Presented below is a list of the top 10 travel destinations in India for the year 2024, along with recommendations on activities to undertake and the best time to visit:
1. Leh-Ladakh (Jammu & Kashmir)
- What to Do
- Sightseeing: Pangong Lake, Nubra Valley.
- Monasteries: Hemis, Thiksey, and Diskit.- Adventure sports such as trekking, biking, and rafting can be enjoyed.
- Best Time to Visit: May to September. The weather is nice and the roads are accessible to travel.
2. Rishikesh (Uttarakhand)
- Things To Do:
- White-water rafting in the Ganges River.
- Yoga and meditation at the serene ashrams.
- Visit the famous Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula.
- Best Time to Visit: During October to March, when the weather is cool and ideal for outdoor activities.
3. Jaipur (Rajasthan)
- What to Do:
- Explore historic forts: Amber Fort, Nahargarh, Jaigarh.
- City Palace and Hawa Mahal sightseeing
- Shopping in local bazaars like Johari Bazaar and Bapu Bazaar
- Best Time to Visit: November to February, since the weather becomes cool and pleasant for sightseeing.
4. **Goa **
- **Things To Do:
- Sunbathing on pretty beaches like Baga, Anjuna, and Palolem.
- Visit the Portuguese colonial architecture in Old Goa.
- Water sports like parasailing, jet skiing, and windsurfing.
- Best Time to Go: November to March, during the cooler months when the beaches are less crowded.
5. Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh)
What to Do:
Feel the spiritual ambiance of ghats and Ganga Aarti.
Early morning boat ride along the Ganges.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Sarnath are must-visit places.
Best Time to Visit: October to March is considered a good time, as one avoids extreme heat and enjoys pleasant weather.
6. Mysore (Karnataka)
- Things to Do:
- A visit to the magnificent Mysore Palace and the Chamundeshwari Temple.
- Brindavan Gardens and Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary.
- Mysore silk and sandalwood are local purchases.
- Best Time to Visit: October to March is considered the best time for visiting due to its cool and rather pleasant weather, apt for sightseeing.
7. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- What to Do:
- Relish the scenic beaches at Havelock and Neil Islands.