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Kovalam - Accommodation In The Paradise Of The South    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Kovalam is one of the most popular beaches of Kerala. Located at a distance of about 13 kilometers from the capital city of Tiruvananthapuram, Kovalam is an enchanting beach destination of Kerala. Kovalam literally means ‘Grove of Coconut Trees'. As the name suggests, Kovalam is interweaved with lofty coconut palms everywhere. Seated amidst picturesque surroundings, Kovalam is generally called the ‘Paradise of the South'. Kovalam came to the limelight in 1920s when the Maharani Sethu Lakshmi Bai of Travancore built her beach resort here. By 1930s, the European guests of the Travancore Empire discovered the tourism potential of Kovalam. But it was the mass influx of hippies in the 1970s that propelled Kovalam into a major tourist destination of the country. Soon, the sleepy fishing village of Kovalam transformed itself into one of the most favoured beach destinations of the country. Kovalam beach is 17 kilometers long, and consists of three beaches separated by boulder outcrops. The three beaches - Lighthouse, Hawa, and Samudram - together form the famous crescent of Kovalam beach. Of the three, the Lighthouse beach is the largest of the three and got its name from the old Vizhinjam lighthouse located on the rocky protrusion (Kurumkal hillock) here. It is the most frequented beach of Kovalam. Hawa Beach (Eve's Beach), the second largest beach in Kovalam, got its name from the topless European women who used to throng the place. Samudra Beach is separated from other beaches of Kovalam by a large boulder. As such, it is not thronged by tourists like the other beaches. Samudra beach can be reached by de-touring past Kovalam junction or by walking along the sea wall. The Shallow waters of Kovalam beaches that extend for hundreds of metres present ideal settings for swimming. Kovalam, as an international tourist destination is replete with accommodation options. Kovalam Hotels cover a wide range of categories like budget, premium, resort and luxury among others. Some of the prominent Kovalam Hotels are Hotel Uday Samudra, Leela, Kovalam Beach Resort, Taj Green Cove Resort, Sagara Beach Resort, Pappukutty Beach Resort, The Travancore Heritage, Palmshore Beach Resort, Coconut Bay Beach Resort, Country Spa Wellness Beach Resort, Country Club Treasure Cove, Kovalam Beach Retreat, Samudra Hotel, Thushara, Hotel, Hill & Sea View Beach Resort, Sea Face, Hotel, Surya Samudra Private Retreats, Turtle on the Beach, Hawah Beach Resort, Rockholm Hotel and Blue Sea Hotel, to list a few. Some of the facilities offered by the Kovalam Hotels include Air Conditioned accommodation, laundry services, multi-cuisine restaurant, 24 hour coffee shop, pick and drop facilities, valet parking and internet connection, to list a few. Some Kovalam Hotels offer their guests various attractive packages as well as travel assistance.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-27)
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Jaipur - Royal Stay In The Walled City    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Known popularly by the 'Pink city', Jaipur is a favourite destination for the tourists. The capital city of Rajasthan, Jaipur was founded in the year 1727 by the ruler of Amber, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Initially Amber was the capital of Rajasthan and later the Maharaja changed the capital to Jaipur. The long huge walls and the marvelous forts signify the great architectural caliber of Rajputs. Jaipur, also called the 'Walled City', is a shoppers' paradise. Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Jal Mahal, Nahargarh Fort, The City Palace are some of the famous forts in Jaipur. Nahargarh Fort was the residence of the Maharaja. The Maharaja Jaisingh II was well known for his great knowledge in astronomy and he designed and took initiative for the construction of the city of Jaipur. The Janthar Manthar is a set of buildings used for astronomical calculations built by Maharaja. In the category of Jaipur Hotels we can see several hotels in various ranges for a relaxed accommodation to the tourists. Jaipur Hotels include luxury hotels, medium luxury hotels, heritage hotels and budget hotels. In the peak seasons the rooms are booked in advance so one has to plan the trip as early as possible. There are around 22 five star rated hotels in Jaipur. Some of the best five star hotels in Jaipur are Country Inn and Suites by Carlson, Four Points by Sheraton, Chokhi Dhani - The Ethnic Village Resort, Jaipur Marriott Hotel, Trident, Holiday Inn and Le Meridien among others. These hotels provide all services like telephone, television, Bar service, fitness centre, swimming pool, laundry service, parking facility and beauty salon. The rate of the room starts from Rs. 2700/-. The main four star hotels in the area are Sarovar Portico, Park Inn, Vesta International, Fortune Bella Casa, Hotel Peppermint, Hotel Jaipur Ashok and Royal Orchid Centre among others. They arrange conference and meeting facilities for their business guests. These hotels offer all facilities like conference hall, travel desk, gym, internet, car hire service and laundry service. The tariff of these hotels starts from around Rs. 2000/-. Some of the best budget hotels in the category of Jaipur Hotels are Purohit Hotel, Konarak Palace Hotel, Rainbow Hotel, Paradise Continental Hotel, Siddharth Hotel and Krishna Villa. These hotels also provide you with car parking facility, laundry service, travel desk and sightseeing arrangement. The room tariff of these hotels starts from Rs. 500/-. The city of Jaipur is well connected by good network of roads to Delhi and other states of India. Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation's (RSRTC) buses ply to Delhi, 200 km from here, Haryana and many other states. The best time to visit Jaipur is from October to March.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-27)
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Agra - The Jewel In The Crown    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Agra, the Mughal City, is situated in the state of Uttar Pradesh on the banks of the river Yamuna. During the Lodhi and the Mughal dynasties, Agra was the capital of Hindustan. The city exhibits the great caliber of the Mughal architectural work in its forts and monuments which still stand as the remainder of the Mughal era. The one such elegant monument which found a place in the modern Seven Wonders of the World is the Taj Mahal. Besides Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri and Agra Fort are included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Agravana was the name given to Agra in some epics like Mahabharata and the city was considered the abode of Aryans. The city of Agra was established by Sikender Lodhi of Lodhi dynasty. Later the city was captured and ruled by Mughal dynasty ruler, Babur. Babur, the first Mughal Emperor, started the construction work for the development of Agra. He was the man who built some monuments and the Persian style garden. Akbar, the grandson of Babur, contributed a lot to the development of the modern Agra. The tomb of Akbar, also called Sikandra, is situated nearby. Sikandra, famous for its architectural beauty, is visited by a lot of people all year around. It was during the reign of Shahjahan, the grandson of Akbar, the Taj Mahal was built in the memory of his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal built completely of white marble and has four towers. The beautiful art work on the marble is eye catching and it took 23 years to complete the construction of the Taj Mahal. Agra Fort, made of red stones, was constructed on the other side of the river Yamuna. A lot of festivals and fairs are conducted in Agra to attract tourists and some of them are Urs, Agra Mahotsav, Kailash Fair, Bateswar Fair, Barsana Holi and Janmashtami. Agra Mahotsav is a craft and cultural fair celebrated on 18th to 27th of February annually. Several tourists participate in this 10 day long festival and is started with marvelous procession of elephants and camels in Mughal fashion. Exhibitions of various crafts, brass items and silk sarees are found here during the festival time. Agra Packages by various tour operators provide you the best possible offer to enjoy the city. The nearest airport to Agra is Kheria Airport which is 8 km away. Normal petrol or diesel vehicles are not allowed to enter the Taj Mahal premises and you may take either a non polluted battery operated vehicle or a horse cart. There are four railway stations in Agra which connect all the other major cities. Buses ply from nearby cities to Agra which are very comfortable.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-27)
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Bangalore - The Unique Cosmopolitan City    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Bangalore, the IT city, is the capital of the Karnataka state situated in the southern part of India. This cosmopolitan city exhibits diverse culture and tradition. The city is also known by the 'Garden City' as the city is home to lot of gardens and parks. The city is comfortable to live in and the people are very hospitable to deal with too. This city is often called the 'The Pensioner's Paradise'. The nice climate throughout the year makes many investors in India and abroad to start up several companies especially in the field of Information Technology. Bangalore, officially called Bengaluru, is a fast growing industrial city in Asia. The history shows the name Bengaluru is derived from benda-kaal-uru which means the place of boiled beans. The legend behind the name is that the tired and hungry king Veera Bhallala II lost his way in a forest and was offered boiled beans by a poor old lady. Happy and satisfied by the hospitality of the lady, he called the place the name benda-kaal-uru and later became Bengaluru. The city was under different rulers and the British took over the city from Krishnaraja Wodeyar II. Wodeyars contributed much to the development of the city of Bangalore like gardens and parks but the modern facilities like railway, post office and other departments were built during the British rule. Bangalore Packages are the best option to enjoy the main attractions in Bangalore which include Lal Bagh, Cubbon Park, Bangalore Palace, The palace of Tippu Sultan and Vidhan Soudha and many other gardens and parks. Lal Bagh is a famous botanical garden established under the rule of Tipu Sultan. This garden holds a huge collection of tropical plants and trees with abundant greenery. Flower shows are organized in Lal Bagh annually which attracts tourist as well as students from different cities. Cubbon Park is a beautiful place in the heart of the city of Bangalore which has an area of 300 acres, consists of numerous varieties of flora. Cubbon Park is named after Sir Mark Cubbon, a commissioner of British India. The climate of Bangalore is very pleasant and even in the summer the maximum temperature is around 35 degree Celsius. The winter is best time to visit the city as the temperature never drops below 10 degrees. Though it can be visited throughout the year but from September to February is the ideal time to travel around the city. As the city has diverse culture and tradition, there are a lot of restaurants with a variety of foods can be found in the main city. Apart from all types of Indian cuisine, Chinese, Italian, Mexican, Thai, Portuguese, Japanese and continental foods are available in the restaurants.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-27)
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Bangalore - Uniquely Different    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Bangalore is situated in the state of Karnataka and is known by various sobriquets such as Garden City, Pensioners Paradise and Silicon Valley of India. This city is a tourists' delight and is dotted by various attractions such as palaces, gardens, churches, temples, museums and historical monuments. Bangalore is also a much sought after destination among tourists for its many shopping avenues and clubbing scene in the city. The city with its many luxury malls and street shopping options is a favourite among shopaholics of all tastes and is is sure to entice all. Bangalore has a very happening club scene with its many pubs and clubs that play hosts to world renowned DJs. These cubs are also a favourite haunt among the young crowd of the city. Apart from the pub culture in the city, it is also a happening place for those interested in the more refined arts of theatre, classical music, dance and others. Bangalore is also home to a large number of parks that are included in numerous Bangalore Packages, of which the most famous are Lalbagh and Cubbon Park. Apart from these above mentioned parks, other places of interest in the city include the Tipu Sultan Summer Palace, Bangalore Palace and Mayo Hall. These are the most prominent among all of Bangalore's historical structures. Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace is a two storied wooden structure ornate with carved pillars, arches and with many scenic balconies that was built in 1791. Bangalore Palace another attraction in the city of Bangalore is believed to have been inspired by the Windsor Castle and is said to have been built in the Tudor style by the Wodeyar King at an exorbitant cost of Rs 1 million back in 1880. While Bangalore Museum and Vishweshwaraiah Museum are also two prominent features of Bangalore Packages that are visited by families with young children with a curious bent of mind, Iskcon Temple, Bull Temple, St Mary's Basilica, St Patrick's Church and the Masjid-e-Khadria are some of the popular places of worship here in Bangalore. Two other prominent landmarks here are the St Mark's Cathedral and the ISKCON Temple which are part of many religious Bangalore Packages. St. Mark's Cathedral was founded in 1808 and consecrated by the Bishop of Calcutta. The ISKCON Temple popular for its uniquely modern and traditional architecture and practices, is a favoured tourist destination that is visited not just as a place of worship but also as a tourist attraction. The Vidhana Soudha is built out of dressed Bangalore granite and houses the Legislative Chambers of the state government. Vishweshwaraiah Science and Industrial Museum pays tribute to M Vishweshwaraiah, who was one of the pioneer architects of modern Karnataka.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-27)
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Agra - Visit The Seventh Wonder    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Agra is an ancient city set by the banks of the river Yamuna in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The city of Agra is most famous for its numerous Mughal monuments that dot its landscape. Among the many interesting sightseeing options in the city, the most famous one is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Taj Mahal. Voted as one among the Seven Wonders of the World, Taj Mahal is a beautiful mausoleum made entirely out of white marble that was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal and is today a symbol of eternal love. Tourists from all over the world flock to see this beautiful monument whose beauty is enhanced by blooming gardens with flowers of various hues, shapes and sizes and a canopy of shady trees through which flow aesthetically designed waterways culminating in magnificent fountains. The Taj is said to have been built Incorporating architectural designs from Turkish, Persian and Indian styles and is believed to have taken over 20 years and thousands of artisans, craftsmen and other skilled labourers for it to be completed. Although the white domed structure is the main and most widely recognized of the Taj's s features, the many ornate minars are also important features of the Taj. Agra is home to a variety of other interesting places to visit apart from the Taj. These marvelous monuments are best enjoyed by availing the many Agra Packages that take tourists on a detailed tour to all these monuments. Most of the Agra Packages also include a guided tour with guides who are proficient in various Indian and foreign languages. Fatehpur Sikri and Agra Fort are the next most popular of all the tourist destinations that feature prominently in the numerous Agra Packages. Fatehpur Sikri is situated a short drive from the famous Taj Mahal. Built in the 16th century by the Mughal emperor Akbar, this colossal monument contains many other prominent structures inside it such as the Jama Masjid, Mariam-uz-Zamani Palace, Buland Darwaza, Tomb of Salim Chisti and Panch Mahal. The Agra Fort is another attraction here, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site that includes the Anguri Bagh Gardens, Diwan-i-Khas, Jahangir's Palace, Ladies' Bazaar, Moti Masjid, Nagina Masjid and the Shish Mahal inside its premises. Itmad-ud-Daulah Tomb that is also referred to as 'Baby Taj' owing to the similarity to Taj Mahal, is another attraction included in the Agra Packages. Other attractions part of Agra Packages are the Sikandra, Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, Jama Masjid, Diwan-i-Am and Buland Darwaza. Few other popular monuments in Agra are the Chini Ka Rauza, Soami Bagh Samadh and Tomb of Akbar the Great.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-27)
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Agra - In The City Of Taj    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Agra is famous for the Taj Mahal and millions of tourists from all over the world come here every year to appreciate this architectural wonder. Located on the banks of the River Yamuna, Agra is probably the most visited city in India. A visit to India is incomplete without a visit to this historical city situated in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Agra has always been a bustling city right from the ancient times. Agra is mentioned in the Mahabharata as the forest of Agraban close to Mathura. History books say that it was Badal Singh who founded Agra in 1475. Sikandar Lodhi captured Agra and made it his capital city, later only to be defeated by Babur. Agra then became the seat of the great Mughal rulers for many years, and there are a number of historical monuments in and around Agra, dating back to the 16th and 17th century built in the contemporary Mughal style. The Mughal's loved symmetry and all their architecture has been converted into beautiful monuments such as Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri and Sikandra. Agra was at its Zenith during the time in power of Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jahan. Akbar made it the center of art, culture, commerce and learning and he laid the foundation of Agra which was known as Akbarabad, then. A lot of hotels and tour operators offer special Agra packages to the visitors who come to this city. An Agra package would include a day itinerary, followed by the majority of tourists who come in to Agra. This day trip would include a mandatory visit to the Taj Mahal, followed by one to Agra Fort, Sikandra and then on to Fatehpur Sikri, on the outskirts of the city. Taj Mahal was built as a mark of remembrance for Shah Jahan's beautiful queen, Mumtaz Mahal; he spent 22 years to erect this marble marvel. Agra Fort is where Shah Jahan was imprisoned by Aurangazeb while Sikandra is where Emperor Akbar was laid to rest. Agra has one of the largest leather industry is India. The small alley ways of Agra's market is lined with numerous shops dealing with leather products ranging from footwear, bags and jackets. The other important item to shop for in Agra is the artefacts made of marble. Also to take back is the souvenir of the city's premier icon, the Taj Mahal. Miniature models made of marble can be bought all over Agra's markets. Do not forget to buy the famous Agra Petha, a sweet made with sugar and ash gourd. The summer's can be extremely hot and the winters quite cold. Agra is well-connected and easily accessible by road, rail and air.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-27)
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An Overview Of Barcelona, Catalonia!    By: MyBarcelona uk
Barcelona is a child-friendly place and there is a lot that kids will enjoy. For a start there's the Zoo in Parc Ciutadella, the zoo is large and will provide a days easy entertainment for kids and adults. Or there is the aquarium which is the largest in Europe and is always fun.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-27)
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Online Cab Service To Ajmer, Pushkar And Jaipur From Delhi    By: travelvirtual city
Booking cabs in earlier days made easy through online services in travel industry. Delhi is being a major political centre and is a commercial centre people from different places make a visit to this City.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-27)
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Online Cab Service To Dehradun, Haridwar & Rishikesh From Delhi    By: travelvirtual city
Booking cabs in earlier days made easy through online services in travel industry. Delhi is being a major political centre and is a commercial centre people from different places make a visit to this City.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-27)
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