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Beautiful Beaches These days, India’s beaches are where it’s all happening. It is true that India does have some extraordinarily picturesque beaches that off er everything from action to seclusion and, of course, parties. The best Indian beaches can be found on the west coast. With the soothing environment, swaying palm trees and golden sands, these beaches attract a number of vacationers all around the year. Kerala and Goa are the topmost beach destinationsin India visited by international tourists. You can enjoy a sunset, water sports, party at shacks and more at these locations. way to discover the real fortune of Indian history. Every fort in India off ers a diff erent architectural style, which tells a lot about the era during which it was constructed. The topmost palaces and forts to visit in Rajasthan are Mehrangarh Fort, Jaisalmer Fort, Junagarh Fort, Agra Fort, Amer Fort, Jal Mahal Fort and the Red Fort, all showcasing the perfect blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture. The southern part of India is known for its attractive temples, but has also earned its name for some royal forts that attract tourists on their tour of South India. States like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka are home to some of the most beautiful forts that are a must to visit on a tour to South India. The forts present in Kerala were built by the Dutch and British. In Goa, there are various forts and churches built by the Portuguese. Mussoorie Forts & Palaces It is a well-known fact that India is admired for its historical monuments. Of all these historic monuments, forts are the most appealing. India is dotted with a number of forts which speak volumes of the country’s rich and magnifi cent past. A visit to the forts of India is the best Jaisalmer Fort 38 • INDIA-MALAWI • 2019 Hill Stations: India has some pretty and untouched hill stations, which are not only perfect to retire to and settle down in, but also make for a delightful and unforgettable vacation. With the Himalayas, Vindyas, and Aravalis, India proudly claims a number of hill stations in most parts of the country. Hill stations were mostly set up in India by the British to get a respite from the heat and humidity of the low-lying areas of the country. These hill stations have now transformed into popular vacationing spots where travelers from within as well as outside the country visit. The major hill stations in India are Nainital, Mussoorie, Ooty, Coorg, Lonavala, Manali, Coonoor, Khajjiar, Shimla, Mount Abu, Khandala, Mahabaleshwar, Munnar, Auli, Kasauli, Kashmir, and Srinagar. 