Great Places That You Have To Visit In India

India’s tourism industry is booming with new opportunities due to government support. Every year millions of national and international travelers tour India to see its culture heritage, natural beauty and wildlife reserve. However, since India is a very vast country, planning what to see on a tour to India can be a really daunting task especially if you have to choose destinations between the South, North, East or West of India. Whether on a spiritual quest, a cultural visit or a relaxing holiday, it is advisable that you plan your India tour in such a way that you are easily able to cover a few important destinations of a particular region.

India can be divided into four regions i.e. North, South, East and West and each one of these four regions nurture cultures that are unique only to them. Moreover, these regions are also different from each other with respect to people, architecture, food, and languages spoken. Though, it will not be impossible for you to cover popular tourist destinations like Rajasthan, Kerala, Goa and the Golden Triangle in a single trip, try to avoid it as it may lead to exhaustion. Select a single region and travel across it. Ask your tour organizer to pack in as many top destinations as possible across a particular region in your India tour package.

Here are some of the best places to visit in India according to the four regions of the country.

The North
The northern states of Rajasthan, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh together form the Golden Triangle with its three cities Jaipur, Delhi and Agra. These are the most famous destinations of North India Tour.

The state of J&K has places like Leh & Ladakh which are famous for their high mountain peaks which can be compared with no other place in the World. Due to its unusual terrain and barren landscape it is sometimes referred to as “Moonland”.

Uttaranchal or Uttrakhand is a newly formed state of North India. It is blessed with natural beauty and picturesque landscapes and boasts of some untouched and un-spoilt natural places. It is a perfect place for wildlife lover as it homes various wildlife reserves and natural parks. Some of the best tourist attractions here are: Nainital, Ranikhet, Binsar, Mussoorie and the Valley of Flowers.

The Heart of India is Madhya Pradesh, and the hearth of Madhya Pradesh is Khajuraho. These ancient temples are an example of rich cultural heritage of India. Additionally, visit destinations like Orchha, Pachmarhi and Satpura, in the city of Gwalior to witness some of the finest monuments and natural beauty of the country.

The West
Maharashtra is home to India’s commercial capital, Mumbai (Bombay). Here you will find several amazing tourist destinations. You must also visit Mahabaleshwar, Lonavala and Khandala (quite near to Mumbai) during a West India Tour for their pristine beauty.

The state of Goa in Maharashtra is known for its carnivals and lush tropical beaches. Don’t miss it.

The East
Eastern India is well known for the Sun Temple, tea estates, Buddhist monasteries and tribal cultures. It consists of the beautiful “seven sisters” i.e. Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, Mizoram and Manipur. All these seven states of India are extremely beautiful places to be holidaying in India. Don’t forget to visit Shilong and Cherrapunji, in Meghalaya, during your East India Tour.

The South
Kerala is also known as the “Gods Own Country” and is one of the prime tourist destinations of South India Tours. It is a perfect destination for holidays, honeymoon, art, culture, tradition, health care, yoga, Ayurveda and meditation. Kerala is famous for its natural beauty, amazing beaches, delicious sea food and backwaters. Visit beautiful places like Munnar, Periyar and Kovalam while you are in Kerala.

Tamil Nadu has the famous hill station named Ooty. It is one of the famous hill stations of southern India and is popularly referred to as “Queen of Hills”. Also take a trip to Kodaikanal and Coimbatore to see scenic natural beauty.

The state of Karnataka in South India has wonderful tourist destinations Coorg and BR Hills. Coorg is a place that is believed to haunt you forever with its timeless beauty. It is also described as the Scotland of India.

Best Places in India to Beat the Summer Heat

India is a globally famous tourist destination. It appeals tourists from all over the world for fascinating India tours with lots of attractions like historical monuments, forts & palaces, heritage monuments, nature sites, exotic wildlife, hill stations, breathtaking beaches, pilgrimage sites, religious spots, historic cities and many more.

When coming on India tours during summer, it is especially considerable to choose a right destination to escape the scorching summer heat. There are many destinations which can be visited during summer. If you are coming in India during summer seasons, it is advisable that you should choose any of Indian hill stations to celebrate your vacation and enjoying tourism. Each part of this country has some of picturesque hill stations very popular among tourists and vacationers from all over the world due to their cool & cheerful climate.

In this article, we are putting short information about the top 5 places to visit in India to beat the heat of summer.

01. Manali: Situated in the beautiful state of Himachal Pradesh, Manali is nestled in the lower Himalayas. It is a picturesque hill station and ancient town surrounded by snow-clad mountain peaks of majestic Himalayas. The city offers panoramic vista of Himalayan peaks covered with milky white snows. The city has an affluent orchard industry (especially apple orchards) creating soothing climate for vacationers and tourists. It is also a very popular destination of honeymooning couples or new wed couples with scenic, cool, cheerful and truly romantic ambiance. It is also favorite destination of adventure enthusiasts like campers, trekkers, etc.

Availability of a wide range of adventure & sport activities in and around the city attracts a big crowd of tourists and vacationers from all over the world. Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley offer some panoramic vista of snowline of Himalayas and provide opportunity to enjoy adventure & winter sport activities like river rafting, mountaineering, trekking, parasailing, skiing, heli-skiing, ice-skating, etc. Indeed, Manali is one of the best places to visit in India especially during the summer. The charm of magnetic Manali also can be enjoyed in winter season.

02. Ooty: Sometimes also known as the “Queen of the Hill Stations of South India”, Ooty is one of the best places to visit to India especially during the summer. It is an excellent destination to escape the summer heat. Scenic landscapes, lovely lakes, gorgeous gardens, lush tea plantations, rich flora & fauna, etc make this hill town a favorite destination of India in summer. It is also a favored destination for honeymooning vacation.

03. Gulmarg: Situated in the picturesque Kashmir valley, Gulmarg is a valley retreat and popular hill station in the state of Jammu & Kashmir. It is basically a large meadow. Gulmarg also literally means “the Meadow of Flowers”. Rolling meadow filled with numerous colorful flowers like Daisies, Bluebells and Buttercups is the attractions of Gulmarg visit. It is also a very popular destination of adventure enthusiasts and honeymooners as well. The beautiful hill & valley town of Gulmarg offers picturesque and spectacular sight of snow-covered mountain peaks of majestic Himalayas. I think it a best place to visit in India offering opportunity to sightseeing, nature tourism, adventure tourism and right ambiance for honeymooning vacation.

04. Munnar: Munnar is a picturesque hill station situated in the south Indian state of Kerala, God’s Own Country. It is especially famous for plantations of tea, coffee, spice and rubber. The fragrance of tea and spice plantations enthralls tourists from all over the world. It is a very ideal place to visit in south India especially the summer season.

05. Nainital: It is one of the most charming & captivating hill stations with many lovely lakes. It is often described as the “Lake Paradise”. In ancient times, the city was called the city of 60 lakes. With many lovely lakes, scenic surroundings, picturesque landscapes and cool & cheerful climate it is one of the most important places to see in India especially during the summer. The Nani Lake is the most famous lake in the town. Yachting, boating and paddling can be enjoyed on lovely lakes of Nainital.

If you are coming to visit India in other seasons, Taj Mahal tours and cultural tours of south India can be fascinating options. I will reveal more in my next article on other destinations of India which can be visited on all seasons.