Hodophile (Best Places to travel in India)

Bangalore: Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka is in the south-western part of Karnataka state. Being the 3rd largest city in India, it is an ethnically diverse and is the nerve centre of multicultural blend with 51% of its population from outside Bangalore. BANGALORE was renamed BENGALURU in 2010 and the localites call themselves BENGALUREANS or BENGALURENAVARU (as in Kannada). They proudly call this city ‘NAMMA BENGALURU’. Here is a list of things Bengaluru can be famous for: WEATHER The city elevated with almost 1000m above sea level, is neither very hot nor very cold. It experiences mild weather throughout the year. Even if there is scorching heat in the afternoon, it is compensated by rain in the evening which makes the Bengaluru weather a spectacular thing to experience. THE SCENIC BEAUTY Bengaluru is also called the garden city of India. Whether it is for a picnic day, family outing, some quality time for yourself, to exercise, read books, meditate or some sight-seei...

 Rishikesh:                     Rishikesh is a city in India’s northern state of Uttarakhand, in the Himalayan foothills beside the Ganges River. The river is considered holy, and the city is renowned as a center for studying yoga and meditation. Temples and ashrams (centers for spiritual studies) line the eastern bank around Swarg Ashram, a traffic-free, alcohol-free and vegetarian enclave upstream from Rishikesh town.           Rishikesh is a tehsil located in Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal region right on the banks of the holiest of Indian rivers, the Ganges. This ancient city has several mythological and religious legends associated with Lord Vishnu, Lord Bharat, and various prominent sages and is said to have been established in the 9th-century AD by Adi Shankaracharya. The scenic beauty of Rishikesh is due to its location at the foothills of the lofty Garhwal Himalayas is accentuated by the...

  Somnath temple:             The Somnath temple, also called Somanātha temple or Deo Patan, is located in Prabhas Patan, Veraval in Gujarat, India. One of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for the Hindus, they believe it to be the first among the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva.Reconstructed several times in the past after repeated destruction by several Muslim invaders and rulers, it is unclear when the first version of the Somnath temple was built. Estimates for the first Somnath temple vary between the early centuries of the 1st-millennium to about the 9th-century CE.The temple's history is a subject of disputes and remains controversial.      The Somnath temple was actively studied by colonial era historians and archaeologists in the 19th- and early 20th-century, when its ruins illustrated a historic Hindu temple in the process of being converted into an Islamic mosque.         The Somanatha...

 Ellora & Ajanta Caves:                     In the state of Maharashtra, you can explore the caves of both Ellora and Ajanta. At Ellora, there is an enormous complex of shrines carved from the rocky landscape. These 34 cave shrines are up to 1,500 years old, and they are from three distinct religions: Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism. Two hours away is Ajanta, which is also home to 29 caves. The Ajanta caves are covered in murals and paintings, most of which reflect Buddhist stories. While the two cave complexes are two hours away from one another, it is well worth visiting both to compare these incredible attractions. Ajanta and Ellora caves, considered to be one of the finest examples of ancient rock-cut caves, are located near Aurangabad in Maharashtra, India. Ajanta and Ellora caves complex is adorned with beautiful sculptures, paintings, and frescoes and include Buddhist monasteries, Hindu and Jain temples.   ...

 Ladakh:                                         In northernmost India, in the heavily disputed Kashmir region, is the mountainous destination of Ladakh. This region is large, but it has a low population density and a number of nomadic residents. Breathtaking, pristine scenery is a major draw to the area, but virtually all travelers will also spend time in the town of Leh. Ladakh is a magnificent and an unexplored wonderland of the Himalayas. It is one place that is considered as a heaven by everyone who is on a lookout to satiate their indomitable love for adventure. Besides trekking in Ladakh, you can indulge in a series of adventure sports such as biking, water rafting, safaris, etc. Also known as the ‘Land of Passes, Ladakh forms an alluring part of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in India.  The town is located at a very high elevation, and it is also home...

 Tirupati :                   Tirupati is a city in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Its Sri Venkateswara Temple sits atop one of the the 7 peaks of Tirumala Hills, attracting scores of Hindu pilgrims. Sri Venkateswara National Park, home to the temple, also contains the Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park with lions and primates. Nearby, next to a waterfall and cave believed to be sacred, Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.           The first temple at Tirumala Tirupati was built by King Thondaiman, Tamil ruler of the ancient Thondaimandalam. He is said to have built the original Gopuram (tower) and the Prakhara in the 8th century. The city became great Vaishnava centre during the time of Ramanujacharya in  11th century , from where Srivaishnavism spread to other parts of Andhra Desa.           Many people pray to God that, if their wi...

 Charminar:                   The Charminar constructed in 1591, is a monument and mosque located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. The landmark has become known globally as a symbol of Hyderabad and is listed among the most recognised structures in India.                Charminar is famous for  its intricate architecture , which makes it one of the most recognized structures of India. The surrounding Laad Bazaar and the 400 years old mosque on the top floor of Charminar make it famous amongst locals as well as the tourists.      The Charminar is a  monument and mosque in  Hyderabad, India. The structure was built in 1591 AD. It is the most famous building of Hyderabad and also one of the most famous buildings in India.        The monument was built in 1591 by  Muḥammad Qulī Quṭb Shah , the fifth king of the  Quṭb S...

 Akshardham Temple:                                                                    Swaminarayan Akshardham (New Delhi) is a Hindu temple, and spiritual-cultural campus in New Delhi, India. The temple is close to the border with Noida. Also referred to as Akshardham Temple or Akshardham Delhi, the complex displays millennia of traditional and modern Hindu culture, spirituality, and architecture.             'Akshardham' means the divine abode of God. It is hailed as an eternal place of devotion, purity and peace. Swaminarayan Akshardham at New Delhi is a Mandir – an abode of God, a Hindu house of worship, and a spiritual and cultural campus dedicated to devotion, learning and harmony. Timeless Hindu spiritual messages, vibrant devotional traditions...

 Golden Temple(Amritsar):         Golden Temple is also known as Sri Harmandir Sahib. The Golden temple is located in the holy city of the Sikhs, Amritsar. The Golden temple is famous for its full golden dome, it is one of the most sacred pilgrim spots for Sikhs. The Mandir is built on a 67-ft square of marble and is a two storied structure.The Golden Temple is a gurdwara located in the city of Amritsar, Punjab, India. It is the preeminent spiritual site of Sikhism. The gurdwara is built around a man-made pool that was completed by the fourth Sikh Guru, Guru Ram Das, in 1577. In 1604, Guru Arjan placed a copy of the Adi Granth in Harmandir Sahib. The organisation uses only 'pure gold' for the purpose of decorating the temple, so the 22 karat gold, which is collected by the committee is first purified into 24 karat gold; and then, gold plating is done on copper patras.     The organisation uses only 'pure gold' for the purpose of decorating the temple, ...

 Gateway of India:             Gateway of India, the best place to visit in Mumbai, was built in 1924 by George Willet to honor the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Mumbai. Visit this place in the early morning or late evening hours to enjoy the cool breeze of the sea with your family sans the crowd. Located next to the iconic Taj Mahal Palace and facing the vast Arabian Sea, the Gateway of India leaves you spellbound in every way possible. Take a ferry ride offered here to experience a stupendous view of this monument right from the sea and you can also visit other main attractions nearby.         The Gateway of India is an arch-monument built in the early 20th century in the city of Mumbai, India. It was erected to commemorate the landing of George V, the first British monarch to visit India, in December 1911 at Ramchandani Road near Shyamaprasad Mukherjee Chowk in Mumbai         The Gateway of India is...

Taj Mahal:                    The Taj Mahal is located on the right bank of the Yamuna River in a vast Mughal garden that encompasses nearly 17 hectares, in the Agra District in Uttar Pradesh. People widely consider it as one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. Located in the historical city of Agra, the Taj Mahal is called as the ‘symbol of love’. A wide range of visitors come around admiring the beauty of the monument and appreciate the architecture. Taj Mahal is known as the Crown of Palaces in Persian, giving a breathtaking sight to its aficionados.       Regarded as one of the finest illustrations of Mughal architecture in India, Taj Mahal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One of the best parts of visiting the Taj Mahal is to appreciate the elegance of aptness of extents and luxuriousness of geometrical prototypes of such gracefully done gardens that enhance the dignity of the Taj Mahal, adding glory to...

 Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple:            The  Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple  is a  Hindu temple  located in  Thiruvananthapuram , capital of the state  Kerala ,  India . The name of the city of 'Thiruvananthapuram' in  Tamil  and  Malayalam  translates to "The City of Lord Ananta", (The City Of  Lord Vishnu )  [1]  referring to the main deity of the temple. The temple is built in an intricate fusion of the  Chera style  and  Dravidian style  of architecture, featuring high walls, and a 16th-century  gopura . While the  Ananthapura temple  in  Kumbla  in  Kasaragod district  in Kerala is considered as the original spiritual seat of the deity ("Moolasthanam"), architecturally to some extent, the temple is a replica of the  Adikesava Perumal temple  in  Thiruvattar  in  Kanyakumari district  in  Ta...