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Why is India such a fascinating destination?
- India is fascinating beyond your wildest dreams. It is a country that is hard to describe without the use of superlatives—ancient, mysterious, awe-inspiring, and somewhat overwhelming. This is a destination that everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime.
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What historical and architectural wonders can be found in India?
- The country offers something for everyone, from the majesty of the legendary Taj Mahal to a succession of palaces and fortresses. You can even explore man-made temple caves carved out of solid mountains.
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Where can travelers go to experience India’s wildlife?
- When you need a break from the sensory overload of history and architecture, you can escape to one of India’s national parks to see one of the planet’s most beautiful and endangered animals, the Bengal Tiger, striding through its natural habitat.
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Ajanta Caves
Amber Fort
The Ancient Step Wells
City Palace, Jaipur
Dudhsagar Falls
Ellora Caves
Great Wall India
Hampi
Hawa Mahal
Humayun's Tomb
Jantar Mantar
Kanha Tiger Reserve
Lodi Gardens
Lotus Temple
Nek Chand Saini (The Rock Garden of Chandigarh)
Periyar National Park
Qutab Minar
The Root Bridges Cherrapungee
Shatrunjaya Hill
Taj Mahal
Temple of Galtaji
The Blue City
The Red Fort
Bandipur National Park
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