A century ago, when India was talked about, it was invariably about snake charmers, yogis, and beggars on the streets. Now that information technology is India’s main label, the progress it has made is certainly visible in the growing strength of its currency (rupee) in international equity markets. Like the booming industry, tourism is also expanding very rapidly in India. Below is a list of places I have visited in India.
Places to visit in India:
Taj Mahal (UttarPradesh) -This tomb of Mumtaj Mahal, wife of Mughal Emperor Shahjahan has not only found a place in the recently concluded search for new seven wonders of the world, but has also earned first place in it. The Taj really deserves this position. It is said that 20,000 workers worked day and night to build this epitome of love. It is generally considered the best example of Mughal architecture. I have been here twice and I still want to go back. The beauty of this monument is impressive. Taj mahal is built in Agra where other places of interest are fateh pur sikri castle.
Purchases : Agra is famous for its sweet dish called “petha”. Agra rugs, marble and leather are also famous.
Jaipur: (Rajasthan) -This city has another name, “Pink City” because of its pink stone buildings and houses. This is the land of Rajputs, the tribe that is known for its courage, hospitality, and deep sense of honor and pride. There are many attractions here, for example Amber Palace, Birla Temple, Jantar Mantar, Nahargarh Fort (people come especially at night to see the beautiful city by moonlight), Jal Mahal, the “Palacio del Agua” is located in the center of a lake. , Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) is Jaipur’s most memorable landmark and is also its icon.
Purchases: Famous for its precious and semi-precious stones, Johari Market is the ideal place to buy them. In Jaipur you can buy various items such as handicrafts, lacquered brass work, textiles, etc. Tie and dye textiles (bandhani), Sanganeri and Bagru block print are important varieties of trademark and fabric style.
Kullu-Manali (Himachal Pradesh) The cold winds seem to play music to your ears. Enjoy the intimacy of the city with the snow line with the warmth of the natural hot sulfur springs in the same vacation. Besides sightseeing, you should try adventure sports and activities like skiing, hiking, mountaineering, paragliding, rafting, trekking, kayaking, or mountain biking for a complete vacation experience. Vacation spots in Manali are worth visiting, including the wooden Hadimba temple in the Dhungiri Van Vihar forest area and the gleaming Buddhist monasteries or gompas. Nearby is the Rohtang Pass, the place where you can see the spectacle of the clouds sweeping over the majestic mountains. Kullu-manali has a special place in my memories as I went there with our street theater group and we had a lot of fun together.
Purchases: You can buy woolen souvenir items such as the splendid shawls and hats. Other Himalayan crafts, such as prayer wheels, masks, charms and musical instruments, add a Tibetan touch to your purchases.
Hate-If you have been to Goa, you will come back again to visit this beautiful city of beaches. Goa’s beaches are what make the state one of the main tourist attractions in India. Goa offers you fishing beach, natural beach, rocky beach, white sand beach all in one plate. Goa is a plastic-free zone, so the use of plastic bags, etc., is discouraged. Goa’s beaches have a large number of seashells. The local Indians string the small brown and black shells on curtains. Calangute Beach was the first of the hippie resorts in the 60s and 70s.
Purchases: The ‘shopaholic’ will never be left empty-handed, as local crafts have a great variety to offer. The beachside stand gives the tourist the opportunity to enjoy the beach and shopping side by side. Some of the most exquisite items produced in Goa are wood crafts, including cribs, baby carriages, toys, corner stands, etc. Bamboo handicraft is one of Goa’s main handicraft industries. Bamboo’s list of popular products includes flower baskets, doilies and letter holders, pen holders, fans, and other decorative items.
Delhi-The capital of India has many historical places hidden under its modern metropolitan aspect. Kutub minar: The 238-foot Qutab Minar is 47 feet at the base and tapers to nine feet at the apex. The tower is adorned with bands of inscriptions and four projecting balconies supported by elaborately decorated corbels. Humayun’s Tomb – One of the finest examples of architecture in India, Humayun’s Tomb is also known to influence the structure of the Taj Mahal. Jama Masjid: With a rich influence from Persian architecture, Jama Masjid is one of the oldest mosques in India. Red Fort – It was from its walls that India’s first prime minister, Jawharlal Nehru, announced to the nation that India was a free colonial government. The fort’s piece of resistance, the Diwan-I-Khas once housed the famous Peacock Throne, which when looted by Nadir Shah in 1739 was valued at six million pounds sterling. Jantar Mantar: At first glance, the Jantar Mantar appears like a modern art gallery. However, it is an observatory. Sawai Jia Singh II of Jaipur (1699-1743), an enthusiastic astronomer and nobleman of the Mughal court. India Gate: Built as a memorial to commemorate the 70,000 Indian soldiers killed in World War I, the India Gate was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and was completed in 1931. Every year on January 26, the day Celebrated as the Indian Republic Day, the Indian President places a wreath on the eternal flame Amar Jawan Jyoti under the arch of the India Gate to pay his respects to the Indian armed forces. It is followed by a large parade moving along Rajpath, which included marching contingents, tanks and weaponry, vibrant floats, folk dances, and schoolchildren from different parts of India taking part in this colorful ceremony.
Purchases: Connaught Place, the modern center of New Delhi is home to many state governments. emporia. l Central Cottage Industries Emporium, a six-story government store where you can buy anything from a 12-foot ornamental elephant god to a packet of Darjeeling tea. Prices are clearly displayed and posted. This is a good place to buy gifts for friends back home.
Pondicherry – Pondichery was a French colony and the French influence is clearly noticeable. The entire city is divided into 2 sections, the French Quarter or ‘White City’ and the Indian Quarter or ‘Black City’. Many streets still retain their French names and French-style villas are a common sight here. The city has such a laid-back attitude that no one seems to be in a rush to do anything or go anywhere. For sunbathing, swimming or just strolling, Pondichery beach and the 1 1/2 km long promenade are the most charming parts of the city. The Pondicherry Museum is a treasure trove of antiquities. In addition to a section on French India with rooms in typical French style, the museum dedicates sections to Archeology, Geology, Sculpture, Bronzes, Weapons, Engraving, Handicrafts and Art. The botanical garden preserves a great variety of exotic species of plants. Auroville (the city of dawn) is where 2,000 people from 30 different countries are fulfilling their dream of a united human race. The Auroville letter is clearly post-nationalist: “Auroville does not belong to anyone in particular. Auroville belongs to humanity as a whole.”
Purchases: The Auroville and Ashram Craft Paper Factory has popularized the use of craft paper. These papers have their own beauty of different textures. Pondichery has excellent potters. Most of his work focuses on tableware and decoration. Various studios have developed distinctive styles, such as “Golden Bridge” and “Rhinestone Art,” that are both contemporary and Pondicherian.
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) -The Ridge is the center of Shimla’s social and cultural life, an excellent place to view the surrounding mountains. Jakhu Temple, Jakhu Hill. Open every day. It offers spectacular views of the mountains from its location above the town. According to the Ramayana epic, the monkey god Hanuman rested here during his journey to the Himalayan mountains. The State Museum is housed in a rebuilt Raj style building, the State Museum exhibits a collection of around 10,000 artifacts gathered from all over Himachal Pradesh. Take a stroll through the mall – this 7km road is famous for its Victorian architecture and retains much of its Raj-era charm. English author Rudyard Kipling spent his childhood in Shimla.
Purchases: Shimla is famous for uniquely designed Kinnauri shawls, Himachali caps and traditional local wooden crafts. I bought a beautifully crafted walking stick for my grandmother at Lakkar Bazar, adjacent to Ridge.
Other locations: North India
Kasmir: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonmarg
Uttarpradesh: Nainital, Dalhuji, Dehradun, Mansoori
Rajasthan: Pushkar, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Mount Abu Himachal
Pradesh: Chamba, Kangra
Western india
Gujrat: Ahmedabad, Sabermati, Champaner
Maharashtra: Mumbai, Elephanta, Ajanta and Ellora Caves
South India
Tamilnadu: Chennai, Tanjavur, Mahabalipuram, Ootty
Kerela: Allapuzha, trivendrum, kochi
Karnatka: Bangalore, HAMPI, Golkunda
Andhrapradesh: Tirupati, Hyderabad, Guntur
East India
west bengal: Calcutta, Darjeeling, Kalimpong
Manipur: Gangtok