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Explore India’s 10 Top Most Tourist Attractions

Explore India’s 10 top most tourist attractions while embarking on an Incredible India Tour. India is a land of culture and heritage which has an array of tourist attraction that draws travelers from all over the world. It is an incredible country where diversity delights, culture echoes, and traditions speak. In capturing Golden Triangle India Tour visitors can see the foggy hill stations, historical monuments, captivating beaches, golden deserts, temples, peaceful backwaters, affluent wildlife and colorful fairs and festivals.

By seeing the beauty of India, one can say that this land is simply exotic, captivating and magical place. Furthermore, in commencing India Tours, visitors can see the bewitching backwater beauty of Kerala,the astonishing Ghat of Varanasi, ancient temples of Khajuraho, Taj Mahal, the splendid beaches of Goa, the historical forts and Palaces of Rajasthan, and of course the breathtaking beauty of the Indian flora and fauna. Listed here below are the 10 top most tourist attractions of India.

1. Ladakh

Ladakh the most popular tourist destination in India
Ladakh, one of the most popular tourist destination in Nepal

Begin your Ladakh Tour and discover why Ladakh is also called ‘Little Tibet’ in India. Ladakh mountains are located in the north Indian Himalayas with Jammu and Kashmir sandwiched between the Karakoram and the Himalayas. The region is the highest Indian plateau and also one of the least explored Himalayan region. Once you arrive in Ladakh, you will realize why it is called ‘Little Tibet’. In fact, Ladakh is more like Tibet than any part of India. It is also a part of the famous ancient Silk Road. Ladakh has served as an important strategic point in the Himalayas since the ancient times. Buddhism is believed to have penetrated to Tibet from India via Ladakh Himalayas. The influence of Buddhism can also be seen in the capital of Ladakh, Leh (3500 m).

2. Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal one of the top 10 destination in India
Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal, one of the most mesmerizing monuments in India, is the epitome of Mughal art and one of the most famous buildings in the world. The Taj Mahal is considered to be the greatest architectural achievement in the whole range of Indo-Islamic architecture. The epitome of Mughal art itself describes its beauty and integrity which is known as a symbol of love. The Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of the world and proudly stands on the bank of river Yamuna. This architect was built in sweet memory of Mumtaz Begum by the 5th Mughal King Shah Jahan. Come to unfold the pages from the past to churn the charm out of its mystique and enrich your imagination about this marvel of an epic in stone, The Taj!

3. Kerala

Kerala

Kerala, another top tourist attraction of India, has been aptly named as “God’s Own Country” which eventually is known for its backwaters. Owing to its natural beauty, one cannot refrain from visiting this lovely destination. So take an adventurous trip to Kerala and see the hills, luxuriant and natural greenery, and admirable beaches there. Furthermore, the place has acres of coconut palms, rice barges, which also fascinate the visitors from all across the globe.

4. Khajuraho

Khajuraho

The temples at Khajuraho, the most compelling destination in India, strikes a perfect balance between architecture and sculpture. Khajuraho’s art is a manifestation of the essence of the philosophy of Indian aesthetics. The erotic sculptures of Khajuraho depicting Kama Sutra are unique in the world. These sculptures congealed in stone – the lyrical paean to love and passion reflects the Chandela dynasty’s passion and immense appreciation for the forbidden art. They cannot be passed off as just erotic sculptures, the temples have some of the most revered Gods of Hinduism. In brief, Khajuraho is a cultural place which is highly acknowledged for its temples which were built by the Chandela dynasty. The temples represents the great masterpiece of Indian art and architectural values and are widely appreciated for the alluring erotic rock carvings of different gods.

5. Varanasi

Varanasi, India
Varanasi, India

Varanasi, the religious, sacred and a captivating destination in India, retains its 5,000 year history, which can be clearly seen at the 100 Ghats, out of which some are acknowledged all over the world. On a trip to India, visitors can travel to Varanasi and see the Ghats and the temples, which the city is famous for. The many attractions of the palace of the Ghats are its Ganga Arti, which has been practiced for the last many years.

6. Rajasthan

Rajasthan

Rajasthan, the land of colors and kings, is the aura of nature that enthralled the erstwhile royal dynasties who supplemented a dazzling touch to this arid state by constructing some of the most luxurious palaces, ornamental gardens, magnificent forts, colorful havelis and exquisite temples – each signifying an architectural masterpiece. In Rajasthan you can come across the opulent and lavish lifestyle of the Maharajas of the bygone era by staying at heritage hotels and palaces. Heritage hotels are the former royal residences that, at present offer immaculate services to visitors amidst a regal ambience. In short, Rajasthan is a treasure-trove of the most excellent in Indian handicrafts that lure visitors from each nook and corner of the world. Besides, during your trip you can shop for magnificent fabrics in attractive prints, kundan and Minakari jewellery, precious and semi-precious stones, blue pottery, embroidered shoes, carpet, blanket, miniature paintings, beautiful trinkets and a lot more in this arid state.

7. Darjeeling

Famous Toy Train in Darjeeling
Famous Toy Train in Darjeeling

Darjeeling, one of the extremely famous hill stations of northeast India, is also popularly recognized as the “QUEEN OF HILL STATIONS”. Capture the true essence of the hill station while making Sikkim & Darjeeling Tour. It is enclosed by hills, stunning forests of teak wood, pine trees and all green tea estates. Traveling through the criss-cross roads of the region would be daring and memorable. The highest hill railway line in Asia moves along the road, and traveling in the toy train would be an added astonishing experience. UNESCO has approved this railway as one of the World Heritage sites. Known for its natural splendor, Darjeeling’s best gift to its visitors is the dawn of a new day. Furthermore, Tiger Hill in Darjeeling welcomes all with the spectacular views of snow capped Everest, Kabru, Kanchenjunga, Jannu and other peaks.

8. Goa

Goa

Goa, the hottest beach destination in India, is the place where young and old love to relax and unwind. Incredibly gifted with physical as well as spiritual beauty, Goa is a scenic tropical state in India.  In this respect, the honeymoon destination is synonymous with fun and tranquility. The beach paradise is not only popular for free sand and surf, but also for its age-old churches as well as natural wonders. It is mainly divided into North and South. With numerous night clubs and restaurants, North Goa is a perfect tourist hotspot. South Goa is more tranquil with peaceful beaches with a slower pace of life. Also, Goa is a city of deeply religious, and friendly populace which has helped to retain its real charm.

9. Manali

Manali

Manali is the lover’s paradise, India’s Honeymoon capital as well as an adventure playground. Surrounded by high peaks, majestic hills and woody forests, Manali is a valley located in the Kullu District of Himachal Pradesh. A collection of three adjacent hills, each of which has a village and an old temple makes up the entire Manali. Old Manali village has Manu Temple, Vasistha village has Vashistha Temple and Dhungri village has Hadimba Temple.

With mountain adventures beckoning from all directions, the quaint charm of Manali has captured the world’s attention, overwhelmed its visitors by flowering apple trees and adventurous snow covered roads, thus making it one of the most visited tourist destinations as well as the most popular, beautiful and awe-inspiring hill stations in India. With attractions such as the Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley, this town has a multitude of options for tourists looking for adventurous activities like trekking, paragliding, skiing, zorbing, white water rafting etc. Manali houses many European cafes, the reason being European tourists who discovered this region, stayed on, married locals and started their businesses.

10. Nainital

Nainital

Nainital, carrying a subtle charm is a popular hill station in the state of Uttarakhand. The name Nainital means ‘The Lake of the Eye’ which according to mythology is believed that the burnt remains of Goddess Sati,  apparently the eye, had fallen down here. With its beautiful lakes, temples and exotic scenery around, it is the perfect honeymoon paradise nestled in the arms of Kumaon Hills. Due to its favorable climate all year round and its famous natural attractions, it is one of the most popular hill stations in India. Blessed with its own scenic lake, Nainital, named after Goddess Naina Devi, is also known as the Lake District of the state. This honeymoon paradise is believed to have the blessings of Lord Shiva. A perfect summer retreat for those wishing to escape the unbearable summers of north India, Nainital is also famous for its education, producing illustrious celebrities like Amitabh Bachchan, Kabir Bedi, Manish Pandey, Major Somnath Sharma and Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, to name of few.

Some popular activities around the Lake City are trekking, yachting, horse-riding, Paragliding, parasailing, bird watching, jungle tours, Canyoning, kayaking, river rafting, sunset hikes, mountain biking and rock climbing.

Thus, if you want to see the diverse cultural beauty, exotic beaches, and incredible vistas of Himalayas, then visit India and capture the 10 topmost tourist attractions of India.

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