The 10 must-see attractions in India is difficult. Few countries boast such a vast wealth of history, monuments, temples and nature.
But if you really have to make a choice for your trip to India , here are the 10 destinations you can’t miss.
1 Taj Mahal
Symbol of eternal love, the mausoleum of the Taj Mahal was built in Agra by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal, his favorite wife. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Taj Mahal is one of the new Seven Wonders of the World . How well you can understand: it is absolutely unmissable!
2 Udaipur
Udaipur, better known as the Venice of the East, is considered the most romantic city in all of India! The numerous lakes that surround it and the luxurious palaces of the Rajput era offer beautiful panoramas.
The most famous building in Udaipur is the Lake Pichola, an ancient summer residence of Indian emperors, today a luxurious 5-star hotel. You can reach the destination via India’s Palace on Wheels train which is the most famous luxury train in the world.
3 The Golden Temple
Harmandir Sahib is the most important temple of the Sikh state and second only to the Taj Mahal. Every year the Golden Temple attracts thousands of pilgrims from all over India, eager to visit it and make donations. Come and watch it in the evening, when the lights that illuminate it reflect its image on the water and highlight the gold that covers it.
4 Varanasi
If you go to Varanasi you will not be able to feel overwhelmed by the mystic aura that permeates the city. Considered by the Hindus as the gateway to the divine world, it is a symbol of life and death.
Every day thousands of pilgrims pour into the banks of the Ganges to purify themselves of their sins. It is not uncommon to see even funeral ceremonies, during which the bodies of loved ones are cremated and the ashes scattered among the waters of the Ganges.
5 Ajanta Caves
Unique in the world, the caves of Ajanta date back to 300 BC. Despite their millennial history, the paintings and sculptures are perfectly preserved. Dig yourself entirely in the hill, to access it you will have to go through the town of Aurangabad, which is not far from the Ellora caves, which are also nice bikes.
6 Delhi
Delhi, the capital of India, fascinates thanks to the strong contrast between the old city and the new city, New Dehli . Chaotic, noisy, stressful … at first glance Delhi leaves you lost with all its energy. But discover it in depth because here you can find splendid mosques, monuments, forts, colonial-era buildings, museums.
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7 Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is nicknamed the Golden City & it is beautiful fortress inside there are the palaces of ancient merchants and finely carved temples that give the city a legendary aura. Absolutely a stop not to be missed from your trip to India!
8 Kerala
The state of Kerala is most famous for its backwaters, a network of lakes, waterfalls, and rivers that make it the ideal destination for a river cruise. Let yourself be enchanted by the lush and green jungle that grows along the banks, interspersed with small villages of peasants and fishermen, you really feel like you’ve entered the world of Sandokan!
9 Darjeeling
At an altitude of 2200m, the slopes of Darjeeling produce one of the best qualities of tea in the world. Coming to this area of ​​India, however, is not only a way to admire the green plantations, but also to come into contact with the mountain peoples of India that differ greatly from other ethnic groups.
Much closer to the communities of Nepal and Tibet, it is not uncommon to see Buddhist monks dressed in red.
10 Goa
The smallest state of India offers the most beautiful sea in the whole country: golden beaches, romantic sunsets, crystal clear waters. Goa is the perfect place to relax after a long journey. Here you can also practice many water sports, such as parasailing, windsurfing or water skiing.
