harbors over 550 different species of birds. The third highest peak in the world, Kanchenjunga lies in Sikkim. 

Various places you can visit in Sikkim are Thangu valley, Lachung, Gurudongmar lake, Seven sisters waterfall, Zoological park.

JAISALMER- GOLDEN CITY OF INDIA

Jaisalmer is a princely city located in Rajasthan. This place and its forts will give you a feel of "Arabian nights", if you've ever played the aladdin themed video game you'll feel like you're a part of it by visiting Jaisalmer. You can stay there at beautiful resorts or luxurious hotels.

The famous and incredible Jaisalmer  Fort made of  yellowstone, reflecting golden hues is also known as 'Sonar Quila'. This place is known for its mirror work embroidered clothing, shawls, blankets, carpets, finely cut antiques, oil lamps, silver and colorful stone jewelleries, silk and cotton textiles.

KUTCH- WHITE DESERT

Kutch is a district in Gujarat. The white salt marsh desert of the "Great rann of Kutch" is one of the dreamlike and surreal places. This place is renowned for its handicrafts. Try to visit this place during Rann Utsav or in the second week of december. Rann Utsav is a colorful festival that includes handicraft shops, camel rides, camping, folk performance, music carnival and much more.  Don't miss the camel rides here. You'll get the spectacular view on full moon night. Hope you get to see the Siberian flamingos. Kalo Dungar, Sheesh Mahal, Prag Mahal, Kutch Museum and Swaminarayan Temple are some of the spots to visit.

COORG- SCOTLAND OF INDIA

Coorg is a hill station in Karnataka, known as Switzerland of India due to the similarities in terms of terrain, architecture, geography and climate. It's famous for mesmerizing scenes, varied wildlife and coffee. 

Dubare elephant camp could be the best spot for wildlife enthusiasts, Raja's seat is a spot to watch appealing sunrises and sunsets with tranquilizing coffee, Omkareshwar temple showcases the gothic & islamic architecture and there's an unending list.

KERALA- GOD'S OWN COUNTRY

Kerala is known as  God's own country and is one of the ten paradises of the world. You will see temples, mosques, churches everywhere in Kerala.

Kerala is known for its ayurvedic massage, you can opt for it and calm your mind, body and soul

Following are the famous tourist destinations-

• ALLEPEYE- Allepeye is known as the 'Venice of the east'. It is famous for the houseboat cruise, you can enjoy the cruise and watch the passing lagoons and canals.

• KOCHI- It is the 'Queen of Arabian sea'.

• MUNNAR- Your trip won't be complete without visiting Munnar. It's a hill station famous for tea estates, flora & fauna, valleys and forests.

• WAYANAD- This is an adventurous destination, you can go for trekking, mountaineering, climbing and camping. And it's also a place for spice plantations.

• KOZHIKODE- This is the place which Vasco da gama first discovered in India.

Each and every spot in Kerala has lush greenery, crystal clear water, captivating beaches and dense forests.

Altogether, Kerala is undoubtedly God's own country. 

GOA- THE PARTY CAPITAL

Colonial city, party capital, land of beaches and cafes.

Goa is all about thrilling water sports, beaches, seafood, dazzling nightlife, carnival festival, lavish cruise,  churches, shopping and architectural wonders. It's a hub for tourists.

There are numerous breezy and blissful beaches like Baga, Calangute, Candolim, Palolem, Colva, Morjim, Vagator and many more. The colorful Portuguese colony (fontainhas) is a picturesque place.

Aguada fort, Chapora fort are undeniably the famous forts in Goa. Remember bollywood movie "Dil Chahta hai" some of its shots were taken here.

Whatever you'll explore today, will stay for lifetime, so don't forget to get a tattoo and braids done in Goa.