THE MANY COLOURS OF INDIA

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Rajasthan-The Royal Saga

This princely state is the best option for royal stories. Rajasthan’s cities, with their magnificent palaces and forts, might easily pass for international destinations, thanks to the influx of foreign tourists. Rajasthan has also been widely portrayed in film. The state has attracted both Indian and international filmmakers, including Christopher Nolan, Wes Anderson, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Karan Johar, and others. However, the stories of Hawa Mahal, Mount Abu, and the ghostly forts of Alwar remain untold on film.

Mumbai-The City of Dreams

Formerly known as Bombay, it is India’s largest metropolis and is also known as the entertainment and financial centre. It is affectionately known as the city of dreams. Mumbai offers it all, from struggling actors to labourers, Bollywood stars to gangsters. There is so much that can be written and discussed! Mumbai also has one of the largest slum areas as well as the richest, thus it is only reasonable to call Mumbai a city for everybody. If you want to know and experience diversity, visit Mumbai.

Kerala- The Tropical Paradise

Kerala, sometimes known as “God’s Own Country,” is a state in southern India that is rich in natural resources. It is known for its stunning and exotic beaches, breathtaking hill stations, backwaters, captivating waterfalls, beautiful lagoons, meandering rivers, and incredible natural scenery. These hues have helped to establish

Kerala as a land of beauty and paradise on Earth. The Idukki dam in Kerala is the first Indian arch dam and the largest arch dam in Asia. Kovalam, Cherai, Varkala, Kappad, Muzhappilangad, and Bekal are some of Kerala’s top beaches.

Himachal Pradesh-The Land of Gods

Located in the lap of the mighty Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh offers an abundance of parks, rich in flora and fauna, and places that undergo temperature extremes, ranging from hills to mountains crowned by snowy peaks and interrupted by passes and glaciers. Himachal Pradesh has long been a popular filmmaking site, attracting filmmakers for more than six decades. Himachal has various gorgeous spots that are perfect for film makers, particularly in the remote regions, and the government is working hard to improve these areas to accommodate tourists and film producers.

Kashmir-The Paradise on Earth

Nature has abundantly gifted Kashmir with unique characteristics that are shared by only a few alpine locations around the world. The Central Government of India administers this newly constituted Union Territory in India. While Jammu is known as the City of Temples, and its gardens, castles, forts, and religious monuments, the most famous of which is Mata Vaishno Devi in Katra, provide enough tourist options, the Kashmir Valley is well-known for its meadows, lakes, high altitude passes, hill stations, Mughal Gardens, Dal Lake, Shikara Ride, and old religious sites.

Goa-The Sun, Sea and Sand

This smallest state in India is wellknown for its beaches, which range from popular stretches at Baga and Palolem to those in sleepy fishing communities like Agonda. Goa is distinguished by its fresh seafood, spicy curries, busy markets, crazy nightlife, and fusion of Portuguese and Indian traditions. Central Goa is the historic and cultural centre of the state, and it is home to the capital, Panjim. Old Goa is known for its magnificent churches, inland islands, bird sanctuaries, spice plantations, and untamed Western Ghats.

Karnataka- Potpourri of Tech & Heritage

This state is home to India’s Silicon Valley as well as several heritage sites including as palaces, temples, mausoleums, monuments, and ruins. The architectural marvel built by the Vijayanagara Empire in the 14th century, Hampi, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Karnataka has plenty of romantic destinations and is one of the few states that has it all. There are several sanctuaries, national parks, and waterfalls, as well as endless beaches, beautiful hills, and modern cityscapes. Every festival in Karnataka has a narrative to tell about bygone rulers and empires.

Madhya Pradesh-The Heart of India

Madhya Pradesh, also regarded as the “heart of India,” offers a diverse choice of settings, eliminating the need for a set designer. The natural splendour of the state is varied. The hills, which are largely a plateau striped with the Vindhya and Satpura mountain ranges, give rise to numerous rivers, including the Narmada and Tapti, as well as the Chambal, Sone, Betwa, and Mahanadi. Almost half of the state is forested, resulting in a rich wildlife. The Khajuraho temples have been listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.

Sikkim-Mesmerizing Natural Splendors

Sikkim, located in the northeastern region of the country in the eastern Himalayas, is known for its biodiversity, which includes alpine and subtropical climates, as well as hosting Kangchenjunga, India’s highest peak and the third highest on Earth. Almost 35% of the state is covered by the Khangchendzonga National Park. Sikkim has gorgeous sites such as Yumthang Valley, Lachung, Gnathang Valley, numerous Buddhist monasteries, and pure glacial lakes that are ideal for filming. The state is a fairy tale land with towering hills and picturesque villages.

Guwahati-The Essence of Northeast

Guwahati is the capital of Assam, one of northeast India’s most scenic states noted for its lush green tea farms, mystic hills, wild forest, and glittering Brahmaputra river. The large metropolis is known for the old Kamakhya Devi temple and its mystic experiences. The 18th-century

Navagraha Temple is an astronomical centre with planetary shrines to the east. On Peacock Island in the Brahmaputra River, the Umananda Temple, dedicated to Shiva and adorned in carvings, stands. The city is also recognised for its mesmerising getaways and pristine environment.

Varanasi-the City of Lights

One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world is Varanasi, also known as Benaras or Kashi. Varanasi’s Ganges River is said to have the ability to wash deadly sins away, and the Ghats that line the river’s edge are a veritable history and heritage treasure trove. One of the most well-known Hindu temples in the city devoted to Lord Shiva is Kashi Vishvanath Temple. One of the top four Buddhist pilgrimage sites in the world is Sarnath, which is 10 kilometres northeast of Varanasi.

Uttarakhand- The Mystical Himalayan Kingdom

Uttarakhand, a magical place of mountains and mythology, breathtaking landscapes and exhilarating adventure, wellness and yoga, provides something for everyone. The Himalayas surround the state, which is divided into two major regions: Garhwal and Kumaon. Uttarakhand, with its gorgeous highlands of Nainital and Mussoorie’s waterfalls, as well as the holy bells of Rishikesh and Badrinath, is an ideal location for filmmakers. If action scenes are shot on the skiing mountains of Auli and Munsiyari, they will undoubtedly become more frantic. Jim Corbett Park’s animals, too, are waiting for their 10 seconds of glory.