Top 10 Places You Must see in India

Top 10 Places You Must see in India

The Indian subcontinent is a travel destination on everyone’s list and why shouldn’t it be? With its rich cultural and historical background, every tourist attraction in India has a different story to tell. However, with all its charm and glory comes the part where one must plan the travel itinerary which can get a little overwhelming (well, the term overwhelming is a tad bit of an understatement.) and we are here highlighting the experiences you must take with you if you are in India.
kerala house boat

Munnar, Kerala for the boat house experience

The Kerala backwaters and the lush green canopies is a huge tourist attraction. From beach houses to resorts, you have a wide range of accommodation options.
However, every tourist who has ever visited the place boasts to enjoy the calm at nightfall and sunrise in the boat houses.



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Hampi, Karnataka for Camping

Hampi and its architectural ruins is proof that beauty can be found anywhere. This quaint little town with warm people and a handful of restaurants tops our list of places to catch up with nature. Camp fires after 6:00 PM, sleeping in a tent and going around the city in a two-wheeler is one of the many experiences that you will hold close to your heart ten years down the line.

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The Evening Aarti at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

The holy city of Varanasi is crowded and a hub for the religious crowd. Walking down the cozy streets is a refreshing experience but the evening arti, prayers offered to the Holy Ganges on the biggest ghat of the the city, Dashashwamedh ghat is a must do.
The blazing lamps, the chants from the priests and the reflection of the fire on the water is n times more mesmerizing than it sounds.



ranchi food

Ranchi, Jharkhand for the Food

Ranchi, the non-commercialized town in Jharkhand formed by the separation of Bihar in 2000 is a galore for foodies. The food is spicy but their local rice wine, hadia and curd in almost all curries calms the digestive system and makes you keep going back for more. Their version of litti and chokha, a Bihari delicacy bears a distinct amalgamation of tribal and Bengali (since West Bengal is one of the neighboring states) flavors. The use of mustard oil and clarified butter or ghee is a match made in heaven; very much like the combination of butter and olive oil is for the French.
Come here for the street food and unusual upscale dining experience with a local, tribal influence. 

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alwarPhoto: Cycling Architects

Alwar, Rajasthan for Stargazing Amidst the Deserts

Rajasthan is popular for the food, the music, the hospitality and what not. What tops our list  is staying back after dinner and basking in the glory of the clear night sky. Additionally, the Astroresort in Alwar, the second darkest place in India offers you the experience of stargazing and night time photography. 

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Bodh Gaya, Bihar for the Serene Surroundings

Bodh Gaya in Bihar is one of the few UNESCO World Heritage and Buddhist pilgrimage sites in India to remain in the pristine conditions. The sheer part where you experience the open skies and the kindness and humility in the air is the biggest highlight of this trip. Centered around a huge statue of Gautam Buddha, the founder of the buddhist religion, there are multiple temples of the Buddha laced with architecture from all the countries around the world that practice buddhism.



Raghurajpur artPhoto: Attray Adas

Raghurajpur, Odisha for their local art form

Raghurajpur and the nearby town of Pipli in Odisha are famous for the art of creating embroidered and hand painted handicrafts of palm leaves and dyed cotton. Raghurajpur stands out amongst the rest because of the participation of the entire family in bringing together the art. The paintings are inspired from the vaishnav community who have dedicated their lives to the preserver of the world, Vishnu. The natural paints created by the women of the family and the preserving process of the paintings is something that interests art enthusiasts all over the world.



andaman watersPhoto: Jailam Rashad

Andaman Islands for relaxing

Andaman and Lakshadweep islands are for all the water babies out there. Be it for the water adventure sports (read snorkeling and scuba diving) , the lagoons of the clear waters, white sand beaches and the sky high coconut trees or the bustling streets of Port Blair, this place is perfect to lay back and relax. Tourists round the world come down to Port Blair to visit the colonial Kaala Pani or Cellular Jail where a light and sound show is hosted every evening.

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The Tea Plantation Gardens in Darjeeling

Tea, a popular beverage in India is for both recreational and medicinal use. The tea estates in Darjeeling is famous for the fragrant and mild tea that it produces. A small area is open for the tourist visits for free. Numerous shops in the locality offer tea tasting services and have packaged varieties for sale. A walk around these charming and cascading tea estates on a misty morning is all you need to gain the zen state of mind you have always wanted.



Mysore Palace

Mysore Palace for the Architectural Beauty 

Mysore Palace, the royal residence for the Wodeyars is a wonderful blend of Rajput, gothic, muslim and hindu style of architecture. The columns of the Darbar Hall are inspired from Valmiki’s Ramayana, an ancient hindu scripture celebrating the win of the good over the evil. Kalyan Mantapa, an octagonal hall hosts all the royal weddings. Palace illumination and light and sound shows are hosted on public holidays.
A special procession is organized on the day of Dussehra or Vijayadashmi for the local public and tourists throughout the city of Mysore where the king tours the entire city in his carriage. 

 
 

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