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By Aparajita Shankar

Traveling magnifies all human emotions and refreshes one’s mind and rejuvenates him to get of pressure and depression. There are so many tourist spots across the globe that lets you to carry memorable moments apart from refreshing your mind. However, with so many travel destinations in the world, deciding a tourist place is very difficult. India adorns an outstanding place in the world map of favourite tourist spots. India has so many wonderful categories such as hill stations, [ Photograph by - Dennis G.Jarvis ] backwaters, sea beaches, gardens, world heritage centers, preserved monuments, pilgrimage centers, shrines, historical places, temples, churches, mosques and so on.
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‘Meghalaya Tourism: The Gem Of North East India Trip’ is an article which highlights one of the fascinating destinations of North East India, Meghalaya. Leaving tourists awe-inspired, the Meghalaya attractions are truly mind-blowing. From caves to waterfalls and gardens, there is so much to explore in this state.

Beloved of nature enthusiasts, Meghalaya, one of the fascinating destinations of Northeast India, is a great place to visit. It is a land of floating clouds, beautiful lakes, amazing caves, romantic waterfalls, rich flora and fauna, wonderful culture and several other mesmerizing tourist attractions. Surrounded by the mighty Himalayas, this destination is popularly known as the abode of the clouds. Cherapunjee, the place which receives highest rainfall in the world is located in this north eastern state. Adventure sports like trekking are a major attraction of this tourist destination.

Some of the must-see destinations of Meghalaya are:

Limestone cave/ Mawsmai cave
Offering adventure, these caves are visited by many a tourist seeking adventure. Made of limestone, these caves have stalactites and stalagmites, which are formed due to a fascinating phenomenon. The joining of the roofs and floors of these caves lead to the formation of pillars that attract attention.
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Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir has been famous for its beauty since time immemorial and was properly described as heaven on earth . The state has some of the best tourist spots in the entire country. Tourists not only India but also the world over come to appreciate the natural beauty of the state. The tourism industry has benefited the economy status. Some of the main attractions in the state are Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Leh, Patnitop and Ladakh. The city of Jammu is popularly known as a city of temples. Srinagar is famous for its lakes and boat house while Kashmir, known for its scenic beauty and rich cuisine is quite popular among tourists. The boat house dal lake is one of the main attractions of Kashmir. Another tourist attraction is the main Mughal Gardens of Srinagar. While on a visit to Kashmir should not also miss some of the different perspectives of adventure available, like trekking, skiing and carrying by raft. Kashmir also has some of the best textbooks in the country. Srinagar is known for its traditional crafts.

Uttrakhand
Auli, 16 Km.from Joshimath and accessible by a good motorable road, is an ideal Ski resort with it’s slopes comparable to the best in the world. The resort is run by GMVN, which, apart from providing accommodation also organizes all facilities for Skiing. The season extends from January to March during which time skiing festivals and the national championships are held. The Auli slopes, descending from 3049 Mtrs to 2915 Mtrs are flanked by conifers and oaks which cut wind velocity to the minimum. Adding to the thrill of skiing is a 180 degrees view of Himalayan peaks which include Nanda Devi, Kamet, Manaparvat and Dunagiri.The conditions for skiing are perfect. A 500 Mtrs long ski-lift and an 800 Mtrs long chair-lift link the upper and lower slopes and snow beaters and snow packing machines maintain the smoothness of the slopes. Skiers can enjoy almost 20 Km of virgin slopes which provide excellent opportunities for cross country, slalom and down-hill skiing events.An added attraction is a 3.9 Km long cable car which links Joshimath with the upper slopes of Auli and moves on to gorson. GMVN provides modern skiing equipment on higher.
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For all the adventure seekers, Leh Ladakh tourism is the best option. It offers ample opportunities to try out the rarest of adventure sports. Mountaineering is one of such activities. Mountaineering in Leh Ladakh, however being risky, is the most popular among tourists. Leh Ladakh tour packages are specially designed while keeping your safety in mind on a priority basis. Ladakh, India, is simply the paradise of mountaineers with its countless peaks and huge mountain ranges.

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For all the adventure seekers, Leh Ladakh tourism is the best option. It offers ample opportunities to try out the rarest of adventure sports. Mountaineering is one of such activities. Mountaineering in Leh Ladakh, however being risky, is the most popular among tourists. Leh Ladakh tour packages are specially designed while keeping your safety in mind on a priority basis. Ladakh, India, is simply the paradise of mountaineers with its countless peaks and huge mountain ranges.
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Ladakh is a situated in between the kunslun mountain range in the north and the main great Himalayas to the south. It is one of the most populated areas in Tibetan.It is sometimes called little Tibet and it has been strongly influenced by Tibetan culture.

Ladakh is an incredible destination for enjoying trekking tours. It deceit in the Great Himalayan rain shadow, so get no monsoon during the summer, but heavy snowfall all through its long (November to May) winter.

The trekking tours in Ladakh are marked with high mountain passes that are common on the trekking routes. There are some trek routes, which can be done only during winters as in the case of Zanskar valley trek, which is done along the frozen surface of the Zanskar river.
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