Chowki Dhani Flaunting the Spirit of Rajasthan

The most popular attraction of Rajasthan is Chowki Dhani. Claimed to be India’s most creative tourism project, Chowki Dhani is an artificially recreated village which is more on the lines of a premium resort. It is a five star quintessential village resort that boasts of excellent accommodation and host of leisure activities.

About Chowki Dhani

Established in the year 1989, Chowki Dhani has been representing the cultural face of Rajasthan to the tourists from all over the world. Chowki Dhani is located at Jaipur and is known for presenting the authentic symbol of ethnic village life of this most colorful state in the country. Sprawling on an area of 10 acres, Chowki Dhani is known for offering a different theme for each day. Folk dances, live music performances, magic shows and various other activities can be enjoyed here.

Tourist Attractions at Chowki Dhani

Chowki Dhani is a small world in its own and there are a variety of activities that tourists can enjoy here.

Rides - Tourists in Chowki Dhani can enjoy the pleasures of riding. Camel ride, Bullock cart ride, Tonga ride, elephant ride and boat ride at the ‘Tal Talaiya’  are a few great riding options in Chowki Dhani. These rides can be enjoyed at a very economical price.

Hang Outs - There are many other hang out options tourists can enjoy in Chowki Dhani. The Temple or Mandir Deva is ideal for those who are religiously inclined. The temple is hand painted and must be visited by all. The Panghat (place where the village women come to take water), Tel ki Ghani (ancient way of getting oil by moving bullock round and round a central mechanical system), Garadiya Luhar (shows working of Indian blacksmith) and Mevar Re Dhani and Registan Re Dhani you will find the special style village huts which represent the culture of Mewar and the cool huts which remain cool in hot summer even without any A.C.

Application of Mehndi, a visit to the Ajayabghar Museum (displaying artistic craftsmanship), the Photo Studio (have beautiful wall paintings and mirror work) and the Haat Bazaar are important attractions in Chowki Dhani.

Fun Zone - The Fun Zone includes various games and fun activities that tourists can enjoy during their tour to Chowki Dhani. The Sanp-Sidhi or Snakes and ladders, bhool bhulaiya or mazes are a few games you van enjoy playing.

Besides, the fun zone also includes astrologers, tarot card readers and fortune tellers as well. Tourists are advised to be a part of the Jungle Safari, that is a forest theme based area and animal sounds are created to thrill the visitors. An artificial waterfall in a cave, called Gufa Jharni, is also a popular attraction.

Live Entertainment - Chowki Dhani is a very popular as a day trip and tourists can enjoy various types of live performances at time of the day. To begin with is the Folk Dance and Music Show at Chaupal Nach Gan Re, where tourists can enjoy dance tems like Ghoomer, Potter Dance, Kalbeliya - the Snake Dance, Bhopa-Bhopi Dance etc.

Acrobats, locally known as Nat Ro Kartab is also a delight to watch. Puppet dance or Katputilyon Ro Naach, Magic shows or Jadu Ro Khel and Nagkanya (which is a living amalgamation of a snake a girl) are some of the most popular live entertainment performances one can enjoy at Chowki Dhani.

Dining at Chowki Dhani

Dining itself is a phenomenal experience while your visit to Chowki Dhani. The ‘dhani’ boasts of wonderful restaurants that serve authentic and succulent preparations of the exotic Rajasthani cuisine. Sangri is a great options for those looking for traditional Rajasthani cuisine served in the traditional way of Manuhaar, that is serving food on leaf platter.

The popular dishes that tourists should not miss feasting upon here includes Dal Batti, Lal Maas and lapsi ( dessert made from broken wheat).

An interesting place to enjoy the lip smacking Rajasthani food is at the Chaupad Jeeman Ghar. This restaurant is built in the shape of the ancient game of Chaupad, i.e. shaped like a ludo, four strips that are joint in the center. The restaurant has four straight rows and each row has a capacity of 20 persons.

Gorband is another restaurant that is an open air dining area and is shaped like the ‘Kalis in a ghaghra’ or crease in a skirt.

Royal Rajasthani, is the most famous restaurant in Chowki Dhani famous for its air conditioned halls and wonderful ambiance.

To visit Chowki Dhani, book holiday package for Rajasthan, Jaisalmer holidays or a Golden Triangle Trip

Source: http://www.mustseeindia.com/articles/chowki-dhani-flaunting-the-spirit-of-rajasthan/1459

Coconut The Basis of Goan Cuisine

With Monsoons basically knocking at our door-steps, I felt urged to showcase the joys that the Season emanates by irrigating our semi parched land to ensure better productivity in the days to come. Our simplistic fare with the onset becomes more tantalizing and altruistic in every sense that our mind may conceive, all thanks to the bounty of nature.

Although I aim to chain the monsoon contents I felt that there should be a beginning which might not be sequential nor graded in the order of appearances. However the emphasis should be stressed upon not on any particular subject which is pen portrayed. Thus at the outset I commence with a fruit which is a part of our tradition and lore and that being none other than the endearing coconut.

The coconut tree “Cocos Nucifera”, which is native of East Indies planted presumably by the Portuguese, is the fifth member of the Palm Trees “Palmae” family and being a vegetable is cherished by one and all. The tree elevates majestically to around 20 to 30 meters which can be termed as fully mature. Its longevity is deemed to be 100 to 150 years depending on care and nutrients provided. It has “Monoecious” flowers (having male and female reproductive organs in separate flowers but on a single plant). The epicarp “Sonnam-sali” is coriaceous (tough); the mesocarp is known as “Catho” or fibrous coir; and the endocarp is the “Cotti” or the coriaoeous begging bowl. It is provided with three tiny apertures at its base with a small embryo.

In the earlier days the proprietors of the coconut grove used to effect the payments towards the ground rent “Foro” to the Public Treasury for the outlay of the territory. The coconut, in accordance to its developmental stages is identified by various native denominations, although care should be taken with “Murindo” found at the apex of the tree which offers a reliant ailment, however with its plucking it generates the death of the tree. Thus the game can be plucked when the tree is felled within the circumstances best known.

To accustom with the local appellations at various stages of “growing up” I invoke “Bondi”, the fruit merely denuded of flowery wrappings, and “Bondo” or “Coroi”, from which emerges the white episperm; the “Vanz” is the coconut devoid of “Catholi”, the endosperm which when cut from the middle it is utile as a scrubber. “Narl” is the fruit of the coconut tree and what we term the “Coconut”, which is perfectly matured and of rightful dimensions. “Movem” is a batric coconut, which is sweet although devoid of oily matter, ergo the reason it constitutes as a savoury and salubrious victual. There is also “Coco-Lanho” or “Sialem” or “Adhsor”, the coconut which is near perfect wherein the endocarp contains the agri-sweet water which is good for renal failures, liver maladies and the like. The “Modoco” is denominated to the coconut plucked before the total maturity and for not giving the coconut milk nor the oil, however it is a complete nutrient. To the coconut which contains only sweetened water and little of translucent “catholic”, the endospermic mealy kernel, the name-game is that of “Udocovanz”, to that deprived of water and with a little consistent endosperm, is known as “Colvanz” or “Colyanza”; and to the matured coconut but of little development, the appellation is “Quitoca”. And finally the “Biadoco” which is the coconut reserved towards the reproduction.

The endemic populace denominates the coconut tree as the “Calpauruxa” or the tree that germinates by itself, to which bestow the fruit of the nature and it is considered as the symbol of munificence. The coconut is viewed by the Non-Brahmins Hindus as symbolic to happiness while for the Christians it is the emblem of astuteness. From, the coconut tree is extracted the sap which is known as “Sur”, a sweetened liquid (toddy) which flavours our bread and whatever it may be put to use in the art of baking, not forgetting that palm “feni” can also be availed of the same.

The coconut after being barren is also employed by the Hindu community in their marriage ceremonies and in the “Qhetrapuzas”, which are the sacrifices to appease the divinity. The Goan ladies while dreaming concur with various premonitions which signifies the following: To pluck the coconut means boredom; to nourish with ripened coconut means happiness; eating green coconut means brashness; to serve copra means business in shambles; to offer a coconut to a lady means at heart’s mercy; a vision of a coconut grove means affluence and joys.

Whatever belongs to a coconut tree is recognized as being utile, thus the “Bhatcars” (landlords) appealed to the tree as “Pataxya-Ruqha”-the king amongst trees. From the trunk the said can be utilized towards the wooden framework and from its leaves (Olas), woven fronds, the said are capitalized towards the repairs and maintenance of the household.

The coconut tree endows on us sugar, wine, vinegar, oil (khobrem), water, milk, wood and yarn. From tee shall which coats the coconut variegated art objects are made available. Thus the coconut tree is truly the King among the trees.

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Source: http://www.goaholidayhomes.com/article/45/coconut:-the-basis-of-goan-cuisine/

Interesting Places to Visit on Kerala Honeymoon

India is the romantic gateway for honeymoon. It has some of the scintillating and picturesque places that are ideal for honeymoon break, where newly wed couples can enjoy to their fullest to make their honeymoon the most cherished event of lifetime.

Well if you are planning for visit India for honeymoon holidays, visit to Kerala the state in the South of India lying parallel to the Arabian Sea. Gifted with scintillating beauty of the nature, sightseeing spots, inspiring temples, rich art forms, picturesque backwaters, scintillating hill stations, fascinating wildlife parks and sanctuaries and the warm hospitality make it the ideal place for honeymoon. So come to Kerala, the God’s Own Country and enjoy the most cherished moments of lifetime, the honeymoon in a romantic and memorable way.

Honeymoon in Kerala is made more enjoyable, luxurious and hassle free by the tour operators and honeymoon planner who arrange each and every thing as per your demand and preferences. More of all they also provide tailor made as well as customized Kerala honeymoon packages to suit the need of the honeymooners to let them enjoy the moments of fantasy in this picturesque and nature blessed Kerala.

Apart from the nature endowments, Kerala has several scintillating and charming tourism destinations that are the ideal gateway for honeymoon. So choose from the below mentioned destination and include in your honeymoon package.

Munnar

Draped in the evergreen beauty, well organised tea gardens, cascading waterfalls, rich flora and fauna and pleasant cool climatic conditions, Munnar is truly the most romantic place for honeymoon in Kerala. Enjoy the sheer magical moments of immense joy and share the moments to know each other in a better way.

Alleppey

Alleppey is lovingly called Venice of the East and truly it is as this picturesque town is bounded by pristine water and sea, making it outstanding from the entire destinations. Cruise over the scintillating backwater or laze around the sunny beaches, Alleppey is the perfect place to go for honeymoon. The most amazing experince of honeymoon is cruise over the traditional houseboat as couples can enjoy the most and share the moments in the solitude ambiance of the houseboat enjoying the panoramic view of the scintillating natural beauty.

Kovalam Beach

Considered to the finest beach resort in the world, Kovalam beach is the perfect gateway to enjoy beach honeymoon. Magnificently adorned by the silver sands, swaying coconut trees and the exotic beach resorts, couples here can enjoy the most cherished moments with true joy and happiness. Indulge in the fun-filled water sports or soak in the sun enjoying the panoramic view sharing the moments of joy and happiness.

More of all to make the Kerala honeymoon more heavenly, couples can enjoy the various art-forms, enjoy the rejuvenating ayurveda therapy, enjoy the local delicacies as well as take part in the colorful festivals with the locals. Truly Kerala is one such state where couples can enjoy various theme attractions which they can enjoy and take home cherished memories to keep the honeymoon holidays on top of joy and happiness.

Source: http://www.apsense.com/article/interesting-places-to-visit-on-kerala-honeymoon.html

The Facts of Khajuraho

Many times we find that people often quote the Khajuraho Temples as an excuse to equate Hinduism and Hindu Deities with nudity and sex. What is actually Khajuraho, what does it contain and how many of the quoters have actually visited the Temples ? Here are the facts.

The name Khajuraho may be derived from khajura (date palm), which grows freely in the area and perhaps because there were two golden khajura trees on a carved gate here. The old name was Kharjuravahaka (scorpion bearer), the scorpion symbolizing poisonous lust. The temples were built under the late Chandela kings between 950 and 1050 AD in a truly inspired burst of creativity. With the fading of Chandela fortunes, the importance of Khajuraho waned but temple building continued until the 12th century at a much reduced pace. The Chandelas were followers of the Tantric cult which believes that gratification of earthly desires is a step towards attaining the ultimate liberation. Tantrism has been mostly misunderstood and the Philosophical part of Tantras like the Mahanirvana Tantra have been totally forgotten. This was one of the reasons why Tantrics perished. Nevertheless it remains a distinct path of Spiritual Practice though it has very few followers all over the world.

1. It must be emphasized that Khajuraho Temples, do not contain sexual themes inside the Temple premises or near the deity but only on external carvings. They portray that for seeing the deity, one must leave his sexual desires outside the Temple. They also depict that the inner deity of the Temple is pure like the soul (atman) which is unaffected by sexual desires and other gross tendencies, destiny etc, whereas the external curvature and carvings of the Temples depict the bodily changes that occur in us.

2. Only as many as 10% carvings contain sexual themes, not between any deities but between ordinary humans. The rest depict the common man's life of those days. For example ladies applying makeup, musicians, potters, Farmers etc. All these are away from Temple deities. They give the message that one should always have God as the central point in one's life even though one is engaged in worldly activities. 

3. It is a misconception that since Khajuraho are Temples, they depict sex between deities!

4. In Khajuraho Temples, the idols of Shiva, Nandi, Goddess Durga, Incarnations of Vishnu etc are fully clothed. 

5. All over India, in no Temples have idols of Deities been shown nude and in sexual positions !

6. Types of beauty in the Hindu religion – Union of man and woman

'The basic Universal Divine Energy (Shakti) is a symbol of the union of man and woman and it is the main spiritual emotion in Hindu art depicted in the man-woman sculptures seen in Amravati, Khajuraho, Konark, etc.Here Divine Energy (Shakti) manifests  in the man-woman union, the basis of Vedic art and culture. Sculptures in the Ajanta caves are also a depiction of the man and woman, but sexual congress is prohibited in the sculptures’.

Source: http://www.hindujagruti.org/news/1334.html

Famous Temples in Shimla

Himachal is Popularly known as "Dev Bhoomi Himachal" means land full of Devi's and Devta's. Here I am introducing some temples situated in or near by Rohru. Rohru is a small tehsil under Distt. Shimla and here you can find majority of people who believe in Devi,Devta's thats why here you can find more then 30 temples. So i will try my level best to cover some of them were every one can easily plan to visit.

1. Mata Hateshwari Temple in Rohru:

This temple is situated in Hatkoti which is on the way to Rohru from Shimla and it's nearly 95 Kms from Shimla and 11 Kms from Rohru. The people of rohru believe that the temple established by:-Guru Adi Shankracharya.Some people also believe that the temple was built somewhere in the Third era. Three Gupta Age's Rock Edicts (in scripted stones) have been found at three different places of this ancient and historic place.

2. Devta Morish Temple in Rohru:

This temple is situated in Rantari Village of Rohru .It's nearly 15 Kms from Rohru , 125Kms from Shimla and at the height of 8000 feets. The temple is surrounded by mountains and it is believed that Devta "Morish" was found by an member of pandit family nearly 100 years back in near by river side and after some years the temple was built and it has completed more than 60 years. It's a nice place to plan out for picnic.A famous festival of Devta Ji's is called "Shant Mahayagya" which comes once after 15 years and in this festival nearly Devta's from 6,7 different villages come with round about 3,000 people to see it. It is supposed to be happen in the year 2011 after nearly 16 years.

3.Shikru Devta Temple in Rohru:

Shikru devta temple is situated in heart of Rohru. The temple is beautiful to see and it is believed that who so ever comes here with wishes and true heart gets what he/she has prayed from Devta ji. Temple is having a very old history with it. Shikru devta was found in Chandernahan lake in Chirgaon village which is 15Kms from Rohru and a very beautiful lake to see.Annual fair is celebrated during the month of april every year.

4. Bakralu Devta Temple in Rohru:

Bakralu Devta Temple is situated in Dalgaon Village near Rohru at a distance of about 20 Kms. A very famous Devta Ji's festival is celebrated here in this village named as "Bhunda Mahayajya" It is Believed that in year when this festival is celebrated it brings a healthy crop of Apple which is main source of income here. Festival comes once nearly after every 10 or 12 years. This temple is located in very beautiful location surrounded by Jungles and mountains.

5. Lankra Veer Temple in Rohru:

Lankra Veer Temple is situated at Hatkoti ,95 Kms from Shimla in the way to Rohru. Temple is built at top of the Hill from where you will see equal view from all four sides . The temple location gives an excellent view of near by villages of Jubbal.

6. Giri Ganga Temple Rohru:

Giri Ganga Temple temple is situated in Kharapathar ,70 Kms from Shimla on the way to Rohru.It is temple of mata Kalli . It is located between a very packed Jungle of Deodhar tree. It is nearly at the height of 10000 feet from sea level and a very cold region. Tourist usually visits this place to enjoy the weather and view of this beautiful temple and place.

Kathakali

I first came to India by coincidence. In 2004, a volunteer workcamp in ecotourism I had subscribed to for the Andaman Islands had just been cancelled. I therefore visited Tamil Nadu and one week was left when I suddenly felt like getting a glimpse of Kerala. I didn’t have much information nor much idea about it, but I took a night train to Kochi. I felt so good there as the atmosphere was so pleasant and quiet, people friendly and sights attractive.

In the evening I saw a poster about daily Kathakali programs and I thought that it was a good idea to get busy in the evening as the evenings are usually boring for an individual traveler in India.

The Kathakali program left me thunderstruck. It was an extract of Duryodhana Vadham (1), from Mahabharatha (2). The steps seemed so familiar to me though so away from all our western art forms. The make-up left me esthetically overwhelmed, the facial expressions were mesmerizing. The arrival of Dussasana (1) on stage with his red rotating eyes was so scary that I nearly thought about leaving the place, but the presence of Krishna (2) comforting Draupadi (1) gave me the experience of a glimpse of Divine Love, ever compassionate and full of Bliss and Peace. The day after I looked into Kathakali books and took the resolution to find classes back to France.

Back to Paris, I was lucky enough to find Karuna, a teacher from the famous art school of Kerala Kalamandalam (3). I learnt fast as if Kathakali was in my blood. I went back to Kerala the same year and took followed some training in Trivandrum and Kerala Kalamandalam for 3 weeks.

In 2007, I decided to get more intensive course and learn proper stories. I was warmly welcomed at Samskrithy School (4), a small school which provides private classes with great artists like Fact Mohanan, who can teach exactly what one needs and looks for. The training was physically hard, I followed daily Kalaripayat (5) classes, as the body training of Kathakali comes from Kalaripayat, and the body needs so much preparation in order to bear the heavy costumes and vigorous steps on stage. Kathakali classes were also daily of course. To learn a padam (role of a character in a piece of play) I had to learn the poem in a mix of Malayalam and Sanskrit, the mudras (6), the rythms and steps. This is for the technical part. But then comes the artistic interpretation of the actor, feeling all emotions of the character, the story, the situation with a deep understanding of the local culture and the historical and mythological context. Those emotions have to be conveyed through facial expressions and through the eyes, each muscles of the face has to be trained daily with specific exercises. The last level of the art is the spiritual part. When it is daily present in our life, it leads us to find the right movement, expression and emotion. And the art, when we search how to find the right movement, also opens a new space for spiritual development.

During my stay in the school I was going several times per week to Kathakali programs in temples. So I often had the opportunity to see beautiful temple festivals with elephant processions, cultural programs, and every time I had the feeling that I was in the heart of Kerala. I could also perform on stage for the first time in my life, and then several times, living deeply what is the long process of make-up and dress-up, the time we need to get into a character, and the challenge of bearing the heavy and hot costume for a long time. I had that strange feeling of, as a non-Hindu, playing Hindu stories and characters on stage in front of local temple devotees. But though Kathakali is complex and codified, its essence is made of a universal language that one can understand beyond one’s culture and references. More than a total art, it is a formidable tool for self-development and devotion. Let’s hope that this precious knowledge will not run away from India. 

1. Duryodhana Vadham, a famous Kathakali play which depicts the revenge of Bhima, one of the Pandava princes, who kills Dussasana and Duryodhana, the Kaurava brothers, Bhima’s enemies, because they had humiliated his wife Draupadi.
2. Mahabharatha, the great Indian epics, which relates mostly the story of the Pandava and Kaurava, and contains the Bhagavad Gita, when Krishna, incarnation of Vishnu, reveals his divine nature to Arjuna.
3. Kerala Kalamandalam, the most famous institution for performing arts in Kerala, located near Trichur.
4. Samskrithy School, a private school for performing arts where foreign students can get art classes and stay with local family, located at Puthencavu village, near Chengannur.
5. Kalaripayat, the martial art of Kerala, the body training and massages are also used in Kathakali.
6. Mudras, stylized hand gestures used for each word. There are 24 basic mudras in Kathakali with numerous combinations to form over 400 mudras.

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Khajuraho

Khajuraho, else known as the Land of Moon God is one of the best known tourist places in north India. This favourite destination of tourists in Madhya Pradesh was once the capital of Chandela Rajputs. Khajuraho or Khajirvahila literally means the garden of dates presents an exotic view for tourists. This historic land situated in Chhatarpur district beholds a good number of Hindu and Jain temples. Today, Khajuraho is one among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Amazing sculptures and architecture of buildings in this temple town is a fine example depicting Indo- Aryan style of construction. Annual dance festival conducted in Khajuraho temple attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world. Beautiful carvings seen inside inner sanctum of Khajuraho temples is really spectacular.

Parsvanath temple, built during the reign of Dhangadeva is an important tourist place coming in the top list of Khajuraho travel guide. You can watch here wonderful stone carvings depicting the images of God. It is a well known Jain temple coming under the group of Eastern group of temples in Bhundelkand region of Madhya Pradesh. Lakshmana temple built by king Yasorvarman is another spellbinding tourist destination promoting Khajuraho tourism. Alluring architecture of this stone temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu presents a fabulous view for visitors. Studies say that, the statue was presented to king Yasorvarman by Devapala. Chausath Yogini temple dedicated to 64 Yoginis is another attractive tourist spot promoting Khajuraho tourism. This ancient temple built in 900 AD is considered as the oldest surviving temple in Khajuraho. Chitagupt temple, Vishwanath temple, Devi Jagadhamba temple, Ghantai temple, Adinath temple, Chaturbhuj temple and Duladeo temple are other temples included in Khajuraho travel guide.

Panna National Park, located on the banks of river Ken is one of the most widely visited tourist places in Khajuraho. Park stretches over 546 km in area and beholds a rich collection of wildlife species. It is one among the favourite destinations of zoologists and ornithologists. Sambars, chinkaras and boars are some of the rare living species found in this national park. Majhgawan Diamond Mines and Raneh Falls are two near by tourist places to Panna National Park enhancing Khajuraho tourism. Khajuraho is also equipped with historic museums like Archaeological museum and Dhubela museum housing ancient weapons, historic sculptures and traditional paintings. Pandava waterfalls with beautiful landscape located on Ken River presents a spectacular view for tourists. This tourist place in Khajuraho, located 32 km away from Khajuraho city dedicate a breath taking view for tourists.

Majestic Ajaigarh and Kalinjar Forts, Bhandhavgarh National Park, Rewa Palace, Beni Sagar Dam and historic Jain temple exhibiting 24 thirthankaras are other best known tourist places enhancing Khajuraho tourism. Amazing carved stones and sculptures seen in Khajuraho temples depicts the great artistic talents of Chandelas. Out of 85 temples in Khajuraho, only 22 are remaining today. Journey exploring these fabulous sight scenes in Khajuraho travel guide helps in better knowing of their traditional culture. Khajuraho, standing as a symbol of medieval heritage is a perfect choice for your tour trip.

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Shimla Tourist Places

Shimla is a captivating hill station. Due to its unparalleled natural beauty, it is referred to as the "Queen of the Hill Stations". It is the capital city of the state of Himachal Pradesh. People in Shimla enjoy pleasing summers and, cold and snowy winters. Entire town of Shimla is full of forests of pine, rhododendron and oak.

Among the tourist destination in the Northern India, Shimla ranks high and is visited by a huge number of tourists all year round. Various adventure activities like skating, trekking, fishing, ice skating and camping are also involved in the tourism in Shimla.

Shimla is located in the North-West of Himalaya at an altitude of 2159 meters. It is one of the best hill stations of India. This place is usually very pleasant in summers as the temperature is not very high and the winters are cold. Usually the environment is often shrouded by frost. The best time to visit Shimla is from April to August and mid September to late November.

We can reach Shimla

By Air: 30 km from Shimla there is an airport Jubbarhatti. It takes approximately 1 hour to reach there. We can hire taxi from airport to Shimla.

By Rail: The nearest station is Kalka. It takes 3 hours from Kalka to reach Shimla. The best train to reach Shimla from Delhi and Kolkata. We can hire local bus or taxi from railway station for Shimla.

By Road: Journey becomes pleasant and exciting if we go by road as the roads are excellent.

Shimla is the most beautiful and the popular most hills resort of India. It has lots of things to fetch its visitors. 

The most favorite among the honeymooners and the vacationers are the large range of Eco activities and excursion. People enjoy there by taking nature walk in the oak and rhododendron forest, horse riding, skiing and ice skating.

There are many places to visit. The main places of attractions are:

1. The Mall: It is the biggest shopping centre of Shimla.
2. Summer Hill: This place attracts the nature lovers. It is at the height of 6500 feet.
3. Christ Church: It is the second oldest church in North India.
4. Jakhu hill: It is situated at the height of 8000 feet. It is the highest hill of Shimla.
5. Annandale: It is known as the playground of Shimla. It is at the height of 6100 feet
6. Kufri: It is one of the best places in the country for Skiing.

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Best Tours to Enjoy in Kerala

For all those who think South India is known only for its coconut trees, exclusive Kerala tour packages have brought a variety that gives you various ways to experience the serene state of Kerala. Along with the backwaters and coconut tress, the adventurous wildlife and the bustling beaches make this state one of a kind destination for tourists from within and outside India. Whether it is winters or summers, Kerala experiences a high rate of visitors throughout the year. Trek on woody mountain trail, enjoy the wildlife, beat the heat on beaches or just enjoy the cozy comfort of backwaters by booking one of the below mentioned Kerala tours:

Kerala Wildlife Tours:

Book this package to enjoy the jungles of Kerala that are innate habitants for the wildlife animals such as leopard, tiger, sambhar, chital, wild dogs etc. Feel your adrenalin rush as you silently trek through the forests of Kerala and discover the water world on your wildlife tours to Kerala. Kerala wildlife tours include various Kerala wildlife sanctuaries such as Eravikulam National Park, Periyar National Park, Thattekad Wildlife Sanctuary, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and many more.

Kerala Backwater Tours:

Kerala Backwater Tours are one of the best Kerala tours that give the premium experience of Kerala tourism. The houseboat takes tourists on the tranquil and picturesque backwaters and provides them an experience that is eternal. Kerala Backwater tours are among the several highlights of Kerala tour packages as they showcase the natural liveliness that Kerala stands for. Numerous backwater destinations (like Kumarakom and Athirappally) will let you experience the exquisiteness that is impossible to find anywhere else in the world.

Kerala Beach Tours:

Famous all over the world for its revitalizing beaches, Kerala is one destination where tourists can unwind on the golden sands, enjoy the coconut trees, watch birds fly through palm trees and also invigorate their senses with soothing Kerala Ayurvedic massages. Select Kerala beach tours to look at small marine creatures, enjoy water sports or just lie down on the smooth white sand.

Kerala Honeymoon Tours:

A lot of couples each year choose Kerala to be their honeymoon destination. Whether you are an adventure loving soul or just like to sit and enjoy the silence, Kerala offers best of both and that is the reason why it is the first choice of newly married couples within and outside India. Book Kerala honeymoon tours to plan your honeymoon to Kerala and experience to celebrate the beautiful moments of life in natural surroundings. In a way Kerala is an absolute package that proves to be an ideal destination to enjoy your honeymoon because it is serene, tranquil, composed and extremely beautiful!

Book the most suitable Kerala holiday packages, Kerala honeymoon package and Munnar honeymoon package to discover amazing valleys, the surging paths, attractive flora and fauna and turn your tour into one of the best Kerala tours!

Take A Goa Tour To Visit The Pearl Of The Orient

Goa is also known as "Pearl of the Orient". It is located on the western coast of India. This tourist paradise is an exotic beauty famous for marvelous architecture of its temples, churches and old houses. Goa is also famous for its beautiful beaches and sea. The real beauty of Goa is in its interiors, both building interiors and the vicinity away from these majestic beaches. The Hindu mythology recommends Goa as a holy and pious land and credits Lord Parshuram, for its creation.

Goa has a coastal line of 120km bordering the sapphire sea. The beaches of Goa fringe along this coastal line. Some of them are Anjuna, Baina, Bogamalo, Colva, Dona Paula, Harmal, Mandrem, Morgim, Palolem, and Vagator. Some of the famous places in Goa are:

Panaji: It is the capital of Goa and one of the most beautiful towns in India. The wooded Altinho Hill and the Mandovi River are its popular attractions. Among the places to see in Panaji are Idalcao Palace, Aguada Fort, Goa State Museum and Santa Monica cruise.


Old Goa: It is also called Velha Goa. It was the capital of Portuguese. Old Goa strives on its majestic and grand churches. Some of the other major attractions in Goa are Margao, Canacona, Mapusa, Ponda, Kavalem, Vasco-Da-Gama, Dudsagar Waterfalls, and Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary .

You can have extreme fun in Goa. There are chances that you may not have time, to enjoy to the hilt. Parasailing, speed boating, yachting, windsurfing, water skiing, and deep-sea diving are some of the preferred adventure activities in Goa. Goa is World famous for its beaches and the best thing you can do in Goa is to enjoy these exotic beauties. Besides Goa Beach Tours you can visit wildlife sanctuaries in Goa like Bhagvan Mahavir Sanctuary, Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, etc. Goa is a historical city and is blessed with marvelous art and architecture. One can visit these monuments and witness the golden past of this place.

Goa is famous for its glitter and glamour. You can visit various casinos, pubs, rest-o-bars, etc. in Goa. These places are bestowed with unique service scape, designed as per the tastes of tourists who usually come here to enjoy. Goa is also famous for its trance parties. If are in Goa, make sure you take part in them. They are full of fun and unadulterated pleasure. Goa is a shopper's paradise and has magnificent places to buy ethnic Goan wear and jewellery. You can also go to those street side shacks that offer delicious Goan cuisines.  The people of Goa are warm hearted and very friendly. Siesta is an important part of Goa life; shops opening from one to four only and then most Goans retiring for the afternoon.

The people of Goa are warm hearted and very friendly. Siesta is an important part of Goa life; shops opening from one to four only and then most Goans retiring for the afternoon. The people of Goa are fun loving. Although they are of different faiths and cultures, they mingle well to create the easygoing culture focused on good living. Goa enjoys romantic monsoons. The monsoon season is full of romantic rains. However, the summers, from March to May, are hot and humid. Winters, from November to March, are the best time to visit this place.

Goa is a lovely city, full of life and happenings. It has developed unique tourist offerings to attract tourists. Goa sells its majestic natural beauty with pleasing supplements. In short, it has developed into a perfect tourist destination. If you are in India, you cannot miss this majestic beauty, even by chance.

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