Places to discover

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!

Kibber

The village of Kibber is located in the extreme east of Himachal Pradesh and sits deep within the mountainous and arid valley of Spiti.

Lac Chandra Tal

Located east of Manali, the beautiful Lake Chandra Tal is a good trek arrival or departure point.

Fatehpur Sikri

At 38 km from Agra, Fatehpur Sikri dates back to the 16th Century. It's home to a palace and mosque that you must see.

Kozhikode

If you're on a big tour of India, Calicut is a great first stop in the lovely region of Kerala. It's also the departure point for trips to Wayanad, which is slightly further north.

Côte de Malabar

The Malabar Coast stretches along the Laccadive Sea to the south west of India, running from Goa to Cape Comorin.

Deogarh

A small village in Uttar Pradesh, well-known for its Hindu and Jain temples.

Thiruvananthapuram

An essential destination on any cultural holiday, Trivandrum is well worth visiting for its ancient temples.

Elephant Island

Only 10km from Mumbai on an island in the Oman Sea, Elephant Island is unmissable for its caves, classified a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Jalgaon

City located deep in India, in the state of Mahrashstra

Jhānsi

19 km from Orchha, the city of Jhansi is an unavoidable junction in the Ganges Valley.

Sarnath

The Buddhist site of Sarnath is a popular excursion from Varanasi. It's there where Buddha came to preach after his enlightenment.

Hunder

In the Nubra Valley, the cold desert of Hunder is one of nature's wonders just after Diskit, on the road to Turtuk.

Zanskar

Located in the State of Kashmir, this high valley in the Himalayas is known around the world for its amazing treks.

Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur is a town in Uttar Pradesh and sits on the banks of River Rapti, a tributary of the Ganges.

Mandāwa

Mandawa, the main city in Shekhawati, a region located in the northeast of Rajasthan, is famous for its havelis (private mansions) and its fort.

Nagar

A village perched on a mountain flank at an altitude of over 1700 m in Himachal Pradesh.

Diskit

At the final stage of our 'Royal Enfield' road trip, we found ourselves in the Nubra Valley. We couldn't go any further as there were military restrictions in place. Diskit is home to a magnificent monastery, which sits above the village and is typically Ladakhi in style.