Durga Puja is one of the most important and well-celebrated festivals of the Bengali community. Pandals in West Bengal and many other parts of India are erected as early as two months ahead of the actual Puja days. The festival is celebrated to pay homage to the Hindu Goddess, Durga. Although, the festival is mainly celebrated in West Bengal, there are also many other places in India where Durga Puja is celebrated. Therefore, if you have been wondering places to visit in India where to celebrate Durga puja, then here is a list for you:

1. Kolkata, West Bengal

When we talk about Durga Puja, not mentioning Kolkata would be just unfair. Kolkata is the most famous city for Durga Puja. From pandal hopping to eating sumptuous Bengali cuisines, from wearing new clothes to visiting relatives and friends, Durga Puja is all about fun in this city. The city looks stunning on these four days of Puja. No matter at what time you are going out of your home, you will always find people having some of their best time during these days. 

2. Delhi

Delhi witnesses one of the best Durga Puja celebrations in India. To see the vibrancy of Durga Puja, you can visit C.R. Park, where you will feel as if you are in Kolkata. From the pandals to the variety of authentic Bengali cuisines, you can see a huge crowd in C.R. Park these four days.  You can see the other side of Durga Puja, which is celebrated in Ramlila Maidan, where Ravana’s effigies are burnt on Dussehra. People from all sections of the society gather at Ramlila Maidan to witness this celebration. 

3. Ahmedabad, Gujarat

People in Ahmedabad celebrate this time differently, remembering Lord Ram killing over Ravana. Throughout the festival, you can see fireworks all through the night. Stages are erected where dramas are performed. People take part in those dramas, songs, and dances where they recite the life of Ram and how he killed Ravana. You can also see Dandiya being performed in several corners of the city.

4. Mumbai, Maharashtra

Mumbai is one of the top places to visit in India to enjoy Durga Puja. The trend of Durga puja here was started by Bengalis who could not manage to go to their home in Bengal during Puja. Therefore, they erected pandals in Mumbai itself started Durga Puja just like in Kolkata. You can see quite many celebrities coming to pandals during these four days.

5. Pune, Maharashtra

Visit pandals in Pune during Durga Puja and you will fall in love with the cultural programs such as music, dance, drama, etc. You must try the bhogs that are served to Goddess Durga, especially the Nabami bhog.

Best Places to visit in India during Durga Puja celebration in 2022

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In this world of social media, nothing matters more than having the perfect Instagram feed. People often spend large amounts of money to find the ideal foreign location for their perfect photoshoot. However, some absolutely stunning and beautiful places in our country often are overlooked.

Ladakh, one of the most stunning holiday destinations in India is a picturesque paradise for travellers. Every corner of this destination is a picture-perfect sight you wouldn’t be able to get enough of. The turquoise blue lakes, rainbow mountains, cold deserts, snow-capped hills and valleys full of green fields and yellow mustard farms- Ladakh is all this and a lot more! . With the stunning snow-covered mountains serving as its backdrop, this clear blue lake looks gorgeous from every angle.Known to change its colour according to the sky, this crystal clear lake serves as a mirror, allowing a unique viewing and photography experience. A snap by Pangong Lake is everything you will need to brighten up your Instagram feed.

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Instagrammable Locations: Pangong Lake

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Turkey is a country with a rich history, fascinating culture, and awesome natural beauty. You might not have ever considered it a place to go on vacation. But once you get to know more about this transcontinental jewel, you’ll waste no time planning your trip. 

Whether you’re into adventure, watersports, the great outdoors, historical sites, or just good food you’ll find everything you’re looking for here. So join us as we look at the top reasons to make Turkey your next vacation destination. Once you’ve seen enough of Turkey on the ground, take it to the next level and see it from the sky. You won’t soon forget the thrill of floating up, up, and away in a beautiful balloon. Turkey is known for its hot air balloon rides. And we can see why, with such beauty to gaze down on from on high. 

There are several hot air balloon ride facilities available, and with each one, you will see a different landscape beneath. In Goreme in Cappadocia, the rocky terrain is dotted with rock castles and more than 200 cave hotels.

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Exhilarating Hot Air Balloon Rides : Turkey

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Diwali is one of the biggest festivals in India and works as a great unifier since everybody gets into the festive spirit with religious rituals, sweets, celebrations, gifts and of course, bursting crackers! Diwali is a time for families to come together in this celebration of life and the triumph of good over evil. This Diwali why not witness the grandeur with which this auspicious occasion is celebrated in other cities.

You should definitely witness the breathtaking celebrations in Jaipur which start right from Dhanteras. The Nahargarh Fort and other popular landmarks offer amazing views of the lighting that encompasses the entire city and also the fireworks. Not only this, the city bazaars brim with musicians playing folk favorites and some really meticulously made lamps and other artifacts. Indulge in the finest Marwari cuisine and shop for attractive souvenirs and handicrafts on your sojourn through Jaipur. You will also fall in love with the beautiful lakes of Udaipur that glow and shimmer with the reflections of fireworks and the lights of the palaces. Both these places offer regal celebrations of Diwali that just cannot be matched! You will find many budget hotels in Jaipur including FabHotel Padmavati Palace Mansarovar, FabHotel Dior Pink City, FabHotel Panchsheel Ajmer Road and FabHotel Saneer Jaipur Airport among others. You can also find several reasonable Udaipur hotels including FabHotel Vatika Inn Gulab Bagh Road.

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Celebrate Diwali 2022 : Jaipur

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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi  is a mostly indoors theme park located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is the world’s first Ferrari-themed park and features Formula Rossa, the world's fastest roller coaster. The foundation stone for the park was laid on 3 November 2007. Developed by Aldar Properties and constructed by BESIX Group subsidiary Six Construct, it took three years to develop the park until it was officially opened to the public on 4 November 2010.

Home to the fastest rollercoaster on the planet, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi recognizes your need for speed with an adrenaline rush around every corner. Feel the passion and the pulse-racing energy in the heart of Abu Dhabi. Featuring over 40 record-breaking rides and thrilling attractions, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi offers an epic experience that will give everyone from families to racing enthusiasts that Ferrari feeling in its purest form.

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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi - Ferrari Branded Theme Park

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In India, temples are a common sight, as our country has a very high percentage of Hindus. However outside India they are not so common. They do exist in almost every country but still the kind of footfall one gets to see in the temples in India, especially during festivals, it's nowhere else to be seen in the world. But, there are some temples outside India that are very famous and known for different reasons, like grandeur, ancestry, architecture etc. 

Angkor Wat' (or, ‘Angkor Vat'), a temple complex in Cambodia is the largest religious monument of the world. The country lies in the South-East Asia and ‘Angkor Wat' is its prime tourist attraction, so much so that one can see the image of it on the country's flag also. Angkor Wat is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and was built by the Khmer King Suryavarmanam II in the early 12th century. The temple is considered as World Heritage Site by UNESCO and can be seen listed on its website as well. The temple is admired for its grandeur and harmony of the architecture, its bas-relief structures and the number of ‘devtas' sculpted on its walls. Angkor Wat is an enormous Buddhist temple complex located in northern Cambodia. It was originally built in the first half of the 12th century as a Hindu temple. Spread across more than 400 acres, Angkor Wat is said to be the largest religious monument in the world.

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Hindu Temples Outside India : Angkor Wat

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Thailand is known to be one of the most favorite shopping destinations across the globe because it has everything from traditional Thai products and antiques to silk products and incredible ornaments. Thailand shopping is one of the main reasons catering to the huge tourist population in Thailand. Besides being an ideal destination for friends, family, and couples, Thailand is also a shopper’s paradise beyond a doubt.

With the numerous lively and colorful places for shopping in Thailand, you can go for high market names and amazing bargains at once. For blissful shopping experiences, Thailand caters to customers of every kind with fancy malls, weekend bazaars, night markets, and floating bazaars.

With an awe-inspiring plethora of Thai products, the Land Of Smiles is a shopper’s paradise. Every mall, street market, and weekend bazaar is full of goods to surprise you. Following are some of the products to buy here. Make sure to bring along a huge, empty suitcase on your Thailand trip!

Some of the best things to buy in Thailand include:

• Thai Spices and Sauces: Enjoy authentic and unique flavors at home
• Elephants as Souvenirs: Wooden and home decor items with carvings of elephants, the symbol of Thailand
• Thai Silk: Wheel the deals in a wide variety of silks in Thailand. Silk products are a must buy on a trip to Thailand
• Handmade Thai Jewelry: Thailand has an impressive collection of exquisite jewelry. Ornaments are one of the best items to buy in Thailand
• Ceramics and Pottery: Bencharong Porcelain and Sangkhalok stoneware are the two most famous ceramics offered by shops in Thailand
• Wooden Furniture and Carvings: Fancy wooden carvings and furnishings made up of teak in Chiang Mai, the furniture capital of Thailand
• Thai Food, Snacks, and Sweet Treats as Souvenirs and Gifts: Gift your friends some coconut candies, sweet bites, dried durian, and chocolates in the shape of traditional Thai Tuk Tuk. Travelers can indulge in a culinary experience at the many Indian restaurants in Bangkok
• Muay – Thai Shorts: You do not need to actually learn boxing to buy these boxing Muay-Thai shorts while shopping in Thailand
• Wickerwork: An exclusive Thailand buy is Wickerwork. Local plants like bamboo, rattan, and bulrush are turned into beautiful carvings and woven handbags
• Thai Loincloth: Made up of either cotton or silk, Thai Loincloth is very versatile and has been a part of Thailand clothing since ancient times
• Antiques: Buy elegant antique silverware, wooden carvings, pottery, and more from some reputed shops and spoil the antique lover in you.

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Thailand Shopping : Heaven For Shopaholics

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