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India Holidays - A Complete Family Destination

Embedded with the rich heritage and culture that is the relics of its history, India possesses the vast, never ending list of archeological edifices and legacy to be looked at.

Embedded with the rich heritage and culture that is the relics of its history, India possesses the vast, never ending list of archeological edifices and legacy to be looked at. Beginning with the awestruck beauty of Jammu and Kashmir, India spell bounds its tourists and creates a periphery of its magic till the time, exploring India doesn’t get over. The visualization of the Indian cities as well as monuments attracts its abundant visitors every year. Fascinating sights and the exclusive beauty of India needs to be cherished in personal. Its customs, food, villages and mausoleums with other interesting facets make it stand apart from the rest of the world. It is one of the best terrains in the world endowing beautiful and significant structures.

A visit to this enthralling country requires the knowledge about places to be visited. The major centers of attractions are - Taj Mahal, in Agra, known to be an essence of love, built by Shahjahan in the memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz, carries an inscrutable charm with it.

Delhi, capital of India, also known as hub of elite shopping malls and eating joints, has many historical monuments like India Gate, Red Fort. Qutub Minar, Rashtrapati Bhawan and lots more.

Rajasthan, a state of majesty and royalty, encompasses elegant forts, tortuously carved temples and attractively built Mahals. It houses many royal cities like Jaipur- the Pink City, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and many others featuring the golden beauty of the deserts.

Varanasi, earlier knows as Banaras, is recognized for its serene pious significance. It is a meeting point for the three holy and divine rivers- Ganges, Yamuna and Brahmaputra.

Mumbai, the heart of India and commercial capital for trade and business, known for the Gateway of India, caves of Ajanta and Ellora, Chowpatty and beautiful beaches on the seashore.

Goa, city of beaches, is worth visiting if you are a beach lover. A tropical paradise crowned with the tranquil beaches with the adventurous water sports.

Kerala, god’s own country, located between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea, is known for its pristine backwaters, artistic churches and Ayurvedic spas. 

Other places that hit the visitors list are national park and wildlife sanctuaries- Ranthambore, Kanha, Kaziranga, Gir forest- which provides habitat for the endangered and rare species of birds and animals and corporeal rock carvings of Khajuraho, marvelously constructed Stupas and temples of South India like Mahabalipuram.

For all this, you need an experienced and professional leader to guide the excursion! India is a fusion of various religions, rituals and languages at a single place jeweled with the gems of hills and beaches, snow and deserts, dance and music, art and architecture. The magnificent hotels and mansions will give you the feeling of royal highness. The vibrant festivals of India will paint your heart with the colors of joy and excitement. India is a blend of colossal physical diversity, spiritualism, civilization and equality. Apart from the inherited cultural heritage, India is rich in the exotic food delicacies. In every part of the country, you will find the fine restaurants and multi cuisine hotels to experience the taste of moth watering traditional food.

India Holidays are a break from routine of boring and monotonous activities that will enhance your mental and physical metabolism. It will give you a ray of bliss while exploring this multifaceted, multicultural and peace loving country. Holidays in India are a spiritual and peaceful tryst with charismatic charm that can’t be forgotten for the whole life. So, be ready to go around the splendid natural grandeur of the India.

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