35 places to discover
Amarabati Park is a well-maintained public park located in New Digha, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Developed and maintained by the Digha Sankarpur Development Authority, it features a large lake with boating facilities, landscaped gardens, and recreational amenities. Situated close to New Digha Beach, the park is a popular family destination offering toy train rides, ropeway, and picnic spots within a clean, green environment.
Auli is a ski resort and hill station in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, situated at an elevation of 2,500 to 3,050 meters above sea level. Known as Auli Bugyal (meadow) in Garhwali, it features snow-covered slopes ideal for skiing from January to March. The destination offers panoramic views of Himalayan peaks including Nanda Devi, Kamet, and Dunagiri, along with trekking opportunities and cable car rides.
Bamleshwari Temple is a prominent Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Bamleshwari, located atop a 160-metre high hill in Dongargarh, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. The main shrine (Badi Bamleshwari) sits at about 1,600 feet elevation and is reached by around 1,000 steps or a ropeway, while a smaller shrine (Chhoti Bamleshwari) lies at the foothill. It is a major pilgrimage centre, especially during Navratri, offering panoramic views of the town and surrounding landscape.
Chandi Devi Temple is a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Chandi, situated atop Neel Parvat in the Shivalik Hills of Haridwar. Built in 1929 by King Suchat Singh of Kashmir, it houses an idol believed to have been installed by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century. As one of Haridwar's three Siddh Peeths, it attracts devotees seeking fulfillment of wishes and offers panoramic views of the Ganges River and the city below.
Dhuandhar Falls is a prominent waterfall on the Narmada River at Bhedaghat in Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, about 25 km southwest of Jabalpur city. Formed where the river plunges over marble rocks and creates a smoke-like mist, from which it derives its name Dhuandhar. Known for its roaring cascade, white marble gorge, viewpoints and ropeway, it is a major natural attraction within the Marble Rocks landscape and draws visitors year-round, especially post-monsoon.
Doodh Talai Lake is a small freshwater pond located adjacent to Lake Pichola in the heart of Udaipur, Rajasthan. Built in 1995 by the Municipal Council, it is surrounded by hillocks featuring gardens and offers panoramic views of Lake Pichola and the City Palace. The area includes Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park with Rajasthan's first musical fountain and provides access to the Karni Mata Temple via ropeway.
Gabbar Hill is a prominent pilgrimage hill located about 4 km from Ambaji town in Banaskantha district, Gujarat, on the Gujarat-Rajasthan border in the Aravalli Range. Revered as one of the 51 Shakti Peethas where the heart of Goddess Sati is believed to have fallen, it houses a small shrine at the summit. The hill is notable for its 999 steps, ropeway access, and panoramic views.
Girnar Hill is a major sacred hill range near Junagadh in Gujarat, rising to 1,031 metres at Gorakhnath Peak, the highest point in Gujarat. Revered by Hindus and Jains, it features about 10,000 stone steps leading to a cluster of ancient Jain temples and Hindu shrines including Dattatreya Temple. The hill is known for its Ashokan rock edicts at the base, panoramic views, and the Girnar Ropeway.
Girnar Ropeway, also known as Udan Khatola, is a cable car system in Junagadh, Gujarat, connecting Bhavnath Taleti at the foothills to Ambaji Temple on Girnar Hill. Inaugurated in October 2020, it spans about 2.32 km and is considered Asia's longest temple ropeway. It provides pilgrims and tourists quick access to sacred hilltop shrines, reducing a steep climb of thousands of steps, while offering panoramic views of the Girnar range and surrounding landscape.
Hirakud Ropeway is an aerial ropeway attraction at the Hirakud Dam complex in Hirakud, Sambalpur district, Odisha. It connects Jawahar Udyan and Gandhi Minar, crossing over the Mahanadi River reservoir formed by Hirakud Dam, one of the longest earthen dams in the world. The ropeway offers elevated panoramic views of the dam, reservoir, and surrounding landscape and was developed as a tourism initiative to enhance visitor experience at the dam site.
Jakhu Hill is the highest peak in Shimla city, standing at an elevation of approximately 2,438 meters. It is renowned for housing the ancient Jakhu Temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman and featuring a 108-foot statue of the deity installed in 2010. The hill offers panoramic views of the Himalayas and Shimla town, serving as both a significant religious site and a popular vantage point accessible by trek, taxi, or ropeway.
Jakhu Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, situated on Jakhu Hill, the highest peak in Shimla at 2,438 meters. It houses a 108-foot statue of Hanuman, considered among the world's largest. The site holds mythological significance linked to the Ramayana and hosts an annual Dussehra festival. Visitors can access the temple via a 2 km trek, taxi, pony, or the Jakhu Ropeway.
Jeen Mata Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Jeen Mata, an incarnation of Goddess Durga, located in the Aravalli hills near Rewasa village in Sikar district, Rajasthan. Believed to be over 1,000 years old and dating back to the 8th century, this revered Siddh Shakti Peeth attracts millions of devotees annually. The temple sits atop a hill surrounded by dense forests and features traditional Rajasthani architecture with intricately carved pillars.
Jivdani Mata Temple is a prominent Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Jivdani, located atop Jivdani Hill in Virar East, Palghar district, Maharashtra. The temple is historically significant with legends linking it to the Pandavas and is believed to be over 150 years old in its current renovated form. It attracts thousands of devotees, particularly on Sundays and during Navratri. Access is via approximately 1,465 steps or a ropeway funicular train operational since 2021.
Kailasagiri Hill Park is a hilltop recreational park in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, situated at about 360 feet above sea level overlooking the Bay of Bengal. Developed by the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority, it is known for its panoramic coastal views, landscaped gardens, and a 40-foot Shiva-Parvati statue. The park offers viewpoints, ropeway, toy train and floral displays, making it a prominent leisure and sightseeing destination in the city.
Kailasagiri Ropeway is a cable car attraction at Kailasagiri Hill Park in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, connecting the foothills to the hilltop park at about 360 feet elevation. It offers aerial views of the Bay of Bengal, Visakhapatnam city and the Eastern Ghats. Developed by the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority, it is the first ropeway in Andhra Pradesh and provides convenient access to the hilltop Shiva-Parvati statue and viewpoints.
Kalika Mata Temple is a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Kali atop Pavagadh Hill in Panchmahal district, Gujarat, at about 800 meters elevation. Part of the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is regarded as one of the 51 Shakti Peethas. Reached by steps or ropeway, the temple attracts pilgrims and tourists for its religious importance, historic architecture, and panoramic views of the surrounding plains and hills.
Khole Ke Hanuman Ji Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, located in the Laxman Dungri hills of Jaipur, Rajasthan. Established in the 1960s by Pandit Radhe Lal Choubey after he discovered a Hanuman idol carved on a rock, the temple is situated in a scenic valley off the Jaipur-Delhi highway. It is renowned for its large-scale community kitchens (Rasoi) serving traditional Rajasthani prasad like Dal Baati Churma, and features a modern ropeway connecting to a hilltop shrine.
Maa Sharda Devi Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati (Sharda) located atop Trikuta Hill in Maihar, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. Revered as one of the 51 Shakti Peethas, it is believed the goddess's necklace fell here. The temple is reached by 1,063 stone steps or a ropeway and attracts large numbers of pilgrims, especially during Navratri, offering panoramic views of the surrounding Vindhya landscape.
Malampuzha Dam is a large irrigation dam and reservoir located in Malampuzha near Palakkad in Kerala, built across the Malampuzha River, a tributary of the Bharathapuzha. Constructed in 1955, it is the largest reservoir in Kerala and is set against the Western Ghats. The site is notable for its extensive landscaped garden, reservoir boating, ropeway, rock garden and the iconic Yakshi sculpture, forming a major leisure and irrigation complex.
Malampuzha Garden is a landscaped garden located adjacent to the Malampuzha Dam in Malampuzha, Palakkad district, Kerala. Developed as part of the Malampuzha irrigation project, it is known for its manicured lawns, flower beds, topiary, and rock sculptures. The garden features the iconic Yakshi sculpture by Kanayi Kunhiraman, a rock garden, ropeway, and musical fountain, making it a central attraction within the larger Malampuzha Dam complex.
Mansa Devi Temple is a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi, situated atop Bilwa Parvat in the Shivalik Hills of Haridwar. Built between 1811 and 1815 by Maharaja Gopal Singh of Manimajra, it is recognized as one of the Siddh Peeths where devotees believe their wishes are fulfilled. The temple offers panoramic views of Haridwar city and the Ganges River, accessible via a steep trek or ropeway.
Palani Ropeway is an aerial rope car system at Adivaram in Palani, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu, providing access to the Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple atop Palani Hills. Operated by the temple administration, it offers an alternative to the 600+ steps and the funicular winch. Enclosed cabins carry pilgrims and visitors with views of Palani town and surrounding plains, significantly reducing ascent time to one of the six sacred abodes of Lord Murugan.
Pathala Ganga is a sacred bathing ghat on the Krishna River at the base of the Srisailam hills in Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh. Located about 1 km below the Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple, it lies in a deep gorge surrounded by the Nallamala forest. Pilgrims traditionally take a holy dip here before visiting the temple. Accessible by a steep flight of about 500 steps and by ropeway, it also offers boating and scenic river views.
Pavagadh Hill is an 800-metre high hill in Panchmahal district, Gujarat, forming part of the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is renowned for the Kalika Mata Temple at its summit, one of the revered Shakti Peethas, and for historic fortifications, ancient temples and gateways dating from the 8th to 16th centuries.
Raigad Fort is a historic hill fort located near Mahad in the Raigad district of Maharashtra, situated at an elevation of approximately 820 meters in the Sahyadri range. It served as the capital of the Maratha Empire under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and was the site of his coronation in 1674. The fort features ruins of royal palaces, temples, market areas, and defensive structures spread across a large plateau. Access is available via a 1,737-step trek or a ropeway from Pachad village.
Rajgir Ropeway is an aerial single-seat chairlift in Rajgir, Nalanda district, Bihar, providing access to the Vishwa Shanti Stupa and Griddhakuta Hill atop Ratnagiri Hill. Regarded as India's oldest ropeway, commissioned in the 1960s, it is a major tourist attraction offering panoramic views of the Rajgir hills, forests and valley. The ropeway is the primary means for visitors to reach the hilltop Buddhist sites.
Salkanpur Bijasan Mata Temple is a prominent Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Bijasan, a form of Durga, atop an 800-foot hill in Salkanpur village, Rehti Tehsil, Sehore District, Madhya Pradesh. Located about 70 km from Bhopal on the Vindhya Range, it is accessed by over 1,000 stone steps and a ropeway. Revered as Vindhyavasini Beejasan Devi, the temple attracts large pilgrim gatherings especially during Navratri and offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Saputara is Gujarat's only hill station, located in the Dang district on the Maharashtra-Gujarat border within the Sahyadri range of the Western Ghats at about 1,000 metres elevation. Developed as a planned resort town, it is centered around Saputara Lake and surrounded by forested hills, viewpoints and tribal villages. It is notable for its cool climate, ropeway, lake activities and proximity to Gira Falls and Vansda National Park.
Savitri Mata Temple is a prominent Hindu pilgrimage site located atop Ratnagiri Hill in Pushkar, Rajasthan. Dedicated to Goddess Savitri, the first wife of Lord Brahma, it offers panoramic views of Pushkar Lake and the surrounding Aravalli hills. The temple is accessible via a steep flight of steps or a modern ropeway, making it a significant spiritual and scenic destination for visitors.
Science City, Kolkata is the largest science centre in the Indian subcontinent, located on J.B.S. Haldane Avenue in East Kolkata. Developed by the National Council of Science Museums under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, it was inaugurated on 1 July 1997. Spread over 49.6 acres, it features interactive galleries, Space Odyssey, Dynamotion, Evolution Park and outdoor Science Park for science education and popularization.
Solang Ropeway is a gondola lift system located in Solang Valley, Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, approximately 14 km northwest of Manali. It transports visitors from the base station at 2483 m to the top station at 2873 m near Mt. Phatru, covering roughly 1.3 km with a transit time of about 8-10 minutes one way. The ropeway provides access to panoramic Himalayan views and serves as a gateway for seasonal snow activities and adventure sports.
Solang Valley is a side valley located at the top of the Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh, approximately 14 km northwest of Manali. Situated at an altitude of roughly 2,590 meters, it is renowned for its summer and winter sports conditions. The valley serves as a major hub for adventure activities including skiing, paragliding, zorbing, and trekking. It derives its name from the nearby Solang village and offers views of snow-capped peaks and lush green slopes.
Tulja Bhavani Temple is a prominent Hindu shrine located atop Tekri Hill in Dewas, Madhya Pradesh. Dedicated to Goddess Tulja Bhavani, an incarnation of Durga, it shares the hilltop with the Chamunda Mata Temple. Perched about 300 feet above the city, the temple is reached by stone steps or ropeway and offers panoramic views of Dewas. It is a major pilgrimage centre, especially crowded during Navratri, and holds deep religious importance for devotees across central India.
Vishwa Shanti Stupa is a large white peace pagoda situated atop Ratnagiri Hill in Rajgir, Nalanda district, Bihar. Built by the Japanese Buddhist organization Nipponzan Myohoji and inaugurated in 1969, it is one of seven Shanti Stupas in India. The 38-meter high dome enshrines four gilded Buddha statues depicting birth, enlightenment, teaching and nirvana, and offers panoramic views of Rajgir hills and valley.