Top Ten Things To Do While Traveling In India

India has always managed to hold the imagination of travelers worldwide. It is a land of fine beauty, culture and heritage. With our awesome and affordable holiday packages for India, Check out this list of the various things that you can do while in India.

1. Majestic Monument

You cannot go to India without seeing the Taj Mahal in Agra. While you are there, don’t miss the Agra Fort to get a further understanding of what the Emperor’s life was like in the 17th Century.

2. Take the Train

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway was the first hill passenger railway. It is a Unesco World Heritage Site and is worth the breathtaking views of the mountains as you climb up through these grandiose hills and even glimpse Mount Everest.

3. Give Your Taste Buds A Flavor Of Some Awesome Street Food

Some of India’s greatest foods are found in the streets. To feel, and eat, like a local, don’t be afraid to try one, or a few, of the many food carts and stalls. Discover regional dishes and let your taste buds go wild.

4. Is Shangri La Real?

In fact, it is. Shangri La is a mountain next to Khardung La in the Ladakh region. Not only is this heaven situated there but also some beautiful, refreshing, lakes to take a swim in and visit unspoiled monasteries.

5. Dare to Cross

Cherrapunji is home to some of India’s lushest forests. It is said that they are the wettest place on earth and, deep in the woods, are living root bridges. Not only can you cross these passages but trekking through the jungle will also enable you to meet some indigenous tribes and see how they live.

6. Spellbinding World Heritage Sites

Near Aurangabad are Ellora and Ajanta Caves. Both World Heritage Sites, the former is described as having the epitome of Indian rock-cut architecture with sculpted monuments now open to visitors. Meanwhile, the latter are covered in paintings and sculptures which are some of the finest examples of Indian art.

7. Watch the Stars

Go camping in the desert for at least a night. Travel by camel to get a complete experience of what the culture is like in this rugged landscape and see the crystal clear night sky sparkling with stars as far as the eyes can see.

8. Groove To The Indian Tune

Through India’s various regions, music and dance are still widely used as art form and story telling. Each part of the country produces different sounds from their main instruments, such as the sitar, and uses different dance forms and wonderful costumes and gestures.

9. Discover Indian Wildlife

India is home to over 70 National Parks and 400 Wildlife Sanctuaries. Wherever you may be staying for your Volunteer project, seek one of them out and learn about the local wildlife. If you travel around the country you may get a chance to see various species of tigers or elephants.

10. Color Me Holi

In the spring (March or February), Indians celebrate Holi, also known as the festival of colors or of love. It is a Hindu festival at its roots but most people in India now celebrate it. Run around with local residents for a massive fight that may leave you soaked and multicolored.