India is a country in South Asia. It is the 7th largest country by area, the most populous country as of June 2023, and from its independence in 1947, the world’s most populous democracy. India is a landlocked country in the south of Asia, except for its vast coastline. The Indian Ocean washes its southern shores, while the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal hug its southwestern and southeastern sides, respectively. To the north, India shares land borders with several countries: China, Nepal, and Bhutan form its northern neighbors. To the east, Bangladesh and Myanmar border India. Pakistan sits to India’s west. In the Indian Ocean, India is near Sri Lanka and the Maldives its Andaman and Nicobar Islands share a maritime border with Thailand, Myanmar, and Indonesia.
Top 10 places to visit in India
1. Lakshadweep
Lakshadweep settled off the Kerala coast on the Laccadive Sea, Lakshadweep translates to a hundred thousand islands. A club of 36 atolls and coral reefs, the nature tourism destination is known for preserved ecology and water sports. Things to do in Lakshadweep
- Agatti
- Minicoy
- Kadmath
2. Leh
Leh located at a height of 11,500 feet, Leh finds a place in the bucket list of many travel enthusiasts. It will leave you in awe with its iconic monasteries and picturesque landscapes. Places you can visit in Leh
- Leh Palace
- Shanti Stupa
- Gurudwara Pathar Sahib
3. Gokarna
Gokarna Home to pristine beaches bordered by swaying palms and renowned Hindu shrines, Gokarna is an unspoilt temple town in Karnataka. It lies close to popular tourist destinations like Goa, Mangalore and Hubli. Places to visit in Gokarna
- Mahabaleshwar Temple Near Gokarna
- Food Tour
- Om Beach
4. Srinagar
Srinagar, Jahangir’s ‘heaven on earth’, Srinagar offers the picturesque Dal Lake, breathtaking mountain views, stunning Mughal gardens and sprawling orchards. Places to visit in Srinagar
- Mughal Gardens
- Dal Lake
- Shankaracharya Hill Srinagar
5. Havelock Island
Havelock Island, Also known as Swaraj Island, Havelock Island is a part of Ritchie’s Archipelago in the Andamans. Its dazzling white sand beaches and fascinating coral reefs are admired by nature lovers worldwide. Places to visit on Havelock Island
- Cellular Jail
- Radhanagar Beach
- Elephant Beach
6. Pondicherry
Pondicherry, a fascinating, small town with enough elements to charm its visitors, Pondicherry whose official name was changed to Puducherry in 2006, was once the largest French colony in India. Places to visit in Pondicherry
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram
- Basilica Of The Sacred Heart Of Jesus Pondicherry
- Promenade Beach
7. Goa
Goa popularly known as India’s party capital, Goa seduces travellers from all around the globe with its boho beaches, ancient churches, majestic forts and unbeatable nightlife. Places to visit in Goa
- Aguada Fort
- Basilica of Bom Jesus
- Dudhsagar Waterfalls
8. Manali
Manali, nestled on the banks of River Beas, Manali will take your breath away with its snow-kissed peaks, lush valleys and heart-pumping adventure experiences in the heart of the Himalayas. Places to visit in Manali
- Manikaran Sahib
- Hidimba Devi Temple
- Rohtang Pass
9. Alleppey
Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, Alleppey will take your breath away with its emerald green backwaters, palm-fringed lakes and beautiful stretches of lush paddy fields in the heart of Kerala. Places to visit in Alleppey
- Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple Alleppey
- Visit Alappuzha Lighthouse
- Tour Krishnapuram Palace
10. Varkala
Varkala, Flaunting one of the best cliff beaches in Kerala, Varkala is a lesser-known yet absolutely paradisiacal destination that houses forts, pilgrimage sites, springs, natural fisheries and more. Places to visit in Alleppey
- Varkala Beach
- Janardhana Swamy Temple
- Kappil Lake
These are the top 10 destinations you must explore during your visit to India.
