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are expected
to significantly boost tourism in India.
is today one of the most developed cities in the
country and a modern hub of information technology, ITES, and
biotechnology. Hyderabad is known for its rich history,
culture and architecture representing its unique character as a
meeting point for North and South India, and also its multilingual
culture, both geographically and culturally.
, the abode of Sri Mallikarjuna, is one of twelve
Jyothirlingalu in India, Amaravati's Siva temple is one of the
Pancharamams, and Yadagirigutta, the abode of an avatara of Vishnu,
Sri Lakshmi Narasimha. The Ramappa temple
and Thousand Pillars temple in Warangal are famous
for some fine temple carvings. The state has numerous
Buddhist centres at Amaravati, Nagarjuna
Konda, Bhattiprolu
, Ghantasala,
Nelakondapalli, Dhulikatta, Bavikonda,
Thotlakonda, Shalihundam, Pavuralakonda,
Sankaram, Phanigiri and Kolanpaka.
, the one-million-year old limestone caves at
Borra
, picturesque Araku Valley, hill resorts of Horsley
Hills, river Godavari racing through a narrow gorge at Papi
Kondalu, waterfalls at Ettipotala, Kuntala and rich bio-diversity
at Talakona, are some of the natural attractions of the
state. Visakhapatnam is home to many tourist attactions such as the INS
Karasura Submarine museum (The only one of its kind in India),
Yarada Beach, Araku Valley, VUDA Park, Indira Gandhi Zoological
Gardens.
(pictured) and the Manas National
Park
, the largest river island Majuli, and tea-estates dating back to time of
British Raj. The weather is
mostly sub-tropical. Assam experiences the Indian monsoon and has one of the highest forest densities
in India. The winter months (October to April) are the best time to
visit.
, the mystery of the bird suicides in Jatinga, numerous temples including Kamakhya of Tantric sect,
ruins of palaces, etc. Guwahati
, the capital city of Assam, boasts many bazaars,
temples, and wildlife sanctuaries.
is one of
the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world with history
of 3000 years. The rich culture and heritage of Bihar is evident
from the innumerable ancient monuments that are dotted all over this state in eastern India.This is the Place of Arybhatta,Great
Ashoka,Chanakya and many
more.Bihar is one of
the most sacred places of various religions like Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism & Islam.Famous Attraction includes Mahabodhi
Temple
, a Buddhist shrine and UNESCO World Heritage Site is
also situated in Bihar, Barabar Caves
,Oldest Rockcut Caves on India, Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library
the Oldest Library of India.
is the
capital city of India. A fine blend of old and new, ancient
and modern, Delhi is a melting pot of cultures, religions. Delhi
has been the capital of numerous empires that ruled India, making it rich in
history. The rulers left behind their trademark architectural
styles. Delhi currently has many renowned historic
monuments and landmarks such as the Tughlaqabad fort
, Qutub
Minar
, Purana Quila, Lodhi Gardens
, Jama Masjid
, Humayun's
tomb
, Red
Fort
, and Safdarjung's Tomb
. Modern monuments include Jantar
Mantar
, India
Gate
, Rashtrapati Bhavan
, Laxminarayan
Temple, Lotus
temple
and Akshardham Temple
.
is famous for its British colonial architecture,
wide roads, and tree-lined boulevards. Delhi is home to
numerous political landmarks, national museums, Islamic shrines,
Hindu temples, green parks, and trendy malls.
is one of
the most famous tourist destinations in India. A former colony of
Portugal
, Goa is famous for its excellent beaches,
Portuguese churches, Hindu temples, and
wildlife sanctuaries. The Basilica of Bom Jesus
, Mangueshi Temple,
Dudhsagar Waterfalls, and
Shantadurga are famous attractions in
Goa. Recently a Wax Museum (Wax World) has also opened in
Old Goa housing a number of wax personalities of Indian history,
culture and heritage.
is famous for its Himalayan
landscapes and popular hill-stations. Many outdoor
activities such as rock climbing,
mountain biking, paragliding, ice-skating, and heli-skiing are popular tourist attractions in
Himachal
Pradesh.
, the state
capital, is very popular among tourists. The Kalka-Shimla Railway is a Mountain
railway
which is a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. Shimla is also a famous skiing attraction in India. Other popular hill
stations include Manali
and Kasauli.
, home of the Dalai Lama,
is known for its Tibetan monasteries and Buddhist temples.
Many trekking expeditions also begin
here.
is the northernmost state of India. Jammu is
noted for its scenic landscape, ancient temples, Hindu shrines,
castles, gardens, and forts. The Hindu holy shrines of Amarnath
and Vaishno Devi
attract tens of thousands of Hindu devotees every year.
Jammu's natural landscape has made
it one of the most popular destinations for adventure tourism in
south Asia. Jammu's historic monuments feature a unique blend of
Islamic and Hindu architecture styles.
, Srinagar
Phalagam, Gulmarg, Yeusmarg and Mughal Gardens etc.
. However, the tourism industry is severely affected by the
insurgency.
has emerged
as a major hub for adventure tourism. This part of Greater
Himalaya called "moon on earth" comprising of naked peaks and deep
gorges was once known for the silk route to High Asia from the
subcontinent. Leh
is also a
growing tourist spot.
has been ranked as fourth most popular destination
for tourism among states of India. It has the second highest
number of protected monuments in India, at 507.
, Ratta
ruled Karnataka particularly North
Karnataka. They built great monuments to Buddhism,
Jainism, Shaivism. The monuments are still present at Badami
, Aihole
, Pattadakal
, Hampi
, Lakshmeshwar
, Sudi
, Hooli
, Mahadeva
Temple 
, Dambal
, Lakkundi
, Gadag
, Hangal
, Halasi
, Galaganatha
, Chaudayyadanapura
, Banavasi
, Belur
, Halebidu
, Shravanabelagola
, Sannati
and many more. Notable Islamic monuments are present at Bijapur
, Bidar
, Gulbarga
, Raichur
and other part of the state. Gol Gumbaz
at Bijapur, has the second largest pre-modern dome in the
world after the Byzantine Hagia Sophia
. Karnataka has two World
heritage sites, at Hampi and
Pattadakal, both are in North
Karnataka.
of Shimoga
District is one of the highest waterfalls in
Asia. This state has 21 wildlife sanctuaries and five
National parks and is home to more than 500 species of birds.
Karnataka
has many beaches at Karwar
, Gokarna
, Murdeshwara
, Surathkal
. Karnataka is a rock climbers paradise.
Yana
in Uttara Kannada, Fort in
Chitradurga, Ramnagara near Bangalore
district, Shivagange in Tumkur
district
and tekal in Kolar
district
are a rock climbers heaven.
is a state
on the tropical Malabar Coast of
southwestern India. Nicknamed as one of the "10 paradises of
the world" by National Geographic
, Kerala is famous especially for its ecotourism
initiatives. Its unique culture and traditions, coupled with
its varied demography, has made it one of the most popular tourist
destinations in India. Growing at a rate of 13.31%, the tourism
industry significantly contributes to the state's economy.
.
is called the "Heart of India" because of
its location in the centre of the country. It has been
hometo the cultural heritage of Hinduism,
Islam, Buddhism,
Sikhism, Jainism.
Innumerable monuments, exquisitely carved temples, stupas, forts
and palaces are dotted all over the State.
are world-famous for their erotic sculptures, and
are a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. Gwalior
is famous for its forts, the Tomb of Rani
Lakshmibai, and the Palace of Tansen.
is the most visited state by foreign tourists, with
more than 2 million foreign tourists arrivals annually.
Maharashtra boasts of a large number of popular and revered
religious venues that are heavily frequented by locals as well as
out-of-state visitors.
is the
most cosmopolitan city in India, and a great place to experience
modern India. Mumbai famous for Bollywood, the world's largest film industry. In
addition, Mumbai is famous for its clubs, shopping, and upscale
gastronomy. The city is known for its architecture, from
the ancient Ajanta
Caves
, to the Islamic Haji Ali
Mosque, to the colonial architecture of Bombay High Court and Victoria
Terminus
.
at Aurangabad
, the Mahalakshmi
temple in Kolhapur
, the city of Pune
the seat
of the Maratha Empire, the fantastic
Ganesh Chaturthi
celebrations.
has been
a preferred destination from ancient days for people who have an
interest in spirituality, religion, culture, art and natural
beauty. Ancient and medieval architecture, pristine sea
beaches, the classical and ethnic dance forms and a variety of
festivals. Orissa has kept the religion of Buddhism alive. Rock-edicts that have challenged
time stand huge and over-powering by the banks of the river Daya.
The torch of Buddhism is still ablaze in the sublime triangle at
Udayagiri and Khandagiri
Caves, on the banks of river Birupa. Precious fragments of a
glorious past come alive in the shape of stupas, rock-cut caves,
rock-edicts, excavated monasteries, viharas,
chaityas and sacred relics in caskets and the Rock-edicts of
Ashoka. Orissa is also famous for its well-preserved
Hindu Temples, especially the Konark Sun Temple
.Orissa is the home for various tribal
communities who have contributed uniquely to the multicultural and
multilingual character of the state. Their handicrafts, different
dance forms, jungle products and their unique life style blended
with their healing practices have got world wide attention.
The Matrimandir, a golden metallic
sphere in auroville, Puducherry
Promenade beach in Puducherry
(City of Dawn) is an "experimental" township
located 8 km North-West of puducherry. Auroville is
meant to be a universal town where men and women of all countries
are able to live in peace and progressive harmony, above all
creeds, all politics and all nationalities.
at Saint-Louis Street etc.
, Chandigarh
, and Ludhiana
. Punjab also has a rich religious
history incorporating Sikhism and Hinduism. Tourism in Punjab is principally suited
for the tourists interested in culture, ancient civilization,
spirituality and epic history. Some of the villages in Punjab are
also a must see for the person who wants to see the true Punjab,
with their beautiful traditional Indian homes, farms and temples,
this is a must see for any visitor that goes to Punjab.
, literally meaning "Land of the Kings", is
one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Northern India. The vast sand dunes of
the Thar Desert attract millions of
tourists from around the globe every year.
- The capital of Rajasthan, famous for its rich
history and royal architecture.
- Fortress-city at the edge of the Thar Desert, famous for its blue homes and
architecture.
- Known as the "Venice
" of India.
- Famous for its golden fortress.
- Barmer and surrounding areas offer perfect
picture of typical Rajasthani villages.
- Famous for its medieval history as a trade route
outpost.
- Is the highest peak in the Aravalli
Range
of Rajasthan.
- It has the first and one of the very Brahma
temples in the world.
- This town near Udaipur hosts the famous temple of
Shrinathji.
- Situated near Sawai Madhopur, this town has one
of the largest and most famous national parks in India.
was an independent kingdom till the year 1974, when
it became a part of the Republic of India. The capital of Sikkim
is Gangtok
, located approximately 185 kilometers from New
Jalpaiguri
, the
nearest railway station to Sikkim. Although, an airport is
under construction at Dekiling in East Sikkim, the nearest airport
to Sikkim would be Bagdogra. Sikkim is considered as the land of
Orchids and mystic cultures and colorful traditions. Sikkim is well
known among trekkers and adventure lovers, as West Sikkim has a lot
to give them.Places near Sikkim include Darjeeling
also known as the Queen of hills and Kalimpong
. Darjeeling, other than its world famous
"Darjeeling tea" is also famous for its refined "Prep schools"
founded during the British Raj.Kalimpong
is also famous for its flora cultivation and is home to many
internationally known Nurseries.
lies in the southern Indian peninsula, on the
shores of the Bay of Bengal. Many great rulers including the Cholas, Pallavas, Pandyas and the Vijayanagara
Empire ruled over parts of Tamil Nadu. The
state is known for its cultural heritage and temple
architecture.
, famous for its Shore Temple
, Kanyakumari
, the southernmost tip of India, Auroville, an International Utopian city, Mudumalai
Wildlife Sanctuary
, Ooty
and
Kodaikanal
, two famous hill stations. The Nilgiri Mountain Railway is a
Unesco World Heritage
Site
is the 27th state of the Republic of India.
Blessed with magnificent glaciers, majestic snow-clad mountains,
gigantic and ecstatic peaks, valley of flowers, skiing slopes and
dense forests, this Abode of Gods includes many shrines and places
of pilgrimage. Char-dhams, the four most sacred
and revered Hindu temples: Badrinath
, Kedarnath
, Gangotri
and Yamunotri are nestled
in the Mighty Himalayas. Haridwar
which means Gateway to God is the only
place on the plains., Uttarakhand promises its tourists a visit full of
fun and unforgettable moments. It contains the most
fascinating and beautiful part of the Himalayas and provide
watershed for Gangetic River System spanning 300 km from
Satluj
in the west to Kali river in the east.
Nanda Devi
(25640 Ft) is the second highest peak in India
after Kanchenjunga
(28160 Ft). Dunagiri, Neelkanth,
Chukhamba, Panchachuli, Trisul are other peaks above 23000 Ft. It
is considered abode of Devtas, Yakashyas,
Kinners, Fairies and Sages. They all are present here on
glittering peaks, roaring rivers, beautiful hills slopes and
valleys in one or another form.
, Almora
and Nainital
. Serenity, divinity and eternity comes alive
at charming Nature Retreats such as Dunagiri
.|
Glaciers Pindari Glacier, Milam Glacier  , Gangotri Glacier , Bunder
Punch Glacier , Khatling Glacier, Doonagiri Glacier, Dokrani Glacier, Kaphini Glacier, Ralam Glacier |
Wildlife Reserves Corbett National Park  , Rajaji National Park , Asan
Conservation Reserve, Nanda Devi National Park , Govind
Wildlife Sanctuary, Askot
Musk Deer Sanctuary (Askot ), Valley of
Flowers |
Adventure Sports Skiing at Mundali, Auli  , Dayara Bagyal and Munsiyari . Trekking at Mussoorie, Uttarkashi , Joshimath , Munsiyari, Chaukori, Pauri , Almora, Nainital |
is important with its wealth of monuments and
religious fervour. Geographically, Uttar Pradesh is very
diverse, with Himalayan foothills in the extreme north, the
Gangetic Plain in the centre, and the Vindhya Mountain Range
towards the South. It is also home of India's most visited
site, the Taj
Mahal
, and Hinduism's holiest city, Varanasi
. The most populous state of the Indian Union
also has a rich cultural heritage, and at the heart of North India, Uttar Pradesh has much to offer., Agra
, Mathura
, Jhansi
, Prayag
, Sarnath
, Ayodhya
, Dudhwa National Park
and Fatehpur Sikri
.
, one of the many cities in the state of West Bengal
has been nicknamed the City of
Palaces. This comes from the numerous palatial mansions
built all over the city.Unlike many north Indian cities, whose
construction stresses minimalism, the layout of much of the
architectural variety in Kolkata owes its origins to European styles and tastes imported by the British
and, to a much lesser extent, the Portuguese and French. The
buildings were designed and inspired by the tastes of the English
gentleman around and the aspiring Bengali Babu (literally, a
nouveau riche Bengali who aspired to cultivation of
English etiquette, manners and custom, as such practices were
favourable to monetary gains from the British). Today, many of
these structures are in various stages of decay. Some of the major
buildings of this period are well maintained and several buildings
have been declared as heritage structures.
. The
twin medieval cities had been sacked at least once by changing
powers in the 15th century. However, ruins from the period still
remain, and several architectural specimens still retain the glory
and shin of those times. The Hindu
architecture of Bishnupur in terracotta and laterite
sandstone are renowned world over.
Towards
the British Colonial Period
came the architecture of Murshidabad
and Coochbehar
.|
Notable site of West Bengal Cooch Behar  Cooch
Behar Darjeeling Kalimpong Kurseong Dooars Digha Bishnupur Malda Mukutmanipur Ayodhya Hills Murshidabad Kolkata. |
Places of Worship Dakshineswar Kali Temple  Kalighat Temple
Birla temple Belur
Math Bhoothnath Tipu Sultan Mosque Nakhoda Mosque St. Paul’s Cathedral
St. John's Church Parsi Fire Temples Japanese Buddhist Temple
Pareshnath Jain Temple |
is one of India's best-known sites and one
of the best architectural achievements in India.
Located
in Agra, it was
built between 1631 and 1653 by Emperor Shah
Jahan in honor of his wife, Arjumand Banu, more popularly known
as Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal
serves as her tomb.
is one of the most respected temples in
India and the most sacred place for Sikhs. The Golden Temple is
located in Amritsar, Punjab, India., was
completed in 1986 and serves as the Mother Temple of the Indian
Subcontinent. It has won numerous architectural awards and
been featured in hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles.
(It is also known as the 'Lotus
Temple.)
in Mumbai was built by the British and is a UNESCO
World Heritage
Site.
is an icon of Mumbai. (highest in India).
also has a large variety of protected wildlife. The country's protected wilderness
consists of 75 National parks of
India and 421 Sanctuaries, of which 19 fall under the purview
of Project Tiger. Its climatic and
geographic diversity makes it the home of over 350 mammals and 1200
bird species, many of which are unique to the subcontinent.
, Corbett
, Kanha
, Kaziranga, Periyar, Ranthambore
and Sariska.The world's largest mangrove forest
Sundarbans
is located in southern West Bengal
. The Sundarbans is UNESCO World Heritage Site.
, of British India
itself. Since Indian Independence, the role of these hill
stations as summer capitals has largely ended, but many hill
stations remain popular summer resorts. Most famous hill stations
are:
, Madhya Pradesh - It is also known as The Queen of
Satpura
.
, Andhra Pradesh
, Srinagar and Laddakh
in Jammu and Kashmir
in West Bengal
in Kerala and
Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu
in Meghalaya
, Kullu
in Himachal Pradesh in Uttarakhand
in Sikkim in Uttarakhand and
Ladhak
, to small, exclusive nature retreats such as
Dunagiri, Binsar
, Mukteshwar
in the Himalayas, to rolling vistas of Western
Ghats to numerous private retreats in the rolling hills of
Kerala.
, Andhra Pradesh
, Orissa, West
Bengal
, West Bengal
or Auli
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