Beautiful places of India

 Beautiful Places of India

 The whole world is full of beautiful scenery and amazing mystery. Touring the world is the dream of everyone. Touring India in this series is also important. India is full of natural beauty and boundless beauty. There are many places here that we must see if possible in our life.

1.Mandu, Madhya Pradesh

Mandu fort

Mandu is located in the Malwa region of western Madhya Pradesh, India.It is 35 km away from Dhar city. .It is an ancient city of  Madhya Pradesh. 

The first information about this city is found in a Sanskrit inscription of the Jains. The city was named Mandap-Durga in this inscription until 555 CE. It has been claimed that the Prakrit, or Vernacular version of this name is Mandava, a name that is still in use today. Today it is commonly known as Mandu.

 It is situated on a rocky fort about 100 km from Indore. This fort is known for its architecture. People from all over the world come here every year to see this architecture.

Mandu is a atmospheric monuments which is set on a scenic plateau still prowled at night by leopards and panthers.

2.Mathura -Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh 

Mathura is a scared city in Uttar Pradesh. It is famous for being the birthplace of the Hindu god Krishna. 

Every year many devotee come here to celebrate Janmashtami (Krishna's birthday). 

Vrindavan temple

In Mathura, Krishna Janmabhoomi is the center of tourist attraction as this place is considered to be the birth place of Lord Krishna. Mathura has all types of temples, big and small. Many of these temples are dedicated to Lord Krishna. The two most important temples of the city are Dwarkadhish Temple and Geeta Temple.

Mathura tomb

The history of Mathura is very ancient, which you can only see in the architecture of old, the crumbling ruins of old houses and the general behavior of the local people.

Janmashtami celebration 

 Some other best attractions to visit around the vicinity Mathura Museum, Chhatris of Barsana, Vishram Ghat on banks of river Yamuna.Sri Rangaaji Temple is one of the many ancient temples in Mathura.Jai Gurudev Temple is also famous temples in Mathura.

3.Hampi- Karnataka

Hampi

  Hampi is a city of ruins. In UNESCO, the city has been marked as a World Heritage Site. The states of Karnataka are located in the shadowy depths of the hills and valleys. This place is a landmark of joy and comfort for travelers and tourists. That's why tourists come from far and wide to roam here.

Lotus temple Hampi

Hampi has 500 ancient monuments, beautiful temples, roads, markets, bastions, treasured remains of the Vijayanagara Empire and is full of panoramic views.

Hampi,Elephant stables 

The city of ruins of Hampi are so picturesque that you can enjoy it.

The best way to experience the beauty of this place is to take a leisurely stroll in the empty ruins.

The best time to visit here in monsoon and winter season .

In January-February,you can enjoy  the legendary Virupaksha Temple Car Festival and the annual Purandaradasa Aradhana Music Festival at Vittala Temple.

4.Mumbai 

Gateway of India, Mumbai 

Mumbai is called the city of dreams. It is situated on a combination of seven islands on the Konkan coast. Mumbai (Bombay) is also very famous from tourism point of view. The glare here, the coastline and many tourist places attract people.

Mumbai sea beach

Mumbai is a city of magnificent Victorian architecture, urban lifestyle, business and entertainment industry.

Mumbai skyline 

Mumbai was built on a site of ancient settlement, and it took its name from the local goddess Mumba — a form of Parvati, the consort of Shiva, one of the principal deities of Hinduism — whose temple once stood in what is now the southeastern section of the city.

5.Panchgani 

Panchgani

It is located between five hills of the Sahyadri hills. This hill station is famous for its undisputed beauty. The air in Panchgani is perfect for recovering and rejuvenating.

panchgani

  It is bestowed with both hilly terrains and coastal plains offering dynamic and scenic surroundings. The Rajpuri Caves hold immense religious significance and are highly visited by devotees and tourists alike.

6.Pushkar in Rajasthan

Pushkar lake,Rajasthan

Pushkar is the town of fair and festivities. Pushkar is located in the north west of Ajmer. Pushkar is the favourite destination for tourist.

Pushkar Rajasthan

Pushkar surrounded by hill on three sides 'Nag Pahar' literally meaning snake mountain and natural border between Ajmer and Pushkar.

 Pushkar is the rose garden of Rajasthan. The essence of the famous Pushkar rose is exported all over the world. 

You can start your winter holiday by praying for a peaceful new year at Pushkar.There are many temples but one temple is dedicated to Lord Brahma. 

Pushkar lake landscape 

The Pushkar Lake has great religious significance, as it is supposed to have been created when Brahma dropped a lotus on earth. Along with an interesting mythological history a Legacy of timeless architectural heritage makes Pushkar a fascinating City .

Camel travel in Pushkar

Pushkar has some really nice Italian restaurants. So, if you are experimental enough, try not to miss Italian eateries like Little Italy Pizzeria and Shiva Eye Rooftop Restaurant.

7.Ziro in Arunachal Pradesh 

Arunachal Pradesh 

Ziro is one of the most famous hill station in the state of Arunachal Pradesh. It is 167 km far away from capital Itanagar and it is 1500 above from the sea level. 

It is Apatani plateau and headquarters of lower Subansiri district.It is one of the oldest town of Arunachal Pradesh.This Plateau is popularly known as Ziro and has been a favorite town for World Heritage Site.
Ziro has beautiful landscape of lush green forest. It is famous for paddy-cum-pisciculture cultivation.

8.Nanda Devi - Uttarakhand

Nanda Devi mountain peak

Nanda Devi is the highest mountain peak of Uttarakhand and the second highest mountain in India. Nanda Devi is worshipped in Uttarakhand as goddess.The scenery around this place is soul touching.

9.Dal Lake in Kashmir 

Dal Lake

The Kashmir is a beautiful place in India.We can say it's the crown of India and in this crown, Dal Lake is like a jewel. At Dal Lake,you can see India’s frenetic cities is traded for slow cruises along the water in traditional wooden shikaras.

Dal lake, House boat Kashmir

People use these to peddle just-picked fruit and vegetables or flowers.

10.Jaipur- Rajasthan

Jaipur 

 

 Rajasthan's capital Jaipur is also  known as the "Pink City" due to the pink walls of its fortresses and palaces. Maharaja Ram Singh of Jaipur painted the entire city in pink colour for the visit of Prince Albert and Queen Victoria in 1876, . Pink color representing hospitality. Residents continue the tradition.

King Palace

One cannot pass through without paying a visit to the 16th-century hilltop Amber Fort, the City Palace and king palace. 

Hawa Mahal 

Hawa Mahal is also known as the Palace of the Winds, whose window-filled high wall allowed royal females to watch the street below unseen.It is made up of the red sandstone.The local beautiful market, local foods, riding camels are also attractive for the tourist. 

11.Ooty - Tamil Nadu

Ooty is a hill station in Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu state. It's name is Udagamandalam (also known as Ootacamund abbreviated as Udhagai).

Ooty is situated  86 km north of Coimbatore and 128 km south of Mysore and is the headquarters of the Nilgiris district.

This hill station is so beautiful that's why  local residents call it Queen of Hills.

Ooty Lake is approximately 2 km away  from Ooty city in the green hills of the Nilgiris district. The stunning lake was founded by John Sullivan who was the collector of Coimbatore in 1824.

12. Andaman 

Swaraj Dweep

Andaman surrounded by sea has one of the best trekking routes in India, which is the trek from Mount Harriet to Madhuban. The exotic flora and fauna lush green forests are marvelous.Mount Harriet is the second highest peak in the Andamans .

 In Andaman, besides of beaches has other popular places to explore include Bird Island- Chidiya Tapu, the Samudrika Naval Museum, Anthropological Museum, and the Chatham saw Mill. 

Port Blair 

You can enjoy seafood and the local Indian cuisine available in the numerous eateries dotting the town. 

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are famous for their shopping experience. You can buy from a wide variety of curious and locally made handicrafts from the numerous beach markets.

13.Manali - Himachal Pradesh 

Manali is beautiful hill station in Himachal Pradesh.It is located between the snow capped slops of the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges. 

 Manali has extraordinary scenic beauty. From museums to temples, from quaint little hippie villages to bustling upscale streets.

Manali has so many attractions for out commers like Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Beas Kund (Chandratal Lake), Chandrakhani Pass, Pandoh Dam in Kullu, Great Himalayan National Park and much more for travellers .

Many adventure lovers come to Manali for paragliding, trekking, climbing, mountain biking, canyoning, rafting and skiing; and much more.

14.Kerala 

Kerala houseboat

For many tourist Kerala is South India's most  beautiful state. It is full of glorious Arabian Sea coast and beaches. It also gifted a languid network of glistening backwaters.

Munnar tea covered hill

There are spice- and tea-covered hills which have sufficient powers to catch your attention. 

15.Assam

Tourists  enjoyed Assam's unspoiled natural beauty, terraced tea gardens, hills of Karbi Anglong,North Cachar Hills, marshy land covered with thick jungle grass, interspersed with patches of rice fields and friendly people.