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Bangalore Packages - The It City   By: rashmiranjan patil
Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka, is often referred to as the Garden City. Strategically located at an altitude of 1000 metres above sea level, Bangalore, also known as Bengaluru, has a very pleasant climate throughout the year. This cool climate has attracted a lot of retired people to make Bangalore their home giving the city another nickname 'The Pensioner's Paradise'. Bangalore is also called the core for India's information technology sector with numerous soft ware companies opening offices here. Bangalore got its name from the word 'Bendha Kaalu' (which means boiled beans in Kannada). The story is that once King Veera Ballala of the Vijayanagara Kingdom was lost in a forest and he came across a hut where an old woman lived. The lady offered the King the boiled beans, and thus the place came to be known as 'Bendha kaalu ooru' (the land of boiled beans). Bendha kaalu ooru later came to be known as Bengaluru. Bangalore was found by Kempe Gowda. Bangalore was also ruled by a number of rulers and dynasties, including the rulers of the Vijayanagara Empire and Tipu Sultan. A lot of travel agents and tour operators offer tailor made Bangalore Packages to the numerous visitors coming to Bangalore. If you are a nature lover choose a Bangalore Package which would include a visit to the numerous parks and gardens in around the city. The main gardens in Bangalore are Cubbon Park, Lumbini Gardens, Bugle Rock Park, and Lal Bagh Gardens. Flower shows and exhibitions are organised in these gardens. It also includes different types of Bangalore Hotels and Resorts in Bangalore. A visit to the Bannerghatta Biological Park will be an ideal option for the kids. Here visitors are taken around the park in caged vans and can enjoy the wildlife. Most of the Bangalore Packages would include the other main attractions in and around Bangalore that are the Bangalore Palace, Vidhana Soudha, Visvesvaraya Museum, Gavi Gangadeshwara Cave Temple, HAL Aerospace Museum, Bull Temple, Bangalore's Secretariat and State Legislature building, Bull temple, ISKON temple, Tipu's palace, and Nandi hills. One can also take one day trips to nearby places like Bandipur, Nagarhole, Srirangapatna, Coorg, Mysore, Chikmagalur, Ooty and Wayanad. Bangalore has an efficient public transport system, Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC), that have a fleet of air conditioned buses for the convenience of the tourists. The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) and private buses connects Bangalore to all the major cities in Karnataka and other states. Bangalore City Railway station and Yesvantpur Junction are the main railway stations in Bangalore. The mass rapid transit system in Bangalore is called the Namma Metro and has currently started operation. Bangalore, being a cosmopolitan city, has all the modern amenities and facilities at a world class level.(read entire article)
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Agra Packages - Marble Works   By: rashmiranjan patil
An Agra package, offered by tour operators, 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. A visit to India is incomplete without a tour to the city of Agra, where Taj Mahal, the seventh wonder of the world is situated. Taj Mahal symbolises love and is one of the most graceful and extravagant monuments in India. Situated in the district of Uttar Pradesh, Agra attracts thousands of tourists every year, to view the epitome of endless love and devotion of Emperor Shah Jehan to his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal, the mausoleum of Mumtaz, is also known as an architectural marble wonder. Taj Mahal was built after 12 years of hard labour of about 20,000 labourers and millions of rupees went into its making. Taj Mahal has a main gateway or 'Darwazah', the garden with its ingenious waterways or 'Bageecha', the mosque or 'Masjid', the rest house or 'Naqqar Khana' and the main tomb building or 'Rauza'. The graves are kept inside the Taj Mahal and the cenotaphs are placed just above them to be viewed by the general public. Agra Fort took eight years and thirty-five lakh rupees to complete and is one of the largest fortified residences built by the Mughal Empire. Shah Jahan was imprisoned by Aurangazeb inside the Agra Fort. From the Agra Fort he could view her tomb daily. Fatehpur Sikri , originally named Sikri, was founded when Fatehpur (Victory Town) was erected to celebrate Akbar's conquest of Gujarat in June 1573. Emperor Akbar was laid to rest at Sikandra another architectural marvel. It was also the famous dwelling place and khanqah of Shiekh Salim Chishti, the famous Sufi saint whom Akbar revered for blessing him with child. Akbar started building his own mausoleum, but his son Jehangir completed his tomb, popularly known as Sikandra after Sikandra Lodi. The tomb has three-storeyed red sandstone minarets and beautiful gardens surrounding the mausoleum. Agra is also home to other structures like Itmad-Ud-Daulah's Tomb, often referred to as ‘Baby Taj', owing to the similarity in architecture between the two, Chini Ka Rauza and Soami Bagh Samadh which are included in most of the Agra packages. Even such packages offer budget hotels in Agra and affordable resorts in Agra for the convenient of the travellers. Agra has one of the largest leather industries dealing with leather products ranging from footwear, bags and jackets. The other important item to shop for in Agra is marble items. Agra Petha, a sweet made with sugar and ash gourd is also worth a try. Agra is well-connected and easily accessible by road, rail and air.(read entire article)
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Wayanad Hotels - Living In The Forests   By: rashmiranjan patil
Wayanad is a heavenly destination both for the vacationing and business traveller, thus making it a popular tourist spot. Wayanad, a quaint hill district in the north of Kerala is a region of immense beauty and a dazzling variety of flora and fauna. Wayanad is dotted with mountains, dense tropical forests, spectacular waterfalls and streams. Some of the tourist spots are Chembra Peak, Edakkal Caves, Kuruva Islands, Pakshipathalam, Pazhassi Raja Tomb, Pookot Lake, Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, Kanthanpara Waterfalls, Soochippara Waterfalls and the Banasura Sagar Dam. Wayanad also has temples like the Jain Temple, Thirunelli Temple, Valliyoorkavu Temple, Sita-Luva-Kusha Temple and Thrissilery Shiva Temple. Being a popular destination and an ideal stop over for tourists travelling to Kerala, Mysore, Coorg and Ooty, Wayanad has a lot of choices of hotels, be it luxury, budget, eco lodges or home stays. Some of the five star luxurious Wayanad hotels are Rain Country Resorts, Meenmutty Heights, Vythiri Resort, Harithagiri Ayurvedic Village and Resort, Edakkal Hermitage, and the Banasura Hill Resort to name a few. These Wayanad Resorts are set in the most picturesque of places and the view from these resorts is also breathtaking. Most of these star hotels include facilities like 24 hour restaurant, coffee parlour, cycling, jacuzzi tub, badminton, bonfire, jungle trekking, airport pick and drop, railway station transfer, jogging track and travel desk service. Being essentially a forest area, the forest department has numerous tourist lodges and inspection bungalows located near the numerous wild life sanctuaries situated around Wayanad. These Hotels in Wayanad have only the basic amenities and it is always better to book well in advance and carry your own provisions. To book rooms in the forest guest house you will have to approach the Chief Forest Officer. The Forest Bungalow in Thirunelli offers two double rooms and a dormitory. The rooms cost Rs 500 a night and the dormitories Rs. 100 a bed. There will be no phones or electricity connection. Another popular Wayanad Hotels are the tree houses, eco lodges and tented accommodation. One has to reach the tree house using an ingenious self-propelling elevator made out of cane and counter balanced by the weight of water. A lot of camps and home stays are also available in Wayanad. Green Gales Hotel has set up a camp near the Kabini River near Kuruva islands and organises all sorts of adventurous activities like rafting, trekking and fishing. You can also try out the beautiful home stays in Wayanad and enjoy the hospitality and homely food in these Wayanad Hotels. Home stays may cost from Rs. 2000 upwards depending on the facilities provided. The nearest airport is Karipur international airport in Kozhikode and the nearest railway station is the Kozhikode railway station.(read entire article)
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Jaipur Hotels - Hospitality With Heritage   By: rashmiranjan patil
The Pink City of Jaipur which is also the capital of the biggest state in India, Rajasthan has always held an important position in the history and heritage of India. For the same reason it also holds a place of immense importance in the tourism sector of India. A major destination in the Golden Triangle of Agra-Jaipur-Delhi, Jaipur as a tourist destination has a lot to offer for those in search of the cultural background and rich heritage of India. Jaipur becomes all the more favorable as a tourist destination due to the presence of a number of accommodations that fit the pockets of all kinds of travelers. Jaipur Hotels ranges from luxury hotels to budget ones. Delightfully located in the cape of the deserts of Rajasthan, Jaipur Hotels take pride in serving their guests to the maximum. The air inside the palaces which are now turned into heritage hotels resonates with the valour and heroism of the Rajputs. The five star hotels of Jaipur treat you like a royalty. The Rambagh Palace, Jaipur which belongs to the Taj group of hotels is the most spectacular and expensive five star hotel in Jaipur. The hotel offers a variety of rooms like luxury and palace rooms, historical suites, royal suites, grand royal suites and grand presidential suites. Fine dining, spa and recreation facilities are also available here. The Royal Honeymoon Jaipur package of the Rambagh Palace charges between 70,000 rupees to 1 lakh rupees depending upon the type of room for a two night stay. Hotel Pride Resort run by the Pride group of hotels is yet another five star hotel which is favored by many. Five star hotels by Oberoi and Marriott also run successfully in Jaipur. ITC Rajputana, Jaipur is also a famous five star hotel in Jaipur. The wonderful monuments, forts, lakes and the remnants of the Rajputs make Jaipur one of the most colorful historical cities in India. The names of a few other luxury hotels that give a royal treatment include Naila Bagh Palace Heritage Home Hotel, Fort Madhogarh, and Village Sancharia, The Trident Hotel and Westin. The main mid-range Jaipur Hotels are Hotel Megh Niwas, Krishna Palace, Naila Bagh Palace, Hotel Umaid Lake Palace, Jaipur Inn, Sumathi Villa, Hotel Mandakini Nirmal, Hotel Mandakini Castle, Arya Niwas Hotel, Hotel Classic Holidays, Loharu house, Umaid Bhawan, Umaid Mahal, Sarang Palace, Colonel's homestead Jaipur, Deogarh Mahal and Anurag Vilas. The main budget Jaipur hotels Booking include, Hotel Kalyan, Hotel Ramsingh Palace, Chit Chat Guest House, Krishna Palace, Bhim Vilas, Youth Hostel, Pearl Palace, Pink Petals Inn, Satkar Hotel, Sudheer Palace Guest House, The Karan's Guest House, Explorer's Nest, Arya Niwas, Athithi Guest House, Sangam Hotel, Karni Niwas and Pink City Guest House.(read entire article)
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Bangalore Hotels - Lodging In India's Silicon Valley   By: rashmiranjan patil
Bangalore, a fast growing metropolitan city, is the capital of Karnataka situated on the Deccan plateau. Officially known as Bengaluru, Bangalore is nicknamed the 'Garden City' also as the city is home to several amazing parks and gardens. Bangalore is acquired the prestigious dignity as the technological capital of India as the city houses a lot of multinational software companies and public sector enterprises. The beautiful sprawling gardens, parks, flowers and above all the soothing climate attract the tourists to Bangalore. Bangalore packages include Lal Bagh, Cubbon Park, Bangalore Palace, The palace of Tipu Sultan and Vidhan Soudha and many other gardens and parks. Lal Bagh is a famous botanical garden built under the rule of Tipu Sultan. Lal Bagh comprises of a lot of tropical plants and flowers and is a popular hub for tourists especially for students. The annual Flower shows are a major attraction for the tourists who visit from across the country. Now the city is under the threat of commercialization as several malls, pubs, shopping arcade and theatres are found a place here. Bangalore Hotels include all types of accommodations from luxury to budget type with different rates according to the traveller's budget. The luxury hotels offer royal facilities and the rates are comparatively higher too. Some of the budget types are available for a cheap rate of Rs. 400/- to Rs. 600/-. Bangalore Resorts are also very useful because of their wonderful location and reasonable price. Some of the high luxury accommodations in the area are ITC Hotel Windsor Sheraton and Towers, Paul Hotel, Vivanta by Taj, Ista Hotel, Savannah Sarovar Premiere Hotel, Leela Palace Hotel, Park Hotel and Oberoi Bangalore Hotel among others. These are located in the prime locations of the city and ensure a royal vacation. They offer world class level amenities for the tourists as well as for the business guests. They offer spacious bedrooms with air conditioning, laundry service, pickup and drop, fitness centre, car parking, travel desk, medical service, swimming pool, kids pool, mini bar, telephone and internet facilities. Business guests can access the video conferencing facilities and Wi Fi. Some of the Bangalore Hotels with four star facilities are Purple Lotus Hotel, Lemon Tree Hotel, Royal Orchid Central Hotel, 37th Crescent Hotels, IRIS The Business Hotel, The Pride, The Fern Citadel, Adarsh Hamilton Hotel and Alila Hotel. Some budget hotels include Hotel Holiday Village, Kamat Yatri Niwas, Kanishka, Hotel Mahaveer, Nalapat Residency Hotel, Bombay Anand Bhawan, Rajputana Hotel and many more. They provide neat and clean rooms with attached bathrooms and arrange hot water facility in the bathrooms. They charge for some facilities here. For transportation, Bangalore offers frequent Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) and Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses. Namma Metro, a rapid transit system, is also started its service.(read entire article)
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Agra Hotels - Choices Aplenty   By: rashmiranjan patil
India is known as the land of Taj Mahal in foreign countries. They consider no trip to India is complete without a visit to this 17th century monument. Taj Mahal in Agra, situated on the banks of Yamuna River, is the most visited place by travellers in India. Agra Fort and the nearby Fatehpur Sikri are the other attractions in Agra and its neighbourhood. All three monuments are in the UNESCO World Heritage Site list. Most of the travelers prefer Agra Holiday Packages for the good and convenient facilities. Because such packages have the offer like transport, accommodation, food, etc.. This mausoleum of white marble, built between 1631 and 1648, was a symbol of love of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan towards his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal, considered as one of the most photographed monuments in the world, is a masterpiece of Indian Muslim architecture. Taj Mahal is considered as one of the Seven Wonders in World. Shah Jahan was buried next to his beloved Begum in Taj premises. The monument is open to visitors from six in the morning till 7:30 in the evening every day except on Friday. Agra Fort is the other tourist attraction in the city. The Fort, built by Emperor Akbar during the years from 1565 to 1571, is similar in layout to Red Fort in Delhi. Fatehpur Sikri, situated about 35 km from Agra, was also built by Emperor Akbar. This monument comprises Jama Masjid which is one of the largest mosques in India. Other attractions in Agra are Sikandra, Itmadud Daula, Soor Sarovar, Jama Masjid, Diwan-i-Am and Buland Darwaza. Agra is one of the points of the tourist's Golden Triangle of Agra-Delhi-Jaipur. Agra is well connected by air, rail and road. The best time to visit Agra is during the winter months from September to March. Agra experiences hot weather during summer. Agra has large number of hotels. Tourists can opt for online Agra Hotel Booking also. Among the high-end Agra hotels are Clarks Shiraz, ITC Mughal, Oberoi Amarvilas, Radisson Hotel, Grand Hotel, Trident Hilton, Wyndham Grand, Japee Palace Hotel & Convention Centre, Orient Taj, Mansingh Palace, Howard Sarovar Portico, Utkarsh Vilas, Hotel Amar, The Gateway Hotel, and Hotel Marina. In the high-end Agra hotels, all modern facilities like made-to order meals, internet, conference room, party room, laundry, a/c rooms, generator, room service and bar are available. Among the medium range and budget Agra hotels are Dayal Lodge, Hotel Mandakini Villas, Laurie's Hotel, Hotel Raj, Rajmahal Hotel, Hotel Sheela, Hotel Amba Inn, Hotel Jaiwal, Hotel Kamal, Hotel Neel Kanth, Youth Hostel, Saniya Palace, Shanti lodge, Harshit Paying Guest House, Friends Paying Guest House ,Hotel Priya, Hotel Taj Resorts, Pawan Hotel, Saniya Palace Inn, Hotel Royale Residency, Hotel Sidhartha, Amba Inn Hotel, Hotel Sakura, Apollo Hotel, Hotel Anand Villa and Basera Hotel. These Agra hotels also provide amenities like a/c rooms, in-house restaurant, hot/cold water, car parking, back-up power supply and TV.(read entire article)
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Wayanad Packages - Snug Amidst The Clouds   By: rashmiranjan patil
Wayanad is a popular tourist destination in Kerala that is set snugly amidst the Western Ghats and is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere. Spread across an area of 2132 sq km, Wayanad lies at the border of Kerala's greener area and comprises of three taluks that are Mananthavady, Sulthan Bathery and Vythiri. Wayanad is set in close proximity to popular tourist destinations such as Ooty, Kannur, Bangalore, Mysore and Coorg and so is popular not just as a tourist destination in itself but also for its strategic proximity to these destinations. Many Wayanad Packages involve a tour of the many avenues of the region as well as a tour to some of these very famous tourist destinations located nearby. Wayanad is laced by lofty mountain ranges that are enveloped in a dense forests that house several aboriginal tribes, exotic flora and fauna. Some parts of these dense forests are still unexplored which is home to diverse tribal groups flourish. These dense forests with their undulating terrain are also excellent trekking routes that are favoured by the more adventurous tourists and trekking enthusiasts. Several adventure enthusiasts avail Wayanad Packages that take them on challenging tours through a number of outback trails and trekking routes amidst a thick growth of vegetation. The region is home to two major wildlife reserves called Muthanga and Tholpetty that house a wide variety of flora and fauna, some of which even include many endangered species of animals and plants. Chembra Peak, Edakkal Caves, Kuruva Islands and the highest point in Wayanad, Lakkidi, which are some of the most popular tourist destinations here are part of most Wayanad Packages. Wayanad Packages also include other interesting attractions such as Pakshipathalam, Pazhassi Raja Tomb, Pookot Lake, Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, Kanthanpara Waterfalls, Soochippara Waterfalls and the Banasura Sagar Dam. Wayanad Packages also include many pilgrim destinations such as Sulthan Bathery Jain Temple, Thirunelli Temple, Valliyoorkavu Temple, Seetha Luva-Kusha Temple and the Thrissilery Shiva Temple. Many believers take holy dips in the sacred waters of the Papanasini stream in Thirunelli Temple that is believed to wash off all the sins. Wayanad Packages also include a trip to the Pookote lake, which is a natural freshwater lake surrounded by dense evergreen forests and hills and is a popular attraction here. Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earth dam in India and a trip to the beautiful Kuruva Island on the Kabini river with its tropical forests is also a popular activity part of many Wayanad Packages. The closest airport and railway station are situated in the city of Kozhikode that is situated around 98 km from Wayanad. A well laid network of roads connects Wayanad to major cities within and outside the state.(read entire article)
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Jaipur Packages - The Best Means To Explore The Pink City   By: rashmiranjan patil
Jaipur, popularly known by the sobriquet, 'The Pink City', is the capital of the Indian state of Rajasthan. Jaipur is located along the western part of India in a semi desert land and is supposed to be first ever planned city of the country. Moreover, the city of Jaipur was planned and constructed according to the Vastushastra - the ancient Indian science of Architecture - and in harmony with the elements. Jaipur was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the King of Amber, long ago in 1727. Jaipur attracts tourists from all over the globe with its remarkable blend of ancient Cultural Heritage and Royalty. It is one of the most visited tourist destinations of India, and enjoys a special preference among foreign travelers on a visit to India. Jaipur abundantly displays the splendour of Hindu architecture of the yore in its full glory. Built in the form of an eight-part mandala (Pithapada), Jaipur has a unique charm that attracts tourists from far and wide. The major attractions in and around Jaipur include its numerous forts and monuments like the Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar, Jal Mahal, Seesh Mahal, Jaygarh Fort, Rambagh Palace, Central Museum, and Albert Hall Museum, Samonde Palace and City Palace, to name a few. Jaipur is also abounding with temples and religious places like Govind Dev Ji Temple, Galtaji, Shri Kali Temple, Sanganeri Gate, Lakshmi Narayan Mandir (generally known as Birla Temple), Garh Ganesh Temple, Shila Devi Temple in Amber, Tadkeshwara Mahadev, Panchayati Hall, Radha Govind Ji Temple and All Saint's Church among others. Owing to the popularity of Jaipur among the Indian as well as international travellers, there are many Jaipur Packages offered by various travel agencies, tour operators and travel portals. Though most of the Jaipur Packages contain common features like comfortable accommodation on twin sharing as per itinerary, return transfers from Railway Station or Airport to Hotel, Buffet breakfast, Full day sight-seeing, City to city transfer and sightseeing as per the itinerary, chauffer driven A/C Car for the duration of the stay, some might even offer tailor-made facilities to suit certain class of tourists. As such, Jaipur Packages offered to a foreign visitor might vary from the Jaipur Packages offered to a visitor from any other part of India. Moreover, Jaipur Packages offered to individual travellers may be different from the Jaipur Packages offered to people travelling as a group or to students. The cost of the Jaipur Packages varies according to the duration of the stay as well as the facilities and amenities opted for. Nevertheless, the Jaipur Packages in the offing help visitors to the Pink City to enjoy all its charms without hassles and at one's own leisure.(read entire article)
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Bangalore Hotels - Luxurious Stay   By: rashmiranjan patil
Bangalore, regarded as the ideal gateway to India, is a paradise for tourists with architectural landmarks, natural lakes, gardens and parks. In the past few decades, Bangalore has also grown up into a centre of information technology. Earlier, Bangalore was known as the 'City of Gardens' since it has several gardens and parks. Bangalore was a peaceful city a couple of decades back and then it was called the 'Pensioner's Paradise'. Now the city is known as the 'Silicon Valley of India'. Bangalore is now the major exporters of information technology from India. Bangalore is an ideal place for employment-seekers, particularly in the field of information technology. The earlier name of the city was Bengaluru. According to legends, Hoysala king, Veer Ballala lost his way during his hunting in the forest. The hungry king was served boiled beans by an old woman. The happy king named the place Benda-kaal-Uru (Town of Boiled Beans). It later came to be known as Bengaluru. The Britishers named it Bangalore and now it has got its original name Bengaluru. Bangalore was founded by Kempegowda in 1537. Bangalore Palace and Tipu Sultan Palace are among the major attractions in the city. Chikkajala Fort is situated on Airport Road. Bangalore is known for some natural lakes like Hasaraghhatta, Hebbal and Ulsoor. In Ulsoor Lake, boating facility is available. Bangalore has large number of shrines. Among them are St. Mary's Church (oldest in Bangalore), Dargah Hazarath Tawakkal and Jumma Masjid. Among the temples are Bull Temple (built during 16th century) and Shri Nimishamba Devi Temple. There is an ISKCON temple in the city. The city is well connected by air, rail and road. The greatest advantage for Bangalore is its climate. It enjoys a pleasant weather all round the year. Bangalore Holiday Packages provide all types of accommodations and hotels in Bangalore. Bangalore has around 900 hotels. It has more than two dozen five-star hotels and more than four dozen four-star hotels. Besides, there are a number of budget and low-end Bangalore hotels. Alila Bangalore Hotel and Residence, Taj Westend, Lalit Ashok, The Pride Hotel, Hotel Royal Orchid, Lemon Tree Hotel, Clarks Exotica, Shreya's Retreat, Oberoi, ITC Gardenia, Leela and Angsana Oasis Spa and Resort are among the five-star Bangalore hotels. Among the four-star Bangalore hotels are Bengaluru AyurvedGram Heritage Wellness Centre, Atriya Hotel, Adarsh Hamilton, Best Western La Marvelle, Fortune Select Trinity, The Capitol, The Solitaire and Regaalis. Most of the Bangalore luxury hotels provide all modern amenities to visitors. Facilities available include room service, in-house restaurant, swimming pools, party halls, internet, conference rooms, back-up power supply, spa and gyms. Among the three-star Bangalore hotels are 12th Avenue, 16 Square Service Apartments, 18 Woods Inn, 24 Tech Hotel, 37th Crescent, 6th Avenue and 9 Marks Inn.(read entire article)
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Agra Packages - Exclusive Tours To The Land Of Taj   By: rashmiranjan patil
Taj Mahal in Agra is considered as the most visited tourist destination in India. It is also the most photographed monument in India. India is known as the land of Taj Mahal in the foreign countries. The foreigners consider that no trip to India is complete without a visit to the 17th century love monument. Being home to Taj Mahal, Agra is often known by the nickname 'Taj City'. Agra Fort and the nearby Fatehpur Sikri are the other tourist destinations in Agra district. All the three monuments - Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri - are in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Agra is one of the points of the tourist's Golden Triangle of Agra-Delhi-Jaipur. Built between 1631 and 1648 this mausoleum of white marble, situated on the banks of Yamuna River, was the symbol of love of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan towards his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. This beautiful tomb is one of the masterpieces of Indian Muslim architecture. Shah Jahan was also buried in Taj premises next to his beloved Begum. Taj Mahal is open to public from 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM daily, except on Friday. Agra Fort is similar in layout to Red Fort in Delhi. The fort was built by Emperor Akbar during the period from 1565 to 1571. The main monuments located within the Fort are Anguri Bagh Gardens, Diwan-i-Khas, Jahangir's Palace, Ladies' Bazaar, Moti Masjid, Nagina Masjid and Sheesh Mahal. Fatehpur Sikri, another 16th century monument, was also built under the orders of Emperor Akbar. Fatehpur Sikri, which means the 'City of Victory', includes Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, and temples. Fatehpur Sikri is situated about 38 km from Agra. Agra has some beautiful parks and gardens, including Mehtab Bagh. The back of the Taj Mahal is visible from this garden. Other parks and gardens in Agra included Soami Bagh, Shah Jahan Park and Dayal Bagh. Agra has two popular museums, Spiritual Museum and Taj Mahal Museum. Other attractions in Agra are Itmad-ud-Daula, Sikandra, Soor Sarovar, Diwan-i-Am, Buland Darwaza, Chini Ka Rauza and Tomb of Akbar. Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb is often referred to as 'Baby Taj', due to its similar architecture. Agra is well-connected by air, rail and road. The best time to visit Agra is during the winter months from September to March. Agra has large number of hotels which offer economical accommodation. Several types of Agra packages are available to travellers to visit various places within Agra and the nearby places. It also offers to book Resorts in Agra. One of the Agra packages included visits to Agra tourist sites and Fatehpur Sikri. One-day Agra packages are available for travellers to visit Mathura, situated 160 km from Agra, and Delhi.(read entire article)
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