Top 10 color coded cities of India

Many Cities are given a second name to add uniqueness to them so that they get etched in memory. Many cities are known for their variant features and characteristics and have become popular all over the worldLet's have a look at 10 cities of India which are known for their color specific identities: Blue City, Jodhpur- Due to the vivid blue-painted houses around the Mehrangarh Fort the city looks blue when perceived from an aerial distance. As a result, it is called the “Blue City”.It is the second largest city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. The city is known as the "Sun City" for the bright, sunny weather it enjoys all the year round. Jodhpur is a popular tourist destination, highlighting many Palaces, Forts and Temples, and the background of the Thar Desert.Pink City or Red City, Jaipur- The city is called the “Pink City” or “Red City” because of the color of the stone entirely used for the construction of all the structures. Because pink symbolises as the color of hospitality, Maharaja Ram Singh of Jaipur painted the whole city pink to welcome the guests.It is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan in Northern India. The city is also popularly known for Nahargarh Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar and Palaces.White City, Udaipur- Udaipur is known as the “White City” because of the presence of many lakes. Another cause is that the city contains my buildings which are made up of marbles which is white in color.It is a city, a municipal corporation and the administrative headquarters of the Udaipur district in the state of Rajasthan in western India. It is often called the "Venice of the East", and is also called the "Lake City" or "City of Lakes". It is also known for its Rajput Era Palaces.Orange City, Nagpur- It is famous for the Nagpur Orange and for being a major trade centre of oranges cultivated in the region. Therefore it called as the “orange city “of India.It is the second capital and the third largest city of the Indian state of Maharashtra after Mumbai and Pune. Nagpur has been identified as the best city in India by outshining the liveability, greenery, public transport, and health care index. The city is also known for its Tiger Reserves and Information Technology Center.Yellow City or Golden City:Jaisalmer- It is called the “Golden City” because the yellow golden sand gives a golden shadow to the city and its neighbouring areas. The town also stands on a fold of yellowish sandstone, crowned by a fort, picturing the town “Yellow” or “Golden”. It is a city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is also a World Heritage Site. It lies in the heart of the Thar Desert and has a population of about 78,000. Amritsar- The city is popularly called the “Golden City” because of the Golden Temple which stands in the town. The Golden Temple is one of the most sacred shrines of the world. Therefore the city holds much significance.The city is situated in the north-western part of India and also is the administrative headquarters of the Amritsar district in the state of Punjab. The city is known for its rich cuisine and culture and for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre in 1919. Green City:Gandhinagar- The city is rightly called the “Green City” of India due to the presence of plenty of trees and plants. The city is very well maintained and greenery is found on both sides of the roads. When observed aerially the city looks green.It is the capital of the state of Gujarat in Western India. Gujarat's new capital city, lies on the west bank of the Sabarmati River. It is very well known for the Aksahrdham Temple and because the city was the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi.Chandigarh- Tree plantation and landscaping has been an integral part of the Plan. Twenty six different types of flowering and twenty tow species of evergreen trees have been planted all over the city. The roads in Chandigarh are surrounded by trees and it has the third highest forest cover in India. Therefore it is called the “Green City”.It is the capital of two states Punjab and Haryana, and the Union Territory of India. This is the first smoke-free city in India.Silver City, Cuttack- It Cuttack is called as “Silver City” because of the wonderful silver, ivory and brass filigree works of the city which is also famous all over the world for the artistic designs.It is the former capital and the second largest city in the eastern Indian state of Odisha. It is also the headquarters of the Cuttack district. Cuttack is one of the oldest cities of Orissa and India. It is also the birth place of great patriot and freedom fighter, Subash Chandra Bose.Black City, Kolkata- A number of Europeans were imprisoned in a small lockup popularly known as the Black Hole of Calcutta. Another reason being a finger of goddess Kali fell here when Shiva was carrying her dead body. The temple enshrines an awe inspiring black stone idol of goddess Kali. Therefore the city is popularly called as the “Black City “of India. It is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal, located on the east bank of the Hooghly River. The city has the main business, academic, and cultural hub of Eastern India.