Bodh Gaya

As one of the four most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites, it's the very place of Buddha's enlightenment and a spiritual magnet for devoted Buddhists worldwide for over 2,500 years. Bodh Gaya welcomes millions of visitors annually, particularly the Mahabodhi Temple complex and the Satta Mahasthana (seven spots of post-enlightenment bliss).

Pangong Lake

Experience breathtaking turquoise waters and dramatic mountain landscapes at one of the world’s highest saline lakes, ideal for photography and night sky viewing.

Diskit Monastery

Perched at 3,144 meters in the Nubra Valley, Diskit Monastery is a spiritual center featuring an impressive Maitreya Buddha statue, stunning desert and river views, and a rich history as a crucial junction on ancient caravan routes. It is also home to the unique double-humped Bactrian camels.

Shimla Old Railway Station

This railway station serves as the charming terminus for the famous "Toy Train," which journeys through numerous tunnels and bridges amidst the breathtaking Himalayan foothills. The station itself reflects the colonial history of British India, when Shimla was a popular summer retreat, and remains a vital part of this globally recognized heritage railway attraction.

Wat Chetawan Mahawihan Savatthi

This important monastery from the Buddhist era was where the Buddha spent the most Vassa seasons (19), and it's the origin of many significant stories and sutras.

Mahaparinirvana Stupa

This stupa commemorates the Buddha's passing, with the Mahaparinirvana Vihara housing a revered reclining Buddha statue nearby, all set within the serene atmosphere reminiscent of the ancient Sal Grove.

Taj Mahal

A world-renowned monument of immense love and exquisite architecture, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New7Wonders of the World. It attracts 7-8 million tourists annually.

Thiksey Monastery

Thiksey Monastery is an architectural marvel cascading down a hillside, featuring a two-story high Maitreya Buddha statue and offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Indus Valley, serving as a vital center for Gelug school teachings and practice.

Turtuk Village

A picturesque border village located about 205 km from Leh, featuring winding mountainous roads, guesthouses, and cafes with stunning views of the Nubra Valley and Shyok River.

Hemis Monastery

A spiritual epicenter of the Himalayas with more than 200 branch monasteries and over 1,000 monks under its care.

Dhamekh Stupa Sarnath

The Dhamekh Stupa is the largest and most prominent structure in Sarnath, featuring a grand cylindrical form adorned with intricate and unique carvings from the Gupta period, standing as a silent testament to the very beginning of Buddhism on Earth.

Khardung La Top

Officially one of the highest motorable roads in the world, Khardung La Top offers majestic views of the Indian Himalayas and access to the mystical Nubra Valley.

Shimla Old Railway Station

This railway station serves as the charming terminus for the famous "Toy Train," which journeys through numerous tunnels and bridges amidst the breathtaking Himalayan foothills. The station itself reflects the colonial history of British India, when Shimla was a popular summer retreat, and remains a vital part of this globally recognized heritage railway attraction.

Hanogi Foot Bridge

A picturesque suspension bridge crossing the beautiful Beas River with stunning gorge views, and the sacred Hanogi Mata Temple perched dramatically on a cliff, offering a truly peaceful and uncrowded escape.

Magnetic Hill

World-famous gravity hill creating an optical illusion that makes vehicles appear to move uphill against gravity without engine power.

Likir Gompa