India. Cities of India: List of the largest names of Indian settlements and cities

Delhi

Delhi is a city of contrasts, which spread out in the depths of India. It combines unique exotic, mysterious for our person atmosphere of the city with dust streets and frank poverty of the local population.

The first settlements on the site of the capital of India, according to legends, are dating 3000 years BC. e. Archaeological excavations showed that they were on the place where British colonists, as a result, built a New Delhi area. Dawn of the city begins with the XVI century.

Delhi, in fact, consists of two cities: old Delhi and new, modern, built in the 30s of the 20th century - New Delhi. Motion paints of the old smoothly go into the luxury of the new city. Delhi is definitely less fussy than other major cities in India.

Thanks to his cultural heritage, now tours in Delhi are very popular, and the city is one of the largest tourism centers around the world. The city gathered an unimaginable number of architectural monuments of different eras, palaces, forts and mosques in several, most popular areas among tourists.

It will be interesting to see the sights of Delhi, as "Presidential Palace" (Rashtrapathi-Bhavan) is a combination of Indian and British architectural styles, which was intended for the vice-king of the country.

"King Rajpath Road" - avenue in the center of the new city. It is located "Gates to India", built in honor of the soldier of British India. On the walls of the Memorial, the names of the soldiers who died during the First World War were written.

Achshardham is the world's largest Hindu temple, all covered by carvings. On its territory there are a musical fountain, gardens, restaurants, a cinema and a different kind of exhibition are held.

The temple of Lakshminarayan is a Hindu temple and a garden with fountains on its territory. Every year a large festival is held around the temple.

Mumbai

Locals prefer the old name of the city - Bombay. The city acquired its current name in 1995. The largest city of India is the first in the number of people in the city of India and all South Asia. The largest port of Western India is Mumbai - is the islands of Salcetta and Bombay, as well as the adjacent coast. The islands were settled in the Stone Age.

Today, Bombay is the largest commercial and industrial center - a very bright and vibrant city. In Mumbai, there is a well-known Bollywood, which per year produces so many films as they do not remove in any more the city on Earth.

Mumbai grew around the old British fort and was actively built on during the domination of the British Crown.

The list "The main attractions of Mumbai", of course, heads the well-known pearl of all of India - the Taj Mahal Palace. Now the gorgeous seven-story hotel is right on the shores of the Arabian Sea.

Basalt 26-meter Triumphal Arch "Gate to India" or "Gate of India", as they began to be called after the last British troops left them the territory of the country.

Chhapati Shivaji Station (until 1996, Victoria Station - in honor of the English Queen) - a mixture of gothic and Victoria architectural styles with notes of ethnic culture. Station still serves a short and long-distance train. Since 1994, the cultural heritage of UNESCO.

Calcutta

Since 2001, in India, the city is called a wolk. Calcutta is located at the mouth of the gang river. This is the second in the area and the fourth in the number of residents the city of the country. Calcutta was the capital of British India during the Board in the country of the British Crown. Thanks to this, the city has become a major center for education, science, art and politics. Nevertheless, the problem of the city is the poverty of the local population. The city hosts one of the most famous and large book fairs in the world.

Among the luxurious gardens in the middle of the Calcutta is located a royal memorial of Victoria. This snow-white quadrangular building was built in honor of Queen Britain Victoria in 1921. The height of the Memorial reaches 56-meters. At the moment, the Victoria Memorial is the current museum.

St. Paul's Cathedral is one of the most fascinating architectural attractions of Calcutta. It is built in neo-style style. The height of its tower is more than 61 meters. The magnificent snow-white cathedral was built in 1847 and is still part of the Anglican Church.

Fort William was built at the very beginning of the British Board in India in 1696. In front of the fort there is a largest public park in Calcutta.

What associations do you have when mentioning such a country as India? Surely it is some kind of mystical images, symbols, exciting minds and imagination. By visiting the large towns of India, you will definitely get something more than just good memories and impressions. After all, even the most ordinary things are perceived in a new way, what to talk about exotic. No one stands in front of her charms.

India

This state of South Asia, consisting of 28 states, in each of which their own national characteristics reign. Seven Union Territories of India is under central subordination. The country is located within three striking geographic areas: Indo-Ganga Plain, the Himalayan mountains and on the Industan Peninsula. Local climate is comfortable at any time of the year, depending on the goals of the trip, therefore are popular for year-round. So let's consider large and truly ancient city of India closer.

New Delhi - Capital

It is here that all the main government agencies of the country are located. In 1991, the population of New Delhi was 294,000 inhabitants. The city is divided into two parts: old and new. Old Delhi in ancient times was the capital of the Indian Muslim state, so there are many old forts, monuments, mosques. The new Delhi is permeated with long shady boulevards - this place is the grave of many empires and the place of birth of the republic, so every visitors feel in the air incomprehensible and fascinating mixing of new and old.

Agra

Many of India cities were previously residences of various empires. Agra, for example, was the capital of Fort Agra was repeatedly mentioned in literary works, captured on art film films. It was in this city that the monument "Love immortal" - Taj Mahal gained his place. This tomb of white marble, looks the same as the 2.5th century ago, is the tourist emblem of India and the most extravagant monument of human love. He was erected by Emperor Shah-Jahan for his second wife, who died in 1631 during the birth of the 14th child.

Jaipur

Taking into account all the cities of India, this is distinguished by its pink tint. Most of the buildings of the old part of Jaipur by order of the Marazhi Far Singha were painted in pink color, symbolizing hospitality. It was done to meet Prince Wales. Among the countless attractions of this city, India can especially highlight the wind palace, the city palace, Hava Mahal and Fort Amber.

Mumbai or Bombay

This is the largest megapolis of the country. If you consider all the seaside cities of India, then Mumbai is the youngest of them. About 15 million people live here. The main tourist area of \u200b\u200bthe city is called Kolaab. Life in this place is boiling: uncountable hotels, restaurants and shops. Bombay is the capital of Indian cinema, shopping and at the same time the financial center of the country. Arriving here, it is necessary to see the gate of India, the Embankment Marin Drive and the most beautiful Asian Station - Victoria. Magic Travel!

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If you arrived in India for the first time, then Delhi, Agra and Jaipur are the most absolutely necessary minimum of seats that you need to visit.

Delhi

Let's start from the capital. Delhi is a metropolis with 13 million inhabitants. In 1911, the Indian capital was postponed from Calcutta. Like any capital, Delhi is a city of contrasts: real slums are combined with colonial chic, and ultra-modern buildings with majestic ancient temples. In the old part of the city there is a top object from the tourist list - the Red Fort Delhi, built during the heyday of the Mughal Empire. In essence, the fort is a city inside the city - in it only the royal palaces six pieces.

In addition, in Delhi, it is possible (or rather - you need) to see:

• the biggest mosque of India Jami Masijid, in the courtyard of which 25 thousand people are placed, and minarets reach a height of 40 m;
• complex Kutab Minar, located 15 km from the capital. Built in the early 12th century, the Great Mogolas, the five-storey Kutab Minar is a cone-shaped tower with a height of 85 m, acknowledged quotes from the Quran. Nearby is a mysterious iron column (7 m and inscriptions in Sanskrit), which two and a half thousand years. Mystery is that the iron column, but not covered with rust.
• the most popular metropolitan temple of Lakshmi Narayan dedicated to Krishna and his wife, patrons of love and family.

Agra

The former capital of the Great Mughal Agra is distinguished by the largest attractions per unit area.

The most famous sight of Agra, a kind of symbol of India - Mausoleum Taj Mahal. Built with Shah, Jayhan in memory of his deceased wife, a white sandstone on the foot of a red sandstone is surrounded by a luxurious garden. Four channels are laid in the garden, symbolizing ways to paradise, a huge pool reflects the Abris of the majestic building, and visitors take off the shoes when entering the mausoleum, as if they were included in the temple.

Two kilometers from the Taj Mahal is the Fort Agra, built in the mid-16th century for the defense of the city, and later became the residence of the Great Mughal. Behind the walls of twenty-meter heights, palaces, terraces, mosques, colonnades and magnificent gardens are hidden.

Located in the vicinity of Agra, Fatechpur Sicry is another former capital of the Great Mughal. The city was built in honor of Chishti Sufia, who focused on the childless Emperor Akbar's birth of a son. When this joyful event finally happened - the emperor laid a new city and moved the capital here. Saint Chishti's tomb attracts many thousands of pilgrims, mostly childless women.

Jaipur - Treasure of India

Jaipur

Jaipur, who is called the "Pink City" was built by Maharadei Savoy Zai SNCHE. His ambitious plan was in the construction of an ideal city, with a layout corresponding to the structure of the Universe. The city is divided into nine sectors, all the streets intersect at right angles, and there are large areas at every intersection. The city surrounds the fortress wall, and in construction, a pink marble of amazing beauty was actively used, actually given the city name.

The city palace of Jaipur (on the square is the seventh part of the city), represents a unique alloy of two architectural schools - Rajaput and Mogolskaya.

The wind palace is the symbol of Jaipur and his main attraction, a luxurious five-story building from pink marble, blurred through, served in the past harem.

Amber Fort, located 11 km from Jaipur - a complex of exquisite palaces, temples, gardens and pavilions, hidden behind the harsh fortress walls.

Nearby is another fort - Jaigra, a kind of "plan B" of those times: in the case of the immediate danger of Raj and the accompanying persons could move from Amber Fort in Jaigra on the confused (for the uninitiated) system of underground strokes.

Another Palace - Jal Mahal is located in the middle of an artificial lake. It was intended for entertainment activities, as well as for hunting waterfowl.

False India is of great interest to tourists. In this country there are thousands of old attractions that will be interested in any traveler. India is home to such religions as Buddhism and Jainism. However, millions of foreign tourists arrive annually in India not only, for example, to visit those places where Buddha preached. In India, there are a large number of attractions, spa resorts, as well as ski and beach resorts.

Geography of India

India is located in South Asia. In the West, India borders with Pakistan, in the northeast - with China, Nepal and Bhutan, and in the East - with Myanmar and Bangladesh. In the south, India is washed by the Indian Ocean, in the southwest - the Arabian Sea. In the south-west of the country there is a Bengal bay. The total area of \u200b\u200bthis country is 3,287,590 square meters. km, including islands, and the total length of the state border - 15 106 km.

India belongs to several islands. The biggest ones are the Lakkadiv, Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Indian Ocean.

On the territory of India from the north to the northeast, the mountain system of Himalayas extended. The highest peak in India is the mountain of Kanchengungung, whose height reaches 8,856 meters.

In India there are several very large rivers - ind (his length is 3,180 km) and Gang (its length is 2,700 km). Among other Indian rivers should also be distinguished by Brahmaputra, Jamunu and Cauchy.

Capital

The capital of India is New Delhi, in which about 350 thousand people now live. New Delhi became the capital of India at the beginning of the 20th century. The "old" city in New Delhi was built in the middle of the XVII century by Emperor Shah-Jahan, the ruler of the Great Mughal Empire.

Official language

Official language in India - Hindi. In turn, English is a "auxiliary state language" in India. In addition, in this country 21 more languages \u200b\u200bhave official status.

Religion

More than 80% of the population of India confess Hinduism. More than 13% of the inhabitants of this country are Muslims, more than 2.3% of Christians, about 2% - Sikhi, and 0.7% - Buddhists.

Public Device of India

According to the current Constitution of 1950, India is the parliamentary republic. Her chapter is the president elected by the Special Collegium for 5 years (this board consists of deputies of parliament and members of state fees).

Parliament in India Two-Palace - Council of states (245 deputies) and the People's Chamber (545 deputies). Executive power in this country belongs to the President, Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers.

The main political parties in India - the Indian National Congress, "Bharacy of Janat Party", the Socialist Party, the Communist Party of India, the National People's Party, etc.

Climate and weather

The climate in India varies from the tropical monsoon in the south to moderate in the north. A great influence on the climate in India is given by Himalayas, the Indian Ocean, as well as the desert of Tar.

In India, three seasons are distinguished:
- From March to June - Summer
- From July to October - Monsp
- From November to February - Winter

The average annual air temperature in India is + 25.3C. The hottest month in India is May, when the average maximum air temperature is + 41c. The coldest month is January, when the average minimum temperature is + 7c. The average annual precipitation is 715 mm.

Average temperature in New Delhi:

January - + 14C
- February - + 17c
- March - + 22c
- April - + 28c
- May - + 34c
- June - + 34c
- July - + 31c
- August - + 30s
- September - + 29c
- October - + 26c
- November - + 20c
- December - + 15c

India sea and oceans

In the south, India is washed by the Indian Ocean, in the southwest - the Arabian Sea. In the south-west of the country there is a Bengal bay. The shared coastline in India, including the islands, is more than 7.5 thousand km.

The average temperature of the sea near Goa, India:

January - + 28c
- February - + 28c
- March - + 28c
- April - + 29C
- May - + 30c
- June - + 29c
- July - + 28c
- August - + 28c
- September - + 28c
- October - + 29c
- November - + 29c
- December - + 29c

Rivers and lakes

In India there are two systems of rivers with different "power" mode. These are the Himalayan Rivers (Ganges, Brahmaputra, etc.) and rivers flowing into the ocean - Godavari, Krishna and Mahanadi.

Also in India also flows one of the longest rivers in the world - ind, whose length is 3,180 km.

As for the lakes, they are not very much in India, but, nevertheless, among them there are very beautiful. The largest Indian lakes are Chilica, Sambhar, Kero, Lockat, and Vural.

History

Neolithic settlements of people on the territory of modern India appeared approximately 8 thousand years ago. In 2500-1900 BC. In Western India, there was the first urban culture that was formed around the cities of Mohenjo Daro, Harapp, and Dhalavir.

In 2000-500 BC. Hinduism is distributed in India, and in the same period a custom system, consisting of priests, warriors, free peasants begins there. Subsequently, caste of merchants and servants were formed.

Approximately the V century BC. In India, there were already 16 independent states - Majajanapada. At the same time, two religions were formed - Buddhism, the founder of which Siddhart Gautama Buddha, and Jainism, who founded Mahavira.

In the VI century BC. Some territories of India were conquered by Persians, and in the IV century, Alexander Macedonian troops conquered some of the northwestern parts of this country.

In the second century BC. Of his heyday reaches the kingdom of Maurev, who conquered several neighboring Indian states.

In the first century BC. Indian kingdoms led trade with ancient Rome. In the VII century, most Indian kingdoms were united by King Harsha into a single state.

In 1526, the Great Mughal Empire was founded on the territory of modern India, the rulers of which were descendants of Genghis Khan and Timur.

In the XVII-XIX centuries, the English East India company, who had even his Orgomnoy Army, hosted on the territory of modern India.

In 1857, the so-called occurred. "Sipaev's uprising" whose discontent just called the East India Company. After the suppression of the "rebellion of Sipaev", the British were eliminated by the East India Company, and India became the colony of the British Empire.

In the 1920s, a massive national liberation movement against the power of the United Kingdom began in India. In 1929, the United Kingdom entered India's rights of the dominion, but it did not help the British. In 1947, India's independence was declared. Part of the Indian territories after a while became an independent state of Pakistan.

India was accepted in the UN back in 1945 (though, then this country was still British India).

Culture

India is a country with a huge cultural heritage. Indian culture provided (and continues to provide influence not only on neighboring countries, but also to other states located far from it.

Until now, in India there is a custom system of society, thanks to which Indian culture retains all its traditional values.

An expression of Indian traditions is music and dancing. Nowhere in the world there is nothing more like.

Tourists in India we recommend that you have to see the local festival and parades that there are a lot there. During festivals, the processions of elephants, musical ideas, "Tigrin Dances", Fireworks, Distribution of Sweets, etc. are often held. The most famous Indian festivals are the festival of onas (devoted to the memory of the mythical king of Bali), "Tea Festival" in Calcutta, "Diwali", "Ratha-Yatra" ("Holiday chariots"), "Dusser" in Delhi, "Ganapati Festival" in honor God Ganesh.

It should also be noted an interesting holiday of the sisters and the Raksha Bandhan brothers, celebrated every year in July. On this day, sisters assign the wrist of brothers with scarves, ribbons that protect against evil forces. In turn, the brothers give their sisters to various gifts and swear to defend them.

Kitchen India

Indian cuisine is known worldwide the use of spices. It is thanks to the Indians in the world various seasonings and spices were distributed, including black pepper and curry.

India is a very big country, and therefore it is not surprising that each of its region has its own culinary traditions. However, for all regions of India is characterized by rice. This product is the basis of Indian cuisine.

It is believed that the inhabitants of India are vegetarians, as required by their religious doctrine. However, meat dishes are quite popular in India, because there are still Muslims in this country. The most famous Indian meat dish is "Tanundori Chickens", when the chicken is marinated in spices, and then bake in a special oven. Other famous Indian meat dishes are "Biriani" (chicken with rice), Gusta (the meatballs stew in yogurt with spices).

In general, meat dishes most often enter the diet of residents of the North India. Fish and seafood are popular in coastal areas, and vegetables - in southern India.

Tourists in India We also recommend also try soup "gave", Wheat soup "Naan", Sabji's vegetable Ragu, Capati's rice pellets and Samba, Kichari (Tilled rice with Masha and Spices), "Jalesibi "(Fritters in syrup)," Rz "(balls from cottage cheese)," Galab-Dzhamun "(yogurt with flour and almond).

Traditional non-alcoholic Indian drinks - Dhai (Prostokwash or Yoghurt), Raita (yogurt with mint and grated cucumber).

Attractions of India

In India, so many attractions that it is difficult for us to highlight the most interesting of them. Perhaps the top ten Indian attractions, in our opinion, may be the following:

The construction of a red fort in Delhi began in 1638, and ended - in 1648. This strengthening was built by the order of the Emperor of the Empire of the Great Mogolov Shah-Jahan. Now the Red Fort is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Taj Mahal was built in 1653 by order of Shah-Jahan, the emperor of the Empire of the Great Mughal. This mausoleum was built 20 thousand people for 20 years. Now Taj Mahal is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Minaret Kutb Minar in Delhi

The height of this brick minaret is 72.6 meters. His construction continued from 1193 to 1368.

Elephant cave near Mumbai

In the cave elephants there is a Underground Temple of Shiva with its sculptures. It was built several thousand years ago. Now the cave elephants are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

The first small temple on the territory of the modern city of Hampi was built in the 7th century AD. He gradually built other religious buildings around him, and after some time there was a huge beautiful temple complex in Hampi.

Harmanndir-Sahib Bole is known as the Golden Temple. This is the most important religious construction for Sikhs. The construction of the "Golden Temple" in Amritsare began in the XVI century. In the XIX century, the upper floors of this temple were covered with gold.

Buddhist monks began to cost their Ajanta caves about the II century BC. These caves were abandoned by about 650 AD. Only in 1819 the British accidentally stumbled upon the cave of Ajanta. Until our days in these caves, unique frescoes are preserved, telling about the life of people in the distant past.

This fort was built near the city of Amber in 1726. According to the legend, once a large gun in the world was placed in Fort Jaigarch (it can be seen now, because an old fort is a museum now).

Palace Raj Hhat in Delhi

In this palace there were cremated Mahatma Gandhi, Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi.

Pearl Mosque in Agra

This mosque in Agra was built in the middle of the XVII century under the emperor Shah-Jahan. No, there are no pearls in this mosque, just her dome is very shine in the sun.

Cities and resorts

The largest Indian cities are Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Calcutta, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Pune, Surat, and Kanpur.

In India, there are a large number of beautiful seaside resorts with magnificent beaches. Sand on Indian beaches white, small. The most popular beach resort in India is Goa. Among other Indian beach resorts, it is necessary to name the following: Andra Pradesh, Gugarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Orissa, Tamil Nad, as well as beaches on Andaman, Nikobar and Lakkadiv Islands.

In India there are several ski resorts that are considered the best in Asia. Of course, with the ski slopes of Austria, Italy and Switzerland, the Winter Resorts of India cannot be compared. However, for those travelers who love to ski, and which at the same time want to meet unique India, - rest in Indian ski resorts will be remembered forever.

The most popular ski resorts in India - Auli, Diara-Bugayl, Mundala, Munchiari, Solang, Narkan, Kufri, and Gulmarg. By the way, the Skiing Season in India continues from mid-December to mid-May.

Many foreign tourists in India come to relax on spa resorts. Indian spa centers offer customers various Ayurvedic programs. Mediums of such spa resorts should, first of all, name Beach & Lake, Ayurma, and Ananda.

Souvenirs / Shopping

Before you go to India, think about what you want to buy there. Otherwise, Indian traders in the bazaars and shops will encourage many different unnecessary goods to you, and you will lose thousands of rupees. Tourists from India We recommend bringing the Indian tea, various incense, bracelets (glass, metal, precious metals), amulets, mascots, souvenir products from marble (for example, a small marble taj mahal), scarves, shawls, sari (traditional Indian dress ), leather shoes, sets of indian dry spicy blends, paint from henna, carpets, musical instruments (for example, drums or elegant wooden flute).

Work hours of institutions

India is among the largest countries on the planet. Along with China, it is considered a dynamically developing state and ranks second in the world in terms of population. The United Nations believes that by 2050 India will overtake China and will become the most densely populated country in the world. The annual growth rate of the population is approaching 2%, while in China population growth is 1.4%. India is a huge country consisting of 29 states, 6 allied territories, more than 600 districts and 7,900 large and small cities. The largest cities of India are striking with dense population, raging activity and at the same time enchant architecture, monuments, landscapes.

Large cities in India:

Mumbai

Financial capital of the country and the Economic Center in India - Mumbai, former Bombay. Here are headquarters of a number of transnational companies, large industrial homes and financial corporations, which makes the city attractive to earn money and attracting foreign employees. In Mumbai there is a stock exchange and a reserve bank of India.

Convenient location on the shores of the Arabian Sea turned the metropolis to a noisy and thriving port. Thanks to its history and a variety of architectural styles, Mumbai attracts a huge number of tourists from all over the world. The Indian "Dream City" is the birthplace of Bollywood - a prosperous film industry, an analogue of American Hollywood.

Delhi

One of the most ancient cities in the world, and now the capital of India is Delhi City. The historical monuments of this city are a unique heritage and represent a high archaeological value. Delhhi was driving many times and recovered again.

The city is two different worlds - ancient and modern. Old Delhi consists of narrow streets and mosques. Government agencies are located in New City, including the Parliament Building, which makes it a diplomatic and government center. Modern Delhi is a noisy megalopolis and a second densely populated city in the country.

The gates of India, the Red Fort, the Lotus Temple are the main attractions of the capital of India, which are made by the popular holiday destination for both tourists and the local population.

Bangalore

Bangalore has the official name of Bangalur, this is the capital of the state of carnatak and the third population of the Indian city. He received the title of the capital after the liberation of India from British colonial domination.

Many decades ago, Bangalore was a tiny place, but with the development of information technologies, many residents of neighboring cities and villages moved here at a permanent residence in search of income and professional perspectives. The modern city of Bangalore is the most advanced telecommunications and software in the industry.

In comparison with other megalopolis in India, it can boast of purity and abundance of vegetation. No wonder the city was assigned the name "Garden".

Chennai

Chennai is located on the shores of the Bengal Bay of the Koromandel coast in the south of India in Tamil Nadu. The city was originally called Madras. Chennai is often compared with Detroit in the United States for his key role in the Indian Automotive Industry. This place is famous for its education system and has the highest literacy in India. Chennai is known as the "gate in South India" and rich in rivers, lakes and canals. There are many both modern architectural structures and ancient temples built in the VII and VIII centuries.

Hyderabad

Hyderabad - the capital of Andhra Pradesh, is known as the "Pearl City". Its rapid growth and development are due to new business opportunities in the field of light industry, information technologies, biotechnology and pharmaceutical studies.

Here are the two largest film studios in the country - Tollywood and Ramcoji. The latter is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the most large-scale film studio all over the world.

Hyderabad is also famous for the cinema with the world's largest IMAX 3D screen.

Tourists attract sights such as Mosque Mecca Masdzhid, the Triumphal Arch of the East, the magnificent palace complexes of Chauchamallai Phalakunum.

In Hyidabarada is the largest in India and South Asia Nehru Zoo.

Calcutta

Calcutta - the capital of Western Bengal and the river port in Delta Ganges. The largest commercial city in East India and the center of numerous private and public sector companies. It has a developed infrastructure, proud of his rich culture. Calcutta is one of the most friendly cities in India. The most famous landmark is the Kali Temple, which is an important sacred place for Hindus.

However, there are a number of environmental problems in the city, many areas are striking with their poverty.

Surat

Surat - City in Gujarat, is considered an important exporter of diamonds in the country and a large city in the textile industry. Surat is also the center of various giant corporations that make a great contribution to the economy of the city. The dynamics of its development is one of the fastest growing in the world.

Indian festivals are often held here, characterized by brightness and enchantment - the holiday of air coins, Ganesh Casturhi, Diwali, Naratri.

Puna

Pune is the cultural capital of Maharashtra. It is one of the fastest growing cities of India and ranks second in the country in terms of quality of life, yielding only Haidarabad. The city is located on the east coast of India just a few hours drive from Mumbai.

Pune is a major center of culture and art, and is also an important economic segment in the field of information technology and the automotive industry. Javaharlal Nehru once called Pune as "Oxford and Cambridge India", since this city is considered the main educational and scientific center of the country.

Jaipur

Jaipur is located in Rajasthan. This is the center of numerous international companies. Known as a "pink city" due to the pink color of the stones used in construction. Thanks to such a unique architecture, Jaipur is considered one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. It is the largest city in the Western Indian state of Rajasthan and enters the famous golden triangle of India.

The main attractions of the city include:

• Jal Mahal is a unique floating palace, 4 floors of which are completely immersed in water, tourists can only observe the upper floors of the building, you can only get here on the boat.
• Fort Nahargarh.
• the building of the Observatory Jantar Matara.

City of GOA

India is known in countless exotic beaches. The state of Goa is the most popular place among tourist destinations, located in the western part of India. It attracts a large number of foreign travelers with its beautiful beaches, picturesque places and historical monuments.

This state has a unique combination of Indian and Portuguese culture. In Indian standards, this is the smallest state that is divided into southern and northern regions.

Panji.

Panji is the capital of Goa, his political, educational and cultural center. There are no skyscrapers in Panja, and old colonial buildings are adjacent to modern buildings. Despite the status of the capital, the city ranks third in India in terms of population.

There is a wide range of entertainment in Panja:

• casino on board a small luxury liner;
• bus tour in the night city, including a river cruise on the river;
• evening cruise on the boat.

On the western side of the city there is a Campal district, which is considered to be its cultural center. There are dance, theatrical and musical programs, art exhibitions and show production.

Vasco da Gama

Vasco da Gama is a port city on the West Coast of Goa. The city was named after the Portuguese researcher and his former vicar of Vasco-da-Gama and more known as Vasco. The city is a key shipping center, more than 30% of ore is exported from this port. Vasco is the only city in the state that is well connected by road, rail, sea and air transport with other settlements.

Numerous leather, textile and jewelry stores decorate the city market, while a long series of cafes and music stores give them a festive atmosphere.

Mapusa

Mapusa is the main commercial center of North Goa after Panja. Traditionally, every Friday in Mapus is a bazaar. Unlike other markets oriented more on tourists, the fair in Mapus has a local flavor and specializes in the sale of agricultural products.

Margao

Margao it is the second largest city in the Indian state of Goa, which is located 33 km from the capital of Panji. It is surrounded by fertile agricultural land.

The city was once a major religious center with dozens of rich temples and magnificent samples of Portuguese churches. Margao Train Station is the largest and most important railway assembly in the state. It is located at the intersection of the railway concon and the southwestern railway, it is called the "Gate of South Goa".

Margao has a bizarre charm and excellent samples of Portuguese architecture. A favorite place of tourists traveling to Margao is the neighboring Beach of the Kolva.

Modern megalopolises and the oldest cities of India are combined with each other in the grace and beauty of Indian-Portuguese architecture, antique monuments and many churches in the colonial style. India is a unique and unique country that has managed to preserve the power and rich heritage of ancient civilization.