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Best 25 Places to Visit in India

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james mcavoy
Best 25 Places to Visit in India
  • India is is one of a best country to visit because it has wide range of cultures and faiths.India is 2nd most population country globally and 7th largest by area which stretches from the Himalayan high mountains to Kerala's beauty, from the Ganges to the Thar Desert. Mountains, hills, Beaches, Tropical islands, Forests,Temples, and many World Heritage Sites are among the many tourist attractions in India. India is a place that will attract your interest due to the remarkable diversity. One moment you could be in a vibrant, colorful, cosmopolitan city, and the next you could find yourself in a quaint hill station surrounded by animal sanctuaries. We have listed Best 25 Places to Visit in India.


  • Manali

1.Manali


  • ★Best time to visit: any time you can visit except monsoon
  • ★Nearest airport: Bhuntar Airport is 50 km away.
  • ★Nearest best railway station: chandigarh Railway Station is 300 km away.

Main tourist places to visit in Manali :

  • ➔Rohtang Pass
  • ➔Hadimba Temple
  • ➔Solang Valley
  • ➔Jogini Waterfalls
  • ➔Old Manali
  • ➔Bhrigu Lake
  • ➔Manikaran
  • ➔Beas River
  • ➔Kasol

  • Manali is kind of like Goa in the mountains. It’s seasonal, has very hippie vibes, and you could just chill at the many cafe’s run by expats or you can go trekking, paragliding, and be really adventurous.



  • Goa

2.Goa



  • ★Best time to visit: Mid-November to Mid-February
  • ★Nearest airport: Goa (GOI) Airport which is 28 km away
  • ★Nearest best railway station: Madgaon Railway Station (MAO) is 45 km away.

Main tourist places to visit in Goa :

  • ➔Popular Beaches
  • ➔Portuguese-Indian Restaurants
  • ➔Tanshikar's Spice Farm
  • ➔Basilica de Bom Jesus
  • ➔Dudhsagar Falls
  • ➔Anjuna Market
  • ➔Braganza House
  • ➔Mahadev Temple
  • ➔Mangeshi Temple

  • Among the endless things you want to complete in your bucket list before you get married, Goa would be able to provide opportunity for completing at least half of them. This region hold 30 different beaches, unique churches, interesting natural and adventure activities and last but not least, the never-ending nightlife. This is the land with booze everywhere and energetic activities every minute. Do you want to have some time to yourself, enjoy scuba diving and merge into nature with spice plantations, trekking and others.


  • Ladakh

3.Ladakh



  • ★Best time to visit: April to July
  • ★Nearest airport: Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport is 4 km away.
  • ★Nearest best railway station: Jammu Tawi railway station is 650 km away.

Main tourist places to visit in Ladakh :

  • ➔Pangong Tso
  • ➔Khardung La
  • ➔Thiksey Monastery
  • ➔Changla Pass
  • ➔Dras War Memorial
  • ➔Tso Moriri
  • ➔Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers
  • ➔Hall of Fame
  • ➔Zanskar Valley
  • ➔Nubra Valley

  • This is the adventure capital of the country. Possessed with the top three mountain passes, which could be scaled on a vehicle, this region is famous for endless snow and dry adventure activities. Leh and the surrounding regions are also famous for unique culture, serene monasteries, incredible nature and best of all, hospitality. If you want some adrenaline up your nerves, this would be the best place to enjoy.


  • solang

4.Solang Valley



  • ★Best time to visit: any time you can visit except monsoon
  • ★Nearest airport: Bhuntar Airport is 50 km away.
  • ★Nearest best railway station: chandigarh Railway Station is 300 km away.

Main tourist places to visit nearby Solang Valley :

  • ➔Rohtang Pass
  • ➔Hadimba Temple
  • ➔Jogini Waterfalls
  • ➔Old Manali
  • ➔Bhrigu Lake
  • ➔Manikaran
  • ➔Beas River
  • ➔Kasol

  • Solang Valley derives its name from combination of words Solang and Nallah. It is a side valley at the top of the Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh, India 14 km northwest of the resort town Manali on the way to Rohtang Pass, and is known for its summer and winter sport conditions



  • srinagar

5.Srinagar



  • ★Best time to visit: April to October
  • ★Nearest airport: Srinagar railway station is in the city
  • ★Nearest best railway station: Srinagar railway station is in the city

Main tourist places to visit in Srinagar :

  • ➔Dal Lake
  • ➔Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden
  • ➔Sonamarg
  • ➔Shankaracharya Hill
  • ➔Nishat Garden
  • ➔Nigeen Lake
  • ➔Yousmarg
  • ➔Badamwari Gardenr

  • Famously known as 'Heaven on Earth, Srinagar is located in the union territory of Jammu & Kashmir, on the banks of river Jhelum. Srinagar is known for the stationary houseboats and gondola-type rowboats- Shikaras on Dal Lake. Adorned with tranquil Dal Lake & Nigeen Lake, Srinagar is the dream destination for honeymoon and family holidays. The tourists use Shikaras to see attractions like the Floating Vegetable Market and the Mir Bahris – a lively community of people who live on the lake itself. In addition, there are a lot of houseboats that provide a beautiful and unique stay experience on the lake. Srinagar is home to some of India's most exquisite Mughal-age gardens, with the top attractions being Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and Chashm-E-Shahi Garden. It is also home to Asia's largest tulip garden.


  • munar

6.Munnar


  • ★Best time to visit:October to March.
  • ★Nearest airport:Kochi Airport is 143 km away.
  • ★Nearest railway station: Aluva Railway Station is 110 km away.

Main tourist places to visit in Munnar:

  • ➔ Eravikulam National Park – first national park of Kerala
  • ➔ Tata Tea Museum
  • ➔ Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary – one of the richest forest reserves in Kerala
  • ➔ Mattupetti Indo Swiss Dairy Farm
  • ➔ Anamudi – highest peak in south India

  • Popular among honeymooners, Munnar is a hill station in Kerala, located in the Idukki district. Lying in the Western Ghats at 1600 metres, it is one of the most sought after and visited travel destinations globally, especially popular amongst honeymooners. Munnar is famous for its tea estates, greenery, blankets of mist forming natural-view points. Munnar is divided into Old Munnar, where the tourist information office is, and Munnar, where the bus station and most guest houses are located. The Eravikulam National Park, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and tea plantations are its major attractions. Munnar is also famous for being home to the rare Neelakurinji flowers that bloom once in 12 years (the next bloom is in 2030) and the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.



  • andaman

7.Andaman- Nicobar



  • ★Best time to visit:October and May
  • ★Nearest airport:Veer Savarkar International Airpor
  • ★Nearest best railway station: Chennai Central Railway Station is far away.

Main tourist places to visit in Andaman- Nicobar :

  • ➔Radhanagar Beach
  • ➔Havelock Island
  • ➔Neil Islandy
  • ➔Port Blair
  • ➔North Bay Island
  • ➔Jolly Buoy
  • ➔Red Skin Island

  • Replete with turquoise blue water beaches and a bit of history, Andaman & Nicobar Islands is a little slice of paradise tucked around 1,400 km away from the east coast of mainland India. Port Blair, the capital of this union territory, has a major airport and seaport connected with the rest of the country and with various tourist islands via multiple daily ferries. Havelock and Neil Islands are popular among tourists for their white sandy beaches and excellent diving options. Andaman & Nicobar Islands comprises 572 islands, only 37 of which are inhabited, and a few are open to tourists. Havelock Island is one of the largest and the most popular islands of all Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Travellers typically enter from Port Blair via flight or ship and spend multiple nights in Havelock and Neil Islands that offer some great resorts.


  • dharmshala

8. Dharamshala



  • ★Best time to visit: March to mid-July
  • ★Nearest airport:Dharamsala-Kangra Airport is in the city
  • ★Nearest best railway station: Pathankot Railway Station is 85 km away.

Main tourist places to visit in Dharamshala:

  • ➔Tsuglagkhang Complex
  • ➔Masrur
  • ➔Namgyal Monastery
  • ➔McLeod Ganj
  • ➔ Kareri Lake
  • ➔Gyuto Monastery
  • ➔Kangra Museum
  • ➔Kangra Fort
  • ➔Naddi Village

  • Serenely spiritual Dharamsala is home to the largest Tibetan temple outside of Tibet. It’s known for its religious iconography and is the monastery of the Dalai Lama, who holds public lectures a few times a year. Once you’ve restored your spiritual energy, enjoy a picturesque stroll to Bhagsu Waterfall or climb the hill to Triund to bask in stunning views of the Himalayas.


  • gangtok

9.Gangtok



  • ★Best time to visit: September to June
  • ★Nearest airport: Pakyong Airport is 31 km away.
  • ★Nearest railway station: New Jalpaiguri Railway Station is 148 km away.

Main tourist places to visit in Gangkok :

  • ➔Nathula Pass
  • ➔Tsomgo Lake
  • ➔MG Road
  • ➔Tashi Viewpoint
  • ➔Gangtok Ropeway
  • ➔Ganesh Tok

  • Incredibly alluring, pleasantly boisterous and wreathed in clouds - Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, is one of the most popular hill stations in India. Lying at the height of 1650 m above sea level, the town during its bright sunny days offers spectacular views of Mt. Kanchenjunga. Gangtok is a base for adventure enthusiasts comprising of trekkers and campers to the Himalayan mountain ranges. During the months of March to Mid-May, blooming of wild Rhododendrons transform the surrounding regions in vast fields of colourful carpets.


  • Diu

10. Diu



  • ★Best time to visit: October to February
  • ★Nearest airport:Diu (DIU) Airport is in the city
  • ★Nearest best railway station: Veraval Railway Station is 90 km away.

Main tourist places to visit in Diu :

  • ➔Diu Fort
  • ➔Gangeshwar Temple
  • ➔Nagoa Beach
  • ➔Ghogla Beach
  • ➔INS Khukri Memorial
  • ➔Shell Museum
  • ➔St. Paul's Church
  • ➔Hokka Trees

  • Located near the port of Veraval, Diu is a small island which was earlier a Portuguese colony and is now guarded by beaches all around. Diu takes up most popularity given the ample number of beaches, along with Gujarat's southern coast such as the Nagoa beach, but has a lot more to offer too. Alcohol is legal in Diu The Diu Fort, a primary imprint of the Portuguese on the area's heritage and architecture makes up a popular tourist attraction. Another interesting place is the Vanakbara, a small fishing village whose charm has tints of colourful fishing boats and humming of day to day activity. This perfect add-on to a visit to Gujarat will complete your experience with interesting museums such as the Sea Shell Museum, temples and churches.


  • puri

11. Puri



  • ★Best time to visit: November and February.
  • ★Nearest airport: bhubaneswar airport at 58 km.
  • ★Nearest railway station:Railway Station is in the city.

Main tourist places to visit in Puri:

  • ➔Jagannath Temple
  • ➔Puri Beach
  • ➔Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary
  • ➔Gundicha Ghar Temple
  • ➔Atharnala Bridge
  • ➔Pipili

  • Coastal charm meets cultural heritage in the sacred city of Puri, where pilgrims flock annually to celebrate the Ratha Yatra. Besides world-famous temples, Puri boasts beaches and markets that buzz year-round, while the wetland landscape beyond the city retains its wild edge.Puri in Odisha is one of the four must-visit pilgrimage sites for Hindus because of Jagannath Temple that forms the part of Char Dham in India. Puri is a beach city located on the coast of Bay of Bengal which is one of the favourites among people of West Bengal for a short trip.


  • vishakhapatnam

12.Vishakhapatnam



  • ★Best time to visit: October to March.
  • ★Nearest airport: airport is in the city.
  • ★Nearest railway station:Railway Station is in the city.

Main tourist places to visit in Vishakhapatnam:

  • ➔Yarada Beach
  • ➔Rishikonda Beach
  • ➔Kailasagiri Hill Park
  • ➔Borra Caves
  • ➔INS Kurusura Submarine Museum
  • ➔Rama Krishna Beach
  • ➔Dolphin Hill
  • ➔Araku Valley

  • Visakhapatnam, also commonly known as Vizag, is one of the oldest port cities in the country. Situated in the heart of Andhra Pradesh, Visakhapatnam is known for its picturesque beaches and serene landscape, as well as a rich cultural past. The port of Visakhapatnam is renowned for being home to the oldest shipyard in all of India. Located a short distance away from Visakhapatnam is Araku Valley, one of the prime attractions of Vizag. Situated at a lofty 910 metres above sea level, Araku Valley is a hill station replete with gushing waterfalls, crystal clear streams, lush green gardens and some challenging trekking trails. Vizag is dotted with many beaches along its coastline, with the most famous one being the Yarada Beach. One of the most stunning places to see in all of Visakhapatnam, Yarada beach is surrounded by majestic hills on three sides, and by the Bay of Bengal on the other side. One of the best things about Vizag’s beaches is that they are a lot cleaner and a lot less crowded than other famous beaches along the Indian coastline, and Yarada beach is no exception. It is the perfect place to sit back on the golden sands and witness a marvellous sunrise or sunset.



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