6 Places to See During your Dream Holiday in India

Posted 04 September 2014 by

For centuries, India has occupied the daydreams of adventurers and romantics. Up to this day, almost every wanderlust-afflicted traveler dream of visiting this South Asian country at least once in his or her life. India is one of the largest countries in the world, with an excitingly exotic variety of landmarks and destinations that every traveler would likely never forget.

Here are some of the best destinations that you should check out during your dream holiday in India.

Palolem

Palolem

Palolem is one of the gems of the balmy region of Goa, which is known for its beautiful beaches and stunning sunsets. Palolem boasts of a natural bay that is surrounded by cliffs and vegetations and both sides, encompassing the breathtaking beach with calm waters. Aside from the amazing beach and clear waters, Palolem is also known for its assortment of great restaurants and hotels; plus, the nightlife scene is pretty great, too.

The Backwaters of Kerala

The Backwaters of Kerala

Found in the state of Kerala directly across the coast of the Arabian Sea, the backwaters of Kerala are essentially a group of beautiful lakes and lagoons, which are also home to many endemic aquatic species, including fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. One of the most popular things to do in the Kerala Backwaters is staying in a floating hotel made out of traditional kettuvallam boats.

The Virupaksha Temple

The Virupaksha Temple

Located in the city of Hampi, the Virupaksha Temple was once a small religious shrine, and through the centuries, expanded into a larger, majestic complex. Archeologists believe that the original shrine was built around the seventh century AD, thus making the Virupaksha Temple as one of the country’s oldest temples still used up to this day.

The Lake Palace

The Lake Palace

Found in the middle of the Lake Pichola, this magnificent Lake Palace was built as a summer home for the royal family in the 1700’s. The Lake Palace is a beautiful example of 18th-century Indian luxury architecture, and is at present a five-star hotel that draws those who want to indulge in the comfort and luxury that the Indian royals are known for. To get to the hotel, you will get on a boat owned by the management from the banks of the lake.

The Golden Temple

The Golden Temple

Known in the local language as Harmandir Sahib, the Golden Temple is located in one of the most sacred Sikh sites in Amristar. The foundations of the majestic temple were originally built in the 16th century, and after 300 years, the gilt-covered upper stories were added. The Harmandir Sahib attracts millions of tourists and pilgrims every year.

The Kanha National Park

The Kanha National Park

The Kanha National Park is known for being one of the most breathtakingly scenic wildlife reserves in the continent. This park is also the best place for those who want to see the famed Indian tigers moving gracefully around and behind the lush meadows, thick bamboo forests, and steep ravines. It is said that the novel Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling was inspired by the beauty of Kanha.

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