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Jaipur - The Royal Dreamland Of Rajasthan   By: rashmiranjan patil
Resplendent in its rich royal history, vivid traditions and ancient cultures, the city of Jaipur is perhaps one of the most prominent cities in the state of Rajasthan. Built by sawai Jai Singh in 1722, the city is one of the most important tourism industries in the state and even the country. The Pink City of Rajasthan boasts of a magnificent collection of palaces, forts, and other architecturally brilliant monuments. Situated about 260 km from the national capital city of Delhi, it is part of the popular tourism golden triangle comprising of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Famous for its palaces, forts and other monuments, one of the most prominent among Jaipur's palaces is the City Palace Complex. Situated right in the heart of the city, the complex consists of the Mubarak Mahal, once the palace of welcome or reception. The Mubarak Mahal is now a museum and has a wide array of ancient royal costumes, jewellery, Sanganeri prints and folk embroidery among others. Another prominent structure inside the complex is the Maharani's Palace, which was the Queen's palace and now houses an exquisite collection of the royal weapons preserved in impeccable conditions. The complex at present also houses an art gallery inside the Diwan-e-Aam (hall of public audience). Diwan-e-Khas (private hall) is a beautiful marble paved pavillion which has on display two gigantic silver sterling vessels, which held holy water from the Ganges for the king. It is rumoured that the king only drank from this holy water. The Palace cafe is a new age multi cuisine restaurant serving delicious food for the weary visitors. The royal family still occupies part of the Chandra Mahal palace whose ground floor is still open to visitors. Another very prominent attraction here is the Jantar Mantar, one of the five observatories in India. Built by Sawai Jai Singh, this structure is one of the largest and most well preserved ones in the country. Ram Niwas garden was a favourite spot during Sawai Jai Singh's reign for recreational activities. The famous Albert Hall is situated right in the middle of this large garden and displays a rich collection of art-de-facts paintings, exquisite carpets, sculptures made of ivory, stone and metal and even beautiful crystals. Sawai Pratap Singh built the famous Hawa Mahal also called palace of winds mainly for the royal ladies to view the everyday life of the people of the city. Today it is a very prominent feature of the city. The Amber Fort, situated just outside Jaipur is a blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture constructed by Raja Man Singh I in 1592 and completed by Sawai Singh later. The Maota Lake in the foreground provides a spectacular view.(read entire article)
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Wayanad - Eco-tourism Hub   By: rashmiranjan patil
Nestled in the lush green valleys of the Western Ghats, Wayanad is one of the later formed districts of Kerala. Wayanad district came into existence in 1980 with the headquarters at Kalpetta, carving out areas from Kozhikode and Kannur districts. Wayanad with its forest covered mountains and valleys, extensive jungle cover, flora and fauna, pristine waterfalls, crystal clear lakes and historic monuments is a tourist hot spot and one of the most visited districts in Kerala. Wayanad's strategic location has also been a boon for the tourism development in Wayanad. Wayanad lies on the border of the neighboring states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, making it advantageously located near other tourist locations like Ooty, Mysore and Coorg. Its proximity to Bangalore also attracts a lot of tourists on the weekends. At a height of about 2100 metres, Chembra Peak is the highest peak in Wayanad and considered to be a trekkers' paradise. There is a lake at the summit which promises spectacular views from the top. Pakshipaathalam is also another favoured trekking destination. There is a natural rock cave in the Brahmagiri Hills that is also a favoured trekking destination. The 6 km trek from Tirunelli takes you through thick jungle. A lot of resorts and hotels can organise the treks. Sultan Bathery, a small town in Wayanad derives its name from the Nizam of Hyderabad, Tipu Sultan, who built a fort here that was known as Sultan's Battery, as he used this place to store ammunition. Pazhassi Raja, considered the 'Lion of Kerala', was the first to fight a guerrilla war against the British. In the memory of Pazhassi Raja a tomb has been built near Mananthavady in Wayanad. Muthanga and Tholpetty are two wildlife reserves in Wayanad that are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, which even include some endangered species. Believed to be in existence from the New Stone Age, Wayanad is full of archaeological sites as well. Edakkal caves, an ancient rock shelter, 4000 feet up the mountain, are famous for the rock art depicting human and animal carvings. Some of the most popular religious centers in Wayanad are Ananthanatha Swamy Temple, popularly referred to as the Jain Temple, the Tirunelli Temple, Papanasini, Valliyoorkavu Temple, Sita Lava Kusha Temple, Thrissilery Shiva Temple and the Pallikkunnu Church and is a must for the religiously fervent. Kuruva Island on the Kabini River is a relatively untouched mass of tropical forests that houses many exquisite varieties of flora and avifauna. Another popular attraction here is the Banasura Sagar Dam which is famous as the largest earth dam in India. 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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Wayanad Packages - In The Rainforest   By: rashmiranjan patil
Wayanad, often referred to as the 'Garden of Eden' lies nestled in the lush green hills of the Western Ghats. Part of a remote forest reserve that spills over into the wild life sanctuaries belonging of the neighbouring states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, Wayanad is one of the later formed districts of Kerala. Wayanad's strategic location has also been a boon for the tourism development in Wayanad. A convenient stop over point between Bangalore and Mysore, Wayanad gets a lot of weekend tourists. Wayanad is also located near the other tourist locations like Ooty and Coorg. Wayanad with its virgin forests, mist covered mountains and valleys, rice paddies, spice plantations, flora and fauna, waterfalls, lakes and historic monuments is a tourist hot spot and one of the most visited districts in Kerala. Tourists visiting Wayanad can choose a Wayanad package offered by a lot of hotels, tour operators and travel planners that will ensure that they get the best package according to their budget and taste. For the adventurous, Wayanad is the place to visit. With the numerous trekking trails and hiking paths, Wayanad is a trekker's delight. Climb up the Chembra Peak, 2100 metres above sea level, and take in the beauty from the summit. There is a lake at the top which promises spectacular views. Pakshipaathalam, a formation of large boulders deep in the forests, is also another ideal trekking destination. There is a natural rock cave in the Brahmagiri Hills that attracts a lot of avid trekkers. Wayanad has a lot of historical importance. Wayanad packages to Sultan Bathery, a small town in Wayanad that derives its name from the Nizam of Hyderabad, Tipu Sultan will interest you if you are an ardent history student. Tipu built a fort that was known as Sultan's Battery, as he used this place to store ammunition. Kerala's own son, Pazhassi Raja, christened as the 'Lion of Kerala' by the British for his fearlessness, was the first to fight a guerrilla war against them. In the memory of Pazhassi Raja a tomb has been built near Mananthavady. Edakkal Caves with petroglyphs thought to date back over 3000 years is believed to be in existence from the New Stone Age. This ancient rock shelter, 4000 feet up the mountain near Ambalavayal, is famous for the rock art depicting human and animal carvings. For the religiously zealous, Wayanad packages to the Ananthanatha Swamy Temple, popularly referred to as the Jain Temple, the Tirunelli Temple, Papanasini, Valliyoorkavu Temple, Sita Lava Kusha Temple, Thrissilery Shiva Temple and the Pallikkunnu Church is a must. The nearest airport is the Karipur international airport in Kozhikode and the nearest railway station to Wayanad is the Kozhikode railway station.(read entire article)
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Wayanad Packages - The Green Paradise   By: rashmiranjan patil
Situated in the state of Kerala, the district of Wayand is known for its natural greenery and picturesque landscape. The name Wayanad is said to be derived from the word 'Vayal Nadu' which means paddy field. The district lies between the Western Ghats and is covered by thick forests which is also called 'The Green Paradise'. Perched at an altitude of 2100 m, Wayanad is famous for a variety of endangered animals and varied vegetation. The Wayand district has a very old history of three thousand years of inhabitation and the ruins of Stone Age civilization can be found here. Pazhassi Raja, Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan had ruled the area and later the region came under the rule of the British. On November 1, 1980, Wayanad became a district which consists of three taluks namely Vythiri, Manathavadi and Sulthan Batheri. Wayanad Packages can be availed for covering all the important places for tourists' sake. Some of them are Edakkal caves, Meenmutti Falls, Soochipara Falls, Pookot Lake, Chembra Peak, Kuruva Dweep, Neelimala View Point, Thirunelli Temple and Sulthan Batheri. The Edakkal Caves can be reached by trekking of 1 km distance and is famous for pre-historic paintings. The Thirunelli Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is a famous temple and is considered the Kashi of the south. The Papanashini River flows through the area and washes away all the sins of the people by a mere bathing in the river. Sulthan Batheri Fort, built by Tipu Sulthan, is very attractive. The Neelimala View Point is 27 km from Kalpatta, from where we can have a look at the whole area nearby. The scenic beauty is fantastic and we can do adventurous trekking to the region. The main economy of the district of Wayanad is Agriculture. Rice, coffee, tea, cocoa, pepper and vanilla are the main crops found here. The cuisine of Wayanad is the typical Kerala food includes Rice, Avial, Sambar, Papadam and Payasam. Fish items are also served here. Onam is the main festival celebrated here with great enthusiasm. Mahashivatri is also celebrated here. The moderate climate of the area attracts the tourists from all over the country. During summers the maximum temperature reaches only up to 30 degree Celsius and the minimum falls to 10 degrees in the winters. October to May is the perfect time to visit the place. The nearest airport to the district of Wayanad is Karipur International Airport at Kozhikode which is 100 km away. The train connection is also from Kozhikode Railway station which is about 110 km away. Kerala State Road Transport Corporations's (KSRTC) buses are available to reach the nearby states. Roads are good and one can drive in your own vehicle from Bangalore, Mangalore and Chennai.(read entire article)
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Agra - The Grand Beauty   By: rashmiranjan patil
Agra located on the banks of the Yamuna River in the city of Uttar Pradesh is an extremely popular tourist destination of India. Home of the grand monument of love the 'Taj Mahal' Agra is by far one of the most recognizable tourist destinations of India. Tourists from various corners of the country and also rest of the world flock to the region in large numbers. Along with the Taj Mahal which is a UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Site, Agra is home to two other such heritage sites namely the Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Agra is a charming city offering tourists an interesting blend of old world charm, traditions and modern commercialization thus proving to be an interesting kaleidoscope. Agra has come a long way from its golden past and has sort of fallen prey to commercialization; However, the region still has its charm and a unique aura that keeps drawing in tourists from all quarters. Agra used to be the capital of Hindustan under the Mughal rule, remnants of which can still be seen among the various monuments and relics dotting the entire landscape. Agra being home to the monument of love is also one of the popular honeymoon destinations of India. Agra is a fascinating destination with plenty of things to see and explore. Some of the pronminent tourist attractions of Agra include the Agra Fort, Swami Bagh, Ram Bagh, Mehtab Bagh, balkeshwar Temple, Kailash Temple, Sikandra, Itmad - Ud - Daulah's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Chini Ka Roza, Fatehpur Sikri and more. Apart from sightseeing, the city plenty of interesting things to do, from exploring the local markets renowned for their leather goods, perfumes, bangles, etc to gorging on the local culinary delights from the quintessential Indian chats and snacks to the mouth watering varieties of pethas (sweet). There are innumerable hotels in Agra, found at nearly every street corner. These hotels are found across all budget segments ranging from the luxury resorts and hotels to the budget and economy hotels thus, catering to all tastes and preferences of the myriad of travelers visiting the region. With online presence of many hotels and resorts it has become far easier to get Agra hotel bookings without having to resort to dubious tour and travel operators or other booking agents thus, making life much simpler for tourists. One of the best times to visit Agra is during the Taj Mahotsav organized at Shilpgram annually in the months of February or March.(read entire article)
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Agra - The Charming City   By: rashmiranjan patil
Agra widely renowned for its grand monument dedicated to love; the Taj Mahal is a beautiful and charming holiday destination of India. The city enjoys the patronage of tourists from all quarters of the world. The city although having lost much of its charm and beauty still manages to look dreamy mesmerizing tourists with its chaos, vibrancy, enigma and much more. There is a lot to see and observe in Agra from its rich architecture, grand monuments, heritage, traditions and customs, which together give the city a vibrant kaleidoscope appearance. Parts of Agra still remind tourists of the rich heritage and past of the city when it was at its glorious best, flourishing under the Mughal rule as the capital of Hindus. Sitting by the banks of River Yamuna, Agra shows shades of its beauty on a full moon lit night. The rich traditional aspect of the city can be seen jostling in vain with the overt commercialization and modernization to make its presence felt. Nevertheless, the city with all its charms and sordidness still manages to catch the fancy of people across all ages, thronging to the region in large numbers. Agra is home to several interesting tourist attractions from the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site to other heritage sites like the Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Other prominent tourist attractions of Agra include Swami Bagh, Ram Bagh, Mehtab Bagh, balkeshwar Temple, Kailash Temple, Sikandra, Itmad - Ud - Daulah's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Chini Ka Roza and others. A visit to the local market is also a must which is renowned for its leather goods, perfumes, bangles and other local handicrafts. A must do in Agra is to gorge on the delicious petha's, Indian sweet and the mouth watering chats. Although Agra's weather and other such superficial conditions does not act as a deterrent to stop tourists from visiting the city; the best time however, to visit the city is during the Taj Mahotsav, when the entire city gets dressed with flowers, fresh coat of paints, etc. There are ample numbers of hotels and resorts in Agra offering a plethora of accommodation options to tourists to choose from. The various accommodation options are present across all budget groups ranging from the luxury hotels and resorts to the budget and economy hotels. Agra home to its very own domestic airport and several major and small railway stations is well connected to various parts of the country.(read entire article)
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Agra - Mesmerizing Destination   By: rashmiranjan patil
Agra the former capital of Hindustan is a magical destination wrapped in a dreamy, romantic and somewhat melancholic love story of the great Mughal emperor Shahjahan and his wife Mumtaj Begum. The city stands today as testimony to the emperor's eternal love for his beloved wife immortalized forever in the form of the grand monument Taj Mahal. Today the region acting as a pilgrimage to love attracts millions of people from all corners of the world thronging to the region in large numbers to celebrate the feeling of love. Agra is one of the most popular tourist destinations of India and forms an integral part of the 'Golden Triangle' of Indian tourism industry, the other two cities being Delhi and Jaipur. This ancient mughal city has a lot of character and heritage associated with which adds to the air of mysticism surrounding the region. The region offers tourists a glimpse into Indian culture and heritage. Agra also evokes great interest among architects who throng to the region to witness the high level of craftsmanship of the early artisans of the region. The city today bustling with various commercial establishments jostling for space with the elegant mughal structures still manages to radiate with the same old charm that attracted and continues to attract tourists from various corners of the country and also from various quarters of the world. Agra home to three UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Sites namely the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri and the Agra Fort, offers plenty of interesting tourist attractions from the various mughal monuments to the grand gardens and parks. Some of the prominent attractions of the region include Swami Bagh, Ram Bagh, Mehtab Bagh, Balkeshwar Temple, Kailash Temple, Sikandra, Itmad - Ud - Daulah's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Chini Ka Roza and others. The local markets of the region are also a major attraction and are renowned for its bangles, leather goods, perfumes and miniature Taj models among others. A must do in the region is to feast on the local snacks and food especially the ‘pethas' Indian sweet and the wide varied of mouth watering Indian chats. Hotels and resorts in Agra are aplenty and easily cater to the lodging needs of the multitude of travelers visiting the region. the various accommodation facilities of the region are found across various budget categories, so as to cater to all tastes and preferences of the myriad of travelers visiting the region.(read entire article)
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Agra - Splendid Journey   By: rashmiranjan patil
Agra is a chaotic Indian city located in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The city is home to the widely renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site the ‘Taj Mahal'. The city is an extremely popular tourist destination of India, hosting nearly millions of tourists from all corners of the globe annually. The city forms an integral part of the ‘Golden Triangle' of the Indian tourism industry, the other two cities being Delhi and Jaipur. The city home to two other UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri radiates with a strange old world charm that mesmerizes tourists making them return to the region over and over again. Agra being home of the grandest symbol of eternal love, acts as a pilgrimage site for the many love struck couples both old and new. The region also serves as a popular honeymoon destination of India, with newlyweds flocking to the region in large to give a beautiful start to their new married life. Agra sitting on the banks of River Yamuna has come a long way from its original golden days, but nevertheless the region still glows with its charm and appeal, there is also a strange order in the chaos of the city, clearly understood by the locals of the region. The rich architecture and traditions of the region can be seen peeking out from the crowded lanes and bylanes catching the fancy of tourists and architecture enthusiasts. Agra can be an overwhelming experience for the sense with plenty of things to see, observe and do. Some of the popular attractions of Agra include three UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Sites – Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. In addition to that there are plenty of other interesting tourist attractions present in the region from the various gardens to historical sites like Swami Bagh, Ram Bagh, Mehtab Bagh, balkeshwar Temple, Kailash Temple, Sikandra, Itmad - Ud - Daulah's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Chini Ka Roza and more. The local markets of the region are also a major attraction of the region and are renowned for its leather goods, perfumes, bangles and various local handicrafts. Along with the sightseeing and shopping in Agra a must do in the region is to gorge on the renowned local sweet ‘petha' and the spicy and tangy Indian chats and various other snacks. Agra grandly observes the ‘Taj Mahotasav' wherein it holds several exhibitions, cultural songs and dance performances giving the entire region a very festive look and as such is one of the best times to visit the region. There are also plenty of hotels and resorts in Agra catering to the accommodation needs of the myriad of travelers visiting the region.(read entire article)
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Agra - Pilgrimage Of Love   By: rashmiranjan patil
Agra is like any other Indian city located in the northern region of the country in the state of Uttar Pradesh, except for the fact that it is home to the grand monument of love the 'Taj Mahal' a UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Site. The region is one of the most popular tourist destinations of India widely recognized all over the world. Millions of tourists from all quarters of the world flock to the region to witness the grand love of Shah Jehan and Mumtaj Begum epitomized forever by this grand monument and as such Agra can be said to be a pilgrimage site for all love birds of the world. The city is also one of the popular honeymoon destinations of India, with thousands of newlyweds thronging to the region to give a beautiful start to their new life together. Agra having seen its golden days during the Mughal era during which the city flourished and prospered being the capital of Hindustan, has come a long way from its original appeal and charm. Unplanned commercialization has robbed the region of its beauty and original charms, nevertheless glimpses of the city's original charm can still be seem among the narrow lanes and bylanes with the traditional architectures fighting to make their presence felt. Having a rich history, Agra is home to plenty of interesting tourist attractions like the three UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Sites - Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Apart from these UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Sites, there are plenty of other attractions present in the region like Swami Bagh, Ram Bagh, Mehtab Bagh, balkeshwar Temple, Kailash Temple, Sikandra, Itmad - Ud - Daulah's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Chini Ka Roza and others. The local markets of the region are no less a tourist attraction and are renowned for their leather goods, perfumes, bangles, etc. A must do in Agra is feasting on the renowned pethas (Indian sweet) and the highly delicious varieties of chats. Hosting millions of visitors every year there is no dearth of good hotels and resorts in Agra offering plenty of accommodation options to tourists to choose from. The various hotels and resorts are found across all budget segments ranging from the luxury resorts and hotels to the budget and economy hotels so as to cater to all tastes and preferences of the myriad of travelers visiting the region. Taj Mahotsav held in the months of February and March is one of the best times to visit Agra.(read entire article)
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Agra - Epitome Of Beauty   By: rashmiranjan patil
Agra is a charming little city located in the North Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Home to the world renowned monument the 'Taj Mahal' the city is one o the most visited tourist destination of India, with millions of tourists flocking in from all parts of the world. The city is also home to two other UNESCO World Heritage Sites namely, the Agra Fort and the Fatehpur Sikri. A trip to Agra is a whirlwind experience bombarding tourists with a Kaleidoscope of colors, customs, traditions, etc. Agra today can be said to extremely chaotic with the traditional aspect of the city fighting for its existence with overt commercialization laying claim to every inch of the city. Beneath all that chaos, Agra still manages to radiate that charm, which drew and continues to draw in tourists from all quarters. Sitting by the banks of the River Yamuna, the city still manages to resemble to its old beauty when it was the capital of Hindusthan under the Mughal rule. Being home to the symbol of love, Agra also serves as a popular honeymoon destination of India, with thousands of newlyweds making a beeline for the region. Agra is one destination that enjoys equal popularity among the older population just as the young generation, as one can also spot old couples from all over the world adoring Taj. Agra is a pretty interesting destination offering plenty of interesting tourist destinations. Some of the popular tourist destinations of the region include the Agra Fort, Swami Bagh, Ram Bagh, Mehtab Bagh, balkeshwar Temple, Kailash Temple, Sikandra, Itmad - Ud - Daulah's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Chini Ka Roza, Fatehpur Sikri and much more. Along with sightseeing, Agra offers plenty of other exciting activities like shopping in the local markets famous for its leather goods, perfumes, bangles, etc. a must do in Agra is to feast on the local pethas, which are a specialty in the region and the various mouth watering chats offered in the region. There are plenty of hotels and resorts catering to the lodging needs of the multitude of travelers visiting the region. The various accommodation facilities are also found across all budget segments so as to cater to all tastes and preferences of the varied travelers. Innumerable Agar Holiday packages are being shelled out on a regular basis by various tour and travel agencies at exciting prices thus, allowing tourists to have an enjoyable time without burning a hole in one's pocket.(read entire article)
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