Western India blessed with everything that you could desire. Vast stretches of palm-fringed beaches, exciting party destinations, grand ruins, beautiful caves, vibrant markets, ancient forts and mouth-watering seafood. Mumbai is sure to lure you with its colonial architecture, spice bazaars, and cosmopolitan lifestyle. However, don’t lose yourself in that glitz and glamour for it also holds alluring secrets like those ancient art displays housed in the Elephanta rock cave.
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To the north of Mumbai lies the beautiful state of Gujarat, birthplace of the great Mahatma. Dominated by desert plains and rocky coastlines, Gujarat is the perfect spot to see the rare Asiatic lion at the Gir National Park. Not many pilgrimage sites can stand up to the charms of Mount Girnar, an ancient volcano that offers one of the most compelling journeys into the history and culture of Western India. Climbing 5000 steps to get to the top is a tough ask, but it is a breath-taking adventure nonetheless, one that promises grand views, cave shrines, and 2000-year-old artefacts. Stop by Lotal, a popular Indus-Valley site, to uncover remains of an ancient civilisation that flourished thousands of years ago. Explore Ashoka inscriptions that were carved in the rock as early as the 3rd century BC. The options are endless!
Climbing 5000 steps to get to the top is a tough ask, but it is a breath-taking adventure nonetheless, one that promises grand views, cave shrines, and 2000-year-old artefacts. Stop by Lotal, a popular Indus-Valley site, to uncover remains of an ancient civilisation that flourished thousands of years ago. Explore Ashoka inscriptions that were carved in the rock as early as the 3rd century BC. The options are endless!
Before ending your tour, head over to Goa, where the sands turn into the most beautiful shade of gold and Portuguese architecture beckons you in all its beauty. This is perhaps the best place in the country to relax, enjoy some grand music and truly have a blast with people from all over the world.
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Maharashtra the second most visited state in the country. Considering that it hosts Mumbai, the most cosmopolitan city in the country, and is located close to Goa, the party capital of India, it is easy to understand why. While the concrete jungles, cosmo lifestyles, luxe restaurants and exotic nightclubs would have you believe otherwise, the state’s real beauty lies in its outstanding monasteries and caves.
moreA stronghold of Jainism, the home of Gandhi, the father of the nation and his message of peace. Here history goes back to the days when Gods dallied with mortals; it goes back to the days of Buddhism in India and where a small boy called Nilkanth Varni started his 7-year journey across India. Gujarat is also home to the endangered Asiatic Lion and Wild Ass. This state is also known for its masonry work, delicious cuisine and handicrafts like mirror work and silver jewellery. Home to a unique area called the Great Rann of Kutch.
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