Title: Visit India: Best of India Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [India Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-India.d80.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in India](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-India.d80.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[India Flights](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-India.d80.Flight-Destinations)[India Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-India.d80.Car-Rental-Destinations)[India Vacations](https://expedia.ca/India.d80.Destination-Travel-Guides) # India ## Travel Guide ![Golden Temple featuring heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97696-Amritsar.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gateway of India which includes heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97450-Mumbai.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![India](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97694-Amritsar.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![India](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97407-Rajasthan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ranthambore National Park which includes 4-wheel driving](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97420-Rajasthan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Fall under the spell of this vast, intoxicating country, which promises enchanting palaces, meandering rivers, imposing forts, dynamic cities and exotic spicy foods. From the palm-fringed beach resorts of Goa to the sprawling Bollywood city of Mumbai, India offers a broad spectrum of experiences. Visit the colored palaces of Jaipur, the leafy tea plantations of Darjeeling and the thousands of temples in the river city of Varanasi. Glimpses of India’s colorful history under the rule of the French, British, Portuguese and Dutch can be seen throughout the country, with the cities such as Kolkata, Kochi and Pondicherry all endowed with impressive colonial architecture. Admire ornate forts, temples and palaces in every corner of the country to truly appreciate India’s diverse appeal. India’s most famous monument is the Taj Mahal, a colossal mausoleum built by a Mughal emperor in the 17th century as a shrine to his favorite wife. Avoid the midday heat and come in the morning instead, when the complex is bathed in an attractive pinkish light. Another notable monument is Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi, the first ever garden-tomb built on the Indian subcontinent. For a fast-paced adventure ride, try whitewater rafting down the Ganges River. Book an organized trip during spring or summer and camp on the shores of the river. Around 7 miles (11 kilometers) from Jaipur sits the Amer Fort, one of the most famous forts of Rajasthan. Marvel at the magnificent Sun Gate and the so-called “magic flower,” a fresco carved out of marble. Head to Harmandir Sahib, a shining gold Sikh temple jutting out into a serene pool in Amritsar. This temple is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Sikhs and has been rebuilt several times since it was first constructed in 1604. Two main airports service India: Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi and Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai, although many other smaller airports run domestic flights. Make use of India’s many public transportation options, which include buses, trains, jeeps and rickshaws, although be aware that schedules are rarely adhered to. Let yourself be consumed by the sights, sounds and smells of this exhilarating country. ### Popular places to visit ![Taj Mahal showing a monument, heritage architecture and mist or fog](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/62000/62067-Taj-Mahal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taj Mahal The white mausoleum for Shah Jahan’s third wife is a timeless, ingenious work of art. Decorative carvings, stone inlays and mosaics inspire awe of Mughal culture. [](https://expedia.ca/Taj-Mahal-Taj-Ganj.d6126828.Vacation-Attraction) ![Golden Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage elements as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97940-Golden-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Temple Admire magnificent temples, listen to the infectious sounds of devotional chants and experience a sense of inspiring tranquility at Sikhism’s holiest shrine. [](https://expedia.ca/Golden-Temple-Old-City.d6106752.Vacation-Attraction) ![Photo provided by India Tourism, New York Office](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/475000/475397-Mysore-Palace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by India Tourism, New York Office](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/475000/475397-Mysore-Palace.jpg) #### Mysore Palace A sound-and-light show tells the 400-year-old history of Mysore at this magnificent palace, which is decorated with art collections and opulent Hindu temples. [](https://expedia.ca/Mysore-Palace-Mysore.d6104860.Vacation-Attraction) ## Regions in India ![Ashvem Beach featuring landscape views, a sandy beach and tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/68000/68018-Goa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Goa Explore India’s smallest state to discover heritage architecture, prehistoric art, stunning national parks and a delectable recipe for spicy fish curry. [](https://expedia.ca/Goa.dx6049928) ![Lake Palace showing a sunset, boating and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97412-Rajasthan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rajasthan A desert landscape, historic architecture, mountain scenery and sacred pilgrimage sites feature in this captivating destination in northwestern India. [](https://expedia.ca/Rajasthan.dx500580) ![Ooty showing a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97373-Tamil-Nadu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tamil Nadu Take advantage of the cultural and natural treasures of this southern Indian state. Explore old temples, tour colorful bazaars and photograph big cats. [](https://expedia.ca/Tamil-Nadu.dx6049947) ![Manek Chowk showing markets and food](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97431-Gujarat.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gujarat Come to India's westernmost state to be enthralled by its breathtaking scenery, temples, forts, palaces, shrines and exciting outdoor adventures. 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