Delhi – The best combination of cultural and traditional heritage
Delhi, the national capital of India, has astonishing tourist spots. You get to see many monuments, heritage and historical places. The city has museums, adventure sports, gardens, and theme parks. You will enjoy the street foods, shopping, and local markets.
Best Time to Visit: October – March
Key Attractions: Humanyun’s Tomb, Connaught Place, Akshardham Temple, Red Fort, Jantar Mantar, Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid, National Rail Museum, Lodhi Gardens, Lotus Temple, India Gate, Chandini Chowk, Rashtrapati Bhavan, National Gallery of Modern Art, Lotus Temple.
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Shimla is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh. It is located at the foothills of the Himalayas. During British rule, this city was most popular for summer vacation. For honeymooners, it is the best destination.
Best Time to Visit: November – February, March – June
Key Attractions: MallRoad, Christ Church, Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, Jakhoo Hill, Tara Devi Temple, Chail, Scandal Point, Himachal State Museum.
Kullu and Manali, Himachal Pradesh
It is the twin town in Himachal Pradesh. Manali is an amazing destination for skiing. You can enjoy the adventure activities like paragliding, river rafting, trekking, and camping. Both the towns are at 40kms distance, with museums, waterfalls, religious places, hip cafés, quaint villages, and apple orchards.
Best Time to Visit: March – June, December to February to enjoy the snow
Key Attractions in Kullu: Raghunath Temple, Vallee de Kullu, Bijli Mahadev Temple, Rupi Palace, Jagannath Temple, Chandrakhani Pass, Manikaran
Key Attractions in Manali: Hadimba Devi Temple, Jogini Waterfalls, Nehru Kund, Museum of Himachal Culture and Folk Art, Siyali Mahadev Temple, Mall Road Market, Rohtang Pass, Manu Temple View Point, Vashisht Hot Water Springs, and Temple
Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Agra is famous for its Taj Mahal which is located on the banks of River Yamuna. It is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many prestigious places tell the stories of the Mughals.
Best Time to Visit: October – March
Key Attractions: Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort, Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daula, Mughal Gardens, Jama Masjid, Mehtab Bagh, Chini-ka-Rauza
Dharamshala – Tibetan Beauty
Dharamshala is a religious place. This place is known as the home of the Tibetan Spiritual Leader, the Dalai Lama. It is known for quaint monasteries, beautiful Dhauladhar Ranges, Tibetan Markets, and Sparkling Dal Lake.
Best Time to Visit: February – June
Key Attractions: Naddi Village, Bhagsunath, Tsuglagkhang Complex, Kangra Fort, Dal Lake
McLeodganj – Small Lhasa
This land is well known for the mix of Tibetan and British. It is located near Dharamshala. It is surrounded by a scenic landscape and majestic Himalayan range.
Best Time to Visit: October – June
Key Attractions: St. John in the Wilderness Church, Dalai Lama Temple, Naddi View Point
Haridwar and Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
It is a religious place in North India and a twin national heritage city. Every evening you get to see the Ganga Aarti celebrations on the Ganga River. Rishikesh is famous for the adventure activities like bungee jumping and river rafting.
Best Time to Visit: October – November, March – June
Key Attractions: Rajaji National Park, Har ki Pauri Ghat, Daksha Mahadev Temple, Ganga Aarti, Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, Shanti Kunj Ashram
Amritsar, Punjab
Amritsar is a charming place with its architectural beauty and rich spirituality. The mystique of Golden Temple or well known as Sri Harmindir Sahib, astonishing delicacies pull tourists all over the year. At Wagah Border, you see the changing of the Guard between the Indian and Pakistani soldiers excites the travelers. At Jallianwala Bagh, even on this date, you can see the bullet marks which remind of India’s freedom struggle.
Best Time to Visit: October – March
Key Attractions: The Golden Temple, Wagah Border, Jallianwala Bagh, Partition Museum, Ram Bagh Gardens, Sri Ram Tirath Temple
Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand
It is located in Nainital, India’s first national park. It is popularly known for its tiger richness. It came into notice in the year 1936 and was known as Hailey National Park. Furthermore, it is the oldest and most reputed national park in India.
Best Time to Visit: November – February
Key Attractions: Corbett Waterfalls, Corbett Museum, Kosi River, Elephant Safari, Jeep Safari, Durga Devi Temple, Sitabani Temple
Leh – Ladakh, Union Territory
When you are talking about North India how you can miss this beautiful place Leh – Ladakh. The people follow the food and culture of Tibetan culture. Thrill-seekers find bike rides over the mountains, trekking the Zanskar range, and rafting at Zanskar and Indus rivers.
Best Time to Visit: November – March to see the frozen lakes, April – June
Key Attractions: Magnetic Hill, Pangong Tso Lake, Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Namgyal Tsemo, Hall of Fame, Nubra Valley, Zorawar Fort
Pushkar, Rajasthan
Pushkar is famous for its colorful Pushkar Camel Fair. It is believed that this is the only place in India where you can see the Temple of Lord Brahma.
Best Time to Visit: Camel Fair October – November, November – March
Key Attractions: Brahma Temple, Pushkar Lake, Savitri Mata Temple, Rangji Temple, Varaha Temple, Pushkar Adventure Camp & Camel Safari
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
It is also known as the Blue City or the Sun City. The city has a great many forts and temples. The city has the oldest fort Mehrangarh fort surrounded by several gates.
Best Time to Visit: November – February
Key Attractions: Umaid Bhawan Palace, Mehrangarh Fort, Rao Jodha Desert Rock, Mandore Garden, Toorji Ka Jhalra Bavdi
Udaipur, Rajasthan
Udaipur is one of the romantic places in North India. It is popular for its beautiful palace built on the lake. The city is adjoined by the Aravalli Hills. Maharana Uday Singh II was the founder of Udaipur.
Best Time to Visit: September – March
Key Attractions: City Palace, Lake Pichola, Jagmandir, Fateh Sagar Lake, Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace, Saheliyon Ki Bari, Jagdish Temple, Bagore ki Haveli, Vintage Car Museum
Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
The city is located near the Thar Desert which is also known as the Great Indian Desert. Jaisalmer has many mesmerizing Cenotaphs, Havelis, and Ornate Forts. There are many impressive Jain and Hindu Temples and enjoy the camel rides across the Jaisalmer desert.
Best Time to Visit: October – March
Key Attractions: Jaisalmer Fort, Thar Heritage Museum, Salam Singh ki Haweli, Desert Cultural Museum, Vyas, Chateri Sunset Point, Tazia Tower, Bada Bagh Temple
Mathura and Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh
Mathura is the birthplace of Lord Krishna and in Vrindavan, he spent his childhood. There are many Radha Krishna Temples. Janmashtami and Holi are celebrated very grandly every year. Many heritage temples are there here.
Best Time to Visit: October – March, March for Holi, and August for Janmashtami
Key Attractions: Shri Krishna Janmashtami Temple, Shri Dwarkadhish Temple, Shri Krishna Balaram Temple, Kans Quila
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow is “The city of Nawabs”. It is famous for its Chikankari handicrafts, Islamic monuments, lifestyle, and politeness. If you are a foodie person then don’t miss the mouth-watering street food and Mughalai cuisine. There are several palaces, mosques, historical monuments, temples, and museums to visit.
Best Time to Visit: October – March
Key Attractions: Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara, Rumi Darwaza, the Residency, Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Park, Ambedkar Memorial, Chattar Manzil, State Museum, Sikandar Bagh, Indira Gandhi Planetarium
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi is devoted to many Hindu Gods and is located along the holy river Ganga. Every evening you get to see the Ganga Aarti. It is one of the oldest cities in India. On the banks of Ganga open cremations are performed.
Best Time to Visit: October – March
Key Attractions: Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Dashashwamedha Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, Ganga Aarti, Kaal Bhairav Temple, Dhamek Stupa
Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
Allahabad is UP’s pride and famous city in Uttar Pradesh. The rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati are all the three rivers that meet here, and it is known as “Triveni Sangam”. Once in 12 years, Kumbh Mela is celebrated here.
Best Time to Visit: October – March
Key Attractions: Anand Bhawan Museum, Akbar Fort, Khusro Bagh, Swaraj Bhawan, Triveni Sangam, Shaktipeeth Lalita Devi Temple
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