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Junagadh Vacations all Inclusive

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The city Junagadh (~ 200,000 inhabitants), as Sorath known, lies at the foot of Girnar hill (about 875 km north-west of Bombay). The city's history begins in the 3rd Century BC and from that time is also still preserved Fort Uperkot.

From here you have the opportunity to make unforgettable excursions / sightseeing tours. For example, after Chorwad with sandy beaches, Or Sasangir, home of the Asiatic lions and many other wild animals.

Attractions in and around Junagadh
The remarkable Jain temples are located on the Girnar mountains (Hills), about 10km from the city center. At the top of the mountain "Ambaji" (1.100m asl) is one of the more famous temples in the area.

Ashok Shilalekh:
About 2 km east of Junagadh, 3 km from the foot of Girnar hill, you will find an edict of Emperor Ashoka, which in the 3rd Register century BC in the rock was. The moral instructions were etched in Brahmi script in the 10m high cliff.

The Sakkarbaug Zoo is the oldest zoo in Gujarat. Here are the rare Asian Lion (Gir-Lion). bred and sold to other zoos.

Uperkot, The impressive Fortress on the plateau in the middle of the city was besieged in a period of 800 years 16 times. The longest siege lasts for twelve years, but was not successful. Within the fortress is also a Jama Masjid, with over 140 columns, built on a destroyed Hindu temple. Please also visit the Buddhist caves from the period 500 AD, leading several stories below the earth. There is also an impressive Egyptian cannon and two large fountains to admire.

Very close to the train station you will find the fantastic mausoleum Mahabat Maqbara a ruler in the 19th Century.

Other attractions

    Darbar Hall Museum - An interesting collection of weapons, textiles, photo galleries, etc.
    Gayatri Mandir & VAGHESHWARI Mandir - two beautiful temples of Maa Gayatri Maa and Vagheshwari
    Sonapur - Many statues of saints and a cemetery
    Damodar Kund - Holy baths for Hindus
    DAMODARJI TEMPLE Near Aswatthama Hill
    Science Museum - Gujarat's first and only private science museum.
    Moti BAUG - Probably the best garden of the Agricultural University Junagadh Agricultural University "
    Mujkund caves - The famous Krishna - location
    Ayurveda-Museum-Museum in the western part of town. Known for its natural medical treatment.
    Narsinh MAHETA LAKE - A beautiful artificial lake near Talav gate.

Tip Girnar Competition:
Each year, between 1 and 10 January, the competition held in Girnar climbing. All to create the 1,700 meters in 2 hours will be certified by the Government of Gujarat;)

World Heritage Caves in Mitla

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Mitla is an archaeological site in the state of Oaxaca, a Zapotec foundation area where there is evidence of human occupation since the beginning of our era. Perhaps neglected by the most renowned archaeological Mexico , the ruins of Mitla spent unjustly undervalued in the eyes of mass tourism.

Something similar happened with the ruins of Yagul , in the same state. Caves Yagul and Mitla , in the Central Valley of Oaxaca , were recently recognized as World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Thus, Oaxaca equates to the area of Yucatan , as the area most distinguished sites.

Caves Yagul and Mitla in your area containing the earliest farming areas across the continent. The novelty of recognition, is included within the category of cultural landscape: it is nothing less than the area where originated the domestication of plants to grow, giving rise to the earliest sedentary civilizations of the continent. In the caves in particular, the paintings are a record of life in the region for thousands of years.

In Yagul , there are vestiges of pictorial art in the tombs discovered not so long ago. In Mitla there is also a monumental architectural complex, the remains of a population that reached its peak between the tenth and sixteenth. There are remains of plazas, palaces, administrative , monoliths, and fortresses in ruins.

The declaration of Mitla and Yagul as a world heritage site, increases the number of sites recognized by Mexico at 31, making it the sixth worldwide. In Oaxaca , add three sites recognized by the area Montealbán and Historical Center. No doubt good news for the country, which leaves no doubt that is much more than sun and sand destination.

Kailasa Temple

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Most caves leave the visitor with their mouths open, but which arouses interest because of its uniqueness is the number 16, Kailasa, which is not a cave, but a temple, the world's largest excavated stone monolith . Kailasa immediately reminds the churches of Lalibela in Ethiopia, which is certainly above and, perhaps, inspiration.

Digging a trench in the basalt, the craftsmen were able to isolate a stone monolith of 50 feet long by 33 wide and 30 tall. For a century did not stop chopping block of basalt, starting at the top and emptied following the sides, to complete a temple that well deserves to be World Heritage Site itself, although it is already set as part of Ellora.

As such a task must have seemed little stone cutters, in my free time is devoted to open new galleries and balconies on the walls of the mountain, where they can now enjoy the best views of the temple. Such is the case of the magnificent Hall Lankesvara dug into the trench wall which faces the northern facade of Kailasa, and from the balconies you can enjoy a superb view of the scenes of the Mahabharata that adorn the temple wall.

Palace on Wheels All Inclusive

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Rajasthan is a state located in northern India where you can board the magnificent Royal train Palace on Wheels where you can enjoy all the luxury and comfort of a modern five star hotel while the charm of a decor inspired by the exotic and refined Indian art.

The 14 cars that make up this fantastic train are baptized with the names of the mythical cities of Rajasthan: Kota, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Alwar, Sirohi, Kishangarh, Bundi, Dungarpur, Bhratpur, Jhalawar and Dholpur.

The roofs of the carriages of the Palace on Wheels are decorated with stylized designs in green and gold and Rajasthan paintings, tapestries and antiques scattered throughout the interior give it an air of distinction. In addition, travelers can choose between compartments with double or twin beds and enjoy the elegant bathrooms equipped with hot and cold water. Of course, all shipboard personnel are uniformed and provide personalized service to every customer. Its exquisite dining room, where you can taste dishes both India and international specialties as well as your hairdresser or your library are designed to fulfill any wish of the lucky traveler who decides to travel in this train of dreams.

The train departs every Wednesday from Delhi city, a great place to begin a week long trip duration, which take travelers through the state of Rajasthan, "the state of the Knights" and the city of Agra in the neighboring state of Uttar Pradesh to admire the wonder of the Taj Mahal.

The first stop is Jaipur known as the Rose City here the travelers are greeted by elephants decorated in Indian style and a band of musicians who will welcome before embarking on a journey in a luxury bus to see Jaipur.

After this short tour, the traveler returns to train the next day, visit Chittogarh, Where stands one of the most legendary fortresses of Rajasthan: the strong Chitor.

After the incredible views of Chittogarh, it then travels by bus to Udaipur, The City of Lakes. Here stand some of the palaces, gardens and most fascinating temples in India, as the Jag Nivas Palace, residence of Prince Mewar and now converted into a magnificent hotel, which seems to float on the waters of Lake Picchola.

Back to Palace on Wheels Is undertaken trip to the ancient city of Sawai Madopur, Near which the fort of Ranthambore, a tenth-century building where you can see the lush vegetation Ratahambore National Park, home to a uniquely beautiful animal: the tiger.

The next destination is Jaisalmer, Here you can see a strong built entirely in sandstone, a material that favored the traditional size with incredible designs and shapes, art can also be admired in the city of Jaisalmer, which dates from the twelfth century. For intrepid travelers, organize a camel safari and a stay in a camp rajasthani dance and music to better understand the wonders that encloses the desert.

From here the train is heading one of the most monumental cities of Rajasthan: Jodhpur, Founded in 1459. Dominating the town stands the Mehrangarh Fort, considered one of the greatest strengths of India and who have best retained its color and grandeur.

New Delhi Airport

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The Indira Gandhi International Airport was inaugurated in July 2010. The famous Terminal 3 now welcomes travelers in better conditions.

Gone are the nightmare of arrivals and departures at New Delhi! The decrepit old airport, the queues at passport controls, hours to sit on the floor, waiting to board, harassment of taxi drivers outside the terminal: all this is over. India is new arrival, guided tour of the new airport Indira Gandhi (IGI Airport), built as a showroom for a fitting welcome 33 million passengers are expected.

Terminal 3, we dreamed, India has done
We only talk about him for three years already. The Terminal 3 has been mounting in 3D computer graphics in 2008, visible in all Indian television channels and on the Internet where a site had been dedicated, relayed by YouTube. A vision of the future difficult to imagine for those who knew the old airport. "The Future Has Landed," as announced in India Today in June 2010.

Three terminals are provided at the end of the gigantic construction site. It is the "T3" (pronounced "ti three") which opened the ball, before the No. 1 and No. 2 should be created within three years. But it is a great overview of developments in the country. Terminal 3 up Delhi airport to 8th place worldwide in terms of size and annual volume of passengers. It is out of the ground in less than three years. To do this, an intensive program of "training" has been established with all teams participating in its construction engineers, technicians, workers, supervised by "trainers" who had no other mission than to remain among the troops the hectic pace of work. 200 companies and 35 000 people worked non-stop on this huge site.

600 000 m3 of concrete, one billion m3 of earthwork, 95,000 m2 of glass, 100,000 tons of reinforcing steel ... It is a monster who is out of the ground in 2010. If Delhi wanted to become a true international Travel packages hub and invested in this airport is also due to the dramatic increase of its domestic traffic. The T3 is now managing both international flights than domestic flights, the domestic terminal was built in the immediate vicinity of the T3.

Speed and comfort for travelers
All airport development has been designed around time management. The goal is to shorten the time between different stages of the traveler: less than 45 minutes after his arrival in Terminal, it needs access to its lounge. 168 check-in counters will avoid the endless queues, passengers are divided into 97 lanes. At peak times, 23 automatic kiosks can be used by travelers, without having to go through the counters. As for baggage checks, the T3 is equipped with 5 high-speed rail to scan each bag five times. 14 Terminal Baggage Claim can treat nearly 13,000 bags per hour.

For baggage, less than 15 minutes elapse before the arrival of the first, and less than 40 minutes to the last. Once the baggage retrieved, it takes less than 5 minutes to reach the parking lot, and less than 3 minutes to find a taxi. 10 minutes to go to passport control. Remain long distances, Terminal measuring 1.2 km long. An Indian journalist has been tested directly, by comparing different airports in Asia. One in Delhi is one of the longest to go, although many treadmills allow you to move quickly from one point to another. In addition, travelers can use an electric cart, with or without driver.

Delhi airport: a welcoming place for travelers
Carpets, ergonomic chairs, massage chairs, green walls, works of art ... the airport has worked hard for travelers to use their transit. A residence of 60 rooms can now accommodate passengers, and restaurants to suit all kitchens in the world (there are even coffee and croissants for breakfast ...) are open 24/24.

Need to unwind? Welfare institutes, showers, massages, spa and steam room can decompress before boarding the plane. Businessmen can rent individual stalls, equipped with desks and chairs to isolate themselves from the crowd. Needless to say, the wifi is present on all nine floors of the airport.

For shopping, the airport Indira Gandhi now reflects the new India "urban" and the luxury boutiques rely primarily on the new purchasing power of Indians themselves. Jewelry, cosmetics, perfumes, clothing, food, etc.. staged on five levels, like the "malls" in which American Indians are so fond.

Arrival in India by the Delhi airport
Foreign travelers will now have to buy the latest guidebooks, because traveling with previous editions, they may no longer understand anything. Winning the Indian capital since the airport is now a breeze:

With the metro (150 rupees - 3 €): the orange line, called "Express Line", will drop you at New Delhi in 18 minutes. New Delhi station is located behind the New Delhi railway station: you need simply by crossing the railway bridge to find yourself at the entrance of Main Bazaar in Pahar Ganj. To get to Connaught Place, New Delhi to change, and take the yellow line to the south, Patel Chowk station.
By car or taxi, an eight-lane highway now saves you hours of traffic jam to exit the airport (about 400 rupees to go to New Delhi).
Less stress, less fatigue and misunderstanding, travelers can now leave or set foot on Indian soil in the best conditions.
In the next three years, Terminals 1 and 2 will emerge. They welcome more domestic flights and many more low-cost airlines in India. Before 2020, there are 100 million passengers will transit each year in Delhi.

Places To Visit in Goa

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Goa is fun, romantic and power, even if time is limited. For a suggested itinerary for 5 days that I do restaurants, find your guide in this snapshot.

There was absolute silence, except for a silent flash. As we shuffled into line next to my husband, not to peel your eyes away from the remains of St. Francis Xavier, a haunting voice rent the air of the church, almost piercing through my heart. I did not understand a word of what the voice - is personified heaven, no less - was singing, but it must be true that music knows no barriers. For I know not why, he moved inside me. And there, as I found myself with tears in his eyes.

Now that was not the Goa I had in mind when we were planning our trip from Delhi. The beaches and palm trees, sun and sand, fun and Feni, and a quick romantic getaway was the talk of the sale, which had attracted us. But spirituality? Goa, of course, is both a surprise ambush.

It was a shock, however, that had preceded the spiritual parentheses.

Incredibly, my first reaction was not long after arriving at Dabolim was that we had. We had just disbursed R 80 (less than $ 2) for a ride in less-than-a 2 km from a prepaid taxi from the airport and could not believe how insane the driver had left us. I am pleased to report that the only regret that we have our otherwise perfect trip Goa. Nowhere is the rare combination of rich history, stunning architecture, enviable geography, syncretic religion, food, drool-worthy, all spiced with a local population of genius. The problem was that all we had five days to experience the buffet. Impossible? It is not enough, either, but certainly possible.

After our script, just unload your luggage in the suites (we stayed in the mess of the Coast Guard officers), to start looking for a rent of two wheels. It was the only way to obtain the freedom of mobility. But to reach unless a breeze. After waiting nearly 20 minutes, an old bus finally appeared, but was full. Pass. Looking ahead, we decided to hitchhike. A pleasantly chatty young man gave us a lift to the Basque, the nearest market, but not before telling us Hollant, a secret beach. (An aside:.? I have a curiosity that his car had several empty bottles of 7Up, a sparkling beverage, but no alcohol abstainer Goa is an anomaly or have succumbed to the clichés) motorcycle / scooter proved to be much more Basque of what had been said to be satisfied with what came out again, this time in an autorickshaw Bogmallo. Once there, he struck gold twice, rent a bike could take place day and night for the next four days and nights, and discover an uncrowded beach near our place to stay. We also found an abandoned fishing boat on the beach that has become our romantic getaway. Dinner at the Sea Gull, the night before was an average of Goa. But what excited us was the Baywatch-style lifeguards and their jobs. It was a constant in most of the beaches of Goa.

Day 2, directed to the southern beaches of Goa, the day dawned sunny and calm in a couple eager to drop. Zip through wonderfully smooth roads covered with palm trees, colorful houses, pristine white churches, and through lush paddy fields, which merged with the horizon beyond, the beach break (the sea, no doubt, is the main attraction in Goa). Our first stop was Hollant, a few miles from Bogmallo. Certainly it is a beach that is so far largely unknown (which explains the absence of any type of tourism, except the two of us), but he was born. After spending some time walking around, we were again. Driving from one beach to another - Velsao, Colva, Benaulim, Majorda, Varca and Verna - we realized that if the cheek by cheek, each has its own characteristics. Verna, for example, is hunted by local fishermen, while Colva is clearly a tourist destination. Moral of the story: In Goa, always, the conclusion that this is a case of "seen one, seen them all." Benaulim and Majorda registration of foreign travelers and May be an off-season, the flow was limited. The latter, which has become a personal favorite, was quiet spectacular. As expected, became our meeting place.

Day 3: Over the long trip to old Goa, Panaji and beyond the river Mandovi, the wind against my face was almost lull me to sleep, while the beauty that surrounds me excited. The houses - some with imposing facades Portuguese, more inviting, with thatched roofs - and the atmosphere was exotic. This part of Goa, founded in the 16th century, is contrary to the images of our days at ports. It s like entering another era, away from the beaches and sexy rave. A quick stop at the Iglesia San Juan Bautista, Carambolim later went to the Basilica of Bom Jesus (which houses the sarcophagus mentioned San Francisco Javier). The stunning chapel was built in the 16th century, was rebuilt in 1884 after being abandoned for nearly 300 years. Just next door is the Cathedral of St. Church, that took 80 years to do in line with the objective to make it worthy of wealth and power of the Portuguese. Then visit the impressive ruins of the 17th century, the Church of San Agustín (with its tower standing 46 m high). Although the Calangute beach proved a major disappointment - overcrowded and dirty with the poor over the Arabian Sea near the sea of humanity, which makes the most popular beach - offering all sorts of water activities and sports for the enthusiasts. Fort Aguada (Aguada "means water in Portuguese), in order to protect themselves from predators armies of the Dutch and the Marathas, it has become a major tourist attraction. Today is also home to the central prison. A stroll through the charming market town of Mapusa and we're back ... Benaulim once again. Another day less.

Day 4: After the frantic pace at which we were carousing around Goa since it landed, it made sense to slow down. Benaulim directly! Located in wicker chairs with your feet a few steps from the sea in storm, we beer and snacks and chewing. That is, this place called Goa in Benaulim, quiet and clean, this is where we want to be occasionally called Goa. There are no restrictions for any concern or care, relax, literally in the lap of nature. Eating, drinking, napping, reading, all interspersed with a splash, we have found our elixir. Come evening and chairs have been replaced by tables and cane chairs. In the dark, candlelit, based mainly on the senses of hearing about swooshing waves caress our feet, the world seemed to have suffered a setback. A romantic encounter serendipitiously made us fall in love a little "more. With Goa. With life. To each other.

Day 5: With a flight scheduled to depart at 16.00 hours, there was little pencil in. So we played easy, get up later than usual. After a hearty breakfast, which hits the market Basque containers to collect the famous Bebinca, a layer cake in a unique way of Goa, and hot chips for our friends at home before leaving with another friend had made the trip , the two wheels (made the lease less than 2,000 rupees, about $ 45). We returned to base camp in a picturesque bus, where everyone seemed to know everyone else. A quick lunch and we met at the airport. I returned to reality with a heavy heart, but I was taking a slice of Goa with me - an audio recording of the mass of the nightingale singing in the Basilica of Bom Jesus. Surprisingly, there are the beaches or beauty, but her voice is Goa for me. Call it heaven on earth.

Hours: Top 3 Picks
Souza Lobo, Calangute. The fact that it is highly recommended and popular with the locals themselves is a testament to its authenticity. Fresh seafood.

Zeebop, Majorda. A hidden treasure. Most users come to the word-of mouth advertising. Funny and strange, with good food to match.

Coco Cabana Beach, Benaulim. friendly and not intrusive on a beach that is quiet and unspoiled Personnel. Add a variety of food and Coco become a favorite.

Recommended itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Dabolim airport, hotel accommodation, places to visit nearby

Day 2: Head south of Goa and move from one beach to another. Focus on what you like, drop anchor for the day

Day 3: Drive to Old Goa to experience a piece of history and religion

Day 4: Relax on the attractive beach, swimming, water sports

Day 5: Hit closer to the market, shop, scout for souvenirs, leave for the airport

Places to Visit in Rajasthan

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On his trip to Rajasthan in India is a wonderful opportunity to visit some of the exciting tourist attractions and entertainment. They will come to many tourist attractions and historical towns and other interesting places to visit in Rajasthan. Take a look at some important tourist attractions that you are on your visit to Rajasthan.

Jaipur - Jaipur, the Pink City of India, is the capital of Rajasthan state, is a beautiful city in India with many monuments and modern attractions. During a trip to Jaipur, one arrives at a wonderful blend of old world charm and modern. City Palace, Hawa Mahal and Jantar are important landmarks and tourist attractions of the city. Amber Fort, a stronghold of Fort Jaigarh Nahargarh are three exceptionally strong in the city. Elephant ride to Amber Fort is a unique and real. Birla Temple, Govind Dev Ji Temple, Jal Mahal, Mot Dungri, etc. are other attractions of the city tour of Jaipur.

Udaipur - Although the city of lakes Udaipur is known as one of the best places to visit in Rajasthan. It is one of the most beautiful and romantic cities of India with several lakes and palaces with fairytale charm. Jag Mandir Palace, Lake Palace, Fateh Prakash Palace, Pichola Lake, Udai Sagar Lake, the Monsoon Palace, City Palace, Shiv Niwas Palace, Fateh Sagar Lake, Pratap Memorial, Saheliyon-Ki-Bari , Temple Eklingji Folk Art Museum, Jagdish Temple, and so are the places visited by the city of Udaipur.

Jaisalmer - also known as the Golden City of India, Jaisalmer is a wonderful place to visit at exciting tourist excursions and tours of Rajasthan. the Great Indian Desert - This beautiful city is located amidst the vast desert of Thar. Golden Fort (Sonar Kila), Jain temples, Salim Singh-ki Haveli, Patwon-Ki Haveli, Nathmalji-Ki-Haveli, Desert National Park, sand dunes, camel safaris, jeep safaris, camping desert, desert expeditions, etc are prime attractions of Jaisalmer Tourism. Jaisalmer is often described as the Mini Rajasthan.

Ranthambhore - Ranthambhore National Park is one of the best wildlife and national parks in northern India. It is one of the most beautiful places in India to watch the Bengal tigers in the wild. The park is noted worldwide for the large population of Bengal tigers. Besides tigers, the park is home to a variety of mammals, reptiles, birds and vegetation. It is home to one of the largest trees of the banyan tree in India. Tourists can enjoy the best of Ranthambhore Jeep Safari or Elephant Safari. Ranthambhore Fort is worth visiting attraction.

Mount Abu (the only hill station of Rajasthan), Ajmer, Pushkar, Bikaner, Jodhpur, etc. to see some other places in Rajasthan. Right-clicking on Rajasthan tour package you will experience the best of Rajasthan Vacations the various tourist attractions.

Places to visit in India

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India is a beautiful country and a major tourist destinations and attractions throughout the world. There are many attractions and places to visit in India. Take a look at some major tourist resort in this beautiful country.

Delhi is the capital of India. The main attractions of this city are the Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid, President's House, India Gate, Old Fort, Akshardham Temple, etc. Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb in Delhi are UNESCO World Heritage . The Akshardham temple is the largest Hindu temple complex in the world. It 's also the destination of the tour departure golden triangle of India. The Golden Triangle tour covering Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.

Agra is one of the most beautiful cities in northern India. It is a city in Indian state of Uttar Pradesh is home to the world's most beautiful building - the Taj as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Taj Mahal is the symbol of love and attracts tourists from around the world in a very good number. Agra, Red Fort, the Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daullah, Fatehpur Sikri, Buland Darwaza, etc. are the attractions of the city of Agra tour and travel. A trip to the truck battery Taj Mahal is a unique and unforgettable experience. The Taj seems unusual, especially during the time of sunrise, sunset or full moon. The Taj Mahal is also one of the star attractions of tourism in India.

Jaipur (the Pink City of India - the capital of Rajasthan), Udaipur (the city of lakes), Jodhpur (the second largest city in Rajasthan), Mount Abu (the only hill station of Rajasthan), Jaisalmer (the city of 'Gold of India), Ajmer, Pushkar, etc. are tourist attractions located in the state of Rajasthan royal and majestic. Rajasthan is known for its historical monuments, nature reserves and parks, heritage hotels, etc. Rajasthan is one of the tourist sites in India. Varanasi (the city of temples), Rameshwaram, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dwarka, Puri, Ajmer, Pushkar, Amritsar, Badrinath, Rameshwaram, Mahabalipuram, Madurai, Kanyakumari, etc. are the most popular tourist attractions in India known for religious meaning.

Mumbai is a big city and capital of Maharashtra. Elephanta Caves, Gateway of India, Victoria Terminus, Prince of Wales Museum, Juhu Beach and Chowpatty, Marine Drive, etc., are the attractions in Mumbai. Victoria Terminus and the Elephanta Caves are UNESCO World Heritage Site. Aurangabad in Maharashtra noticed the UNESCO world heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves. Goa and Kerala are the main destinations of tourism in India. Goa is known for its beaches, churches and clubs. Kerala is known for its beaches, backwaters, houseboats, hill stations, spice plantations, etc. There are many fascinating tourist attractions in India love to explore.

Tiger Tours India

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Indian tiger is considered to be jewel of Indian wildlife sanctuary. A glimpse of black and yellow combination behind the grass or rock, seem so fascinating that everyone wants to catch this moment in his camera. But it has become a utopia due to tiger's inclusion in the list of extinct animal. That is why Indian government has started a special project for preservation of tigers, known as Tiger reserve project. In these tiger reserve project, there are estimated to more than 2500 tigers. Tiger is regarded as the national animal of India since the 2500 BC, the Indus valley civilization. Thus India emerges as a perfect home for the jewel of Indian wildlife, Tiger where you can explore the enchanting beauty of the tiger and virgin flora and fauna of the wild life sanctuary.

The Indian tigers are agile, fast runners and able climbers. They are the largest among all the cat family and the fastest running animal. They can jump to a height of 32 feet and swim up to 18 miles. They are pure carnivore and eat animals like deer, water buffalo, wild pigs, small mammals which they easily kill with their strong teeth. They can eat up to 40 pounds at a time which lasts them for days.

In India, Bengal tigers can be seen at Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh, Corbett National Park in Uttaranchal, Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh, Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan, Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary in Rajasthan, Sunderbans National Park in West Bengal, Bandipur & Nagarhole National Park in Karnataka, Dudhwa National Park in Uttar Pradesh and Manas Tiger Reserve in Assam.

The Indian Tiger is India's pride and they are still found in good numbers in the country's reserved forests. They are the biggest and the fastest of the cat family and it is a thrill watching them kill and feed on their prey.

The Tiger is the spirit of the Indian Jungle India tiger tour is one of the best possible way to explore the wildlife holidays in India.

Buddhist Destinations in India

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Bihar, Whose name derives from the ancient word "vihara" which means monastery, is in fact a land of great spirituality,temples and shrines strewn with Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, Sikhs and Muslims.

According to legend, the first great empires in India rose and fell in this region, created the first universities in the world, the river Ganges width flows and enriches its plains before disposing in the Bengal delta. But more notable is that Bihar is one of the most closely related to the life of Buddha whose steps can be taken through a tour of several cities in the state.

Let us start Patna the capital. Formerly Pataliputra, Azimabad Kusumpur and is considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, mentioned by vacation travelers and Mauryan Megasthenes Fa-Hien and shopping district of East in the nineteenth century. Patna Buddha preached in the last years of his life.

Here we visit Jadu Garh, Patna Museum, whose jewel is the Didarganj Yakshi, a terracotta urn, it is said, contains the ashes of Buddha. In addition there are over 57,000 objects to see. Vaishali, 40 km from Patna, is the home of the Khuda Baksh Oriental Library, with Muslims and other rare manuscripts from the University of Cordoba Spain

Here are the ruins of the Second Buddhist Council. We will continue to travel to Nalanda, 90 km south of Patna. His name is connected with the transmission of spiritual knowledge. Monastic university flourished here between the ages VI to XI. It says that contained nine million books and 2,000 teachers who taught housed 10,000 students from all over the Buddhist world.

Buddha taught here and one of its outstanding students was Hieun Tsang, the seventh-century Chinese traveler. 12 km from here, archaeological excavations revealed temples, monasteries, conference rooms and the palace Rajgir, Site of the first Buddhist Council.

Rajgir contains many episodes in the life of Buddha spent here five years after he attained enlightenment, and gave most of his sermons on the hill Gridhrakuta. The last leg of our journey is Bodhgaya, Mahabodhi temple exactly where the Buddha attained enlightenment.

It is very easy to reach Patna by air or land in your India Vacation. His Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport is connected directly to the main airports in the states that receive international flights. On the express train can take New Delhi - Howrah or other important lines arriving via other cities like Mumbai, Bangalore, Varanasi and many more. If you arrive by car, should know that Patna is connected by road with major cities across the national highways 30, 31 and 19.

Wedding Honeymoon Tips

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Deciding on a location:
Decide on the date. If your wedding is going to be a religious one it makes it simpler there is always your church where it can happen. It is not that religious ceremony cannot be held in other places, but it is also an option. You can arrange your wedding in a country club, yacht, your home, your favorite hotel or even a beach. The important factor that is going to decide the size of your location is the number of guests you're expecting. Now after deciding this narrow down venues by checking out about them online and choosing the one that comes within your budget. After you've selected the place make a visit in advance to make the necessary modifications in the place after thoroughly inquiring about the fee and cancellation process you can sign the contract.

Ceremony readings:
These are piece of poetry that has to be read out aloud during your wedding. The classifications of this are secular and religious. It can be read by close relatives or friends who are not a part of the wedding party like the groomsmen or bridesmaid.

Love has been poetry's theme from time immortal. You can choose from a wide variety of poems of your favorite poet. A passage taken from great love stories is also an option. If you have a friend who is a pro in poetic skills its even better it could also be a way of honoring their talent.

The choice of readers is another important factor to be taken into consideration. Their voice should be soft at the same time audible. Choose a person who doesn't know what stage fear is. The reader should practice reading well.

Must have Accessories for the ceremony:
The lit varies according to the style in which your ceremony is going to be held but in general this is the list and you can make the necessary modifications accordingly.

For a general ceremony you need a guest book, unity candles and sources of lighting, programs, pen set, aisle runner, aisle bows, flower girl basket, ring pillow, gateway and toss.

Additional items for Catholic:
Bouquet for rosary of Virgin Mary and Lasso.

For bridal make up:
It is necessary for the bride to remain fresh and beautiful throughout the day after all she is the center of attraction and she got to maintain that image well start experimenting various make ups months before your wedding and Luxury Honeymoon. Start drinking plenty of water and avoid going out in sun sans sunscreen. Use home made face packs like cucumber, green gram face packs or fruit and vegetable packs which will improve the quality of your skin.

Honeymoon Wedding Destinations in India

Tourism of India in Taj Mahal

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Tourism of India is doing a wonderful job of taking care of the tourist attractions along with the security of the tourists who come to see the greatly adored monuments like the Taj Mahal. In India, the tourism has widely spread its department in various forms and offices so that special care with respect to all the factors related to the tourism can be taken care of.

You will find all the possible information on this page related to tourism of Indian, Agra and the Taj Mahal. Most of the important telephone numbers and address worldwide are mentioned here on one page so that you can print it before you go for a travel or a tour to India to visit your favorite attractions.

National Tourism of India: According to India’s Ministry of Tourism, world tourism accounts for $856 Billion in International Tourism Receipts and there were 5.08 million foreign tourist arrivals in India in 2007. Annual Growth Rate was calculated at 14.3%. Foreign Exchange earnings from tourism were estimated to be $10.73 Billion. Though there are lots of tourism sites and places in India, it is highly likely that a great majority of the foreign tourists have visited the Taj Mahal.

Uttar Pradesh Tourism: The department of Tourism of Uttar Pradesh has a Tourism Development Policy where tourism is declared as an industry to encourage investments and develop luxury tourist destinations and tourist attractions. In order to attain the policy’s objective, tourist circuits are developed to enhance tourism in the state.

India Tourism Offices in India: India has tourism offices spread all over the country due to the rich heritage of the tourist attractions all over the country.

Tourism in Agra, Uttar Pradesh: The tourism of Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India is handling all the important functionalities required in the tourism of the Taj Mahal and other monuments of Agra. It is taking responsibilty of all the tourist security with the tourist information centres working actively at various places in Agra.

Overview of London

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This article is a quick overview of London. This is also a look at the population, a small part of modern history, and how this has affected the views of its citizens. Finally, it is a quick overview of some vacation packages attractions and activities available to residents and visitors to London. All that will be covered in more detail in this series of articles.

Any talk of five or so largest cities in the world automatically includes London. Whether it's the leading financial centers, cultural, educational, political, or entertainment centers, never mind. London will be referred to as a leader in these and many other categories.

The population of London is quite diverse and about 300 different languages spoken by its inhabitants. These people number about 7.5 million euros in the city and suburbs, a total of 12 to 14 million combined in the metropolitan area. It ranks metro areas in London 18th on the list of world's largest metropolitan areas.

London is the largest metropolitan area in the world population from 1825 to 1925, but was overtaken by many cities around the world and probably just as well. Different populations is a lesson in tolerance, with 30 percent of the population were born outside the UK Perhaps it is not as tolerant as apathy. Londoners are not known for their warmth toward foreigners, but London is a place of business and that it is necessary to understand to do business.

Certainly no one can blame for Londoners feel less distain immigrants to its population, but they really do not. London has long been a target of the terrorist attacks of one kind or another. Without going too far back in history you can try to imagine what would it be like to raise their children alone during the early 20th century, when World War I zeppelin overhead dropping firebombs over the city. This was one of the first airborne attacks ever, and it took a while before defenses are designed to combat bombing.

World War II was even worse when the German Blitz population is in constant fear of bombardment of the city day and night. In both situations, the majority of the population, head of rural or at least send their children there. Several decades later, car bombs were detonated and pubs have been targeted. Other attacks take place in the city, with provisional IRA and other groups sympathetic to their cause over the past four decades.

It may be that of dealing with harsh reality gets easier with time. London has experienced plague, civil war devastating fire, with bombings and attacks over the past two thousand years and probably will be back stronger than any event.

Throughout London remains one of the other cities in the world.London also remains vibrant city and is a leader in each category of any significance that makes a major global city.London thirty-two boroughs and the city of Westminster, included within its boundaries poorly organized. Over time, boroughs are grouped into regions, towns and other authorities in many different and sometimes confusing ways. Let's talk about Central London, Inner London, Greater London, London Metropolitan London, London City, or outer London is very confusing for anyone who has not spent much time there.As a card in hand may be a requirement for not only tourists but residents as well.

London is a real small town in Greater London. It is at the heart of London and not much larger than one square mile. This part of the city's main financial center and second largest in Europe, central business district.Besides being a powerful financial community in London is a major transportation hub. London has five international airports and major port. Heathrow International Airport only carries more passengers than other airports in the world.

Also a major tourist destination, offers entertainment with London Theater, music, dance and films. Shopping is great to attract people visiting London with many famous places for shopping. From small stores to huge markets many people are attracted to London by commercial opportunities.

Clubs and live music sites bring in another crowd, albeit a slightly different crowd, but once again London is all about diversity. Sports, attractions, cultural sites and historical sites, tourists also bring the car load. Buses are the main method for getting around London, but a ride on London Eye British Airway Flights gives you a good look at the city from the River Thames and on a clear day you can take in 55 of the most famous landmarks in London in a ride for half an hour the eye. This can be combined with river cruise, which departs from London Eye Pier to get a more detailed look at the sights. This is a good idea to do this at the beginning of travel destinations because they see little eyes can help you decide which ones you want to see in person and give you an idea of their location from where you are staying.

London has some great museums, and you can get access to many of them without breaking your budget. The National Art Gallery displays many classic paintings, while Portrait National Gallery displays portraits of many of the most famous people in history. Portrait of the National Gallery also has a roof restaurant with a splendid view. At Tate Britain and Tate Modern photos are excellent, and the Royal Academy of Arts is putting on a great show of summer 1768.The Tower of London where the Crown Jewels are kept, Tower Bridge, St. Paul's Cathedral, Buckingham Palace and Royal Albert Hall to see the other tour attractions that will help you gain understanding and assessment of History in London.

Mannavanur valley

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They say God is impartial, but there are some places on this tiny planet of ours that defy the claim. One such place is located right next to God's Own Country Kerala, not Africa.Just an hour away from Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu, lies the fresh-like-a-breeze Mannavanur valley. If, instead of taking a car, you choose to get aboard the state transport bus, do so on an empty stomach. You'll save a tonne of money but super human powers of balance and courage will be needed to withstand the ride.

The ancient bus will hurtle through winding hilly roads and hairpin turns at the speed of sound. For the duration of the ride, which is about an hour and a half, the bus driver will nonchalantly chat up passengers and conductor alike, oblivious that the bus is almost a breath away from certain disaster. But then, as Calvin's dad would say, "It builds character."

Expanding views
As you leave Kodai town behind, wilderness and terrace farms alternate, expanding into the valley below. But all the views and valleys and busted valves (yes, the bus breaks down from time to time) cannot prepare you for the Mannavanur valley.

The very first glimpse will ensure instant silence. The second will cause disbelief. By the third glimpse you'll try to take it all in. The rolling grassy hills with clumps of chola forests that take over at regular intervals, a lake located in just the right spot and the Perijam forest spread out like a blanket, its edges skirting the valley. Ferns of silver, bronze, green and brown invade the hills and offset the many shades of green.

A marshy stream escapes from the lake and snakes its way between the hills, its water plants straining against the wind. The road generously curves all around the valley offering you a panoramic view before it leads you to the Mannavanur village.

Rustic setting
With over a thousand households clustered around the road and spread over the hills beyond, the village offers little more than a few condiment shops and three or four tiny hotels or chai kadais (tea shops), where you can get meals and meat, dosas and steaming hot cups of tea and coffee.

There are a few places to stay in, if you are ready to rough it out.Otherwise, a kilometre long walk back on the bus route (or you could request the driver to stop on the way if you're alert) will take you to Bird's Eye, the best accommodation for miles.

A different perspective
It's pretty rustic as well, with bare stone cottages on a hill side with mattresses and coarse blankets on stone beds. But there are three things that redeem it. First, true to its name, a 200-degree view of the valley greets you every time you step out of your cottage. Second, there's no back-breaking climb to get there. You cross the road, step off, and you're in the valley, bounding over hills, racing towards the occasional trees carpeted with fluorescent fungi. There are several rough paths made mainly by zealously grazing cattle and, other than the marsh, there are no dangers you'll encounter on your way. Third, the loos are fabulous. Richard the caretaker, doubles up as cook and the man will bring you warm water whenever you want. If you take your own supplies, the kitchen can also be used for an extra fee.

The magical nook
There are plenty of hidden surprises to uncover your tour, so if you have your own vehicle, explore the hills and valleys on your wheels. If you choose to to travel by walk, then do visit the magical enclave I stumbled upon.

A couple of kilometres beyond the village lies a path into a magical forest with plants and nooks the likes of which are rarely seen. And it all starts with a stream. Follow the stream and discover

a wonderland that goes on and on, every turn revealing new curiosities and colours. Numerous visits aren't enough to explore this pretty patch. Other than leeches in the rainy season, there's nothing here that can bother you. With so much to explore, tremendous positive energy, an explosion of life and many scenes to drink in, Mannavanur is a place that promises to draw you back time and again.

Getting there
From Mumbai, Bangalore and Chennai, there are daily buses to Kodaikanal and trains to Kodi Road Junction located at the base of the hill, three hours from the town. The Nagarcoil Express leaves from CST on all days except Monday and Tuesday.

Getting around
There's a bus that leaves every couple of hours from the Kodaikanal bus stand. The ticket costs Rs 30-40. Taxis are also available and are a more comfortable option. They cost anywhere between Rs 800-1,400 depending on the driver, your bargaining skills and the time of the year.

Important information
The best time for vacations is between March to August, before the rains begin. There's a tiring 23km trek or jeep ride to Perijam lake but I wouldn't even speak of it in comparison to this forest close by. Permissions are needed from the Government of Tamil Nadu Tourist Office, Annasalai, Kodaikanal, Ph: 04542- 241675.

Manali land of your dreams

2010-01-21T03:49:00.000-08:00

Welcome into the land of your dreams.... into the land of lush greens and enchanting mountains, silent valleys and bubbling creeks, songbirds, towering coniferous trees and the sweet scent of apples. Covered with flowering Chestnuts and Deodar groves, and the powerful Manalsu torrent flowing through it, Manali has been attracting adventure and nature lovers from all over the world.Gifted with superb natural beauty, the magnetic Manali, situated in the famous Kullu Valley of Himachal Pradesh, is one of the most famous hill stations in the country. A visit to this beautiful hill town of Himachal gives tourists ample opportunities for amazing tourism and adventure & sport and winter sport activities.

Manali is the ideal place to leave the rest of the world behind and go for long walks, mountain climbing, trekking, river rafting, heli-skiing, para-gliding and trout fishing. Situated at the north end of the Kullu Valley in the Western Himalayas, Manali is located at an altitude of 1929 meters. Bordered by the River Beas on the east and by a great mountain wall topped by a spectacular snow ridge, at the northern end, Manali is a gateway across the 13,050 feet high Rohtang Pass to the beautiful valleys of Lahaul and Spiti. It is the land of Gods and Goddesses, fairs and festivals, religious lakes and ancient temples

About Manali: Manali is situated about 550 km north of Delhi (even if taxi drivers always claim it to be 650 km), in the State of Himachal Pradesh. Nestled in the Himalayas at the northern end of the Kulu Valley it lies at an altitude of about 2000 m. There are really two parts to it, the main town of New Manali and, about 2 to 3 km further up the road, the village of Old Manali trip, perched on a little hill. It’s quite an idyllic setting: surrounded by snow capped mountains, deodar and pine forests, with the Beas river and its tributary the Manalsu flowing nearby along the wide glacial looking riverbed, which is dotted with huge rocky boulders. Less idyllic are all the concrete buildings which have sprung up during recent years, slowly supplanting the beautiful traditional houses which are made of stone, mud and wood with their slated roofs.

Destination Manali
History of Manali: Manali's `history' is really more myth than history. According to Hindu mythology, Manali was the home of the lawgiver Manu (after whom the town is named). Legend has it that when a flood deluged the earth, Manu and the gods were towed to dry ground by a giant fish, which was the seventh `avatar' of the god Vishnu. The area where Manu eventually found refuge was Manali.Whether that's actually how it happened or not, Manali remained a fairly quiet place, more or less unknown to the outside world, till pretty recently. During the 20th century, the British started to frequent the town-its climate and natural beauty were equable enough- and Manali gradually began to acquire the reputation of a tourist destination. This reputation got a bit tarnished during the 1970s and 80s, however, mainly because of the discovery that marijuana grown around the town was particularly good. After two decades or so of happy-go-lucky, joint-smoking hippies, Manali's now turning into a base camp for trekkers and intrepid mountaineers. Honeymooners and families from all across India still descend on the town throughout summer. It’s quite odd though, that there seems to exist a kind of apartheid in high season (spring to summer), with western tourists hanging out mainly in the village, while Indians stick to the town. May and June is the peak season, when certain "stretches" of Old Manali are justifiably nicknamed the West Bank and the Gaza strip; Israelis accounting then for maybe up to 90 % of the foreigners. Later on in the year, especially after monsoon season of July/August there’s a bit more equilibrium in terms of nationalities, when European travellers arrive for the trekking season; and even later in October, when there are conspicuous numbers of Italians, just in time for the charas harvest.

Sight seeing places in Manali:
HADIMBA TEMPLE: Manali has many attractions but the chief centre of interest, historically and archeologically, is undoubtedly the DHOONGRI TEMPLE dedicated to goddess Hadimba, the Bhim of Mahabharat fame. It has four-tiered Pagoda shaped roof and the doorway is carved with legendary figures and symbols. This temple located amidst wooden forest of deodar is about 2.5 kms. from the tourist office. It is a pleasant experience to stroll in the temple complex which was built in 1533 A.D. A large festival is held here in May.

MANU TEMPLE: 3 kms. from the main bazar in old Manali lies the temple of MANU RISHI. It is believed that this is the only temple of Manu in India, who was the creator of human race on the earth.

TIBETAN MONASTERIES: There are 3 newly constructed colorful monasteries, where visitors can buy carpets and other Tibetan handicrafts. Two are located in the town and one at Aleo on the left bank of Beas river.

VASHIST HOT WATER SPRINGS AND TEMPLE (3 kms): Vashist, a small village located on the left bank of river Beas towards Rohtang pass is worth a visit. It is renowned for its hot springs and temples. Nearby is the pyramidal stone temple dedicated to Vashist Muni. There is another Temple of Lord Ram here. Natural hot sulphur springs with two separate bathing tanks for gents and ladies are always full of tourists. Turkish style showers fitted baths have also been built nearby. Hot water from the nearby spring is provided for bathing.

NEHRU KUND: 5 kms. on National Highway to Leh,a natural spring of cold clear water named after Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru, who used to drink water from this spring during his stay in Manali. This spring is believed to originate from the Bhrigu lake situated high-up in the mountains.

Manali sanctuary: The Manali sanctuary starts from behind the town square and goes up in the mountains behind Manali. There is a biodiversity trail for the visitors, which showcases all the flora and fauna.

JAGATSUKH: 6 kms. from Manali located on the left bank on Beas on the road to Naggar. The place is famous for very old temples of Lord Shiva and Sandhya Gayatri in Shikhara style, these are worth a visit.

Rohriech Art Gallery: The paintings of the famous Russian artist are exhibited here.

Naggar Castle: The old capital of Kullu, it gives a captivating view of the upper Kullu valley

Apart from tourism the second big noticeable thing is the apple trees here. Introduced by the British about a hundred years ago, the apple orchards are now one of the major sources of income in this area. The rest of the agriculture seems to be basically aimed at the cows. Most of the villagers have their own to provide milk (but unfortunately not… sandwiches….) for the family. A disproportionate effort goes into feeding the beast. In summer women collect grass in their kiltas (conical baskets carried like a backpack); corn and wheat is grown to feed it in winter. Not exactly the same as popping quickly into Safeways to buy a pint.

Unfortunately in recent years Manali has become quite infamous because of hard drugs; anything is available now – smack, coke, ecstasy, any kind of pills. And lets not forget another local speciality popular with the Himachal youth: sock sniffing. Just wear your socks in plastic shoes for a few days (preferably in really disgustingly sticky weather), don’t wash your feet and apparently you’ll get a good kick out of sniffing them.

Hassle free
It’s always said, that the North is not like the rest of India Tours, and it’s certainly true for this place. Further South you have the huge (overpopulated) plains, everything seems to be constantly loud, chaotic and a lot of hassle. Here, people are quite chilled out, not constantly in your face, in general very friendly, helpful and interesting to talk to. Just normal, nice people. If you get any hassle it’s much more likely to be from Indian tourists, in particular "boisterous" Punjabis, who just die for having a snapshot taken with you, so that they can brag about their western girl-friend once they’re back home.

Time to hibernate
The face of Old Manali changes dramatically with the seasons. In summer it’s extremely busy with tourists and their "requirements". There must be about 20 to 30 restaurants, over a hundred guest houses, a few bigger hotels, lots and lots of internet cafes, India travel agencies and souvenir shops. All of these are shut in winter, when everything has a deserted look to it. It’s phenomenally peaceful then, with people here following up their winter activities; sitting around the fire, spinning wool, knitting, weaving pattus (local blankets with colourful patterns worn by women as a dress) and (sensibly) sleeping a lot.

When to go:
The best time to visit Manali is really at the beginning or the end of the high season – either April or September/October, when the weather is generally nice (if a bit colder than in summer) and it’s not too hectic and busy with people.

Hotels in Manali:
Ambassador Resort: Ambassador Resort, the Resort-Spa in the divine land of Manali, rests high on the Himalayas, over 7,000 feet. Amidst Tranquility, Peace and Beauty.55 rooms across eight categories. International style architecture and furnishing. Yet retained the local essence. The resort offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding gardens, mountains and forests. Cozy interiors of the cottage, luxurious furnishings, imported laminated wooden flooring, balconies facing the valley and snow-clad mountains. And Tva, the health spa. An abode of Wellness. The power of Ayurveda, flowers, leaves, water, oils, mud, massages.Come experience the divine land. Breathe in the spiritual air. Eat and drink of the blessed geography. Feel the divine stirring in you. Realise the awakening. Recognise yourself. Then go back home to your world, rejuvenated in body and spirit.

Corporates' Orchard Park, Manali : Spread over 15000 sq m of picturesque landscape, this 2 Star property is an adventurer's paradise, which touches both the National Highway and River Beas on either sides. Guests are offered COMPLIMENTARY "Airport/Bus" transfers, and are also facilitated with campfire nights that are complimented with barbeque delicacies, and local dance performances. The green Orchard is an ideal place to spend quality time with Nature. Private candle-light dinner at the Tree-Top Machaan offers an exclusive

Top 50 beaches in the UK

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1 Bedruthan Steps, Cornwall A few miles east of the manic crowds at Newquay, the Bedruthan Steps consist of a series of volcanic rock stacks, rising from the beach like mini mountains and making for a great walk along the fine white sand and the rugged coastline. The waves and the undercurrent are pretty rugged here too and swimming is prohibited.

The National Trust has created paths at the top of the cliffs to limit the damage caused by the many visitors. Steps down to the beach are steep; the name Bedruthan Steps originates from even steeper, treacherous, roughly cut steps that led to the beach in Victorian times. Details: www.visitcornwall.com. Sand 4 out of 5 Kerala Beaches Tour

2 Durdle Door, Dorset The giant limestone archway at Durdle Door is one of the most recognisable sights on Dorset’s Jurassic coast.There are undulating limestone cliffs plunging down to the waterfront farther on along the coast, while the beach at Man O’War Bay, a sheltered cove just to the east of Durdle Door, has shallow waters for bathing (but no lifeguards). The coast here is fantastic for walks and full of great photo opportunities. Details: www.purbeck.gov.uk. Sand 2 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

3 Marsden Bay, South Shields Walking along the coast from the fine sand beach at South Shields, up along the Leas (the cliffs where the Great North Run ends each year), you come to Marsden Bay, a fine curve of coastline with Marsden Rock standing in the centre — usually covered with hundreds, if not thousands, of sea birds. The beach is pebbly and has wobbly-looking rock stacks sticking up near the sheer cliff faces. The Marsden Grotto has been converted into a pub-restaurant at the foot of the cliff with a lift inside to the top (www.marsden-grotto.co.uk). Details: www.visitsouthtyneside.co.uk. Sand 0 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

4 Compton, Isle of Wight This mile of golden sand beach on the southwest coast of the Isle of Wight is great for bathers and framed by an eye-catching chalk cliff at its northern edge. The beach has a car park and steps down to the sands, but no cafés or shops. Dogs are prohibited. The waters are popular with windsurfers and surfers, and the beach can get very busy in summer. The fossils of dinosaur footprints can be seen in rocks at low tide. Details: www.iwight.com. Sand 4 out of 5; Ceanliness: Recommended Goa Holidays

5 Rhossili Beach, South Wales A dreamy beach consisting of a vast sweep of orange-tinged sand on the southwest tip of the Gower Peninsula — which some say is the finest sand of any beach in the country. This beach is so good that it merits a second entry in our top 50, for its surfing credentials. The beach stretches for three miles, with a wreck of a ship that sank in the late 19th century visible at the southern tip near Worm’s Head at low tide. Waves are not too big and currents are weak, so it’s suitable for bathing. Details: www.the-gower.com. Sand 5 out of 5; Cleanliness Recommended

6 Scarista, Western Isles With stunning wide-open vistas, turquoise waters, and rolling hills in the distance, Scarista beach on the Isle of Harris looks at the height of summer as though it might exist on a Caribbean island. Except it’s a bit colder, although many do still go swimming, and windsurfing and kite-buggying are also popular. For those who do swim they are guaranted one thing: the water of the Hebrides is incredibly clean. There is something elemental about the sheer vastness of the seascape, and the feeling of escaping the usual tourist hordes. Details: www.visitscotland.com. Sand 5 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended Travel Blog

7 Barafundle Bay, Pembrokeshire This golden beach on the southwest tip of Wales is framed by precipitous limestone cliffs overlooking the sweeping curve of bay that attracts people from across the country. However, being so remote, it doesn’t get overcrowded. The beach was recently selected (in 2006) as the best place for a picnic in the UK, beating the likes of Royal Ascot and Glyndebourne. The turquoise waters are usually gentle and are safe for bathing. Details: www.visitpembrokeshire.com. Sand 5 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

8 Bamburgh, Northumberland Truly amazing scenery, with giant dunes seeming to disappear forever into the distance and Bamburgh Castle (www.bamburghcastle.com) sitting proudly on a hillock.The sands are honey-hued and it’s long been a tradition for kids to try to build replicas of the castle out of the sand. There’s more than a mile of flat sand when the tide is out, and the water is good for paddling, although there are no lifeguards. Details: www.visitnorthumberland.com; Sand 4 out of 5; Cleanliness:

9 Holkham, Norfolk Wide open seascapes with sands that seem to stretch on for ever. Weekender breakers enjoy the restaurants in Holkham village and Wells-next-the-Sea. For places to stay there is the Victoria Hotel in Holkham (www.holkham.co.uk), the Crown in Wells (www.thecrownhotelwells.co.uk), the Globe Inn at Wells (www.globeatwells.co.uk), and the cosy Arch House B&B (www.archhouse.co.uk). Details: www.visitnorth norfolk.com; Sand 4 out of 5

10 Whitstable, Kent The pebbly beach at Whitstable is great for strolls along the shore. There are plenty of places to try the famous local oysters, with Wheelers Oyster Bar, The Crab and Winkle and Pearson’s Arms standing out. Details: www.seewhitstable.com. Sand 0 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

11 Littlehampton, East Sussex Design-lovers have been tempted here to check out two new cafés that have captured the attention of architectural magazines: the East Beach and West Beach cafés, both of which offer excellent seafood menus. The beach is sandy, shingly and pretty. Details: www.sussexbythesea.com. Sand 4 out of 5; Cleanliness Recommended

12 Brighton, East Sussex If hip hotels are an indication of how cool a place is, Brighton wins hands down. From Hotel Pelirocco with its themed rooms (Betty’s Boudoir, Sputnik, www.hotelpelirocco.co.uk) to the small, chic Blanch House (www.blanchhouse.co.uk) and Square (www.squarebrighton.com), there is a hugh choice. Details: www.visitbrighton.com. Sand 0 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

13 Penzance, Cornwall Long Rock Beach has decent sand and is good for families as the waters are shallow. Penzance is becoming best known for its buzzy feel, with great pubs, cafés, stylish surf- fashion boutiques, and antique shops — all on its charming higgledy-piggledy lanes. Of the pubs, the Admiral Benbow and the Turks Head stand out. Details: www.penzance.co.uk. Sand 2 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

14 Salcombe, South Devon There’s a lovely, secluded stretch of sand just to the south of Salcombe, near the ruins of Fort Charles. Beyond is South Sands and Splat Cove, with yet more fine white sands. There are plenty of seafood restaurants. The village (population about 1,900) is tiny, with multicoloured houses dotted on a small hill. Details: www.salcombe information.co.uk. Sand 3 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

15 Bournemouth, Dorset For lively nightlife, Bournemouth is giving Brighton a run for its money. There’s a big local student population, which adds to the buzz. There’s a sand beach with views of the Isle of Wight. Details: www.bournemouth.com. Sand 4 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

16 St Ives, Cornwall With its own branch of the Tate and with the Barbara Hepworth Museum, St Ives attracts an arty crowd. There are lots of laid-back cafés and galleries — as well as a decent beach with shallow waters and gold-tinged sand. The old Slope Inn pub (www.sloop-inn.co.uk) is recommended. Details: www.stivescornwall.co.uk. Sand 4 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

TRADITIONAL BEACHES

17 Blackpool, Lancashire From Big Dipper rollercoaster rides to Ice Blast: the Ride, there are plenty of thrills to be had at Blackpool — as well as as all the Kiss-me-Quick hats, candy floss, raunchy postcards, lively pubs, sticks of rock, stripy deckchairs, donkey rides, bargain B&Bs and penny-drop games you could possibly want. For a let-it-all-out traditional British seaside break, Blackpool is probably still the one to beat. Decent sand beach, as well. Details: www.visitblackpool.com. Sand 3 out of 5

18 Southend-on-Sea, Essex John Betjeman once said: “The Pier is Southend, Southend is the Pier.” Even though the pier, built in 1830, has suffered endless setbacks — fires and boats crashing into it — over the years, Betjeman’s saying still feels as if it holds true. The structure remains the longest pleasure pier in the world (at 1.341 miles), and you can either walk the distance or there’s a mini-train. The beaches are a mixture of pebbles and sand. Details: www.southend.gov.uk. Sand 2 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

19 Scarborough, North Yorkshire People have been coming to Scarborough since the 17th century to take the waters. Attractions include mini-golf, fun-fairs, lots of fish’n’ chip shops, theatres (where local Alan Ayckbourn’s plays are premiered), and local history museums. The beaches are sandy. South Beach is the busier; you can get away from the bustle on North Beach. Details: www.discover yorkshirecoast.com. Sand 4 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

20 Bognor Regis, West Sussex King George V’s supposed last words, on hearing that he was recovering and would soon be able to return to Bognor Regis to convalesce, have long haunted this resort: “Bugger Bognor!” But the seaside resort has a nice pebble beach, bandstands that are actually used to play live music, and a brash, no-holds-barred Butlins Resort (www.butlins.com). It may not be to everyone’s taste, but for a taste of the traditional British seaside, what more could you ask than Butlins and the red coat reps? Details: www.visitbognorregis.com. Sand 0 out of 5

21 Southwold, Suffolk After meeting Barack Obama in London last summer, Gordon Brown headed off for his holiday last July . . . to Southwold. While Tony Blair was Prime Minister, holiday choices had a more exotic tinge (Barbados, Florida, Tuscany, Gascony), but Brown decided to try a small, old-fashioned UK seaside resort. Southwold has an attractive sandy beach and a charming ambience: lots of cosy pubs (serving excellent, locally brewed Adnams beer), delis, boutique fashion shops and decent seafood restaurants. Some have referred to Southwold as “Hampstead-on-Sea” as there seems to have been a North London exodus to the resort of late. Details: www.southwold.info. Sand 4 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

22 Eastbourne, East Sussex It’s got a pebbly beach, a pier with all the penny-drop games, fruit machines, fortune tellers and sticks of rock you could want, and one of the best beachside bandstands in Britain. Eastbourne Bandstand is an institution, with jazz bands, swing orchestras, Pink Floyd tributes, Gilbert and Sullivan nights and big band evenings (www.eastbournebandstand.co.uk). Eastbourne, one of the most charming Victorian seaside resorts in Britain, is not as raucous as nearby Brighton, and attracts a more elderly clientele. A relaxing stroll along the Grand Parade at sunset, listening to the band play and watching the sun go down, is recommended. Details: www.visit eastbourne.com. Sand 0 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

23 Skegness, Lincolnshire If you really want traditional English seaside, go for “Skeggy”. The first Butlins resort opened here in 1936 and it’s still going today (www.butlins.com). The main strip is full of amusement arcades, fairground rides, fish’n’chip shops, crazy golf courses and plenty of lively pubs. There are donkey rides on the six-mile sand beach, stripy deckchairs, ten-pin bowling, a pier, and buckets-and-spades galore. The picture of the jolly fisherman skipping along the beach dates from an Great Northern Railway advertising campaign that began in 1908. Details: www.visitskegness.co.uk. Sand 3 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

24 Weston-super-Mare, Somerset The huge fire that engulfed the pier at Weston-super-Mare was a terrible setback for this West Country favourite. The pier has yet to re-open (it is due to do so next year) but the message from local tourist officials is that it is business as usual. As well as the fine sand beach there are plenty of good fish’n’ chip shops, amusement arcades and pubs. In the 19th century, before tourism, the area consisted of a tiny fishing village with about 100 inhabitants. But now there is a population of about 70,000. There’s a 40m observation wheel as well as famous donkey rides along the beach. Details: www.weston-super-mare.com. Sand 3 out of 5

SURFER BEACHES

25 Fistral Beach, Newquay The centre of UK surfing, Fistral is the home of the British Surfing Association and hosts the Rip Curl Boardmasters, Britain’s biggest surfing event, every August. For lessons, who better than the English Surfing Federation, based just a short walk from Fistral at Carnmarth Hotel? Details: www.englishsurfschool.com. Sand 5 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

26 Sennen Cove, Cornwall An exquisite bay in Cornwall that picks up any swell going, with waves suitable for all levels of ability. Details: www.sennensurfingcentre.com and www.smartsurf.co.uk. Sand 2 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

27 Watergate Bay, Cornwall Surf with all mod cons thanks to the chic and relaxed Hotel and Extreme Academy, Watergate Bay. A place created to be “a ski resort on the beach”. Details: www.watergatebay.co.uk. Sand 5 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

28 Saunton Sands, North Devon Gentle, rolling waves and a seemingly endless expanse of beach. Perfect for beginners and the scene of quality longboarding. Details: www.pointbreaks.com. Sand 5 out of 5 Travel Articles

29 Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon A stunning place to surf with Burgh Island and its wonderful Art Deco hotel seemingly a stone’s throw away. The Discovery Surf School, run by Martin Connelly, is one of the best in the UK, though don’t expect big swell in the summer. Details: www.discoverysurf.com. Sand 4 out of 5

30 Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire The elegant Victorian town is a gem with a wide, sandy beach and an immense headland jutting out into the North Sea. It boasts the world’s oldest water-powered cliff lift as well as great waves. Lessons can be booked with Saltburn Surf Hire. Details: www.saltburnsurf.co.uk. Sand 4 out of 5

31 The Gower Peninsula, Wales Numerous beaches offer quality year-round waves but especially Rhossili Bay, the first to be accorded an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the UK, in 1957. Near Rhossili is the pretty village of Llangennith where PJ’s Surf Shop caters for everything you’ll need. Details: www.gowersurfing.com. Sand 5 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

32 Thurso, Scotland The rugged Caithness town of Thurso boasts one of Europe’s best waves in the long, walling right-hander known as Thurso East. No wonder that O’Neill holds the Highland Open, its hardcore cold water signature surf event, here every spring. Not for beginners. Details: www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk. Sand 5 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

33 Broadbench, Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset For many years Broadbench, a world-class reef break, was known only to the surfing cognoscenti. But recent moves by the MoD to restrict access — it operates a firing range near by — have led to surfers publicising what Guy Penwarden, a well-known local surfer, calls “one of the jewels in the UK surfing crown”. Not for beginners — and likely to be crowded. Details: www.visit-dorset.org.uk. Sand 0 out of 5

WILDLIFE BEACHES

35 Porth Dafarch, Holy Island, Anglesey The rockpools by the rugged headland at Porth Dafarch, on Holy Island, Anglesey, teem with crabs and colourful little fish. It’s a hidden-away spot with terrific walks along the coast. The waves are usually gentle, making it family friendly. The RSPB reserve at South Stack lighthouse is not far away, with nesting guillemots, razorbills and puffins. Live television links allow you to see close-ups of nests (www.rspb.org.uk). Divers can also visit the wreck of the Missouri, which sank in 1886 about half a mile offshore. Details: www.visitanglesey.co.uk; Sand 3 out of 10. Cleanliness: Recommended

36 Petit Bôt Bay, Guernsey Golden orioles, honey buzzards and firecrests are among the many birds that can be spotted near the beach at Petit Bôt Bay. There are 27 beaches on Guernsey, but this is among the prettiest, tucked away on the south of the island and surrounded by ochre cliffs that protect the golden sands from the wind. There are miles of excellent walks along clifftops, where many seabirds can be spotted. The beach is in a quiet location and is reached through woodland via a fairly long walk from the main road. Details: www.visitguernsey.com. Sand 4 out of 10

37 Murlough Nature Reserve, near Dundrum, Northern Ireland This nature reserve, Ireland’s first (dating from 1967), includes sand dunes that date back 6,000 years, attracting thousands of seabirds. More than 100 common and grey seals frequent the waters; the best time to see them is July to October. The reserve is run by the National Trust and there are good wheelchair facilities. The setting is wonderful, with the Mourne Mountains to the south and the rippling sands spreading out along the shore. There can be lovely sunsets. Details: www.discovernorthernireland.com. Sand 5 out of 5

38 Blakeney Point, Norfolk There is birdlife galore at this 3½ mile-long sand and shingle spit, part of the Blakeney National Nature Reserve. It’s particularly noted for its colonies of breeding terns (particularly sandwich terns) and rare migrants. Common and grey seals bask on the shore here; you can watch as terns divebomb them for venturing too close to their nests at high tide. You can either reach the point by trudging along the shingle ridge from Cley-next-the-Sea or by joining a seal-watching boat trip, which run daily from Morston or Blakeney Quay. Details: www.blakeney online.co.uk. Sand 3 out of 5

39 Hell’s Mouth, north Wales Porpoises can be spotted from the beach at Hell’s Mouth, whose name comes from the huge Atlantic rollers that crash on the shore here, attracting lots of surfers during the autumn when waves are at their highest. However, during the summer it is usually much calmer, and you can spot peregrine falcons and choughs. There are also rockpools for crabbing. Hell’s Mouth has been the scene of many a wreck, as its name suggests, over the years — the Welsh name for the bay is Porth Neigwl. Lots of bracing walks along the coastline. Details: North Wales Tourism, www.nwt.co.uk. Sand 4 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

40 Ringstead Bay, Dorset Sea anemones, prawns and crabs are among the creatures to be found in the rockpools at Ringstead, and snorkellers can spot colourful fish among the reef at the western end of the bay. The shingle beach is about 700 yards long and feels very peaceful as it is surrounded by farmland and flanked by chalk cliffs. The water is usually gentle and suitable for family swimming. There’s a nudist beach about a 20-minute walk from the east end of the bay. Nearby attractions include the Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum and the Dorset County Museum in Dorchester. Details: www.dorset-beaches.co.uk. Sand 4 out of 5

41 Dungeness, Kent Best known for its nuclear power staton, but not so well known for its RSPB nature reserve, just off the beach, where thousands of birds are to be seen; recent sightings include avocets, spotted redshanks, marsh harriers and peregrines (www.rspb.org.uk). Fishermen love the pebble beach as the shore shelves very quickly, making bigger catches more likely. Bathing, however, is dangerous as the current is extremely strong; you are advised not to dip in more than a toe. It is more a beach for staring out at and marvelling at the other-worldly feel of this peculiar stretch of coast; Derek Jarman’s celebrated garden at Dungeness captures the mood perfectly. Details: www.discover-folkestone.co.uk. Sand 0 out of 5

42 Skaw, Unst, the Shetland Islands This is the most northerly beach in the UK, not far from Muckle Flugga and the lighthouse that was the most northerly place of residence until the lighthouse was automated in the 1990s. Gannets, fulmars, petrels and kittiwakes can be spotted on Skaw, and if you’re lucky you may see whales, dolphins and seals too. It’s a short drive from the sand beach to Hermaness National Nature Reserve, where there are more than 25,000 pairs of puffins at certain times of year. It’s a bird lover’s heaven. Details: www.unst.org. Sand 4 out of

SECLUDED BEACHES

43 Steephill Cove, Isle of Wight This tiny beach is tucked behind Ventnor Botanic Garden, about a mile west of the Victorian resort of Ventnor on the southeast coast of the Isle of Wight. It is accessible only by boat or foot, down steep steps leading from the exotic sub-tropical foliage of the gardens. The beach is more for looking at than for swimming, although there are rock pools to explore. Much of its charm comes from the quiet setting and the feeling that you have found a place that few know about. There is a stylish seafood restaurant, The Boathouse. Details: www.islandbreaks.co.uk. Sand 1 out of 5

44 St Martin’s, Isles of Scilly Some of the finest sandy beaches in Britain can be found on the Isles of Scilly, and some of the finest sandy beaches on the Isles of Scilly are on St Martin’s. The island has one hotel, St Martin’s on the Isle (www.stmartinshotel.co.uk), a cluster of cottages approved by the Prince of Wales 20 years ago, and a single pub, The Seven Stones. The population is about 140; the island is only about a mile across and half a mile deep. There are plenty of lovely sands to explore, with regular ferries from St Mary’s, the main island. Details: www.scillyonline.co.uk. Sand 5 out of 5 Vacation Packages

45 Coverack, Cornwall Most people drive by Coverack heading for better known spots in Cornwall, missing out on the delightful fishing village of Coverack. It’s a sleepy sort of place with a shingle beach and a reputation for being good for windsurfing and fishing. There are also excellent cliff-top walks near by. The beach itself is a bit tough on the feet, but it is the sense of being hidden away that attracts visitors. Fresh seafood is available at the Paris Hotel, named after the SS Paris, which sank near by in 1899 (www.pariscoverack.com). The hotel has four rooms from £70 for a double. Details: www.coverack.co.uk. Sand 1 out of 10; Cleanliness: Recommended

46 Waxham, Norfolk For beautiful golden sand beaches, a sense of isolation and pastel seascapes that are reminiscent of Turner at his most impressionistic, a visit to Waxham is recommended. The water may a bit chilly, but it is usually so quiet that you will have most of the beach to yourself. There are dunes in which to find shelter for picnics. On shore, there is one of the largest tithe barns in the country, dating from the 16th century and which featured recently in the BBC’s Restoration programme. Details: www.seapalling.com. Sand 3 out of 10; Cleanliness: Recommended

47 Calgary Bay, Isle of Mull When the sun comes out this has to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the UK, with gentle turquoise waters (perfect for families), white sands, and a dramatic sweep of coast at one end shaped like a giant green whale. Most swimmers take wetsuits as the water temperature rarely rises above 14C (57F). There is very little development near the beach, which is on the tucked-away northwest coast of Mull, but rooms and meals are available at the small, family-run Calgary Hotel (www.calgary.co.uk), which is just up a hill, with double rooms from £92. Details: www.calgarybay.co.uk. Sand 5 out of 5

48 Sanna Bay, Highlands On clear days there are superb views of the Small Isles of Rum, Muck, Eigg and Canna from Sanna Bay, the most westerly point on mainland Britain, on the Ardnamurchan Peninsula. The beach is reached across the unusual landscape: a large circular plain that is the remains of the crater of an extinct volcano. There are sweeping white sands, sculpture-like black boulders and terrific rolling dunes. It’s an incredibly quiet, contemplative place, popular with artists. Details: www.sannabay.co.uk. Sand 4 out of 5

49 Sandwood Bay, Sutherland To get to Sandwood Bay you’ve got to make a special effort. It’s a four-mile walk from the car park along a track before you reach the pink-tinged sands of the beach, with the sea stack of Am Buachaille tottering at the south end of the bay (looking as though a big gust of wind could knock it over at any moment). The scenery is magnificent, and the beach vast and almost always empty. Parts of the area are maintained by the John Muir Trust (look out for the donation box, www.jmt.org). Details: www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk. Sand 5 out of 5

50 Whitesands Beach, Pembrokeshire Close to St Davids, officially Britain’s smallest city, Whitesands is hidden away and lives up to its name: a mile-long stretch of lovely white beach. There are fantastic walks along the coast and it’s a good spot for a picnic. St Davids has city status because of its cathedral, which dates from the 12th century and has long been a place of pilgrimage — St David, of course, being the patron saint of Wales. The waters here are often good for surfers but also good for families to bath in too. Details: www.stdavids.co.uk. Sand 5 out of 5; Cleanliness: Recommended

Bau One Of The Best Vacation Places in Malaysia

2009-08-24T03:05:00.000-07:00

Sarawak is the world of Hornbills. As a matter of fact, Sarawak was well known as the habitat of Hornbill. However, do you think that it is the only reason people visit Sarawak? No, it isn’t. There are many places you can visit especially at Bau District.

Wind Cave
It is located in the middle of Bau District, 25 kilometers from Kuching International Airport. When you reach Wind Cave, you will be guided by the park attendant for the cave tracking. When you are inside the cave, you can feel that the wind blowing off your face. Cool, right? Besides the cave, there is a clean and clear river for you to swim. The water is refreshing and a bit cool. The park management also has provided a place for you to have a barbeque. Wind Cave is opened everyday for visitors.

Gawai festival
Gawai festival is one of the attractions. Bau, is the best vacation places to visit for its various festivals. Actually, Gawai is celebrated officially on the 1st of June every year but, at Bau it is celebrated from the month of June to the end of July. Gawai Festival has been believed to be the spiritual ceremony for the spirit of paddy after harvesting. During Gawai, you will be presented by several of spiritual dances and “Gong” musical to be played on that night. “Ngabang” is the activity of visiting friend’s house; you drink and eat everything served to you during Gawai.

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Serikin
Serikin is a village located approximately 20 kilometers from Bau District. Actually, there is nothing so special about it but, during weekend there is a big sale occurs at Serikin. There are many things sold like handy crafts, cheap house holds, cloths and delicious food. They are all very cheap. For your information, it is not local men who do the sell but they are Indonesian. Since Serikin is located near the border of Sarawak and Jawa, they came to Serikin to sell various types of things that I have mentioned above. They sell it in a small stall or hut along the road of the Serikin Village. You should go here when you take a vacation at Sarawak.

The culture and the way people communicate here make you feel that Bau district is totally different from other places you have been visited. There are many best vacation places to visit actually, however it is your own decision. It is just my recommendation. I’m honest with myself that you can feel the lifestyle of the Land Dayak.

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Kolad is a tiny hamlet near Mumbai

Mumbai to Lonavala Weekend Vacations

2009-08-17T04:35:00.000-07:00

The twin hill stations of Lonavala and Khandala are an ideal break from the hustle and bustle of Mumbai and a great way to experience nature in all its glory. The best time to visit is monsoons as during this time the area comes alive with a lot of waterfalls. It is only during this time that you can enjoy Bhushi Dam and other tourist destinations in their entire splendor.

Get There

Getting to Lonavala is quite easy. The best way would be by road, the added advantage is that it enables you to soak in all the natural sights. There are quite a few waterfalls, valleys and hills to be admired on the way. We took a ‘Neeta Volvo’ from Dadar TT. The tickets are negotiable and we landed ourselves a deal at Rs. 180 per person. This was about half the price of the tickets that could be purchased online.

If you are in a hurry or are a repeat visitor you can also take a train. The ticket would cost you about Rs. 55 and the journey would take about 2hrs 15mins instead of usual 3hrs or so by bus. Of course the website for train tickets is www.irctc.co.in.

If you are a biking or a driving aficionado this is probably your best track from Mumbai.

1. The most popular attraction is the Bhushi Dam and rightly so. This overflows during the monsoons on a series of steps. Put on your bathing clothes and chappals before heading. Enjoy an evening lolling about in cool crystal clear water with your friends sipping hot tea and eating corn.

2. I bet you are tired of visiting all sorts of ‘Pointless Points’ in hill stations around Mumbai. But do not miss ‘Lion’s Point‘ when you are in Lonavala. It is located atop a steel cliff facing the windward side. Hence you get an amazing gale when you stand at its edge. You get a clear view of the valley beneath in all the different shades of green. There are a few ‘reverse waterfalls’, as in the wind speed is so high forceful that it blows the falling water and it rains back up again on the cliff.

3. Meet your forefathers at the Monkey Point and Rajmachi point.

4. Karla Caves is an offbeat tourist spot. It is quite close to Lonavala and best way to reach would be an auto or a bus. There are amazing Buddhist sculptures cut into rocks to be seen here.

5. Find your own waterfall and make a splash under it. There are so many, find one and make it your own.

Unfortunately Lonavala has become quite commercialized. The room rates are expensive. We recommend staying in the city if you plan to tour the area. For lazing a resort may be a better idea. Book your rooms in advance through a website like http://www.travelchacha.com you might find all the rooms to be full if you reach on Friday/Saturday.

Eat
The main market has lot of restaurants . Varied options like Veg, Non Veg, Drinks etc are available.

Shopping
Lonavala is famous for Chiki. You can find a lot of different varieties Peanut, Coconut, Til etc. Stock up on this here. Maganlal and A1 Chiki are two famous shops. Also try Anjir which is a lot softer and Choclate Chiki/Anjir/Barfi/Fudge. The chocolate stuff was awesome!

West bengal culture history and cusine

2007-11-03T04:35:00.000-07:00

HISTORY
Bengal has rich cultural heritage and a glorious past dates back to 3rd century BC. The region has been ruled by Mauryas, Guptas, Palas, the Muslims and finally the British. Bengal is the birth place of many great personalities, philosophers, scientists, patriots, and home to five Nobel laureates – Ronald Ross, Sir C.V. Raman, Rabindranath Tagore, Mother Teresa and Amartya Sen. During British imperialism, this region was divided into two provinces of West Bengal and East Bengal followed the policy of “divide and rule” to curb the rising of national movement in India. Present Bangladesh is the region of East Bengal and West Bengal is one of the 28th states of Indian Union.

GEOGRAPHY
West Bengal is bordered by Nepal and Bangladesh and the states of Orissa, Jharkhand, Bihar, Sikkim, Assam, and Meghalaya in different directions. From north to south, it stretches from Himalayan Mountain to the Gangetic plain and the Bay of Bengal. The land is mostly plain except the northern region, which comes under the Himalayan mountain range. On the basis of landforms, the state can be divided into the following regions: Darjeeling Himalayan hill region, Terai region, North Bengal plains, Rarh region, Coastal plain, Sunderbans, Western plateau and high lands and Ganges delta.

CULTURE
The rebirth of Indian culture has taken place in this region of West Bengal which added a new chapter in the evolution of Indian history as Bengal Renaissance. This region is the land of Subhash Chandra Bose, Rabindranath Tagore, Swami Vivekananda, Mother Teresa, Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, Jagdish Chandra Basu, Dr. C. V. Raman, Satyendra Nath Basu, U. N. Bhramcharya, Meghnath Saha, G. D. Birla, Girendra Sekhar Basu, P. C. Mahalanabish, Sishir Kumar Mitra, Debendra Mohan Basu, Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, Kazi Nazrul Islam, Saorjini Naidu, Amartya Sen, Saurav Ganguly and many more. The culture of Bengal is deep rooted in its soil and is distinguished by festivals, music, cinema, drama and literature. Festivals in a multidimensional scale are observed in spiritual ecstasy in the state especially during Durga Puja.

CUISINE
Bengalis are fond of Bhaat (rice) and Machher jhol (fish curry). There is a wide range of dishes and cuisines with variety of tastes. Most of the typical Bengali sweets have their origin in traditional household kitchens. The most famous of all Bengali sweet is the rasogolla (a kind of sweet) which is best eaten chilled.

BEACHES
The coastal trip of West Bengal extending from the Gangetic delta land to the border of Orissa offers breathtaking and eye-catching beaches of Digha, Shankarpur, Junput, Bakkhali, Frazergunj and Sagardwip.

Rameshwaram - Benaras of South India

2007-09-19T05:20:00.000-07:00

Rameshwaram is the only one of the four Dhams where the resident Deity is Lord Shiva. Varanasi of the South, Rameshwaram is one of the most sacred Hindu pilgrimage centres in India, second only to Varanasi itself. Rameswaram is hallowed by the epic Ramayana. A devout Hindu who visits Varanasi is expected to visit Rameswaram also for the culmination of his quest for salvation. Rama sanctified this place by worshipping Lord Siva after the war against Ravana. Therefore, it is held sacred by Saivites and Vaishnavites as well. It is one of the major marine food centres in the south, much of its fish and prawn catch being exported. The town's most famous monument is the Ramanathaswamy Temple which is a gem of late Dravidian architecture.

Lord Rama sent his most devout disciple, Hanuman (the monkey god), to Mt. Kailas to bring a lingam but the monkey god was delayed and as Shiva had to be worshipped at a certain time, Rama's wife, Sita, moulded one herself which subsequently became known as the Ramanatha. On Hanuman's return, Rama was forced to console the monkey god by having the lingam which he had brought from Mt Kailas installed near the Ramanatha and decreeing that the Hanuman lingam should have precedence over the Ramanatha. The temple as it stands today was begun in the 12th century AD and added to by various rulers over the succeeding centuries. Its gopuram is 53.6 metres (176 ft) high.

Rameshwaram is an island- of Lord Rama's temple at Tamil Nadu is a terrific destination. Along with being a major pilgrimage for the Hindus, Rameshwaram is a happening holiday spot too.

Kalimpong - The Bustling Town

2007-09-19T03:42:00.000-07:00

Kalimpong - A small but bustling town in the Himalayan foothills of West Bengal. Kalimpong is a small hill station between Siliguri and Gangtok. The road is one of the most scenic routes in this part of the nation. The swift flowing Teesta river runs by the side of the road adding to the beauty of the scenery.

The name, Kalimpong, has three different origins. One, it means the place where the local tribesmen gathered to organize field sports, second, it takes it’s name from the Bhutanese king’s minister’s stronghold and thirdly, it is named after Kaulim, a fibrous plant found in abundance in this region.

The town is 1250M above sea level and offers excellent views of the Mt Kanchenjunga and the other Himalayan peaks. The popular view points are Durpin Dara and Deoro Hill.

This bazaar town was originally a part of Bhutan but later it was taken over by the British and finally it became a part of West Bengal. Kalimpong has several monasteries and also a Kali temple, Churches and a private library for the study of Tibetan and Himalayan languages, culture etc. The Tibetan Monastery and curio center and Dr Graham's home are important tour stops.

Some facts::roll:

Language: Gorkha, Nepali, Hindi, Bengali, English.
Weather:
Summer:
Mar to Jun 15°C -25°C.
Monsoons:
Jul to Aug. Rainfall: Average Annual 2030 mm (80 inches)
Autumn & Winter:
Sep to Feb 7°C -15°C.

Reference:- National Information Technology Promotion Unit, Kolkata

The Four Essential Places of India Tourism

2007-09-18T02:32:00.000-07:00

1. Taj Mahal:
Taj Mahal is regarded as one of the eight wonders of the world, and some Western historians have noted that its architectural beauty has never been surpassed. The Taj is the most beautiful monument built under Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal is built entirely of white marble. Its stunning architectural beauty is beyond adequate description, particularly at dawn and sunset. The Taj seems to glow in the light of the full moon. Different people have different views of the Taj but it would be enough to say that the Taj has a life of its own that leaps out of marble, provided you understand that it is a monument of love. As an architectural masterpiece, nothing could be added or substracted from it.

Nearby Attractions: Agra Fort (2.5 km away) and Sikandra (tomb of Akbar 3 km away).
When to GO: Mid-January to April and from September to mid-December.

2. Backwaters of Kerala:
Backwaters are ahead and behind made up by the ponding of sea to the beach by the movement of the waves. They are usually formed in the form of lagoons, of lakes and estuaries. The Backwaters in Kerala is a network of esquisite channels, lakes, lagoons and deltas of approximately 44 rivers emptying in the Arab sea. The principal mode of transport on these backwaters is by houseboats bus more 900km of this world of water is navigable. Hear the soothing sound of water rippling alongside your houseboat, as you drift on a Kerala backwater. Feel completely relaxed as you enter a world of serenity and natural beauty in Kerala. See the green countryside, swaying palm trees, emerald rice fields and children waving from the banks of the backwaters of Kerala, India, as you sail on traditional Ketuvalloms or houseboats, on a Kerala backwater.

Be transported to a paradise where land, sea and sky, come together in a union of elements. As you float on a Kerala backwater, the beauty of the serene waterways and quaint inlets and creeks along the coast of Kerala will enchant you.

Nearby Attractions: Munnar Hills, Museums of Trivandrum, and Kovalam Beach.
When to Go: March to May and September to October.

3. Wildlife Safari in Bengal:
Whether you are in a desert or on the high steep slopes or within the dense forests, the best way to explore off beaten tracks of the natural world is through a safari. India is blessed with some of the most varied and adventurous wild sites. There can be no better way of experiencing life in the desert than through a journey into its hinterland on camel back. Similar experience visitors can enjoy among the grasslands, on the back of an Elephant. Experience the tiger, rhinos, and other rich wildlife in Ranthambore and Sunderbans National Parks.

Nearby Attractions: Lake Padam Talao, Raj Bagh Ruins, and Ranthambore Fort.
When to Go: Between December and February.

4. Palaces of Rajasthan:
Rajasthan is a land of forts and palaces. Built on high hilltops, in the middle of enormous deserts, and on islands in lakes, the forts and palaces of Rajasthan India, showcase the architectural heritage of Rajasthan. Many of these Rajasthan forts and palaces look rugged and rough from their exteriors; the interiors take you to an altogether different world. Surprises are the second name of these architectural marvels, which are the Rajasthan forts and palaces spread throughout Rajasthan India.

Nearby Attractions: Amber Fort Jaipur, Chittorgarh Fort, Junagadh Fort Bikaner, Kumbhalgarh Fort Udaipur, Mehrangarh Fort Jodhpur, Sonar Fort Jaisalmer, Aravali forest, Amber fort, and Thar desert
When to Go: Between October and December.

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2007-09-17T05:50:00.000-07:00

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Tips for Travel Planning

2007-08-14T06:04:00.000-07:00

Planning for a trip is not the most enjoyable part of a vacation packages. Travel planning involves hours and hours of searching for airfare, arranging transportation and accommodations, and packing. And if you’re completely clueless about travel planning, it could take you even longer.

Below are a few things NOT to do when planning for a trip. Travel planning requires careful execution and if not done properly, can result in the worst trip you’ve ever taken.

Travel Planning: What Not to Do

Book the First Flight You Find:
If you’re traveling abroad and need to book airfare, DON’T book the first flight you find. If you want to find cheap airfare, you need to compare prices. Search online and call the airlines to see what deals you can find. The Internet is filled with airfare discounts and cheap air tickets. All it takes is a little travel planning and initiative to do a search online or pick up the phone and call the airlines. If you don’t, you could end up spending hundreds of dollars more than you should have.

Pin the Tail on the Travel Map:
In the game Pin the Tail on the Donkey, a person is blind folded, spun around, and given the task to pin the tail on the paper donkey hanging on the wall. As fun and entertain as this children’s game is, it’s not a good method to use when planning a trip. If you’re deciding on where to go, don’t just pick a random destination and hop on a plane. You need to research those travel destinations you are interested in visiting. When researching each destination, find out the best time of year to go (you don’t want to travel to Paris during the rainy season). Find out when the best weather is and plan your trip around those months. Bad weather can quickly turn your exciting vacation into a week spent indoors watching foreign television.

Wait ‘Till the Last Minute to Pack:
Packing is almost always the last task on the travel planning list. After the tickets are purchased, the itinerary is set, and the time-off request has been submitted and signed, it’s finally time to pack. However, you shouldn’t wait until the night before you leave to start packing. You should start packing at least a week in advance. Why? Because you don’t want to stay up all night packing and wear yourself out before you even leave for the trip. Pack gradually throughout the week. Pack those items you won’t need during the week. Then, pack clothing items as they become available (i.e. worn and washed and ready to be worn again on your trip). By gradually packing throughout the week, you won’t stress out packing at the last minute and hoping you remembered everything. Pack gradually and save yourself some time. Travel planning takes time, effort, and a little bit of common sense. If you slack off and don’t plan correctly, your trip could end up a disaster before you even leave your home.

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Brief Info of Varanasi

2007-07-26T02:30:00.000-07:00

Almost 3000 years old, Varanasi is one of the oldest living cities in the world and the ultimate pilgrimage centre for Hindus. Varanasi, the holy city of India, is also known by the name of Kashi and Benaras. Varanasi also Known as the cultural capital of India. In Pali language Varanasi was called Banarasi hence it got the name 'Banaras'.

Varanasi is also called 'Kashi' or the city of spiritual light. The word ‘Kashi’ originated from the word ‘Kas’ which means to shine. Kashi is the place where Shiva and Parvati stood when the "time started ticking". Located on the bank of holy river Ganga, in east Uttar Pradesh, This city of alleys is one of the favourite tourist destinations of India. 80 Ghats (podium) built along the bank of river Ganga is its special feature. One theory also goes that Varanasi is located on the land between the river Varuna and Assi hence the name Varanasi.

Varanasi is also renowned for its rich tapestry of music, arts, crafts and education. People across the world descend in this holy city to imbibe its unique art and culture. People believe that pilgrimage of this holy city; flush out all the sins of life. It is the 2nd most sacred city after Ayodhya. Benarsi sarees and paan (betel) are famous all over the country.

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Pearls of Hyderabad

2007-07-14T02:57:00.000-07:00

The two famous cities of Andhra Pradesh Hyderabad & Secunderabad are known as twin cities of India. The main shopping areas in Huderabad are Abids,Basheerbagh, Nampally and Sultan Bazar and MG Road, Rashtrapati Road in Secunderbad. The markets around Charminar are famous for bangles and pearls. Hyderabad is synonymous with pearls. Cultured pearls studded in gold and silver jewellery of exquisite design are a specialty of hyderabad jewellery. Pearls come in many shapes and of particular interest is the ‘rice-pearl’ – a tiny variety. The precious "Basra"- a pearl unmatched in lustre, colour and price and is available in selected stores. Pearls are sold in strings or raw by weight.

Hyderabad is known as the city of pearls. The pearl market is situated near Charminar. Ornaments made with Rice Pearls can be bought from 'Char Kaman' or the General Bazaar Market.People form everywhere flock here to possess a few of these pearls. Strange that there is no sea anywhere near the city. Yet it has become almost synonymous with quality pearls.

Chennai--The Indian Tradition

2007-06-29T01:53:00.000-07:00

Chennai (formerly known as Madras) the capital of Tamil Nadu, lies along the coast of the Bay of Bengal, developed after 1639 when the British East India Company established a fort and trading post at the small fishing village of Chennai. Over the past three and a half centuries, the small fishing village has grown into a bustling metropolis which is especially known for its spaciousness which is lacking in other Indian cities. This characteristic is exemplified by the long esplanade called the Marina and which is lined by impressive buildings which remind the casual visitor of the long and inseparable association the city has had with the British. Even elsewhere in the city, one cannot fail to notice the dominant British influences in the form of old cathedrals, buildings in the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture, wide tree lined avenues.

As a city it continues to maintain the best of South Indian traditions.Thus, the unwary visitor will find Madras more than just a gateway of South India. He shall find it a convenient base to peep into the varied aspects of traditional south Indian culture and life styles which intermingle with the modern city complete with its plush hotels and restaurants - offering a range of continental and typical south Indian cuisine, long and uncrowded stretches of beaches, modern shopping centers which offer traditional handicrafts, textiles and much more peculiar to this part of India.

Besides the modern city itself, there are several interesting towns like Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram, each with a rich collection of ancient temples and an array of traditional handicrafts which are very much their own.

Luxury Honeymoon Package Kerala (India)

2007-04-13T02:25:00.000-07:00

Kerala has been emerged as a Paradise for honeymooners, because of its beautiful Beaches, Lakes, Backwaters, Hill stations, houseboats etc. Travelchacha.com offers you a world of choices for your romantic honeymoon holidays, romantic vacation. We offers Honeymoon packages to India Kerala,Manali,Delhi etc . Book your Honeymoon tour:

Day 01 - Kovalam
Arrive Trivandrum and the representative will meet and transfer you to Kovalam the beach resort of South India, enriched with rich Greenary of Coconut Palms and laced with golden sands.On arrival check in at the hotel. Rest of the day free ot realx and enjoy the beach.

Day 02 - Kovalam
This morning after breakfast, visit Mattupetty famous for its highly specialized dairy farm, the Indo-Swiss live stock project. Proceed to Mattupetty lake and dam, which is a very beautiful picnic spot. You could enjoy boating in the lake and view mountains and landscapes from afar. Onwards proceed to Echo point famous for the natural echo phenomenon and then to Top Station offering marvellous views of Munnar valley below. Return to the resort and enjoy the facilities at your resort.

Day 03 - House Boat
Today morning after breakfast Proceed to Alleppey, Known as the Venice of the East. On arrival check into a traditonal House Boat of Kerala Style. Crusie through the back waters is the fabulous way to explore the facinating beauty of the backwaters.

Day 04 - Periyar
Disembark the boat at Kumarakom and Continue to Thekkady the famous wild life sanctuary of South India. On arrival check in at hotel. Periyar wildlife sanctuary, home to nomadic tribes of wild elephant, boar, deer, the great Indian tiger and more. Evening go for boat cruise in the lake to watch wild animals.

Day 05 Munnar
In the morning depart for Munnar enjoying the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls, high mountains with the low flying clouds passing by. Arrive Munnar and check in at hotel. In the evening you can go for sight seeing of Munnar and witness tea gardens spread like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometers, lust green hills, a place so difficult to describe, very low population too far from pollution, most of the covered by Tata tea.

Day 06 Cochin
Morning after breakfast proceed to Cochin - the queen of Arabian Sea. On arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon you can go for sightseeing of Cochin which includes the Jewish Synagogue, Mattanchery Palace, St.Francis Church and the Chinese Fishing Nets. Evening you can witness the dance drama of Kerala - Kathakali Dance.

Discover Oriental East India

2007-04-12T04:55:00.000-07:00

This unique tour combines the two eastern states of Sikkim and West Bengal. Similar in many ways yet so different in their cultural traditions, heritage, people and the environment. This tour reveals aspects of India very often missed while travelling the regular circuits. This journey starts at the north-eastern state of Sikkim (Indian border state to China), tucked away in the foothills of the Himalayas, a place with breathtaking beauty, rich biodiversity and the most splendid views of Mt. Kanchenjunga. We then travel to Lachung, a place very close to the Tibet border. From there we start our southward descent to the state of West Bengal, visiting the famous architectural towns of Murshidabad and Vishnupur and then to Kolkata, the erstwhile capital of the British. From Kolkata we journey to the Sunderbans National Park, the world's largest delta formed by the Ganga (Ganges) and Brahmaputra rivers. At this point you have the option of either ending your journey on the backwaters or travelling further south to visit the temple towns of Bhubaneshwar, Konark and Puri, winding up on the palm-fringed beaches of Puri.

New Recognisation of India - Golden Quadrilateral Raod

2007-04-11T04:46:00.000-07:00

The Golden Quadrilateral connect the four metropolises: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata. Yet another project will connect the smaller towns with expressways. The end-product will resemble a quadrilateral. The first phase of the 5,846-km long Golden Quadrilateral (GQ) project of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), linking the four metros of Kolkata, New Delhi, Chennai and Mumbai, is nearing completion. Of the 38-lakh-km of roadways in India (the second largest in the world), national highways account for 58,000 km and the balance fall within the purview of the states. The former takes care of 40 per cent of the total traffic handled by all roads.

A good example would be the four-lane expressway developed and maintained by the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) between Delhi and Jaipur. The traveller is charged a nominal toll tax and this allows for the maintenance of the highway. These roads are particularly delightful to drive on. But remember, not all roads in India are like this - several are pot-holed and rough.

Kerala Tour Information

2007-04-10T05:27:00.000-07:00

Kerala with a panoramic view with its nature attracts visitors all around the world. The natural beauty of Kerala back waters, beaches, hill stations, wild life sanctuaries give happy mood for the visitors during their entire touring.Apart from their touring, it enhance the joyful mood and mind when they visit Kerala temples, attend Kerala fairs and kerala festivals during the season.

Kerala has got a special encryption in the book of Ayurveda. The state is enriched with Ayurveda clinics and talented Ayurveda Doctors. Ayurvedic massaging, Panchakarma etc are the famous treatments in Ayurveda. Many of the hotels and resorts link with ayurvedic treatment packages.
Boat house or house boats locally called as Kettuvallam are very famous mode of transportation in the back waters for the tourists. From Kumarakon to Cochin one could enjoy the voyage though lush palm and coconut trees at the banks of rivers and back waters. One could not forget the event when they travel.

Food are served according to the liking of their taste. Many star hotels are available with tour packages from moderate to luxury tariff. Shopping is a wonderful activity which many of the tourists like to shop in Kerala. Kerala is famous for spices and handicrafts. Golden ornaments give fame and name to the state on the quality. Well, Kerala is one of the wonderful and beautiful place one should not miss to visit in his life time.

Beach of Kerela Kovalam

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A vacation spent on a white sand beach looking out on warm turquoise waters, is many people's dream getaway. Many people base their vacation destination on where the waters are bathtub-warm, there are swaying palms, and you can kick back and really relax

The beaches of Kerala are renowned the world over for their breathtaking beauty. The blues of the sky and the blue waters of the beaches of Kerala come together to take away the blues. Amongst the popular beaches of Kerala are the Kovalam Beach and Varkala beach. The other much-visited beaches of Kerala are Thanagasseri Beach, Cheria Beach, Tanur Beach, Padinharekara Beach, Beypore Beach and Kappad Beach.

Travel Kerala, where the whispering palms and winding rivers come together to create the magic web of the backwaters. Kerala beaches are also known for its natural Ayurveda and Yoga retreats, famous worldwide for its Ayurveda treatments. Kovlam is a perfect example of such beach where tourists come to take Ayurvedic treatments and thus evolved as a major Ayurvedic centre with many hotels and resorts offering Ayurvedic rejuvenation therapies and treatments. One can treat the worn out body and energise the nerves and muscles through time tested rejuvenation treatments.

Kashmir Heaven of India

2007-04-04T05:32:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the beautiful nature blessed land of Jammu & Kashmir. Whether a boat ride at the Dal Lake or a visit to the highest Golf Course in the world at Gulmarg or travelling to the delightful Pahalgam, Sonamarg or the serene Leh and Ladakh – a tour to Jammu & Kashmir is overhelming in every way. Explore and cherish the beauty of this wonderland with exclusive tour and travel packages of Jammu & Kashmir. Jammu and Kashmir tour is an ideal getaway for all nature-lovers and a paradise for all honeymooners. Come and Enjoy your Jammu & Kashmir travel and relish the magnificent beauty of this heaven on earth.

Strategically located the state of Jammu and Kashmir constitutes the northern most extremity of India. Jammu & Kashmir with its summer and winter capitals at Srinagar and Jammu, respectively, is divided into 3 major and distinct regions - Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh.

The Charm of Uttrakhand lies in its Natural Beauty

2007-04-02T03:03:00.000-07:00

It’s true that hill of Uttrakhand is not the place many people would like to call home. It turns extremely cold in the winter due to its location on the eastern edge of the India. No wonder, the geographically small state of Dehradoon does not even rank in the top twenty states in terms of population.

Visit India On a Small Budget

2007-03-31T03:46:00.001-07:00

When you want traveling don't hesitate contact with travelchacha.com. We arrange your tour including kids all mega tourism place in India in affordable cost.India Hotels travel is considered very expensive and something only the rich can afford. However, this is far from the truth when it comes to traveling to India because there are many great ways to travel to India on even a shoestring budget and have a great time too.

Travel guide in india

2007-03-30T05:04:00.000-07:00

When searching for value in travel, everyone comes in contact with the package tours holiday. Before you recoil in horror, let’s face it, if you are going to a place for the first time and want to do this safely and within a budget,packaged holidays often can’t be beat. They will provide you all.