10 CRUISE NEWS TOP CULTURAL EXPERIENCES IN INDIA
INDIA is one of the world’s oldest nations, with its first civilisation thought to have been established over 10,000 years ago. This also makes India the birthplace of some of the world’s oldest cultures and religions including Buddhism and Hinduism. From spotting tigers in
Ranthambore National Park to sampling centuries-old
Kochi
dishes, we’ve listed some of the top cultural experiences to be had when visiting India.
SEE THE TAJ MAHAL IN ALL ITS GLORY
Taj Mahal is
First on the list, seeing the a
true bucket list
experience for any traveller. Not only is this treasured landmark an impressive example of India’s ancient architecture, the structure was a declaration of love by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the remains of his beloved wife after she died in childbirth. The ivory-white marble mausoleum was commissioned by the emperor in 1632 and took 21 years to complete. A recognised UNESCO World Heritage Site, the shrine is loved all over the world and the jewel of India.
SPOT TIGERS IN RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK
If you’re not marvelling at India’s otherworldly cuisine or magnificent architecture,
In one of India’s most famous National Parks,
you’re exploring its
National Parks and keeping an eye out for its famed tigers that inhabit the areas.
Ranthambore,
spotting tigers in the wild is a once in a lifetime experience. says travel blogger Ellie from Soul Travel Blog.
MARVEL AT THE ARCHITECTURE OF DELHI
You won’t want to stop with the
Taj Mahal when it comes to India’s beautiful architecture. Delhi is home to some of the most stunning builds in the country, due to the diverse role the city has played throughout India’s history. A fantastic example of Delhi’s ancient architecture is Humayun’s Tomb,
which comes highly
recommended by travel blogger Abhishek from Himalayan Gypsy. Humayun’s
Tomb is known to
be India’s first garden tomb. It was built in 1570 and its architecture gave inspiration to many other architectural marvels in the Mughal period including the Taj
Mahal.It was built by Humayun’s son, Akbar the Great. Both Persian and Indian craftsmen were commissioned to build this architectural wonder.
SAMPLE AUTHENTIC DISHES IN KOCHI
When immersing yourself in another culture, one of the best ways to explore a culture is through the senses. And in India, what better way to get a feel for its ancient culture than by sampling centuries- old recipes? Kochi is considered the foodie capital of India, and certainly the place to go to get an authentic taste of India that spans the ages.
EXPLORE MUMBAI’S ICONIC
BOLLYWOOD FILM INDUSTRY The glitzy heart of
India, Mumbai is the birthplace of Bollywood, India’s Hindi-language film industry. A more recent cultural treasure than most on this list, that doesn’t make India’s extravagant movie industry any less iconic.
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With such a fascinating, ancient history to its name, India is home to some of the most exquisite and inspiring experiences on earth...
All over the city, there are myriad
film locations you can visit for a first- hand look at the making of these blockbusters and, if you’re lucky, watch some live filming take place or even meet some famous Bollywood stars! In our Stay Longer in Mumbai land program, chance
to experience
you’ll have the Mumbai’s
Bollywood film scene and more for a truly immersive experience. Looking to book a luxury cruise? Ask your local travel agent about Azamara.
Weak-at-the-Knees Scenery
CARIBBEAN cruises excel in weak-at-the-knees scenery. The region’s 7,000 islands sweep across the Caribbean Sea, all the way from the Florida Keys to Venezuela. Flawless white beaches are something they all have in common. Whether you drop anchor in Aruba, St Lucia or Guadeloupe, you’ll be greeted with icing sugar sands lapped by sparkling blue waves. With this comes a world-class diving scene. You can nose around an ancient shipwreck
off Grand Turk’s shores, come face-to-face with turtles in Barbados, or swim with stingrays in the Cayman Islands. The swimming pigs of the Bahamas deserve a mention, too. And cruise holidays to Dominica are perfect for snapping sperm whales – it’s the only place in the world where they live all-year-round. Venture away from the water and you’ll find each has its own unique flavour, too. The Dutch Island of Curacao looks like it belongs in a colouring book, while Jamaica is the spot for rum cocktails and reggae. Over in Cuba’s Havana, expect crumbling colonial buildings, late-night salsa bars, and vintage Cadillacs on every corner. Meanwhile, under-the-radar St Maarten’s 400-odd restaurants have earned it a reputation as a culinary capital. For more information check out Marella Cruises at
tui.co.uk/cruise/
TOP CULTURAL PLACES IN INDIA AND WEAK-AT-THE-KNEES SCENERY IN THE CARIBBEAN
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