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The Reliance on Cheap Airline Tickets

2010-08-31T17:28:00.000-07:00

The developments led by the renaissance and reformation movements in the past and the industrialization and globalization which is influencing the present era has also equally influenced the life of human beings and to an extent each and every aspect of his life. His dependence or reliance on the cheapest mode of transport can thus be further justified as one of the influences of the so called development. We have always heard of philosophers saying that man is a lonely traveler, a passenger of the desert and so on. Thus the traveling instinct of human beings whether it is for business purposes or with an aim to explore the unexplored, is very much evident for the increase in the demand for the cheap airline tickets.

Man is always struggling between the two limits set by him, the time and timelessness. It is then rather derogatory to claim that man has time to be timeless, which rather seems to be ironic as well. When man found cheap airline tickets to be within his means, he started relying on the same, and ignoring the other means as such. This high reliability on the cheap airline tickets gradually became habitual. The long queues at the airports ticket counter has been minimized to a great extent, as the booking of the cheap airline tickets or any other class, has been confined to a mere computer system with the internet accessibility. This confinement is applicable to the booking of the railway and cruise tickets as well.

The restriction thus put by the Indian government on the aviation sector, through the so called service tax has reduced the number of people relying on not only the cheap airline tickets but obviously on other classes as well. In the very recent times the airline companies had seen a steady growth in the demand for the cheap airline tickets, but this levying of service tax has declined the growth. We cannot even have a futuristic overview of the airlines reimbursing the loss through the service tax as such. We have to wait for the steady statistical data, as to know whether the decline in the demand for the cheap airline tickets has affected the airline companies greatly or it is just a minority group of consumers who just withdraw.

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Winter Travel Destinations in India

2010-02-25T23:32:00.000-08:00

By Kandpal Chandra Subhash

If regular work schedules are taking away your enthusiasm towards your life then a pleasing adventure holiday is highly recommended. It is a true way to rejuvenate your soul if you are tired of doing same and hectic work everyday. Although, anytime is perfect when you are planning to your start-off your refreshment in India, but winter season can add-up more relaxation. There are plenty of scopes to experience a dream vacation in India. Some of the unveiled destinations in India which are among the top list are:

Alui- First pick of skiers!

Located at the height of 9,500-10,500 ft in Uttaranchal, Alui is a premier ski resort of India. Snowy slopes of mountain are sweetly scented with pine making it a great and exciting destination not only for skiers but nature lovers too. Auli's temples and hot springs are other hot spots which are most visited tourists' sites.

Leh Ladakh- Veiled, yet not unexplored

If you are among the people who love to explore spiritual ambience in calm and cool place then Leh Ledakh can be a perfect tourist paradise for you. It is equally adventurous for youngsters who can view lovely landscapes, azure weather and noticeable silence that make this place special and different from other places. Perched at the height of 7500 meters, its temperature is always lies below minus degree.

Shimla-Manali- Archetypal hill station

Shimla is an excellent place to see planes and hills covered with white blanket from the month of December to January. This can be yet another winter destination where you can discover number of visiting places like temples, churches, colonial mansions etc. Adding to this, as a vacationer you may also visit markets of Shimla that features some of the best collection of exclusive handmade decoratives or utility pieces.

Nainital-Massuri-Hills of heaven

Nainital is city that is always counted as a distinct city along with unique geographic condition. It is surrounded by lakes and constitutes nine pear shaped lakes. On the other hand Massuri can be an ideal place to view rare sites, as one can watch magnificent views of the vast plain to the south, or of the mass of tangled ridges lying north, bounded by the great snowy range, from the top of the higher peaks.

Kashmir & Gulmarg- Places of flower and boathouses

Kashmir being a wonderful destination for enjoying boating and boat house has become a hot place for tourists. Since, it is specially meant for tourist, all the places are well managed according to tourists' comfort. Gulmarg is another well known destination, located 52 km from Srinagar having an average elevation of 2,690 m (8,825 ft). This is an ideal place where you can get a close view of snow covered hills and feel the joy of pleasant weather.

Sikkim Darjeeling-Place of tea farms

This is another place to view slopes of mountain covered not just with snow but with tea plants. Famous for its tea industry it is an ideal place for nature lovers. Apart from snow you can have a typical experience of watching workers working in the tea farms.

Watching winter in India can compel you to change your vision towards life and nature. To explore in large a well planned package can be a better idea. There are several travel agencies and operators who are known to provide tour packages at reasonable rates. So, pick one of them and get ready to enjoy and experience an exotic holiday.

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Mountain Ranges in India

2010-02-25T23:29:00.000-08:00

By Jolly Mazumdar

No other nation in the world can be compared with India's stupendous glory. From holy rivers to tranquil lakes to magnificent waterfalls to verdant valleys to lush green canopies and to diverse flora and fauna. Mother nature has blessed India with its every creation. Even India has no dearth of mountain ranges, which are the known as the origin point of several Indian rivers.

Mountain ranges can be defined as a group or chain of mountains that are close together. These are generally separated from each other by passes and rivers. India has a nine prominent mountain ranges namely: the Himalayan mountain range, Karakoram, the Kunlun, the Shiwalik the Aravali the Patkai or Purvanchal the Vindya, the Eastern ghats and the western ghats.

The Himalayan mountain range- The Himalayan Mountain ranges which literally means "land of snow", separate India from the rest of Asia. These are the youngest and highest mountain ranges in the world. The Himalayas has some 30 mountain peaks which are of 7315m high. Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga, two of the world's highest mountain peaks is in Himalaya only. It stretches to 2500 km and covers an area of about 500,000 sq km. It comprises three almost parallel ranges interspersed with large plateaus and Valleys. The states of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttaranchal, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh are nestled in the lap of Himalayan mountain ranges.

The Karakoram range - The Karakoram is another major mountain range of India, located in the region of Ladakh in Jammu and kashmir state near the Chineese border. This range extends 500km towards south-east direction and housed more than 60 mountain peaks of 7000 m high. It houses world's second highest mountain peak known as K2 and many of the world's longest glaciers like Siachen glacier at 70km and the Biafo glacier at 63km. Both are ranked as second and third longest glaciers respectively outside the polar region.

The Kunlun Range-The Kunlun range of India runs in the eastward direction along the northern part of Kashmir and the Tibetan plateau.

The Shiwalik Range- This range is a sub Himalaya mountain range. Located on the foothills of the lower Himalayas, it runs in a continuous belt from Jammu, through the Kangra valley and then on through the Sirmaur district to Dehradun and further on the Bhabbar tracts of Garhwal and Kumaon. Continuing through Nepal, the only break comes at Sikkim, and then on again through Arunachal. The width of this mountain range varies from a few kilometers to around 40 kilometers at different places. It comprises many smaller hills. Some of the famous Indian hill stations are located on this range namely Dehradun, Nainital and many more. The climate condition in this mountain range varies from subtropical in the foothills to alpine at the higher elevations of these mountain ranges.

The Aravali Range - It is the oldest range in India, runs approximately 300 miles from northeast to southwest direction across Rajasthan in western India. The sole hill station nestled in this mountain range is Mount Abu, which is situated 1300m above sea level.

The Patkai Range- Patkai or Purvanchal ranges are located in the eastern boundary of India that connects India with Myanmar. This mountain range is blessed with conical peaks, steep slopes and deep valleys. These are formed due to the result of tectonic processes. This mountain ranges comprises of three main hills namely the Patkai-Bum, the Garo-Khasi-Jaintia and the Lushai hills. This mountain range covers a total area of 108, 229 sq km of Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram and Tripura. Due to the different altitude, the climatic condition here varies from temperate to alpine.

The Vindhya range and Satpura Range- These two ranges runs across entire central India region. The Vindhya Range is a low mountain range, located in Madhya Pradesh. It have a height of 910m and covers an area of 970 km only. It acts as a divider between the Indo-Gangetic plain and the Deccan Plateau on the south.

The Satpura range is a triangular shaped mountain range present in central India. It originates in eastern Gujarat state near the Arabian Sea coast and covers an area of 900km. It runs mainly in the east through Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh to Chhattisgarh.

The Western Ghats- As the name reflects the Western Ghats or Sahyadri mountain range runs north to south along the western edge of Deccan Plateau of India. This ghat is parallel to the Arabian sea. This range starts from the border of Gujarat and Maharashtra, and runs across 1600km through the states of Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu and ends at Kanya Kumari. The average height of the hills of this mountain range is 1200 m. This area is famous as a world' s " hottest biodiversity zone".

The Eastern Ghats - These ranges stretches from West Bengal in the north, through Orissa and Andhra Pradesh to Tamil Nadu in the south. Four biggest rivers of India namely Godavari, Mahanadi, Krishna, and Kaveri cuts this mountain range and makes it irregular at some places. The average height of the range is 600m. At the northern and the southern end of the mountain range, maximum elevation can be seen but not as much to the height of hills of Western Ghats. It runs parallel to the Bay of Bengal.

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A Tour to Incredible India

2010-02-25T23:27:00.000-08:00

By Mithi Dey

Visit India and unveil its everlasting beauty. Blessed with Great Himalayan ranges, the sun-kissed Thar desert, mighty sea, ancient temples, monasteries, churches, mesmerizing hills, wildlife parks etc the country has all in store for its visitors.

India- A Getaway to Pilgrimage Tour

The diversity in culture and religion can be witnessed with visiting the religious shrines in India. Each corner of the country boasts of a number of pilgrimage centers, sprinkled with myths and reality. Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Sun Konark Temple in Orissa, Tirupati Tirumala Balaji Temple in Andhra Pradesh, Meenakshi Temple in Tamil Nadu, Badami Cave Temple in Karnataka, Guruvayoor temple in Kerala, Mahabodhi temple in Bodhgaya and lot more are places to pay homage before the Almighty. Besides, the country is also remarkable for offering Char Dham Yatra, Vaishnov Devi Yatra, Amarnath Yatra etc.

India-A nation with historical heritage

Ancient buildings in Rajasthan, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and South Indian states depicts the power of erstwhile eras. The Taj Mahal in Agra, Kaudiar Palace in Kerala, Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, Char Minar and Golconda Fort in Andhra Pradesh, Rock Fort Temple in Tamil Nadu, Gol Gumbaz & Mysore Palace in Karnataka are must-visit forts and monuments.

India- A tranquil land of Yoga, Ayurveda and Meditation

Since time immemorial, India is known for its traditional practice of yoga and meditation. Popular Ayurveda resorts in Kerala, like offers rejuvenating therapies, which date back to 5, 000 years. These days, the Pathanjali Yog Peeth in Haridwar, Uttarakhand is gaining immense popularity in terms of yoga and meditation.

India-A land of adventure sports

Ranging from winter adventure sports to the thrill of water sports, India has it all. Coastlines in Goa, Andaman and Nicobar Island, Lakshadweep Island fun of exploring underwater world by means of snorkeling, scuba-diving, water scooter etc. Whereas, snow-laden mountains in Himachal Pradesh attracts trekkers, para-gliders, mountain climbers, snow-skiers all the year round.

India- A home to wild life Enthusiasts

About 4% of India's geographical land comes under forest areas. Not less then 500 wildlife Sanctuaries and national parks attracts wildlife enthusiasts from different parts of the world. Popular abodes like Ranthambore National Park (Rajasthan), Bhandhavgarh National Park (Madhya Pradesh) Corbet National Park (Uttaranchal), Kaziranga National Park (Assam), Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala) etc. are taken care by the Indian Government. Many reserves under the project tiger are best known for endangered tiger species and other exotic animal lives. The wild havens offers the joy of that can be jeep/cater/elephant safari so that one can encounter flora and fauna as close as possible.

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Popular Temples in India

2010-02-25T23:24:00.000-08:00

By Kandpal Chandra Subhash

From the arresting Himalayan ranges in the North, to Kanyakumari in the South, India is suffused with famous temples which date back to ancient times. The adornment in these traditional temples is one of the world's primary artistic legacies. Today they are a paradigm of how life was earlier and that how the worshiping has been after years of passing.

Have a look at some of the most famous ones.

Khajuraho Temples- Khajuraho temple is situated in Madhya Pradesh. The Khajuraho temples are internationally famous for the erotic sculptures that enrich the walls. Architecturally these temples are unique. They are built on high platforms, several meters off the ground in a combination of light sandstone and granite. Each of these temples has an entrance hall or mandapa, and a sanctum sanctorum or garbha griha. The roofs of these various sections have a discrete form. The porch and hall have pyramidal roofs which are made of several horizontal layers. The inner roof is a conical tower, a massive load of stone made of minute towers called Shikhara.

Meenakshi Temple-.The Meenakshi temple has distinguished and elegantly carved towers, dedicated to Goddess Meenakashi in Madurai (Tamil Nadu). Considered as the south gateway, the Meenakshi temple consists of identical temples of God Shiva and Goddess Meenakshi, each one as high as about nine storeys. The temple is an outstanding example of sculpture and architecture. The Meenakshi temple has grandiose stonewalls and towers. The image of Goddess Meenakshi is said to be carved out of a lone emerald. The temple was refurbished many times adding corridors and grand sculptures to it. According to the legend of this temple the marriage of the goddess Meenakshi to Shiva took place in Madurai and is still celebrated every summer with grand gusto.

Sun Temple -The wonderful Sun temple is a living monument of Orissa's splendid past. The Sun Temple of Konark is regarded as the crest of art and architecture of the ancient Kalinga era. The entire temple was designed in the form of a mammoth chariot drawn by seven spirited horses on twelve pairs of elegantly carved wheels. Each of the wheels is nearly 10 feet in diameter. The studies represent the imposing parade of the Sun God. The temple holds the distinction of being one of the few UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India.

Golden Temple- The temple is in the capital city of Punjab (Amritsar). It was built by the fifth guru of the Sikhs and is located on a small island in the centre of a pool called the amrit-sar ('pool of nectar') and is linked to land by a marble walkway. The golden colour comes from the cover of gold foil. The architecture of the temple is considered as an epitome of creativity and it represents a unique accord between the Muslims and the Hindus. Symbolically, it has entrances on all four sides to show that it is open to worshippers of all castes and creeds.

Mahabodhi Temple- The fifty meter high Mahabodhi Temple is located in Bihar in the city of Gaya. The temple is an evidence of the history of Buddhism. It is one of the four holy sites related to the life of the Lord Buddha, particularly the attainment of Enlightenment. This temple is located near the spot where Gautama Siddhartha had attained salvation. The temple is considered as one of the earliest Buddhist temples built entirely in brick. The sculpted stone balustrades are an outstanding example of stone. The four towers on the corners rise gracefully. Delimited on all four sides by stone railings, Mahabodhi Temple bears railings of two types, the older railings are made from sandstone and the other railings are of unrefined granite.

Ajanta Ellora Caves- The famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora are situated in the state of Maharashtra. These caves are regarded as a world heritage site and were dug out from a solid rock. They symbolize the three faiths of Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. They are placed in a horseshoe shape. Out of the total 34 caves, 12 caves to the south are Buddhist, the 17 in the centre are dedicated to Hinduism, and the 5 caves to the north are dedicated to Jainism. These caves are divided into 'Chaitya-Grihas' (stupa halls) and 'Viharas' (dwelling halls). The carvings and the paintings in the caves portray the life of Lord Buddha. Along with this, several types of human and animal figures are also carved out of the rocks. Aurangabad is the closest city from these cave temples. These caves are a famous heritage site of India.

Dilwara Jain Temples- Dilwara Jain temples, Mount Abu are sacred pilgrimage place of the Jains. The temples are a mix of simplicity as well as delicacy. They are five in number all of which are built in white marble. The two most famous of these are Vimala Vasahi and Luna Vasahi. The Vimala Vasahi is dedicated to the 1st Jain Tirthankara (saint). The entrance to the temple is from the east through a arched porch which leads to a six-pillared pergola with a three-tiered smosan (representation of the holy mountain of the Jains) in the center. The smosan is surrounded by 10 statues including that of the founder Vimala and his family, each seated on a beautiful elephant made out of a single block of white marble, about four feet high. The Luna Vasahi is dedicated to the 22nd Jain Tirthankara (saint). It is slightly smaller then the Vimala Vasahi. The eight pillars of Luna Vasahi assembly hall are of different types. The emphasize is on the ceiling with superbly carved figures of dancers, animals and parade of horsemen.

The Indian temples portray a true intermingling of different cultures of India. The Indian temples are a perfect example of Unity in Diversity, because there is hardly any city, town or village in the country that does not have temples. The Indian temples depict the different sects' prevalent here. Thus the Hindu temples are amongst the finest in India that are spread almost in every segment.

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Experience the Ultimate Thrill of Safari in India

2010-02-25T23:22:00.000-08:00

By Kandpal Chandra Subhash

India is one of the few destinations in the world where spending wildlife and adventure vacation can surely turn out to be your unforgettable experience. Today it won't be wrong to say that India is a country that offers enormous opportunities to travel around its diverse natural beauty and enjoy adventure activities that can be rarely found in any other parts of the world. In fact, it is a land that is blessed with tremendous natural beauty in the form of dense forests with unique flora and fauna.

Travel to these dense forests can offer an ample of opportunities to view some of the rare and unique animals through naked eyes. The thrill of watching a tiger in the jungle on an Indian wildlife safari or having a close look on the dewdrops that sparkles on a spider's web, among the vegetation of an Indian wildlife sanctuary cannot always be described in words. The joy of watching different aspects of jungle's natural beauty through safari can really be a trilling experience.

Scenic grandeur, incomparable adventures and varied cultural splendors are just few countable attributes that combine collectively to give a distinctive glimpse of this unique place and enjoy safari tour. It is a land of sweeping landscapes that take your breath away and a paradise filled with a captivating diversity of the most impressive and amazing wildlife to be found anywhere. This exciting mixture of elements naturally serves to make Indian safari holidays the most memorable travel experience that any adventure freak person can hope for.

Over the last few years, this land has attracted the attentions of numerous wildlife enthusiasts, adventure lovers and researchers. Featured with a fine range of luxury and easily accessibility of different budget accommodation options to choose from, wildlife tours in India has gained new recognition. Adding to this, today this land also encapsulates the parks, dense woods and beautiful camping areas.

Some of the places that have always pulled the attention of national and international vacationers are Jim Corbett National Park, Ranthambore National Park, Kanha National Park and Kaziranga National Park. Situated in some of the major regions of the country, these safari destinations are the ultimate treasure of flora and fauna that is worth to explore once in a lifetime. So, this season, if you are looking forward or planning to have Indian safari tours, here are some of the few best options you can go for:

Wildlife Safari - India has a lot to offer when it comes to favorite destinations for wildlife safari. There are different travel operators that offer safari tour packages. Each of these safari tour programs is well-planned and has a bunch of experienced and knowledgeable guides, who have expertise in geographical conditions, culture, backgrounds related to a particular destination.

Jeep Safari - Jeep Safari is a perfect alternative in lieu of natural rides for getting close to the nature. The most famous and exciting route in India is Delhi to Leh that encapsulates numerous exciting places in between. In addition to this, other favorite destinations are Kerela, Madhya Pradesh, Ladakh and many more. Today there are number of jeep safari tours in India that covers some of the best places located in the regions like the Himalayas, cities and deserts of Rajasthan and many more.

Motor Bike Safari- Motor biking is a rigorous sport and in last couple of years has gained immense popularity among adventure lovers. Biking in middle of the luxurious surrounding of nature becomes more tranquilizing and this is what a vacationer can enjoy once he or she opts for a motor bike safari tour package offer. It doesn't matter whether it is the mountain ranges of the Himalayas or the south Indian mountainous treks, motor biking in India can be a real adventure experience in India.

Camel Safari- Camel Safaris in India are now one of the fastest selling safari tour programs. Today camel safari in India is a great way to see the desert, visit the villages and know more about the culture and tradition of places encompassing deserts in India. Apart from this, it also provides numerous options for sightseer to look out for amazing sand dunes in the middle of a camel safari.

Elephant Safari- Riding an elephant takes one back to the royal era, when only the kings use to ride on these majestic creatures. The ride is extremely calm and takes the traveler on a beautiful journey, passing through the arduous paths; where vehicles can't even make a move. The major and the most popular places that are covered are primarily the southern as well as few parts in the northern part of India like Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and many more.

Today there are many safari holiday options in India that help you revitalize your mind and know more about some of the most important lessons of life and different safari destinations. All that is required is selecting the safaris tour program that you as a traveler would like to be part of.

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Golden Triangle Tours - An Unbelievable Tours Experience of North India

2010-02-25T23:19:00.000-08:00

By Amit Kothiyaal

The Golden Triangle Tour is an appealing trip that gives you a glimpse of the rich historical heritages of northern India. Covering three major travel destinations, a Golden triangle tour package showcase you the most colorful, historical, cultural and architectural heritage of a bygone era. So, if you are one of those who take keen interest in history, you will surely get moved by the majestic architectural buildings, palaces, forts, traditions and cultures of these three places - Delhi, Jaipur (Rajasthan) and Agra (Uttar Pradesh).

Having experienced the most glorious historical events during the time of Mughals, Rajputs and the British, the Golden triangle of India has evolved as the cultural hub for tourists who want to get a flavor of ancient Indian's roots. Over the years, the number of tourists visiting these cities has increased steadily due to the fact that each one of them offers its own unique blend of characters and practices.

So firstly, you must begin this North Indian tour from the national capital, Delhi. Here you will get to explore the various heritage sites like Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb and Lakshminarayan Temple, besides some of the British era Victorian architecture buildings.

Next in the trip comes the city of Jaipur. Since this city was ruled by various Mughal and Rajput dynasties in the past, it showcases ancient Indian architecture at its best. Brimming with colorful and architectural marvels, Jaipur is also renowned for its traditional and religious practices. You get to experience the main highlight of this city while visiting the magnificent Hawa Mahal which is famous for its big windows, which were once used by the queens to view the daily proceedings of the city. In addition to this, the erstwhile seat of the King of Jaipur-City Palace and the Amber Fort flanking a mountain are the other major attractions of Rajasthan tours.

Moving on to the city of Agra, the third stoppage of this Golden Triangle Tour, you will get to see the lovely Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal ruler Shah Jahan in the year 1653. This white marble mausoleum has been recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Moreover, you will get to know why this city is an awaited destination for most tourists only when you visit the other attractions of the city like the UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Fatehpur Sikri and Red Fort; also renowned for their stunning Mughal architectural brilliance.

Today Indian tours like the Golden Triangle Tours have gained the attention of worldwide tourists due to the presence of splendid palaces, incredible historical monuments and diverse topographical features highlighting the countries diversity, culture and lifestyle. Hence, you too, will return with unforgettable touring experiences once you have been on this North Indian tour.

Golden Triangle is one of the most popular tours for visiting incredible India. We at Indiatourpackages.co.uk offers you a variety of holiday packages for Golden triangle tour India with the combination of other popular tourist destinations like Goa, Varanasi, Khajurao etc, so that you can explore the magnificence of incredible India. Visit the site and choose the best holiday package for you and make your India tours more memorable.

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Luxury Train Tours in India - A Heartwarming Service For Visitors

2010-02-25T23:14:00.000-08:00

By Pradeep Kumar Sharma

India is the most sought after destination all over the globe where many lack globally tourists come to perambulate various gilded architectures, exquisite gardens, hill stations, artificial or natural lakes, etc. To perambulate each destination in India, several agents and travel agencies provide gratifying their services to the visitors. Tourists have lots of tour packages to opt for like monuments tour, honeymoon tours, Taj Mahal tours, Rajasthan tours, etc. Luxury train tour is also one of them, perambulates several destinations of India.

There are many types of luxury trains which are known as Palace on Wheels, Fairy Queen Train, Deccan Odyssey, Heritage on Wheels, Royal Orient Train, The Golden Chariot, The Indian Maharaja Train and The Splendor of South. Palace on Wheels is the most sought after among the globally tourists with the intention of exploring the traditional culture, rugged hills, glamorous forts, havelis, palaces and the architectures of mughals, etc.

Palace on Wheels has popular destinations like Delhi - the political as well as national capital, Agra - Taj city & the capital of mughals, Jaipur - the pink city & the capital of royals, Jaisalmer - the golden city & famous for Jaisalmer fort and Thar Desert, Jodhpur - famous for Mehrangarh fort, Udaipur - the blue city & famous for artificial lakes, Sawai Madhopur, Bharatpur - well-known for bird sanctuary.

The tour of Palace on Wheels is for eight days and it commences from Wednesday to Wednesday from Delhi. In this Luxury Train Tours in India, tourists visit Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid, India Gate, Taj Mahal, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Pichola Lake and many more.

The specialty of the palace on wheels is that the homely service is offered to the visitors of this train. For night staying there is highly accommodation on board. To take breakfast, lunch and dinner, delicious as well as lip smacking dishes are served to the borrowers. This is because this train tour provides a lifetime experience of India journey in pleasing ambiance. So, whenever you have inclination to perambulate royals and mughals architectures, don't forget palace on wheels.

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Beach Festivals in India

2010-02-21T21:43:00.000-08:00

By Mithi Dey

Thousand ideas dominate our thought-process, when we set on to talk about the vivacious India, its flourishing fairs and festivals. Endless celebration glitters in the country's catalog and one unavoidable chapter is the beach festival which, now-a-days has become the point of attraction, as far as travel and tourism is concerned. Beach festivals indicates the popularity of Indian beaches, the merriment there which uplifts the jazzing scenario of art, craft and culture.

Puri Beach Festival

The vast coastline in Puri unfurls the secret of joy. This popular beach, located 56 kms South of Bhubaneswar holds the many splendorous charms of Orissa and attracts visitors during the Puri Beach festival. This five-day event began on mid-November attracts a number of national and international communities. The festival presents a charismatic riots of the colorful classical and folk dance from all corners of the world and continuous to dazzle the tourist and art lovers until the show gets completed with the sand art and handicraft exhibition and a number of cultural programmes.

Brahmaputra Beach Festival

The mighty Brahmaputra, one of the major rivers in the North-Eastern region of India is also known as the place to Beach festival. This occasion jitters with holding the culture and tradition of Assam(the second largest state of the country) and usually coincides with the Magh Bihu festival of the state. The joyous Brahmaputra beach festival is organized every year, in the month of January and features the adventure of Boat Racing, organized by the Assam Boat Racing & Rowing Association, Guwahati. Beside the festival act as an ultimate time to enjoy the many water-sports like water rafting, canoeing, and wind surfing. Also the traditional programmes like kite-flying, egg breaking, cock fighting, exhibition and folk dance sum up to the festive aura.

Goa Beach Carnival

The fun and frolic in the Goa beaches receives a new height during the Goa Carnival. This non-stop three-day festival has been defining the Portugal life since time immemorial and is still churning out the extravaganza of the inhabiting Goans. The occasion highlights the tourist participants following the rhythm of hip-hop songs, street plays and cherishing the festive mood with exotic Goa cuisines. The flavor-full festival is celebrated annually, in the month of January and attracts visitors from all over the world.

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Tiger Reserves in India

2010-02-21T21:41:00.000-08:00

By Neha Verma

The tigers are the most majestic and the most powerful mammals on the earth. But it is also on the verge of being extinct. The tigers are the only animal which has been hunted heavily by the humans on the earth over the past few years. The population of tigers in the Indian sub continent has declined seriously over the past fifty years. Nepal is just having 200 tigers and India is having just 400 tigers in the past fifty years. As far as the tiger poaching is concerned the biggest criminal is China and Korea.

Tigers sightseeing is the most interactive activity in these days. The reasons for the tiger killings can be the smuggling of the tiger skin which is counted in the fashionable in the Tiger fur coat and rugs. Even after the warnings from the government the hunting and poaching is continuing. Still the efforts are continuing to preserve the tigers like the Project Tiger has been started in the year 1972 as the conservation program for saving the tiger. There are many such Tiger Reserves that works for the preservation for the tigers and they are as under:

Bandhavgarh National Park: The Bandhavgarh has been the most popular national parks of India. It has been located in the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh. The park is popular for the largest biodiversity. The density of the tiger at Bandhavgarh is one of the highest known in the country. The Bandhavgarh is rich in the flora and fauna and it has also taken taken steps to preserve the tigers. This has also been the major sight from where the white tigers from Rewa has been discovered.

Corbett National Park: The Corbett is situated on the foothills of the Himalays and is also rich in the flora and fauna. It has the immense population of the tigers, elephants and leopards. It has the variety of vegetation that is good to make the ideal habitat of the tiger and its prey. The Project Tiger was launched in 1973. This has been counted in the popular hunting ground for the Britishers and is having the area of 201 square kilometers.

Kanha National Park: The Kanha National Park has been located in the Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh which has been known as the national park as well as the Tiger Reserve and is extended over 1940 square kilometers. The interesting topography is the major highlight of the place. The park is full of rich vegetation like bamboo forest and Sal forest. It comprises of 175 variety of birds.

Ranthambore National Park: The Ranthambore National Park has been located on the foothills of Aravallis in the eastern Rajasthan. The landscape of the Ranthambore has been dotted with the banyan trees, dhok and pipal trees which is crisscrossed with the evergreen belts.

Sundarbans: This national park can be called as the most important tiger reserves for the Royal Bengal Tigers which covers the area of around 1330 square kilometers and is also having the mangrove forests. The Sundarbans is the home to more than the 400 tigers. The other incredible variety of reptiles that are king cobra, rock python, water monitor etc.

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Top 5 Places to Visit in India to Beat the Summer Heat

2010-02-21T21:39:00.001-08:00

By Rachel Morgen

India is a globally famous tourist destination. It appeals tourists from all over the world for fascinating India tours with lots of attractions like historical monuments, forts & palaces, heritage monuments, nature sites, exotic wildlife, hill stations, breathtaking beaches, pilgrimage sites, religious spots, historic cities and many more.

When coming on India tours during summer, it is especially considerable to choose a right destination to escape the scorching summer heat. There are many destinations which can be visited during summer. If you are coming in India during summer seasons, it is advisable that you should choose any of Indian hill stations to celebrate your vacation and enjoying tourism. Each part of this country has some of picturesque hill stations very popular among tourists and vacationers from all over the world due to their cool & cheerful climate.

In this article, I am putting short information about top 5 places to visit in India to beat the heat of summer.

1. Manali: Situated in the beautiful state of Himachal Pradesh, Manali is nestled in the lower Himalayas. It is a picturesque hill station and ancient town surrounded by snow-clad mountain peaks of majestic Himalayas. The city offers panoramic vista of Himalayan peaks covered with milky white snows. The city has an affluent orchard industry (especially apple orchards) creating soothing climate for vacationers and tourists. It is also a very popular destination of honeymooning couples or new wed couples with scenic, cool, cheerful and truly romantic ambiance. It is also favorite destination of adventure enthusiasts like campers, trekkers, etc.

Availability of a wide range of adventure & sport activities in and around the city attracts a big crowd of tourists and vacationers from all over the world. Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley offer some panoramic vista of snowline of Himalayas and provide opportunity to enjoy adventure & winter sport activities like river rafting, mountaineering, trekking, parasailing, skiing, heli-skiing, ice-skating, etc. Indeed, Manali is one of the best places to visit in India especially during the summer. The charm of magnetic Manali also can be enjoyed in winter season.

2. Ooty: Sometimes also known as the "Queen of the Hill Stations of South India", Ooty is one of the best places to visit to India especially during the summer. It is an excellent destination to escape the summer heat. Scenic landscapes, lovely lakes, gorgeous gardens, lush tea plantations, rich flora & fauna, etc make this hill town a favorite destination of India in summer. It is also a favored destination for honeymooning vacation.

3. Gulmarg: Situated in the picturesque Kashmir valley, Gulmarg is a valley retreat and popular hill station in the state of Jammu & Kashmir. It is basically a large meadow. Gulmarg also literally means "the Meadow of Flowers". Rolling meadow filled with numerous colorful flowers like Daisies, Bluebells and Buttercups is the attractions of Gulmarg visit. It is also a very popular destination of adventure enthusiasts and honeymooners as well. The beautiful hill & valley town of Gulmarg offers picturesque and spectacular sight of snow-covered mountain peaks of majestic Himalayas. I think it a best place to visit in India offering opportunity to sightseeing, nature tourism, adventure tourism and right ambiance for honeymooning vacation.

4. Munnar: Munnar is a picturesque hill station situated in the south Indian state of Kerala, God's Own Country. It is especially famous for plantations of tea, coffee, spice and rubber. The fragrance of tea and spice plantations enthralls tourists from all over the world. It is a very ideal place to visit in south India especially the summer season.

5. Nainital: It is one of the most charming & captivating hill stations with many lovely lakes. It is often described as the "Lake Paradise". In ancient times, the city was called the city of 60 lakes. With many lovely lakes, scenic surroundings, picturesque landscapes and cool & cheerful climate it is one of the most important places to see in India especially during the summer. The Nani Lake is the most famous lake in the town. Yachting, boating and paddling can be enjoyed on lovely lakes of Nainital.

If you are coming to visit India in other seasons, Taj Mahal tours and cultural tours of south India can be fascinating options. I will reveal more in my next article on other destinations of India which can be visited on all seasons.

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Places to Visit in North East India

2010-02-21T21:36:00.000-08:00

By Mithi Dey

The North Eastern States of India are marked with attractions, that pumps up the heartbeat of holidaymakers here. Ranging from adventure activities, hill-stations, wildlife, temples, gardens and museums, this mesmerizing part of the country has it all. Check out some major places of visit and plan a trip to your kind of destinations.

Kamakhya Temple
Located about 7 km from Guwahati, the getaway to North East India, Kamakhya temple is one of the major attractions here. It is situated at Nilachal Hill and has great historical and archaeological significance. The sacred temple is dedicated to Goddess Shakti(Kamakshya) and is one of the oldest Hindu pilgrimage destination in Assam.

Kaziranga National Park
The World Heritage Site, Kaziranga is popular for the conservation of endangered one-horned rhinoceros. It is situated at a distance of 200 km from Guwahati and sprawls over an area of 450 sq.km. The park also boast of as the abode to elephants and variety of Avifauna. The best time to explore the jungle is from October to April.

Shillong
Shillong or the Scotland of North East India is one of the unexplored hill-stations in the country. It is known for treasuring a number of falls like Crinoline Falls, Elephant Falls, Sweet Falls etc. Besides, a worthy watch lies in visiting Lady Hydari Park, Ward Lake, Butterfly Museum, Shillong Peak and Bara Bazar.

Tourist can also plan an excursion from Shillong to Cherrapunji(56 kms) and Mawsynram(55km) and explore the picturesque caves and cliffs.

Itanagar
The capital of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar is one of the must-visit places in North East India. The place is endowed to mesmerizing mountains and as such tourist also call the place a the land of Dawn lit Mountains. The historical Itafort, situated at the heart of the city, draws countless attentions. It is built of more then 80 lakh bricks, that measures about 16, 200 cubic meters in length. Other places of interest are Ganga Lake, Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Museum, Buddhist Monastery and Emporium.

Gangtok
Beholding the many colorful monasteries and pagoda-roofed houses, Gangtok is the capital city of Sikkim. The place has a number of tourist attraction, including Kanchenjunga National Park, Gezing, Jorethang, Khechepari Lake, Phodong Gompa, Yumthang Valley, Tsongo Lake, Rumtek Gompa etc that attracts Indians and foreigners all the year round. Apart from sightseeing, challengers can also enjoy trekking at Dzongri, Goecha La trek etc.

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Kovalam Beach India Travel

2010-02-21T21:32:00.000-08:00

By Mithi Dey

The sea shores of Kovalam in Kerala offer a blissful holiday to its beach lovers. It depict the golden miles that welcome the gentle waves and and the natural rays, all the year round. The best time to enjoy a beach vacation in Kovalam is from October to March, when swimmers, surfers and sun-bathers covers miles after miles and explore its scenic beauty.

Beach Activities in Kovalam, Kerala

Kovalam beholds three touristy beaches, namely- Samudra, Hawah and Lighthouse. All the three beaches are best places for hang out, particularly in the evening. A number of open-air cafes and pizzerias offers the cool ambiance to the visitors. They arrange deck-chairs, eatables and leisure activity for the sybarite and also organizes water-sports equipments for the adventure lovers.

Water sports in Kovalam beach in Kerala

Beach travel in Kovalam gets exciting with undertaking dozens of water-sports on Kovalam beaches.

The beach shacks and resorts, set up Hawah beach offers surfing boards and boating facilities to the adventurers. Visitors can also opt for boating offered by the local fishermen.

On visiting Thiruvallom, located 8 km from Kovalam temple, enthusiast can enjoy a boat ride on Kerala backwaters. The riding adventure is organized by Thiruvallom Boat Club, which further pave the way to Pozhikkara Beach. The spot offers the scenic view of Karamana and Parvathy Puthanaar river, that joins the great Arabian Sea.

Ayurveda on Kovalam Beach

The serene atmosphere of Samudra beach promotes Ayurveda in Kerala. The beach is one of the quietest beach in Kovalam and presents the place to get engaged in the vedic therapy. Apart from meditating on the beach, the ubiquitous Ayurveda is offered by centers, that has acquired a special Green Leaf and Olive Leaf certification. The Somatheeram Ayurvedic Beach Resort and Manaltheeram Ayurvedic Beach Village on Chowara beach(8 km south of Kovalam) is popular all over the world.

Accommodation in Kovalam

Beaches in Kovalam are dotted with places of stay, which suits visitors pocket. Leela Kempinski Kovalam Beach Resorts, Taj Green Cove Resort and Hotel Samudra are some elite accommodation option on Samudra beach. Holidaymakers can also opt for Hotel Neelakanta on Hawah beach, Marine Palace on Lighthouse beach and Somatheeram Ayurvedic Beach Resort in Chowara beach in Kovalam

How to reach Kovalam beach:

By Air
The nearest International Airport to Kovalam beach is at Thiruvananthapuram(19 km)

By Rail
Thiruvananthapuram Central, situated 13 kms away is the nearest railway station to Kovalam beaches

By Road
NH47 connects Kovalam with Alappuzha, Kollam, Kanyakumari, Thiruvananthapuram and other major tourist destinations in South India.

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North India Summer Vacation Holiday Tour

2010-02-17T22:39:00.000-08:00

By John K Anthony

Welcome holidays! The time is appropriate to pack your bag and set out for an exploration through the mountains of North East or the sandy deserts across Rajasthan. With the availability of several tour services across India, you can relieve yourself from the pain of running around for arranging travel and accommodation while looking for a way to relieve yourself from the hectic schedules. These travel agencies offer customized tour packages to natives as well as foreign tourists, who are curious to get a glimpse at the diversity in the cities and villages in India.

If you are heading towards North India, there are several options available to you to get a glimpse of the natural and cultural features of India. North India Tours packages are available from different travel agencies located in and around the national capital. The adventurous North East tours and the affordable Rajasthan holiday packages are just a few among them. Depending on the travel plans of their customers, these agencies offer different packages. The most popular North India holiday package is the Golden Triangle tour.

Golden Triangle covers the capital city of Delhi, the city of Agra and Jaipur in Rajasthan. Delhi is known for the historical monuments built during the Moghul Empire. Important destinations include Red Fort, Quitab Minar, Purana Quila, and many more that show the architectural excellence of the Moghuls.

Agra is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal, a mesmerizing creation by another Moghul Emperor, Shah Jahan. The city attracts millions of tourists, both native and foreign. Built on the bank of the prestigious Yamuna River, Taj Mahal stands as a symbol of India's pride.

Rajasthan Holiday Packages take you through the royal city of Jaipur, a city thriving with festivities surrounding the royal palaces. Rajasthan is teeming with cultural richness. Traditional music and dance are part of the lives of Rajasthanis. When you move towards the villages, you will realize that soul of India resides in these villages. The pink turbans of the village men and the chattering of the village girls moving in a line with pots on their head create mixed emotions in the minds of an outsider.

India tours are managed by professional tour agencies, including luxury vacation operator India, operating from different cities. They assist tourists with all services, from travel booking to providing accommodation. They offer competitive services at affordable prices. With these services available to you, there is no better way to make your summer holidays enjoyable.

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South India Tours and Travels

2010-02-16T23:37:00.000-08:00

By Rajesh Kumar Sinha

South India is one of the most favored tours and travel destinations of India that is endowed with superb beauty of nature, rich culture and traditions, pristine palm fringed beaches and many other fascinating tourist attractions. Encircle by the beautiful states like Kerala, Pondicherry, Chennai, Andaman and Nicobar Island, Lakshadweep, Tamilnadu, etc India is worth travelling to enjoy memorable vacation in India. South India is also known as the melting pot as many rich culture, tradition, colorful fairs and festivals blossom at the same time. Nestled in the south Kerala is the most preferred tours and travel destination that is endowed with the superb beauty of nature and appealing tourist attractions. Every year thousands and hundred of vacationers, honeymooners, holidayers, travellers and nature lovers come to India to enjoy memorable holiday vacation staying in the lap of Mother Nature.

Each and every travel destination of south India has their own specialties that offer tourists to enjoy their vacation in a memorable way. During India tours one can enjoy their holiday vacation along the pristine beaches which offer you memorable tours experience. South of India is gifted with some of the finest beaches in the world which are endowed with lively environment, fun filled events and many great beach activities can be enthusiastically enjoyed. Tourists can enjoy the wind surfing, motorboat race, swimming and many other adventure water sports can be enjoyed along the pristine beaches.

Temples, forts, palaces and ruins are the stunning architectural structures. During trip of India tours offer tourists to explore the art and unbelievable architecture of the temples that were build in the medieval era, some even dating back to B.C. Tourists can take tour to the most favored Meenakshi temple, Kanchipuram temple, Mahabalipuram, Rameshwaram, Murugan temple and Kanyakumari. Sabarimala temple and Guruvayoor temple are some of the famous temples and tourist destinations of Kerala God's Own Country. A trip to Badami Cave Temple of Karnataka, Tirupati Tirumala Balaji Temple and Thousand Pillars temple of Andhra Pradesh is must during the India temple tours.

South India is also well known for its exotic wildlife parks and sanctuaries, colorful fairs and festivals, picturesque hill stations and bounties of natural beauty. Backwaters of Kerala appeal tourists from each end every corner of the world for tours and travels in the India. The spell binding cruise over the pristine backwater sailing in the houseboat cast magical spell on the tourists. Even the sternest tourists cannot keep away from taking delights in backwater cruise.

South India has its own unique cuisines to serve to the tourist coming for tours and travels. Prepared in rich spice the mouthwatering cuisines work wonderfully on the taste buds offering great taste of food to enjoy. Crispy banana chips, cookies, snacks, all are worth to taste while on the trip. Well if you are planning for tours and travels in south India you are heartily welcome. Choose any package from the several Southern India travel packages available with the travel agent and enjoy delightful and memorable tour of South India. Cheers and enjoy the tour and bring home golden memento to cherish the tour for lifetime.

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Explore the Grandeur of India With Luxury Tours

2010-02-16T23:35:00.001-08:00

By Anushka Roy

India has many popular tourist destinations like Golden Triangle which comprises of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra; Goa, Kovalam, Bangalore, Shimla, Ooty etc. The Indian Government has taken special care of some tourist destinations which have been identified for luxury tours. These destinations have excellent infrastructure and you can enjoy exotic Indian cuisines during your tour of these locations. You can enjoy luxury India tour though three luxury trains. These trains are:

The Palace on Wheels, The Fairy Queen and The Deccan Odyssey

Let us discuss the tours of these trains in more detail. The Palace on Wheels will take you to all tourist destinations of Rajasthan. The state has several magnificent forts and its colorful havelis and bazaars are admired a lot by the discerning travelers. The Palace on Wheels has 08 days tour and the train starts from Delhi. It has 14 saloons with attached bath and showers. Each saloon has a saloon captain to provide you personalized service and there is also sound system, games for children, lounge bar, souvenir and well stocked bar that serves scotch, wine and cocktails. The train will take you to the sightseeing of Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Wind, Amber Fort, Jaisalmer, Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur and Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.

Fairy Queen has a comparatively short 2 days long tour. The train takes you on a round trip of Delhi to Alwar (Rajasthan). It provides you an excellent weekend opportunity to have a short luxury tour. The train has got special mention in the Guinness Book of World Records for being the oldest running steam locomotive train in the world. After sightseeing of picturesque Alwar city, the guests are taken to Sariska Tiger Reserve for an overnight stay. You will be provided lunch on board and Jeep Safari as part of your tour package.

You may enjoy your incredible India tour with one more luxury train - The Deccan Odyssey. The train provides you 08 days long luxury India tour package. It starts from Mumbai, takes you through Jaigadh, Ratangiri, Sindhudurg, Goa, Pune, Aurangabad, Ajanta, Nasik and terminates back at CST Terminus in Mumbai. The train has 21 saloons, two Presidential Suites, 2 coupes, lounge, spa car, attached toilets, luggage store and separate suite cars for those guests who love to smoke. There are also facilities for music, television, money exchange, massage, beauty parlor and business center.

Some more attractions of incredible India tours include hill stations of Shimla, Manali and Kullu, backwaters of Kerala, sun kissed beaches of Goa, temples of Khajuraho and Ranakpur, wildlife sanctuaries of Kanha, Corbett, Gir, Bandhavgarh and Sariska, Dal lake in Kashmir, Ajanta and Ellora caves, Taj Mahal in Agra and Lakshadweep islands. No matter whether you opt to go for luxury tour or incredible India tour, the scenic beauty of India will leave you simply spell bound.

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India Tourism - Ensure For a Unique Tourism Experience

2010-02-15T23:23:00.000-08:00

By Chetan Shrivastava

India is a beautiful country and one of the most popular tourism destinations in South Asia. It appeals tourists from all over the world and provides them unique tourism experience to cherish for lifetime. There are a number of tourism options available in India which can be cherished by tourists on their vacations in India. The country is wildly acclaimed for its unique geographical and cultural features. Perhaps it is unique geography and culture which have made this country a predominant tourist destination on the map of tourism in the world. The country has right tourism potential and copious tourist places & attractions to captivate all kinds of tourists through out the entire globe. Tourism in India has countless options which can be relished by tourists on their vacation in the country. Cultural, heritage, adventure, wildlife, pilgrimage, beach, backwater, nature, medical, and monsoon tourism are popular tourism options available in India which enthralls tourists from all over the world.

It is said that a country is well recognized by its culture and tradition. And, the country has rich culture, ancient civilization, glorious history and fascinating tradition which appeal tourists and yes never fail to steal their heart and grab their attention. There are several cultural heritage monuments in the country which are the major attraction of awe-inspiring tourism in India. Taj Mahal, Red Fort & Fatehpur Sikri in Agra; Red Fort, Qutub Minar & Humayun's Tomb in Delhi; Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves & Elephanta Caves in Maharashtra; Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya; Khajuraho Temple Complex in Madhya Pradesh; Konark Sun Temple in Orissa; Mahabalipuram Groups of Monuments in Tamil Nadu; Hampi Groups of Monuments in Karnataka; Basilica of Bom Jesus and other churches of Goa; etc are UNESCO World Heritage monument attractions in India. These all are considered to be the star attractions of tourism in India. These depict rich cultural heritage of the country and appeal tourists from all over the world for India tours and travels.

Rich culture and tradition of India also can be observed in important fairs & festivals of India. There are many fairs & festivals celebrated in India which promote India tourism and appeal tourists from all over the world. Pushkar Fairs, Kite Festivals, Khajuraho Festivals, Rajgir Mahotsav, etc have great tourism potential. Besides culture and cultural heritage monuments India is also known for its rich flora and fauna and many picturesque nature sites. Breathtaking beaches, serene & scenic backwaters, beautiful landscapes of Kashmir, verdant hill stations, national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, towering mountain peaks, snow-clad landscapes, desert & sand dunes, pilgrimage centres, magnificent forts & palaces, etc are prime assets of India tourism. These all are able to enthrall tourists looking for something extra on their vacations in India.

Goa, Kerala, Rajasthan, Kerala, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi, Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, etc are popular tourist states in India having lots of tourist places and destinations contributing immense in the boom of tourism in the country. New Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Udaipur, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Darjeeling, Kashmir, Ooty, Munnar, Periyar, Kumarakom, Chennai, Cochin, Bangalore, Mumbai, Aurangabad, Goa, etc are popular places to visit India. These destinations have lots of attractions of tourist interest and never fail to impress them with awe-inspiring charm. Well, if you to want enjoy the awesome charm of tourism, choose a right India tourism package and treasure unique tourism experience to relish for lifetime.

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Highlights of India Tourism Package

2010-02-15T23:19:00.000-08:00

By Chetan Shrivastava

India is one of the most beautiful countries preferred by hundred and thousands of tourists for tours and travels. It is endowed with cultural and heritage attractions, beautiful hill stations, pristine palm fringed beaches, picturesque beaches, pilgrimage destinations, snow capped mountains peak, beguiling rivers, romantic waterfalls, heritage hotels and many other great tourism attraction. In this beautiful state tourists can have lots of fun, frolic and enjoy the happening events. Touring in India will truly be made delightful and memorable by the tailor India tours package offered by the travel and tour operators of India. Some of the major highlights of package tour of India are:

Heritage Tour

India is globally famous for its cultural and heritage attraction that appeals tourists from all over the world for tours and travels. In this country there are several places which are famous of the heritage and rich culture. Agra Fort, Taj Mahal, Khajuraho, Konark Sun Temple, Palaces on Wheels, Tirupati Balaji, Red Fort, Ayurveda, Diwali, Dusshera, etc are some of the popular attraction of cultural heritage of India. In this country there are several heritage destinations in India which are well known for their great artistic beauty and rich culture. Rajasthan, Agra, Delhi, Khajuraho, Bhopal, Orchha, Sanchi, Nalanda, Bodh Gay, Varanasi, etc are globally famous of their rich and cultural heritage attractions.

Beaches of India

India is also famous for its beach destinations which are fringed by the swaying coconut trees. Gifted with some of the finest beaches in the world, beach of India creates amiable ambiance to enjoy delightful vacation in the most delightful and memorable way. Kerala, Goa, Karnataka, Gujarat, Karnataka, Orissa, Mumbai are some the famous beaches of India. It is the ideal destination of tourists, vacationers, nature lovers, honeymooners, water sports lovers and many others. Tourists can also enjoy fun filled activities along the pristine beaches which will offer them with unforgettable memories to cherish their tour throughout their lifetime.

Hill Stations of India

No where else in the world you will find the hill station so lovely and romantic as India have. In this country there are several picturesque hill stations that are the preferred destinations of the nature lovers, honeymooners, travellers and many others. Perfectly decorated with the beauty of nature the lovely hill station creates amiable ambiance to enjoy vacation in the most memorable and delightful way.

Wildlife of India

India is globally famous for its rich and exotic wildlife parks and sanctuaries. In this country there are around 90 national parks and 500 wildlife sanctuaries which are the safe home of varied wildlife species, birds and rarest of rare wildlife creatures. Wildlife lovers and adventure seekers from all over the world come to India especially to view tigers. Tourists can delightfully enjoy jungle safari in the wildlife parks and sanctuaries of India and catch the view of some the varied wildlife animals in their natural home.

Beside there are several other captivating tourists attraction in the beautiful country India. Ayurveda spa and resorts, world class accommodation, traditional villages, picturesque backwaters, adventure and sports, delicious cuisines, etc also helps in the boom of Indian tourism. Well if you are planning of a vacation in India you are most welcome. You can enjoy the tours and travels to different parts of India by booking any India tourism package of your choice. Tour operators of India offer various tailor made tours package to the tourists to make their tour in India delightful and memorable. Most of the tourists coming to India book Rajasthan tour package or first timers mostly prefer Golden triangle tour package. With whatever package you travel in India your tour to India will truly be the lifetime experience.

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Top Ten Places To Visit In Karnataka, South India

2010-02-15T15:41:00.000-08:00

By Lakshmi Menon

Karnataka, one of the southern states in Indian Peninsula, is gifted with abundant natural beauty and glorious monuments, built by the earlier mighty rulers like Vijayanagar empire, Hoysala dynasty, Chalukyas etc. Tourists are attracted from all over the world to this enchanting land to admire the rare beauty of these ancient monuments and the natural beauty. Karnataka also has wild life sanctuaries and beautiful waterfalls. Though there are many interesting places in Karnataka, only just ten top places are given below -

1. Bangalore

The bustling city is the capital of Karnataka, and also the fastest growing cosmopolitan city in Asia. It was known as Pensioners' Paradise, and City of Gardens, but now it is more known as the Cyber City, and Silicon Valley of India. Blessed with salubrious climate, gardens, parks, natural lakes, architectural landmarks, shopping malls, best restaurants and pubs, Western and Indian music concerts, Bangalore is a tourist paradise.

2. Mysore

The Imperial city of Palaces lies 140 kms away from Bangalore. Mysore is also blessed with excellent climate and rich heritage, magnificent palaces, beautifully laid out gardens, and zoo.

3. Mangalore

Mangalore is a beautiful scenic city, abundant with lush green surroundings, narrow winding

streets, lofty coconut trees, unique tile-roofed houses, beautiful beaches, ancient temples and churches, located 357km west of Bangalore.

4. Madikere

This picturesque, charming town is situated at an elevation of 5000 ft above sea level, offering you breathtaking views. Madikere is the headquarters of Kodagu (Coorg), called as Scotland of India. Kodagu is one of the most beautiful hill stations in India, and also produces some of the world's best coffee, honey and spices.

5. Hampi

Located 350 kms away from Bangalore, Hampi was the capital of famous Vijayanagar Empire, who ruled South India from 14th to 16th century AD. After the destruction by the invaders, what remains today is the ruins of Hampi, scattered about 26 sq.km in area, amidst giant boulders and vegetation, silently telling the stories of the glorious period of their rule. Hampi ruins, a world heritage site today, is packed with giant temples, palaces, market streets, aquatic structures , fortifications and an abundance of other ancient monuments.

6. Belur-Halebid

Located 220 kms from Bangalore, on the banks of river Yagachi, in Hassan District, Belur was once the capital city of the Hoysala dynasty, who ruled Karnataka during 11th and 12th centuries. They constructed the beautiful star shaped Chennakeshava temple at Belur, which took 103 years and 3 generations to complete the task. 16 kms away lies Halebid, which is also famous for its magnificent temples, set up on raised platform. Halebid was their earlier capital during 12th and 13th centuries AD, when it was known as Dwarasamudra. Even after 87 years of laborious work, the task was never completed at Halebid. One can spend days together admiring the beauty of these architecture marvels.

7. Shravanabelagola

Located 147 kms from Bangalore and 83 kms from Mysore at Hassan District, Shravanabelagola is one of the most popular Jain pilgrim centers . Shravanabelagola is wedged between Vindhyagiri and Chandragiri hills. A giant monolithic statue (58 ft) of Bhagawan Bahubali (Lord Gomaetheswara), said to be the world's largest monolithic statue, is standing on the Vindhyagiri hills as a monument of peace.

8. Badami

This historic town is famous for the cave temples built by Chalukya kings, who ruled Deccan in 6th and 7th centuries and Badami was their capital. Among the rock-cut and structural monuments, the most richly decorated are the cave temples, which are carved into the cliff on the southern side. There are four such cave temples in Badami. The natural surroundings enhance the aesthetic appeal of these cave temples.

9. Pattadakkal

The sacred complex at Pattadakal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is situated on the banks of the River Malprabha. Pattadakal is famous for its 8th-century temples, built by Chalukya kings during their reign. These are built in the combination of North Indian and South Indian styles.

10. Bijapur

Located 530 kms from Bangalore, Bijapur is famous for the historical monuments like Gol Gumbaz, which is the second largest tomb in the world. In the circular balcony of Gol Gumbaz, visitors can witness its greatest marvel. There are more monuments in Bijapur, such as Jumma Masjid, Ibrahim Roza etc. Bijapur was the capital of Adil Shahi dynasty who ruled this land during 13th century.

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Religious Tourism - Jain Temples Of India

2010-02-15T15:35:00.000-08:00

By Michael Russell

The largest Jain temple of India is Adinath Jain Temple located in Ranakpur, near Udaipur, Rajasthan. Built in the 15th century, it is also one of the most beautiful Jain temples. The most remarkable aspect of this temple is the wonderful play of shadow and light on nearly 1,500 pillars. The beauty of the pillars is that each pillar is different from the other in design. The color of the pillars change from gold to pale blue as the sun shifts through the day.

Shri Shatrunjay Tirth is located in Palitana, approximately 280 kilometers from Ahmedabad in Gujarat. This tirth (pilgrimage) is known as the eternal tirth. It has a nearly 216 centimeters high, white-colored and brightly shining idol of Bhagwan Adishvar with a serene and peaceful face and is in the Padmasana (a yoga posture). The Temple has been renovated 16 times. The Temple is a climb of 3950 steps up the Shetrunjaya Hill. Beware, it is no mean feat. Climbing a 3.5 kilometer shadeless stretch in the heat needs some strength; you can neither eat food nor carry it on the way. The descent must begin before evening. There are hundreds of temples on the hill. Some of the temples were built around the 11th century. It must have taken some effort by the non-violent Jain community to perform the mammoth task of clearing the crest of the hill and levelling and fortifying most of the temples, and it took a long time. Till today it is a puzzle as to how the large marble stones were carried to the top when there were no modern machines available. The summit is one of the most revered. Such is the sanctity that climbing the top of the mountain at least once in his lifetime is every Jain's dream.

Dilwara temple is located in Mount Abut, Rajasthan. The world famous marble temples are a group of 5 temples. They have an unbelievable design and accuracy of workmanship. Vimal Vasahi (Shri Adinathji temple), Luna Vasahi (Shri Neminathji temple), Pithalhar (Shri Rishabh Deoji temple), Khartar Vasahi (Shri Parshavnathji temple) and Mahavir Swami (Shri Mahavir Swamiji temple). The shrines were constructed in various centuries. Shri Adinathji and Shri Neminathji temple are built wholly from white marble. Life stories of various Jain Thirthankaras and scenes from Jain and Hindu mythology are depicted in the design of the temples and no design is repeated - a proof of the brilliance of the architects.

Pawapuri Tirth is situated 90 kilometers from Patna in Bihar. It is believed that it is the ultimate and all sin ends here for a devout Jain. Lord Mahavir, the last of the Tirthankars and founder of Jainism, breathed his last at this place and was cremated here around 500 B.C.

Jain temples in Jamnagar are located in the state of Gujarat. Vardhaman Shah's temple, Raisi Shah's Temple, Sheth's Temple and Vasupujya Swami's Temple are the various Jain temples in Jamnagar. Besides these, there are sixteen other temples.

Shri Mahudi Tirth is located in Mehsana district of Gujarat. It has a 53 centimeters high, white-colored idol of Bhagwan Padmaprabh in the Padmasana (a yoga posture). It is believed that this place is 2000 years old. An ancient idol of Ghantakarna Mahavir was installed in the temple here by the Acharyadev Buddhisagarsurisvarji. The idol of Ghantakarna Mahvir is very miraculous. In his previous birth, Ghantakarna Mahavirdev was a Kshatriya king named Tungabhadra. He protected religious people, caste and virtuous women and unmarried girls from robbers. He used a bow and arrows. His idol, therefore, has a bow and an arrow.

Shri Samet Shikhar Tirth is located in Giridih district of Bihar. It has a 92 centimeters high, black-colored idol of Bhagwan Parshvanath (Bhagwan Shamaliya Parshvanath) in the Padmasana posture. It is at 4450 feet above see level. It was known also as Samet Shail, Sametachal and many others. Many Thirthankaras attained salvation here. Since this is a land of penance and salvation of many Thirthankaras, each and every particle of this land is holy. Even the mere touch purifies the human birth and a pilgrimage removes all paap (sin) and grants punya (religious merit).

Rikhabdev Jain Temple is situated 40 kilometers from Udaipur in Rajasthan. It is dedicated to Lord Rikhabdev (aka Kesariyaji), the first Jain Tirthankara. It belongs to the Svetambara sect of the Jainism. A large procession of the Lord proceeds to the temple of Pagliyaji (2 kilometers away) in the month of March/April on the birthday of Lord Rikhabdev. It is also called Kalaji (black) by the tribal people due to the black color of the idol. It is believed that Ravana had carried this idol to Ceylon (presently Sri Lanka) but Lord Rama brought it back after his conquest. Such is the influence of the idol that pilgrims, whose wishes have been granted, smear the idol with kesar (saffron) often equal to the weight of the child born.

Shri Mahavirji Jain Temple is 110 kilometers from Sawai Madhopur in Rajasthan. It is one of the holiest Jain temples in Rajasthan, situated on the banks of the river Gambhir, built in honor of Lord Mahavir - the 24th Jain saint. This temple is a combination of ancient and modern Jain architecture unlike other ancient Jain temples, which are highly ornamented and richly carved. It is constructed with white sandstone and the spires are visible from all around. Like most Jain temples, this one too is a complex of smaller temples. The biggest draw is the huge statue of Shantinath, which stands 32 feet high. The well-illuminated temple is a splendid sight to view at night. Nakoda Jain Temple is 135 km from Barmer in Rajasthan. The town of Nakoda was built in the 12th or the 13th century on the slope of a hill called Nagar Ki Bhakarian. The biggest and most impressive of the Jain Temples in the town is the Parshvanath Temple. The town of Nakoda has the only other temple of Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe according to the Hindu mythology, besides the one at Pushkar, also in Rajasthan.

Deogarh Jain Temple is 123 km from Jhansi in Deogarh, Madhya Pradesh. Dashavatar Temple is a fine Lord Vishnu temple at Deogarh. It has a terraced basement above the high temple plinth and is adorned with a continuous row of sculptured panels.

Shri Rishbhanchal Tirth is at Vardhmanpuram in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. It has a 4.5 foot high, white-colored idol of Bhagwan Rishbhnathji in Padmasana posture. It is a large temple and is popular as a center of meditation, yoga and worship. The foundation stone of this temple was laid down by The President of India in 1991. The name of Rishbhanchal is related to Lord Rishabhdevji, the first Tirthankar of Jainism.

Shitalnath Jain Temple is in Calcutta, West Bengal. It was built in 1867. It is dedicated to Sri Shitalnath, whose name literally means the "lord and protector of aquatics".

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Golden Triangle & Kite Flying Tour in India - Famous Tourist Attraction of India

2010-02-15T15:31:00.000-08:00

By Devendra Sharma

India is one of the most charming, attractive and beautiful countries that provide traveler's ultimate paradise. In India you can explore many cities and places to visit like Home to mighty rivers, dense forests, snow clad mountain ranges, balmy backwaters and sun-kissed beaches as well as historical sites, hill stations and quaint countryside, the country can leave you in wondrous awe. India is fulfill of many naturally things like Indian Cities, Villages, Monuments, Ruins, Hill Stations, Havelies and many more thing. If you are planning to visit India or want to explore the beauty of India, choose golden triangle tour package as it is the best tour package which covers three beautiful cities - Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.

Firstly you visit Delhi. It is the capital of India. The city of Delhi provides the tourist forts to modern contemporary shopping malls, historical monuments and many mores. You can get to visit every possible attractions the beautiful and attractive city of Delhi. Here, you can explore many places to visit like Jama Masjid, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Akshardham Temple, and Bahai Temple. Ancient-historical places are Red Fort, India Gate, Raj ghat Humayun's tomb, Raj Path, Kutub Minar and Rashtra Pati Bhavan etc. Delhi is also known for its rich and colorful past that entails the story of bravery.

The next destination of visiting the lovely city is Agra. It is one of the most attractive cities. It is famous for the Taj Mahal that is the symbol of true love. The beautiful historical building was built by shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz mahal. The Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. In the city of Agra, you can explore many places to visit like The Taj Mahal, Fathpur Sikari, Agra Red Fort, Aidmad Daula, Sikandra, etc. Agra is the wonderful and charming city for visiting purpose.

After visiting the both cities (Delhi and Agra), the next destination of your tour package is Jaipur which is known as pink city also because the monuments of Jaipur are made of red stones. The city of Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan that is surrounded way sands. Here, you can visit many places Like Jaipur Quila (The Red Fort), Hawa Mahal (The Palace of Winds), Jantar - Mantar, The City Square and Palace and Albert Hall Museums, etc. the golden triangle tour packages give you a golden chance to get memorable days.

With golden triangle tour, you can enjoy kite flying tour also. Makar Sankranti on 14th of January is when the sport of kite flying is almost rife. Golden Triangle with Kite Flying is one of the most famous festivals in Jaipur. The day of Maker Sankranti makes the official day for flying kites in Jaipur. Peoples keep flying kites the whole day and that day the sky seems next to invisible as countless kites cover it. Many peoples enjoy loud music food on the terrace itself. In festival of kites, peoples make their group and fly kites. While flying the kites many people shout loudly their terrace as adversary's kite is cut down. That day the sky looks very beautiful.

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Useful Information For India Tours and India Tourism

2010-02-15T15:28:00.000-08:00

By George Lucy

The tourism industry is one of the most well nurtured industries of India. India is not just a set of tourist destinations rather it is a completely different experience in itself. It is so because of the cultural, linguistic and ethnic diversity along with the inherent unity is one of the most unique features of this part of the Indian subcontinent. Moreover, the tourists do feel that they too have started transforming due to the scintillating aura of the country and the pristine ambience of this land. India is different and one must visit the land in order to sense what is written over here about it. The snow clad Himalayas, the sandy deserts of Rajasthan, the western and eastern coasts touched by the blue waters of Arabian sea and the Bay of Bengal, the Southernmost points touched by the gushing Indian ocean and the hospitality of Indians is a real magnet that does attract tourists throughout the year.

There are tour packages tailor made to suit the interests of various types of tourists that visit this piece of land with different motives, likes and dislikes. Some love the hilly regions while others love getting tanned at the beaches. Some appreciate purchasing trinkets and memorabilia while others want deep spiritual experiences at retreats or rejuvenation at the spas that provide Ayurvedic massage and Shiatsu. Different people, different interests and hence India's tourism agencies and the ministry of tourism itself provide packages that will quench you to the maximum. The spectra of tourist locations and of course the facilities and cuisines in India are indeed vast and one will surely find their most suitable wavelength to resonate well here.

Glimpses of Rajasthan, Backwaters of Kerala, The Golden Triangle, Religious tours of North and South India, Wildlife tours to national parks like Kanha Kisli, Dachigam, Bharatpur, Gir, Kaziranga etc., special camel and elephant safaris, special trekking oriented tours, tours that are aimed at taking tourists to various places via special trains, tours intended towards giving rejuvenation therapy sessions to the tourists and the list is long enough to help the tourists select as well as visit the destinations.

The marketplaces all over India have many items that you would prefer to take back home as mementos of your visit to this magical and mystical land. The dance forms, art forms, handicraft, the people, the cuisine, the hospitality and culture of this land are sure to impress you. India is also famous for its herbs and spices that are used in the cuisine as well as for the therapies that are practiced indigenously over here. It would be appreciable to pick a few sachets of these items too from here.

The ministry of tourism of India has ensured that the tourists get maximum facilities and comfort while in India. The tourists are generally seen responding with the words " India is an incredible destination" most of the time. Yes, the land has the capability of putting you in a trance. So come on, India is eager to give you a warm welcome..

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Visit Shimla and Dharamsala to Visualize the True Beauty of India

2010-02-15T00:23:00.000-08:00

By Frank Luca

This article will provide information on how to travel to some of the most happening places of India. Travel to India is always exciting and fascinating but one should plan their journey well in advance by hiring the services of an India travel agent. One should know which places in India are popular and worth visiting. Some of the places which are attracting tourists all over the world include Kerela, Goa, Shimla, Kullu Manali, Dharamsala and many more.

How to travel Dharamsala?

Dharamsala is located in the northern part of India. This mountain town is famous for having the headquarters of the Tibetan Government-In-Exile and its leader, the Dalai Lama.If you have made up your mind to travel Dharamsala and include this place in your India tour package. The first step is to arrive in New Delhi, the capital of India. Then from there buy the ticket to Pathankot. You can hire cab to reach the Delhi's central train station.

After reaching Pathankot, find a taxi which can take you to Dharamsala. Mcleod Ganj may be the place to reach Dharamsala. In fact both the places are same town. Enjoy your stay at Dharamsala. The place is the center of Tibetan culture, home to several monasteries. Further you will find amazing hotels to make your stay comfortable and relaxing.

How to visit Shimla?

Now the next destination is Shimla where you can enjoy the cool weather. To reach Shimla first reach Delhi's central train station. Then buy a ticket to Kalka. The ticket will cost around $80, depending upon the comfort you have chosen. Then you can choose any transport medium to reach Shimla from there. On your way you will see several famous places which you can visit. Enjoy your stay at Shimla at the Mall road and at sunset.

So this information can be helpful to you if you are planning to travel India especially two above places. Both the places are known for their respective beauty and have the power to attract millions of tourists all across the world. However prior to your journey you must hire an Indian travel agency so that they can plan your journey and accommodation properly.

India is an amazing land with diverse cultures, traditions, landscapes and wildlife. Experience true fun and excitement at such an incredible land to make your holiday fabulous.

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Kerala Tourism - An Introduction

2010-02-13T20:43:00.000-08:00

By Vicks Thomas

Kerala is one of the best tourist destinations in India. It is visited by tourists from around the world. And beautiful and attractive, with exceptional beauty of nature that the plant can be more tourist heavy fall in love. Well, if you are looking for a destination blessed with nature, then the state of Kerala is the place for you. Visit and this condition is to make sure I would love to come back again and visit hit inspired by the beauty of nature.

Not anywhere in the world can enjoy the charm and remote areas, but in Kerala can enjoy delicious. One of the most important and witchcraft are in remote areas of the state of Kerala Tourism idol. In this case, there are some gaps in the destination you can enjoy delicious cruise barge. Kovalam, Alleppey, Kollam, Fort Kochi, Kumarakom are just some of the most beautiful destinations and charming stagnant state of Kerala. These gaps with attractive landscapes and historical sites are equipped with terribly Temple alien languages, and romantic waterfalls, emerald green rice fields and many other sites and charming inspiration awesome.

Kerala is famous for exotic flora and fauna, national parks and protected areas in the state of Kerala is known types of insurance on the house different from wild animals. The park's most famous nature reserves and India in the state of Kerala. Peppar nature reserves, nature reserves and protected areas Idduki Periyar, Silent Valley National Park, nature reserves Chen, Neyyar nature reserves and national parks, what are some of the famous Eravikulam national parks and sanctuaries of Kerala. To explore the tourists and nature lovers and lovers of nature, to enjoy a safari to the magic of delicious and exotic flora and fauna in the state of Kerala.

Kerala has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Ideal for water sports and leisure holiday, such as palm beaches attract tourists from all over the world travel to Kerala. Alappauzha Beach Bekal Beach, Bekal Beach, Marari Beach, Bypore Beach, Kappad Beach, Kovalam Beach, Varkala Beach, Cherai Beach is some of the best beaches of Kerala, is recognized internationally. It is the perfect destination for nature lovers and water sport enthusiasts, and many other adventurous tourists. Honeymoon on the beaches of Kerala has the atmosphere of heaven for couples celebrated as a romantic honeymoon.

Visit the popular resort of Munnar and the hills of the picturesque state of Kerala, which leaves the visitors with an attractive appearance to win. It is with tea, orange juice, coffee, and beautiful landscapes, waterfalls, playful, and so it is best equipped for the month of honey, nature lovers and tourists. Most couples in the world come to enjoy the holiday romantic holiday in Munnar. Do not forget to take a ride along the tea gardens, and ride the waves and the wind is cold, a wonderful image to display on the hills of Munnar, and more. Visit this beautiful hill station and forget how to take care of life. Other hill stations of Kerala Chembra peak Devikulam, Lakkidi with picturesque Ponmudi, a hill station, and is also very popular in the state of Kerala.

Well, if you plan to spend a holiday with kerala tourism in more than welcome. You can enjoy a book from the state of Kerala Packageof your choice of travel agents for holidays, and life journey, the experience of Kerala. Visit this country once and make sure to be repeated again and again for holidays in Kerala, God's country.

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A Vacation in South India

2010-02-13T20:41:00.001-08:00

By Lakshmi Menon

South India is a great place to spend a vacation. There are numerous interesting spots in this wonder land where one can enjoy a wonderful vacation. Some of them are a vacation at the lovely beaches, at magical backwaters, visiting beautiful hill stations and wonderful monuments, enjoying the beauty of heritage sites of temples, engrossing in a wildlife tour and revitalizing in an ayurvedic resort.

Whether it is for honeymoon, or just for a leisure holiday South India is a wonderful place to spend a memorable vacation. The South Indian States are Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Andhra Pradesh has a long stretch of nearly 1000-kms of naturally enriched coastline with scenic beaches. Karnataka has 320-kms long coastline with a picture perfect world of fascinating palm-fringed beaches.The beaches of Tamil Nadu, the southern most state of India have got a charm of their own and also has a credit of having the second longest beach in the world.

Kerala, the greenest state of India, has 900-kms long coastline with sandy beaches, rocky promontories and coconut palms that attract lot of tourists from all over the world. These beaches are renowned for the gentle and blue waters, making a beach vacation exciting. Goa is another great beach destination with 100 kms long coastline, for any beach lover.

South India has enchanting hill stations to spend a delightful summer vacation in all the four states.

Some of them are Munnar (Kerala), Coorg (Karnataka), Ooty (Tamil Nadu) and Horsely Hill (Andhra Pradesh).

This charming land, Destination South India, also offers great heritage sites to enjoy amazing sculptures of Indian temples created by highly skilled artisans, which are centuries old.

The backwaters of South India are yet another great tourist attraction in this captivating land.

South India is also a land of temples. You can find numerous temples with remarkable carvings in every state. This delightful land is also dotted with churches, mosques and jain temples.

Those who love to spend a cultural holiday this marvelous land is a place for consideration. You can find various cultures in this greeny land.

South India's place in Medical Tourism is also not at the back. There are specialty hospitals, clinics

and health centers that can compete with the best healthcare facilities available in the world. Kerala's Ayurveda treatments and massages are world famous.

Apart from the above, this alluring land is also famous for ecotourism and spiritual tourism.

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Relish North India Tourism With Dharamshala Tour Guide

2010-02-12T22:40:00.000-08:00

By Sanjog KR

Seeking scenic beauty, calmness and serenity? Picturesque Dharamshala in the Kangra valley of Himachal Pradesh is the right place to be. Dharamshala tour offers stunning views of high pine trees, tea gardens, wooded hills, sparkling streams and Dhauladhar Himalayan ranges. Travel to Dharamshala and you will come across cool healthy atmosphere, pristine beauty, colourful markets and a perfect blend of Tibetan culture & tradition with colonial lifestyle & British fervor.

Prominent Attractions

Despite of being a Buddhist centre, Dharamshala has it all when it comes to relaxing vacations.

McLeodganj

This picturesque Tibetan settlement, located at a distance of 9 km, is popular for its colourful and lively market areas. The shops can be seen loaded with carpets, handicrafts and delicious Tibetan food.

Norbulinka Institute

Located at a distance of 4 km from the city centre, this institute was set up to preserve ancient Tibetan arts that mainly include wooden carvings and tangka paintings.

War Memorial

Built in the memory of the brave India soldiers who gave there lives to protect our country in various post-independence wars, this memorial is located at the very entrance of the town. Guests can spend some quality time at the cafes near War memorial, and relish authentic Tibetan and Indian fast foods.

Bhagsunath

Located at a distance of about 11 km from the town, Bhagsunath is frequented for its highly revered temple and picturesque waterfall.

Dharamkot

This renowned view point is located at 11 km from Dharamshala and offers panoramic views of the entire Kangra valley and the Dhauladhar peaks.

Dal Lake

This serene and enchanting lake is also located at 11 km from the town and is favourite among all the nature lovers and adventure freaks. Surrounded by deodar trees, it serves as a wonderful family picnic destination. Moreover, it offers a base for the trekkers.

St. John's Church

Located in the forest between Mcleod Ganj and Forsyth Ganj, at a distance of 8 km from Dharamshala, the church is dedicated to Lord Elgin, one of the viceroys of India.

Adventure Activities

Being a wonderful hill station, Dharamshala is a heaven for adventure enthusiasts. One can indulge in activities like trekking, rock climbing, angling and fishing.

Shopping

Colourful markets can be seen loaded with Tibetan rugs and handicraft products including wood and metal crafts.

North India tourism offers a wide range of theme based tours to its guests. Dharamshala tour guide is full of such attractions that you will rarely find anywhere in the world. It occupies a prized place in incredible north India.

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Medical Tourism in India - Save Money and Get a Free Holiday!

2010-02-12T22:38:00.000-08:00

By Stephen Todd

Medical tourism is the provision of competitively priced private medical care in collaboration with the tourism industry.

Patients can travel to India for surgery and other forms of healthcare and pay less than patients who stay in their own country.

Other highly attractive benefits include: The opportunity for patients to avoid long waiting lists and with the savings they make, get a holiday included in the package.

Medical tourists are an expanding group and one of the leaders in the field is India.

The Growth of Medical Tourism in India

India's healthcare industry is already growing at 30 per cent annually. The area has shown such growth potential that Indian finance minister Jaswant Singh, called recently for India to become a "global health destination." His enthusiasm for making medical tourism in India a major foreign exchange revenue earner has broad based support among local government and industry.

The ministry of tourism has shown interest, but so to have the various state tourism boards and the private sector consisting of travel agents, tour operators and hotel companies. All are looking at healthcare and medical tourism in India as an area with tremendous growth potential.

A newspaper article recently in "India Abroad," showed the potential for medical tourism, when it outlined a deal, where India could earn more than $1 billion annually and creates 40 million new jobs by sub-contracting work from the British National Health Service. The deal would have broad appeal. It would slash waiting times dramatically in the UK and create huge savings in time and money for patients.

The potential for medical tourism in India from the US and UK looks set for major growth, as India becomes a preferred destination for medical tourists from these countries.

Medical Tourism Competition

As more and more patients from nations with high Medicare costs look for medical tourism options, India has competition namely from Thailand, Singapore and other Asian countries. They have good hospitals, attractive climates and are established tourist destinations. While these countries with their advanced medical facilities and medical tourism options have been drawing overseas healthcare traffic, India is and looks set to, expand at a faster rate.

India's World Class Healthcare Facilities

Indian corporate hospitals are comparable to hospitals anywhere in the world. In fact, India offers world-class medical facilities that are comparable with the US or UK.

There is already a high concentration of expatriate Indian medical staff working in the US and UK, as well as many other countries. This gives patients confidence in the healthcare offered by India generally as they are already used to the expertise and professionalism of Indian medical staff. This is a major, but often overlooked factor in the growth of medical tourism in India.

Medical Tourism Costs

Medical tourism in India's main appeal is low-cost treatment. Most estimates claim treatment costs in India start at around a tenth of the price of comparable treatment in the US or UK and cover a wide spectrum of areas from, cosmetic surgery and major operations, to preventative screening.

Medical Tourism in India and the Holiday of a Lifetime

Of course, you can get hugely reduced healthcare in India, but medical tourists can also enjoy a holiday in a country that has a huge diversity of holiday options, from the beaches of Goa, to the mighty Himalayas, diverse wildlife and thousands of years of culture.

In conclusion, medical tourism in India is here to stay and looks set for spectacular growth.

More information about medical tourism in India and the cost savings possible is available on the web site: http://www.meddetour.com

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India Travel and Tourism - Uttarkhand Part One

2010-02-12T22:35:00.000-08:00

By Raveendran Kandathil

Uttarkhand State is one of the world's best hill stations, tourist and pilgrimage centers in India. The important places to visit in Uttkarkhand are: Almora, Mussoorie, Nainital, Chamba, Kanatal, Kausani, Auli and Vasuki Tal. Uttarkhand was carved out from the State of Uttar Pradesh and Dehradun is its capital. It lies at an altitude between 1600 m to 7817 m, above MSL. Dehradun is about 235 km from Delhi, and can be reached by road, rail and by air. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant, about 25 km away from the city. The best time to visit Dehradun is from April to August.

Surrounded by the majestic Himalayas, Shivaliks and sacred rivers Ganga and Yamuna, Dehradun is the gateway to fascinating locations like Haridwar, Rishikesh, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. The Doon School is one of the oldest land marks of the city.

Uttarkhand is blessed with innumerable lakes, sacred rivers, snow clad mountains, towering peaks, beautiful valleys and splendid flora and fauna. It has excellent facilities for skiing, river rafting, trekking and mountaineering. All these make it a tourist's paradise.

Chamba, Kanatal, Kausani and Kedarnath

Chamba (not Chamba of Himachal) is a small hill station, about 50 km from Mussoorie. Located at an altitude of 1600 m above MSL is an un-spoilt and very picturesque location. The beauty is more enhanced by pine tress, deodar and beautiful surroundings. It is an ideal location for relaxing and rejuvenating.

Kanatal is an important tourist center on the Champa - Mussoorie highway. It is located at an altitude of 8500 feet about MSL. Kanatal can be visited during summer as well as winter. However, December to February, people throng this place to enjoy the winter. The climate is very pleasant both in winter and summer as well.

Important place to visit are the Surkanda Devi temple, Tehri Dam and hill stations Dhanaulti and Mussorie. Shivpuri, the river rafter's paradise is just 75 km from Kanatal.

Kausani is a very beautiful hill station and is known as the Switzwerland of India. It is located in the Kumaon region of Uttarkhand at an altitude of 1890 m above MSL. You can see the peaks Trishul and Nanda Devi very clearly from here.

You can reach Kausani by air, rod and rail. The nearest airport is at Pantnagar, about 180 km from the town. The nearest railway station is Kathgodam about 142 km away from the town. It is well connected by road with other hill stations viz. Almora, Ranikhet, Pithoragarh, Gwaldam and Nainital.

Important places to visit are the Pant Museum, Lakshmi Ashram, Pinakeshawar (about 20 km from Kausani located at an altitude of 9050 feet above MSL, there is a Shiva temple and you can also have a panoramic view of the valley). The famous Baijnath temple, which was built more than thousand years ago, located on the banks of river Gomti is another attraction.

Another important place to visit is Chaukori about 75 km from Kausani. You can have very close view of the snow clad peaks from here. In case you wish to over stay for the night, there is a tourist bungalow there.

If you are an ardent fan of trekking, Sudardoonga and Kafni glaciers, located in the Pindari glacier are the two ideal locations to visit. However, you need the help of experienced guides. The route is through Umla Jatoli village via Dhakudi, a camping point 35 km away. To reach Kafini, located at an altitude of 3800 m above MSL, you have to trek about 20 km from Dwali camp.

The ideal time to visit Kausani is between the months of April-June and September-November.

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Village Tourism in India

2010-02-11T20:54:00.000-08:00

By Meethi Dey

With beholding the beauty of rivers, lakes, hills, sea beaches, mountains, flower gardens, farming fields etc, villages in India attracts tourist from all parts of the world. Their charm compels one to take a vacation and relax some day away from the cacophony of urban life. According to the Census Report 2001, India is home to to about 638,691 villages.

Thatched huts, evergreen mustard/paddy fields, grazing cows and the aroma of local cuisines offers a bucolic style of living to tourist in Indian villages. The quality of life, cultural beliefs, traditional activities and occupations revives the pride of rural India. Both men and women are skillful in managing small-scale industries relating to production of handicraft, pickles, hand-crafted decor elements, fabric and sequined dress-materials

Traveling Rural Rajasthan

Many villages are located close to big cities and towns. A visit to the villages in Rajasthan will provide a close view of Rajasthani culture, that are outlined with the tradition built by the erstwhile Rajput rulers. Cultural folk dance, rich musics and puppet shows are USP(unique selling proposition), that enhance tourism in the state.

Churu, Barmer, Dausa, Dundlod, Nathadwara, Samode and Shekhawati are best locations to enjoy days in rural life-style. Travelers can pamper their taste-buds with traditional meals like makka ki roi, missi ki roti, daal, baati, churma, lehasan ki chutney. Besides, shopaholics can filly their kitty with collection of clay pottery, glitzy hand Bengals, colorful daris and soft toys, all prepared in Jyotisar village.

Other villages of tourist interest are:

-Banavasi village of Uttar Kannada
-Aranmula village of Kerala
-Ballavpur Danga Village of West Bengal
-Jyotisar village nearby the city of Kurukshetra
-Chaugan village in the Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh
-Hodka Village in the district of Kutch in Gujarat
-Naggar Village of Himachal Pradesh

Nepura village at Rajgir in Bihar

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Cultural Fiesta Through the Golden Triangle of India

2010-02-11T20:52:00.000-08:00

By Adiba Roshan Khan

Golden Triangle Tours are a true representation of North India Tourism and sets the crucial base for Indian tourism industry. Buzzing with arts, crafts and architecture, Agra, Delhi and Jaipur constitute a cultural fiesta sojourn highly relished by international tourists, especially first time travelers to India.

Millions of tourist from India and abroad opt for Golden Triangle vacations to gain an insight into the rich culture of three major cities of India. Delhi is the Capital of India and a bustling metropolis too. People from all over India and world come here for best education and career opportunities, medical facilities, business and corporate tours, and exciting holidays. With 2000 years of history to narrate, Delhi offers whirlwind ride of a multitude of historical sites that have made a mark of some kind at the national and international level.

The Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid, Red Fort, India Gate, Lotus Temple, and Akshardham Temple offer a rich architecture of different eras with Mughal and British influences being the most prominent. The rickshaw ride in the lanes of Chandni Chowk, rich museum art and relic collections, pleasurable shopping experiences at Janpath and Palika Bazaar, national and international events on a regular basis, art and performance shows, handicrafts from all over India at Dilli Haat and state government shops, and potent nightlife, Delhi is a perfect tourism destination in India.

The next stoppage on the Golden Triangle tourist circuit, Agra, is the largely influenced by the Mughals. Architectural marvels and great buildings at Agra include Taj Mahal, various palaces of Agra Fort, Sikandra, Fatehpur Sikri, and Swami Bagh. With Mathura and Vrindavan nearby, Agra is not untouched by the Brij region culture that revolves around Lord Krishna and His childhood antics. The Ram Baraat at Agra is taken out with quite pageantry and culminated at the chosen Janakpuri venue where the legendary marriage of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita is staged. Taj Mahotsav at Shilpgram is the life of Agra tourism. This 10-day long festival features classical song and dance performances as well as arts and crafts by world-renowned Indian artistes.

Jaipur's culture has much beyond its royal architectural heritage. Its cuisine, art, music, dance, and traditional customs are all influenced by domination of Rajput rulers in the region for centuries together. The handicrafts of Jaipur such as blue pottery, miniature paintings, bandhni fabrics, zari and zardozi work, kundan and meenakari work, antique jewellery designs, ivory and stone artwork, and woodcarvings are very famous. Vibrant colors and attires fire the imagination as one tours around Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Jal Mahal and Jantar Mantar that establish the magnificence and grandeur of the royalty of Rajasthan.

Heart pulse of India tours and travels, Golden Triangle cities have evolved into full-fledged tourist hubs with most exclusive resorts, hotels and spas of leading major hospitality brands, registered tour operators and tourist guides, car rental and transport services with expert chauffeurs and language interpreters for elite tourists looking forward to be assistance and interaction with someone who can speak their own language. Thus, a Golden Triangle Tour is ideal for a quick study of Indian culture, cuisine and lifestyle.

Adiba Khan is a travel writer, has traveled almost the entire India. Currently she is rendering her services to TNS Travel Pvt. Ltd. for India Tour, Golden Triangle Tours and Golden Triangle with Goa Tour related articles. For more information on explore http://www.agoldentriangletour.com.

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Hill Stations in India

2010-02-11T20:49:00.000-08:00

By Manish Caper

The ideal picture of our mother India is incomplete without its spotless white crown,which is formed by the picturesque hill stations in India. The entire north Indian hill stations prove to be an ideal gateway for various theme based tours. When it comes to the major mountain ranges and hill states in India - the Himalayas, Shivalik, Vindhyachal, Garhwal, Aravali, Nilgiri etc. are the favourite of almost all the tourists visiting India for their holidays.

States like Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttaranchal etc. are dotted with countless mountain ranges, pilgrimages and historical attractions. This way, a number of theme based tours are conducted here throughout the year. Places like Kashmir, Nainital, Manali, Mussoorie, Shimla, Dharamshala, Dalhousie, Khajjiar, Chamba, Lahaul Spiti, Ranikhet etc. are popular since the British era and are frequently visited by travellers even today with the same enthusiasm.

Top Hill Stations in India

Tours to Himachal Pradesh, the abode of the Himalayas, let you enjoy the captivating beauty of green meadows, deep valleys, snow-clad mountains, serene lakes and gushing streams. Places like Kullu, Manali, Rohtang Pass, Chamba, Dalhousie, Kangra, Khajjiar, Chamba, Kinnaur, Kufri, Mandi, Shimla, Dharamshala etc. are ideal for activities like trekking, relaxing and spending quality time with your loved ones. Massive Dhauladhar range, which touches Dharamshala, has always been a renowned hill resort since the British Raj.

On the other hand, Jammu & Kashmir has always proved itself as a divine paradise on earth. Apart from the spell binding beauty of hill stations like Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonmarg and Pahalgam, the state offers superb houseboats. These boats provide you with a lifetime opportunity to sail through the tranquil lakes in Kashmir and explore the virgin natural beauty there.

Moreover, Uttaranchal - the land of Gods and Mountains - is known for its adventure as well as religious tours. Carved out from 14 hilly districts of former Uttar Pradesh, the newly formed Uttaranchal offers Shivalik foothills and Greater Himalayas that add to the beauty of various glaciers, passes, meadows, and trekking routes. Mussoorie, Nainital, Dehradun, Ranikhet, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri etc. are some of the highly frequented tourist destinations in Uttaranchal.

Almost all of the above places are well connected by air, rail and road to the major Indian cities. Seeking true peace amidst nature or the best of adventure sports in hilly areas? - India tourism is unbeatable.

Travel to Indian hill states and make the best of your India tour. Adventure hill resorts are the gems of Incredible India that draw numerous tourists in the search of adventure. Tours to Himachal Pradesh or any of the north Indian state can serve as a perfect place to serve the purpose.

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Places to Visit in India - Top Six Places to Visit on India Tours

2010-02-09T22:26:00.000-08:00

By Rachel Morgen

India is a globally famous tourism destination. It appeals and attracts tourists and vacationers from all over the world with its numerous attractions like heritage monuments, religious monuments, historic cities, historical places, beaches, backwaters, hill stations, art & architecture, culture, tradition, history and many more. There are many fascinating tourist places to see India you will love to visit, explore and enjoy them on your tours and travels in fascinating country of India. Let's have a look of top 6 places of tourist interest in India.

1. Jaipur - The capital city of Rajasthan, Jaipur is also famously known as the Pink City of India. It is one of the most popular tourist places to see in India. It is known for its attractions like City Palace, Amber Fort, Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Nahargarh Fort, Albert Hall Museum, Jaigarh Fort, Birla Temple, etc. The city also boasts some of world famous heritage hotels offering excellent accommodation facilities to travelers.

2. New Delhi - It is the capital city of India. It has been the seat of many kingdoms. It is an ancient city having lots of monuments, temples, and art & architecture attractions with other attractions to offer its visitors. The city enjoys pride with three UNESCO World Heritage Monument Sites. They are Red Fort (one of the most opulent mughal monuments in India), Qutub Minar (the longest brick & stone minaret in the world) and the Humayun's Tomb (a beautiful garden tomb built by Humayun's widow Hamida Begum).

Other worth visiting attractions of New Delhi city tours are Rashtrapati Bhawan (President House), Sansad Bhawan (Parliament of India), Old Fort (Purani Quila), India Gate (an imposing Ware Memorial with gorgeous gardens in surroundings), Bahai House of Worship (Lotus Temple), Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Temple), Mughal Gardens, Gardens of Five Senses, Buddha Gardens, ISKON Temple, Lodhi Gardens, etc. It is one of the best places to visit India. It reflects truly charm of India tourism with its many attractions and vibrant blend of tradition and modernity.

3.Varanasi - It is a popular Hindu pilgrimage centre and world famous tourist destination situated in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. It is known for its temple attractions like Vishwanath Temple, Durga Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, etc. Other attractions in the city are Ganga Ghats, Sarnath (Buddhist Sites), Ram Nagar Fort, Benaras Hindu University, etc. The city depicts fascinating culture and tradition of India. It is also one of the oldest living cities in the world. Today it is considered to be as one of the most popular tourist destinations of India visits.

4.Agra - Agra is an ancient town and very fascinating travel destination situated in Uttar Pradesh, India. It also enjoys three UNESCO World Heritage Monument Sites. They are Taj Mahal, Agra Red Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Taj Mahal is one of the most visited monuments in India. It is built in pure white marble and its beauty is matchless. This beautiful building was built by mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his darling queen Mumtaz Mahal. It is the ultimate symbol of love with gorgeous pools and gardens in surroundings. Agra Red Fort was built by Akbar and famous for its excellent architecture. Fatehpur Sikri is an abandoned town situated in the outskirts of Agra city. Major attractions of Fatehpur Sikri are Buland Darwaza (the largest gateway in the world), Panch Mahal, Salim Chisti Mosque and ruins of many palaces and ancient monuments. Other attractions in Agra are Dayal Bagh, Rambagh, Itmad-Ud-Daullah Tomb, Sikandra Akbar's Tomb, Chini Ka Rauza, etc. Indeed Agra is a very fascinating tourist place to visit in India with lots of monumental attractions.

5.Khajuraho - It is a very fascinating tourist place to visit to India. It is widely acclaimed for architecturally beautiful temple complex with exquisite sculptures. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments is listed as UNSECO World Heritage Site. Tourists can see erotic sculptures carved on the exterior walls of the temple complex.

6.Ajanta & Ellora Caves - Ajanta and Ellora Caves are located near the city of Aurangabad in the state of Maharashtra. They are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. They depict excellent art & architecture of rich Indian cultural heritage. They are among top most visited tourist places to visit India. You will surly love to explore caves of Ajanta and Ellora on your travel and tours in beautiful country of India.

Rachel Morgen is an eminent analyst and writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. She has authored many books on tour guide for Rajasthan Colourful Tour Package and Golden Triangle Tours.

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North India Tours - Popular Tourism & Holiday Destinations of North India

2010-02-09T22:23:00.000-08:00

By Rajesh Kumar Sinha

North India is a very fascinating part of the beautiful country of India. It has some of globally famous tourist & holiday destinations appealing tourists and vacationers from all over the world. Here is brief information about some of popular tourism and holiday destinations of northern India.

New Delhi - It is the capital city of India known for its heritage monuments, beautiful gardens, terrific temples and perfect blend of modern and ancient culture & tradition. Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, Old Fort, Bahai House of Worship, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Akshardham Temple, Buddha Gardens, Lodhi Gardens, Mughal Gardens, Gardens of Five Senses, museums, etc are major tourist attractions of New Delhi. New Delhi is the most visited destination of India because it is also gateway to visit other popular tourist destination of northern part of the country.

Agra - Agra is globally famous for heritage monument Taj Mahal, one of Seven Wonders of the World. With its age-old charm blending with modernity, the city of Agra depict an awesome tourism opportunity in the form of Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daullah, Sikandra Tomb, Fatehpur Sikri, Dayal Bagh, Rambagh, Chini Ka Rauza, etc.

Srinagar - Located in the valley of Kashmir, it is very fascinating travel destination of northern India. This city is famous for beautiful lakes, houseboat and Shikara rides. Dal Lakes, Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and many religious places are attractions of Srinagar in Jammu & Kashmir.

Gulmarg - It is a beautiful town, hill station and holiday resort in north Indian state of Jammu & Kashmir. Gulmarg literally means "Meadows of Flowers". It is a paradise for honeymooning couples, adventure enthusiasts, winter sport lovers and nature lovers.

Shimla - It is a beautiful town, hill station and holiday resort in the north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is a favorite destination of honeymooners, adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers. Jakhoo Temple, Summer Hill, the Mall, the Ridge, Prospect Hill, Kurfi, etc are attractions of Shimla tours and travels in northern part of India.

Manali - It is one of the most visited hill stations in north India. Situated in the state of Himachal Pradesh is a very popular destination in the India to beat the heat of summer. It can be also enjoyed in winter season with availability of lots of adventure & winter fun activities. Rohtang Pass, Solang Palace, Hadimba Temple, Vashishth Temple & Hot Water Springs, etc are attractions of Manali tours and travels.

Jaipur - It is the capital city of Rajasthan known for its forts, palaces, temples, gardens and museums. Elegant City Palace, magnificent Amber Fort, beautiful Hawa Mahal, royal Jantar Mantar Observatory, etc are attractions of Jaipur tours. The city is famously known as the Pink City of India. With its elegance and so many attractions of tourist interest, in my point of view, Jaipur can be very fascinating destinations of north India tours and travels.

Kashmir - It is one of the most beautiful places not only in north India but also in the entire country. In my point of view it is one of the most beautiful places not only in India but also in the entire blend. It is so beautiful that its beauty cannot be captured world. I think its beauty is beyond description. It beauty lies in its scenic landscapes, gorgeous valleys, snow-capped mountain peaks, beautiful meadows, etc. Rightly it is sometimes described as the "Paradise on the Earth" or the "Switzerland of Asia". With its elegant look, scenic landscapes, many attractions, availability of adventure & sport activities, and cool & soothing climate, Kashmir is a perfect destination of north India holidays. Surly you will love to spend your holidays in Kashmir. It will be a lifetime experience. Kashmir is a favorite destination of honeymooning couples.

Varanasi, Ajmer & Pushkar - These are very famous pilgrimage centres of north India appealing devotees and tourists from all over the world. Varanasi is known for numerous Hindu Temples along with other attractions. Ajmer is widely acclaimed for its Dargah. Pushkar is famous for Brahma Temple, Rose Garden, and Pushkar Lake & Ghats. These holy towns have great place among various north India tour packages.

I hope this article will help you in planning your vacation and tours in north India.

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Indian Travel and Tourism - Explore New Destinations

2010-02-08T22:35:00.000-08:00

By Seema Mamgain

Travel and tourism is not a new thing to people. Everybody is aware of it and also knows how big the entire industry is. Travel and tourism can be defined in different forms depending on the point of view of various sections of society. For instance if we talk of tourists' point of view then it can be referred as the practice of traveling for leisure and pleasure, on the other hand if we talk from the point of view of the people involved into this business then travel and tourism would be considered as the business that provides tours & services to the tourists.

Travel and tourism are often used interchangeably as both have similar meanings. For last few decades, this industry has experienced an up market. There are several reasons for this development one of which is surely the better economic conditions of people. The developments in technology like transportation and other areas too have contributed to the development of this industry.

Travel and tourism has developed as a huge business industry in almost all parts of the world but as far as India is concerned the country has seen tremendous changes in recent years in this regard. India has always been one travel destination that people wanted to explore the most. People not only from country within but also from overseas have always been very fond of India and its travel attractions.

India has a rich cultural heritage that has always been a major tourist attraction for overseas people. There are some very beautiful places to visit in India like Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Delhi, Goa, himachal Pradesh, Uttrakhand, Kerala, and many more. There are several tourists' attractions like historic monuments, nature tourism, wildlife, hill stations, beaches and lots more to explore.

As far as the kinds of tourism in India are concerned then there are several available. Given below are a few of the examples:

• Adventure tourism
• Wildlife tourism
• Medical tourism
• Pilgrimage tourism
• Eco tourism
• Cultural tourism

All these types of tourism have marked great growth in last few decades. Now the Indian Government too is paying extreme attention in this direction and is trying to develop India as one of the most explored travel destinations.

There are several sources available now that help one know about the best travel destinations not only in India but also in all other parts of the world. There are whole lots of travel websites ready to help the tourists and there are also various other things like the travel publications and others to help the people. People can seek help out of all these sources and then there are also other people like travel agents who are also very beneficial.

All these sources together help people get the best deal as they also offer various attractive packages and people may chose out of them as per their choice & convenience. All one needs to do is to be aware of all the possible sources and the personal requirements & affordability.

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Top Ten Tourist Places in Tamil Nadu

2010-02-08T22:32:00.000-08:00

By Lakshmi Menon

Tamil Nadu, a southern State of India, rich in culture, is the gateway to India. This beautiful state is located on the shores of the Bay of Bengal in the midst of the deep blue Indian Ocean, bordering with Kerala in the west, Karnataka in the northwest and Andhra Pradesh in the north. There are many tourist places in this beautiful land, which attract tourists from all over the world. These are just ten of them.

Kodaikanal, the princess of Hill Stations, located in the Western Ghats, is one of the main tourist attractions of this land.
Ooty (Udagamandalam), known as Queen of Hill stations. This picturesque, green place is also located in the Western Ghats.
Madurai, the second largest city in Tamil Nadu, known as the Athens of the East. Madurai is an ancient city, more than 2,500 years old, built in 6th century, with the world famous Meenakshi temple and other attractions.
Mamalapuram, famous for the ancient shore temple and the beach. It is the jewel in the crown of the Pallava contribution.
Kanyakumari where the three seas meet, was earlier known as Cape Comrin.
Kancheepuram, the city of thousand temples, is famous for weaving silk saris in dazzling colors.
Chidambaram, the seat of the Cosmic Dancer, the temple is spread over an area of 40 acres.
Thanjavur, an enchanting district of Tamil Nadu, is known as the Rice Bowl of Tamil Nadu, and is also home for one of the best temples (Brahadeeshwarar Temple) of South India, built by the great Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola. It is also home for the famous Thirumala Nayak palace.
Chennai, the fourth largest metropolitan city of India, is the capital city of Tamil Nadu,
located on the Coramandal coast. This vibrant city offers many tourist interesting spots,
like Beach Resorts, Art gallery etc.
Tirunelveli, one of the most visited destinations of this state, with many famous temples
and waterfalls like Courtallam.

Lakshmi Menon writes articles on various topics, including South India tourism. Learn more about Tamil Nadu attractions here. http://www.enchanting-south-india-vacations.com/tourist-places-in-tamilnadu.html

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Eco Tourism in India

2010-02-08T22:30:00.000-08:00

By Kandpal Subhash

Global warming is the major issue that has risen higher in the recent few years. What does global warming mean? Global warming refers to a usual increase in the Earth's temperature, which sequentially causes change in temperature. With the increase in Global warming, diversion has taken place towards Eco-tourism. It has gain popularity among the tourism sector.

Eco Tourism derived from two words- Ecosystem and Tourism. Eco Tourism is the best option for the people who love nature and its beauty. India is very well known among nature lovers and tourists from all over the world. Being famous for its enriched culture, beauty and heritage, it is getting well equipped with a number of Botanical and Zoological Gardens that are meant to preserve the nature and environment.

Eco tourism is a concept that has been promoted for preventing the environment around us and preserving its resources. Apart from providing a pleasant visit to tourists who wish to take a breath from the hasty city life and enjoy in midst of greenery, it also safeguard the environment from getting ruined.

It is a novel section adjunct to the Indian Tourism plan. This is an ideal form of tourism that encourage going back to natural wealth in every aspects of life. The year 2002 was celebrated as the International Year of Eco Tourism

Eco-tourism destinations in India

Rishikesh- In Sanskrit, Rishikesh means -he who has conquered his senses. Rishikesh is centered by the Holy River Ganga. This is among the best place for river rafting as here the Ganga is bounded by the green Himalayas from both the sides. Rishikesh is popular center of learning yoga and here we have many of the ayurvedic pharmacies.

Kerala- Kerala is the First planned ecotourism destination in India created to cater to the Eco-tourist and nature lovers. Here Ayurveda found a revolution from an ethnic cure to a luxurious indulgence. Kerala is one of the greenest destinations in India.

Pondicherry - The Botanical Garden of Pondicherry is enormously famous for lot of unusual species of plants. Every year the department of Tourism of Pondicherry organize the annual French Food Festival called Gourmet. Gourmet is another attraction of Tourist in Pondicherry.

Environment has served us the pleasure of relaxing and enjoying the natural wealth. Eco tourism is one of the major steps in saving the nature from global warming. Every tourism sector and tourists should encourage eco tourism for the well being of our surroundings.

India is basically known for the suited destinations for adventure lovers, heritage travel and pilgrimage travel. Peak Adventure Tour offers all types of eco adventure tour activities in India like mountain biking, river rafting, climbing, Ayurveda tour, camping, wildlife travel, trekking, safari and more other ecotourism activities.

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India - The Land of Diversity

2010-02-08T22:28:00.000-08:00

By Michael Braganza

Looking for a comprehensive holiday destination? Your search ends here. Come and travel in India – the land of diversity. When you are in India tours, you will find a new taste and something extra on your every step on account of its diversity in all realms. Being a major tourist destination in south Asia, India attracts a large gathering of tourist folk from each corner of the world. Every year tourists come for tours and travels in India.

Many travel agencies and tour operators offer attractive India travel packages at very affordable price. These tailor-made India tour packages are very beneficial for the tourists on account of their well-planned infrastructure & cost effectiveness and make your tours to India easy. There are several alluring places to visit in India which reflect their Indian tradition and culture.

What a tourist can ask for? India tourism has almost everything. Probably India tourism has all categories of tourism. Weather it is sport & adventure tourism, beach tourism, spiritual tourism, cultural & heritage tourism or special interest tourism. India tourism offers all types of tourism and fulfills every type of tourists’s desire. No any where in the world a tourist can find affluence of picturesque sights, appealing wildlife excitement, cultural excitement, heritage monuments and diversity in landscapes. This is why tourists prefer for India Tours Packages.

When you are India tour, you will observe that India surprises you with its fascination on every step. You will also find that each part of India is filled with something new and something extra during your tours in India. Rajasthan tour presents a perfect picture of India what India is with its heritage monuments, magnificient forts & palaces, wildlife excitement and blazing deserts.

Your Rajasthan tour package will be not considered complete if you not indulge yourself in golden triangle tour. Golden triangle is one of the most important tourist circuits in India. This tour takes you Delhi to Agra and Jaipur. These cities are the major cities of north India. Delhi is the capital city of India where you can observe a unique blend of tradition and modernity. Agra is a city in the state of Uttar Pradesh and famous for two mughal monuments – the world heritage Taj Mahal and the magnificient Agra Fort also known as the Red Fort.

In addition to these three cities, there are also many picturesque places to see in north India which draw the attention of tourists from each corner of world for tours of India.

Many travel agencies conduct daily day trips from Delhi to major cities of north India which make your India travel tours easy.

If you are beach lover India tourism offers you Goa tours with its fascination of golden beaches. The land of 4‘S’ sun, sand, surf and serenity, Goa is also famous for beach wedding and honeymoon destination. It provides double taste excitement of dream wedding and romantic honeymoon. No any where in India you can find such picturesque destination.

To make your India tours in very convenient way there also Domestic Flights in India Indian domestic flights cover entire major cities and picturesque locations of India. There is wide network of internal flights in India. If you have desire to explore entire subcontinent of India, flights within India fulfill your desire.

Come and enjoy places to see in India. Fulfill your desire of India tours and go back with everlasting Indian sweet memories.

Michael Braganza is an eminent analyst and writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. He has authored many books on India Tours Packages and Domestic Flights in India. Now he is rendering his services to http://www.grandtoursindia.com/

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Uttaranchal - Perfect Place For India Tourism

2010-02-08T18:46:00.000-08:00

By Alexa Keri

Uttaranchal state is situated in northern part of India. The state is covered by Himachal Pradesh in north-west, Uttar Pradesh in south and international borders with Nepal and China. Uttaranchal born as 27th state of Republic of India on 9th November 2000 after that it was rename in January 2007 and now it is Uttarakhand. The land area of the state is 55,845 sq km. which is 88% hilly and 12% ground. The total population of state is around 7 million.

According to tourism point of view, the state is well known not only in India but also all over the world. It has several pilgrimage places Haridwar, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri so it is also called "Dev Bhoomi" means "Land of Gods". Apart from pilgrimage places Uttaranchal has lots of beautiful hill stations like Mussoorie, Nainital, Lansdowne, Dhanaulti, Auli, Ranikhet, Munsyari, Kausani and Valley of Flowers which makes perfect to Uttaranchal tourism.

When we talk about north India tourism, we must talk about Uttaranchal. Your north India tours will not be completed with Uttaranchal tourism. Today, 70% population of the state is depended on agriculture but Govt. is trying to develop tourism industry in the state and Uttaranchal tourism industry is growing day by day. Kumbh Mela is one the major attraction of the state, millions of people comes here for a dip into Ganga during the Kumbh Mela and the next Kumbh Mela will be held in 2010 in Haridwar.

Millions of people come every year for pilgrimage tours when 4 Dham (Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri) are open in summer season. All major hill stations have been crowded during summer because near by ground area has been hot at that time. Uttaranchal is perfect for tourism in summer as well as in winter season, tourist can enjoy of live snow fall in winter. In near future, Uttaranchal tourism will be a major part of India Tourism industry.

Alexa Kari: - Are you planning your tour to India? You must plan your trip for Uttaranchal Tourism.

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Let's Discover the Hidden Aspects of India Tourism!

2010-02-08T18:44:00.000-08:00

By Prem Chandra

Since ages India has welcomed guests with kind gesture and rendered them good hospitality, even today India Tourism believes in "Atithi Devo Bhavah' (Guest is God) coined by the government of India. Accordingly, every foreign tourist is served in the best possible manner which makes the country one of the most tourist friendly places of the world. The vast stretches of India from the snow capped mountains in the Northern part to the exotic beaches in South India, India Tourism is a reflection of the rich natural diversity of the country.

If you're planning India tours its advisable that you opt for advance tour booking! This effort will save much of your time and offer you hassle-free journey in the country as long as you plan to stay. One of the major aspects of India tourism is the striking beauty of wildlife adventures. For bird lovers, there are different bird sanctuaries which provides you fascinating glimpses of the different species of birds.

Wild life tour of India:

According to the recent statistics, there are a total of 1250 species of birds, out of which 141 birds are indigenously found in India. Also the diverse natural terrains has led to the growth of national parks and sanctuaries as there are total of 97 national parks and 441 wildlife sanctuaries spread through out the country. The most prominent wild life sanctuaries reckoned by India tourism are Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary, Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary, Gir National Park & Sanctuary, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary and Srisailam Sanctuary. Furthermore, if you want to enjoy the an thrilling expedition in the Indian jungles then the varied wildlife hotels in India serves your purpose well.

Historical Places in India :

India tourism remains incomplete without the mention of the major historic tourist attractions in the country. With a glorious history of more than 1000 years some of the places to see in India are replete with wide historical facets best reflected in the magnificient age-old temples and monumental architectural wonders. A visit to India remains incomplete without a tour to the places of Taj Mahal, Konark Temples, Mahabaleshwar, Khajuraho Temples, Ajanta-Ellora Caves, Charminar, Buddha Stupa,Qutub Minar, Jantar Mantar, Mysore Palace,Gateway of India, Umaid Bhawan Palace and Rock Fort Temple.

All these places present you interesting facets about the grandeur of India's past. The complex architectural styles of Khajuraho temples has exemplified different forms of Indian artistic designs. Because of its exquisite designs and mesmerizing stone carved sculptures this tourist destination has been reckoned as an 'UNESCO World Heritage Site'. The wide plethora of temples in East Khajuraho consisting of Parsavanatha Temple, Adinatha Temple, Vamana Temple and Javari Temple occupies a place of pride in India tourism.

The well known princely states of Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh is home to some of the best heritage hotels in India. A stay at these hotel palaces will offer you interesting features on the living styles of the Royals and colonial rulers while at the same time you will be treated to contemporary facilities of 5-star hotels. Hotel booking is easy as you can opt for online hotel reservation.

So, what are you waiting for India tourism will give you an enchanting experience of lifetime!

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Popular Lakes in India

2010-02-08T18:39:00.000-08:00

By Kandpal Chandra Subhash

A lake is a low-lying part of the Earth's surface in which rainwater or water from other sources accrues. Whether natural or man made, lakes are major source of water. They are abode for a large variety of aquatic life. Lakes make out the true aspect of one city. The lakes of India are categorized as fresh water and brackish lakes.

The soothing lakes of India exhibit great charisma. Indian states have wonderfully located lakes which take away the breadth of every visitor. Whether you are in Kashmir or in Rajasthan; in the Far East or down south, diversity of India is well reflected in the lakes over here. For a lake expedition one can check out:

Dal Lake: This beautiful Lake lies in the district of Kangra in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is located at an altitude of 1,775m. The lake is 6.4 km long and 4 km wide and covers an area 10 square miles. It is one of the most beautiful lakes in India, a natures' gift to mankind. Dal Lake is connected to other Lakes of the Kashmir Valley. One of the unique attribute of the lake is its Shikaras and wooden Houseboats. The lake is divided into four parts, called Gribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. The coast of the Lake is embroidered with gardens, parks and hotels. Mountains on three sides encase the lake.

Pushkar Lake: Pushkar is a man made lake located in the state of Rajasthan. It is situated near the Pushkar town. The lake is beautifully surrounded by the deserts and hills from all the sides. It covers the total area of about 5 km. This Lake is the sanctified lake of the Hindus, connected with Lord Brahma. The lake has around 400 temples, 52 palaces and 52 ghats. The lake is mostly known for its religious significance. Every year this sacred lake of Pushkar attracts thousands of pilgrims from all around the world. Devotees congregate here to take a dip in its holy water. It is believed that by taking a bath in the lake one can achieve moksha.

Pichola Lake: Located in the city of Udaipur, the panoramic lake, Pichola is surrounded by hills, palaces, temples and bathing ghats.The Lake at places is tapered and both its banks almost touch each other. There are islands at regular distance on the lake, which have either palaces or pavilions on them. The two most famous island palaces are- Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir. It's a massive lake with a length of 4kms and 3km wide and a depth of 30 feet. Its beauty is at its best in winters, which counterpart the cool vicinity of Rajasthan. The sunset over this lake is truly idyllic. It is this beauty of the Lake Pichola which attracts a number of visitors every year. In the Southern part of Lake Pichola is the Machhala Magra Hill crammed with huge trees. If one stands here one can see the Eklinggarh Fort. From the Eastern side of the Lake one can see the entire Udaipur City.

Bhimtal Lake: Bhimtal Lake is situated in a small town of Bhimtal in Uttarakhand. It comes in the Nanital district (a famous hill station of Uttarakhand). Being the largest lake of the district and the second largest of Kumaon is situated at an altitude of 1370 meters. The lake derives its name from the Indian epic (Mahabharat).The Bhimtal Lake covers an area of 1701 metres by 265 metres. There is an island situated in the midpoint, which act as an exquisite gem. One can plan a boat sail to the Lake and enjoy the beautiful scenic beauty of the place. Nested amidst the green Kumaoun Hills, Bhimtal Lake is a popular tourist spot.

Hussain Sagar Lake: Hussian Sagar Lake, largest man made lake in Asia is located in the State of Hyderabad. The lake was fabricated to meet the water requirements of the people. This 24 kilometer long lake connects the two traditional cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad, popularly known as the twin cities. The place where the lake is constructed is known as Tank Bund. The Dam receives the water from the Balkapur River, which is connected to the Musi. The Bund contains an assortment of 33 statues of the famous personalities of the state. The major attraction of the Lake is a 16 meter tall, 350 tone colossal statue of Buddha that lies in the middle of the lake, on the rock of Gibraltar. This statue is made out of the single piece of stone and is the largest statue in India. Hussain Sagar Lake is surrounded by four major gardens i.e. Indira Park in the east, Sanjeevaiah Park in the north, Lumbini Park in the south and a green belt stretch squeezed in between the Raj Bhavan road and the Necklace Road. One of the interesting facets of this lake is that it offers wonderful time for water friends.

Vembanad Lake: Vembanad Lake lies in Kumarakom, 15 kms away from the Kottayam district of Kerala. It is the largest brackish lagoon in Kerala. It covers an area of two hundred square kilometers and is surrounded by the districts of Alappuzha, Kottayam and Ernakulam. Situated at sea level, the lake is separated from the Arabian Sea by a small island. The width of the lake varies from five hundred metres to four kilometers with a depth of one meter to twelve metres. The lake, an enthralling tourist spot and a Backwater Tour destination, provides boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences that are enlivening. Vembanad Kayal, as it is called in the regional language, is a tank that acts against the floods. The local people in their attractive clothing's are found searching for the tasty Karimeen fish. The Kumarakom Tourist Village offers houseboat cruises and holiday packages. There are houseboats that take one crossways, making one's trip unforgettable.

Chilka Lake: The Vast and beautiful Chilka Lake is situated on the east coast of Orissa. The lake has been formed at the mouth of the Daya River which flows into the Bay of Bengal. Chilka Lake is also known as the largest brackish water lake in the country. It is 70 km long and 32 km wide. A number of small islands are spread across Chilka Lake; the two important are the Barkul and the Rambha. One of the distinct features of the lake is its rich floral system. It acts as an abode to a large amount of aquatic plants. Apart from this it also holds an exotic wildlife. The Nalabana Island is a popular bird sanctuary, famous by the name Chilka Wildlife Sanctuary. The Lake is also a popular destination for the Eco tourism.

Roopkund Lake: This Lake lies in the Chamoli district of Uttranchal. It falls on the way of the Nanda Jat to Homkung and lies in the lap of mount Trishul. Sited at a height of 5029 m, the Lake is a destination of the Raj Jat Yatra. A famous trekking destination, Roopkund is often called the 'mysterious lake' as the ice on its surface begins to melt and presents a ghastly sight in the summers, as roughly three hundred human skeletons can be seen in the waters of the lake. It is a renowned destination for the adventure lovers, since it offers an energetic outdoor for the trekkers and the exciting option for the adventure holidays. The snow covered lake, surrounded by pebbly glaciers and snow clad peaks is a superlative sight.

Kangra Dal Lake: Kangra Dal Lake is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh, about 11 km from Dharamshala. This is a small mid Altitude Lake at 1,775 m above sea level near a very beautiful village "Tota Rani". The lake is surrounded by deodar trees and is considered blessed as there is a small Shiva mandir (shrine) on its bank. A distinct characteristic of this lake is that it has green water. It is the place from where trekking and excursions in Himachal commence.

Thus India has a large number of lakes spread all over the country, from Kashmir to Kerala and from Rajasthan to Assam. The hundreds of lakes lying in the rich natural surroundings all over the country attract large number of tourists, and serve as hot picnic spots. Be near them to experience the best.

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Highlights of India Tourism Package

2010-02-08T18:36:00.000-08:00

By Chetan Shrivastava

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A Guide to India Travel

2010-02-07T20:07:00.000-08:00

By Celeste Paul Hermina

This article aims to provide an insight into India travel. India travel is highly recommended to the people all across the globe because this country is full of exciting activities. However certain precautions and advice should be followed to make your journey safe and secure. Confirm you destinations, hotel accommodations and travel bookings in advance from your India travel agency. Make sure that you have taken the services of best India travel agency to prevent any problem afterwards.

There are so many India travel agents who can provide you attractive India tour packages but search for the one which is registered and which is quite popular and credible for its services. Choose the desired locations in advance and if the travel agency refuses you to alter changes in the tour then you should change the dealer at once. The best place to find high quality India travel agency is online.

Many online companies operating over the internet provide flexibility to the travelers to choose the destinations themselves and also the hotel accommodation. The traveler can easily make the selection depending upon his budget and preference. There are so many places in India which are worth to be visited. Taj Mahal comes at the top of the list. This beautiful architecture is famous worldwide and this is the sole reason why plenty of tourists visit India.

No matter wherever you go it is really important to take care of your health in a different country by avoiding certain things like drinking tap water, eating unhygienic food, having oily fried snacks, eating street food. Such food seems to be tempting and tasty but they may affect your health as you are not used to such foods.

Always eat food from reputed restaurants in stead of Dhabas and junky joints. Try to increase the intake of fresh fruits when you roam in different locations in India stay lively and active. If you are visiting India in summers then be prepared for hot, humid Loo which can cause you problems. Therefore it is generally recommended to visit India during winters as the winters are lively and enables you to have a gala time over here.

So while planning next holiday, always keep India at top because this is the place which offers everything.

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Honeymoon in India - Travel Tips

2010-02-07T20:05:00.000-08:00

By Anabel Scott

The New Zealand dollar goes a long way in India and most travel specialists say it's worth spending a little more to indulge in the wide range of luxury and romantic options Indian tourism has to offer.

The easiest way to see this region is on a tailor-made pre-booked itinerary. It makes sense to have everything organized and booked before you get there. This way you make the most of your time without the stress and time-wasting hassles of trying to book as you travel.

A seven-day honeymoon package costs around $2000 per person (twin share and excluding international airfares).

For this price you get to visit most of the romantic highlights, including the Taj Mahal, of course.

An interesting accommodation option available all over India are the Maharajah's palaces and forts now converted into hotels. You can find these royal residences in the middle of a lake, in a forest, or on a hilltop, and they are surprisingly affordable.

For example, a lovely room at the 17th century Deogarh Mahal heritage palace in the Aravalli Mountains, not far from Johhpur, cost from $68 per person per night (twin share). You can also check out the HRH Group of heritage properties on http://www.hrhindia.com and the Small Luxury Hotels of the World on http://www.slh.com.

I also recommend upmarket train touring in Northern India. The Palace on Wheels is a popular heritage train with opulent carriages dazzling with gleaming brass, ceilings of painted silk and walls adorned with old paintings.

A four-night itinerary inclusive of Northern Indian highlights costs around $1900 per person twin share. The tour cover Delhi, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur and Agra (to see the Taj Mahal), and includes on board accommodation, most meals, sightseeing and entrance fees, and the services of an English-speaking guide.

Talk to any reputable travel specialist to arrange your ideal romantic Indian honeymoon, you won't regret it!

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Pilgrimage - India Travel

2010-02-07T20:02:00.000-08:00

By Mithi Dey

Temples in India are doorway to heaven. Since time immemorial the pilgrimages of South India has been attracting devotees from different corners of the world. The centuries old temples are known for their uniqueness in design, rituals, traditions, festivals and believes.

Lets know about some most popular temples in South India

Meenakshi Temple, Madurai - Tamil Nadu

Built sometime between 16th and 18th century AD, Meenakshi temple is popular in the religious circuit all over the world. The shrine is dedicated to Lord Shiva and His consort Parvati, also called as Sundareshwara and Meenakshi. Its 12 gopuras and the tall towers are the major attraction. Each corner of the tower is furnished with stucco figures of mythological deities and animals

Tirupati Temple - Andhra Pradesh

Tirupati temple is draws countless attention of devotees all the year round. The world's richest temple sits on the Tirumala hill(cluster of seven hills) in Chittoor district. It is devoted to Shri Venkateswara and pilgrims in order to pay special homage before the Lord, organizes an 11 days Brahmotsavam festival in the month of February.

Guruvayoor Temple - Kerala

Located 80 kms from Kochi, Guruvayoor temple is among the popular temples in Kerala. Pilgrims from different parts of the world visit the the holy abode and find pleasure to chant the holy name of Lord Krishna. It is also called as Healing Temple or Bhoolokavaikunta(heaven on Earth). The 23-ft high 'deepastambham'(pillar of lamps) and koothambalam are the major attractions of the temple.

Lakshmi Narasimha deva Temple - Andhra Pradesh

This divine temple is located upon a 300 foot hill and is called as gateway to Vaikuntha(Vaikuntha-dwara). Pilgrims here will receive chance to offer prayer before the three forms of Lord Narasimha, namely- Jwala Narasimha, Gandabheranda Narasimha and Yogananda Narasimha. A cave inside the temple is believed to the place where the Lord manifested Himself in the form of Gandabheranda Narasimha. One can also find the sculptures of Him in the other two form.

Nagaraja Temple, Nagercoil - Tamil Nadu

Dedicated to Lord Nagaraja, the temple highlights the four religious creeds, viz: Shaivism, Vaishnavism, Jainism and Buddhism. With visiting the shrine, tourist can enjoy the awe-inspiring fusion of Chinese architecture. A surprising fact is that the temple is the mud wall, which surrounds the sanctum and shaded with a simple thatched roof made of coconut leaves and bamboo sticks.

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Top Travel Trends in 2010

2010-02-07T17:13:00.000-08:00

By Larry Austin

The holidays next year will be to a great extent affected by the economic recession most countries suffered this year. That however does not mean that people will not go on holiday, but that instead they will be more careful with how and on what they spend their money. Holiday makers will spend more time searching for great deals, such as exploring new travel destinations to find the best bargains and joining Online Travel Agencies (OTA) to gain good discounts. Below are some of the predicted top travel trends for the year 2010.

1 - Looking for budget options

Economical holidays will the key deciding factor this year, with holiday makers searching out the best budget details and discounts. Make sure when you plan your holiday this year, not to just go for what looks like the best rate, but hunt deeper for complementary give-aways, such as a free night's stay on a multiple night stay, gift cards, spa credits, coupons and free dining etc.

2 - Eco Travel

Humans are slowly but steadily becoming more aware of their impact on nature. Think 'green' is the trend these days, with its effects being felt even by the travel industry. Most travelers look for eco friendly holiday options, holidays that cause minimum damage to nature. Eco travel was born out of this need and is a continuing trend for 2010.

3- Mixing business with pleasure

The world is always on the go, with most travelers finding it more economical and viable to mix business with pleasure. Nowadays business travelers look for accommodation options that cater to all their business needs while providing leisure activities as well, so they can enjoy the best of both worlds.

4 - Latin adventure

Latin America is finding itself growing more and more popular with travelers as a luxury travel destination.

5 - Train Travel

Rail travel in Europe has grown popular, as this is an economical way of traveling while enjoying the wonderful scenery on the way. This has become even more popular with the new high speed rail links into Spain and Italy.

6- Going Mobile

With the growth of mobile applications and capabilities, it is now even easier to plan your travels, such as tracking flight information and planning itineraries. Mobile phones now play a very important role for travelers in helping them with their travel planning. They are used to receive information from travel agents etc and are fast proving to be invaluable to travelers.

7 - One platform for travel plans

With the busy schedules most of us have, it is easier to have one central platform from which to plan your travel details. This way you can keep track of everything happening in the travel industry, be up to date on the latest happenings and not just make one off purchases. The Internet offers strong travel centric sites where such central services are offered, so that people can plan every aspect of their travels, from creating the trip, to searching for accommodation, getting advice about the intended trip, finding the best deals down to updating profiles so as to keep friends and family informed.

8 - Adventure Travel

The year 2010 will find people looking for holidays with more action. Most now look beyond the standard and look for adventure such as jumping out helicopters, skiing, safaris, bungee jumping as well as more personalized holidays with private tours of museums and art galleries. For the more adventurous a growing trend is to take a high-speed car tour around major cities!

9 - Seeking out new hotspots

As with everything in this world trends change. As travelers expand their travel horizons, China, India and the Gulf States find themselves growing into the latest hotspots. This trend will grow more in 2010 as travel to the ever popular European destinations at the moment for most, is not economical. So traveling to China, India and the Gulf States gives the traveler an exotic holiday while being easy on the purse, with favorable exchange rates and low travel costs.

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Cool India - Travel Tips

2010-02-07T17:03:00.000-08:00

By Barry Lycka

If you've picked India as your travel destination, here are some cool India travel tips that would make your journey enjoyable and as smooth as possible.

As with any other travel to a foreign destination, do research beforehand. Purchase a travel guide that has the basics that will be useful throughout the duration of your trip. This includes the weather, the language, currency, food, means of transportation and more importantly the culture. This will prepare you for the trip and will help you make adjustments if you have to.

The appropriate clothing when traveling to India would be to wear light pants. Shorts are to be avoided so you are safe to roam the cities and towns of the country. A safe tip when traveling anywhere is to always seek comfort before fashion. Wear comfortable shoes like sneakers or flipflops rather than heels or any other sandals that would kill your feet.

There are a lot of beggars in India. When you encounter them, it's your decision to give them rupees or not. If you must, then give it to kids just before hopping into the car or you might get mobbed. It is not a requirement to give them alms.

The black market is also prevalent in India. A good tip is to avoid them at all costs. You won't get good deals and might just end up going to the Indian jail.

When dining out, choose places that are packed instead of the empty ones. It's okay to wait for a table rather than go to an empty place because this means that the food that the place serves might not be that fresh. If you have a picky tummy, then choose safe food choices like veggies rather than red meat. Red meat can cause greater damage to your body especially if it's spoiled and India doesn't have the best hospitals.

Be sure to carry around first-aid materials and medications. It's safer to drink your own meds than to buy from Indian drug stores. Don't order Western foods except if it's from big, well-known fast foods. This is because not everyone orders these types of food, and chances are - they might not be as fresh.

To be safe, drink soda instead of water. If you must drink water, opt for bottled mineral water and be sure they're sealed. You can never know if water from a foreign place is potable unless your stomach starts acting up.

Make hotel reservations ahead of time. This will eliminate the worries of having a place to stay and will also avoid rip-offs. A lot of people in India might take advantage especially if they see that you're a tourist.

Don't wear valuables when exploring the city. This is also part of the cool India travel tips because there's no point showing off those flashy accessories. They might get stolen and you don't really need them.

Have a local tour you around the place. This is for your safety and will ensure that you don't get lost or charged double the price, say for a taxi or food.

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