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INDIA TOURIST DESTINATIONS

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HILL STATIONS IN INDIA

India is a country that breathes unity in diversity in healthy balance at all levels; climate is no exception and the hill stations of India have been the cause of several pleasant climatic conditions around the country. Let us take a peek into the various tourist spots under this category in various parts of the country.

Amongst the most popular hill stations of Indiaand South India Hill Station are:

Auli Uttar Pradesh – Located in the lap of the ice-capped mountains, it is one of the newer and major hill stations of India where skiing is a major leisure activity.	Dalhousie Located at 80 km from Pathankot, it is spread over five hills and has its own distinctive flavor of peace and tranquility amid natural bliss.	Darjeeling A haven of natural beauty of a different level altogether, this place with colonial charm intact, in the northern part of West Bengal exudes a refreshing air of innocence.
Dehradun Located in the state of Uttaranchal about 235 km from Delhi in the heart of the Doon valley, this city has the holy Ganges to its east, the Himalayas to its north, and the Shivalik range to its south.	Gangtok Capital city Sikkim, it is much traveled for its numerous monasteries and the scenic views of the majestic Himalayas. Gangtok is actually one of the important hill-stations of India.	Khandala Set amidst the Sahyadri Mountains in the state of Maharashtra, it exhibits a profusion of natural riches. A flight from the everyday toil and commercialism, it serves as a great outing on your tour to India.
Kullu Cradled in the charming Kullu valley in the backdrop of the Himalayas, this town is well-known for its temples and the celebrations of the annual Dussehra festival, both of which ensure huge influx of tourists.	Lonavala Commonly known as the ‘jewel of the Sahyadri Mountains’, Lonavala is set in the heart of the green hills of the Western Ghats and serves as a popular outing from Mumbai.	Manali Formerly termed as the “end of the habitable world”, this is one of the important India hill stations in the northern region. The pleasant climate provides for a perfect holiday getaway.
Mount Abu Atop an altitude of 1,220 meters above sea level, Mt. Abu is Rajasthan’s pride as a hill station. It is located around 180 km from Jodhpur, which is the second largest city of the state, and 509 km away from the state capital, Jaipur.	Munnar One of the major tea trade centers in Kerala, it is set at an altitude of 1520 meters, in the eastern side of the state.	Kodaikanal Set amid the Palani Hills in Tamil Nadu, it is one of the choicest hill stations of India towards the south.
Coorg Locally called Kodagu, it is a lovely piece of land rarely explored, near the beautiful blue Sahyadari Mountains and densely vegetated valleys.	Coonoor A part of the famous Nilgiri Hills, Coonoor is located in the upper region of the Hulikal ravine at an elevation of 1,800 m above sea level at 19 km from Ooty.	Kasauli Located in the lower Himalayas, Kasauli is one of the favorite hills stations of India today.
Kashmir Travel to this state in the northern India and you will feel heaven on earth itself. Lakes, flowers, lots of greenery and vast expanses of snow during winters are absolute delights.	Khajjiar Located in the picturesque Chamba valley, it is a delightful stopover for the tourists traveling between Dalhousie and Chamba.	Mussoorie Often called the “Queen of the Hills”, and located at the foothills of the Himalayas, Mussoorie derives its name from the Mansur shrub that grows in abundance here.
Nainital Developed around a lake, Nainital is simply heavenly bliss with cottages, steep sylvan mountains.	Ooty Referred to as the ‘queen of southern hill stations’, Ooty (also Ootacamund or Udhagamandalam), the summer resort, is situated in the state of Tamil Nadu. It was founded and developed into thus by the British Collector John Sullivan.	Shimla The capital city of Himachal Pradesh, and located about 343 km from Delhi at an altitude of 2,213 meters above sea level, it was founded by the British in 1819 and developed accordingly.
Srinagar The summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, it is aptly the pride of the picturesque valley of Kashmir. Its lakes, the charming rows of houseboats, the lovely gardens and clear climate will mesmerize you. More »	Mahabaleshwar Set along the western ghats of Maharashtra, the refreshing resort of Mahabaleshwar is a perfect holiday getaway. More »

HERITAGE IN INDIA

India, a platform of rich culture and tradition amidst a huge range of diversity and equality, is home to some of the excellent manifestations of art and architecture in various forms and shapes. Long and strong stretches of history have resulted in the creation of several artistic illustrations and cultural depictions. A ride through the entire sphere of these architectural masterpieces will help you delve deeper into the country’s cultural bias. East to west, north to south – travel through the vast stretches of the nation to explore the various heritage destinations of India and peep into the range of intricate forms of art and architecture of India. The heritage destinations in India basically calls for a closer look as the following options are some of the greatest landmarks in the world of culture and ethnicity of the country of ancient glory and grandeur:

India, a platform of rich culture and tradition amidst a huge range of diversity and equality, is home to some of the excellent manifestations of art and architecture in various forms and shapes. Long and strong stretches of history have resulted in the creation of several artistic illustrations and cultural depictions. A ride through the entire sphere of these architectural masterpieces will help you delve deeper into the country’s cultural bias. East to west, north to south – travel through the vast stretches of the nation to explore the various heritage destinations of India and peep into the range of intricate forms of art and architecture of India. The heritage destinations in India basically calls for a closer look as the following options are some of the greatest landmarks in the world of culture and ethnicity of the country of ancient glory and grandeur

Taj Mahal

Agra – This monument of pristine supremacy in terms of artistic connotations is viewed as an epitome of love and romance. Built by the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, in loving memory of his wife, Mumtaz, this structure of white marble flaunts a dome and minarets adorning the premises.

Nalanda

Nalanda, in Bihar still today bears the glory of Buddhist culture in the form of the ruins of the Nalanda University. Having been traveled by educationists like Fa Hien and Hieuen Tsang as students, the University was a residential educational institution, accommodating as many as10,000 students and 2,000 teachers.

Neemrana Fort

Constructed in 1464 A.D by Prithviraj Chauhan II, it is located on a plateau of the Aravalli ranges, 122kms from New Delhi. It is actually one of the earliest heritage resorts of India.

Devigarh Palace

Opening into the valley of Udaipur, this structure is ideally an 18th century artistic illustration and gifted to Sajja Singh of Gujarat, in recognition of his gallantry and allegiance to Maharana Pratap against Akbar, at the battle of Haldighati.

    Fatehpur Sikri

   This red sandstone city at a distance of 37 kms from Agra was created by Akbar the Great, depicting a healthy blend of Mohammedan and Hindu architecture, thus defining the religious tolerance of the emperor.

Konark Temples

Approved as a United Nations (UNESCO) World Heritage Site, the temple at 65 km from Bhubaneswar is dedicated to the Sun God and depicts Orissa's medieval architecture.

Mahabaleswar

Nestled amidst the Sahyadris, at 120 km south of Pune, Mahabaleshwar is presently and for quite some time now a chosen hill resort. The interesting religious spots here attract a lot of attention.

The erstwhile second capital of the Pallava kings of Kanchipuram, this tiny seaside village at 58 kilometers from Madras on the Bay of Bengal is renowned for its shore temples.

          Khajuraho Temples

Some of the most outstanding instances of intricate medieval Indian architecture, these temples built during AD 950 and AD 1050 at the time of Chandela kings, deeply illustrate the romantic episodes of the Hindu gods and goddesses.

Ajanta-Ellora Caves

One of the choicest travel destinations for tourists around the world, these caves, outside the city of Aurangabad, about 400km northeast of Mumbai, represent the evolution of Buddhism, from 200 BC to 650 AD. They proudly embody three faiths of Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism.

Wildlife Destinations in India

Every rational being with a longing for knowledge, is expected to have a taste for the wild and the unknown. Visits to the various wildlife destinations of India can satisfy this craving to a certain extent. Make use of your tour to India to stay at any of these wildlife destinations of India among the 441 sanctuaries, 80 national parks and 23 tiger reserves, and live life to the fullest in your own style among the deep and dark forests of India to satiate your urge to watch the untamed and feel the adventure. The wildlife destinations of India that have preserved the Indian wildlife over the years are as follows: 

Bandhavgarh National Park

Occupying an area of 105.40-sq-kms, this park in the Umaria District of Madhya Pradesh preserves several white tigers, chausingha, nilgai, chital, chinkara, and wild boar.
the Siberian Cranes, Barons, Ibis, Pelicans and Painted Storks that traverse more than half the globe to make Bharatpur Bird Sanctaury their nesting place in winters. This bird paradise of India is a famous refuge of migratory birds.

Corbett National Park

Occupying 1,200-sq-kms in Uttaranchal, amidst the hilly and temporary marshy depressions, plateaus and ravines this national park is home to a large number of tigers, leopards, crocodiles

Gir National Park and Sanctuary 

Situated in the Sasan Gir of Junagarh district, the park is home to the famous Asiatic lion and preserves other species too, like Chinkara, Nilgai, Sambhar, Black Bucks and many more.
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary - Located on the riverbanks of Mandovi, this sanctuary is of a meager 1.8 sq km and preserves several local and migratory birds that come from Siberian plains during winter.

Kanha National Park
Located in the Mandla District of Madhya Pradesh, the Kanha National Park is mainly home to tigers, leopards and bears. The Surpan River, the grasslands and the steep rocky edges make for a wonderful scenic bliss. 

Kaziranga National Park
Situated partially in the Golaghat District and partially in Nagaon District of Assam, along the Brahmaputra River, this national park is famous for preserving the rare species of one horned rhino.

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Located along the banks of the lovely Vembanand Lake, it is one of the favorite destinations of the migratory birds like the Siberian stork, heron, egret, darter and teal.

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Located in the Cardamom hills region of the Western Ghats in the state of Kerala in SW India, this wildlife reserve is home to several elephants and other animals like Dhole, Nilgiri Tahr, leopard and Sambar.

Ranthambore National Park 
Considered as one of the most visited tourist attractions in India, this national park has a variety of dense forests and open bush land. Apart from the tigers, that it is famous for, it also preserves sambar, chital, nilgai, gazzelle, boars.

Sasangir Wildlife Sanctuary
Chiefly a preserver of the Asiatic Lion, this national park in the Kathiwad peninsula of Gujarat is one of the finest India wildlife destinations.

Sariska Tiger Reserve
Declared a Tiger Reserve in 1979, this national park is famous as home to tigers, chital, sambar, leopard, chinkaras.

Sunderbans National Park
Offering mangroves, swamps, marshlands and several rippling streams for the geographical features, it is famous worldwide for the Royal Bengal Tiger

 

Pilgrimage Sites in India

India is a place of mixed cultures, ethnicity and religions. In fact Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism have their roots here. A tour to India is generally undertaken for its cultural inclinations; but the religious facet of the nation no less excites people all over the world. Some of the prime Pilgrimage Sites in India are as follows: 

Vaishno Devi
Located in a cave in the upper Trikuta Mountains in Jammu-Kashmir, it is associated with goddess Mahalakshmi. 

Tirupati Balaji
Set on a hill at Tirumala, a group of seven hills known as Seshachalam in south India, with an elevation of 2,800ft above the sea level, it is one of the richest temples in the world.

Golden Temple
Situated in Amritsar, Punjab, the Golden Temple or Darbar Sahib, it is steeped in the history and ideology of Sikhism. 

Hemkund Sahib
World’s highest shrine, it lies at an altitude of 4329 meters. It is one of the most sacred destinations of the Sikhs. 

Bodhgaya
Most significant of all the Buddhist pilgrimage destinations in India, it is a significant archaeological site, and a vital Buddhist centre. 

Rishikesh

Located barely 24 Kms from Haridwar at the base of the lower Himalayas, it is a scenic and spiritual paradise with the Holy Ganga flowing through.

Haridwar

Set along the right side of the bank of the holy Ganga, it is associated with both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, and is one of the four venues for the famous Kumbh Mela.

Varanasi

One of the oldest living cities in the world, it is one of the prime India pilgrimage destinations.

Kanyakumary

Lying at the junction of the Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal it is associated with goddess Devi Kanya, an incarnation of Shiva’s wife.

Madurai
Also called the Meenakshi Temple, it is located along river Vaigai. Believed to have been set up by the Pandyan King, Kulasekara in the 6th century BC, it is also referred to as the Athens of the East.

Mathura
Set along the right banks of the Yamuna this town has a continuous line of ghats (riverbanks) which is picturesque in itself. 

Hampi
One of the earliest Hindu pilgrimage destinations of India, Hampi has many temples, flaunting Hindu style of architecture. 

Shirdi
This sacred site of Sai Baba is located 260 kms from Mumbai, 130 kms from Aurangabad. 

Puri
Set along the Bay of Bengal, Puri offers the great temple of Lord Jagannath for several Hindu pilgrims. 

Pushkar
Pushkar is famous for its biggest cattle fair which falls in the month of Kartik. It commences two days before the full moon of the month and ends a day after it. Men and women congregate from all over Rajasthan and other nearby places with their horses, camels and cattle to buy and sell. In addition to its commercial importance, the fair is also a window to the cultural richness of Rajasthan. Days before it begins, tradesmen, craftsmen, troupes of dancers and singers, all gather here. 

Puttaparthi
Birthplace of Sri Satya Sai Baba, it is one of the religious destinations on your India tour. 

Ranakpur
One of the five most significant pilgrimage sites of Jainism, it is located about 60 km north of Udaipur in Pali

Churches of Goa
Owing their roots mostly to early Portuguese settlers, Goan churches are fine examples of late 16th and early 17th century art and architecture. Basilica of Bom Jesus and Goa Se Cathedral are the most prominent among them. 

Hemkund Sahib 

World’s highest shrine, it lies at an altitude of 4329 meters. It is one of the most sacred destinations of the Sikhs.

Hindu or Muslim; Sikh or Christian; Buddhist or Jain – each of the pilgrimage sites is a source of deep spirituality and serenity.