Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Gwalior is famous city and tourist destination in India

Gwalior is famous city and tourist destination in Madhya Pradesh.

This is the ancient capital of the Scindias is in the far north of Madhya Pradesh, a suitable base from which to begin the Bundelkhand circuit. Gwalior is in essence a small town with its necessary share of dust and chaos, but it bears the stamp of a place that has seen much magnificence and knows it. Once the capital of maharajas and Mughl emperors, it is now the seat of the Scindia royal family. It is majestic 10th-century fort, which dominates the whole region from atop a huge bluff.

Friday, July 24, 2009

Valley of the Gods- Manali

An undoubtedly perfect combination of scenic landscapes with an exquisite backdrop of lush green deodar and pine tress, Manali, with its fruit orchids and crystal clear meandering Beas remains a favorite destination among tourists of all kinds. From adventure trekkers to honeymoon couples, Manali tourism is meant for everyone.

Monday, July 20, 2009

Lansdowne Travel Photos - Lansdowne Sightseeing Pictures










Lansdowne - Getting There

Nearest Railway Station: Kotdwar (40 km/ 1 and 1/2 hour)

Best option to Mussoorie Express (departure: Old Delhi 10:15 pm; arrival Kotdwar 5:20 am). Hire a cab to Lansdowne for about Rs 300.

Best option from Mussoorie Express (departure: Kotdwar 10pm; arrival Old delhi 7 am)

Car: A quick drive past grotty Modinagar, Bijnor and Kotdwar, then a breathtaking journey up a hill road.

En route halt: Bijnor is your only option Bus, leave for Kotdwar from ISBT Kashmere Gate. Several buses leave for Lansdowne, starting 5 am to Kotdwar.

Ranikhet - Getting There

Rail Nearest Railhead: Kathgodam (82 km/ 4 hrs).

Best option to Ranikhet Express (departure: Old Delhi 10:45 pm; arrival Kathgodam 6:15 am) Hire a cab from Kathgodam (Rs. 500). Shared cab costs Rs 100 per seat. The charge is higher from Ranikhet back to Kathgodam at Rs. 800.

Best option from Ranikhet Express (departure: Kathgodam 8.45 pm; arrival: Old Delhi 4:45 am)

Car Take NH24 to Rampur, then NH87 till Kathgodam. Continue on NH87 to Ranibagh, then turn right towards Bhimtal. Proceed to Bhowali, then take the road up to Ranikhet via Khairna.

En route halts Giani's Dhaba at Gajraula, Hotel Sonia at Rudrapur

Bus UP Roadways has a regular service from ISBT Anand Vihar.

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Mehandipur Balaji Temple Dausa, Rajasthan - Curse Cure

Mehandipur Balaji Temple is located in Dausa, Rajasthan, North India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, worshiped by Hindus. It is believed that the deity in this temple has divine power to cure a person possessed with evil spirit. It is also believed that Shri Bala Ji Maharaj saves his devotees from unfavorable grahadashas (planetary configurations).

Monday, July 6, 2009

Chandi Devi Mandir

Places of pilgrimage for centuries, India is heaven. That is why tourists are attracted to India. But heaven and places to go on pilgrimage is not so easy. Rajaji National Park for the same to Neil on the sides of the mountain above the temple of Goddess Chandi managers to reach the temple has built a car seat.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Tips and Destination for Monsoon Holidays- Part 2

Apart from the beaches, there are National parks in India where the monsoon showers its bliss. The ‘Valley of flowers national park’ in the state on Uttarakhand seems to come alive with monsoon, with around three hundred variety of flowers, which are a treat to watch. For adventurous travelers who wish to explore, this is the perfect destination. Periyar National park down south is another peaceful destination to be this monsoon, where the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation provides for accommodation and safaris through the lake.

Monsoon destinations also include the Thar Desert, which receives very heavy rainfall and Ladhak, which is surrounded by alpine desert. There are a number of Buddhist monasteries which add to the beauty of the landscape.

For tourists on monsoon travel, it is paramount that they dress accordingly. Monsoon clothing for India includes thick fabric material which will keep you warm, as well as not loose its sheen if it gets wet. Fabrics like blended cotton and polynylon are ideal for this season. Bold colors are preferred and pastels should be avoided as sun is not shining for major parts of the day.

Monsoon destinations in India are becoming famous among tourists who want to get away from their busy schedules and hectic work hours to regain their peace of mind and recharge themselves. Water, as they say is the best healer. So this monsoon, give yourself a treatment which you’ll relish for a lifetime.