The Top destinations of Travel and Tourism in India
Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal located in Agra, India, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beautiful wife, Mumtaz Mahal.The Taj Mahal is a finest example of Mughal architecture. Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.The Building of the Mahal began around 1632 and was completed around 1653, and also employed thousands of artisans and craftsmen.
Goa
The bright green piece of land on the western coast of India, Goa is a desired destination for the mass. The state was released from the Portuguese rule in 1961. Being the smallest state in terms of area, Goa’s capital is Panaji. While in Goa, visit the Calangute Beach, Candolim Beach and The Se Cathedral and Basilica of Bom Jesus, Noroa River, the Arvalem Waterfall.
Ajanta Caves
It often makes you wonder and think how human beings made it possible! Ajanta Caves are 2nd century BCE rock-cut cave monuments that showcase masterpieces paintings and sculptures representing both “Buddhist Religious Art” and “Universal Pictorial Art”. These also had considerable artistic influence at the same time. A UNESCO World Heritage Site located outside the village of Ajinthā, near Jalgaon in Maharashtra, Ajanta Caves was discovered in 1819 AD. There are 30 caves at the site.
Corbett National Park
Named after the renowned hunter turned conservationist Jim Corbett, Corbett National Park, founded in 1936, is the oldest national park in India. Located in Nainital district in the state of Uttarakhand, Corbett National Park works towards protection of critically endangered Bengal Tiger through its ‘Project Tiger’. Consisting of 520.8 sq. km. area, Corbett National Park is the home to about 488 species of plants and wide variety of fauna. This ecotourism destination is a heaven for the wildlife lovers and adventure tourists.
Ganges River
Ganges River, also popularly referred to as River ‘Ganga’, is the lifeline of India. Rises in the western Himalays and then flows east through the Gangetic Plain in the northern part of the country, Ganges River drains into the Sunderbans delta in the Bay of Bengal to complete its journey of 2,510 km. It’s a holy river that carries enormous importance in Hinduism and is worshiped as goddess Ganga. Not only that, Ganges River also has great impact on the agriculture of the country as well as on the life of its people.
Varanasi Ghats
Once the famous American Writer Mark Twain wrote about this place – “Varanasi is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend, and looks twice as old as all of them put together”. And the Varanasi Ghats, with no surprise, have been the key elements for the absolute charm of the place. The ghats of Varanasi, on the banks of River Ganges, complement the concept of divinity. Hindu pilgrims take a dip in holy Ganges to get absolved from all the sins, religious ceremonies are also conducted there. Varanasi Ghats are full of bustling activities throughout the day.
Khajurao
Famous for erotic sculptures, range of medieval Hindu and Jain temples, Khajurao is one of the top tourist destinations in India. The monuments of Khajurao are definitely a wonder to watch. Tourists have the leverage to visit places in Khajurao like Chaunsat Yogani, Chitragupta, Vishwanath, Matangeshwar, Parsavnath, Ghantai, Adinath, Duladeo, Chaturbugha. The gestures exhibited in the sculptures of Khajurao, denote love or ‘kama’ – the symbol of life and creation.
Kerala
‘God’s own country’, whichever way you name it - Kerala, on the south-western tip of India, is a sure bliss for the tourists. One of the paradises in the world, Kerala boasts of serene beaches, quiet stretches of backwaters, lush hill stations. While in Kerala, definitely be a part of the classical art forms, colorful festivals, exotic cuisines and ayurveda.
Places to visit in Kerala
« Kumarakom backwaters
« Kovalam Beach
« Poonjar Palace in Kottayam
« Malayattoor Church
« The Hill Palace Museum
Himalayas
Desire to be in the lap of the lofty Himalayan peaks? The Himalayas is the house to the world's highest peaks, the Eight-thousanders (including Mount Everest and K2). The Himalayas offer a wide range of adventure activities for the tourists. Be it – Biking Cycling, Himalayan Jungle Safari, and Himalayan River Rafting, trekking, Rock-climbing and mountaineering. Rejuvenate yourself in the adobe of snow between mid April to May-June and also between September to November.
