India being rich in traditions and culture has a variety of tourist spots to visit. From hill stations to historical sites, royal palaces to beautiful backwaters, from the high lofty ice cold mountains to the hot sun- baked wide spread deserts, the diverse geography is an amalgamation of cultures, religions and beliefs.
Some Places You Must Visit On A Holiday To India Are:-
1. Goa: Located in the west coast of India, Goa is one of the best tourist spots and a place for beach lovers and fun loving people who want to relax and have a great time enjoying the music, theatre and adventurous water sports. The best time to visit would be during December – February as the New Year celebration and The Goa Carnival during February are to die for. The Baga beach, Colva beach, Morjim beach are a few best beaches in Goa. Those who are interested in the ancient architecture can visit Se Cathedral and Basilica of Born Jesus to enjoy the historical past of Goa.
2. Himachal Pradesh(Manali): Himachal Pradesh is knwon for its snow covered hills and long trees of Devdar and there are so many tourist hill stations famous all around the world. One of them is Manali, which is known for its hills beauty and Beas River. Newly wedded couples can easily find the best resorts in Manali for honeymoon.
3. Kashmir: Being rich with its history and political controversy, Kashmir is paradise on earth. The house boats, snow covered mountains and breath taking valleys makes it heaven on earth. The Dal lake, located in Srinagar, has floating house boats called Shikharas, Pari Mahal which is an ancient monument and Gulmarg, the ultimate destination for skiing are the places you may love to go to on a visit to Goa.
4. Agra: This city, mostly known for one of the wonders of the world, “Taj Mahal”, is a place full of historical monuments from the times of Mughal rule. The Agra Red Fort and Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb and Panch Mahal at Fatehpur Sikhri are next in line after you visit The Taj Mahal which was built by Shah Jahan in loving memory of his wife, Mumtaz.
5. Kerala: Also known as God’s own country which is located in the southern region and is known for its equable and tropical climate, it has a pleasant atmosphere throughout the year which makes it a perfect holiday place. The backwater of Kerala is a place loved by those who love to spend time in the nature’s serene beauty and enjoy the tranquil waterfalls. It also provides ayurvedic healing and massage therapies for relaxation. Some of the main backwater destinations in Kerala are Kumarakom, Allepey, Cochin, Trivandrum and Kollam.
6. Rajasthan (Jaipur): The land with most beautiful and far stretched deserts such as the Thar desert, is a place known as the “land of kings” because of the various royal forts and palaces located here. The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur, consists of City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar and Amber Fort which display the legacies and rulers of ancient times. The Aravalli Range which is a range of mountains adds to the diversity of Rajasthan and are a beauty in itself.
So, depending on what you are looking for, India is a place, where you can find anything you want and could be a perfect holiday destination. Just pack your bags and go exploring.
Author’s Biography: Written by Maria Benson. She loves traveling and painting. Currently she is researching on ppi claims.
