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Cities
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Bhopal Tourism
Bhopal, a city in central India is the capital of the state of Madhya
Pradesh. Situated around two artificial lakes amidst picturesque settings, Bhopal
is also known as 'City of Lakes'. Historically the city of Bhopal derives its
name from its legendary 11th century founder Raja Bhoj. He is believed to have
created the lakes around which the city of Bhopal is built....Read
more.
Chhattisgarh Tourism Guide
With
a rich past and soaked amidst its mythical aura, Chhatisgarh is a young state
acquring 52,199 sq mi its capital being Raipur. Although reckoned as a young
state, Chhatisgarh has its reference in ancient texts and literary works. With
a mythological past Chhatisgarh is full of surprises. The shimmer of sunshine,
the beat of the tribal life....Read
more.
Chennai Tourism
Chennai is the fourth largest city in India and the capital of Tamil Nadu state.
With a vast population of about six million people, Chennai is a city that is
growing, expanding and changing vigorously. Chennai has the Bay of Bengal bordering
its east, while the state of Andhra Pradesh is on its northwest. It has the Kanchipuram
on its south and the states of Kerala....Read
more.
Gangtok Tourism
Gangtok, the "Lofty Hill" or the "Hill
made flat to build the Gangtok monastery in 1716". Gangtok is
a city, which, till one sees it, one would believe exists only in
picture-story books. In the mystery-laden mists prayer flags whip
in the breeze; wheels spin in the hands of Lamas mumbling invocations
to God, in the distance are the snows, on the streets amidst brightly
painted pagoda....Read more.
Jaipur Tourism Guide
Jaipur, the capital of northern Indian state of Rajasthan
is one of the most visited cities of the country. Known as the 'pink
city', Jaipur preserves a myriad of legacies belonging to the mighty
Rajput rulers and aristocratic princes of the past. Pink may be the
predominant colour of this place's landscape, but Jaipur is actually
a riot of colours with magnificent palaces, majestic fort....Read
more.
Kohima Tourism
Kohima, capital of the state of Nagaland, is so called because "Kew Hi" is
the name of a plant grown on the mountainside hence the name Kohima. The two-hour
drive from Dimapur to Kohima on NH 39 can be an amazing experience. Also pineapples
can be picked up for tasting by the road side on this road trip or a hearty meal
of local cuisine can be enjoyed from typical Naga wayside....Read
more.
Gandhinagar City Guide
Gandhinagar is the capital of the west Indian state of Gujarat and also the administrative
headquarters of Gandhinagar district. Situated on the west bank of Sabarmati
river, Gandhinagar is named after India's national father, Mahatma Gandhi. In
the year 1960, when old state of Bombay was split into Maharashtra and Gujarat,
then a new capital was planned for Gujarat....Read
more.
Itanagar
City Guide
Itanagar the capital of the north-eastern India state of Arunachal
Pradesh is situated at the foothills of Himalayas at a height
of 350 mts above sea level. Open to tourists recently in 1998,
Itanagar is known for its incredible and incomparable natural
beauty. Also known as the 'Land of the Dawnlit Mountains',
the hill resort of Itanagar draws tourists from far and wide....Read
more.
Jamshedpur City Guide
Jamsehdpur is a city situated in the East Singhbhum district
of Jharkhand. Popularly known as the 'Steel City', Jamshedpur is
the base of Tata Iron and Steel Co. Jamshedpur was founded by the
late Jasmshedji Nusserwanji Tata and was named as Jamshedpur in
1919 in tribute to its founder. Set on the Chota Nagpur Plateau,
Jamshedpur is surrounded by the beautiful Dalma Hills....Read
more.
Jodhpur City Guide
Located in the northern Indian state of Rajasthan, Jodhpur is the
second largest city of the state. Jodhpur is another city that
received great patronage from the Rajput rulers of the place. As
a result, many magnificent monuments of the period adorn the landscape
of the city. Located near the Thar desert, Jodhpur, instead of
giving the impression of a moribund land....Read
more.
Ludhiana city Guide
Ludhiana is one of the most important towns of Punjab, an important
state of North India, and is the industrial capital of the state.
It is renowned all over the world for its excellent hosiery and
woolen garments industry. This city has strong historical connections
and is also home to some of the finest Gurudwaras and other sacred
shrines....Read more.
Patiala
city guide
Patiala is relatively a young city of royal heritage
and rich tradition. Founded in 1764 by Baba Ala Singh, a soldier
par excellence on an ancient mound, "PRASTHALA", frequently
referred to in the Mahabharta epic, Patiala has since then acquired
a place of eminence in political, social, religious, music and fine
arts, cultural, academic and military spheres....Read
more.
Ponda
City Guide
If you are looking for a connection between Goa's powerful deities
and their passionate devotees, then Ponda is a good place to soak
yourself in spirituality. Ponda, Goa's temple town will compel
you to imagine what the state would have been like, if the Portuguese
had not strolled beyond Africa....Read
more.
Raipur
City Guide
Raipur, the administrative capital of the Indian state of Chhattisgarh
is one of the most important industrial and trading centres of
Central part of India. Situated on the banks of Mahanadi river,
Raipur shared boundaries with Bilaspur in the north and the famous
Bastar tribal region in the south. Founded in the 9th century,
Raipur had remained an important regional center....Read
more.
Rajgir
City Guide
Rajgir is a town located in Nalanda district of the state of Bihar.
Literally meaning the 'house of king', Rajgir was the ancient capital
city of the Magadha Kings until the 5th century B.C when Ajatshatru
moved the capital to Pataliputra ( now Patna). During that period,
Rajgir was called as Rajgirh, which mean the 'home of Royalty'
The mythological epic Mahabharata has called it Girivraja....Read
more.
Ranchi
City Guide
Set amidst wonderful rolling hills criss-crossed by little steams
and rivulets that resound with gushing waterfalls, Ranchi presides
over the young state of Jharkhand that was carved out of the state
of Bihar few years back. Situated in Chhotanagpur Valley at an
altitude of 2,140 ft above sea level, Ranchi is famous for its
pleasant climate....Read
more.
Rishikesh
City
Whether you are wishing to chant your way to peace and solitude,
or looking to align your chakras or visit the country's holiest
shrines, all signpost point toward Uttranchal's picturesque small
town Rishikesh. Situated at an altitude of around 1,360 ft, above
sea level, Rishikesh represents the site where Lord Vishnu vanquished
the demon Madhu....Read more.
Shillong
city guide
A three hour uphill from Guwahati takes you to Shilong the capital
of the state which lies at a height of 1,496 mtrs. Above sea levels
Enroute you will pass first the halfway mandatory stop at nongpoh
where you can savor a cup of tea while watching the flow of traffic.
Pretty women behind small stalls sell pineapples and bananas honey
and pickles in bottles....Read more.
Tourism
in Cuttack
Cuttack, the former capital of Orissa is now the Business capital
of Orissa. Situated close to capital city Bhubaneshwar, Cuttack
alongwith Bhubaneshwar together known as the 'twin cities' of Orissa.
Cuttack is set at the apex of the delta formed by the rivers Mahanadi
and Kathajodi....Read more.
Tourism
In Darjeeling
One of India's finest hill stations, Darjeeling is strategically
located near the Indo-Nepal and Indo-Bhutan borders in eastern Indian
state of West Bengal. The natural beauty of this hill station is
truly mesmerizing. Many opine that in Darjeeling, nature is at its
best. Be it the snow capped Himalayan mountain ranges surrounding
Darjeeling....Read more.
Tourism
of Kochi
Kochi and Ernakulam existed as twin cities, almost inseparable. Kochi,
formerly called Cochin is a prime tourist destinations in the state
of Kerala. The place is situated on the Western Coast and abutted
by Arabian Sea. The city lies to the north west of yet another important
tourist destination called Kumarakom....Read
more.
Tourism of Guwahati
Commonly referred to as the "Light of the East", Guwahati
is the gateway to the state of Assam and the entire north-east region.
Straddling the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra river and ringed by
rolling hills, Guwahati is the biggest city in the Northeast. Once
the capital of the Kamrup kings (when it was ancient Pragiyotishpur),
Guwahati is now a crowded....Read more.
Tiruchirappalli City
Guide
Situated in Tiruchirappalli district, on the banks of the River Kaveri
(also spelt as Cauvery) is Tiruchirappalli, a city known for its educational
institutions, industries, and temples. It is shortly called as "Tiruchi" or "Trichy".
Trichy is the district headquarters of the district of Tiruchirappalli
and has its name for tourist attraction....Read
more.
Varanasi
City Guide
Regarded by Hindus as an eternal city, India's holy pilgrimage centre
of Varanasi is indeed one of the oldest living cities in the world.
Standing on the north banks of river Ganga, Varanasi is located in
the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Devotees from all over
India and abroad come to Varanasi to perform various religious rituals
in the ghats....Read more.
Vadodara
City
Vadodara also known as Baroda was the capital of the princely Gaekawad
state in the pre-independence era. While in the post-independence era
Vadodara became famous as a major hub of education and arts. Situated
in the industrial corridor of Gujarat, Vadodara is emerging as the
commercial and industrial capital of the state....Read
more.
Vasco-Da-Gama
city guide
Vasco is a bustling city always on the move, because it home to Goa's
natural harbour Mormugao Port and Dabolim airport, the only airport
of Goa. In fact, Vasco is bestowed with a lot of water, swaying palms,
sunshine and soothing climate, but the town doesn't provoke you to
laze around and savor it all in. This Portuguese port city is also
home to people from across India....Read
more.
Vijayawada
city guide
An important city of Andhra Pradesh, Vijayawada is situated on the
banks of the Krishna river, about 70 kms far from the sea. Spread over
an area of 58 sq. kms, Vijayawada is flanked by the Krishna river from
one side and surrounded by the Indrakiladri hills on its west. Literally
Vijayawada means the 'City of Victory' and it is named after the famous
legend....Read more.
Visakhapatnam
Travel Guide
Visakhapatnam, also known as Vizag is situated in South Indian state
of Andhra Pradesh. A historic city, Visakhapatnam was a part of King
Ashoka's Kalinga Kingdom in 260 B.C. Set along the shoreline of the
Bay of Bengal, Vizag is surrounded by three hills and the eastern area
of the city is washed by rivers like Godavari and Indravati. Besides....Read
more.
Hyderabad
Travel Guide
Popularly known as the 'City of Nizams,' Hyderabad is the capital of
the state of Andhra Pradesh. Consisting of the twin cities of Hyderabad
and Secunderabad, the city offers an interesting blend of old and new.
Founded in 1590 AD by Mohammed Quli, the fourth of the Qutab Shahi
kings, Hyderabad has remained an important centre of Islamic culture
and boasts .... Read more.
Warangal Travel Guide
Once known as Orugallu or Omtikonda, Warangal is now an important
city in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The fourth largest city in Andhra
Pradesh, Warangal is also the headquarters of Warangal District. Warangal
is 150 kms north-east of the state capital Hyderabad and served by
regular buses. In the 12th and 13th centuries....Read
more.
Tezpur Tourism
Tezpur is an important city of north-eastern state of Assam and located
at a distance of about 191 kms Guwahati. Situated on the north bank
of the river Brahmaputra, Tezpur is the administrative headquarters
of the Sonitpur district. Apart from this, Tezpur is an important commercial
and educational centre and houses a major base of the Indian Army and
Air force....Read more.
Gaya City Guide
A World famous pilgrimage destination, Gaya is situated 100 kms south
of Patna, the capital of the Indian state of Bihar. One of the important
towns of Bihar, Gaya also serves as an important transit point for
visitors to Bodhgaya, just 13 kms away. Bodhgaya is a sacred place
for Buddhists and here the Lord Buddha got enlightenment after years
of penance....Read more.
Tour
to Nalanda
A world famous destination Nalanda lies about 100 kms south-east of
Patna. The name of Nalanda has been derived from Sanskrit word that
means 'giver of knowledge.'Now mostly in ruins Nalanda was a major
centre of Buddhist learning from 427 AD to 1197 AD. Nalanda was known
for the university, where 10,000 pupils and 2,000 scholars from Buddhist
world lived....Read more.
Chandigarh
Tourism
Chandigarh also called the 'City of Gardens' serves as the twin capital
of the states of Haryana and Punjab. However, administratively, Chandigarh
is directly administered from New Delhi by the Central government as
a union territory. Chandigarh derives its name from the Chandi Mandir,
the temple of goddess Chandi located in the Panchkula district. Literally....Read
more.
Mapusa
Travel Guide
A picturesque town set around the Mount (Altinho), Mapusa is said to
have grown with the blessings of god Bodhgeshwar. It is the capital
of northern Bardez Taluka and the third largest city of Goa. The town's
name, Mapusa is derived from the Konkani words, 'maap' meaning measure
and 'sa' meaning fill, that indicate its commercial nature....Read
more.
Panaji
Tourism
When Old Goa grew unhygenic and was struck with disease and death,
the Portuguese decided to shift their capital to Panaji. They pulled
down the imposing structures of Old Goa and carried the stones to
Panaji, where they set up several impressive structure. That was
how Panaji, situated on the left banks of Mandovi river....Read
more.
Margao
Tourism
A riverine city, green paddy fields and low rolling hills is what defines
Margao much better. Don't close your eyes if your are coming to Margao
from other parts of Goa because you might miss some spectacular vistas.
Its shaded streets are lined with graceful colonial mansions and churches,
its colourful markets are full of the Goan products....Read
more.
Old
Goa Tourism
Gently swaying palms, stretches of golden sand and the bright sun -
this is what lures tourists like you to Goa and as such very few of
you venture beyond the beaches. However, in reality, the beauty of
Goa lies not only in its sun, sea and sand, but also in its glorious
historical and cultural heritage. This heritage is very much evident
for you to see in the sleepy town of Old Goa....Read
more.
Ahmedabad
Tourism
Ahmedabad the political hub of Gujarat is also one of the major industrial
cities of India. Due to its a number of textile industries, Ahmedabad
has also been called the 'Manchester of the East.' An old city, Ahmedabad
had witnessed a number of periods of grandeur followed by decline.
Originally founded by Ahmed Shah in 1411.....Read
more.
Kullu
Tourism
Kullu, the district headquarters of the Kullu Valley is a beautiful
hill station of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Situated at an
altitude of 1,200 mts above sea, Kullu is one of the most popular tourist
destination of India. Kullu is bestowed with enlivening waterfalls,
hot springs concealing healing power, shimmering lakes....Read
more.
Manali
Tourism
Considered as a wonder for a visitor, Manali is a calm and tranquil
hill town, situated 40 kms north of the popular Kullu Valley. Set at
an altitude of 1928 m, above the sea level, Manali is an excellent
destination for both common tourists as well as the die-hard adventure
enthusiasts....Read more.
Travel
Guide in Gulmarg
One of the most beautiful towns in the Kashmir Valley, Gulmarg is essentially
a series of cup-shaped rolling meadows. Gulmarg is located in the Baramulla
district of Jammu & Kashmir, at a distance of 56 kms from Srinagar
- the summer capital of the state. Originally called 'Gaurimarg' by
shepherds, the present name of town was given by Sultan Yusuf Shah
in the 16th century....Read more.
Tourist
Attractions in Patna
Patna is the capital of the state of Bihar and also one of the oldest
continuously inhabited destinations in the world. Situated on the banks
of the river Ganges, Patna is a bustling city sprawls around 30 kms
long and 10 km wide. The modern part of the city lies on the southern
banks of Ganga, while the old part of the city is called Patna City
which is also an important trading centre....Read
more.
Tourist
Attractions in Vaishali
Just 55 kms away from capital city Patna, Vaishali is a small village
boasts of an impressive historical past. The excavations in the region
have brought out several historic structures related to Lord Buddha,
Mauryan King Ashoka and Lord Mahavira as well. Lord Buddha used to
visit Vaishali frequently, where as the Jain Tirthankar, Lord Mahavira
born on the outskirts of Vaishali....Read
more.
Tourist
Attractions in Shimla
One of India's most popular hill stations, picturesque Shimla is the
capital of northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Tourists in great
numbers visit Shimla all throughout the year. A place gifted with an
abundance of natural beauty, the landscape of Shimla is known for its
great diversity. Shimla is spread across 12 kms along a ridge and overlooks
some magnificent terraced....Read
more.
Jammu
Travel Guide
Jammu, the winter capital of the state of Jammu and Kashmir is perched
on the first sloping ridge rising from the plains of Punjab. The city
of Jammu forms part of the transition between Himalayan range in the
north and plains of Punjab in the south. Set against the picturesque
backdrop of the snow-capped Pir Panjal Mountains....Read
more.
Pahalgam
Hill Station
Pahalgam, one of the famous hill stations of India, lies at a distance
of 45 kms from the district headquarters Anantnag. Once a humble shepherd's
village, Pahalgam is situated at the confluence of the streams flowing
from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder river. Now Pahalgam is a premier
resort of Kashmir valley and remains cool even during the summers....Read
more.
Tourism
of Ladakh
The Moonland, 'Little Tibet', and 'the last Shangri La' are the names
which have been applied to Ladakh over the centuries. Situated in the
northern Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh is a miniature version
of Tibet. Ladakh is also called Lama Land as the place holds great
significance for Buddhists. The landscape of Ladakh is in sharp contrast
to that of rest of Kashmir....Read
more.
Tourist
Attractions in Leh
Flanked by the Great Indian Himalayas, the Karakoram and the Ladakh
and the Zanskar ranges, Ladakhs is a high-altitude desert and one of
the three geo-cultural regions of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Leh
is the principal town of Ladakh, also known as the 'land of high passes'
having the only airport of the region. Leh is a small town and make
finding your way round very easy....Read
more.
Srinagar
Tourism
Srinagar, the capital of state of Jammu and Kashmir is one of the most
beautiful cities in India. Situated on Dal Lake and the Jhelum river,
Srinagar is base for any holiday in Kashmir Valley and also the starting
point for trips to Ladakh. Srinagar is famous for lakes and the houseboats
floating on them. Three lakes grace the city of Srinagar....Read
more.
Bangalore
Tourism
Bangalore,
the high-tech city of India is the capital of the state of Karnataka.
The fifth largest city of India, Bangalore was founded in the early
16th century and became an important fortress city under Hyder Ali
and Tipu Sultan. Today Bangalore presents an exciting blend of old
and new, through its colonial-era buildings and newly constructed high
rising buildings....Read more.
Hassan
Travel Guide
Hassan is a town and district headquarters of Hassan district in the
state of Karnataka. Founded in the 11th century by Channa Krishnappa
Naik, a Palegar (chieften), Hassan is fourth largest city of the state.
Set an altitude of 934 mts above sea level, Hassan boasts of salubrious
climate similar to Bangalore. Hassan is named after 'Hasanamba....Read
more.
Mysore
Tourist Place
Situated 140 kms from Karnataka's IT City, Bangalore, Mysore is famous
world over for its exotic sandalwood and rich skills. Everywhere you
go in the 'Sandalwood City', you will find yourself enveloped with
the invigorating aromas of sandalwood, jasmine, rose, musk and a hundred
others. Untill India's independence in 1947, the city was the seat
of the Maharajas of Mysore....Read
more.
Hampi
Travel Guide
Hampi is a village located in northern Karnataka, on the banks of the
river Tungabhadra. Also called as "the City of Ruins", Hampi
was once the capital of Vijayanagar empire, the largest Hindu empire
in the history. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hampi lies within the
ruins of mighty Vijayanagar Empire. Of course, Hampi is mostly in ruined
state today....Read more.
Tourist
Attractions in Mangalore
Mangalore, the administrative headquarters of the Dakshina Kannada
(South Kanara) districts is the main port city of the South Indian
state of Karnataka. Situated on the southwestern corner of Karnataka
on the Arabian Sea, Mangalore is one of the major ports of India. Mangalore
is a historic town and it is known as one of most famous ports of south
India right from the 6th century....Read
more.
Udupi
Travel Guide
Udupi is an important town and district headquarters of the Udupi district
in the state of Karnataka. Situated on the west coast, 58 km north
of Mangalore, Udupi is one of South India's holiest Vaishnavite centres
and famous for its Krishna temple and delicious Udupi cuisine. Udupi
is a big town and the urban focus of the town is an open square surrounded
by a number of temples....Read
more.
Alappuzha
Alleppey or Alappuzha as it is known popularly, is one of the centrally
located districts in the state of Kerala. The district headquarters
and the main part of this city is situated on the western coastline
of India, with the Arabian Sea surrounding the western boundary. The
city is connected with the rest of the state via roads and rails....Read
more.
Tourism
of Kollam
Kollam is a small and beautiful town situated on the Ashtamudi Lake,
some 71 kms from Trivandrum, the capital city of Kerala. The town lies
in the lower quarters, that is towards the south of the state. Kollam
shares its eastern borders with the state of Tamil Nadu, the northern
side is bounded by Pathanamthitta, southern by Trivandrum and towards
the west lies the stretched....Read
more.
Kozhikode
Tourism
Kozhikode, formerly known as Calicut, lies sandwiched between the districts
of Kannur and Malappuram, in the state of Kerala. The town is located
towards the north of the state and is typically a coastal region with
the Arabian Sea stretching out in the east. Kozhikode is hooked with
all major means of transportation, roads, railways and airways....Read
more.
Tourist
Attractions in Thekkady
Thekkady is located in the Iddukki district of South Indian state,
Kerala. Thekkady is situated towards the lower end of the state and
close to the borders of the adjacent state, Tamil Nadu. The place is
about 60 kms from the central Idukki and exists as a wonderful tourist
place featuring hill stations, plantations and wildlife sanctuaries....Read
more.
Kumarakom
Kumarakom is situated near the Kottayam district of Kerala. The place
falls to the west of the district and about 16 kms from it. The place
is connected by roads to the rest of the city and the nearest railway
head is located at Kottayam. Kumarakom, more precisely is situated
on the banks of Vembanad Lake and as such features backwater regions....Read
more.
Munnar
Travel Guide
Munnar is a very famous hill station located some 130 kms from Kochi
in the state of Kerala. The place lies towards the east, in central
Kerala and its borders coincide with that of Tamil Nadu state. The
hill station is situated mainly in one of the taluks of Idukki district.
One more famous hill station, Kodaikanal, lies nearby, around 90
kms from Munnar....Read more.
Tourism
in Trivandrum
Thiruvananthapuram, formerly called as Trivandrum, is the capital
city of the southern state of India, Kerala. The place lies towards
the southern end of the state and the Indian sub continent, just
87 kms from the far southern end. The city is located on the low
lying hills of the Western Coast of India, interspersed by ridges
and lanes....Read more.
Indore
Travel Guide
Indore, the second largest city in Madhya Pradesh is also called
the commercial capital of the state. A big city in the Malwa region
of Central India, Indore lies just south of the Satpura range. Situated
at the confluence of the Saraswati and Kham rivers, Indore was an
important stopover for the pilgrims to Omkareshwar and Ujjain. In
the 18th century....Read more.
Gwalior
Travel Guides
Gwalior is a city in the extreme north-west of Indian state of Madhya
Pradesh, only 122 kms south of Agra. A historic city, Gwalior is known
for its very old magnificent fort which houses a number of ruined palaces
and interesting temples. In fact, the history of the Gwalior Fort goes
back over a thousand years and it remained the centre of power for
rulers of various dynasties....Read
more.
Orchha
Once an important centre of Bundela dynasty, the medieval city of Orchha
now abounds with its magnificent palaces and temples. It was built
by the Bundela rulers in the 16th and 17th centuries. Orchha was established
by the Bundela Rajput Chieftain, Rudra Pratap in the 16th century A.D.
Rudra Pratap who chose the beautiful stretch of land along the bend
of river Betwa....Read more.
Aurangabad
Aurangabad, a city in the West Indian State of Maharashtra is a gateway
for visiting the World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora. Situated
in the heart of Maharashtra state, Aurangabad lies along the right
bank of the Kham rivers. Now a modern city, Aurangabad is seeped in
medieval past, where ruined monuments overlook a bustling industrial
town....Read more.
Mumbai
Travel Guide
One of the metros of India, Mumbai is a city of glamour, of lively
people, of Hindi Film Industry - Bollywood, the model brigade, the
page 3 fashionastas, the business giants, the upstarts and so on. Earlier
known as Bombay, Mumbai is the capital of the West Indian state of
Maharasthra. Also called the commercial and entertainment capital of
India....Read more.
Pune
Pune also called Poona is a city located in the west Indian state of
Maharahstra. The second largest city in Maharashtra after Mumbai,
Pune is about 150 km east of Mumbai. Situated at the eastern edge
of the Western Ghats, Pune is bordered on the north by the river
Mula and to the west by the rive Mutha. Considered as the cultural
capital of Marathi speaking people....Read
more.
Bhubaneshwar
If you are looking for a vacation alongwith spiritual touch, then
Bhubaneshwar may be a right place for you. Once the capital of Kalinga
Empire, Bhubaneshwar is now Orissa's capital and a bustling centre
for commerce. Basically a 'temple town', Bhubaneshwar derives its
name from Tribhuvaneswara or Shiva, the "Lord of the Three
Worlds....Read more.
Puri
One of the major cities in Orissa, Puri is a historic place and a
renowned pilgrimage site as well. Puri forms the 'Golden Triangle'
in eastern India alongwith Bhubaneshwar and Konark. Puri is one of
the four holy dhamas of Hindus, the other three being Badrinath,
Dwarka and Rameswaram. Pious Hindus believe that the pilgrimage of
temples....Read more.
Amritsar
One of the most important city for Sikhs, Amritsar is second largest
city of Punjab after Chandigarh. In fact, you can consider Amritsar
second capital of Punjab because of being the hub of commercial activities.
For tourists, Amristar is an important tourist destination of North
India. Despite the politico-religious turbulences time and again....Read
more.
Ajmer
Ajmer lies towards the centre of the Rajasthan state. The place is
widely known for its pilgrimage places for Hindu and Muslim followers.
The famous Dargah Sharif of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti lies
in the city and is visited by thousands of devotees every year. The
history of Ajmer is varied due to frequent change of ruling power....Read
more.
Alwar
Amidst the hills of one of the oldest mountain ranges, Aravali, is
located this famous city, Alwar. The city, which was popular as Mewar,
in the past, presents one of the scenic places in the state of Rajasthan.
Alwar falls in the eastern part of Rajasthan and close to the Haryana
state border. The place is surrounded by the hills covering some
thick forests and lakes....Read
more.
Bikaner
Bikaner lies in the north west of Rajasthan with international
borders separating it from the adjacent country, Pakistan. The city
falls in the desert lands of the Rajasthan. Bikaner stands established
on elevated arid lands, its old part surrounded by walls that go
for seven kms and marked by fives entrance gates. The place is famous
for its unique culture and outlook....Read
more.
Bundi
Bundi is a small
town located in the South East of Rajasthan. It stands on the foothills
of a hill and is surrounded by the primordial Aravalli Hills. The
region was inhabited by a tribe called Meena and the place got its
named after the chieftain Bunda Meena. The region encompassing Bundi
and around was called Hadoti and used to be a seat of Chauhans....Read
more.
Jaipur
Jaipur, the capital of northern Indian state of Rajasthan is one
of the most visited cities of the country. Known as the 'pink city',
Jaipur preserves a myriad of legacies belonging to the mighty Rajput
rulers and aristocratic princes of the past. Pink may be the predominant
colour of this place's landscape, but Jaipur is actually a riot of
colours with magnificent palaces....Read
more.
Jaisalmer
In the middle of the desert, Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan
is not an oasis in the true sense of the term, but provides succour
to all by its beauty and charm. Jaisalmer remains a mystery for all
those who haven't visited the desert town as to how a place in the
midst of the desert could attract tourists in such great numbers.
Called the golden city....Read
more.
Ranakpur
Jain Temples
Ranakpur is a small township that lies some 63 kilometres from Udaipur
city. The place was named after Rana Kumbha who offered his land
for the construction of a great Jain temple. The place is famous
throughout the state for a number of splendid Jain temples, built
during the medieval times. It is one of the five main pilgrimage
sites for the Jains....Read
more.
Shekhawati
Shekhawati lies to the north of the capital city of Rajasthan, Jaipur
and includes the administrative districts of Churu, Jhunjhunu and Sikar.
Shekhawati came into limelight with the coming of the Marwari businessmen
in the 18th century. There was a continous conflict between the Rajputs
who already occupied the lands and the this class....Read
more.
Udaipur
If the colours pink and blue are common to the landscapes of Jaipur
and Jodhpur, Udaipur may very well be regarded as a vision in white
for its shining palaces and buildings in white marble. Udaipur is located
in the southern part of the state of Rajasthan. Mount Abu is to the
west of Udaipur while the town of Chittaurgarh is to its north....Read
more.
Rameswaram
Rameshwaram is an island situated in the gulf of manner at the very
tip of the Indian peninsula. A very important pilgrim centre of the
Indians. Rameshwaram is the place from where Lord Rama, built a bridge
across the sea to rescue his consort Sita, from her abductor, Ravana.
This is also the place where Rama worshipped Lord Shiva to cleanse
away the sin of killing Ravana....Read more.
Haridwar
Haridwar is regarded as one of the seven holiest pilgrimage destinations
of Hindu religion. A place of pilgrimage since time immemorial, Haridwar
is situated on the foothills of Himalayas. The holy pilgrimage destination
now lies in the newly carved state of Uttaranchal in northern India.
Also known as ‘Gateway to the Gods....Read
more.
Nainital
Once the home of noted conservationist Jim Corbett, Nainital is now popular as
the 'Lake City of India'. Situated at an altitude of around 1938 metres, Nainital
is the largest and one of the most popular hill resorts of Kumaon region. A glittering
jewel in the Himalayan necklace, Nainital has grown around a 'tal' (mountain-lake)....Read
more.
Agra
The dream destination Agra was founded by Sikandar Lodhi belonging to the Lodhi
dynasty in the 16th century. But it were the Mughals who catapulted Agra to a
great position by building a few splendid architectural masterpieces, of which
the Taj Mahal occupies the pride of place. Agra is located in western Uttar Pradesh
in between Mathura and Fatehpur Sikri....Read
more.
Lucknow
Lucknow the capital of north India state of Uttar Pradesh is popularly called
the 'City of Nawabs'. Once served as the centre of the nawabs of Avadh, Lucknow
is also referred to as the 'Golden city of the east' for its splendour. After
the decline of the Mughal empire, the nawabs of Avadh controlled this region
of north-central India and erected a number of interesting structures....Read
more.
Kolkata
Kolkata, earlier known as Calcutta is the capital of the Indian state of West
Bengal. One of the four metros of India, Kolkata is set on the east back of the
river Hoogly. An old city, Kolkata served as the capital of India untill 1911
during the the British rule, still you can witness the colonial imprints in its
streets....Read more.
Imphal
Imphal, the capital of the easternmost state of Manipur, is the centre of all
cultural, commercial and political activities. Manipur, popularly known as the "land
of jewels" splits up naturally into two parts - the hills and the plains.
The inhabitants of these two divisions have their own distinctive dialects, customs
and tribal costumes....Read more.
Kanyakumari
KANYAKUMARI - THE SOUTHERN MOST LAND TIP OF INDIA: Kanyakumari (also spelt as
Kanniyakumari) district is bounded by Tirunelveli district in the north and northeast,
by Kerala state in the northwest and confluence of Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean
in the west and south. The coastline is almost regular except for some points
of land projecting into the sea at Cape Comorin....Read
more.
Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal located amidst the folds of the verdant Pali hills is one of the most
popular serene hill stations in India, which mesmerizes any visitor. With her
wooded slopes, mighty rocks, enhancing waterfalls and a beautiful lake, Kodaikanal
is a charming hill station. Kodai is situated at an altitude of about 2,133-m
high and covers an area of 21.45-sq-km....Read
more.
Madurai
Madurai or the "city of nectar" is the oldest and second largest city
of Tamil Nadu. This city is located on Vaigai River and was the capital of Pandyan
rulers till the 14th century. The Pandyan king, Kulasekhara had built a gorgeous
temple around which he created a lotus shaped city. Mythology says when city
was being named....Read more.
Ooty
Udhagamandalam (Ooty), the capital of Nilgiri district, is popularly known as
the "Queen of hill stations' among the tourist circuits. It is situated
at a distance of 105 km away from Coimbatore. The height of the hills in the
Nilgiri range varies between 2280 and 2290 metres, the highest peak being Doddabetta
at a height of 2623 metres....Read more.
Thanjavur
The Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur is an architectural wonder and reflects
the artistic skills of the erstwhile Chola rulers who ruled peninsular India
in the early medieval period. Built by the Chola king Rajaraja I in the 11th
century, it is one of the tallest temples in the world. It was so designed that
the Vimana never casts a shadow at noon at any part of the year....Read
more.
Gurgaon
The district headquarter is situated in Gurgaon city. Now Gurgaon has become
one of the most important corporate and industrial hubs of Haryana. Gurgaon also
known as 'Guru Gram' or 'Guru Gaon' ( village of the spiritual teacher) was named
after Dronacharya, a character in the Epic Mahabharata. It is said that Guru
Dronacharya of the Pandavas....Read more.
Kurukshetra
Kurukshetra the holy pilgrimage in which 360 places of pilgrimage related to
the Mahabharata can be seen. It is one of those holy towns that have borne the
imprint of Lord Krishna's footsteps. Tradition holds that the great 18-day battle
between the Pandavas and Kauravas in which Lord Krishna played his enigmatic
part, as described in the pages of the epic Mahabharata....Read
more.
Burdwan
The district of Burdwan is predominantly
agricultural in its eastern part and highly industrialised in the west. It is
called "rice plate" of Bengal
for its abundant agri-fields and huge production of rice. In tourism scenario,
the district of Burdwan....Read more.
Murshidabad
A city of Nawabs and there splendours, Murshidabad, is situated on the banks
of the river Bhagirathi. The city is a witness to those events which have changed
the course of Indian history. The city is close to Plassey, a historic battleground.
Named after Nawab Murshid Quli Khan, the city is home to some of the best works
which depicts the medieval period of Indian history....Read
more.
Aizawal
Aizawl, the capital city of Mizoram which lies at the southern side border, is
a beautiful place that offers plenty of tourist attractions to tourists and habitants alike.
Besides its breathtaking beauty, Aizawl is the storehouse of all important Government
offices, State assembly house and civil secretariat. It also enhouses different
communities of mizos wherein they maintain peaceful....Read
more.
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