{"id":24246,"date":"2024-07-17T12:51:25","date_gmt":"2024-07-17T02:51:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=24246"},"modified":"2026-03-26T13:49:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T02:49:14","slug":"things-you-can-only-do-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/things-you-can-only-do-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Things You Can Only Do in India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Explore the most unique experiences in India, from jungle safaris and flower-filled hikes to majestic skiing adventures. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether your ideal escape includes marvelling at the Himalayas, sitting pretty across the length of India\u2019s north, to exploring the palm-fringed backwaters of southern Kerala, this enormous country offers a rich tapestry of distinct experiences. With so much diversity, it can be hard to know where to start \u2013 this is our pick of the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Immerse yourself in a sea of pink in Jaipur<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jaipur \u2013 popularly known as India’s ‘Pink City’ \u2013 demands to be explored. The city earned its nickname when local ruler Sawai Ram demanded it be painted pink as a symbol of hospitality during the 1853 visit of the Prince of Wales, Prince Albert. Today, pink-hued buildings adorn all streets, the famous Hawa Mahal palace beckons with its beautifully decorated, honeycomb-shaped windows and the Jantar Mantar observatory invites travellers to wander among its astronomical marvels. For shopping enthusiasts, Bapu Bazar is a must-visit, with colourful sights and trinket delights.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Take a desert safari in Ranthambore <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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No visit to India is complete without stopping at Ranthambore National Park. Home to the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger, plus leopards and 320 species of birds, this region in the northern Indian state of Rajasthan is ideal for witnessing majestic animals in their natural habitat. A jungle safari runs twice a day between October and June, with guests zipping past the UNESCO World Heritage-listed, 10th-century Ranthambore Fort and the Padam Talao Lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Live like royalty at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra offers the hotel group’s renowned hospitality and luxury, all set against the magnificent backdrop of the Taj Mahal. Opulent interiors, exquisite cuisine, ceremonial high teas and cascading fountains abound, all inspired by the magnificent architecture and style of the once-glorious Mughal dynasty. Of course, the biggest testament to the Mughal Empire’s grandeur \u2013 the Taj Mahal \u2013 can be seen uninterrupted from every room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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