15 incredible places to visit in India before you die! Part 2

In continuation with our last post (15 incredible places to visit in India before you die), this is part 2, check out the remaining places on our list.

Udaipur, Rajasthan

And we wind up this list by doffing our hat to the beautiful city of lakes. Nestled in the arms of the Aravali Hills, Udaipur, with its shimmering lakes and majestic palaces, lives up to its reputation of being one of the most romantic destinations in the world.

Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

Once an important city along the ancient trade route connecting India to Egypt, Arabia and Persia, Jaisalmer retains much of its past glory making it a must-visit.

Jaipur, Rajasthan

The beauty of Jaipur is as much in its architecture as it is in its culture… both of which owe their roots to Sawai Jai Singh II and his family that continue to command respect even to this day!

Jodhpur, Rajasthan

There are forts and then there is Mehrangarh. That is all you need to know about Jodhpur.

Rann of Kutch, Gujarat

If you can appreciate the beauty in Ladakh’s barrenness, the Rann of Kutch takes it a notch higher.

Mumbai, Maharashtra

The city that never sleeps, the city that embraces everyone that arrives at its doorsteps, the city that we call home… Mumbai is the city where dreams do indeed come true!

Gokarna, Karnataka

Gokarna has everything that Goa has minus the crowds. Still wondering why it should be on your list?

Coorg, Karnataka

The idyllic hill station Karnataka insists on sticking its thumb to the country of tea drinkers by producing some of the best coffee beans in the world. Thank you, Coorg!

Mysore, Karnataka

We’ll leave you with this photo of the Mysore Palace. Because every once in a while, the picture should do the talking.

Ziro – An Escape For The Peace Seekers
This is where you find the ultimate peace and quiet

Silent, serene, and splendid is what Ziro is synonymous with. Though this picturesque town is popular across the world for its famous Ziro Festival, most of the destination still remains unexplored to a large extent. From the rice fields to the misty mountains, Ziro is indeed one of the must-visit Indian tourist places.

Best time to visit: Throughout the year.

How to reach

By air: Jorhat Airport is the nearest airport to Ziro which is located at a distance of about 98 kms.
By rail: Naharlagun is the nearest railway station to Ziro which is located at a distance of about 100 kms.
By road: The best option by road is to hire a cab or taxi from Jorhat or Guwahati. The journey takes about 7 hours to reach Ziro from there. However, one can also board the state-run buses from the capital city of Itanagar.

Darjeeling – Home Of The Thrilling Himalayan Railway
A destination renowned across the world for its varieties of teas

Considered to be the most frequented tourist destinations in India, Darjeeling is a common name in the houses of those who love chai more than anything else. Renowned across the world for its varieties of tea, Darjeeling effortlessly charms everyone with its refreshing greens and soothing blues.

Best time to visit: February to March and September to December
How to reach

By air: Bagdogra Airport is the nearest airport to Darjeeling which is 38 kms away.
By rail: New Jalpaiguri is the nearest railhead to Darjeeling at a distance of just 62 kms.
By road: One can board one of the regular buses that run from Siliguri to Darjeeling on daily basis. However, there are many buses that frequently travel to Darjeeling from nearby cities of Kurseong, Kalimpong, and more.

Mahabaleshwar – Relish The Best Of Western Ghats
The land of exhilarating peaks and delicious strawberries

Considered to be one of the most picturesque tourist destinations in India, Mahabaleshwar is one of the refreshing retreats that Western Ghats has to offer to the travelers. From the cascading waterfalls to the lush green ghats, your visit to Mahabaleshwar will be wrapped in mist and guided by the clouds.

Best time to visit: October to June
How to reach

By air: New Pune International Airport is the nearest airport to Mahabaleshwar located at a distance of just 136 kms.
By rail: Wathar is the nearest railway station located to Mahabaleshwar at a distance of about 60 kms.
By road: There are regular buses that run from the common places in Mumbai like that of Vashi, Dadar East, and Sion till Mahabaleshwar.

Pondicherry – The Quaint Little French Beach Town
Get a glimpse of the French colonial heritage in this beautiful town

Much famed to be the French Riviera of the East, Pondicherry or Puducherry happens to be one of the famous tourist places in India for those who are looking forward to a laid-back beach vacation. Witness the beautiful culture of this quaint little French town and savouring the delicious seafood is a must when in Pondy.

Best time to visit: October to March
How to reach

By air: Chennai airport is the nearest airport to Pondicherry which is located at a distance of 125 kms when traveled via the East Coast Road (ECR).
By rail: Villupuram Railway Junction is the closest railhead to Pondicherry located at a distance of just 37 kms.
By road: Pondicherry is the most accessible via the ECR road from the neighboring cities of Chennai, Coimbatore, Bangalore, Madurai, Trichy, and Egmore.

Kodaikanal – The Princess Of Southern Hill Stations
A suitable destination for friends, family, couples, and all alike

Literally translating into “the gift of the forests”, Kodaikanal is one of the richest blessings of nature that the state of Tamil Nadu has received. Lush forests encircled by the hills, and filled with cascading waterfalls and pillar formations, Kodaikanal is undoubtedly one of the best places to visit in India before you die.

Best time to visit: September to May
How to reach

By air: Located at a distance of about 120 kms, Madurai airport is the nearest airstrip to Kodaikanal.
By rail: The railway station of Kodai Road is the nearest railhead to Kodaikanal at a distance of 100 kms.
By road: Kodaikanal has frequent bus services from the nearby cities Ooty, Coimbatore, Madurai, Trichy, Bangalore, Chennai, and Kochi.

Ooty – Meet The Queen Of The Nilgiri Mountains
The most popular hill station of southern India

Much famed as Udhagamandalam amongst the locals, Ooty is one of the most popular and frequented holiday destinations in India. Home to mighty rock mountains, the thrilling Nilgiri Mountain Railway, refreshing gardens, and dangerous hair-pin bends, Ooty never fails to charm the travelers with its magic.

Best time to visit: March to June
How to reach

By air: Coimbatore International Airport is the nearest airport to Ooty located at a distance of just 88 kms.
By rail: Coimbatore Junction is also the nearest railhead to Coimbatore at a distance of just 88 kms.
By road: Ooty has regular bus services from the nearby cities and towns of Coonoor, Mettupalayam, Coimbatore, Trichy, and Chennai.

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