India holds a curious allure and fascination for many
travellers, with thousands of people flocking to the country every year. The
mystical romance, culture, history and legends are something entirely
irresistible for many that have been before. But there are so many regions of this
incredible country that are just passed through or not seen at all. There are a
number of greatly underrated places of magnificence and beauty that are just
waiting to be visited in India. Here are the top 10 Travel Destinations in
India.Agra
Agra is one of the world’s most famous destinations as
it is the home to the legendary national icon of India – the Taj Mahal. It is
one of the most famous buildings in the world, listed as one of 3 World
Heritage Sites in Agra itself and is one of the Seven New Wonders of the World.
Constructed out of solid marble it is an architectural feat of pure genius, way
head of its time. It took 22 years and thousands of labourers, jewellers and
masons to create this masterpiece for Shah Jahan’s most beloved of his wives –
Mumtaz Mahal – as her final resting place. Agra is 200km away from the capital
city and certainly no visit can be complete without seeing this magical site.Kochi
Kochi is a popular tourist area and the busy season
extends all the way from August over the festive season and continues on along
to February. The locals in Kochi are a cosmopolitan bunch with historic roots
in a colonial era - evidence of which can be seen blending in harmoniously with
its traditional Indian Heritage throughout the city. Kochi is home to a number
of exciting festivals, celebrations and carnivals throughout the year – a huge
draw card for tourists who want to experience the excitement.Hyderabad
What was once a humble ancient city, with some
spectacular four centuries of culture and history behind it, is now one of the world’s
leading IT capitals of the world and most certainly of India. Rising to the top
of the technology ladder in the in 90s, the city has undergone something of a
magnificent transformation under the wings of people like Microsoft giant Bill
Gates. And although just about every big name brand IT Company has headquarters
here, there is so much for visitors to experience, such as the Charminar and
Qutb Shai Tombs – just some of the many historical sites to see in the city.
Jaipur
Jaipur was the first city that was ever planned in
India and today is the largest city in the region of Rajasthan. It’s touted as
the pink city because of its huge pale red sandstone deposits and is a hugely
popular destination for education facilities and for its stunning historic
sites like the City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Birla Temple and the
breath taking Amber Fort located just outside the city centre. The local cuisine
has earned a reputation that precedes the city and if that is not enough it is
also host to the Jaipur Literature Festival each year that attracts some of the
biggest publishing houses in the world.Chennai
The best time of the year to visit the city of Chennai
is between the months of November and February. Home to some of the most
beautifully carved temples, Marina Beach – almost the longest stretch of
magnificent stretches of beach front in India and being one of the first
original 4 cities in India itself, there is an abundance of activities,
historic sites and culture for visitors to experience. One of the most
beautiful aspects about this city is that it has been able to retain its
original traditional charm despite the sweeping hand of modern infrastructure.
Bengaluru
Mumbai
Mumbai is a city that is an authentic experience all
on its own – stark contrasts of wealth and poverty hit first timers squarely
between the eyes and it is certainly a place that no traveller can resist. Being
described as a humbling and life changing experience to visit, the city of
Mumbai is a remarkable place, with a tenacious soul and heaving with vivacious
people. Hundreds of rickshaws scuttle the streets between droves of people and
chaos all making their way about their daily business – something very special
to experience.New Delhi
Goa
Goa is a bit like the popular girl in the class –
pretty, happy, effervescent, enigmatic and intoxicatingly alluring; an expat
heaving haven of tranquillity base that visitors have a hard time associating
their preconceived images of India with. White cashmere sands, soft swaying
palm trees and mesmerising azure waters that lap lazily onto the shore it was
once a hippie commune of sorts, a little slice of 60s paradise on the western
coast of India. These days some 2.5 million visitors flock to the region ever
year to laze on the beaches, visit the temples, dance all night long under the
moonlight and park off on the veranda of one of the many villas. Definitely one
of the most unique places in India itself.Darjeeling
Renowned to be able to offer visitors some of the most
spectacular beauty in the world, this stunning country region of India is truly
one of Mother Nature’s finest offerings. Lush, rolling mountain hills, crisp
and clean country air with the snow-capped peaks of Everest seen in the views
from Tiger Hill and the National Geographic worthy sunsets that surround you
make Darjeeling one of the most soul restoring destinations in the world.Visit Also:
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