There are zillion ways to tell your love to your significant other, starting from a simple yet powerful rose proposal to gifting an exquisitely crafted expensive diamond ring. The whole idea of this blog is to make your creative side flow in different destinations of India. We have suggested 50 ideas to propose your loved one along with 50 best destinations to explore, celebrate and stay in India. As Feb 14 is approaching, this blog will give tips to sharpen your romantic arsenal. 50 Ways, 50 Destinations, and 50 Stays.
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A proposal is not always about exchanging rings, exchanging gazes and holding them for a lifetime also is.
#1 Dinner at Taj Falaknuma Palace
Propose her the royal way and watch her eyes glisten looking at the sparkling vistas of Hyderabad. A pre-wedding photoshoot at the erstwhile Nizam’s residence is grandeur at its best.
Best Place to Stay: Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad
#2 The Princess of all Proposals – Taj Mahal
Although hackneyed, the symbol of love, Taj Mahal can’t be denied for its serenity and feel of love. Let the aura of Mumtaz and Shah Jahan write your dream love story besides the pristine vibes of Yamuna river.
Best Place to Stay: Amarvilas, Agra
#3 Tiger Trail Tryst at Ranthambore
Hold hands and keep a vigilant eye looking out for tigers after you pass through herds of deer. When the shades of the golden stripes brighten, spill out that long-awaited “love you” without shivering!
Best Place to Stay: Aman-I-Khas, Ranthambore National Park
#4 Ramp up Romance in the Himalayas
Gift her your time in the Himalayas and seclude your king or queen from the all urban hustle. Sometimes, you don’t want to get out of a place to fulfil your travel dreams. A pair of chairs and endless laughter are all you need!
Best Place to Stay: Shakti 360 Leti, Bhageshwar, Kumaon.
#5 Unite before the Statue of Unity
This 182 m wonder is the tallest statue in the world. The best place to show the height of your love. Click a historic selfie as you herald your union to the world. Wishes from the iron man of India will strengthen your bonding.
Best Place to Stay: Narmada Tent City, Kevadia
#6 The Eco-Friendly Couple
Instead of roaring through the silent territories of the dense fauna in a boat, take it slow and steady as you embrace the waters floating your way in a bamboo rafting. Unmask your emotions gifting her an Aranmula Kannadi and let her smile looking at your soulmate.
Best Place to Stay: Hills and Hues, Thekkady
#7 The Ravishing Shikari Ride
The soothing shikari ride with your loved one is a must-do activity in Dal Lake of Sri Nagar. Not just a normal ride but a beautiful glide on the “lake of flowers” – The Dal Lake.
Best Place to Stay: Vivanta Dal View, Srinagar
#8 Living Root Bridges: Long Live Love
May you guys grow old together like these strong roots of Cherrapunji, Meghalaya. You can walk to the middle of the bridge with your wannabe bride for that magical moment accompanied by the chirping of birds and gushing of water.
Best place to stay: Polo Orchid Resort, Cherrapunji
#9 A Beautiful Day of Birdwatching at Kilbury
Stroll through lush zones of Nainital and get to see more than 580 species of birds with your loved one. A flock of resident and migratory birds will sing the anthem of love for you throughout the day till sunset. Start early!
Best Place to Stay: Jilling Terraces, Nainital
#10 Make her Nod Like the Dancing Dolls
Travel to Tanjore and allow your emotions to flow through the heritage sites of the town. She would nod like these graceful Tanjore dolls as you’ll play a part on the greatest wonder of this planet, Tanjore Big Temple.
Best Place to Stay: Svatma, Tanjore
#11 Who would say No in this Saree Paradise?
Become a responsible couple buying handloom Sarees and support the weaving heritage of Maheshwar. If she is a saree lover, then take her to this interesting town and hear stories of the historic weaving culture in this quaint town of Madhya Pradesh.
Best Place to Stay: Ahilya Fort, Maheshwar
#12 A Cute Little Trip to the Twin Village
Kodinhi in Malappuram district of Kerala is a paradise on Earth for Twin Lovers. More than 400 pairs of twins live in this sleepy town and this mystery couldn’t be solved until this point of time. A unique place to enjoy a beautiful weekend in God’s Own Country.
Best Place to Stay: Vythiri Holiday Resorts, Malappuram
#13 Horror and Hugs in Bhangarh Fort
Let spookiness make your day tour at Bhangarh Fort memorable. Tell about the story of the Queen and the Black Magician first and tell about your love next. Everything is fair in love and so Bhangarh Fort is no exception!
Best Place to Stay: Sariskar Manor (near Sariska Tiger Reserve)
#14 Share a Dollop of Love Near the Boulder
It is all about the balance in life just like this gravity-defying Krishna’s Butterball boulder. The group of monuments at Mamallapuram will supply the necessary aura for that much-awaited incredible proposal.
Best Place to Stay: Vivanta by Taj, Fisherman’s Cove, Mamallapuram
#15 The Inevitable Silence and Solace
Regarded as the best hammock beach destination in the world, Marari Beach is just an hour away from Cochin International Airport. You’ll love the silence of this relaxed beach destination in Kerala.
Best Place to Stay: The Rain by Vista Rooms, Marari
#16 If You are An Endangered Lover!
Spend quality time with your loved one taking the One-Horned Rhino Safari inside Kaziranga National Park and contribute as a couple toward saving this endangered species. Let the other one know you are endangered and it is time to save you from extinction!
Best Place to Stay: Summit Green Village Resort and Spa, Kaziranga
#17 A Rendezvous on the Highest Railway Station
Make your love speak volumes in the highest railway station in India, Ghum Railway Station of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. Your train tryst will resonate with the 139-year-old toy-train heritage of the Himalayas.
Best Place to Stay: Mayfair Hotel, Darjeeling
#18 Take a Vow before the Forest Goddess
Hidimba Devi Temple in Manali is a divine dwelling spot for a couple to pray and imbibe the blessings of the Goddess of Nature. Let your spiritual union remains unbreakable!
Best Place to Stay: Apple Country Resorts, Manali
#19 Peek and Click in the Havelis
Peek through the narrow openings in Jaisalmer Havelis and click a memorable picture of the golden city in Rajasthan. Wait for that morning sun light up the adorned frames of the Haveli and take him/her a perfect snap. Edit and Add that photo with those 3 words before showing!
Best Place to Stay: SUJAN The Serai Jaisalmer
#20 The ‘Cloud Nine’ Stroll
Coaker’s Walk in Kodaikanal is a picturesque destination to spend a solid 2 hours where you’ll walk with the cloud, meet a super-old imposing tree, and local vendors selling interesting handicrafts. A definite place to propose and make yours feel cloud nine!
Best Place to Stay: Green Pastures – A Hilly Country Resorts, Kodaikanal
#21 Where Heritage Hums Harmony
Take your beloved to the heart of the city of joy, Kolkata where Queen Victoria Memorial is a spot to open up. The marble stairway near the bronze statue of Queen Victoria is a beautiful place to propose in silence.
Best Place to Stay: The Park Hotel, Kolkata
#22 May Your Union Glow Forever!
Built to celebrate the power of the Sun God, Konark Sun Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Orissa. Enter the Sun’s chariot and come out with the boon of an unbreakable bond.
Best Place to Stay: OTDC Marine Drive Eco Retreat, Konark
#23 Cerulean Chimes and Himalayan Hymns
If you are looking for an authentic proposal spot that involves a temple and a movie setting like surrounding, head to Kartik Swamy Temple in Uttarakhand. Ring the bell and tell. All is well!
Best Place to Stay: SnowPod Eco-Luxury Resort, Chopta
#24 Respect before Love – Dras War Memorial
Who said as a place has to be always romantic to travel as a couple. Loving a nation and paying homage to its soldiers is way beautiful and respectful than a vanilla proposal.
Best Place to Stay: Trespone Valley Resort, Kargil
#25 As Clear as Your Love – Sheshnag Lake
The place where sanctity, Lord Shiva, and King of Snakes – Sheshnag live as a soul purifying legend. As an oligotrophic lake with more oxygen levels, Sheshnag Lake is the best offbeat place in Jammu and Kashmir to write your love letter in silence.
Best Place to Stay: WelcomHotel Pine n Peak, Pahalgam
#26 If He or She is an Artist, Know Andretta
Take your partner’s career hopes to the next level walking them to this pretty little Himalayan Village. You may learn the craft and make a pot then gift your time and show pots and pots of love. The Ironic Iron Lady of Ireland Who fought the British, Norah Richards of Andretta.
Best Place to Stay: SaffronStays Villa Asha, Palampur
#27 Pariyadeva Pashan – A Megalithic Magic
Connect with the megalithic feel enroute Binsar-Almora road and present a beautiful stone art surprisingly. Spick and Span surroundings make this place a must-visit destination in Binsar.
Best Place to Stay: The Kumaon, Binsar
#28 Hot Water Spring in Dirang
Spend some time absorbing the benefits of Hot Water Spring at Dirang in Arunachal Pradesh. Rejuvenate and relax your mind and body in one of the extreme zones of the Himalayas.
Best Place to Stay: Hotel Pemaling, West Kameng
#29 Into the Wild!
Agumbe Sunset is one of the wildest sunsets to experience with your loved one. Furthermore, 14 extreme Curves on your way up, make this land of King Cobras, Agumbe a surreal destination in India.
Best Place to Stay: Hingaara – The Nature Stay, Agumbe
#30 Where Lord Shiva Wedded Goddess Parvati
Baijnath Temple in Bageshwar is a place dedicated to Lord Vaithyanada (God of Physicians) and thronged by thousands during Mahashivrathri in February. Praying in this healing destination is a cherishable experience for couples.
Best Place to Stay: Heritage Resort, Kausani
#31 The Silence of the Flowers
The Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand is just the replica of a beautiful flower paradise. Explore the shades of purple, pink, and blue flowers in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. Who would say “No” to these elegant flowers?
Best Place to Stay: Blue Poppy Resorts, Auli
#32 One Ineffable Ride for Luxury Lovers
Try celebrating your 25th or 50th anniversary on Valentine’s day exploring the different parts of India in a luxurious train like The Maharaja’s Express. A must-do thing to do with your family in India before you die!
#33 The Best Place for Pre-Wedding Photoshoot
This Roman Catholic Church is an imposing symbol of sacrifice in Mysore. The Classic Neo-Gothic Architecture of this spiritual destination has the frames and colours for a dream proposal.
Best Place to Stay: Fortune JP Palace – Member ITC Hotel
#34 Seek Solace Strolling in the Skies
Can’t stop rhyming when writing about a destination like Pelling Skywalk Bridge in the vistas of Sikkim. Look at the unwavering eyes of Chenrezig while walking and pray for a happy relationship.
Best Place to Stay: Chumbi Mountain Retreat and Spa, Pelling
#35 Andaman Ship Cruise: Just Jack Things
Embrace the tides of Andman as you cruise along with your beloved inamorata to the shores of the Havelock Island. A dinner date in a beach resort is a must-do thing in Andaman. An inevitable honeymoon spot!
Best Place to Stay: Sea Shell Havelock
#36 You Sun! Now can Propose your Moon
Mehrangarh Fort in the blue city of Rajasthan is the “Fort of the Sun”. Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight Rises film’s famous jump was shot here. Together! Before the big leap – marriage, celebrate a day tour in Jodhpur.
Best place to stay: Umaid Bhawan Palace
#37 The Kingdom of Love and Lust
One perfect proposal spot in India, standing as a tribute to the widespread wisdom and significant values of India. The erotic sculptures of Khajuraho are intricate work of art that will require one lifetime to fathom the hidden treasures. A way to attain divinity by exploring sexuality.
Best Place to Stay: The Lalit Temple View
#38 The Eight Lakes of Udaipur
Deemed as the number one romantic destination in India by various renowned monthly travel magazines, take your proposal to the next level taking photos of her standing beside Lake Pichola, Jaisamand Lake, Fateh Sagar Lake, Udai Sagar Lake, Badi Lake, Rajsamand Lake, Doodh Lake, and Swaroop Sagar Lake. Make a beautiful collage with “I” in one picture, L, O, V, E, Y, O, U in each picture (8 letters – 8 lakes, got it?) and gift her.
Best Place to Stay: Lake Palace, Udaipur
#39 Gondola Rides and Golf Strikes
Gulmarg Golf Club has the highest Green Golf Course in the world and is famous for Gondola rides in which you two can pass through narrow slopes accompanied by wildflowers and Pir Panjal Range. Where you both heading?
Best Place to Stay: The Khyber, Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir
#40 The Angelic Photogenic Proposal
Rejoice the amount of truth, trust, hope, patience, humanity, and love in your relationship before this glittering Neo-Gothic Church. You’ll remember your romantic ring exchange ceremony in the landmark of Shimla, forever.
Best Place to Stay: Wind Flower Hall, Shimla
#41 Just you Two and Nature – Pangong Lake
The most scenic lake in India enroute Ladakh speak volumes when it comes to savouring silence and seeking solace. Alpine Huts is at a walkable distance from the beautiful Pangong Lake. A Motorcyclist’s Paradise!
Best Place to Stay: Alpine Huts Pangong
#42 Tell her and Jump. Okay! Just a Bungee Jump
Make your adrenaline pump worthwhile this time, screaming her/his name jumping into the vastness of Rishikesh. Young folks should head to Jump in Heights near Aranyam River Retreat for a safe and adventurous bungee jump adventure. You jump, I jump right?
Best Place to Stay: Aranyam River Retreat
#43 Explore Ellora with Your Fella
It may look a little odd to spend time inside a temple but this isn’t a normal shrine but the largest monolithic temple in the world. Here, Lord Shiva is seen dancing with Goddess Sakthi and is one amongst the hundreds of rare sights to behold in the 16th cave of Ellora.
Best Place to Stay: Vivanta Aurangabad, Maharashtra
#44 Seek God Through Those Eyes
The dream destination for a married couple as prayer’s for each other’s well-being is a healthy tradition here. You don’t need to propose sometimes as all you need is a place filled with divinity and good vibes. Can you see God in him or her?
Best Place to Stay: Hotel Infa, Amritsar
#45 Is he your Pre-Historic Mate?
Bhimbetka Rock Shelters in Raisen of Madhya Pradesh is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The “Sitting Place of Bhima” with its Rock Art Paintings maketh for a great place to loiter for archaeology loving couples.
Best place to Stay: Hotel Kanha’s Palm Springs, Bhimteka
#46 Your Only One and the Only Floating National Park
Keibul Lamjao National Park and Loktak Lake is home to Sangai, the state animal of Manipur. Reach one of the “Phumdis” (floating homes) and get in touch with a local for a romantic evening during sunset.
Best Place to Stay: Sendra Park & Resort By The Classic, Ithing
#47 Open your Heart and Spread your Wings
Try paragliding and tick one of the boxes of your adventure hunk’s bucket list in Kamshet, Maharashtra. Tandem Paragliding creates a feel of flying and so combine it with the butterflies in your stomach and propose before you take off.
Best Place to Stay: Trikaya Retreat, Kamshet
#48 The Fortress of Love Waves
This enchanting destination in Kasargod of Kerala has a majestic proposal setting to drive your loved one go crazy. Let the Goddess of the Arabian Sea splash its waves of love on you and keep you drenched in love.
Best Place to Stay: Taj Bekal Resort & Spa, Kerala
#49 The Decked-up Designs of Dzukou Valley
A great place to try patterned dress options to match with the surrounding vistas. A dark-blue hat, white tee, and blue denim would look great on you during a clear, bright, beautiful sunny day. A warm hug would do!
Best Place to Stay: Kohima Camp, Nagaland
#50 The Love of Motorcycle and Mountains
Explore the bright vistas of Ladakh and travel to the highest motorable road in the world. Pose for a great pic and make your moments of love worthy enough to share it with your grandchildren.
Best Place to Stay: Hotel The Indus Valley
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