India Tour - Cherish Incredible India

India is a heavenly ground of culture and civilization. India is embedded with a number of marvelous attractions like forts, palaces, monuments, heritages, beaches, temples, exotic sculptures, gigantic mountain range and mesmerizing natural beauty. India is really an incredible land. Touring India is a best way to explore this incredible land which will really gives you that pleasure which you will never ever found in touring any other country. There are various tourist spots which you can visit to explore the country. Some of them are included in the famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Taj Mahal in Agra, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, and Erotic sculptures of Khajuraho, Caves of Ajanta and Ellora, mesmerizing beauty of Kerala, palm fringes Goa beaches etc.

Taj Mahal India- Jewel Of India

Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. He dedicated this eternal monument of love to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. This white marbled jewel of India is situated on the bank of river Yamuna in Agra, Uttar Pradesh.

Agra Red Fort- lal Quila Of Agra

Agra Fort, as the name indicates is located in Agra, about 2.5 kms away from the Taj Mahal in the northwest direction. Constructed on 94 acre land and having about seventy feet high walls, this fort can be considered as a walled city. It was the most gigantic fort at the time of Mughals. Four gates are there opening to the four sides of the fort.

Buland Darwaza at Fatehpur Sikri

This historical city was planned by Mughal Emperor Akbar in the Uttar Pradesh state of India. This city was the capital of Mughals. In the city, Surviving Palace and mosque are famous tourist attractions.

Khajuraho -Amazing creation by sculptures

Khajuraho is famous for the erotic sculptures depicting the architectural geniuses of those ancient times. These temples are present in the state Madhya Pradesh. These temples are different from all other temples present in India as these temples are not for the worshipping of any God, rather these temples oozes eroticism, passion, dance and music. The architecture of these sculptures is worth seeing.

Ajanta and Ellora Cave

Ajanta and Ellora are famous for the cave temples discovered by a British Army Officer, John Smith in 1819. The caves were designed for Buddhist Monks who preached for Buddhist religion. These caves are located about 30 kms away from Aurangabad. These are 34 in number. The specialty of these caves is that they are carved in the hill only. These caves depict the three religions, Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. Out of 34 caves, 17 are dedicated to Hinduism, 12 to Buddhist and remaining 5 to Jainism.

Kerala: God's Own Country

Kerala is a state in India known as God’s own country. A beautiful state created on 1st November 1956. Having an area of 38863 sq km, it is bordered by Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep Sea. Kerala is famous among tourists for its Tropical Greenery, Backwaters, Spa and Ayurvedic treatments.

Goa: Famous Beaches & Honeymoon Spot

Goa, the Beach capital of India has some of the finest and beautiful beaches in the world. Goa is very famous among the honeymooners as it’s a very exotic place to spend time for a newly wed couple. Goan beaches have an amazing night life as well as the tranquil atmosphere. Goa is the ever green place for honeymoon in india travel.

Rajasthan-What A Colourful Place to Be!!

Looking for a complete vacation destination in India? Rajasthan is the apt place to be. Rajasthan, mainly known for its gigantic and massive forts and palaces, is also famous for enchanting wildlife, radiating desert, colorful fairs and festivals, mesmerizing lakes, massive hills and heritage hotels. One, who is looking for a vacation which covers all the aspects of tourism, must-visit Rajasthan as the place has all those qualities which are enough to allure a tourist.

A Beautiful Sculpture Of Rajasthan

Rajasthan is one of the most tourists preferred state in India. Thousands of tourists visit Rajasthan every year, which is a good and proud point for Indian Tourism. It is also famous for wonderful fort and palaces tour .Each city of the state has one distinctive feature for tourism. For example, the capital city (Only Capital not city) of Rajasthan is Jaipur, which is known as The Pink City. You can visit regal buildings and picturesque sites here.

 The Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal are to name a few. Udaipur, another famous place in Rajasthan which is worldwide known as The City of Lakes is one of the most passionate places in the state. Other cities like Jodhpur, famously known as The Blue City, Jaisalmer known as The Golden City, Mandwa known as The City of Forts And Havelis, Pushkar known as The Sacred City and Bikaner known as The Camel City are different diamonds in this crown named Rajasthan.

An Interior Of Jaisalmer Fort

A Courtyard Of Mehrangarh Fort

Beautiful Carvings in Jain Temple

Jainism  Stories on the wall of Jain Temples

This city of royal monuments is capable of leaving you awe struck by the beauty of its architectural designs. Different regal, colossal and gorgeous monuments which you would really appreciate after visiting are Khimsar Fort, Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon Ki Haveli, Nahargarh Fort, Mehrangarh Fort, Padmini Palace and Brahma Temple etc. These monuments are truly designed in a royal approach and have their unique architectural and historical place in Indian history.

Camel Festival Of Rajasthan

Rajasthan’s culture and tradition are another heritage of the state which it can boast of. The legacy and rituals of the place are still seen in their local festivals and fairs. People celebrate each festival with same zeal and gusto. Visiting Rajasthan in a festival’s time is one of its kinds, and you will cherish many moments which you would never want to forget.  Major festivals celebrated here is Mewar Festival, Teej Festival, Camel Festival, Elephant Festival, Nagaur Festival, Pushkar Festival and much more. 

A Decorated Camel in The Camel Festival

During these festivals’s time the whole state is said to be covered with colorful sheets, and the places are seemed liked painted in different colours.  Tourists are advised to visit Rajasthan at least once during this carnival time.

The desert of Rajasthan adds another charm in its tourism. You can enjoy camel safari on the golden sand dunes of the desert. People here are very generous and kind, and they believe that the guests are like God. Their culture, customs, traditions, music, costumes, dance and cuisine, all are worth observing. While enjoying your camel safari, you can also closely monitor the rural life and experience the true colours of desert.

Tiger Safari In Ranthambore National Park

Spotted Deer In  The Ranthambore National Park

The regal land of Rajasthan is also known for its exotic and diverse flora and fauna. The state holds a number of wildlife parks and sanctuaries, which are home to many animals.  The Ranthambore National Park, The Sariska national Park and The Keoladeo Ghana National Park of Rajasthan are known for their rich and rare flora and fauna. Nature lover tourists can explore the unusual vegetation, animals and birds here in these sanctuaries.

Rajasthan is among those few places which attract all types of tourists. The state has a lot to offer to its guests.You will never get bored with roaming in the old lanes of the place as you will find something new to explore every now and then. 

Here you can get a complete evolution for different type of Rajasthan Tour Package:

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Worth Stopovers in South India

India- The whole country is a very worth travelling zone where you can spend your vacation in any part of the country that too in any season. But if you want to visit one part at a time, let us start with the South India as the zone has numerous stopovers which you can cover in a short vacation as well. Any traveller will find his attraction in Southern India, be the traveller is an adventure freak or looking for a peaceful holiday, whether he is on a pilgrimage holiday or may be a honeymoon. South India offers you perfect holiday where you can visit pristine beaches, enchanting backwaters, historical monuments, amazing hill stations, magnificent temples, wonderful wildlife and colourful fairs and festivals. In your South Indian sojourn, you will visit different states like Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Andaman and Nicobar Island etc.

A Beautiful View Of Kerala

 Kerala- God’s Own Country is a beautiful place to visit. This place is filled with natural beauty, amazingly enclosed by lush green carpets, gigantic mountains, wonderful weather and gorgeous backwaters. People visit Kerala from every corner of the world with their friends, families, life partner for honeymoon etc. Kerala has various beautiful places to visit.

Munnar

Inexplicable Backwaters of Alleppy, immaculate and mysterious beaches like Kovallam, paradise hill station like Munnar, exotic wildlife, exceptional flora, world renowned temples and churches and nevertheless its famous Ayurveda are the different treasure of the place which attracts the tourists throughout the year.

A Temple Of Karnataka

Karnataka is chiefly famous for its cultural and tradition charm. The capital of the state, Bangalore, known as the city of gardens, is an IT hub of the country. There are lots of beautiful and eye catching tourist spots in Karnataka. Main places to be visited in Karnataka are Vijaya Nagar, Mysore, Hampi and Nandi Hills etc which will lure you with their architectural as well as natural beauty.

Cave in Mahabalipuram

Tamil Nadu, the most preferred tourist’s destination is packed with many attractions like Kanyakumari, Mahabalipuram, Madurai, Chennai and Rameshwaram etc. These places are mainly famous for their beaches. Where Kodaikanal, Ooty and Coonoor are the famous hill stations, there Maduri is famous for its architectural beauty like Meenakshi Temple etc. Tamil Nadu has both, natural and artificial beauty of South India.

Char Minar

Andhra Pradesh, commonly known as Andhra, is a state known for its tradition, culture and historical monuments. Andhra Pradesh is full with glorious places and there are many major and attractive tour destinations . 

Tirupati Balaji

Tirupati Balaji’s Temple, worldwide known for a much believed pilgrimage site is situated in Andhra Pradesh. Hyderabad is the capital of the state, where you can visit many architectural pieces such as Char Minar etc and the city is also known for its modernisation. Nature lover tourists are the big chunk of total traveller who visits here because of the rich wildlife and serene beaches.

Andaman and Nicobar Island

 Andaman and Nicobar Island in the South India is a place which should not be missed during your South India tour. Island’s beauty, tranquil beaches, untouched environment and various adventure activities and games offered to its visitors attracts the people to the place. It’s a very famous and preferred place for honeymooners due to the Andaman Sea and its breath taking views and astounding landscapes. One should definitely visit the place to admire the beauty with his eyes at least once in a lifetime.

 There is so much else to explore in this tour of yours. South Indian tourist’s spots are so beautiful due to its picturesque beauty, vivacious water bodies and beautiful atmosphere and environment that you will remember all your life.

 Take a visit here for South India Tour packages:
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Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Gujarat

Gujarat is popularly known as the “Jewel of the west”. Rich in history, culture, heritages, modernity, religion, etc. make it a Jewel of that region. Located beside a large coastline, it has a tourist inflow from all across the globe. Green cover of the Gujarat’s beautiful locations publicizing the Eco Tourism. Asiatic Lion of Gujarat’s Gir forest is famous all over the country. “Khushboo Gujarat Ki” campaign started by superstar Amitabh Bachchan enhanced tourism in Gujarat by 14 percent, a great leap towards national growth. Many popular destinations are there that are worth to be visited.

10. Muli

Swaminarayan Temple in Muli

Muli is a village located in Surendranagar District. Basically, famous for its 250 years old Dudhai Vadwala Temple, Swaminarayan Temple, Mandavrayji Temple, Meldi Mata Temple and 140 years old Bileshwar Mahadev temple of Umarada. Pilgrims gather there in a large number. All of them are the sacred temples. Many rituals take place over there. Pilgrims also participate in those rituals to gain prosperity and wealth.

9. Daman

Devka Beach in Daman

Daman, a district of the union territory of Daman & Diu is a fascinating place, famous for its market area and beaches. The climate of this place is very placid. Two of the famous beaches of this place are Jampore Beach and the Devka Beach. These beaches are famous among the youngsters. Many water sports and adventurous activities take place there.

8. Bardoli

Bardoli, a famous place of history located in the proximity of Surat. Many of us know this place after the name of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, as the place is linked to him. It is a place where the famous “Bardoli Satyagraha” took place in 1921-22 under the leadership of the famous moderate Vallabhbhai Patel. Swaraj Ashram is the famous tourist spot of this place.

7. Dumas

Dumas Beach

Everyone has heard of Dumas Beaches as it comes in the list of one of the famous beaches of India. It is situated in the proximity of Surat. Serene atmosphere makes it more glamorous. The palm and Casuarinas fringed sea shores of Dumas are the most popular among the travelers visiting Gujarat.

6. Mahuva

Mahuva

Mahuva is locally known as “Kashmir of Saurashtra” for its surrounding landscape including coconut tree plantations. Beaches are the prime attractions of this place. Temples nearby the beach are also the major attractions. One of the famous temples is the Bhavani Temple. Groundnuts, wooden toys and jamadar mango are the famous things of Mahuva. It is said that there is a village called Pingleshwar famous for housing an ancient Shiv Linga beneath the sea, so many pilgrims go there.

5. Adalaj

Adalaj Step-Well

Adalaj Step-Well

Adalaj Step-Well

Adalaj, the famous step well situated in Gandhinagar is popular for its sophisticated carvings. It was constructed by Queen Rudabai in 1499, and was one of the main stoppages for travelers and convoys passing through this trade route. This is well visages the carvings of animals, flowers and Hindu Gods and Goddesses. The design of these carvings is really pictographic.

4. Somnath Temple

Somnath Temple

Somnath Temple is a popular pilgrimage site located at Prabhas Kshetra. It has a great historical past behind its architecture. It was demolished many times and finally re-built to form a mosque during the reign of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. To the side of this mosque, another Somnath Temple was built by queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore, Peshwa of Pune, Raja Bhonsle of Nagpur, Chhatrapati Bhonsle of Kolhapur and Shrimant Patilbuwa Shinde of Gwalior in the year 1783. The main feature of this temple is that it Shivling is located below the ground level.

3. Victoria Park

Victoria Park

The Victoria Park is the most famous park spreading across a total area of 500 acres in the Bhavnagar City. It was set up in 1888 by Maharaja Takhtasinhji of the Bhavnagar city. It was constructed in the shape of a triangle to look different. It is conserved by the Indian Government to preserve its beauty. Rich in flora and fauna, it has varieties of birds, reptiles, mammals, etc. For bird watchers and nature admirers, this is the correct place. Xerophytes, thorny, spiny and scrubby vegetation are the one only found in the forest. All together if we count, there are almost 422 plants in this park flourishing their beauty very well.

2. Sun Temple

Sun Temple

Sun Temple

Sun Temple

The popular Sun Temple is also in the Gujarat. It was built by the King Bhimdev I between 1022 and 1063. There is another Sun Temple located in Konark, but the temple of Gujarat was the first one built at least two centuries ago from the Konark temple. The fine structure of the Gujarat Sun Temple enthralls anyone. It is situated on a round hill to attract the crowd. It was built in a way that during the dawn, the first sun rays fall on the image of Surya located inside it. The architecture of both the temples of Gujarat & Konark resembles to each other very much. The inner sanctum of the temple adorned with the carvings of birds, goddesses, beasts and blossoms. The 52 beautifully carved pillars in the exterior complex of the temple depict the scenes from the Ramayana, Krishna Leelas and the Mahabharata. It tempts the tourists much. 

1. Gir National Park

Asiatic Lion in Gir National Park

As we know that Gujarat is famous for its Asiatic Lion located in the Gir National Park. Most of the tourists come to this place as outside Africa; this is the only place where wild lions can be found. One can truly experience their natural habitats. Also, visiting the marshy areas full of crocodiles is another great experience. Chirping birds of wild nature hanging from one stem to another in the tree. Grazing livestock and harvesting what they need from the forest gives the exquisite view. Through the elephant safari and jeep safari, one can see the whole park in a day or two.

Get Some Ideas for Mountain Trekking in North India

Moving your steps towards Indian sloppy mountains with the hope to reach the peak too early; is not an easy deal. Right from the snow covered mountains of great Himalayas to the verdant green mountains of South experiences a never ending excitement with its rugged paths. You don’t need to search for adventure in these regions indeed thrills will follow you wherever and whenever you approach for an adventure tour in North India.

Ladakh Mountain Trekking

During North India trip, the mountain ranges of Himalaya offer multidimensional options to those looking to indulge in trekking activity. The most challenging Ladakh trekking routes, Garhwal and Kumaon regions could be the best selection for you to spend some more time with its lofty hills. These regions are most of the time dominated by winter season therefore, it is advisable to plan your mountain trekking trip in advance so as to get an easy accessibility. Acclimatization is very necessary because in the upper range you may interface serious health issues.

Some important tips:

• Before rush out for trekking in Indian towering mountains, be honest in choosing the months because during winter coldness may convert you into a statue.

• Carrying some good quality of warm clothes and extra pair of waterproof shoes are very necessary that will protect you from the tremendous cold.

• Keep a proper map or take a knowledgeable India tour operator with you so as to avoid any types of inconvenience.

• Unaccompanied trekking is a great way to explore each and every region, but for the sake of safety it is advisable to experience the mountain trekking trip India with a group.

• Take proper rest and bring sufficient amounts of water, which will keep you alive in any circumstances.

• Must carry things also include first-aid kit, compass, knife and space blanket.

India has immense picturesque regions for trekking you can choose any one of them while you are in India. Check out some vast mountain regions with beautiful valleys:

Jammu & Kashmir

Bhadarwar and Kishtwar regions have some great trekking routes.

Leh-Ladakh

The high terrain of Ladakh is not less than heaven for trekkers. Leh Ladakh Trek, Frozen River Trek, Lamayuru Alchi Trek, Ladakh Zanskar Trek, etc are a few eye-catching routes of the city which you should not miss to experience when you head to Ladakh tour.

Garhwal

Pauri, Chamoli, Dehradun, Uttarkashi and Tehri.

Himachal Pradesh

Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges

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How To Select The India Tours Operators

There are thousands of tour operators in the country of India. No one has seen a dearth for the India tour operators at any point of time in the world of tourism. With the vast number of operators, you should find it difficult to find an appropriate tour guide for all the needs of a traveler. There are various aspects which a tour guides or operator handles. This article will discuss these aspects in detail.



The first aspect that he takes care is the passport issues and the legal documents like the visa, etc required to stay in the country. He will make sure that all these documents are checked and reconfirmed as per the laws and guide the traveler if further assistance is required in this area. He will also get all the other travel related documents done for you.



When you come or a trip to India, your entire journey and stay should be memorable. For this, you should select a India tour operators guide who has complete knowledge about currencies and knows all the places that you are visiting. A good tour operator is a person who accompanies you on your trip and makes it comfortable for you. When he knows the places well, he will be a better operator as he can plan the itinerary accordingly without wasting much time or even making a theme tour on the basis of which the entire tour will go on. All these are possible by an experienced India travel agent.

You, being a foreigner, will not know about the country and the places that are famous for visiting here. However, when you give a brief idea about how your holiday should be, the tour operator should be able to plan the entire trip exactly the way you have wanted. This is the knack that many of them lack. India being a country with vast diversity in culture and history has many wonders hidden in itself. You will need a tour guide who will give you information on each of these places. This tour guide is a must when you go to see the monuments of India as they are the center of attraction to all the tourists. There are monuments and historical forts spread in all parts of the country. Thus, knowing about these monuments and their architecture is the key to visiting the place and experiencing its wonders.

You can consult your family and friends about which is the best tour operating company in the country and make bookings accordingly. You can also check for yourself by reading user reviews written by travelers. There are various websites which provide information on these tour operators. The type of operator that you select will depend on the requirements that you want. For example, if you want the tour operator to take care of all the visa applying and other related procedures, you should look for an operator who does it. You should call and speak to them in person to know more details in this regard.

Select Your India Tour Guide Wisely

Planning a tour to India is easy but choosing your India travel guide might be not. There is plethora of travel guides for India present online. But you should be wise enough to make a choice and pick the best among the likewise. As you plan your India tour, picking an India tour guide is mandatory.



So what should you see when you go through the India travel guides? Well, coming to India and holidaying here is an awesome experience so why not make it all the more memorable- an affair of a lifetime, a treat for all your senses!
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