Reykjavik to India

The capital city of Iceland, Reykjavik is an interesting place to explore and an important cultural centre, well-known for its colourful houses, vibrant culture and mesmerising natural beauty. The city boasts of several museums, churches, recreation centres and other interesting attractions worth exploring. On a tour of Reykjavik, travellers can visit Hallgrimskirkja- the largest church in the country and one of the tallest structures here; go to Bessastadir to view the Presidential residence; behold sights of the glass dome of Perlan that rests on five hot water tanks or enjoy shopping in Laugavegur, one of the main shopping streets in the city. The Culture House deserves a visit on any trip to Reykjavik. Here, one can catch a glimpse of unique exhibits that present a clear insight of the rich cultural heritage of Iceland. ‘Reykjavík 871±2’ is an unusual archaeological exhibition related to the Viking era, worth visiting. Harpa Reykjavik is a renowned performance venue in the city that features a number of musical concerts. The presence of Tjornin- a beautiful pond, located in the heart of the city, adds to the beauty and appeal of the place. Nature-lovers can go to Heidmork, the largest nature reserve of the city. To explore this wonderful city in a very expedient manner, tourists can get their hands on one of the many exciting travel packages from MakeMyTrip.

India is a mosaic of multicultural experiences. As you travel the expanse of the country, you witness diverse nuances and incomparable range of landscapes, festivals, cuisines, faiths, arts, crafts, music, tribes, history, architecture and myriad attractions. Fringed by the frozen summits of the Himalayas in the north, it stretches southwards and at the Tropic of Cancer, tapers off into the Indian Ocean between the Bay of Bengal on the east and the Arabian Sea on the west; don’t expect to absorb all of India in one visit! On your first trip, start with the ‘Golden Triangle’; the historic capital city of Delhi, with abundance of food and culture, Mughal relics, maze like markets to Agra, home to the most iconic monument, Taj Mahal and zipping to the colorful city of Jaipur. An explorer’s paradise, the state of Rajasthan offers mesmerizing desert landscape, pristine lakes, rich culture and gastronomy, a delectable mix of luxurious heritage hotels, majestic monuments and vibrant bazaars. From the bustling metropolis, Mumbai, which is home to Bollywood to getting lost in the kaleidoscopic colorful holy city of Varanasi. The underexplored beauty of North East with tea plantations, national parks and pristine mountains. On the other hand, the palm-fringed coast lines of Goa, Kerala, and Pondicherry draw crowds to lively beaches, picturesque backwaters, French flavored architecture, beautiful cathedrals and temples, luxury resorts, Ayurveda spas and exotic sea food cuisine. India is best appreciated like a buffet table, with repeat visits to sample the next tantalizing platter! Book your flights with MakeMyTrip India.