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Best places to visit in India

A trip to India guarantees a real change of scene and the presence of a big cultural shock in many senses. Smells, colours, heat and the crowds disturb perceptions and upset your emotions. India can leave you with unforgettable memories if you are well prepared.

The community of seasoned Evaneos travellers give you their advice. You'll discover their favourite stop-off points and especially a wealth of tips of the best way to behave because India is somewhat... disconcerting the first time round! There are as many trips in India as there are travellers so make the right choices. That said, nothing stops you from going back there again and again. It is said that the majority of travellers can no longer go without it!

A trip to northern India often starts with Delhi, the capital, and with the Taj Mahal in Agra. It's up to you to choose between the luxurious Mysore Palaces in the touristic region of Rajasthan, or immersing yourself in Hinduism around Varanasi, the cradle of this religion and the prettiest city in India, famous for its ghats on the Ganges River.

Not as exotic but more rich, the southern part of the country seduces for its backwaters in Kerala. It's also an opportunity to relax for a week on the mythical beaches of Goa's hippies.

In the summer months, you can get to the Buddhist region of Ladakh from Srinagar in Kashmir. That's where you'll find the best treks in the world in the mountains around Leh. For an off the beaten track trip, head t the North-East of the country, in the Ziro Valley and on the island of Majuli.

It's up to you to browse pages for inspiration and create a spiritual, historical, cultural, out of the ordinary trip... in your own way!

A seaside resort located on southern India's west coast in Kerala.
At 120km from Mysore and 160km from Bangalore, Hassan is a charmless town and only useful as a base from which to visit Belur and Halebidu.
This stone city, cut in two by a cooling, refreshing river, is the ideal place in which to take things easy, a place where you can go for a leisurely stroll between activities.
Badami is a small town in the State of Karnataka, in the South of India. Known for its temples, it was the capital of the Chalukya dynasty.
A party and beach-goers paradise, with all the typical features of a coastal resort.
A mountain town that will appeal to hikers and visitors interested in Buddhism.
Likir is a small town located in Ladakh, northern India, and famous for its large Buddha statue.
A beautiful monastery perched up high, the oldest in Ladakh. 
Standing in front of this breathtakingly beautiful town, which sits on a bank, in a peaceful part of a country that tends to be noisy, you won't be able to stop yourself from falling under Srinagar's charm !
Sonamarg Glacier is the first stop on the road between Srinagar, Kashmir and Leh in Ladakh.
Situated an hour away from Srinagar in the Himalayas, this is THE place to ski in Kashmir.
Konark is a small town in Odisha State (once called Orissa) and is home to the famous Sun Temple.
Pemayangtse Gompa is a superb monastery a stone's throw from Pelling, in Sikkim.
Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim. It's a favourite with Indian tourists who fancy a trip to the mountains without wearing themselves out.
Kalimpong is a medium sized town in the north of West Bengal, close to border with Sikkim.
A small town in Darjeeling that blends Indian charm with a bit of peace and quiet.
Thikse is an impressive monastry near to Leh in the Ladakh region. Its special feature is its giant Buddha.
If you do the Markha Valley Trek when visiting India, you'll spend the fourth and final night at the Nimaling camp , at the foot of the Kongmaru La pass.
Kargil is a stop-over town midway between Srinagar in Kashmir and Leh in Ladakh. It's an obligatory stop-off point for a bite to eat or to spend the night, but above all, the surrounding landscapes are fabulous.
A dream destination for those who love trekking and high altitudes.