Since India marks its independence on the 15th August, it would be a good time to look into the country’s and its many diverse culture and traditions. Here are some great places to visit on this special day; the following are historical places to visit, natural attractions and so on.
Delhi
As is usual, the Red Fort in Delhi stands as the focal point for the country’s celebrations of the Independence Day. People flock the event where the Prime Minister hoist the national flag and gives a speech to mark the occasion. In addition to the fort, visit Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi and India Gate, with the ceremonial display of patriotism during the evenings.
Mumbai
With its vivacious feel, Mumbai is an amalgamation of the old and the new, historical and modern structures. There are people swarming around shaking hands with each other and The Gateway of India, one of India’s most historic monuments. Take a walk to the famous Marine Drive, where you get a sobering view of the Arabian Sea or head to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, a World Heritage Site for its marvellous Gothic Structure.
Jaipur
Regarding the Independence Day the Pink City looks its glorious best with lots of Royal flavour. The Amer Fort and City Palace present the glimpse of the Royale Rajasthan is allure. The pin features live folk music and dance, traditional Rajasthani cuisine and a visit to a local fair and parade.
Kolkata
Some of the events of the Independence Day are held in the cultural capital of India, that is Kolkata. The Royal Victoria Memorial hall with a British architectural design is usually used for these celebrations. It is also a good place to visit and get acquainted with the cultural side of this city interesting in terms of literary and artists’ production and with a densely developing program of street performances which occurs at this time of the year.
Bengalur
That is how the two regions of the country – Hyderabad and Bengaluru, the Garden City – celebrate the festival drinking at the Vidhana Soudha, the state legislature building. Discover the beauty of Bangalore through Lalbagh botanical garden and go through the new generation structure which shows of India’s growth and multiculturalism.
Chennai
Taste the traditional flavor with the touch of modernism in the city of Chennai. Marina beach is perfect for watching fire works during the celebration of the independence day and fort St. George gives the view of the colonial era.
These destinations make for a great Independence Day, as each one of them will offer the travelers a different perspective at India from the past and the present. Historical sites, culture, or natural beauty, India has one beauty to sell on this national holiday.