If you think that the name of the famous Indian city which you have explored on your last trip is so desi and unique and sounds so Indian then you are highly mistaken. As there is a Kochi which is not located in India, yes it is true. Don’t get baffled because it is not the only city which shares the same names with other places in the world but there are 13 more. Know more about these places as some of them are located in the famous international destinations and explore them with the best packages from EaseMyTrip.com. However, if you are a resident of these below mentioned Indian cities then you can feel like home while being away from home. Interesting Isn’t?
Kochi is the capital of Ernakulam and there is also a Kochi in Japan which is also a famous tourist attraction. Apart from the same names these two cities have common love for the seafood.
You will feel proud after listening because the Patna in Scotland was a name which got the inspiration by the Indian city “Patna” which is the capital of Bihar. It is because the guy who established the village – Willian Fullarton was born to a father who served the East India Company and you can clearly see his love for Patna. Nice na!
Delhi in India needs no introduction but you will be shocked to know that there is one more Delhi in United States which has the same name and pronunciation.
Calcutta of India is one of the oldest cities in India which merges everything astonishing and beautiful. However, there is also a Calcutta in United States which was established as a coal town in 1870 and still don’t not have many inhabitants.
Indian city Lucknow is well known as the city of nawabs and the architectural beauty portrays the charm of ancient India. However, Lucknow or Castle in the Clouds in United States is a 16 rooms and 5500 acre mountain estate mansion.
Indian town Hyderabad was named after a nautch who was the favorite of the city founder and the one which is in Pakistan is named after a cousin of Prophet Muhammad “Haidar Ali”. Both the cities are a perfect example of a royal past.
Salem in Tamil Nadu is a city which founds its mentions in 1st and 2nd century inscriptions. Moreover, the one in United States is also astonishing.
Indian Baroda is in Gujarat and this place is better known for holding the legacy of serving delectable Navratra snacks. However, the one in Baroda is built by Michael Houser who wanted to name the village Pomona but he realized that it has already taken and later he named the village Baroda. The new name was suggested by C.H. Pindar whose birthplace was India.
It is still a mystery that how the Australian Thane city got its name. However, the one in India is famous for offering the most spectacular beach views.
Faridkot is one of the 22 districts in Punjab, India. However, the one in Pakistan is a small village which became infamous for being the home of Mumbai attacks terrorist “Ajmal Kasab”.
Indore in West Virgina in United States was inspired by the Hebrew word Endore which means “Spring or Settlement”. The one which is nestled in Madhya Pradesh is popular fir its astonishing past.
Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh which is one of the most famous cities in the world. Moreover, the one in Bihar is rejoice the fame of being a Vidhan Sabha constituency.
Bali in Indonesia is a famous international destination which does not need any introduction. Bali in the Indian state Rajasthan is a small town of Pali district.