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Jerusalem Rentals – Enjoy Your Stay    By: Drus hah
When it comes to Jerusalem rentals, many people are opting for short-term furnished apartments for rent, rather than opting for costlier stay in hotels.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-09-04)
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Taxi San Jose Cab Believe That Renting A Taxi Should Be An Experience To Enjoy    By: Robin Joeblow
Taxi San Jose Cab is known among other San Jose taxi services as having the best customer service available. When ordering a yellow cab or taxi, the first thing most people look for is luxury assuming that a prime taxi is of utmost importance while quality of service is overlooked.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-09-04)
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Travelling From Mumbai To Mahabaleshwar    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Mahabaleshwar is a charming hill station nestled amidst the Western Ghats famous for its scenic beauty and imposing woods. Mahabaleshwar is most famous for its dense canopy of evergreen forests that attract tourists from all across the country. This hill station, like many other hill stations was discovered by the British, who then went on to make drastic changes in this once sleepy town and even made this their summer capital of Bombay province. This picturesque hill town brims with remnants of British architectural structures of a bygone era. The British influence can be seen in the huge colonial bungalows and other palatial structures that line the broad streets of Mahabaleshwar. The Mahabaleshwar Temple dedicated to Hindu god Lord Shiva is one of the region's most prominent attractions. It is believed by many devotees that the river Krishna that originates in Mahabaleshwar actually comes out of the mouth of a statue of a holy cow inside this temple complex. A 'Lingam' made of black stone is the main idol here, which is regarded to be the materialization of the divine. The Mahabaleshwar hills were named after this temple's idol Shiva who is also referred to as Lord Mahabali meaning great strength. The Rajpuri Caves in Panchgani with a Lord Karthikeya Temple that was constructed out of the sand taken from these caves is the main attraction here. Panchgani near Mahabaleshwar is a renowned picnic spot offering breathtaking views of the Dhom Dam backwaters and the luxuriant Krishna valley. With the wide array of experiences it offers, Mahabaleshwar offers one a tranquil holiday spot combined with the devoutness of a religious centre as well as an adventure destination. Situated at a distance of 266 km from Mumbai, the town of Mahabaleshwar is set at an elevation of 1,353 metres above sea level. Mumbai to Mahabaleshwar is well connected by road, which is the most popular way to travel. A journey of 5 and a half hours, this route covers the following towns: Khopoli, Tathawade, Wai and finally Mahabaleshwar. This route is dotted with several ATMs and hospitals which can be quite useful in times of emergency. The many restaurants and dhabas along the route also provide for excellent stopovers where one can stretch tired limbs and refuel our appetites too. Many tourists hire cabs or drive down in their own vehicle or rented car which takes an approximate 5 and a half hours to reach the destination. Driving down from Mumbai to Mahabaleshwar is ideal for group travel, especially those which involve seniors or children who would find the flexibility very comfortable. An average cab ride would incur a charge of around INR 15 to INR 30 per km depending upon the vehicle chosen.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-09-04)
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Easy Way - Bangalore To Kodaikanal    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Bangalore is a paradise for tourists with architectural landmarks, natural lakes, gardens and parks. It is an ideal place for job-seekers, particularly in the Information Technology field. The Silicon Valley of India, as Bangalore is called now, is the major exporter of Information Technology from India. Among the major attractions in the city are Bangalore Palace and Tipu Sultan Palace. Chikkajala Fort is situated on airport road. The city is known for some natural lakes like Hasaraghhatta, Hebbal and Ulsoor. Bangalore has large number of shrines. St. Mary's Church is the oldest church in Bangalore. Dargah Hazarath Tawakkal is visited by both Hindus and Muslims. Jumma Masjid is an imposing structure. The city is also dotted with large number of temples. Vidhan Soudha is a major attraction. Lalbaugh, Cubbon Park, Ashoka Pillar, Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium and Film City are visited by tourists in large numbers. Bangalore has also the prestigious Indian Institute of Science. Kodaikanal, with its rocks, woods and lovely lakes, is a popular hill station in South India. The hill station, situated at an altitude of 7200 ft above the sea level, is known for the unique flowering plant ‘Kurunji', which blooms only once in 12 years in December. Next blooming of the flower is due in 2018. Lakes are the star attractions in Kodaikanal. Berijam Lake covers an area of 24 hectares. Boating facility is available in Kodai Lake, which is star-shaped. Adjoining the lake is Bryant Park. Annual flower shows are held in the Park during summer. Coakers Walk and Green Valley View, which was earlier known as Suicide Point, are viewing points. Other sightseeing centres in Kodaikanal, which is known as the ‘Princess of Hill Stations', are Pillar Rocks, Devil's Kitchen, Guna Caves, Pine Forest and Kurinjiandavar Temple. Kodaikanal, a popular hill station in Tamil Nadu, is situated about 463 km from Bangalore. The nearest airport to reach Kodaikanal is Madurai (120 km). Coimbatore Airport (180 km) is another option. Taxis are available from both the airports. But going by flight from Bangalore to Madurai or Coimbatore and then hire a taxi to reach Kodaikanal is cumbersome. There is no direct train from Bangalore to Kodaikanal. One has to take a train from Bangalore to Kodaikanal Road station, which is about 80 km from Kodaikanal, and hire a taxi to reach the hill station. The convenient option is to go by road. Taxi cabs and private and tourist buses are available to travel from Bangalore to Kodaikanal. While taxi will take about eight hours, bus will take two hours more to reach the hill station. The bus fare ranges from Rs.340 to Rs.520. Accommodation options in the hill station range from high-ends to middle range and budget hotels.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-09-04)
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Bangalore To Ooty - Various Ways To Reach    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
The city of Bangalore located in the south Indian state of Karnataka is the IT capital of India. It has witnessed a lot of growth over the past decade. Bangalore is now referred to as the Silicon Valley of India. It is rich in culture as the residents come from different parts of India. The metropolis is easily accessible from anywhere in India. The fact that Bangalore enjoys a great deal of connectivity with all parts of the world also gels well with its popularity as a holiday destination and transit base. Ooty is a hill station that is much favoured as a holiday destination. It is located in south India in the state of Tamil Nadu. Ooty is known by different names such as Udagamandalm which is the official name, Ootacamund and Udhagai. It is a place of natural beauty and is a popular choice of honeymooning couples. It has a lot to offer to tourists with its beautiful lakes, abundant forests, botanical gardens and rich wildlife. It is an ideal holiday destination as it is more affordable compared to other hill stations. It is well connected by road and rail. Ootacamund or Ooty is situated at an altitude of 2286 m. The airport nearest to Ooty is located at a distance of 100 km in Coimbatore. It will take 1 hour and 45 minutes to reach Ooty from Coimbatore by road. There are direct flights to Coimbatore from Calicut, Chennai, Mumbai and Bangalore. There are 6 daily flights that ply from Bangalore to Coimbatore. It takes about an hour to reach Coimbatore from Bangalore which is located at a distance of 228 km. The nearest broad gauge railway station from Ooty is Mettupalayam at a distance of 46 km by road. Coimbatore is the nearest major railway junction. Some of the trains that ply from Bangalore to Mettupalayam include Kongu Express (12648), Bangalore City- Ernakulam Intercity Express (12677), Mumbai CST- Trivandrum Weekly Express (16331), Hubli- Kochuveli Weekly SF Express (12777), Rajkot- Coimbatore Express (16613), Bangalore- Kochuveli Tri-Weekly Express (16315), Bangalore- Ernakulam Weekly Superfast Express (22608) and Bangalore Thiruvanathapuram Weekly Express (16321). You can reach Ooty from Mettupalyam via road which takes about 2 hours or via the meter gauge train which takes about 5 hours. The hill station is connected to all the major cities via road. The distance from Bangalore to Ooty by bus is about 310 km. There are both Government controlled and private run buses that ply from Bangalore to Ooty. The bus fare depends on the type of bus you select for your trip. You can also hire taxis with costs ranging from Rs. 6.50 per km to Rs. 11.50 km for various types of taxis.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-09-04)
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How To Reach From The Towns Of Mysore To Ooty    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Mysore and Ooty are two popular tourist destinations in India. Both the places are clubbed together in many of the tour packages due to their nearness. Mysore known as the City of Palaces and Ooty known as the Queen of Hill Stations are the most sought after tourist destinations in South India. And so, they are well connected with each other by rail and road. Ooty is located at a distance of about 127 km away from Mysore. The best way to reach Ooty from Mysore is by car which takes a travel time of about 3 hours. The main place covered during the journey from Mysore to Ooty are Nanjangudu at about 25 km from Mysore, Gundlupet 37 km away from there, 56 km far from Gundalpetu is Kadasholai and at a distance of 11km away from Kadasholai is Ooty. The nearest airport to Ooty is at Coimbatore. There are no direct flights from Mysore to Coimbatore. Thus journey by flight is not possible directly from Mysore to Ooty. There are no direct trains available from Mysore to Ooty. So journey by train to Ooty from Mysore is also not recommended. The nearest railway station to Ooty that provide train services from Mysore is at Coimbatore. A number of private taxis and cabs are available from Mysore to reach Ooty. The travel time between Mysore and Ooty by car is about 3 hours. The journey is interesting since it passes many jungle bungalows and forests. Private taxis and cabs can charge from 12 rupees to 55 rupees per kilometer depending upon the type of vehicle chosen by the traveler. There are direct buses available to travel from Mysore to Ooty. The journey by bus takes about 4 hours to reach Ooty from Mysore. There are government buses as well as private bus services to travel from Mysore to Ooty. Ooty bus station is located in the city center itself. Since roadways are the only easiest and comfortable mode of transportation between Mysore and Ooty, the most recommended mode is also the same. Journey by car is most suitable for families with kids, group travelers and senior citizens, to travel from Mysore to Ooty. Journey by bus from Mysore to Ooty is suited for youngsters, backpackers and individual travelers. There are a lot of restaurants, ATMs and petrol bunks on the way to Ooty from Mysore. Those travelers with traveling sickness will have to take extra breaks in between the travel from Mysore to Ooty since the way can be hilly with lot of twists and turns. But due to the short hours of travel, journey to Ooty from Mysore is considered to be comfortable.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-09-04)
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Dalhousie - A Paradise For Tourists    By: soni sajjan
Dalhousie is located in northern India in Himachal Pradesh. It gets this name after Lord Dalhousie, India's Viceroy once upon a time. Dalhousie is one of the most beautiful places in India. It made a perfect retreat destination during summer for the British troops as well as bureaucrats.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-09-04)
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Explore Heaven On Your Trip To Kerala    By: Shivam Tomar
In India there is no shortage of tourist destinations that can leave you mesmerized. However, among them, Kerala holds a very special and important position.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-09-04)
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Fuente De Piedra Lagoon In Spain    By: Frederick Pollard
Spain is one country that is made up of every kind of natural feature as well as manmade features all of which add to its popularity among tourists and all kinds of holidaymakers.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-09-04)
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Memorable Holiday To Spain    By: Frederick Pollard
Spain is definitely one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world attracting thousands of tourists from all parts of the world. The most outstanding thing about Spain is that it has everything that any tourist could be looking for.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-09-04)
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