Major Attractions :
Akshardham Temple, Gir National Park, Gateway of India, Ajanta-Ellora, Goa
Beaches
Major Cities : Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur
States of West India Information
Northern part of India is enriched with different cultures religions,
marvelous monuments, immense wildlife parks and sanctuaries, holy rivers,
majestic Himalayas, and diversified climate conditions. The whole of north
India borders countries like Pakistan, China, Nepal and Bhutan from
northwest to northeast.
The west Indian states of Maharashtra, Gujarat and Goa though being closely
situated are so distinct in terms of landscape and culture that their
geographical nearness is sometimes hard to believe for the tourist. The
western part of India has been witness to hectic activity since ancient
times when the Arab traders touched down on the coast of Gujarat and
subsequently laid the foundations of a flourishing export and import trade.
The ruins of Harappan civilisation recovered here are some 3500 years old
while the mythical city of Dwarka supposed to be founded by Lord Krishna
dates even further back to 5000 years.
Gujarat
The west Indian state of Gujarat is believed to have been named after
people belonging to the Gujjar tribe who came and settled in the region
hundreds of years ago. The entire state is dotted with numerous tourist
attractions including magnificent temples, historic structures and mosques,
some of which date back centuries. Some of the highlights of the state are
the Paliltana Jain temples at Shetrunjay hills, Somnathpur temple near
Ahmedpur Mandvi beach, the union territory of Daman & Diu and the
sprawling salt deserts of the Rann of Kutchh.
Famous Attractions : Akshardham Temple, Gir National
Park, Surat, Ahmedabad, Dwarkadhish Temple, Somnath Temple
Maharashtra
Maharashtra is a perfect amalgam of modernism and antiquity with cities
like Mumbai fast developing into one of the most modernised cities of the
world as also historical monuments such as the caves of Aurangabad that
present a fascinating example of the most ancient forms of cave temple
architecture. Some of the other highlights of a tour to Maharashtra are the
magnificent Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Elephanta Caves and the cities
of Pune and Khandala etc. Maharashtra offers every type of tourist a
complete vacationing experience, be it adventure, pilgrimage, monuments,
hills or festivals.
Famous Attractions : Gateway of India, Ajanta-Ellora,
Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Haji Ali
Goa
No words can describe the brilliance and enchantment of this tropical
paradise. The beach capital of India, as it is commonly sobriquet, Goa
boasts of sandy beaches lined with swaying palms, happening rave parties
that continue late into the night, unending festivities and fenny (Indian
liquor made of coconut or the juice of cashew apple). Breathtaking natural
beauty, the colonial architecture of Panjim, the beautiful structures of
Margao and the lovely cuisine are some of the other high points of this
mesmerising state. Tourists flock the place in large numbers to enjoy the
relaxation and repose, however the variety of water sports have also become
a favored activity amongst tourists lately.
Famous Attractions : Beaches, Churches, Panaji, Old Goa
