5 Interesting Places That You Should Not Miss In India
India is an old civilization that is known for its variety, its beauty, its enchantment, and history, and is a tourist destination that is visited by enthusiasts from the four corners of the globe. This is a country that will evoke unexplainable emotions, as it is one of the most unforgettable places you could ever visit. Those who inhabit the country or the ones who have visited there several times will recommend the following 5 interesting places that you should not miss in India.
Agra – The Land of Architectural Wonders
There are so many places of interest if you visit Agra, but undoubtedly, there is no greater attraction than the Taj Mahal, a tomb, epitomizing the love of the great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for Mumtaz Mahal, classified as one of the seven original wonders of the world. It is a white domed building that has a skillfully designed interior, a most beautiful garden and a collection of other buildings, and has been accorded the status of a heritage site by the UNESCO. It is a tomb built in memory of his third wife by an emperor.
There is another building that is also a UNESCO World heritage site. It is the sister memorial and is known as the Agra Fort. It was first built in the 1000 and remodeled in the 1500s as a palace. About 13 kilometers from this fort is the tomb of Akbar. This is a red sandstone architectural wonder.
Khajuraho – The land of temple
Khajuraho is a small town in the district of Chhatarpur in Madhya Pradesh. It is famous for its temples of both Hindus and Jain. These temples are replete with carvings depicting human sexuality. It shows a mixture of religion and the origin of life. The temple carvings are very beautiful, and it is also a UNESCO world heritage site.
Shimla
Located on the Himalayas, Shimla speaks much of the colonial past, and has a number of neo-gothic buildings as vestiges. With a heavy forestry, Shimla have a very different look from the rest of India. “The Mall” is the place where all the tourists meet to shop and eat. There are plenty of clubs and bars so you can be sure of entertainment. The Christ Church is one the oldest churches in India, and the designs on its stained glass are something that you cannot find anywhere. You should also visit the Jakhu Hills, where you can find playful monkeys waiting to be fed.
Goa
If entertainment laced with fun and frolic is what beckons you, then a visit to Goa is indispensable, which, irrespective of being labeled as India’s smallest state, has a massive allure that will capture your imagination forever. Their golden beaches are irresistible to the myriads of tourists who find their heaven there. The Goa carnival, held in February, is wonderful and if you visit Goa at that time you can enjoy music, dance and lights for three days. This is the land of parties.
Nalanda – A Site for Buddhist Learning
Another truly historically important ancient destination is Nalanda, in the state of Bihar, where greatest attraction is the oldest university, which was the center for the Buddhist learning. It attracts scholars from far and wide. The old university has lovely structures and a massive gate. There are eight separate compounds and ten temples. There were places where you could meditate; there are many lakes and a huge library that is nine stories tall. The university has students from Korea, Japan, China, Tibet, Indonesia, Iran, and Turkey. The lord Buddha is supposed to have visited this place many times in the 12th century. The Nalanda Museum, the Surya Mandir, the Nav Nalanda Vihar and the Hiuen Tsang Memorial Hall are some of the places worth visiting.
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