Houseboat Stay Afloat on Dal Lake

Houseboats of Kashmir is a popular travel attractions among the tourists of Kashmir. A stay in these houseboats on the bank of Dal Lake is an ethereal experience, Read to get all the info on the houseboats of Kashmir.

The stay on Houseboats on Dal Lake in Srinagar, is no less than living a dream. The houseboat rides on Kashmir are very different than that of Kerala and are moored at the Dal Lake and are made of wood with intricate carvings. Unlike the floating houseboats of Kerala, the Kashmir houseboats are stationary and suited only for accommodation. Also these houseboats are available in different sizes and categories. There are 1087 registered houseboats, out of which 703 are located in Dal lake. While 173 are anchored in the Nagin lake, the 142 are on river Jhelum. Also note that the cost of the houseboat includes all meals and free rides from the houseboat to the nearest jetty and back, as no houseboat on the lakes is directly accessible from the banks.

Facilities on Houseboats

The major attraction for tourists in Kashmir, the houseboats, boasts of various international class facilities. The houseboats came with a capacity of 2 to 5 persons and can have up to three bedrooms apart from a living room and kitchen. Adjoining bathrooms, dressing rooms, drawing rooms, dinning rooms, a pantry and upper deck along with a balcony offering spectacular views are also part of the houseboats. The houseboats are usually run by the local families and offer great culinary delights to their guests. Sightseeing, fishing, trekking and various other vocational activities are also be requested while sojourning in the houseboat.

Categories of Houseboats

While on a tour to the verdant valleys of Kashmir, tourists cannot afford to miss the chance to staying in a houseboat. The houseboats are noted for their whimsical and fancy names. The categories of Kashmir houseboats have been graded by the official Government department of Tourism of Kashmir and roughly three categories of houseboats can be hired in Kashmir. The Dal lake is divided in three parts and each part includes one among the three categories of houseboats.

Luxury Houseboats - Located on the Dal Lake, the luxury houseboats provide facilities similar to the five star hotel. Each boat has an assorted number of three to four bedrooms with a private bath and wash room and a fine dining area. The luxury houseboats have fine furniture, good carpets and modern bathroom fittings, a large front seated balcony, a sun deck and a small kitchenette. 24 hour back up and clean water supply is available in this category of houseboats. Personal cook and care taker are also available.

Deluxe Houseboats - These are like 3 star hotels that strike a perfect balance of luxury and amenity. They are well equipped with modern facilities and well furnished. A distinctive dining room and a ‘houseboy’ are also available. The rooms have 24 hour power back up and clean water is available throughout the day.

Standard Houseboats - These are the economically priced houseboats that do not provide too many services. The interiors of the houseboats are partly furnished and come with all the basic amenities. Any standard houseboat also provides a balcony in the front, a lounge, dining room, pantry and 3 or more bedrooms with attached bathrooms.

Food on Houseboats

Most of the houseboats in Kashmir are operated by the families and home prepared food is also offered to the guests. While on the houseboats in Kashmir don't miss to savour the traditional exotic ‘Wazwan’ a delightful array of dishes. The famous ‘Kahva’ tea should not be missed either. Other local dishes that one can enjoy during their stay in the Kashmir houseboats include Yakhni, Goshtaba, Burek and Zafrani Rogan Josh.

Attraction Near Houseboats

While on the houseboats of Kashmir one can enjoy a lot many activities other that just admiring the beauty of the place. You can book a shikara and take a ride of the Dal Lake. There are many floating markets on Dal Lake from where you can buy flowers and small souvenirs. On these shikaras you can sight the aquatic beings from very close as well. The shikaras charge around Rs 400 for a half day tour, though the price can be brought down further by bargaining. The nearby attractions like Mughal gardens, Jawahar Lal Kabootar khana and Nagin lake.

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Nainital The Pride Of The Himalayas

Nainital, a hill station, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. Famous for its lakes and snow capped mountains, it offers the tourists an exhilarating experience of nature's wonders.

Let me pose a question to you. What could be as eye catching and charming as the majestic Uttaranchal mountain peaks?

The answer is simple. It is the reflection of these very mountains on the placid and pure waters of the lakes on the foothills of the Kumaon.

Nainital is one such town in the state of Uttaranchal that draws numerous tourists from all parts of India and around the world because of the picturesque landscape that can take anyone’s breath away. This Lake District gives tourists the opportunity to nestle with the scenic beauty while taking in all the delightful sights and sounds with absolute glee.

A picturesque spot Nainital is situated at a height of 6360 feet above sea level and has plenty of serene lakes that will calm even the most restless of souls. It reflects the majestic mountains during the day and the innumerable stars, thanks largely to the unpolluted atmosphere, during the night.

Nainital got its name from a temple situated to the north of the Naini Lake called the Naini Devi temple. The temple deity is goddess Naina Devi, who is a manifestation of Durga and her Shakti form. Since ‘Naini’ means eyes, certain sections of the people believe that it was here that Sati’s eye fell, and hence the name Nainital.

Nainital is one of India’s most visited hill stations and is dotted with villas, cottages and bungalows. Cool weather prevails throughout the year and heavy snowfall is a common characteristic during the months from December to February. Since the weather is pleasant the year round, the best time to come to Nainital would be during the summer months that is from March to June.

Must see places in Nainital

Nainital has many places that are of historical significance and modern day adventure. Some of them are given below:

• The Naina Peak which is also known as China peak is the highest peak Nainital at a height of 2611 meters.
• Snow View which is a view point on the top of the Sher-ka-danda ridge and at a height of 2270 meters offers a breathtaking view of the town.
• Tiffin Top which is a peak at a height of 2290 meters. This place is also known as Dorothy Seat.
• Lands End is Nainital’s most adventurous place. Situated at a height of 2114 meters, it provides majestic views of the Kupra Tal and the plains.
• Hanuman Garh which is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.
• Saria Tal is a small lake that also houses a waterfall and can hence be a fun family experience.
• The Nainital Observatory
• The Nainital Zoo which houses some very rare Himalayan species of animals.

You can complete your Nainital trip in as little as two days. It’s best to reserve an entire day for your trekking expeditions. Every trekking expedition is bound to end with a pair of sore feet and an aching back- so make sure you pick a Hotel whose services you can appreciate after hours of climbing!

Acommodation in Nainital

From 5 Star Hotels to Budget and Economy ones, you are sure to find a hotel that suits your wallet during your stay in Nainital. You can allocate another day for the Hanuman Temple, the Zoo or the Observatory and save the last day of your stay in Nainital to wind out, relax and bask in the splendid weather that Nainital has to offer!

Shopping

Shopping in Nainital can be described in one word – ethnic. There are plenty of top quality woolen clothes, natural wooden structures, artistic and beautiful candles, herbal items and lots of other products.

Adventure activities

Adventure lovers would adore Nainital thanks to the world class facilities for sail boating, yachting, and paddle boating and not to forget the challenging and delightful trekking routes. The nearest railway station to Nainital is Kathgodam which is 34 kilometers away and is well connected to Delhi, Calcutta and Lucknow. NH 87 also connects Nainital.

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Special Goa Holidays

Goa, an exotic emerald land, on the west coast of India, is a tiny town but offers plenty of tourist attractions. Right from stunning beaches, tempting waterfalls, evergreen hills to beautiful lakes, Goa offers you all. Goa is widely admired for beach tourism. The pleasant climate of this place lures anyone with its refreshing and calm surroundings. Moreover, this fascinating city enthralls you with its blasting night magic in Bars, Discotheques, clubs etc.

Enjoy the happiest moments in Goa through Goa tours. Goa Tour Packages give you a brilliant opportunity to explore and enjoy eternal charm of pristine beaches, fringed by coconut trees. The crystal clear beaches offer the tourists a blissful experience amidst lusty green ambiance. These are the iconic attractions that command on the people instantly. This enchanting city attracts not only family vacationers but it is also preferred by honeymooners. It is aptly considered as a romantic paradise for those who are in love and want to spend priceless time in the mist of lovely surroundings. Several of the renowned beaches of Goa are Anjuna beach, Baga beach, Bogmalo beach, Candolim beach, Arambol beach etc which makes your trip unforgettable.

Opting tours to Goa is such a best choice for your Hotels in Goa celebration. There are plenty of luxurious resorts which offer honeymooners a delightful experience. The luxurious resorts serve a mixture of serenity and beauty where one can willingly slack oneself. Newly wed couples can also avail some special services such as Spa, Massage therapy, Ayurvedic treatments and many other ultra services like internet facility. The diversity of cuisine of fascinating hotels and resorts gives you a delicious experience. Besides it, Goa wildlife tours add extra excitement and thrill in your honeymoon. There are loads of well-maintained national parks and sanctuaries which are enriched with Bamboo trees, combined vegetation and most importantly, a wide variety of exotic animals, birds and other species.

Bondala wildlife sanctuary, Bhagvan Mahavir national sanctuary, Cotigoa wildlife reserve and so forth are the most thrilling destinations in this town. These national parks are rich in flora and fauna, dotted with lust green surroundings and exotic wild animals, etc enriching experience to relish in forever. On the other hand, Goa offers you to enjoy vivid colour festivals and parties throughout the year. This is hence the perfect season to visit at Goa Holidays for utter vacation entertainment in a delightful and remarkable way.

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Golden Triangle Gem of Incredible India

India has so many travel and tour circuit. Some love to explore its incredible Himalayas, some like to enjoy beach holidays, some love to know about its rich culture and traditions, some love to see and explore its rejuvenating greenery, some love to explore is incredible history and some love to explore and visit its incredible wealth of heritage attractions. Well the country India has so many beautiful touristic destinations and sightseeing places that make the tour or journey to India enjoyable and memorable.

India is one such country where one can enjoy vacation according to their delights and choice. Here one can have immense pleasure sitting at the highest altitude while one can enjoy vacation in the deep jungles well guarded by the wild roars and screams, while on can enjoy floating over the waters while one can enjoy vacation in a royal style staying in the royal palaces and world class heritage hotels. In every form, India is one of the most sought after destination and offer tourists to enjoy vacation with ultimate experiences of lifetime

Among the many such enchanting destinations, if you are first time and want to see the incredible charm of real India, plan for Golden Triangle Tour. It is one of the most sought after travel circuit in India which offer tourists to enjoy remarkable and memorable vacation exploring the charming and royal attractions that are found nowhere else in the world. Among the many such destinations, GTT or the Golden Triangle Tour covers these main cities of India that include visit to Delhi the capital city of India, Agra the seat to the world famous Taj Mahal and last but not the least, Jaipur the capital city of Rajasthan.

Golden triangle tours mostly starts with visit to Delhi though one can starts with Agra as it is very near to Delhi. Just a few hours drive from Delhi is the town of Agra famous for its incredible architectural beauty and splendour that pulls the attention of thousands and hundreds of tourists all the year round. Agra is home to the world famous Taj Mahal which is one of its kind in the whole world and is rewarded as One of the Seven Wonders of the World. Apart from Taj Mahal tour one can also enjoy visit to Agra Fort, Akbar Mausoleum, Itmad Ud Daulah;s Tomb and Meena Bazaar.

After the glorious tour of Agra you can head to Rajasthan to enjoy the glory and fascinating charm of Jaipur, Rajasthan Desert safari and royal attractions that are still known to the world. Rajasthan Travel is all about exploring the charm and beauty of the palatial palaces, forts and cenotaphs. On your visit to Jaipur you cannot afford to miss out to visit some interesting attractions that include Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Nahargarh Fort, Jaigarh Fort and Jal Mahal in Jaipur.

After all the finest destination in Delhi. Delhi is the capital city of India and holds so many wonderful architectural wonderments and modern architecture, building, metros and world class shopping malls. The tour to all these will surely let you explore the beauty of traditional as well as modern India. So plan your tour to India and take back home incredible memories to relish in forever.

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Famous Kerala Wildlife Destinations

Kerala is a land of sheer fascination where tourists come from across the globe. Endowed with rich flora and gorgeous greenery, Kerala is not only known for its beaches and backwaters but also for its enchanting wildlife. The wonderful tropical forests of this state are home to a wide variety of wildlife. Kerala wildlife sanctuaries are among the major attractions of Kerala tourism.

Some of the famous wildlife destinations of Kerala are:

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

It is a Tiger Reserve and a National Park located in Thekkady in the beautiful Idukki district. Sprawling over an area of 778 km sq, the Park boasts of a variety of wildlife species such as 62 species of mammals, 320 bird species, 45 reptile species, 27 amphibian species and 160 insect species. You can enjoy a boat ride on Periyar lake inside the Park. The best time to visit this park is from September to March.

Idukki Wildlife sanctuary

This wonderful sanctuary is marked with thick forests, springs, rivulets and rich flora and fauna. Covering an area of 77 sq km, located at an altitude of 750 m above sea level, the sanctuary is famous among wildlife enthusiasts. Wildlife species like tigers, elephants, jungle cats, cobras, woodpeckers, kingfishers, cobras and deer are found here. This destination is famous for its elephant population. The best time to visit this place is from December to April.

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

It is a bird paradise where bird lovers come from across the globe. It is ideally located on the banks of Vembanad Lake in the Kottayam district in Kerala. Its exotic collection of birds and picturesque environment make it a must-visit destination of Kerala. Some of the other inhabitants of this sanctuary are leopards, tigers, Nilgiri Tahr and wild pigs. The best time to visit this sanctuary is from November to February.

Eravikulam National Park
This popular park is known for being the home of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. It boasts of the highest population of Nilgiri Tahr in the world. The landscape of this park is very beautiful. It is also the home to the Atlas moth which is the largest moth in the world. Anamudi peak, the highest peak of South India, is also located inside this Park. It is also a perfect place for trekking. The perfect time to visit this park is from September to February.

There are several other wildlife destinations in Kerala such as Wayanad, Silent Valley National park, Chimmony and Chinnar. Kerala wildlife attracts tourists from far and wide. Kerala wildlife sanctuaries are home to a wide variety of wildlife. Kerala wildlife Tour will take you to the enchanting wildlife destinations.

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