10 Best Places To Visit In India
6. Shimla
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Rightly called the Queen of Hills, Shimla is a spectacular hill station that lies near a valley in the Himalayas. This city is dotted by exotic flora and fauna and also has some buildings built under the Neo-Gothic influence. The main shopping street in Shimla, The Mall, is a good place to buy local souvenirs and other indigenous products.
7. Goa
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Considered as a tropical paradise, Goa is the smallest state in India. Lively beaches, pretty palm trees and colorful boats line the coast of Goa. It’s a wonderful place to peep into ancient Indian and Portuguese architecture that includes churches, temples and monuments. But, the real fun lies in visiting the beach resorts, the parties, the nightclubs and relishing the lip-smacking seafood that you get here. Tip: Alcohol is really cheap over here. So, you can booze as much as you want; of course, without crossing your limits.
8. Puducherry
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This spectacular city located on the south-eastern coast of India is a confluence of Indian and French culture. Since it was a French colony until its independence, this city has several pockets that are quintessentially French. As you step into this city, you will get to see several French edifices, Hindu temples, mosques and meditation centers that are meant for spiritual awakening. The best place to visit in Puducherry is the Sri Aurobindo Ashram and the Auroville, a well-planned township that aims to elevate human life through peace and harmony.
9. Backwaters of Kerala
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The backwaters of Kerala are a chain of lakes and lagoons lying near the coast of the Arabian Sea. Several tourists come here to explore this unique ecosystem and the aquatic life that it possesses. For accommodation, most tourists choose to stay in the houseboats and ply through the lakes all through the day. If you love nature, then this place shouldn’t be missed at any cost. Another enticing feature of the backwaters is the exciting boat races that take place here.
10. Varanasi
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If you wish to see the ancient culture of India, then you must visit Varanasi. Considered as one of the oldest city in India, this city is the center of the Hindu, Buddhist and Jain universe. Located on the banks of the Ganges, this city is the place where pilgrims come to wash off their sins and attain salvation. If you want to have an intimate look into the customs and traditions of India, then this is the place to go. The Ghats, the old houses, the waters each and everything over here tells you of the past and present of this country. It also goes to show that the future won’t be anything different from this. It will forever be a rich, enigmatic cultural place that beckons everyone.
