The
landscape of India is blessed with uncountable natural wonders, which
increase the beauty of this place phenomenally. Lofty mountains, serene
lakes and rivers, evergreen jungles and mystical caves act as
embellishments to this amazing land of diversity. The wide availability
of these natural marvels only serves as cherry on the cake for a
visitor. Read on to check out a few of the many interesting places of
incredible India.
The Himalayas- A Cynosure of the World
The Himalayas or the "abode of
snow" is the highest mountain range in the world and is distinguished by
its complex geological features, stunning height, rich vegetation,
snowcapped peaks, great valley glaciers and river gorges. As the name
suggests, snow on the peaks of this mountain range never melts down. The
Himalayan range boasts of a huge number of world's major highest peaks.
Mount Everest, located on the Nepal-Tibet border, which is the highest
mountain of the world, forms one of the peaks of the Himalayas. The
other notable peaks are the Mount Godwin Austen and the Kanchenjunga.
The Himalayas form the origin of some of the significant rivers of
India, medicinal plants, rare species of birds and wild animals.
Dal Lake - An Icon of India
Indian
lakes form an integral part of its culture and heritage; they reflect
religious sentiments and serve the purpose of irrigation as well. Dal
Lake, the second largest lake in Jammu and Kashmir, is one of the
attractive lakes for tourism. Being one of the most beautiful sights,
this lake consists of a large number of orchards and gardens along its
shores. The colorful houseboats or the 'shikaras' floating on this lake
provide you with an opportunity to soothe your nerves riding through the
sparkling waters. The exquisite view of the surrounding mountains all
around the lake will make you fall in love with it. During winter, this
lake usually freezes completely unfolding a different scenic beauty
which is hard to ignore.
Kunchikal Falls- A Spectacular Sight
Kunchikal Falls is recognized as
the second highest waterfalls in Asia and the highest tiered waterfalls
in the country. It origins from the Varahi River, in the Western Ghats,
where you can witness some of the rare species of wild life such as the
Indian bullfrog and the Giant Indian squirrel to name a few. Situated
in the Shimoga district of Karnataka, this falls renders the perfect
scenic beauty and an ideal destination for a complete holiday.
Edakkal Caves- A Carved Message
If you want to experience a
place where ancient civilizations recorded their feelings, then Edakkal
Caves are the ones for you. These two natural caves, situated in the
Wayanad district, Kerala, are the rarest examples of the stone-age
carvings. Inside the caves, you will be amazed to see numerous signs,
motifs, and human figures neatly etched out on the rock surface. The
quality and quantity of these carvings found in the interior of the
caves makes them all the more interesting and attractive for the
tourists.
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