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Delhi, capital city of the Federal Republic of India. It is one of India's fastest growing cities. It has sprawled over the West Bank of the river Yamuna straddling the river. The city has two distinct parts, Old Delhi & New Delhi. Old Delhi is centered on the Red Fort built by Emperor Shah Jahan between 1636 & 1658.
The streets of Old Delhi are narrow & bustling. The beauty & serenity lies inside the courts of the main buildings. Delhi has some of the finest museums in the country. Its boutiques & shopping arcades offer access to a wealth of traditional & contemporary crafts from all over the country. New Delhi was proclaimed the capital of India by the British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869-1944) & is tree-lined & spacious.
Places to visit
Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Rajghat, Jantar Mantar, Feroz Shah Kotla Fort, Rashtrapati Bhawan, India Gate, Humayun's Tomb, Qutb Minar & Lotus Temple
Best time to visit
• For Sightseeing, the best season to visit Delhi is between October to March.
• Summer in Delhi are very hot & it is not recommended to visit it during May, June or July.
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"Jammu" is rightly known as the city of temples. Infact, Jammu has come to be known for the numerous holy places in & around the city. The temples of Jammu overshadow all of its other attraction like palaces, forts, forests, etc.
Places to visit
Bahu Mata, Dargah of Peer Budhan Ali Shah, Ragunath temple, The Peer Khoh (natural cave shrine), Ranbireshwar temple, The Bahu Fort, Mubarak Mandi Palace, Amar Palace Museum, Dogra Art Gallery.
Kashmir, the "Paradise on Earth", is known for its captivating beauty. It is encircled by three mountain ranges of the Himalayas-Karakoram, Zanaskar & Pir Panjal, running from northwest to northeast. Forming the backdrop of Kashmir, these snow-capped ranges make Kashmir look like a picture straight out of a fairytale. Dazzling rivers, serene lakes, splendid gardens, flowering meadows, etc are some other features of the landscape of the Kashmir valley. The breathtaking beauty of Kashmir has earned it the name of the "Switzerland of the East". Nothing describes the beauty of Kashmir better than the following words said by Mughal emperor.
Places to visit
The Mughal Gardens, Hazratbal Mosque, Shankaracharya Temple, Jama Masjid Mosque, Pari Mahal, Wullar Lake, Achabal, Daksum, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg.
Best time to visit
March to October |
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The snow-capped peaks, lush green countryside, thick wooded forests, sparkling lakes, religious places & stunning promenades make Himachal Pradesh a paradise for tourists. Blessed with Nature's bounty & a salubrious climate, this state of India has been a popular tourism spot in the recent years. The ancient forts, colonial mansions, massive Havelis & heritage hotels look absolutely magnificent, well maintained & restored to their immaculate conditions.
Places to visit
Shimla, Kullu, Manali, Dalhousie, Dharamshala, Bilaspur, Chail, Chamba, Barog, Kasauli, Khajjiar, Kandaghat, Parwanoo.
Best time to visit
Summer - April to June - is the best time to visit. The weather is mild and days are long, ideal for mountaineering or enjoying an idyllic nature walk.
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While describing Rajasthan, the word 'colorful' is probably the most appropriate adjective. The word applies both literally & figuratively, as the desert terrain is alive with colors & one wonders how humans have outdone the contribution of nature in making Rajasthan so colorful. Be it men or women, the dressing pattern and choice of colors outshine even the color of the rainbow. Men, with their upturned mustaches, sport attractive turbans in orange, pink, yellow, etc. & animals here are adorned with colorful ornaments, their faces being painted in complex patterns and designs. This amazing pattern of colors is seen in the beautiful & magnificent forts & palaces as well.
Places to visit
Jaipur, Udaipur, Ajmer, Alwar, Banswara, Shekhawati, Bikaner, Dungarpur, Jhalawar, Jaisalmer, Chittorgarh, Bharatpur, Kota, Kumbhalgarh, Mandawa, Mount Abu, Nathdwara, Sariska, Ranakpur, Ranthambore, Pushkar, Jodhpur.
Rajasthan Safari
Camel Safari in Rajasthan, Elephant Safari in Rajasthan, Horse Safari in Rajasthan, Jeep Safari in Rajasthan.
Thar Desert Rajasthan
Rajasthan Sand Dunes, Sam Sand Dunes Jaisalmer
Best time to visit
Even though Rajasthan is a place visited throughout the year, the best time to visit Rajasthan is during winters. Mid October to Mid March is the peak season for Rajasthan. The reason for this is that the climatic conditions in Rajasthan are quite extreme. Another reason is that all the major fairs & festivals of Rajasthan are celebrated around this time only. |
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They call it "Little Tibet", not just because of its geographical proximity to Tibet, but also because it plays host to several Tibetan cultural festivals. Leh Ladakh might be India's most remote region, but its beauty is incomparable. Stark mountains dotted with Colourful Monasteries, Fluttering Prayer Flags, Rocky Ridges, Dry Plains and Tiny Settlements & Adding to its beauty is the Indus River that seems to have a different shade for every season. During summer it turns Grayish, owing to its silt deposits, occasionally turning a shade of violet. Autumn turns it the most beautiful - shades of Aquamarine waters flowing through Orange-Flamed Poplars and Weeping Willows.
More than sheer tourism, the years have witnessed Leh Ladakh emerging as a highly acclaimed Adventure ground. From options of high-altitude scenic treks to wild river rafting in the Indus and Zanskar River, the last Shangri La's remoteness is what creates the magic that drives tourists here.
Best Time to Visit
Leh Ladakh is open for tourist throughout the year, while the best period for tour and trek is from June to October.
The best period for Chadar trek is from January to Mid-March.
Places to Visit
Pangong lake, Uleytokpo Alchi, Lamayuru, Nubra valley, Thiksey Monastery, Alchi Choskor Monastery, Confluence of the Indus, Zanskar Rivers, Sand Dunes Leisure Park, Sumoor Nubra, Stok Palace Museum, The Basgo, the cultural Heartland, Drass, Kargil, Padum, Phugthal, Rangdum, Sankoo, Suru Valley. |
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