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15 Places in India That Every Tourist Must Visit

Kerala – For its backwaters and much more

Kerala Backwater
Pristine backwaters, coconut fringed beaches, rejuvenating Ayurvedic massages and colourful festivals; Yes! You guessed it right. I am taking about the God’s own country, Kerala, one of the most picturesque places in India with a footfall of thousands of tourists every year. Tucked between Arabian Sea and Western Ghats, Kerala has been blessed with immense natural beauty. Besides serene backwaters and pristine beaches, Kerala is also home to scenic hill station and numerous wildlife sanctuaries. Offering an umpteen number of tourist activities, a trip to Kerala is a ‘must-have’ experience for every traveller across the world. From memorable houseboat stays on backwaters of Alleppey, nature walks through lush slopes and sprawling tea gardens of ‘Munnar’, thrilling elephant rides at the ‘Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary’ to watching mesmerizing Kathakali performance at the ‘Kathakali Centre’; Kerala is a destination worth visiting once in lifetime.
When in Kerala, you simply cannot miss gorging on the aromatic Kerala food served traditionally on banana leaves or experiencing a rustic stay in a tree house. A vibrant temple festival showcasing the cultural legacy of the state or observing the massive Chinese Fishing nets being operated by the fishermen on the beach of Fort Kochi is also something you will find only in Kerala.

Hampi – For its brilliantly carved monuments

Vijaya Vittala Temple Hampi
A city immersed in the glorious past of the Vijayanagara Empire dating back to the period between 14th and 16th century, Hampi is one of the most incredible places to visit in India. Ruins of this ancient city with its number of strikingly beautiful monuments, temples and palaces still tell you the tales of grandeur and magnificence of the Vijayanagara rulers. Be it the artistic splendour of the ‘Virupaksha Temple’, the spellbinding exquisite carvings of the iconic stone chariot in the ‘Vijaya Vittala Temple’, the ornamentally carved pillars of the ‘Achyutaraya Temple’ or the fascinating architecture of the ‘King’s Balance’; a walk through the streets of Hampi is sure to make you discover the hidden stories of a great empire whose grandiosity and magnificence is today lost in history. A trip to this historic city is incomplete without being part of its musical extravaganza during the ‘Hampi Utsav’ when the whole city comes alive with live cultural dance performances in the backdrop of the splendid ruins lit up in glittering lights, making it an exceptional sight to behtg

Mysore – For its rich culture

Mysore City Palace
Considered to be the cultural capital of Karnataka in South IndiaMysore is a historic city known for its ornate palaces and gardens. Fast developing as an IT hub, the city still retains its old world cultural charm. From the city’s streets soaked in the fragrance of perfumed incense, boulevards teeming with stalls trading exquisite sandalwood carvings, markets lined up with shops selling beautiful silk sarees to sweet shops queued with hordes of customers waiting to have their share of the delicious ‘Mysore Pak’ – every nook and corner of the city seems to be so full of life.
Needless to say, every attraction of Mysore unfolds a new story related to the city’s glorious past: whether you walk past the elaborate pathways of the magnificent ‘Mysore City Palace’ dazzling with thousands of bulbs against the dark night sky, take a relaxing stroll through the sprawling ‘Brindavan Gardens’ lined up with musical fountains along the pathways, witness the sheer extravaganza of a royal procession of colourfully decked up elephants during the world famous ‘Mysore Dasara Festival’, take a climb up to the ‘Chamundeshwari Temple’ perched on the ‘Chamundi Hill’ or get awe-struck with the spectacle of the well preserved ‘Hoyasala Temples’ in Somnathpur; the city of Tipu Sultan continues to fascinate you with its rich cultural heritage.
Providing you with an unmatched travel experience, a visit to this beautiful city is a must for every travel enthusiast, both national and international.ghts / 4 Days

Andaman & Nicobar – For its pristine beauty and array of water sports

Andaman Nicobar Island
Known for their picturesque beauty with pristine beaches, azure waters and verdant forests, Andaman & Nicobar are a group of more than 500 shimmering islands tucked in an infinite expanse of the Bay of Bengal. Relatively unexplored, these islands have that enigmatic charm to them that lures thousands of tourists every year. Packed with an array of interesting activities, a holiday in Andaman & Nicobar is sure to be one of the best vacations in India. The Asia’s best beach, ‘Radhanagar Beach’ on the ‘Havelock Island’ is a paradise for honeymoon couples who can be seen here immersed in romantic walks holding each other’s hands and witnessing the beautiful sunset. For water sports lovers, the azure waters teeming with a diverse marine life and coral reefs, offer a perfect ambience to indulge in some world-class scuba diving and sea walking experience. If you are looking out for an adventurous twist in the serenity of these beautiful islands, go for boat safaris through thick mangrove forests leading to dark limestone caves at the ‘Baratang Island’, take a challenging trek to the ‘Saddle Peak’ snaking through scenic terrains and thick forests sighting few exotic colourful birds or camp under the open moonlit sky and try your hands at a bar-be-que experience of cooking your
 

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