1.Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
One of the oldest, most sacred Hindu cities in the world, Varanasi celebrates Ganga Festival during the month of November every year.The festival spans for five days on the banks of Ganges and also acts as a treasure trove for the lovers of Indian culture and craftsmanship.
Other than pilgrims, one finds some of the most celebrated artists like Pandit Birju Maharaj, Kailash Kher performing in Varanasi. Also taking place about during the same time is Dev Deepawali, which is marked by grand aartis and leaves the stairs to the river lit with countless diyas, and the river itself glittering under the reflection of the city.
Major Tourist Attractions: Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Manikarnika Ghat, Assi Ghat, Dashashwamedh Ghat, Dhamek Stupa and Sarnath Museum
Things To Do: Attend Ganga aarti, Take spiritual tour, Bathe in the Ganges, Take morning boat ride and knick and knacks in the local market
How to reach:
Nearest airport from Varanasi: Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (In Varanasi)
Nearest railway station from Varanasi: Varanasi Junction (aka Varanasi Cantonment Railway Station)
2. Bodh Gaya, Bihar
Believed to be the most sacred of Buddhist pilgrimage centers all over the world, the town is landmarked by descendants of the very Mahabodhi Tree under which Lord Buddha achieved enlightenment and the neighboring Mahabodhi temple.
Monks from different parts of the world wearing red attires hum holy scriptures here. The most sanctified spot of the town, Mahabodhi Temple Complex is a treat to the eyes and soul. The months from November to March are considered as the best time to visit Bodhgaya. The temperature stays moderate and Tibetan pilgrims from Dharamshala also make a visit during this time.
Major Tourist Attractions: Mahabodhi Temple Complex, Bodhi Tree, Royal Bhutan Monastery, Thai Monastery, Chinese Temple, Vishnupad Temple and Root Institute for Wisdom Culture
Things To Do: Meditation, Temple hopping and shopping
How to reach:
Nearest airport from Bodhgaya: Gaya Airport (In Bodhgaya)
Nearest railway station from Bodhgaya: Gaya Junction (In Bodhgaya)
3.Sundarbans, West Bengal
The pride of Bengal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sundarbans comes somewhere at the top of every avid traveler’s bucket list.
As monsoons give way to winters, they leave behind the gates to these thick forests open. While the rains made traveling to the mangroves difficult, the much awaited November month bring the most pleasant of temperatures to visit one of the richest and most balanced ecosystems of the country.
Things To Do: Go tiger spotting, Enjoy boat Ride, Olive Ridely turtle in kanak island, Holy dip in Gangasagar and Birds in Sajnekhali Bird Sanctuary
How to reach:
Nearest airport from Sunderbans: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (112 km)
Nearest railway station from Sundarbans: Canning Railway Station (64 km)
4. Kutch, Gujarat
Among the finest places to visit in winter in India, the desert-scape of Kutch opens a wide window for photo ops, as the bright colors of Gujarat come popping. The Rann Utsav (a festival that lasts for 2 to 3 months from Nov to Feb) is where khushbu Gujarat ki (aroma of Gujarat) is most captivating. This is the time when you have a chance to witness the essence of Gujarat. Right from the white desert in the full moon, historical marvels to shopping for handicrafts, this event is nothing less than a much-awaited extravaganza.
Kutch well deserves to be listed among the best places to visit in India in November.
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Major Tourist Attractions: Mandvi Beach, White Desert, The Wild Ass Sanctuary, Aina Mahal, Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Prag Mahal.
Things To Do: Sightseeing, Birdwatching, Watch cultural performances, Jungle safari, Stay overnight in Kutchi home, Camel ride.
How to reach:
Nearest airport from Kutch: Bhuj Airport (70 km)
Nearest railway station from Kutch: Kutch Railway Station (in Kutch)
5.Pushkar, Rajasthan
One of the most popular festivals of Rajasthan, Pushkar Camel Fair allures travelers from around the world, thanks to its colorful and enthusiastic vibes. Other than being main livestock fair, Pushkar Camel Fair entertains the visitors with various quirky competitions such as the longest mustache, camel decoration, cricket, and more.
Pushkar is one of the oldest cities in India. It is considered to be of great religious and cultural importance and comes alive in November. It has a lot of temples with a rare one dedicated to Lord Brahma and a holy lake.
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Major Tourist Attractions: Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, Varaha Temple and Sri Raghunatha Swamy Temple.
Things To Do: Camel safari, Hot air ballooning and Shopping
How to reach:
Nearest airport from Pushkar: Sanganer Airport (150 km)
Nearest railway station from Pushkar: Ajmer Junction (15 km)
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