Popularly known for its rich history, culture, and heritage, India is a beautiful country with an amalgamation of people from different cultures, religions, and social backgrounds. Despite the diverse nature of people and changing social structure, today India has become one of the fastest developing countries in the world. Over the years, India has witnessed rapid growth in terms of economy, education, technology, per capita income (PCI), employment opportunities, and geographical conditions and has become a top destination for tourism, education, and commerce.
Navi Mumbai
Formerly known as New Bombay, it is the largest planned city in the whole world with tourist attractions including Golf Course, Central Park, Pandavkada Waterfalls, Parsik Hills, Wonderful Park, etc. Navi Mumbai has been a major contributor to India’s unprecedented urban development. The city is very clean compared to Mumbai. It has very good transportation, public utility, etc. Navi Mumbai is considered one of the most livable cities in India, however, the cost of living is slightly more expensive than in some cities.
Bangalore
Despite being known for its traffic, the capital of Karnataka, Bengaluru has emerged as one of the top cities to live in India. Entertainment, shopping, buzzing nightlife, travel, art and culture, delicious food and not forgetting its pleasant weather. Having beautiful lakes, gardens, and parks to roam around. Weekend getaways from Bangalore are also suitable for long drives and nature enthusiasts.
Pune
A city known as the cultural capital of Maharashtra due to its strong history and heritage, Pune has the best educational institutions and IT companies, thus making it one of the best cities to live in, especially for the youth. The city has a wide array of restaurants, historical sites, and museums making it the perfect place to stay and raise a family. The prices for accommodation, food, transportation, and other activities are cheaper if spent wisely. Like Pune, Bangalore is similar in terms of weather, homes, and accessible weekend getaways. Although Pune is the second-largest city in Maharashtra, after Mumbai, housing prices are quite low.
Surat
Popularly known as the diamond capital of the world, Surat is not only the fastest-growing city but is also the second cleanest city in India. It is the commercial center of textiles and marks the history of trade during the Mughal period. The city is also famous for its mouth-watering food, religious sites, and beaches. Surat is a very strong city in terms of economics, with a very good GDP growth rate.
Greater Mumbai
Mumbai being extremely large is divided into regions, namely Mumbai Greater and Mumbai Suburban, the larger being Mumbai Suburban. Mumbai is the center of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, the world’s sixth most populous metropolitan area with a population of over 23 million. Mumbai is located on the west coast of India on the Konkan Coast and has a deep natural harbor. Mumbai is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Elephanta Caves, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, and Victorian and Art Deco buildings. It is surrounded by water on three sides, the Arabian Sea to the west and south and Thane Creek to the east.
Chennai
This capital of Tamil Nadu is very famous for its fascinating culture, beautiful temples and churches, passion for classical music, serene beaches, and warm weather. The city is always full of activity with many parks, malls, pubs, and beaches. Marina Beach, Kapaleeswarar Temple, Velankanni Church, Guindy National Park, and Valluvar Kottam are some of the places for which the city is famous. The city has excellent connectivity with buses, auto-rickshaws as well as a great airport.
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Ahmedabad
Situated on the banks of the Sabarmati River, Ahmedabad is one of the best and most affordable places to live in India. The city was discovered by King Ahmadshah Badshah and the influence of that era can be seen in the various architectural monuments of unique styles in and around the city. The main tourist attraction of this capital of Gujarat is the Sabarmati Ashram where Mahatma Gandhi once lived, this place has now been converted into a museum and attracts a large number of tourists every year.
Kolkata
Kolkata is the capital of West Bengal and is known as the “City of Joy”. The city is also called the ‘Cultural Capital’ and is a major cultural center of India. Kolkata is famous for Its literature, music, heritage, sweets, street cuisine, trams, metro trains, Durga Puja, and other attractions. It is situated on the banks of the River Hooghly, which makes Kolkata a beautiful place and an ideal city to live in in 2022.
Coimbatore
Coimbatore, the second-largest city in Tamil Nadu, is a friendly place with a 112-foot tall statue of Lord Shiva, known as the Adiyogi Shiva Statue. This statue included in the Guinness Book of World Records is a center of tourist attraction. Several hill stations like Ooty, Valparai, and Wayanad are within driving distance of the city. Temples, modern buildings, scenery, waterfalls, culinary arts, educational institutions, and economic centers are all available in Coimbatore.
Indore
Indore, the commercial hub of Madhya Pradesh, is a crossroads for many industries and businesses. The rich cultural past of this city has been preserved over time, which adds to its charm. Indore also houses several Ayurvedic and Allopathic hospitals and training schools, as well as the renowned Indian Institute of Management and Nuclear Center for Advanced Technology (IIM).
Vadodara
Also known as Baroda, Vadodara is the second largest city of Gujarat and has become a cultural hub due to its continuous contribution to various art forms. Vadodara is home to the monument to Maratha leader Sayaji Rao Gaekwad III and is also famous for the Lakshmi Vilas Palace, which is the residence of the Gaekwads of the Gaekwad dynasty, the Maratha royal family of Baroda state.