Top ten most attractive places in India

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Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal is located in the city of Agra, one of the most powerful cities in the medieval world. Agra is a part of the state of Uttar Pradesh, in the northern region of India. It is a part of the great northern plains and is situated on the west bank of river the Yamuna. Agra is 204 km south of Delhi.


An immense mausoleum of white marble, built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, Arjumand Banu. The Taj Mahal is one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage and the jewel of Muslim art in India. Taj Mahal was constructed over a period of twenty-two years, employing twenty thousand workers. It was completed at a cost of 32 Million Rupees.

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Goa is situated on the western coast of the Indian peninsula. Goa displays colonial heritage that had been patronized by the Portuguese. India's most popular beach resort lures ardent tourists from all over the globe. Afternoon siesta and evening feista rule the way of life here. Goa is a traveller's ultimate destination for its scenic splendor, golden beaches, rocking night life and scrumptious food and of course the good old feni. A walk down the city promises to captivate your attention with the beautiful churches and the towering forts that take you back into the Portugese era. Goan culture is a confluence of many cultures. The vibrant life of Goa makes it an irresistable vacation destination.

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Kerala is a land of great natural beauty situated in South India. Kerala is synonmus with azure backwaters, Lush hill stations and exotic wildlife, ayurvedic health holidays and wonderful art forms. The state enjoys a unique topography that makes it a magnetic tourist destination. Kerala is considered an advanced state as there is hundred percent literacy. Kerala is a land of rivers and backwaters.
The climate is equable and varies little from season to season. The temperature normally ranges from 80 to 90 F in the plains but drops to about 70 F in the highlands. The state gets its due share of both the southwest as well as the northeast monsoons, and the rainfull is heavy, averaging around 118 inches annually.

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This majestic land offers the highest mountain trails, roads and bridges for the adventurer; highest wildlife reserves which abound with the most exotic birds, animals, flowers and herbs for the naturalist; age old temples, exquisite villages, traditional architecture still in its pristine beauty and the tribal lifestyles of its inhabitants.At the foot of the Himalayas, with the holy Ganges moving through this ancient town, Rishikesh is a haven of peace, spirituality, meditation and the world capital of yoga. It has numerous ashrams, some of which are internationally recognized as centers of philosophical studies, yoga and meditation.

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The city of Varanasi is situated along the west bank of the Ganges in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Varanasi is one of the oldest cities in the world . Known as the city of temples and learning , it sis a place of great pilgrim significance. Lord Shiva seems to have found this city. This place is the center of learning and the tradition has been kept alive even today. Varanasi is the city which enshrines the very essence of Hinduism. The ghats are wide steps that descend to the river offering a safe abthing platform to the pilgrims. Tulsi ghat, Dasaswamedh Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, Dnadi Ghat and others.

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According to Hindu mythology, Ganga flowed in the heavens but then was ordered to go down to earth. Fearing that her forceful descent might wash away the earth, the gods sought the help of Shiva. Shiva broke the fall of Ganga-Ganges by capturing her in his mighty locks. Since then, Ganga-Ganges resides on top of Shiva's head as his second wife, the first being Parvati.

The Ganges river basin is one of the most fertile and densely populated in the world and covers an area of 400 000 sq miles (1 000 000 sq km). The river flows through 29 cities with population over 100,000, 23 cities with population between 50,000 and 100,000, and about 48 towns.

[alonzamiller]

The information you shared about the destination India is really I am soon traveling India with my family for a vacations and was wondering where to travel so that it will be a great fun for us. I will definitely look forward to the places you mentioned here.

[tonyzabler]

I think Taj Mahal, Ajanta ellora caves, Himalayas, Girnar jungle, River ganga, Goa beaches, Varanasi, Corbetts national park, Khajuraho temples, Kerala, Kashmir, Darjeeling, Mysore are best top ten Indian famous places.

[sunilmishra]

Rajasthan is an incredible state of India well-known across the world for its mind blowing diversity which assures unforgettable visit to Rajasthan tourist attractions. This region of India is gifted with complete natural beauty and a rich cultural heritage which captivate tourists during their Rajasthan Tour. Exploring forts and palaces of the state offers opportunity to get glimpse of rich culture and heritage. Rajasthan tour is very popular among tourists from all over the world.

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बहुत सुन्दर, दिव्या जी. कुछ ख़ास स्थानों के बहुत अच्छे चित्रों और उनका परिचय देने के लिए आपका धन्यवाद. कुछ चित्र (जैसे कोर्बेट पार्क) के आ नहीं पाए हैं.