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See the contrast from sand dunes in the desert, to sandy beaches by the sea. From forts and palaces in Rajasthan to skyscrapers in Mumbai, from tigers and camels in Rajasthan to Lions and wild Asses in Gujarat, you can see a range of scenery and wildlife on your tour to West India.
Rajasthan: The name of this vibrant state in western India means the land of Kings. Tour the land of Kings and see majestic forts, regal palaces and sand dunes in the desert. Join in the colorful celebrations of the Teej and Gangaur festivals or the Elephant festival. See the historic cites of Jaipur, Udaipur and Jodhpur. Travel to the wildlife sanctuaries of Ranthambore and Sariska.
Jaipur: The capital of Rajasthan is also known as the Pink City and is renowned for its cultural heritage. Famous for its Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal and other beautiful palaces and the Jantar Mantar astronomical instruments, Jaipur was founded by Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727.
Gujarat: This state on the west coast of India has a lot to offer to tourists who travel to Gujarat. The home state of Maahtma Gandhi, his Sabarmati Ashram draws visitors from around the world. The magnificent Somnath Temple, plundered by invaders many times through its long history, the city of Surat which is one of the centers of the diamond cutting and polishing trade, the Sasangir Reserve Forest, which is the last habitat of the Asiatic Lion and the capital city of Ahmedabad, which celebrates the Navratri Festival with 9 days of dandia dancing, are all aspects of the vibrant state of Gujarat. The state is also known for its fine textiles and clothes made by the Banjara tribal people. The Rann of Kutch is the sanctuary of the rare Wild Ass of Kutch.
Ahmedabad: The capital of Gujarat is a busy industrial town known for its textile industry. Ahmedabad was also known as the Manchester of the East. Founded by sultan Ahmed Shah in 1211 A.D., you can see the Sabarmati Ashram where Mahatma Gandhi lived in Ahmedabad.
Goa: Travel to Goa and you'll feel you've traveled to paradise. This beach holiday destination is a vacationer's dream, come true. With beautiful golden beaches, the sparkling Arabian Sea, exotic beach resorts, friendly Goanese people and delicious cuisine, a holiday in Goa is sure to delight everyone, when they travel to West India.
Panaji: The Capital of Goa is known for its location on the Mandovi River. With historic buildings, churches and educational institutions, Panaji is an elegant capital city with a Portuguese influence. Enjoy the Goan music, cuisine and ambience while on holiday in Panaji, Goa.
Maharashtra: Maharashtra a state on India's west coast is known for its brave history, led by the warrior King Shivaji. The state is famous for the Ajanta and Ellora Caves, which are UNESCO world Heritage sites. The city of Mumbai, Maharashtra's capital, is a cosmopolitan and dynamic city. Pune nearby is known for its educational institutions and is an emerging IT hub in India. The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with great fervor across Maharashtra. The songs of the fisherfolk, the white stick figures of tribal Warli painting, and the beautiful hill stations of Panchgani, Mahabaleshwar and Matheran are aspects of marvelous Maharashtra.
Mumbai: The financial capital of India, Mumbai is a city that's forever on the move. The capital of Maharashtra, this busy city is the home to India's Hindi film industry, and is the fashion and glamour capital of India. With many historic landmarks such as the Gateway of India and the Victoria terminus in Mumbai, alongside modern new offices and buildings, Mumbai is a fascinating mixture of history and modernity.
These are some of the attractions, which you will see when you travel across West India, with 123 India Travel.
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