8 Best Places to Visit in India

1. 5. Mysore

1.1. Once the capital of the Wodeyar dynasty

1.1.1. Mysore is best known for housing the magnificent Mysore Palace

1.2. The Mysore palace is the epitome of opulence

1.2.1. and a tour through the structure will reveal upscale touches like

1.2.1.1. carved rosewood doors

1.2.1.2. ceilings decorated in ivory

1.2.1.3. and countless paintings on the walls

1.3. You won’t want to miss the incredible Devaraja Market

1.3.1. on Dhanwanthri Road where you can buy some chai tea

1.3.1.1. and then browse stalls offering produce or sandalwood carvings

2. 6. Rajasthan

2.1. Northwest India is where you’ll find the state of Rajasthan

2.1.1. which borders Pakistan and is home to the Thar Desert

2.2. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan

2.2.1. Jaipur is also called Pink City

2.2.1.1. and a wonderful place to begin your trip

2.3. It is home to an array of incredible architecture including

2.3.1. three forts

2.3.2. many temples

2.3.3. and the extraordinary City Palace

2.4. Jodhpur city is also worth visiting

2.4.1. the so-called Blue City that is the gateway to the Thar Desert

2.4.1.1. as well as the home to the spectacular Mehrangarh Fort

3. 7. Ladakh

3.1. In northernmost India

3.1.1. in the heavily disputed Kashmir region

3.1.1.1. is the mountainous destination of Ladakh

3.2. Breathtaking, pristine scenery is a major draw to the area

3.2.1. but virtually all travelers will also spend time

3.2.1.1. in the town of Leh

3.3. The town is located at a very high elevation

3.3.1. and it is also home to the 17th century Palace of the King of Ladakh

3.4. Buddhist culture is also prominent in Leh

3.4.1. and you may wish to explore

3.4.1.1. some of the many Buddhist monasteries

3.4.1.2. and temples in the Old Town

4. 8. Delhi

4.1. If you’re spending any time in Northern India

4.1.1. you will almost certainly visit the capital city of Delhi

4.2. One of the top sights in Delhi is the Red Fort

4.2.1. which was built in the 17th century

4.3. The Red Fort is made from sandstone

4.3.1. and you will be able to walk through its Lahore Gate, into the bazaar

4.3.1.1. through the jewel palace and even into the former residence of the sultan

4.4. you should also make time for the many museums

4.4.1. and religious structures that make up the city

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6. 1. Agra

6.1. Agra is one of the most-visited cities in all of India

6.2. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire

6.2.1. Agra is now home to the iconic structure

6.2.1.1. known as the Taj Mahal

6.3. The white marble mausoleum was built in the 17th century

6.3.1. and it is widely regarded as a monument of love

6.4. Also worth seeing in Agra is the Agra Fort

6.4.1. Which was built in 16th century

6.4.1.1. even explore the interior of its beautiful palace

7. 2. Varanasi

7.1. On the banks of the River Ganges is Varanasi

7.1.1. an ancient city known as the spiritual capital of India

7.2. The city’s history dates back for more than 3,000 years

7.2.1. making it one of the oldest continually inhabited cities on the planet

7.3. Top attractions include

7.3.1. Alamagir Mosque

7.3.2. the Shri Kashi Vishwanth Temple

7.3.3. and the Sankat Mochan Temple

7.3.3.1. which is filled with monkeys

7.4. At sunrise, make your ways to the banks of the Ganges

7.4.1. More than 60,000 people bathe in the river every day

7.4.1.1. and this event is something truly unforgettable

8. 3. Amritsar

8.1. In the northern province of Punjab is Amritsar

8.1.1. a holy city and a mecca for the Sikh religion

8.2. The main attraction in Amritsar is the Golden Temple

8.2.1. also known as the Harmandir Sahib

8.2.1.1. Temple was built more than 400 years ago

8.3. You can tour the Golden Temple regardless of religion

8.3.1. but you will need to show respect

8.3.1.1. by covering your head and removing your shoes

8.4. Enter the temple through the Ghanta Ghar

8.4.1. and admire the Amrit Sarovar

8.4.1.1. a pool surrounding the temple where pilgrims bathe

9. 4. Goa Beaches

9.1. Goa is popular largely because of its spectacular beaches

9.2. The busiest and most popular of all is Candolim Beach

9.2.1. where travelers from around the world flock to soak up the sun

9.3. Anjuna Beach is far less crowded

9.3.1. It is also an amazing place where you can walk to Chapora Fort

9.3.1.1. and admire the sandy coastline from a new perspective

9.4. Palolem is considered one of the most beautiful beaches

9.4.1. in all of Goa with it’s natural bay

9.4.1.1. surrounded by lofty headlands on either sides