Top India Places

{"_id": "top-india-2022-09-28", "listData": {"name": "topIndia-2022-09-28", "slug": "topindia-2022-09-28", "db": "MSTRAVELDB", "collection": "LISTS", "status": "WIP", "cat": "Place", "rank": "1", "title": "Top India Places", "tagline": "Discover the Places of 2022", "description": "Explore the Top Places of 2022", "date": "2022-09-28 19:09:15.692168", "data": "https://www.amazon.co.uk/Best-Sellers-MP3-Downloads/zgbs/dmusic/digital-music-album/", "cta": "/places", "year": "2022", "image": "https://siems.s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/MSTRAVEL/places.jpg", "totalListItems": 39}, "listItems": [{"_id": "welcome-to-funly-india", "rank": 1, "title": "Welcome to Funly India", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/welcome-to-funly-india/", "slug": "welcome-to-funly-india", "description": "India’s top places, hotels, maps, images and videosFunky India is a remarkable online guide, giving travellers plenty of information and facts about the fabulous country of India. It includes some of the country\u2019s best destinations and experiences, top hotels , maps, images and videos. Some of the key destinations include Mumbai, Goa, Kerala, Pondicherry and Dheli.Book Now", "categories": ["funky-india", "india", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/india.jpg"}, {"_id": "indias-top-destinations", "rank": 2, "title": "India’s top destinations", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/indias-top-destinations/", "slug": "indias-top-destinations", "description": "From bustling Mumbai to peaceful RishikeshIndia is packed with a variety of architectural and cultural attractions such as the world famous Taj Mahal in Agra, numerous amazing natural wonders such as the beaches of Goa and the backwaters of Kerala, or charming religious cities such as Varanasi.There are numerous sights to be discover in every state, big or small, all over the country. The following is Funky India\u2019s top pick of the country\u2019s top attractions:Taj Mahal : the splendid marble tomb in Agra, consider the most iconic sight in IndiaVaranasi : known as the world\u2019s oldest inhabited city with some 5,000 years history, as well as India\u2019s most important religious sight, being the birth place of Hinduism.Goa : the number one Indian resort destination packed with some spectacular beaches and natural beauty , as well as a lovely Portuguese influenced architecture.Kochi : one of the most amazing destination in Kerala offering spectacular beaches and the unique house boat experience on its backwaters.Pondicherry : once a popular French colony it is a sought after spiritual destination with a remaining French bistro vibeSundarbans: world’s largest mangrove forest, home to the remarkable Royal Bengal tigers and estuarine crocodiles.Hill Stations: surrounded with some of the country most spectacular natural beauty in the northern stations of Darjeeling, Shimla and Shillong.Srinagar : capital city of the Jammu and Kashmir state surrounded by the Himalayas mountain range and next to the amazing Dal lakeAndamans : spectacular island considered a sought after resort destination within the Bay of Bengal.Mumbai (Bombay): India\u2019s Bollywood and financial capitalBook Now", "categories": ["destinations", "india", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/india-top-destinations.jpg"}, {"_id": "indias-top-experiences", "rank": 3, "title": "India\u2019s top experiences", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/indias-top-experiences/", "slug": "indias-top-experiences", "description": "The country has everything to blow your mind, guaranteeing you a unique and memorable journeyIndia\u2019s is one of the best countries to discover if you are looking for some remarkable experiences. From world class attractions, to large metropolis , passing by unique tigers and elephant reserve, the country has everything to blow your mind, guaranteeing you a unique and memorable journey.India\u2019s top experiences include:Get lost in Mumbai street JungleExperience the train journey across IndiaDiscover Kochi Portuguese heritage and navigate the backwaters on a house boatLearn about the French heritage of ChennaiVisit the impressive Taj Mahal in AgraRelax and meditate in the north near the Himalayan mountainsCheck out the Bengali tigers at the Bandhavgarh or Ranthambore tiger reserves.Immerse yourself in the sacred religious city of VaranasiBook Now", "categories": ["experiences", "india", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/india-top-experiences.jpg"}, {"_id": "indias-top-cities", "rank": 4, "title": "India\u2019s top cities", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/indias-top-cities/", "slug": "indias-top-cities", "description": "From Bollywood to India\u2019s state capitalThe following are some of the India’s most important cities:Mumbai (Bombay): India\u2019s Bollywood and financial capitalDelhi : India\u2019s state capitalBengaluru : India\u2019s silicon valley also known as the garden cityChennai (Madras) : India\u2019s car production capitalJaipur: the Pink City and home to the Hindu Rajput cultureKochi (Cochin) : a once an important international trade transformed into the gateway of the sandy beaches and backwatersKolkata (Calcutta): India\u2019s cultural capital known as The City of JoyVaranasi: India\u2019s religious capital located on the banks of the Ganges and considered world\u2019s oldest continually inhabited citiesShimla: once summer capital of British India within the Himalayan foothillsBook Now", "categories": ["cities", "india", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/india-top-cities.jpg"}, {"_id": "indias-top-natural-wonders", "rank": 5, "title": "India’s top natural wonders", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/indias-top-natural-wonders/", "slug": "indias-top-natural-wonders", "description": "From the Himalayas world’s tallest moutain range to the unique Kerala backwatersAs its people, the Geography of India is one of the world’s most diverse. From the snow-capped Himalayas in the North West to the beautiful beaches of Goa or unique backwaters of Kerala, it has plenty to enchant the visitors in term of natural beauty and diversity. It has a very long coastline, where some of India’s most important touristic and economic centres are located. Indeed it is where Mumbai, Goa and Cochin are located on the western Arabian Sea coast, as well as the French influenced Chennai and Pondicherry on the eastern Indian Ocean front.India’s top natural wonders include:Himalayas: the tallest mountain range in the worldGoa: India’s favorite beach holiday destinationKerala backwaters: auniquenetwork of rivers and lakesGanga: India’s most famous riversYamuna (Jamuna)Sindhu (Indus) : river which flow through Punjab considered the crib of India’s civilization flourishedBrahmaputra: Himalayan river which flows through Assam in the northeast of IndiaAravalli: mountain range South of Punjab which cuts Rajasthan into twoThar desert: western Rajasthan natural wondersVindhyas: Madhya Pradesh start of the southern peninsula Deccan plateauSahyadri: home to the Western and the Eastern GhatsDandakaranya: forest covering the states of Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand in the northern tip of Andhra PradeshBook Now", "categories": ["india", "natural-wonders", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/india-top-natural-wonders.jpg"}, {"_id": "indias-top-sights", "rank": 6, "title": "India’s top sights", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/indias-top-sights/", "slug": "indias-top-sights", "description": "India\u2019s best attractions including top sights, cites and natural wondersThe following is all of Funky India\u2019s attractions including top sights, best cites, and most amazing natural wonders, listed in alphabetic order:Andamans : spectacular island considered a sought after resort destination within the Bay of Bengal.Aravalli: mountain range South of Punjab which cuts Rajasthan into twoBishnupur : home to the terracotta temples as well as being the center for classical Bishnupur Gharana musicBodh Gaya: a Buddhist holly place known for being the place where the Buddha attained enlightenmentBrahmaputra: Himalayan river which flows through Assam in the northeast of IndiaDandakaranya: forest covering the states of Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand in the northern tip of Andhra PradeshEllora/Ajanta : considered a religious destination for both the Hindus and the Buddhists, and home to magnificent monasteries and temples, some built in rocks and cavesGanga: India\u2019s most famous and holly riverGangtok : lovely hill-station and capital city of the Sikkim stateGoa : the favorite Indian resort destination packed with some spectacular beaches and natural beauty , as well as a lovely Portuguese influenced architecture.Golden Temple : a spectacular gold plated shrine in Amritsar, considered one of Sikhism’s holiest destinationsHampi: home to the remarkable ruins of the Vijayanagara empireHill Stations: surrounded with some of the country most spectacular natural beauty in the northern stations of Darjeeling, Shimla and Shillong.Himalayas: the tallest mountain range in the worldJaisalmer : a unique Indian city located in the heart of the Thar DesertKerala backwaters: auniquenetwork of rivers and lakesKhajuraho : considered the birth place of Kamasutra, offering numerous temples packed with a variety of erotic sculptures .Kochi : one of the most amazing destination in Kerala offering spectacular beaches and the unique house boat experience on its backwaters.Konark: a UNESCO World Heritage site built in a Kalingan Architecture as a Sun TempleLake Palace: a magnificent palace situated within UdaipurLeh : one of the world\u2019s highest inhabited city offering breathtaking views of the surroundingsMeenakshi : a breathtaking Hindu temple situated in the French influenced MaduraiNalanda : once home to the world\u2019s oldest university, before being complete ruined during the Muslim invasions and today considered a key destination for BuddhismPondicherry : once a popular French colony it is a sought after spiritual destination with a remaining French bistro vibeSahyadri: home to the Western and the Eastern GhatsSangla Valley : perhaps the world\u2019s most beautiful valley located within the upper regions of Himachal Pradesh, offering breathtaking landscapes viewsSindhu (Indus) : river which flow through Punjab considered the crib of India’s civilization flourishedSrinagar : capital city of the Jammu and Kashmir state surrounded by the Himalayas mountain range and next to the amazing Dal lakeSundarbans: world’s largest mangrove forest, home to the remarkable Royal Bengal tigers and estuarine crocodiles.Taj Mahal : the splendid marble tomb in Agra, consider the most iconic Indian sightThar desert: western Rajasthan natural wondersTirupati Balaji : considered the world\u2019s richest religious temple within Andhra PradeshVaranasi : known as the world\u2019s oldest inhabited city with some 5,000 years history, as well as India\u2019s most important religious sight, being the birth place of HinduismVindhyas: Madhya Pradesh start of the southern peninsula Deccan plateauYamuna (Jamuna)Book Now", "categories": ["india", "sights", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/india-top-sights.jpg"}, {"_id": "indias-top-hotels", "rank": 7, "title": "India’s top Hotels", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/indias-top-hotels/", "slug": "indias-top-hotels", "description": "Some of the world’s most luxurious hotelsThe Indian Oberoi hotels are some of the world\u2019s best, with the Oberoi Vanyavilas toping the World\u2019s Best Hotels list and three others hotels of the same chain following in Jaipur, Mumbai and Udaipur. There are also four palaces on the list, with the Taj Mahal Palace and Tower in Mumbai obtaining the highest scores.ITC Mughal, Agra, IndiaOberoi Amarvilas, Agra, IndiaOberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur, IndiaRambagh Palace, Jaipur, IndiaUmaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur, IndiaTaj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai, IndiaThe Oberoi Mumbai, Mumbai, IndiaTaj Mahal Hotel New Delhi, New Delhi , IndiaTaj Palace Hotel New Delhi, New Delhi, IndiaThe Imperial New Delhi, New Delhi, IndiaThe Oberoi New Delhi, New Delhi, IndiaOberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur, IndiaTaj Lake Palace, Udaipur, IndiaVivanta by Taj \u2013 Malabar, Kochi, IndiaBook Now", "categories": ["hotels", "india", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/india-top-hotels.jpg"}, {"_id": "top-mumbai", "rank": 8, "title": "Top Mumbai", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/top-mumbai/", "slug": "top-mumbai", "description": "From grandiose Victoria Station to famous Bollywood Film CityAs one of India\u2019s primary business and tourist hub, Mumbai has an abundance of attractions most located around the central area of South Mumbai, including: Gateway of India: Mumbai\u2019s most iconic sightColaba Causeway: the lively commercial Shahid Bhagat Singh RoadKhala Ghoda: art precinct home to the museums, the High Court and the Clock Tower Prince of Wales Museum: officially known as Shyama Prasad Mukherjee ChowkChowpatty beach: sandy coast within the western tip of the Marine DriveVictoria Station: the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) set within a colonial buildingWellington Fountain: now the Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Chowk roundaboutMahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat: Mumbai\u2019s unique open air laundryHaji Ali: Mumbai\u2019s floating tomb and Mosque Malabar hill: south Mumbai\u2019s highest point home to the Tower of Silence and the Hanging GardensMani Bhavan Gandhi Museum: a tribute to one of India\u2019s most celebrated figureTown Hall: set within a remarkable building home to the Asiatic Society of BombayGeneral Post Office: Mumbai central post office set within a beautiful buildingDabbawallahs of Mumbai: one of the world\u2019s most efficient food delivery serviceCrawford Market: one of the busiest and most famous markets in South MumbaiMumbai Stock Exchange: India\u2019s finance epicentre within Kala GhodaBanganga: part of the Walkeshwar Temple Complex within the Malabar HillFilm City: home to Mumbai\u2019s famous Bollywood ProductionsElephant Island: famous for its UNESCO World Heritage 6th-century cave templesSanjay Gandhi National Park: home to birds, fauna and Buddhist cavesBook Now", "categories": ["cities", "mumbai", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/top-mumbai.jpg"}, {"_id": "top-goa", "rank": 9, "title": "Top Goa", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/top-goa/", "slug": "top-goa", "description": "AgondaSome of the most important sights in Goa in alphabetic order include: Agonda: a peaceful southern beach desination often referred to as Turtle BeachAnjuna: a charming coastal town known for its flea marketBeaches: Goa has some of the most exciting beaches in the country. Click here to discover the best rated coastal destinations.Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary: exciting natural park home to wild boars and Indian bisonCabo de Rama: an old Portuguese fort located near AgondaPalolem: a charming village south of Agonda famous for its breathtaking natural bayCalangute: one of the most sought after resort town in North Goa, known as the Queen of BeachesCanacona: southern coastal destinations with scenic natural beautyCandolim: small resort village to the north of GoaChapora : home to the hilltop Chapora fort in the northern part of GoaDona Paula: a favorite beach destination south of PanajiDudh Sagar Waterfall: one of the world’s highest waterfalls 60 kilometers east of PanajiFort Aguada: well-preserved seventeenth-century on Sinquerim BeachMapusa: large city of Northern Goa with a colourful Friday MarketMargao: primary railway station and important tourist hub for Goa long idyllic coastlineMuseums and art galleries: Goa has a number of great artistic sitesOld Goa: a lovely colonial town with sixteenth century churches, convents and monumentsPanaji : the charming capital of the Goa state with plenty of colonial heritageMiramar Beach: a popular beach destination only a few kilometers west of PanajiPonda: known as the cultural city of Goa and surrounded by green villages and spice farmsVasco Da Gama: city home to Goa’s only airport and tourist hub for the various resorts townWild life sanctuaries: such as the Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary, the Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and the Mahavir Wildlife SanctuaryBook Now", "categories": ["cities", "india", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/top-goa.jpg"}, {"_id": "top-kerala", "rank": 10, "title": "Top Kerala", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/top-kerala/", "slug": "top-kerala", "description": "From its remarkable backwaters to the idyllic palm fringed beaches next to KovalamFor such as small state, Kerala has numerous attractions to impress its visitors, from its remarkable backwaters around Kumarakom to the idyllic palm fringed beaches next to Kovalam and Varkala, passing by hill stations and numerous historic and cultural sights such as the Bekal Fort or the charming town such as Kochi. It is proud of its breathtaking natural beauty, a perfect mix forest, waters and mountains, as well as being the first Indian state to make tourism an industry and bring to life various ecotourism initiatives. Some of the most sought after sights in Kerala include in alphabetic order: Backwaters: a complex network of rivers, lakes and canals, within the central Kerala region of Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kollam and Punnamada Beaches : idyllic sun and sea destination within the southern regions of Kovalam and VarkalaBekal Fort: an impressive and massive Portuguese fort on the coast of North KeralaCities : such as Thiruvanantapuram, Kochi and Kozhikode, ideal to catch a traditional theatrical performances or for shoppingFort Cochin: once an important trading-post, it is today packed with various cultural and historic sites including plenty of colonial buildings influenced by Portuguese, Chinese, Jewish, Syrian, Christians and Muslim merchants, visitors, traders and settlers.Kathakali : home to some of Kerala’s most vibrant traditions including religious plays, dances, martial arts and delicious cuisineHeritage and Historic sites: such as the Padmanabhapuram Palace, the Mattancherry Palace, and various colonial forts and townsHill stations: including Munnar, Wayanad, Wagamon, Peermade, Nelliampathi and PonmudiKannur: home of “they yam”, a unique ancient ritual for spirit possessionKovalam: home to one of the worlds’ most famous beach and once a major hippie destination.Kumarakom: the epicentre of the popular backwater tourism and home to various luxury resorts especially around KottayamMunnar: one of Kerala’s most authentic hill station surrounded by misty mountains, home to various tea plantationsNational parks : with their pristine forests, waterfalls and caves such as the Periyar park, the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary or the Eravikulam National ParkPilgrim destinations : including Sabarimala Temple, Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvanantapuram, Guruvayoor Temple, Chettikulangara Temple, Vadakumnathan Temple in Thrissur, Sarkara Devi Temple, Padanilam Parabrahma Temple in Oachira, Beemapally mosque, Malayattor Church and Parumala ChurchPonmudi: a charming hill station offering amazing natural beautySilent Valley National Park: one of Kerala’s most beautiful rain forest, home to a variety of protected and endangered speciesThekkady : a lush forest home to a variety of species including elephants and Tigers within the Periyar ReserveVarkala: offering some of the most breathtaking beaches and spectacular views surrounded by spectacular large cliffs.Waterfalls and Dams: spectacular natural beauty in the various national parksWildlife Sanctuaries: including Wayanad for elephants and Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary for bird watchingBook Now", "categories": ["cities", "india", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/top-kerala.jpg"}, {"_id": "top-delhi", "rank": 11, "title": "Top Delhi", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/top-delhi/", "slug": "top-delhi", "description": "capital and most important city in IndiaSome of Delhi most sought after sights include:Rajpath: Delhi\u2019s center of GovernmentLai Qila: Delhi\u2019s Mugal Red FortLodi Gardens: an amazing green space in the heart of the cityHumayun\u2019s Tomb: a UNESCO world heritage and model for the Taj MahalQutb Minar Complex: a remarkable Islamic monumentJama Masjid: a beautiful MosqueBook Now", "categories": ["cities", "new-delhi", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/top-kerala.jpg"}, {"_id": "top-agra", "rank": 12, "title": "Top Agra", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/top-agra/", "slug": "top-agra", "description": "home to the Taj Mahal and Agra FortAgra as one of India\u2019s most visited city, has a variety of attractions to offer its visitors including three UNESCO World Heritage. The Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort are by far the most popular sites within the city limits, and the Fatehpur Sikri is the favorite desination in the outskirt of Agra.Agra Heritage sites: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur SikriAgra tombs: Akbar’s tomb, Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb, Mariam’s TombAgra gardens: Ram Bagh Gardens and Mehtab BaghAgra religious sites: Jama MasjidBook Now", "categories": ["agra", "cities", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/top-agra.jpg"}, {"_id": "top-rishikesh", "rank": 13, "title": "Top Rishikesh", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/top-rishikesh/", "slug": "top-rishikesh", "description": "One of the most popular hill station within the foothill of the HimalayasRishikesh is one of the most popular hill station within the foothill of the Himalayas. It is a charming town packed with numerous temples and ashrams, as well as two splendid suspension bridges set across the fast-flowing Ganges. It is the ideal place for meditation, yoga or spiritual reason.Some of the most important sights in Rishikesh include in alphabetic order:Bharat Mandir: one of Rishikesh most ancient temple founded in the 12th century and rebuilt many times since, located in the heart of town.Gita Bhavan: well known Ashram especially with the Hindu Brahmin Community and home to the Guru Shri Ram Sukh Daasji, one of the great thinker of his timeLakshman Jhula bridge: one of the most iconic landmark of Rishikesh, located on the Northernmost past of town. This iron suspension bridge crosses the river Ganges, was constructed in 1939 and offers amazing views of the surroundings.Neelkanth Mahadev Mela: one of Rishikesh most honoured temples sitting on top of a hill at a height of 1675 m near the famous Swarg Ashram.Parmarth Niketan: known Ashram where they still teach children the Vedas Education. It is especially worth discovering during the aarti ceremony at 5PM during Winter and 6PM during summerRam Jhula: the second famous pedestrian bridge in Rishikesh, crossing the Ganges river. It is located to the South of the Lakshman Jhula bridge and was built in the 1980s.Swarg Ashram : perhaps one of the most popular Ashrams in Rishikesh , famous for its yoga classes. Its name can be translated to Heavenly Abode, and indeed it is set within picturesque surroundings on the left bank of the Ganges river surrounded by mountains. Check out the latest reviews of Swarg Ashram on TripAdvisor.Trayambakeshwar Temple: the most iconic temple in Rishikesh dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is set in a beautiful 13 floors high building with unique orange colours and strategically sits on the banks of the river Ganges at the eastern end of the Lakshman Jhula bridge.Triveni Ghat: well known bathing ghat within the bank of Ganges, with thousands of believers flocking in each morning and evening for the Maha Aarti ceremony. It is the perfect place to experience a piece of traditional India within Rishikesh.Book Now", "categories": ["cities", "rishikesh", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/top-rishikesh.jpg"}, {"_id": "top-jaipur", "rank": 14, "title": "Top Jaipur", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/top-jaipur/", "slug": "top-jaipur", "description": "Jaipur’s Best sights, best hotels, maps, images, videosThe city of Jaipur has some of India\u2019s most visited attractions including a variety of spectacular monuments like the City Palace, grandiose forts offering breathtaking views such as the Amber Fort, museums such as the Albert Hall, important temples and religious sites, as well as a variety of gardens including Central Park and the Ram Niwas Garden. All of which reflecting Jaipur greatest past as capital of the region, and today making tourism as one of the city most important industries.Jaipur most visited sites can be divided into the following categories:Jaipur forts: Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh FortJaipur monuments : Jal Mahal, Jantar Mantar,Jaipur Palaces: Hawa Mahal Palace, City Palace, Rambagh PalaceJaipur Museums: Central Museum, Albert Hall Museum.Jaipur Temples and sites of worship: Akshardham Temple, Govind Dev Ji Temple, Galtaji , Shri Kali Temple, Sanganeri Gate, Lakshmi Narayan Mandir commonly known as Birla Temple, Garh Ganesh Temple, Shila Devi Temple in Amber, Tadkeshwara Mahadev, Panchayati Hall, Radha Govind Ji Temple and All Saint’s Church near Mirza Ismail Road, Akshardham Temple (Vaishali Nagar)Jaipur Gardens: Ram Niwas Garden, Sisodia Rani Garden and Palace, Vidyadhar Garden, Kanak Vrindavan, Central Park, Jawahar Circle Garden, Technology Park in Mansarover, Vidyadhar ka Bagh in Goner.Book Now", "categories": ["cities", "jaipur", "top"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/top-jaipur.jpg"}, {"_id": "about-india", "rank": 15, "title": "About India", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/about-india/", "slug": "about-india", "description": "Facts and information about IndiaIndia is the worlds’ largest democracy and one of Asia’s fastest growing economyIndia is the land of charming people, beautiful landscapes, breathtaking ancient heritage sites, all with an abundance of various colours, smells and a mix of cultures, religions and languages. It is considered one of the world’s most life changing destinations. Some travellers even say that there are only two kind of people: those that have been to India and those that haven’t. India, is the worlds’ largest democracy, has the second largest population, and is consider one of Asia’s fastest growing economy, especially in the Information Technology sector. As part of the BRIC economies, it is considered a major player in our globalised world, and has great plans for the future and plenty of opportunities. Its infrastructure and hygienic conditions might not yet be compared to the Western standards, however if you are looking for a unique and memorable experience, then India is the definitely the place to be discovered.Book Now", "categories": ["about", "cities", "india"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/about-india.jpg"}, {"_id": "maps-of-india", "rank": 16, "title": "Maps of India", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/maps-of-india/", "slug": "maps-of-india", "description": "Discocver India’s regionsIndia can be administratively divided into 28 states and 7 union territories, mostly based on linguistic lines.\u00a0 Those regions goes from very large geographical areas such as the central Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Andra Pradesh ,which are bigger than most of European countries, to the smaller union territories which can be just one city such as Delhi or Pondicherry.Book Now", "categories": ["cities", "india", "maps"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/maps-of-india.jpg"}, {"_id": "india-regions", "rank": 17, "title": "India regions", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/india-regions/", "slug": "india-regions", "description": "North, North East, West, Central & Southern IndiaIndia can be divided in to the following key regions including:North India, including Kashmir and Himachal PradeshNorth East India, including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, ManipurWest India, including Goa, Gujarat and RajasthanCentral India, including Punjab, Delhi, Uttar PradeshSouthern India, including Kerala, Pondicherry, Tamil NaduBook Now", "categories": ["about", "cities", "india"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/india-regions.jpg"}, {"_id": "facts-about-india", "rank": 18, "title": "Facts about India", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/facts-about-india/", "slug": "facts-about-india", "description": "One of the world’s most diverse countriesIndia, is one of the world’s most diverse country, home to a variety of different cultures, languages and ethnicity, with a mixed geography and climate. Not to forget that India is also a country with vast inequalities between rich and poor.Some of the most interesting facts about India include:India is the worlds’ largest democracyIndia has a population of 1 Billion people, making it the second most populous country in the world, right after China.India’s state capital is New Delhi where live over 13 million peopleIndia’s largest cities include Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata and BangaloreIndia is the seventh largest country in the world, with a total geographic area of 3,287,590 sq km divide by 2,973,190 sq km of land and 314,400 sq km of water.India is located within the Indian Subcontinent in South AsiaIndia is bordered by Pakistan to the West, China and Nepal to the north, Bangladesh and Burma to the EastIndia is bordered by the Himalayas, the world’s highest mountain chain, to the North East, the Arabian Sea to the West and the Bay of Bengal to the EastIndia has a 28 states and 7 union territoriesIndia has more than 200 languagesIndia’s official language is English and Hindi spoken by 45 per cent of the populationIndia’s Bollywood produce more films than HollywoodIndia is mainly an agricultural country producing a large quantity of Rice and wheatIndia has a large iron and steel industryIndia produces every type of manufactured goodsIndia’s main religion is Hinduism (80%) followed by the 10% of Muslim and a minority of Buddhists, Christians, Sikhs, Parsees and JainsIndia has a diversified climate from temperate in north to tropical monsoon in the southIndia is a Federal republic, with the Head of State being President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and the Head of Government the Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan SinghIndia’s flag has three equal proportioned horizontal colour including orange on the top representing stands for courage and sacrifice, white in the middle representing peace, unity and truth and dark green at the bottom representing faith and fertilityIndia’s flag was adopted on July 22, 1947, after India became independent from Great BritainIndia’s flag has the Dharma Chakra at its heart, blue wheel with 24 spokes, known as the Wheel of Law and representing the nation continuing progress and the importance of justice in lifeIndia’s National Emblem of India is a replica of the Sarnath Lion capital of Ashoka, with four lions standing back to back and representing power, courage and confidenceIndia’s National Animal is the Tiger or more precisely the Royal Bengal Tiger representing incredible power, strength and graceIndia’s National Bird is the Peacock representing beauty, grace and prideIndia’s National Flower is the Lotus representing good fortune, honour, purity, triumph and long lifeIndia’s National Tree is the Banyan TreeIndia’s National Fruit is the Mango with over 100 varieties all over the countryIndia’s food of India is extremely diverse depending on the region but tends to be spicy all over the country.India’s customary greeting is “namaste” usually said nodding with the head and with the hands togetherIndia’s history goes back to 3,200 BC when Hinduism was first founded.India has plenty of festivals and fairs including the Hindu festivals of Diwali, Holi and DussehraIndia’s has a diversified geography including tropical jungles, vast plains, deserts and mountainsIndia has very colourful clothing with each state has its own special costumesBook Now", "categories": ["about", "cities", "india"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/facts-about-india.jpg"}, {"_id": "geography-of-india", "rank": 19, "title": "Geography of India", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/geography-of-india/", "slug": "geography-of-india", "description": "World’s econd largest country by population with no less than 1,2 Billion peopleIndia is at the heart of the Indian Subcontinent, set between Bangladesh and Myanmar to the east, Pakistan to the west, Nepal and China including Tibet to the North and bordered by the Indian Ocean, with the Sri Lanka and Maldives islands to the South. It is by far the largest and most populated country in the southern Asian region as well as in the world. Indeed India is considered one of the world’s largest country by area, and comes in second place by population with no less than 1,2 Billion people.India can be divided into three large geographic regions including :The Himalayan regionThe Gangetic Plain regionThe plateau regionThere are also three primary river systems all starting within the Himalayas including the Indus, the Brahmaputra and the Ganges.Book Now", "categories": ["about", "cities", "india"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/geography-of-india.jpg"}, {"_id": "about-the-indian-subcontinent", "rank": 20, "title": "About the Indian subcontinent", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/about-the-indian-subcontinent/", "slug": "about-the-indian-subcontinent", "description": "Characterise as one of the most life changing region in AsiaIndia is located at the heart of the Indian and Himalaya subcontinent, often characterise as one of the most life changing region in Asia.\u00a0 Some of the top destinations in the region outside of India include the mountainous country of Nepal and Laos or the breathtaking piece of paradise in the Maldives within the southern Indian Ocean.\u00a0 The subcontinent also include some of the lesser known but very fascinating cities of Kathmandu.Some of the most life changing experiences within the Indian subcontinent include discovering India by train, hiking in the Himalayas or enjoy a piece of paradise within the southern islands.The Indian subcontinent in the Northeastern region of Asia consists of India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and the Maldives.Book Now", "categories": ["about", "cities", "india"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/about-the-indian-subcontinent.jpg"}, {"_id": "india-travel", "rank": 21, "title": "India Travel", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/india-travel/", "slug": "india-travel", "description": "Visas, get to and around IndiaSo you’ve decided for and adventure or holiday to India. Now it’s time to prepare and get ready. Below are a few tips that cover some essential topics about visa, how to get in and how to get around.India VisasGet to IndiaGet around IndiaBook Now", "categories": ["about", "cities", "india"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/india-travel.jpg"}, {"_id": "india-visas", "rank": 22, "title": "India Visas", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/india-visas/", "slug": "india-visas", "description": "Tourist visa is usually valid for 6 months starting the day you receive itUnless you are a citizens from specific countries including Finland, Japan, New Zealand, Luxembourg, Singapore, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, Indonesia and Philippines, where you may get a tourist visa on arrival or TOVA, you will need to arrange your visa in advance.\u00a0 The tourist visa is usually valid for 6 months starting the day you receive it as opposed to the day you enter the country.\u00a0 The process usually take a couple of day, but on some special occasion can take a couple of weeks, so it is better to plan in advance.\u00a0 Moreover, as the cost is the same, it is preferable to ask for a multiple entry visa, to give you the flexibility to go back and forth to the country.Book Now", "categories": ["about", "cities", "india"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/india-visas.jpg"}, {"_id": "get-to-india", "rank": 23, "title": "Get to India", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/get-to-india/", "slug": "get-to-india", "description": "From Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad & ChennaiIndia\u2019s major entry hub include the country\u2019s largest city of Mumbai to the west, the capital Delhi to the north, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Chennai to the South East.\u00a0 Each one of those destinations have an international airport offering various direct flights from Europe, North America, the Middle East and Australia. \u00a0It is served by numerous well-known and top rated airlines including British Airways, Emirates, Etihad, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Thai Airways and our personal favorite Oman Airlines.For those planning a holiday on India\u2019s idyllic South Western coast there are many connections to Goa and the Malabar coast including Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram.\u00a0 Indeed Goa is one of the top tourist destination \u00a0with westerners and is well connected with various European charter operators including Thomas Cook Airlines, Thomson Airways and Monarch Airlines.Book Now", "categories": ["about", "cities", "india"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-to-india.jpg"}, {"_id": "get-around-india", "rank": 24, "title": "Get around India", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/get-around-india/", "slug": "get-around-india", "description": "From low-budget airlines to the legendary Royal Enfield motorbikeIndia, which is such a beautiful and divers country, offers a variety of exciting ways to explore it and get around it, from its famous railways network covering most of the country to low-budget airlines.\u00a0 Not to forget, that a rickshaw ride is an experience in its own right or for the more experienced traveller a journey on the legendary Royal Enfield motorbike will guarantee you a unique Indian adventure.\u00a0 Whatever you transport of choice be advise to add considerable buffer time of any planed journey as the roads are considered some of the world’s most chaotic and punctuality is not the first trait of India’s train system.India as the World’s seventh largest country, has an immense territory to say the least, and sometimes the only option is by air.\u00a0 Especially since the last few years price drops and emergence of low cost airlines, it has definitely become a much sought after alternative.Book Now", "categories": ["about", "cities", "india"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india.jpg"}, {"_id": "get-around-india-by-plane", "rank": 25, "title": "Get around India by plane", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/get-around-india-by-plane/", "slug": "get-around-india-by-plane", "description": "India, which is such a beautiful and divers country, offers a variety of exciting ways to explore it and get around it, from its famous railways network covering most of the country to low-budget airlines.\u00a0 Not to forget, that a rickshaw ride is an experience in its own right or for the more experienced traveller a journey on the legendary Royal Enfield motorbike will guarantee you a unique Indian adventure.\u00a0 Whatever you transport of choice be advise to add considerable buffer time of any planed journey as the roads are considered some of the world’s most chaotic and punctuality is not the first trait of India’s train system.India as the World’s seventh largest country, has an immense territory to say the least, and sometimes the only option is by air. Especially since the last few years price drops and emergence of low cost airlines, it has definitely become a much sought after alternative.Some of India’s main operators include:Air India: the country’s largest network offering excellent regional connectivityGo Air: a low cost airline offering business class at economy fareIndiGo: a low cost airline offering connection with about 20 major cities throughout the countryJet Airways: a full service airline with a very good network including direct flights from Delhi or Mumbai to London Heathrow.Kingfisher Airlines: full service airline offering excellent service and numerous direct flights to less travelled destinationsSpiceJet: a low cost airline with a fairly good network between bigger Indian citiesBook Now", "categories": ["about", "cities", "india"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "india-driving-worlds-craziest-traffic", "rank": 26, "title": "India Driving: world’s craziest traffic", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/india-driving-worlds-craziest-traffic/", "slug": "india-driving-worlds-craziest-traffic", "description": "Learn more about India: http://www.funkyindia.com/HD video about how people drive in India with quite different rules than it other countries. Everything is allowed including car, trucks, buses, cows, motorbikes, rickshaws and pedestrians, both with andBook Now", "categories": ["india", "videos"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "best-of-india-funky-india-journey", "rank": 27, "title": "Best of India: Funky India journey", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/best-of-india-funky-india-journey/", "slug": "best-of-india-funky-india-journey", "description": "Learn more about India, the top destinations, the best places to stay or view the India interactive map at Funky India (http://www.funkyindia.com/) and World’s Best Places (http://www.worldbestplaces.com/).HD travel documentary Film created by Mat Siems,Book Now", "categories": ["india", "videos"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "unbelievable-monkeys-in-rishikesh-north-india", "rank": 28, "title": "Unbelievable Monkeys in Rishikesh, North India", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/unbelievable-monkeys-in-rishikesh-north-india/", "slug": "unbelievable-monkeys-in-rishikesh-north-india", "description": "Learn more about Rishikesh in North India, the best places to stay or view the Rishikesh interactive map at Funky India (http://www.funkyindia.com/destinations/rishikesh/)HD travel documentary Film about the Unbelievable Rishikesh Monkeys in North India.Book Now", "categories": ["rishikesh", "videos"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "best-of-rishikesh-india-top-sights", "rank": 29, "title": "Best of Rishikesh, India: top sights", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/best-of-rishikesh-india-top-sights/", "slug": "best-of-rishikesh-india-top-sights", "description": "Learn more about Rishikesh, the best places to stay or view the Rishikesh interactive map at Funky India (http://www.funkyindia.com/destinations/rishikesh/).HD travel documentary Film created by Mat Siems about Rishikesh most sought after sights includinBook Now", "categories": ["rishikesh", "videos"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "best-of-agra-india-top-sights", "rank": 30, "title": "Best of Agra, India: top sights", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/best-of-agra-india-top-sights/", "slug": "best-of-agra-india-top-sights", "description": "Learn more about Agra, the best place to stay or view the Agra interactive map at Funky India (http://www.funkyindia.com/destinations/agra/).HD travel documentary Film created by Mat Siems about Agra’s most important sights such as the famous Taj Mahal aBook Now", "categories": ["agra", "videos"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "best-of-jaipur-india-top-sights", "rank": 31, "title": "Best of Jaipur, India: top sights", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/best-of-jaipur-india-top-sights/", "slug": "best-of-jaipur-india-top-sights", "description": "Learn more about Jaipur, the best places to stay or view the Jaipur interactive map at Funky India (http://www.funkyindia.com/destinations/jaipur/).HD travel documentary Film created by Mat Siems about Jaipur’s most important sights such as the famous CiBook Now", "categories": ["jaipur", "videos"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "best-of-delhi-india-top-sights", "rank": 32, "title": "Best of Delhi, India: top sights", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/best-of-delhi-india-top-sights/", "slug": "best-of-delhi-india-top-sights", "description": "Learn more about Delhi, the best places to stay or view the Delhi interactive map at Funky India (http://www.funkyindia.com/destinations/delhi/).HD travel documentary Film created by Mat Siems about Delhi’s most well known areas such as Old Delhi, ConnauBook Now", "categories": ["new-delhi", "videos"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "best-of-south-goa-india-top-destinations", "rank": 33, "title": "Best of South Goa, India: top destinations", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/best-of-south-goa-india-top-destinations/", "slug": "best-of-south-goa-india-top-destinations", "description": "Learn more about South Goa, the top destinations, the best places to stay or view the Goa interactive map at Funky India (http://www.funkyindia.com/destinations/goa/).HD travel documentary Film created by Mat Siems about South Goa’s most sought after desBook Now", "categories": ["goa", "videos"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "best-of-mumbai-india-top-sights", "rank": 34, "title": "Best of Mumbai, India: top sights", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/best-of-mumbai-india-top-sights/", "slug": "best-of-mumbai-india-top-sights", "description": "Learn more about Mumbai, the top attractions, the best places to stay or view the Mumbai interactive map at Funky India (http://www.funkyindia.com/destinations/mumbai)HD travel documentary Film created by Mat Siems about Mumbai’s Top sights including theBook Now", "categories": ["mumbai", "videos"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "best-of-kochi-india-top-sights", "rank": 35, "title": "Best of Kochi, India: top sights", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/best-of-kochi-india-top-sights/", "slug": "best-of-kochi-india-top-sights", "description": "Learn more about Kochi and Kerala, the best places to stay or view the Kerala interactive map at Funky India (http://www.funkyindia.com/destinations/kerala/).HD travel documentary Film created by Mat Siems about Kochi’s in the Southern India state of KerBook Now", "categories": ["kochi", "videos"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "best-of-kovalam-india-top-destinations", "rank": 36, "title": "Best of Kovalam, India: top destinations", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/best-of-kovalam-india-top-destinations/", "slug": "best-of-kovalam-india-top-destinations", "description": "Learn more about Kovalam and Kerala, the best places to stay or view the Kerala interactive map at Funky India (http://www.funkyindia.com/destinations/kerala/).HD travel documentary Film created by Mat Siems about Kovalam’s (within the Southern India staBook Now", "categories": ["kovalam", "videos"], "image": "http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "best-of-north-goa-india-top-destinations", "rank": 37, "title": "Best of North Goa, India: top destinations", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/best-of-north-goa-india-top-destinations/", "slug": "best-of-north-goa-india-top-destinations", "description": "Learn more about North Goa, the top destinations, the best places to stay or view the Goa 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"http://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/siems/sites/8/get-around-india-by-plane.jpg"}, {"_id": "best-of-mumbai-hd-cinematic-widescreen-version", "rank": 39, "title": "Best of Mumbai HD (Cinematic Widescreen version)", "link": "http://funkyindia.com/best-of-mumbai-hd-cinematic-widescreen-version/", "slug": "best-of-mumbai-hd-cinematic-widescreen-version", "description": "Mumbai HD travel guide about the city’s top sights including the Marine Drive, Chowpatty beach, Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum, Haji Ali, Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, CST Station, Khala Ghoda, Clock Tower and the Town Hall. 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