From snowy mountains to shiny deserts, amazing lakes to dazzling beaches, historical palaces to forts- India has exceptional things for you! Whether you want to spend quality time with your loved ones in peace or practice some spiritual healing, India is the place where American tourists should visit once in a lifetime. You can enjoy the different cultures of various religions, stories of historical monuments, and a mixture of everything on tours to India.
Here is the list of 10 Places Every American Tourist should Visit in India -
1. Agra
On your golden triangle tour India, you’ll come across this beautiful monument, which requires no introduction. Taj Mahal is a historical monument depicting love and devotion with beautiful architecture. It hits the list of “7 Wonders of the World”, and describes the magnificence of the Mughal era! We cannot believe that any tourist who visits India, don’t visit the Taj Mahal. Situated in a brimming place with culture and tradition, Agra offers tourists to revisit the past and enjoy an incredible view of this elegant and mesmerizing fort of the Mughal Empire.
Besides the Taj Mahal, you can visit popular gardens around the city and places like Kinri Bazar, Itmad-Ud-Daulah, etc.
2. Leh Ladakh
Leh Ladakh is located in the Indian states of Jammu and Kashmir nestled between the snowy mountains and green lushes. This place is a must-visit trip once in a lifetime for many as the serenity and tranquil you’ll get to see in Leh Ladakh is unmatchable. It is also known as “Little Tibet” because the dominance of Buddhism is more in this place. Places like Shanti Stupa, Pangong Lake, Leh Palace are some of the amazing places that you should visit.
3. Sikkim
Encircled by Nepal, Chine, and Bhutan, Sikkim is one of the least populated and smallest states of India that is located in the North-Eastern part of the country. Covered by beautiful mountains and a rich mixture of Tibet and Buddhist culture, Sikkim should be on the list of must-visit of the Americans. Nestled at the base of the Himalayas with the Teesta River flowing beside it, the beauty of Sikkim is absolutely stunning and eye-catching. Visit Gangtok the capital of the state, Pelling town, Tsomgo Lake to capture the spectacular view of the Himalayas and Rumtek.
4. Kerala
This place is referred to as “God’s own country” because Kerala will sift you through many untouched beaches along with some effective Ayurvedic resorts to rejuvenate yourself from city life. This state is blessed by Mother Nature as along with shiny beaches you’ll find absolute greenery. Soak the natural energy and enjoy the peace, Kerala is a one-stop destination for Americans who are on family tour or with friends. Some of the popular beaches of Kerala include Varkala, Kovalam and to enjoy the peace you can visit the holy temples with great architecture.
5. Manali
One of the popular hill station destinations across the country is Manali, located in Himachal Pradesh. You will find this beautiful and breathtaking place between Pir Panjal and Dauladhar ranges of the Himalayas. It is a complete tour package offering adventure, serenity, and tranquillity that one requires when holidaying with their family or loved ones. The amazing weather of Manali is the major attraction of this place followed by many holy sites, Gurudwaras, which allure the tourist to explore the unique culture of this place.
6. Darjeeling
Enclosed by green lush tea plantations and overflowing with culture and beauty, Darjeeling is the top tourist destination located in West Bengal. These hill stations have a lot of attractions some of which include Darjeeling Railways, world heritage sites, Buddhist monastery, Japanese Peace Pagoda, and trekking destinations. Popular for its tea, Happy Valley Tea Estate is one of the major tourist attractions in Darjeeling.
7. Jaipur
Recognized as the sea of forts and palaces, Jaipur is the icon representing the rule of various Kings happens in India over centuries. This is a major attraction of Americans as it offers amazing, beautiful, and loyalty palaces and hospitality. You can enjoy the stay in palaces as many of the palaces have turned down to hotels that offer a pinch of ancient revolution. You can explore multiple places like Amer, City Palace, and Jaigarh fort, Jantar Mantar Observatory, which is a world heritage site.
8. Andaman and Nicobar islands
This is worth remembering the place when you are on a tour to India as Andaman and Nicobar Islands are way too amazing. Mouthwatering seafood, water sports, and luxurious resorts are a few attractions of this place overflowing turquoise water. A blend of everything, Andaman and Nicobar Islands offer a great experience to tourists with its great hospitality, serenity, clean waters, and delicious food.
9. Mount Abu
Mount Abu is the one only hill station in Rajasthan that offers great relief to tourists during summer when the sun throws its strong heat on this place. Naturally rich in wildlife and forests, Mount Abu holds a great significance in terms of spirituality for Jains and Hindus. Besides the holy sites and temples, Mount Abu also offers a thrilling experience to nature lovers with multiple trekking and mountain climbing activities. So every American should explore Mount Abu to the fullest to enjoy the pure serenity and tranquillity.
10. Rishikesh
A spiritual hub, Rishikesh offers a tourist amazing landscape that involves hills, valleys, and mesmerizing lakes. It is an ideal destination for American tourists who are seeking peace and want to heal themselves with natural processes like Yoga or meditation. As Rishikesh is packed with Ashrams filled with peace and tranquil, one of the popular among them is “Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram”. Besides spirituality, Rishikesh also offers great sports activities like bungee jumping, row boating, and mountain climbing for people who are seeking thrill in this place.