Which country in the world can be more diverse than India? With enormous historical monuments, a throng variety of religion, tall mountains, loud beaches, and delicious food. It has everything.
Now there are countless reasons to sit back at home read this article and be occupied in your daily life. But if the beauty of the Union Territories sparks the fire inside of you, then pack your bags and book your flights to India. We urge you to let your traveler loose and visit these extraordinary places this year.
10 seconds guide to the post:
- About
- Festive season
- Climate
- Places of Union Territories (Food, culture, Top spot, the Best time to visit, and airport)
- FAQ
Best Climate to travel:
- November to February – This is the best climate to travel in all the Union Territories except for Leh-Ladhak(Highways are not functional due to landslides and snow.)
What is beautiful in Winters: This is the best climate to travel in India and is a major attraction for foreign tourists. This is the perfect time to book your tickets to India and be an Explorer!
- March to June – Most of the places are too hot to bear in Summers as the maximum temperature reaches 40 degrees.
What is beautiful in Summers: Leh Ladakh is the most beautiful place to travel in summers as the highways are functional.
- July to October – All the places have heavy rain in the Monsoon season traveling in monsoon can be hectic.
Festivals:
- Holi – The festival of colors: 9th -10th March 2020
- Diwali – The festival of lights: 14th November 2020
- Baisakhi in Chandigarh – the anniversary of the founding of Khalsa: 13th April 2020
- Island Tourism Festival in Andaman and Nicobar – 15th January 2020
- Ladakh Festival – the Most famous festival of Ladakh: 25th – 28th September
Andaman and Nicobar Islands — Lakshadweep
Set yourself free on this Island, Andaman and Lakshadweep are home to stunning marine life, exotic beaches blessed with coral reefs, and many magical surprises. Andaman and Lakshadweep island are some of the best beach destinations in the world. Bioluminescence on a moonless night is a breathtaking experience to explore on this island. So book your Last-minute tickets to India to create the best memories of your life.
Best time to visit – November to May
Top place to visit –
- Port Blair
- Havelock Islands
- Baratang Island
- Neil Island
- Ross Island
- Rangat
- The Great Nicobar Island
- Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex
- Scuba Diving
- Snorkeling in Andaman
Famous Food –
- Fish Curry
- Macher Jhol
- Coconut Prawn Curry
- Barbeque Food
- Lobster
- Khadi Crabs
- Tandoori Fish
- Squid Fry
Top cafes –
- Full Moon Cafe
- Annapurna Restaurant
- New Lighthouse Restaurant
- The Bayview at Sinclairs Bay View Port Blair
- Amaya Lounge Bar
- Bonova Cafe And Pub
- Mandalay Restaurant
Airport –
Veer Savarkar International Airport(also recognised as Port Blair Airport) is the International airport.
*Note if you are a Foreign national you will require a valid passport and visa while traveling to Andaman and Lakshadweep island.
Daman and Diu
Daman and Diu are the second smallest Union territories located between the west coast of India and bordered by the Arabian Sea. Devka beach in Daman is the top tourist attraction in the area. The culture and people at this place are majorly the same as that of Gujarat. The Stablest way to reach here is by booking your tickets to the international airport of Gujarat, India. From there you can take a flight to the Diu airport or book a cab.
Best time to visit – October to March
Top place to visit –
- Fort Jerome
- Bom Jesus Church
- Zampa Gateway
- LightHouse
- Jampore Beach
- Devka Beach
- Gangeshwar Temple
- Nagao Beach
Famous Food –
- Dhansak
- Portuguese Food in Diu
- Seafood – Lobsters, fish, and crabs
- Pasta with squid
- Fish stew
- Shrimp Soup
Airport – Diu Airport 3 km away from the center of the Daman city
Ladakh – Leh
Take a ride to the top of the world, traveling to Leh Ladakh will be one of the most startling events of your life. You will be amazed by the beauty of snow-covered mountains, beautiful clear lakes, and roads. With a huge number of tourist spots, Leh Ladakh has become the most loved destination for foreign tourists.
The only time to visit this place is in summers as the rest of the year the highway is not functional. Leh-Ladakh is also home to the maximum number of local festivals in India that include – Losar festival, Ladakh festival, Hemis Tsechu festival, Sindhu Darshan festival.
Best time to visit –
Mid-May to September as the Leh Manali Highway opens up via Rohtang Pass.
A place to visit –
- Zanskar Valley
- Pangong Tso Lake
- Kargil
- Khardung-la Pass
- Nubra Valley
- Magnetic Hill
- Spituk Gompa
- Hemis National Park
- Shanti Stupa
- Hemis Monastery
- Royal Leh Palace
- Moonland
- Chadar Trek
- Diskit Monastery
- Stakna Monastery
- Phyang Gompa
- Likir Monastery
- Phugtal Monastery
Famous Food –
- Chutagi. One of the most famous and signature dishes of Ladakh Skew. d like
- Paba
- Gur Cha/ Butter Tea/ Taza
- MoMo
- Thukpa
- Tapu
Airport – Kushok Bakula Rimpochee
Pondicherry
Pondicherry is located on the east coast of Tamil Nadu(south of India). When you enter this place one quick question that will arise in your mind is – “Is it India or France”. This territory has been home to the Former French Colonies and french style villas in the past.
This place is also renowned for its culture and the welcoming nature of the local people. The best time to visit Pondicherry is in the winter-monsoon season. You can relax and scuba dive and also remember to take a tour of the old French Architecture in the city to be mesmerized.
*Note – Pondicherry is a lot different than Goa, party places in Pondicherry are almost non-existent.
Best time to visit – October to March
A place to visit –
- Pondicherry University Beach
- Matrimandir, Auroville
- Auroville Market
- Auroville Bakery and Boulangerie
- Paradise Beach
- Chunnambar Boat House
- Serenity Beach, Pondicherry
- Arikamedu, Pondicherry
- Scuba diving and water sports
Famous Food –
- Kadugu Yerra
- Quiche
- Palpayasam
- Soybean Dosai
- Vegan Chocolates
Airport – Pondicherry Airport
Chandigarh
Being the first planned city of India, Chandigarh will amaze you with the urban design and architecture. Traveling from one place to the other is easy as it is rare you will find yourself in traffic jams. This Union Territory is also loved by tourists as it hosts many popular destinations in its surroundings like Kausalli, Manali, Shimla, and Dharamsala, etc. Eating, shopping and partying at night can be one of the best experiences in this city.
Best time to visit – October to March
A place to visit –
- The Rock Garden
- Sukhna Lake
- Elante Mall
- Timber Trail
- Chandigarh Rose Garden
- ISKCON Temple
- Government Museum
- Art Gallery
- Terraced Garde
Famous Food –
- Aloo Parantha
- Butter Chicken
- Chole Bhature
- Masala Channa
- Saarso Ki Saag
- Tandoori Chicken
- Lassi
- Soya Chaap
- Amritsari Kulcha
Airport – Chandigarh International Airport
Dadra and Nagar Haveli — Silvassa
Dadra and Nagar Haveli is located in the western part of the country, that compromises of two separate divisions where Dadra consists of 3 villages and Nagar consists of 69 villages. Silvassa is the capital of this Union territory. This place was under Portuguese rule for over 150 years. Hence it is a common sight here for you to find the Portuguese influence still alive mixed with the Indian culture.
Best time to visit – November to March
A place to visit –
- Dudhni Lake
- Swaminarayan temple
- Nakshatra Garden
- Deer Park
- Khanvel
- Tribal Cultural Museum
- Korigad Fort
- Silvassa Vasona Lion Safari
Famous Food –
- Ubadiyu
- Gujarati Thali
- Khaman Dhokla
- Seafood – Crab, Fish curry
Airport – Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai is the nearest airport to this place
FAQ
- Do you need a passport to travel to Andaman and Nicobar?
If you are a foriegn national you need to have a valid passport and Visa to travel here. Indian travelers don’t require a passport to travel to Andaman and Nicobar.
- How can I reach Dadra and Nagar Haveli by flight?
To reach Dadra and Nagar haveli you need to book your tickets to Mumbai, India. From here you can easily take a cab to this place.
- Is non-veg food easily available in India?
Mutton, lamb and chicken are easily available in India. Beef and Pork are not largely popular here to religious reasons of the Hindu and Muslim community.
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