The Tourist circuits Of India: The cultural enormity of India is vast and Deep rooted

India is a very vast land and rich in landscapes, art, food and tourist places. Every other place in India has mystery about it, every other place has a mythological story attached to it and this makes India rich in its culture and heritage. These tourist circuits give one the opportunity to witness the vastness of such a colorful country that India is.

The Golden Triangle Circuit (DELHI-AGRA- JAIPUR)

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This is one of the most popular tourist circuits of India. Covering UNESCO world heritage sites of India.  The golden circuit is the perfect way to start exploring India witnessing the history, art and architectural marvels.

The Highlights of this Circuit:

Delhi: Red fort, Qutub Minar, India Gate, and Chandani Chowk.

Agra: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri

Jaipur: Hawa Mahal, Amer fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Jal Mahal, and Nahargarh Fort

Best time to visit: October to February. Days needed to cover the circuit is 5 to 7 days.

The Desert Circuit (JODHPUR-JAISALMER-BIKANER)

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The desert circuit of India is one of the unparalleled circuits of India. It covers some of the most beautiful cities of Rajasthan. From grand palaces to mighty forts these cities have everything to make your voyage exciting.

The Highlights of this Circuit:

Jodhpur: Mehngarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Ghanta ghar, Jaswant Thada, and Balsamand Lake.

Jaisalmer: The great Indian desert, Jaisalmer fort, Patwaon ki haveli, Gadisar lake and Salim Singh haveli

Best time to visit: October to March. Days needed to cover the circuit is 5 to 7 days.

The Himachal Circuit (SHIMLA-KULLU-MANALI-DALHOUSIE-DHARAMSHALA)

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The himachal circuit gives an individual an opportunity to witness the mighty Himalayas, the snow-clad mountains, the vibrant scenic villages, making it a memorable experience and also witness how different ethnic groups that are capable of living in harmony with each other.

The Highlights of this Circuit:

Shimla: Jaakho temple, the ridge, mall road, Christ church, The Himalayan nature park and Chadwick falls. 

Kullu & Manali: Solang valley, Hidima Devi Temple, Manu Temple, Great Himalayan National Park, Manali Sanctuary, Pin Valley national park and jogini falls.

Dalhousie: Khajjiar lake, Dainkund Peak, St. Francis Church, and Chamera lake and Bhuri Singh Museum.

Dharamshala: Dal Lake, Kareri lake, Namgyal Monastery, Bhagsung Waterfall and Triund.

Best time to visit this circuit is from March to June in summer and October to February in winters. Days needed to cover the circuit is 5 to 7 days.

The Wildlife Circuit (KANHA NATIONAL PARK- BANDHAVGARH)

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This circuit will surely give you a much-needed adrenalin rush. The highlight of this circuit is the thrilling safari from the dense forest of Kanha National Park and Bandhavgarh, and if one is lucky then one can spot Bengal tiger, White boar, leopards and Chinkara.

The Highlights of this Circuit:

Kanha National Park: Mukki gate, Kanha museum, and Chilpi range

Bandhavgarh: Bagel Museum, Village talla, Mahaman Pond, three cave point and Badi gufa.

Best time to visit the wildlife circuit is July till mid-October. Days needed to cover this circuit is 3 to 4 days.

The Nilgiris Circuit (BANGLORE-MYSORE-OOTY)

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If one wish to travel to a serene and calm environment then this is the perfect circuit for you, one gets to witness the calmness the greenery of these magical cities and towns. This circuit is all about the incredible nightlife of Bangalore, the royal life of Mysore and the divine beauty of Ooty.

The Highlights of this Circuit:

Bangalore: Lal Bagh, Bannerghatta national park, Cubbon park, Bangalore palace, Devahanalli fort.

Mysore: Mysore Zoo, Folk lore museum, Melody world wax museum, Mysore palace.

Ooty: Dodabbetta, Government rose garden, Avalanche Lake, and Emerald Lake.

Best time to visit to Nilgiris circuit is winter months. Days needed to cover this circuit is 5 to 7 days. 

The Backwaters Circuit (KOCHI-ALLEPPEY-KUMARAKOM)

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If you are someone who is fond of water, then you surely need to make your flight booking and head to these mesmerizing backwaters. The backwaters are a chain of brackish lagoons, canals and lakes lying parallel to the Arabian sea. This absolutely serene and picturesque journey through the tall pines and mangroves, on a luxurious houseboat is surely a journey to remember.

The Highlights of this Circuit:

Kochi: Fort Kochi, Bolghatty and Vypeen island, Cherai and Vypeen Island, Marine drive and the back waters.

Alleppey: Marari beach, Pathiramal island, Kuttanad backwaters, Krishna Puram palace, Alleppey palace and Vembanad lake.

Kumarakom: Kumarakom backwaters, Kumarakom backwaters, Kottayam, Vegamon, and Pathiramal Island.

Best time to visit this circuit is December to February. Days needed to cover this circuit is 4 to 5 days

The Buddhist Tourist Circuit (Lumbini-Bodhgaya-Sarnath-Khushinagara)

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The Buddhist travel circuit is more of a religious circuit which depicts all the major parts of Buddha’s life. Covering Lumbini where he was born to Bodhgaya where he attained Nirvana, to Sarnath where he preached his first sermon, to Khushinagara where he attained salvation. This circuit takes you along the important parts of Buddha’s life.

The Highlights of this Circuit:

Lumbini: Maya Devi temple, Lumbini Monastic site, Royal Thai Monastery, Dae Sung Shakya, Myanmar golden monastery, and Kundan stupa.

Bodhgaya: Mahabodhi temple, The great buddha statue, Meta Buddha ram temple and Root institute for Wisdom culture.

Sarnath: Dhamek stupa, Chaukhandi stupa, Tibetan temple, Sarnath Temple, Japanese temple.

Khushinagra: Matha Kuar Shrine, Parinirvana stupa, and Chinese temple.

Best time to visit this circuit November to February. Days needed to cover this circuit is 15 to 20 days.

The Chhota Char Dham Circuit (Badrinath-Kedarnath-Gangotri-Yamnotri)

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This is an important Hindu pilgrimage circuit; it comprises major holy sites of Uttarakhand. This Is the most popular Hindu circuit. Every other place in this circuit has a story and a history, even if you are not a religious person still the tranquility and mysticism will render you speechless.

The Highlights of this Circuit:

Badrinath: Badrinath temple, Bheem Pul, and Vyas Gufa.

Kedarnath: Kedarnath temple

Gangotri: Gangotri temple and Surya Kund

Yamnotri: Sita ram Lakshman hanuman mandir, birla Ashram, Narayan Temple and Aravind Ashram.