For every individual in India, the previous year has been fantastic. India was selected to preside over the current G20 conferences. Due to this, India has the opportunity to hold events around the nation and show off its culture and legacy to tourists from across the globe.
India picked a few of its historic and culturally significant cities to do this. Here is a list of the cities that anybody who is a citizen of this nation should visit at least once.
1. Kolkata, West Bengal
The capital of the state of West Bengal and the "City of Joy" has a long history and is known as India's cultural hub. The Writer's Building, Raj Bhavan, and Victoria Memorial Hall are just a few of the outstanding historical structures in this city. This city has the largest Durga Puja celebrations.
Nearest Airport: Netajii Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport
2. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
This is the oldest city in the world and still has tremendous spiritual, cultural, and historical significance. It is situated on the banks of the holy river Ganga. This city, also known as "Kashi," is one of the holiest places for Hindus to visit and is equipped with ashrams, temples, historic domes, and much more.
Nearest Airport : Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport
3. Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh
One of the several UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the nation is this little town close to the boundary between Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. It is well-known for its intricately carved temples honoring the Jain patriarchs, Shiva, and Vishnu.
Nearest Airport : Khajuraho International Airport
4. Pune, Maharashtra
This Deccan capital serves as a hub for higher learning and is home to several universities. Additionally, it is a culturally rich city that still encourages classical music, dances, and traditional stage plays, as well as being a magnet for IT job seekers. The city's historical landmarks include Shaniwarwada, the Aga Khan Palace, the Kasba Ganpati Temple, and others.
Nearest Airport : Pune International Airport
5. Kumarakom, Kerala
This stunning tiny town is bordered by backwaters in one of the most picturesque states in the nation, and it is teeming with migrating bird flocks, pure blue skies, coconut palms, sparkling water, and mangrove trees. A bird sanctuary and a collection of islands on Lake Vembanad are located in this dreamland.
Nearest Airport : Cochin International Airport
6. Rann of Kutch, Gujarat
The biggest salt desert in the world, this white desert is thought to be situated in the western section of the nation. This area is a mash-up of civilizations, as represented by the tribal groups from various states and sections of the nation. It has mosques and the Swaminarayan Temple, and from November to February each year, it hosts the "Rann Utsav" festival.
Nearest Airport : Bhuj Airport
7. Udaipur, Rajasthan
Some of the most renowned forts, palaces, and lakes in the world may be found in this "City of Lakes." Discover the pinnacle of aristocracy in this city overlooking Lake Pichola. The opulent Lake Palace on Lake Pichola, Lake Jaisamand, the second-largest artificial lake in Asia, and City Palace, the second-largest palace in India, are well-known attractions. The Mewar and Kumbhalgar Festivals draw numerous visitors from all over the world each year.
Nearest Airport : Maharana Pratap Airport
8. Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
This city on the eastern coast, which is mostly thought of as an industrial center, is here to dispel all stereotypes about it. This area, also known as Vizag, is home to much more than just beaches. Examples include the Buddhist sites at Thotlakonda, Bavikondsa, Bojjannakonda, Simhachalam Temple, and Eraamatti Dibbalu and Borra Caves.
Nearest Airport : Visakhapatnam International Airport
While we are happy that India will be hosting the G20 summits this year, we are also eager to share our culture, heritage, customs, and everything else we have to offer with tourists from across the world.
Why shouldn't we, as the inhabitants of this lovely country, likewise appreciate the beauty and delight in our culture when we present it to the outside world?
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