Junagadh Vacations all Inclusive

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.