India presents varied landscapes that are awe-inspiring to say the least.From arid dry deserts to glacial mountain peaks, untainted white coastlines to the lush greenery and rich foliage, India is home to diverse scenes that are associated with various parts of the world. Visit Theotherhome.com to know more about India.

1. Top Ten Landscapes in India
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2. Top Ten Landscapes in India
• For a landmass stretching across diverse climates, India presents varied landscapes that
are awe-inspiring to say the least.
• From arid dry deserts to glacial mountain peaks, untainted white coastlines to the lush
greenery and rich foliage, India is home to diverse scenes that are associated with
various parts of the world. Swiss Alps, Sahara desert, Caribbean waters and Amazon
rainforest have their South Asian cousins in different region of India- and you can
explore all of them during your India Tour.

3. The Himalayan Range
• With the majestic Himalayan range of mountains sprawled across the states of Himchal
Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh in the northwestern region of India to Sikkim in the north-
central to Arunachal Pradesh. The range found in India are known as the Lesser
Himalayas with no less than spectacular sight of the silent snow capped peaks.
• Mount Kanchendzonga and Nanda Devi are the two highest peaks in the region of India.
Glacial backdrops with lush meadows and valleys leading up to the snow-clad peaks
offer breathtaking landscapes, stunning sights not easily forgotten.

4. Backwaters - Kerala
• World renowned backwaters of Kerala India are snuggled between banks of swaying
trees and coastal communities. The refreshing sight of greenery, accompanied by
birdlife, rich flora and the busy locals are intriguing, and becoming extremely popular for
those who Travel India.
• The backwater cruises, among the weaving waterways, offer a most serene experience
set among soothing waters and scenic riverbanks. These sights are complete contrast to
the bustling cities in other regions of India and are a welcome reprieve to any traveller
who may have been overwhelmed by urban mayhem unique to India.

5. River Ganges
• The lifeline for India and the religious and spiritual artery of the country, River Ganges,
stretching over 2500 km, offers astounding sights along its fertile banks. Emerging from
a glacier’s mouth high in the Himalaya mountains.
• The river flows through mountain gorges in Devprayag and the confluence point of its
other sacred sister rivers- Yamuna and Saraswati- in Allahabad where the world’s biggest
religious festival, Kumbh Mela is held, the waters from this revered river is sacred for
many Hindu devotees. The reverence can be seen clearly in Varanasi where the holiest
spot of this river is believed to be.

6. Hill Stations- Ooty, Nilgiri
• Bolstering the Deccan Plateau, and trailing down the entire west coastal region of India,
the Western Ghats is the habitat for 1,000 over species of flora and fauna. This lush
abode for nature is also home to India’s popular hill stations such as Lonvala,
Mahabaleshwar in the north and Ooty and Nilgiri, found in the southern Tamil Nadu,
just to name a few of the ranges found along this lengthy stretch of biosphere.
• Their cooler climates and green valleys, where tribal communities add an enchanting
touch to the lush landscape, are popular India tour inclusions.

7. Konkan coast- Mumbai, Goa, Mangalore
• With the waves from Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal caressing its lengthy shoreline,
India’s coastal landscapes are the epitome of picture-perfect seashores.
With Goa India´s beaches being the perennial favorite for seaside tours, the neighboring
coastline offer some of the best views imaginable.
• The Konkan Coast, starting from Mumbai and leading southwards to Mangalore is
dotted with sleepy fishing villages, paddy fields, plantations and coastal dwellings
sheltered by the Western Ghats in the background. The scenery along this 700km of
coastline can be enjoyed from the journey on the Konkan Railway or private transport.

8. Thar Desert- Rajasthan
• In the northwestern region of India, lies the Thar desert embracing the western border
of Rajasthan. With the scenic Jaisalmer as its closest airport, and fortress city Bikaner
and remote desert town, Barmer nearby, Thar desert’s arid sandy landscape is easily
accessible.
• There are camel safaris and jeep rides available to enjoy sights of sand dunes and the
natives’ mud houses with traditional designs paintings. In this golden landscape of sandy
waves, centres of desert handicrafts as well as picnic spots with lively night
entertainment provide delightful memories.

9. Cave Temples- Maharashtra, Badami, Mumbai
• There are numerous spectacular cave temples in many region of India. Of the oldest
cave temples in India are believed to be the Ellora caves in Maharashtra- over 30 of
them show the religious harmony of the ancient times. Ajanta caves, some distance
from Ellora caves and belonging to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, is another
fine specimen of cave temples overlooking a narrow river gorge.
• The picturesque caves at Badami were built during early Chalukyan reign. Their elegant
architecture and rich carvings are dedicated to Hindu deities, to Jain saints and others
used as Buddhist monasteries.

10. National parks and Wildlife sanctuaries
• It seems only natural that a country blessed with such rich and diverse landscapes have
dedicated sites protecting and preserving nature’s bounty of flora and fauna.
• Kaziranga National Park and Corbett National Park are home to astounding landscape of
raw beauty inhabited by variety of wildlife. Even within less rural areas such as Mumbai
region, the Sanjay Gandhi National Park celebrates the rich birdlife and fauna in the
picturesque woods. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala India is another fascinating river
landscape. The Desert National Park in Jaisalmer is another fine example of the
contrasting landscapes of India.

11. Waterfalls
• The multitude of waterfalls found in almost every region of India will mesmerize all
visitors, especially those reward-deserving trekkers and hikers. Several of the waterfalls
in India are the vista destinations at the end of trek trails.
• One of the highest waterfalls in South Asia is the untiered Jog Falls, in Karnataka, a
spectacular cluster of towering falls with uninterrupted frothy white streams pounding
on the rocky bottom. Abbey Falls, near Madikeri is another popular tour attraction.
Surrounded by coffee and spice plantations, with a nearby bridge at a vantage point,
this roaring falls can be heard distance away while enthralling those in its presence.

12. Lakes
• There are natural and man-made lakes found in every region of India. While enhancing
the picturesque surroundings, they are popular with travelers and locals. Dal lake in
Srinagar is renowned for the wooden houseboats. Lake Pichola in Udaipur is the
beautiful backdrop for the renowned Lake Palace as its cousin Jai Mahal in Jaipur.
• Besides recreation, lakes also hold religious significance for devotees. Pushkar lake, also
in Rajasthan is revered as a sacred site, surrounded by numerous temples and ghats
used for cleansing and bathing by the Hindus. Lakes in India serve a myriad of purposes
while remaining a scenic part of the surroundings.

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