Exotic, lively, spicy, are some words that occurred in the head if we imagine India. Culture-laden country and is renowned for its phenomenal Bollywood is one of the countries in Asia that have attracted the attention of tourists. The following are a number of tourist destinations in the country magical deities that:

Dal Lake

In the most northern parts of India, namely in Srinagar, Dal lake there which is the second largest lake in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The extent of 18 km2 with a maximum depth of 6 meters. Most lakes are usually enclosed garden lotus bloom in July and Agustus.Pada winter, the temperature can reach -11 ° C.

The lake is dubbed the "crown jewel of Kashmir" is not only serves as a place of tourism but also as a fishing and commercial harvesting of aquatic plants. Line of 15.5 km along the lake that connects the road to the Mughal gardens, a boat house and inn.

Beautiful lake views can be enjoyed from the edge of the Mughal gardens, Shalimar Bagh and Nishat namely Bagh built during the reign of emperor Jahangir. Tourists can drive around the lake in a boat house.

In Sanskrit, the Dal lake called Mahasarit. According to the history of ancient Sanskrit, there is a village called Isabar to the east of the lake which is home to the goddess Durga.

Gulmarg

Gulmarg means Rose Street is a small town located 52 km from Srinagar. This place is a resort once frequented by kings such as Yusuf Shah Chak and Jahangir. Does not have a permanent resident, Gulmarg is only inhabited by tourists and resort workers.

In the early 20th century, a famous explorer of Central Asia from England, Sir Marc Aurel Stein had stopped at Gulmarg and stay in a tent before continuing his expedition. Gulmarg also become a favorite summer holiday destination for British people who are in India.

The small town is surrounded by the peaks of the Himalayas, with the surrounding atmosphere very calm and peaceful. The temperature in the summer ranges from 25-30 ° C to make Gulmarg an ideal place for trekking, mountain biking, horse riding, fishing, and water skiing. In the winter rains usually very heavy snow, and Gulmarg became a popular place for skiing exercise. There are about 40 hotels in this place.

Gulmarg is one of the seven best ski tourist destinations in Asia by CNN International, the Gulmarg Gondola his well-known as one of the highest cable car in the world at 3,979 meters.

Mughal Gardens

Mughal Gardens is a collection of garden built by the Mughal emperor Islamic architectural style and little influence of the Turkish-Mongolian who were the ancestors of the Mughals.

Although designed with a very formal, this is really part of the park can be enjoyed like the outdoors. Running water is the most important element of Mughal gardens. A pond that reflects and clear blue sky, the various types of trees, including fruit trees, colorful flowers and fragrant grass nan decorate the entire park. Not to forget the birds sweetly chirping and the breeze is also complete paradise.

Shah Jahan, Jahangir prince putting the finishing touches on the architecture of Mughal gardens. Shah Jahan famous for his work on the construction of the Taj Mahal at Agra and the Red Fort in Delhi.

Amer Fort

About 11 km from Jaipur, Rajasthan state, lies a small town Amer. It was there standing Amer Fort, a magnificent citadel relic Raja Alan Singh Chanda.

Hindu and Islamic style fort was built by Raja Alan Singh Chanda, a king Meenas in the 16th century. It is on top of a hill, overlooking the lake Savail. Made of white marble and red sandstone, with a number of gates and cobblestone streets, the castle is truly a beautiful work of art.

Amer Fort is also known as Amer palace, which formerly inhabited by the Rajput Maharajas and their families. Not far from the gate Ganesh temple there is a shrine to the goddess Devi Sila, which was a gift to the King Mansingh when he had defeated the king of Jessore (now Bangladesh) in Bengal in 1604.

Amer City actually has many ancient relics from the time of king Meenas, just that most have been damaged or replaced. Amer Fort is one that is sustainable to date. The most interesting thing the tourists is the chance to marvel at this fort while riding an elephant. Carrying thousands of people visit there every day.

Taj Mahal

Who does not know or have not heard anything about this Indian icon? Taj Mahal, who at first glance looks like a mosque, is a mausoleum located in Agra famous.

Was Shah Jahan, the Mughal emperor who built the Taj Mahal for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Mumtaz Mahal was Shah Jahan's wife who died during the bloody Persians who gave birth to their son. The mausoleum of Mughal architectural masterpiece took 23 years to construct by deploying approximately 20,000 employees consisting of a goldsmith, engraver, and famous masons from all over the world.

Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world is decorated with white marble, mosaic, as well as various kinds of gemstones such as diamonds, crystal, topaz, and emerald. Swimming and lay the pretty garden at the front of this building.

In 1983, the Taj Mahal was officially listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO.

Qutub Minar

Qutub Minar is the highest tower in India. Located in Delhi, 72.5 meter tall stone tower with 379 stairs is one example of Indo-Islamic architecture of the famous first.

Qutb Minar construction initiated by Qutb-ud-din Aibak in 1199 which was inspired by the Minaret of Jam in Afghanistan. Made of red sandstone and marble, with a diameter of 14.3 meters and is basically along the crest diameter of 2.7 meters. The tower is decorated with very intricate carvings and quote Quranic verses, also a number of writings in Arabic and Nagari letters.

There are several opinions regarding the purpose of the construction of this tower, the tower of which is called that is built to call Muslims to prayer. Regardless of the actual objectives, Qutb Minar has enriched the history of India. UNESCO has also noted this tower as a world heritage site.

India Gate

Inspired by the Arch de Triomphe in Paris, India Gate is a national monument that is located in the heart of New Delhi. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and built in 1931, this monument is intended to commemorate the 90,000 Indian soldiers who died in World War I and the Anglo-Afghan War III.

The 42-meter-high building stands on a complex area of 306,000 m2 hexagonal shaped. He bottom there is Amar Jawan Jyoti shrine, made of black marble, which marks the tomb of the unknown soldier. Also three flags attached representing the army, navy, and air force. Every day, three soldiers from each army stationed there.

Until now, it was customary for the President and the Prime Minister of India as well as state guests to visit India Gate on every state occasion.