Planning to visit Pilgrimage places in December? Is your budget Rs. 30000? Here are some recommendations for you based on your preferences.
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Uttar Pradesh’s Spiritual Capital
Embark on a soul-soothing pilgrimage to Varanasi. You will love temple hopping, colourful flowers in full bloom and the lush green surroundings. The local cuisines at Varanasi are worth trying out too.
₹5,140
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Tamil Nadu's Golden City
Also known as 'The City of Thousand Temples', Kanchipuram is a holy pilgrimage destination located on the banks of the Vegavathi River. It served as the erstwhile capital of Chola Dynasty.
₹23,100
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The Spiritual Capital of Punjab
Amritsar is a popular pilgrimage hub. You will love exploring sightseeing attractions and attending various festivals. Amritsar is a hot favourite among foodies too.
₹12,920
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Famous Pilgrimage Site in Odisha
Pilgrimage sites are the highlight of Puri. You will love temple hopping, exploring the beaches and visiting the tourist hotspots. The beaches at Puri are also worth exploring.
₹20,575
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Historical City with Sacred Sites
Allahabad is famous for its pilgrimage sites. You will love heritage walks, sightseeing and street food tours. Additionally, explore the rich heritage of Allahabad.
₹7,003
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Maharashtra's Vineyard Capital
Seek solace with a pilgrimage to Nasik. You will love visiting the vineyards and other tourist hot-spots. Nasik is also popular for its heritage monuments.
₹25,168
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Home of Kalidasa and Patanjali
One of the seven sacred Hindu cities, Ujjain is located on the banks of river Kshipra and is land of the magnificent Kumbh Mela.,Iconic religious sites and a web of lively lanes are a vibrant display of Ujjain’s art and heritage.
₹2,884
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Spiritual Beach Town in Tamil Nadu
Seek serenity with a pilgrimage to Kanyakumari. You will love sightseeing and beach activities. Additionally, you can also relax by the beaches at Kanyakumari.
₹18,782
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Renowned Shakti-Peetha in West Bengal
Tarapith is a Hindu temple town in Birbhum district of West Bengal. It is home to the renowned Tarapith Temple, where blood sacrifice of goats is a daily norm.
₹4,971
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Ancient Pilgrimage Town in Uttarakhand
Located on the banks of River Ganges, this sacred town is thronged by devotees in large numbers and serves as a gateway to the Char Dhams – Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.
₹27,292
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One of India's Seven Sacred Cities
Mathura is a great pilgrimage site for those seeking divine blessings. You will love temple hopping, exploring the ghats and the lively Holi celebrations. Also, don’t miss the heritage structures at Mathura.
₹3,277
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Quaint Temple Town in Rajasthan
Pushkar glistens with sheer divinity. You will love the day long safaris, sightseeing and temple hopping. Additionally, you can try out various adventure activities at Pushkar.
₹27,381
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Beautiful Pilgrimage Site in Tamil Nadu
Embark upon a spiritual sojourn to Rameshwaram. You will love temple-hopping, bird-watching and adventure sports. Don’t forget to spend some time at the beaches of Rameshwaram.
₹17,721
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Quiet Beach Town by the Arabian Sea
Soak in the mystic hues of Murudeshwar, a famous pilgrimage spot! You will love sightseeing and water activities. You can also explore the beautiful beaches of Murudeshwar.
₹27,732
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A Tranquil Coastal Town in Kerala
Embark on a soul-soothing pilgrimage to Varkala. You will love indulging in water sports, exploring the tourist attractions and attending the local festivals. You will also enjoy the beaches at Varkala.
₹25,461
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Orange City
Nagpur is popular for production of the oranges and is home to magnificent lakes and tiger reserves.
₹970
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A Salt Marsh in the Thar Desert
Rann of Kutch is a popular pilgrimage hub. You will love sightseeing and attending the vibrant Rann Utsav Festival. The wildlife spottings at Rann of Kutch are an added bonus.
₹28,063
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Scenic Temple & Beach Town in Karanataka
Pilgrimage sites are the highlight of Gokarna. You will love visiting the temples, beach hopping and water sports. The beaches at Gokarna are also worth exploring.
₹24,892
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Historical Treasure Trove in Karnataka
Bidar is famous for its pilgrimage sites. You will love outdoor activities and sightseeing. The heritage monuments in Bidar will also charm you.
₹18,472
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A visit to a pilgrim is an evolving journey in itself. People from around the globe of all faiths make a pilgrimage, often to a shrine or place of significance, to experience spiritual enlightenment and understanding of the universe. A pilgrimage is far from exclusively for religious inducement. People make pilgrimages to understand the gravitas of that place, self-discovery, to embrace the ancient art and architecture, meet new people and make memories, and to enjoy local ambience and food.
At around Rs. 30, 000 you can actually look at planning a fairly lavish vacation with 2-3 star hotels, some fun-filled activities, moderately budgeted restaurants and bar with relishing delicacies, and commuting by flights. You can still travel by a train to save on to some amount which you can happily use up for shopping at the tourist markets. Pre-planning and pre-booking is still recommended to avoid any unplanned over expenditure.
December is Christmas time! The most beautiful time of the year is here when the world is decking up to welcome Santa with their list of wishes. Take out your travel wishes and make sure to fulfil them before the year ends. 'Santa helps those, who helps themselves!'
Visiting a pilgrimage place brings you closer to your emotional self. The journey of self-exploration, coming across the spiritual culture and learning about the age-old set of beliefs brings about more understanding of life.
Many things can be done under a budget of Rs. 30,000, you can opt for exciting city tours, sightseeing, visiting museums and other fun sites.
Summer in some of the Indian cities can make you feel uncomfortable. So December is the ideal month to visit these cities. For people who are very fond of snow, the mountains are the best places to visit in December, provided the destinations are open to tourists . December is the ideal time to plan a family trip to Puri and explore the city of Bhubaneshwar. The north-eastern states of India also experience comfortable weather in December.