Best Places to Visit within INDIA

India is a huge, multifaceted nation with vibrant cities, breath-taking scenery, and a rich cultural legacy. Here is a list of some of the top tourist destinations, categorized by area:

East India

1. Kolkata, West Bengal
   • Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Indian Museum.
2. Darjeeling, West Bengal
   • Tea estates, Toy Train, Kanchenjunga views.
3. Kaziranga National Park, Assam
   • Famous for one-horned rhinoceroses.
4. Shillong, Meghalaya
   • Stunning waterfalls, living root bridges, and rolling hills.

West India

1. Rann of Kutch, Gujarat
   • White Desert, Kutch Festival (Rann Utsav).
2. Mumbai, Maharashtra
   • Gateway of India, Marine Drive, and Bollywood tours.
3. Goa
   • Beaches, Portuguese architecture, vibrant nightlife.
4. Udaipur, Rajasthan
   • City of Lakes, Lake Palace, Jag Mandir.

North India

1. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
   • Ghats of the Ganges River, Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
2. Agra, Uttar Pradesh
   • Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri.
3. Delhi
   • Red Fort, India Gate, Qutub Minar, and Lotus Temple.
   • Blend of history and modernity.
4. Jaipur, Rajasthan
   • Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, and City Palace.
   • Known as the “Pink City.”
   • Spiritual capital of India.
5. Amritsar, Punjab
   • Golden Temple, Wagah Border, Jallianwala Bagh.
6. Leh-Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir
   • Pangong Lake, Nubra Valley, Magnetic Hill.
   • Adventure and stunning Himalayan landscapes.

South India

1. Tamil Nadu
   • Chennai: Marina Beach and Kapaleeshwarar Temple.
   • Madurai: Meenakshi Temple.
   • Rameswaram: Dhanushkodi and Ramanathaswamy Temple.
2. Kerala (God’s Own Country)
   • Alleppey: Backwaters and houseboats.
   • Munnar: Tea plantations.
   • Kochi: Historic forts and Kathakali performances.
3. Pondicherry (Puducherry)
   • French colonial charm and serene beaches.
4. Hampi, Karnataka
   • UNESCO World Heritage Site with ancient ruins.
5. Mysore, Karnataka
   • Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hill, silk markets.

Northeast India

1. Majuli, Assam
   • Largest River Island, vibrant culture, and Satras (monasteries).
2. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
   • Monasteries and breathtaking landscapes.
3. Ziro Valley, Arunachal Pradesh
   • Scenic beauty and Apatani tribal culture.
4. Gangtok, Sikkim
   • Tsomgo Lake, Nathula Pass, monasteries.

Central India

1. Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh
   • Tiger sightings and lush forests.
2. Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh
   • Temples with intricate carvings.