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THINGS TO DO IN INDIA
The number of things you can do and the experiences you can have in India are uncountable. There are thousands of things that can be done within a small state of India. While listing all the things that can be done in India may be an impossible task, we have listed the top 101 things to do in India which are a must for getting a feel of real India. Move away from the usual hill stations and the mall roads therein. There is much more to be explored in this fascinating land. Read on to get some clues about the offbeat India experience that we are referring to
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1. Visit the Taj Mahal The Epitome of Love
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When listing the must things to do in India, you can't leave Taj Mahal out. Built in 17th century, this white marble monument attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world. It is the epitome of love as the world knows it. While a visit to Taj Mahal at any time of the day is exciting, consider visiting it during night, preferably on a full moon night. The charges are a little higher for night visits, but it is worth the experience
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2. Eat at the highway Punjabi Dhaba[/c]-[c=teal]A gastronomical delight
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There is nothing like have a gastronomical delight while on the road. While you are on the highway, especially the Delhi-Chandigarh one, don't forget to have a meal in one of the many Punjabi dhabas, which usually operate 24/7. Murthal, near Sonepat, on NH1 is the hotspot for Punjabi dhabas, Gulshan Dhaba being the most famous of the lot. Don't worry about the hygiene bit though. Just indulge in lip-smacking food
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3. Old Delhi tour and Chandni Chowk Fall in Love with the Chaos
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This is where you get to feel the pulse of Delhi. As you make your way through narrow streets filled with people, you start wonder how people can live in such a chaotic place. But soon enough, you fall in love with the chaos and the liveliness of the place. While in Old Delhi and Chandni Chowk area, do not miss a visit to Paranthe Wali Gali, lip smacking Mutton Burra at Karim's, traditional Indian sweets and a visit to Jama Masjid. A rickshaw ride completes the experience. You will be left thrilled by the way rickshaw puller makes his way through the crowd
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4. Bike trip to Ladakh An Ethereal Experience
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This one is for the adventure enthusiasts. If you love biking, a bike trip to Ladakh is ultimate fun. You start from Manali and make your way through the stunning Rohtang Pass, beautiful Lahual and Spiti Valley, and cross several high mountain passes before entering Ladakh. While in Ladakh, go a bike trip to Khardung La pass, the highest motorable pass in the world. You can take this biking trip to Ladakh only between June to December, as Rohtang Pass remains closed for six months, starting from December
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5. Rural Olympics Punjab Back to the Basics
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Forget Olympics. Punjab plays host to something much more exciting, and rustic, every year. Kila Raipur, a small village in Ludhiana, comes alive between February and March each year, as it plays host to a sports festival- Punjabi style. Hundreds of people throng to this fair, some to watch while others to participate. It is pure fun to watch men fight it out in a game of mud wrestling; to watch a bullock cart race; tractor pulling and so much more. The festival sees as many as 40-50 events spread over 3 days. And it is just the locals who participate in these games. You could even spot some Punjabi teams from Canada fighting it out