On a trip to India, the reviews of tourists are always only enthusiastic. Arriving in this country, it is impossible not to get a real explosion of emotions. For many of us, this place is associated with tea and cinema, tigers and elephants, ancient temples and picturesque resorts.
On visiting India, reviews of tourists change with each new trip. This amazing country is always opened for travelers in a new way, revealing an endless series of amazing finds. A state with a unique mixture of landscapes and rich traditions offers its guests the most spectacular sights in the world. Tourists leave their reviews of India as a country that literally shocked their souls with the secrets of the noble Himalayas, the raging vegetation of tropical forests, delicious food, and the close interweaving of poverty and wealth.
The country becomes especially attractive to travelers from October to March. This period falls at the height of the tourist season. Then most of the tours to India are acquired, reviews of which are subsequently left by travelers as a great vacation.
Why exactly this country?
India is attracted to many travelers like a magnet. This is especially true for those who have already met her once. Judging by the reviews, India attracts many people with its oriental flavor, ancient traditions and gentle waves of the ocean. The country lives by its own rules. And if in most European countries the law of money is at the head, the Indians put karma in the first place.
As a destination for a beach holiday, Russian tourists recognized India relatively recently. And every season, more and more travelers go to the resorts of this country. This is due to the "guaranteed exotic", the relatively low cost of tours offered by agencies, as well as the dissimilarity of this tourist destination, which also offers Ayurvedic treatment, rejuvenation and recovery, to all the others.
Judging by the many reviews, India attracted many travelers with a direct flight and rich excursion programs. The most popular among Russian tourists won the state of Goa. People come here to enjoy a civilized vacation and hang out.
Tourist destinations of the country
Where to go for a vacation to India? Today, the tourism industry is one of the largest in the country's economy. India awaits its guests in Delhi and Hyderabad, in the settlements of Alsi and Bhubaneswar, in Goa, Jodhpur and Gangtok. And this is not a complete list of resorts, which, like the country itself, are very diverse. Moreover, each of these places carries its own spirituality. Often after a trip to India, traveler reviews report that they were able to rethink the present, get to know themselves and just have a great rest.
Since November, a large number of travelers seek to get to the country's ski resorts. The white peaks of the Himalayas, on which a large number of tracks are located, meet their guests. There are quite a lot of resorts in this direction in India. That is why guests of the country are given the opportunity to choose the most suitable slope for themselves (gentle or steep), depending on their experience.
India invites tourists to its spa resorts. Those who are considered Ayurvedic are most attracted to the country's guests. Being on them, people most effectively cure diseases of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system and many others, cleanse their body and get hope for a full recovery.
When developing tours to this country, agencies will certainly take into account its features, as well as the goals and preferences of vacationers. A correctly chosen tour will allow you to have a great time in a hospitable and welcoming country, ready to share its beauties and secrets. Let's get acquainted with the most popular resorts of India.
Goa
This resort is one of the most popular destinations in the world that travelers choose for their holidays. Reviews of Goa (India) relate to the golden beaches located on the coast of the Arabian Sea, the rich nature of the humid tropics, ancient monuments, a mixture of races, cultures and styles. All this made the smallest of all states of the country an unusual and popular destination.
Reviews of Goa (India) confirm that the beaches of this resort are absolutely not polluted by civilization. And there are 40 of them in the state. And despite the fact that not all of these beaches are equipped for relaxation, for those who prefer to simply soak up the sun, these places on the coast are simply perfect. The state became even more popular for tourists around the world after the hotels of world chains were opened here. These are the Renaissance and Hyatt, the Taj Group and the Kempinski Group.
The state of Goa is divided into two parts - the northern (Candolim, Calangute, Baga, Anjuna and Vagator), as well as the southern (Mobor, Cavelossim, Varca, Benaulim, Colva and Majorda). Tourism in these territories has some differences. So, judging by the reviews, rest in India in South Goa is quite expensive. A considerable amount here must be paid for accommodation in pensions and hotels. Moreover, rest in this territory is considered expensive not only by Indian standards. That is why the south of Goa is very popular among wealthy Europeans. Rich Indians love to visit this place.
The beaches in the south of Goa are distinguished by their golden, clean and fine sand. Tourists get here the highest level of service in five-star hotels, as well as a warm and calm sea.
You can hear completely different reviews about North Goa (India). This part of the state is the exact opposite of its south. North Goa is distinguished by its budget prices, parties and a democratic atmosphere. This area is preferred by advanced youth from Europe and America, settling here in numerous villages.
Climate Goa
The weather in this state is soft and uniform. Only in June-July in Goa is a monsoon period observed. In the summer season, the air is heated here to a temperature of +24 to +33 degrees. In winter, the thermometer shows +21 ... + 32. Judging by the reviews, a vacation in India in the state of Goa is considered the most comfortable between October and May.
Beaches of goa
The natural beauty of the state is its most important magnet that attracts tourists. This primarily applies to coastal areas. They are magnificent beaches, the length of which from south to north is almost 100 km.
As a resort, Goa gained fame in Europe in the 60s of the last century. It was then that creative youth rushed here, choosing this state for themselves as a place for entertainment and recreation. The beaches of Baga and Calangute have become a real Mecca for hippies, rock and pop parties of artists, artists and musicians. Near the tender waters of the ocean, round-the-clock discos and carnivals took place, markets for exotic souvenirs were opened. The beaches of Goa were visited by members of the Rolling Stones and The Beatles. It was here that a new style of music was born, which was called goa-trance. And today, hundreds and even thousands of people, guests of the state, come to the beaches of Goa at sunset. They enjoy the sun going over the horizon, music, communication and the ocean.
Other state beaches, less noisy and greener, gradually gained popularity. These are Mobor, Betalbatim, Varca, Majorda and Colva. The wildest and most deserted are the beaches located south of Cabo de Rama, an ancient fort built by the Portuguese. This is Palolem and Agonda. It organizes excursions for those who come to India. Reviews of tourists tell about wonderful trips on cruise ships, catamarans and yachts that deliver vacationers to these beaches. These places provide a great opportunity to enjoy the marine exotic and unspoilt nature of the tropics.
The beaches of Goa belong to the state. Tourists can use the equipment located on their territory, including towels, trestle beds and umbrellas, free of charge. Almost all beaches have security, ensuring the safety of vacationers.
Beaches of North Goa
In this part of the state, volcanic dark gray sand is littered with coastal areas. The shores here are quite high, which is why the beaches of hotels are usually small. Most of them are located in the lagoons.
Goa's northernmost beach is Thiracol. This is a wild coast, untouched by civilization. Not far from this place is the fort of the same name, which houses the hotel.
Goa is famous for the beach town of Anjuna. On its territory is the most famous flea market in the state, inviting buyers on Wednesdays. Here sellers offer many beautiful products of Kashmir and Tibetan weavers, artisans and embroiderers of Rajasthan and Gujarat.
A small but very picturesque beach is Baga. This is a very clean coastal area with brown sand. Near the beach there are hotels and restaurants. Quite active in this place is nightlife.
Calangute Beach, whose shape resembles a crescent moon, stretches along the coastline for 7 km. In former times, this place was considered the main place for collecting hippies. Today it is increasingly attracting the attention of organized tourists.
Judging by the reviews (photo of India, Calangute beach, presented below), this coastal zone cannot be called the best. Many vacationers find this beach too noisy and crowded, especially between May and June. However, the indisputable advantage of Calangute is the absence of problems with food and accommodation.
In addition to traditional beach and water sports, there are courses in Reiki, yoga, meditation and karate. A variety of massages are also offered to vacationers on Calangute.
Not far from this beach is the gallery of Kerkar. Those artists who visit Goa exhibit their work here. Once a week, this gallery hosts an evening of Indian dance and music.
For those who are going to visit the part of Goa, which is northern, reviews about India by experienced travelers will be very helpful. After all, for those wishing to spend their time in a calm atmosphere, it is better to go to Candolim. This beach, judging by the reviews of tourists, pleases with its respectability. In its atmosphere, it is most similar to the beaches of South Goa. You can stay here in the hotels of the Taj Group. The only disadvantage of this beach is the steep coast.
A spacious beach, popular with tourists, is Sinquerim. It is not too crowded, but the descent to the water is as steep as on Candolim.
But they come to Vagator, as a rule, for the sake of entertainment. Hotels here offer vacationers cheap and affordable accommodation.
Beaches of South Goa
This part of the state is preferred by those tourists who love comfort and tranquility.
The southern territory in Goa (India) reviews deserves, as a rule, only enthusiastic. Fans of relaxation have a great time on the beach of Aguada located here, which is located right next to the walls of the ancient fort of the same name, built by the Portuguese. Travelers can stay in the tourist village of Taj or in one of the luxury hotels. This beach is well maintained and fairly clean. It has all the necessary equipment for recreation.
Bogmalo is located 8 km from the port city of Vasco da Gama and 4 km from Dabolim Airport. This is a sandy beach, which is located in a small bay surrounded by palm trees. There are many souvenir shops and cafes on the coast.
Anyone who came to India, reviews of the southern part of Goa are left as a great place to relax. Many tourists prefer to visit Majorda. It is a 30-kilometer strip of beaches along which bus routes run. Judging by the reviews of tourists, it is here that the best beaches of Goa are located, on which fruit trees and palm trees go down to the sea.
The main tourist center of South Goa is Colva. But the coast here is not very comfortable and therefore not crowded. There are many relatively inexpensive hotels in Colva, and local restaurants invite guests to evening entertainment. Once a year, in September, a fair is held near the local church. It is timed to the Fama de Menino Jesus - a holiday that is dedicated to the baby Christ.
At a distance of about 2 km from Colva is the town of Benaulim. Its territory, judging by the reviews of tourists, is a place even more calm. Residents of the town, spread between the Arabian Sea and the Sal River, are good craftsmen for making rosewood items and beautiful furniture.
Varga and Cavelossim is a beach of the highest category, representing a 10-kilometer strip of clean coast. About half a dozen comfortable hotels are located here.
One of the new beaches, inviting tourists only recently, is Palolem. The most popular entertainment on it is fishing. Travelers love trips to the place that dolphins choose for their games.
The most inaccessible beach is considered in South Goa Betul. You can only get here by motor boat. Those who decide on such a move are waiting for the most delicious and large mussels in the state, which are offered in local restaurants.
Food in goa
Anyone who came to this state simply cannot help but try the freshest seafood just caught from the ocean. Fish, shrimp and lobster, which Indian culinary specialists prepare in a variety of ways, are especially popular with visitors to the country.
Connoisseurs of strong drinks will certainly enjoy the national fennel vodka made from coconut, cashew nuts and nuts. Cosmopolitan gourmets are invited to visit restaurants of Thai, Chinese, European and Tibetan cuisines.
Attractions Goa
This state of India is associated with travelers not only with beaches. After all, Goa is so rich in history and ethnocultural diversity that it allows everyone to receive food for the heart and mind. No wonder this state is also called the "Great Book of Wisdom." After all, those who visited Goa (India) leave reviews of the sights as the most interesting world heritage sites. Among them is the impregnable fortress of Aguada. It was built by the Portuguese back in 1612. The material for the walls of this structure was red stone.
Near the city of Panaji is Dudhsagar. This is the largest waterfall in the country. You can visit its surroundings as part of one of the excursions in Goa (India). Traveler reviews tell about the beauty of the water extravaganza, complemented by the untouched civilization of the rainforest. This unique landscape will not leave anyone indifferent.
Experienced tourists are advised to definitely visit the Goa reserve. This area is only 8 square meters. km allows travelers to be in a completely different reality. Guests can explore the botanical garden located here, which contains trees of rare beauty and other vegetation. Children enjoy visiting the zoo and the games room, ride a mini train and a real elephant.
The highlight of Goa and one of its business cards are plantations of vanilla and cardamom, cloves and other fragrant herbs. Of these, spices will later be made that tourists can still see “standing on the ground”.
One of the most popular tourist sites is the Cathedral of St. Catherine. It is the largest Christian building not only in the country, but throughout Asia.
Throughout India in January (reviews of tourists confirm this), a harvest festival is held. And those who visited this country and the state of Goa this winter month can become its spectator. The holiday is held on the 14th and is considered the moment when the sun begins its journey to the north. On this day, the Indians bathe in ponds and rivers, and also make offerings to the brahmanas.
Kerala
This state is located in southeastern India. Tourists come here, attracted by the mild climate of the resort, its long coastline with wonderful beaches, emerald green tea plantations, waterfalls, wide opportunities for Ayurvedic treatment, exotic cuisine, rich cultural traditions, unique monuments of architecture and history, as well as amazing holidays.
The "high" season at the resort is considered to be the period starting in December and ending in April. Guests at the state can relax here on the free public beaches. However, judging by the reviews of tourists, swimming here is unsafe due to the hectic sea.
Mumbai
This resort prefers to visit the Indian elite as an alternative to a vacation in South Goa. Mumbai, which was previously called Bombay, along with beach activities offers to enjoy visiting its attractions. The city has many buildings with unusual Gothic architecture, Christian cathedrals, slender skyscrapers, parks, as well as museums.
Experienced travelers recommend visiting the Indian "dream factory" - Bollywood. This is one of the largest film companies in the world, which competes with Hollywood in the number of films produced.
Located in Mumbai and ancient attractions. Among them are the Elephant Islands, on which are located 5th century cave temples, Hare Krishna and Buddhist temples, an island with a 14th-century Haji Ali memorial, mosques and a Persian cemetery.
Chennai
This resort is located on the east coast of India. These are places near Chennai (former Madras) with a coast washed by the warm, almost hot waters brought here by the Bay of Bengal. Judging by the reviews of tourists, in this resort you can not only relax in peace and solitude, but also visit amusement parks, crocodile farms, as well as get acquainted with some unique historical and architectural sights of the country. Here are the temple complexes, which in the 7-8 century. AD craftsmen carved from solid granite. Also, having arrived at this resort, tourists can visit the world-famous rock-illustration, which contains fragments of the epic of Mahabharata and is decorated with a bas-relief "Ganga Falls".