India's Goa state, on the country's western coast, is a place with unlimited chances to have fun and entertainment. This place enthralls and allures large number of tourists from all over the world to enjoy the fascinating beaches, adventurous sports activities, vivacious night-life, and authentic sea food. Visitors from all over the world find a…

With a population of a bit over 88,000, Ooty (its full name is Udhagamandalam) is one of South India's top summer destinations thanks to its mild, eternally springlike climate and myriad attractions. An all-day train ride or road trip (and just…

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India is full of "hill stations," charming towns in the hills and mountains founded by the British during the colonial Raj as respites from the heat and dust of summers on the flatlands. And down in the country's southwestern state of Karnataka (known until 1973 as Mysore), the most charming is …

Alibaug is a beautiful coastal town in the Konkan district of India's Maharashtra state that's one of best places to visit near Pune. as well as a top weekend getaway for residents of Mumbai (Bombay), an…

Some 1,880 metres (6,170 feet) up in the foothills of the Himalayas about 4½ hours from New Delhi in Uttarakhand state, Mussoorie was founded in the 1820s by a leiutenant in the British East India Company, and because of its beauty and relatively mild temperatures it…

India is full of beautiful 'hill stations,' towns in the hills and mountains built by the British as a getaway from the heat of cities down below. And ensconced 2,084 meters (6,837 feet) above sea level in the northwest India foothills of the Himalayas in Uttarkarand state (an overnight train ride from New Delhi), is one of the most beautiful (and popular of…

One of the oldest and largest cities in India's southernmost Tamil Nadu state, and historically the capital of the Pandyan dynasty, Madurai is also considered the state's cultural capital - sometimes referrred to as "the Athens of the East and "Temple…

Especially known for its Tanjore school of painting, Thanjavur is an important center of South Indian religion, art, and architecture. Sited on the banks of the River Cauvery, Thanjavur is famous for its Brihadeeswar Temple built by Rajaraja Chola in the…

Popularly known as 'Queen of Hills', Shimla is one of the charming hill station and the capital city of Himachal Pradesh state. Surrounded by pine, oak and deodar forests, Shimla is one among the most visited hill stations in India. Amidst…

Surrounded by beautiful snow-capped mountains at an elevation of 1,970 meters, Dalhousie is one of the most popular destinations of India's bucolic western Himalayan state Himachal Pradesh. Spread over the five hills…

Mysore, erstwhile capital of the Mysore maharajas, is the cultural capital and second biggest city of India's Karnataka state. Mysore is one of the top places to experience Karnataka tourism and also one of the famous tourist destinations in all of India. Mysore still…

Jaipur, dubbed the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan state, and it's the cultural capital of India. Along with Delhi and Agra, Jaipur also is a key pillar of the "Golden Triangle" of India tourism, and serves as a gateway to other tourist destinations in Rajasthan, such as…

Gokarna is a small town situated in Karnataka state along the west coast of India. Home to the famous Mahabaleshwar Temple, Gokarna is one of the renowned places of pilgrimage in Karnataka. Apart from being a religious town,…

Lonavala (aka Lonavla) is a fascinating hill station in the Pune district of Maharashtra State, about an hour inland from Mumbai/Bombay. Separating the Deccan Plateau and the Konkan coast, …

Rajasthan is not just the largest state in India, but also the one that's home to some of the country's most compelling destinations, popular among tourists both domestic and international. There's has a magical feel and romantic touch lent here by its magnificent forts and golden desert. The palaces of Jaipur, lakes of Udaipur, and desert forts of…

The Andaman & Nicobar Islands are a group of islands in the Bay of Bengal between India and Myanmar. Of the 36 inhabited islands, only 9 islands in the Andaman are open for tourists while the Nicobar Islands are inaccessible to tourists. Port Blair is its capital and also the main tourist hub. Exotic beaches, secluded islands, evergreen tropical rain forest and vibrant…

Mahabaleshwar is a charming hill station located in Satara district of Maharashtra. At an altitude of 1,353 metres in the Western Ghats range, Mahabaleshwar is known for its fascinating beauty, ancient temples, gorgeous…

Kerala, dubbed by Indians "God’s own country," is blessed with some of the best tourist destinations in India for any kind of holiday. The scenic hill stations, enchanting backwaters, cascading waterfalls, sandy beaches and exotic wildlife are its top attractions. Kerala has been one of the top honeymoon destinations in India and also one of the most popular…

Uttarakhand, also known as the ‘Switzerland of India’, is a beautiful hill state located in the foothills of mighty Himalayas in the northern region of India. It is popularly called as Devbhumi, the Land of Gods, due to many Hindu temples and pilgrimage centres found throughout the state. Uttarakhand Tourism is a blend of pristine landscapes, adventure, pilgrimage and wildlife. It is one of the most popular tourist places in India and also one of the top honeymoon destinations in India.…