Status of Indian tourist attractions in October 2023
Famous tourist attractions in India and there availability
Listed here are the status of some other tourist attractions in India, if you are planning for a visit.
Planning to Visit India? Is India safe from Corona Virus?
India has opened lockdown altogether and is safe country to visit. Country has very less covid impacted patients.
Planning to Visit Kerala? Is it Good Time to visit Kerala?
Tourist attractions in Kerala are open now. Munnar is open for tourists now. Houseboats in Kumarakom has resumed its service for tourists.
Sabarimala is closed as of now. It will reopen on 17th September for 6 days for Thula Pooja.
For Makaravilakku and Mandala Pooja, Sabari Mala will be open between 16th November 2023 to 20th January 2024. Between 27th December to 30th December temple will be closed.
Champion Boat race is happening in October almost on every weekend. Find schedule of Boat Race here.
Surprisingly monsoon is not yet heavy in Kerala and hence the tourist attractions are all safe from landslides.
Falls like Athirapally (Thrissur) and Soochipara and Kanthappara falls of Wayanad are festival for eyes.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Planning to visit Shimla? Is it good time to visit Shimla?
Shimla is open for tourist now.
One can book Vista dome chair car from Kalka to Shimla which is one of the best experience, as train service has been resumed from October 5, 2023 after the brief closure for 3 months.
Shimla and Kufri didnt had any snowfall recently.
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Last Validated Date: 13-Oct-2023
Planning to visit Manali? Is It good time to Visit Manali?
Manali is open for tourists now. Rohtang Pass is open now. Atal Tunnel is open now. Solang valley is also open for tourists.
For crossing Gulaba barrier one needs to get online permit by paying necessary fees. Permit for taxis to Rohtang pass will remain same as last year, i.e. 1000 in number per day, as per the recent order from National Green Tribunal, while taxi association had requested for 5000 taxis per day.
Adventure games in Manali and Rohtang has been resumed now. Recently upper passes of Manali had snowfall. Even Srinagar and Gulmarg had fresh spell of snow.
Follow us in twitter to know the latest update on Rohtang pass. There are changes in weekly maintenance hour for Atal tunnel, which is 7 AM to 8 AM on Monday and Thursday now. Rohtang pass is no more closed on Tuesdays. All adventure sports will be resumed from mid September in Kullu district which were closed due to monsoon.
Last Validated Date: 14-Oct-2023
Planning to visit St. Mary’s Island Udupi? Is St Mary’s Island open now?
St Mary’s Island of Udupi is closed for tourists now. The island and Malpe beach has new addition of water sports. The island may open after a week from now. For more details on St Mary’s island, Udupi, click here.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Planning to visit Leh through Srinagar? Is Ladakh open for tourists?
Ladakh is open for tourists and is right time for visit.
District Commissioner office in Leh will be open only between 10AM to 12 PM for tourist permit.
Srinagar to Kargil and Leh route is closed for tourists now. Zojila pass is open for tourists now after brief closure on 14th October due to snowfall. Every Friday traffic would be suspended for weekly maintenance. Hence plan accordingly.
Siachen is open for tourists without any permit needed.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
May I visit Shillong now? Is It Good Time to Visit Shillong?
Shillong is open for tourists now. Meghalaya grassroot music project is on in Shillong, Sohra and Jowai. Find the venue here.
Cherry Blossom Festival of Shillong is scheduled on November 17th, 18th and 19th. There are music festivals which showcases renowned artists from the world.
Between 4th to 9th December, one gets to witness Monolith festival in Khasi Village. The last festival was during 2016 where prime minister Modi had participated.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Is Bannerghatta National park open now?
Bannerghatta national park is open now
Avoid Tuesdays, as it is holiday for Bannerghatta national park. Bannerghatta zoo will be closed on 17th, 24th and 31st of October 2023.
Book tickets online through official website of Bannerghatta Zoo, to avoid standing at queue during the tourist season.
There is a new Royal Bengal White Tiger in Zoo now which was exchanged as part of animal exchange with Chennai Zoo, for the cost of Lion.
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Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Planning to visit Lord Balaji Temple in Tirumala Tirupati now? Is Tirumala Temple open now?
Tirupati Balaji temple is open for devotees.
October Darshana tickets are open now. Sarvadarshana is taking around 6 hours on a weekday on an average.
Brahmotsavam in Tirupathi Tirumala is between 18th to 26th September. Below is detail on special restriction during the period.
TTD EO Dharma Reddy said that all special darshans will be canceled for the nine days of Srivari Brahmotsavam. Speaking to the media on Thursday, he said that for the convenience of the devotees, German sheds will be erected and lockers will be arranged during the Brahmotsavam. On September 18, CM Jagan Swamy will present the diplomas to them. He said that all arrangements are being made for the Brahmotsavam department wise. It has been revealed that two-wheelers are not permitted on the day of Garuda Seva. Special security measures are being taken in view of the rush on the day of Garuda Seva. He asked the municipal authorities to keep Tirupati city areas clean. He said that the staff will be brought from Ruya Hospital so that the medical treatment is available to the devotees. He said that RTC buses will ply on Ghat Road for 24 hours. Art troupes are coming from 9 states. He said that the vehicle services will start at 8 am and 7 pm. People of BC, SC, ST and fishing areas will be given darshan during Brahmotsavam to 1000 people a day, he said. He said restrictions on pedestrians and ghat roads will continue in view of the movement of wild animals. According to the report given by the forest department, the restrictions on the walking path will be relaxed, said TTD EO Dharma Reddy.
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Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Is Shirdi temple open now?
Shirdi is open for devotees now. The temple has huge influx of tourists from 15th of December which is expected to continue at least till end of February. Try reaching out early into shirdi airport, in order to get seat. Follow us in twitter to get latest update.
Starting from February, a new Vande Bharath train has been introduced between Mumbai and Shirdi. Train starts from Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminal at 6:20 AM and reaches destination at 11:40 AM. In the evening, if the train starts at 5:20 PM then reaches Mumbai by 10:50 PM. Cost for AC Chair car towards one side journey is 975 INR.
Expect a huge inflow of people during 22/10/2023 to 27/10/2023 considering Sai Baba Punya Thithi in Shirdi. Below is notice related to same from Shirdi Sansthan.
ShriSai devotees are requested to note that due to heavy crowd on occasion of Shri Saibaba Punyatithi Festival ShriSai Satyavrat Puja, Bhakta Abhishek Puja and Vehicle Puja will not be performed from Sunday, dt.22/10/2023 to Friday, dt.27/10/2023 for 06
days.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Planning to visit Bisle Ghat? Is it good time to visit Bisle ghat?
Bisle Ghat view point is open now. Kukke Subramanya temple and Dharmasthala temple is open for devotees. The line of 200rs ticket, takes less time on weekends. Expect huge rush otherwise as dasara holidays has started in state.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Planning to visit Taj Mahal? Is Taj Mahal open today?
Taj Mahal is open for tourists now. Night viewing is permitted for tourists through out the year 2 days before and 2 days after full moon.
In October 2023, it is between 26th and 30th day. On 29th, night viewing will be closed as it is Friday.
Now you can book Night viewing tickets to Taj through online. You can buy online ticket for night viewing here. Earlier, one was supposed to visit ASI office in Taj Mahal a day before the night visit in order to procure the tickets. The current step has removed the need of extra night stay. At present it costs 510 INR per person to enter the Taj Mahal premises over night, for 30 minutes. The slots are between 8 PM to 12 AM.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Planning to visit Bandipur, Karnataka? Is Bandipur open for tourists?
Bandipur Safari is open for tourists now. March to May is best time to visit Bandipur. Recently Bandipur Authorities has increased safari and entry charges to 300 INR each.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Can we book Angriya Cruise in March 2023?
Angriya Cruise has stopped serving cruise tourists for a short term and is working with Srilankan Government.
Last Validated Date: 04-May-2023
Is Ooty open for tourists?
Now all the attractions in Ooty are open for public. Road to Dodda betta has huge traffic jam over weekend During Ganesha festival and Dasara holidays. Tourist attractions in Kodaikanal is also open for tourists now.
Holiday special train No.06177 between Coonoor and Ooty will be operated on September 17 and 18, and on October 1 and 2 with 220 seats. The train will leave from Coonoor at 8.20am and reach Ooty at 9.40 am, on all four days. Similarly, the holiday special train No.06180 between Ooty and Coonoor will be operated on September 16, 17 and 30, and on October 1. The train will leave from Ooty at 4.45pm and reach Coonoor at 5.55pm, on all four days. Once can reserve ticket through IRCTC site.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Planning to visit Kodagu or Coorg or Madikeri? Is Coorg open for tourists now?
Coorg is open for tourists now. Nanjanagoodu temple and Srirangapattana is open too. Bylakuppe Buddhist Temple is open for tourists.
Dont miss to attend Madikeri Dasara between 15th to 25th October 2023.
Karnataka has assembly elections on May 10th. As part of regulations, travelers are not supposed to carry more than 50000 INR in cash, without the necessary supporting documents.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Planning to visit Chickmagalur? Is Chickmagalur open for tourists now?
Chickmagalur is open for tourists now.
Sringeri Sharadamba temple and Horanadu Annapoorneshwari temple is open for devotees too.
On 28th October, there is lunar eclipse which has visibility in India. Hence avoid visiting temples on that day, as it may be closed for Darshan.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Is Nandi Hills open for tourists now?
Nandi Hills is open for tourists. Avoid weekends as there will be huge crowd. Now try to couple your travel with Isha Adiyogi in Chikkaballapura.
Due to winter, now the hill is open for tourists between 5:30AM to 6:30PM daily.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Is Dharmasthala open for devotees now?
Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara temple is open for devotees. The line of 200rs ticket, takes close to two hours on weekends.
Expect huge rush in October as it is holiday season for academics in the southern states of India.
On 28th October, there is lunar eclipse which has visibility in India. Hence avoid visiting on that day as there could be brief closure of temple.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Is Hogenakkal open for tourists now?
Hogenakkal water falls is open for tourists now, However, expect low flow of water. If you are travelling from Bengaluru, refer to travel guide here.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
Planning to visit Mantralaya Raghavendra Swami Temple? Is It Good Time to Visit mantralaya? Is Mantralaya Temple open now?
Mantralaya is open for darshana to devotees.
Mantralaya is open for tourists. Between August 29th to September 4th there will be Saptharatrotsava held at Raghavendra mutt here. Expect huge inflow of devotees during then.
Last Validated Date: 20-Jul-2023
Planning to visit Guruvayur Temple? Is It Good Time to Visit Guruvayur?
Guruvayuru Temple is open for devotees now.
Dress Code for Guruvayur is Dhoti and Angavastram for Male and Saree or Chudidhar or Half saree for Female.
Ramayana masa is on in Kerala. Expect heavy rush in August considering Onam season.
Last Validated Date: 20-Jul-2023
Planning to visit Kaziranga National Park? Is Kaziranga open today?
Kaziranga National park is open for public now from 15th October. Now Kaziranaga is not just Kohora and Bagori. One can enjoy Dolphin watching in Brahmaputra at Bhomoraguri. In the reach of 90 KMs there is Biswanath ghat, which is awarded as best tourism village.
One can book ticket for safari only through official link here.
Park will usually close on 1st of may and open on mid of October or early November every year.
Last Validated Date: 16-Oct-2023
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