Top Tourist Places and Pilgrimage sites to visit in India

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  • Top Tourist and Famous Pilgrimage sites in Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, Union Territory of India

    This Union Territory was formed in 2020 by merging the former Union Territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli with Daman and Diu. This UT is consists of three non-contiguous districts sharing borders with Gujrat and Maharashtra states near Arabian. This UT is known for Portuguese heritage, coastal tourism, tribal culture, historic forts, churches, beaches and scenic natural beauty. Daman and Diu attract tourists for sea beaches and colonial architecture, while Dadra and Nagar Haveli are famous for forests, wildlife, and tribal traditions. Daman city is capital of this Union Territory.

    District-wise Tourist Attractions in Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu:

    Tourist Attractions in Dadra and Nagar Haveli District:

    This district (HQ: Silvassa) located between Gujrat and Maharashtra states on western coast of India, is known for tribal heritage, wildlife and eco-tourism. Tribal culture and traditional handicrafts are special attractions for visitors. Key attractions are:

    • Vanganga Lake Garden: This scenic area offering lake, garden, bridges, boating facilities and peaceful surroundings is located at 5 kms from Silvassa city. It is popular for Bollywood shoots.
    • Vasona Lion Safari Wildlife Park: A Wildlife near Silvassa where visitors can observe Asiatic lions in a natural environment by ride of special safari vehicles.
    • Tribal Cultural Museum:  A museum inSilvassa displaying tribal lifestyle, culture, handicrafts and local traditions of Dhodia, Kokna and Varli tribes.
    • Dudhni Lake: Located nearDudhni at 40 Kms from Silvassa, it is a large waterfront area known as the “Kashmir of the West” and famous for speed boating, kayaking and scenic beauty.
    • Other Attractions: Swaminarayan Temple (Silvassa), Satmaliya Deer Park (Khanvel), Hira Van Garden (Piparia), Church of Our Lady of Piety (Silvassa).

    Tourist Attractions in Daman District:

    Daman district sharing border with Gujrat state is famous for its beaches, Portuguese-era forts, churches and coastal tourism. (HQ: Daman city) Key attractions are:

    • Devka Beach: A popular beach destination near Daman city, known for sea views, leisure tourism and amusement facilities.
    • Jampore Beach: Another popular beach near Daman city known for black sand, swimming, camel riding and water sports activities.
    • Moti Daman Fort: A historic Portuguese fort near Daman City housing churches, lighthouse and colonial-era buildings.
    • Bom Jesus Church: A famous Portuguese church admired for wooden carvings and religious importance in Miti Daman Fort.
    • Dominican Monastery: Monastery ruins reflecting Portuguese heritage and architecture near Daman city.
    • Other Attractions: Fort of St. Jerome & Church of Our lady of sea (Nani Daman Fort), Devka Beach, Mirasol Lake Garden.

    Tourist Attractions in Diu District:

    Diu district is a scenic island in Arabian sea near Kathiawar peninsula (also known as Saurashtra) of Gujrat state. Diu is known for its peaceful beaches, Portuguese architecture, historic forts and island tourism. (HQ: Diu city) Key attractions in Diu are:

    • Diu Fort: A historic sea fort near Diu city, famous for panoramic Arabian Sea views & Portuguese history and housing a lighthouse & ancient cannon.
    • Nagoa Beach: A much famous beaches in Diu, known for water sports, swimming, parasailing and palm-lined shores.
    • St. Paul’s Church: An old magnificent church in Diu, famous for baroque-style Portuguese architecture.
    • Naida Caves: Unique natural hidden cave formations and rock structures near Diu, popular among tourists and photographers.
    • Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple: A sacred sea facing Shiva temple near Diu, where sea waves naturally wash the five Shivlings.
    • INS Khukri Memorial: War memorial in Diu, dedicated to Indian Navy sailors martyred during the 1971 war.
    • Ghoghla Beach: A scenic ‘Blue Flag’ beach with water activities.

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  • Tourist Destinations and Religious Places in Manipur state of India

    Manipur is a scenic state of India known for its beautiful valleys, floating lakes, rich tribal culture, classical Manipuri dance, handloom and handicrafts and natural beauty.

    District-wise Best Tourist Attractions in Manipur:

    Tourist attractions in Imphal west district:

    Imphal West district (HQ: Lamphelpat) includes Imphal city, the cultural heart of Manipur and main tourism and pilgrimage center of the state, Key attractions are:

    • Imphal City: Imphal is vibrant city and capital of Manipur state, known for historical sites, temples, museums, and local markets.
    • Kangla Fort: Historic fort complex in the heart of Imphal city was the capital of Manipur’s ancient kings. This archaeological site features historical relics, traditional temples and sacred shrines. 
    • Manipur State Museum: Showcasing rich anthropological and tribal heritage of Manipur state.
    • Shree Govindajee Temple: A golden domed important Vaishnavite temple in Imphal city dedicated to Lord Krishna.
    • ISKCON Temple Imphal: A peaceful & modern Krishna temple in Imphal city, known for devotional activities and spiritual atmosphere.
    • Sanamahi Temple: An oldest important temple of the traditional Meitei religion and culture, near Kangla palace in Imphal city.
    • Imphal War Cemetery: A World War II memorial located in Imphal city and dedicated to soldiers who died in the Battle of Imphal.
    • Ima Keithel Market: A 500-year-old market in Imphal known as ‘Mother’s Market’ where everything from fresh produce to handwoven textiles are sold by women.

    Tourist attractions in Imphal East district:

    Imphal East headquartered in Porompat town is famous for Andro village, historic war cemeteries, ancient temples, nature beauty and cultural heritage. Key attractions in Imphal east are:

    • Andro village: A traditional village near Imphal city, famous for pottery, folk culture and heritage museums.
    • Sadu Chiru Waterfall: A scenic waterfall in forests, popular among nature lovers near Imphal city.
    • Sanamahi Kiyong Temple: An important pilgrimage site on Nongmaijing Hills dedicated to ancient Meitei deity, Lainingthou Sanamahi.
    • Sekta Archaeological Museum: An ancient archaeological site providing deep information of regional history.
    • Mahabali Temple: A famous Hanuman temple on the banks of Imphal river visited by devotees throughout the year, located near Kangla Palace.

    Tourist attractions in Bishnupur district:

    Bishnupur district headquartered in Bishnupur town is a major cultural and natural hub in Manipur state, key attractions are:

    • Loktak Lake: The large freshwater lake famous for floating islands called phumdis near Moirang town.
    • Keibul Lamjao National Park: World’s only floating national park and home to the rare Sangai deer, located near Moirang as part of Loktak Lake.
    • INA Memorial Complex: A memorial of first unfurled of INA flag on Indian soil located in Moirang town and dedicated to the Indian National Army and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.

    Tourist attractions in Ukhrul district:

    Ukhrul district headquartered in Ukhrul town known for Shirui Hills & the rare Shirui Lily flower, trekking & nature tourism, Key attractions are:

    • Ukhrul Town:  A scenic hill town known for Shirui Lily flowers and Tangkhul tribal culture.
    • Shirui Kashong Peak: Famous for the rare Shirui Lily flower and panoramic hill views near Ukhrul town.
    • Other Attractions: Khangkhui Caves (ancient limestone caves of stone age), Khayang waterfall, Kachouphung Lake (scenic lake in Achuwa Magi Hills), Nillai Tea Estate (Organic green tea production, in Talui), Hundung Mangva Cave.

    Tourist attraction in Chandel district:

    Chandel district (HQ: Chande) is border district near Myanmar, known for scenic hills, forests, and cultural diversity. Key attraction is the Yangoupokpi-Lokchao Wildlife Sanctuary located near Moreh town, known for rich biodiversity, forests, medicinal plants and rare wildlife species.

    Tourist attractions in Tengnoupal district:

    Tengnoupal district (HQ: Tengnoupal) is known for mountain landscapes and the border town of Moreh. Key attractions in Tengnoupal district are:

    • Moreh town:  An Indo-Myanmar border town offering vibrant international markets, cross boarder shopping and nearby scenic hills.
    • Other Attractions: Tengnoupal Viewpoint, Indo-Myanamar Friendship gate, Langol Peak Garden.

    Tourist attractions in Senapati district:

    Senapati district (HQ: Senapati) is popular for Mao hills, Dzükou Valley and pleasant climate, key attractions are:

    • Dzükou Valley: A stunning valley near Mao town, known for seasonal flowers, endemic Dzukp Lily, trekking, and green hills.
    • Liyai Khullen : A scenic village at the origin of Barak River and home to historical monoliths and ancient stone pools.
    • Sadhu Chiru Waterfalls: A scenic cascading waterfall.
    • Yangkhullen: A Zemei Naga village atop a steep hill offering glimpse of traditional social life.

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  • Top Tourist Attractions and Pilgrimage Places in Chandigarh.

    Chandigarh is a beautiful and well planed city which the capital of two Indian states of Punjab and Haryana. Places of tourist attractions in Chandigarh are:

    Nek Chand’s Rock Garden:

    This Rock Garden is a sculpture garden and its each corner is a piece of art, which is a must visit location for tourist to this city. It is located near to Sukhna Lake.   

     Sukhna Lake:

    Sukhna Lake is the most beautiful manmade lakes in India and is a must visit location for tourist to this city, which is a hub for numerous activities including boating.

    Zakir Hussain Rose Garden:

    This is a Rose Garden of about 30 acres located in the Sector 16 area, where visitors can see more than 1600 species of roses and other plants.

    Chhatbir Zoo:

    This zoo also known as Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park is made in about 500 acre is a wildlife park as a home to animals brought from different parts of the country.

    Government Museum and Art Gallery:

    This is a Government Museum and Art Gallery created after the partition of India and Pakistan, where you will see the incredible collection brought to India from Central Museum in Lahore.

     International Dolls Museum:

    International Dolls Museum, Chandigarh is a place dedicated to dolls and has a vast collection of beautiful dolls and puppets including collections from different parts of the world likes Russia, Denmark,Germany, Korea,Spain etc. 

    Fun City Waterpark:

    Fun City Waterpark, Chandigarh is the biggest waterparks in North India and has several water slides and rides, so it is a must visit picnic spots.

    Sector 17 Market:

    This market located in Sector 17 in Chandigarh is a famous market of Chandigarh has a range of brands, vendors, hawkers and restaurants.

    Cactus Garden:

    This Cactus Garden named as National Cactus and Succulent Botanical Garden and Research Centre is located in Panchkula at about 10 km from Chandigarh. There are more than 3,000 species of plants including a distinctive bonsai collection, primarily cactus.

    Butterfly Park:

    Butterfly Park of Chandigarh is a park of about 7 Acres is managed by the Forest and Wildlife Department of Chandigarh and has more than 30 species of butterflies. This garden has many beautiful flowers along with host plants and there is also an aquatic plant section which attracts tourists

    Mansa Devi Temple:

    Mansa Devi Temple located in Panchkula near Chandigarh is a popular temple visited by a large number of devotees. 

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