Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Cheap Holiday Packages - Kodaikanal


Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu is also famous as Kodai with wonderful and magnanimous star shaped lake. The best time to see this place is, from April to June and September to October in every year. It is very difficult for the tourists to enjoy the serene beauty of the place due to unfriendly and terribly cold weather in all other days except for the above mentioned months. The delightful and captivating elfin hill station is a perfect place for the visitors to get pleasure from their holidays.



Kodaikanal is full of valleys, mountains and green bedded landscapes. Poetically speaking, Kodaikanal is a place where the cloud bed of valleys seems like sky fell on to the arms of the earth. It is 6,854 feet high above the sea level and one among the most famous hill areas in the state of ‘The Queen of Hill Stations’, Tamil Nadu. Those who are on their way to spend their holidays, consider it a residential place during summers. People who hail from western parts of the globe prefer mostly to spend their vacations especially to beat the heat in the season of summer.

Tourists come here again and again as fascinated by the scenic beauty and relaxed ambience of the place. Other site seeing spots apart from Star Shaped Lake in Kodaikanal are, Solar Observatory, Fairy Falls, Coaker’s Walk (it is just one kilo meter away from the lake and offers the most beautiful views of the nearby places), and Kurunji Andavar Temple (devoted to Hindu religion Lord, Murugan. It is located just three kilometers away from the Star Shaped Lake. The aesthetic temple offers a great view of Palani Hills and Northern Plains). The South India’s beautiful and most fascinating tourist spot offers a great welcome to the tourists who come on their holidays to regenerate their mind and body out of all burdens. For further details on Cheap Travel Packages to Kodiakanal you can contact your nearest Travel Agent

Saturday, September 29, 2012

Cheap Holiday Packages - Ranikhet


Ranikhet is a Hindi term which stands for pasture of Queen. As per the popular myth around the area, that Raja Sudhardev dedicated this place to Rani Padmini, his official consort, as her residential place by naming it Ranikeht. To their surprise, people will not trace out any remnants of palace and it is an absolute empty area. When the British colonized this place in 1869, they set it up as the center of the Kumaon Regiment and spent their days in summer seasons to move away from the heat produced by the sun. Now this place entertains the tourist from all over the world as a favorite place of their budget holidays. At one juncture, Ranikhet was projected as summer capital of the Indian Government in place of Shimla, by the British King.


People used to throng this place especially during summers, to hideaway from the rising mercury in the summer. It is positioned at an altitude of 1,869 meters from the sea level. With its glorious past, Ranikhet occupies the top place in the list of tourist spots in India to the delight of tourists who love to spare their budget holidays here. It is one of the must-see places in Northern India. Those who want to enjoy taking the snaps shots of serene beauty during snowfall; it is the best time to visit Ranikhet from the month of December to February. The woods of oak, deodar and pine, shelter the flora and fauna like, mountain goat, sambhar, Indian hare, leopard, barking deer, red-faced monkey, leopard cat, red for, jackal, porcupine and langur. The forests also yield many seasonally available fruits and flowers. Above the all, Ranikhet is a wonderful place to visit in order for people to enjoy their holidays within the limits of minimum expenditure. For further details you can contact your nearest Travel Agent for a Cheap Holiday Package

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Cheap Holiday Packages - Gulmarg


Among various hill stations in the state of Jammu & Kashmir, Gulmarg is one among them which is located around 2730 meters above sea level and it is situated in the Baramulla district in Jammu and Kashmir. Gulmarg hill station was discovered in the year 1927 and it is attracting many foreigners and film makers. The word “gul” stands for flowers, hence the name of this place i.e. Gulmarg means “a meadow of flowers”. Some of the flowers that bloom in this hill station are daises, bluebells, buttercups and forget-me-nots. Numerous people are attracted to spend their holidays in this hill station due to its natural beauty such as snow capped mountains, various types of flowers, etc.


Popular tourist attractions in the Gulmarg are Gondola Lift, Alpather Lake, Heliskiing & skiing, Ferozpore Nallah, Khilanmarg, Ningli Nallah, shrine of Baba Reshi and Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve. Gondola Lift which is constructed newly attracts various tourists to take a ride in it and Gondola Lift offers ride above the pine-dad slopes and mountains of the region which also offers very beautiful view of the Gulmarg. Gulmarg is considered as Asia’s most famous Heliskiing resort as the green slopes of the Gulmarg are covered with snow from December which makes it perfect place for ski runs. Alpather Lake located at a distance of 13 Km from Gulmarg, and this lake remains in the frozen state till mid-June and even after the June you can see chunks of ice floating in this lake.



There are various means of transport through which you can reach Gulmarg to enjoy your holidays in this hill station and before planning for a holiday it is advisable to approach various travel agencies as they can better help you to enjoy your holidays with Cheap Holiday Packages that fit into your budget.

Saturday, September 22, 2012

Cheap Holiday Packages - Srinagar


Srinagar is the capital of Jammu & Kashmir during summer and it is the largest city of Jammu & Kashmir which is popular for its houseboats, Mughal Gardens and canals. Srinagar is located on the bank of River Jhelum and it is a perfect place for budget holidays and you can spend some hours just by wandering in the streets. Srinagar is also called as city of lakes and it is attracting various tourists from years with its lovely picturesque Himalayan background, Shikaras, brilliance of Mughal architectural and glittering lakes which are surrounded by flatboats. Hence most of the people want to spend their budget holidays in this hill station which is abounded with gardens and waterfalls, beautiful valleys, chinar trees and snow capped mountains.



Major attractions of Srinagar are Dal Lake, Hari Parbat Fort, Gulmarg Biosphere Reserves, Hazratbal Mosque, Nagin Lake, Shankaracharya Hills and Mughal Gardens. Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve is located at a 48km distance from the Srinagar and it is popularly known for retaining numerous endangered and rare species like varied and rich avifauna, musk deer, etc. Nagin Lake is also called as “Jewel in the Ring” and the name of this lake comes from numerous trees that surround the deep blue lake. Hari Parbat Fort is the fort of 18th century which was built by Atta Mohammed Khan from the year 1776. The surrounding walls of the Fort are much older than the fort which was built during the Akbar’s Rule.

Best time to spend your budget holidays in Srinagar is during summer season in between the months of April and June. The other attractions of the Srinagar include Nasim Bagh, Pari Mahal, Jami Masjid, Shri Pratap Singh Museum, Dachigam National Park, Wular Lake, etc.  If you want to save money on your holidays you can approach various travel agencies which provide Cheap Holiday Packages within your budget.

Agra - One of the Most Striking Places in India


Agra is one of the most striking places in the globe and holds the interest of visitors from several regions of the world. It is a much loved budget holidays spot for the majority of the Indian tourists as well as tourists from different nations. The gorgeous tiara of India, Agra gives shelter to a few of the memorials that are ranked top forever in the world. The undying sign of love – Taj Mahal, Red Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri, Sikandara, and Soor Sarovar are a few of the world class charming magnetisms that must be seen at once in life at least by everybody.

The eye-catching budget holiday spot, Agra was stated in the most distinguished and well-known classic Mahabharat as Agraban woods which was closer to Mathura. The city of Agra was built in the year 1475, by Badal Singh. In a while, it was ended as the city of principal under the government of Sikandar Lodhi.  The elongated ruling of Mughals had commenced from the moment in time when the Babur marched into on Lodhis and overpowered them to capture the city into his charge. The city of Agra has been a greatly chosen tourist spot for tourists to use up their budget holidays for a lot of decades. The passion of Mughals for architectural design has been changed into dramatic commemorative inscription and monuments.


At time when it was under the rule of Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jahan, the majesty of Agra thumped the uppermost summit. It was ended as nucleus of custom, culture, art, trade and knowledge all through the ruling of Akbar, and Shah Jahan took it to the occupied pinnacles. Even very significant celebrities like heads of western countries cannot leave back to their states devoid of offering their mark of respect to Taj Mahal in Agra, whenever they are on some or the other bureaucratic tour in India. That is the eye-catching end product of bliss on earth, called as Agra. It is a must visit budget holidaysspot for every human being on earth.


The picturesque city receives millions of tourists every day, all through the entire year. Apart from its most striking and beautiful monuments, the city of Agra offers most memorable shopping experience to the tourists to gather some souvenirs for their lifetime remembrance. Mouth watering and delicious food is served to the tourists who enjoy their budget holidays here

Surat - One of the Pleasing and Shining Cities in Gujarat


Surat is one of the pleasing and shining cities in the state of Gujarat in India. Surat, known as the ‘Sun City’ is also next biggest city in the state as well as being capital center of the Surat District. The striking city is situated on the way to Ahmedabad from Mumbai and connected with those two cities through rail way as well. It is one of the worth seeing sites in Gujarat for tourists of budget holidays, who are touring in the state. The city has ages of history to its credit and number of monuments that take the visitors back to the history.


Throughout the year, the astounding city, Surat receives an avalanche of tourists from all quarters of the Gujarat state, other states of India as well as other nations on earth. To be simple, it is a paradise for tourists to relish their budget holidaysin a pleasant and soothing environment. Surat Castle, which belongs to 16thcentury; Mughal Sarai (travellers’ inn), presently used as administrative building for Surat Municipal Corporation; cemeteries that are belonged to English, Dutch and Armenians; and a few more Islamic Monuments such as mosques are the places that offer a great feast to the eyes of the tourists of the place.




The amazing city of Surat is also famous for diamond cutting and polishing. It being a port city the city is actively busy with export and import business to and fro other states as well as nations. It is a favorite place for shopaholics, and offers all varieties of products including handlooms and handicrafts carved out by seasoned artists of the locality. The beautiful budget holidays site can be accessed through all ways of air, rail and road transportation. The gorgeous city has all the amenities required by tourists to feel at home

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Cheap Holiday Packages – Mahabaleshwar


One of the popular hill stations of India, Mahabaleshwar is located in the Satara district of Maharashtra which is situated in the Western Ghats. It used to serve as capital of Bombay (Mumbai) in the summer during the period of British raj.  Mahabaleshwar comprises of three villages Old “Kshetra” Mahabaleshwar, Malcolm Peth and part of Shindola Village and it is the source of river Krishna which flows through the states of Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Karnataka. As Mahabaleshwar is located in the state of Maharashtra, hence it is well connected with various means of transport and it serves as perfect destiny to spend your Holidays.



The source of the Krishna River in the Mahabaleshwar is the mouth of cow’s statue located in the Mahadev Temple in old Mahabaleshwar and it is believed that this river is Lord Vishnu himself who took form as a river due to the curse of Savithri on Trimurtis (Three major Gods of Hindu religion – Lord Vishnu, Lord Brahma and Lord Shiva). Tributaries of Krishna – Koyana and Venna are believed to be Lord Brahma and lord Shiva. The other four rivers which come out from cow’s mouth are Gayatri, Savithri, Venna and Koyana which travel for some distance and then merge into Krishna River.

Mahabaleshwar is a perfect honeymoon spot, pilgrimage site and holiday resort where you can enjoy your holidays and you can visit various nearby places in Mahabaleshwar within your budget. Mahabaleshwar is the place where Mahabaleshwar Temple is located and it takes only five hours to reach Mahabaleshwar from Mumbai through roadways. Mahabaleshwar is known for strawberries and honey which is produced here as the climate of the Mahabaleshwar is suitable to grow Mulberries and Strawberries. Various travel agencies are offering Cheap Holiday Packages to Mahabaleshwar and before choosing any package it is advisable look after packages offered by other travel which helps you to take proper package.

Saturday, September 15, 2012

Cheap Holiday Packages - Dharamsala


Dharamshala or Dharamsala is a popular hill station located in the state of Himachal Pradesh in India and it was previously called as Bhagsu and it is the district headquarters of Kangra District. Dharamsala is located against the background of Dhauladhar Mountains and it is divided into upper Dharamshala and lower Dharamshala and they differ by thousand meters in height. One who wants to spend his budget holidays in the hill station can plan to visit Dharamsala which offers great fun and excitement.



The major tourist attractions of the Dharamsala are Maharana Pratap Sagar, Chamunda Devi Temple, Nurpur Fort, Dal Lake, Pong Lake Sanctuary, Norbulinks Institute, etc. As Dharamshala is a hill station situated in the Himalayas, its climate is pleasant during summer and very cold during winter and there is a chance of temperature falling below freezing point during winter. The best time to spend your budget holidays in this hill station is during summer and it is not recommended to visit this hill station during monsoon because there are chances of landslides. Hence most of the travel agencies offer you great packages to visit Dharamsala during summer and you can enjoy your budget holidays with your family and friends in this hill station.

Today Dharamsala as become home of Dalai Lama (Tibetan Leader) and Tibetan communities rule the town. Dharamsala is surrounded with Deodar forests and pine trees and snowline situated nearby Dharamsala provides healthy atmosphere which makes its surrounding more attractive. Dharamsala is town of busy bazaar which established itself as a base camp for travelers. Kangra Museum which highlights the rich past of this region and various institutes located here tries to preserve the Tibetan culture, tradition and arts. People who can afford to see the Tibetan life style and their culture they can plan their Holidays to Dharamsala.

Saturday, September 8, 2012

Puri Jaganath Temple - Orissa


Orissa, earlier called Odisha, is a land of a history largely different from the other regions of the Indian Subcontinent. The Mauryan Empire has flourished in the present land of Orissa. Other major dynasties which had their abode in Orissa include Utkal, Kantara or Mahakantara and Southern Kosal. The culture that existed in this region can be termed seafaring as it has influenced majority of the countries of South East Asia. Another noteworthy point is that the Kalahandi, Balangir, Koraput (KBK) regions are of historical importance due to their reference in the Ramayana and Mahabharata under the name Kantara.



Puri is one place, commonly described as a Heaven in Earth, which goes hand in hand with Orissa’s tourism. Major attractions at Puri include the Puri Jagannadh, and hence the name Jagannadh Puri, temple and the abutting pristine beach which is one of the world’s finest beaches. The location of the city allows the tourists to watch sunset and sunrise by the beach. The Vishnu temple here is the larger than any other Vishnu temple anywhere else in the world. The Aruna Stambha, a monolithic 16 sided pillar upright in front of the Sun Temple, is one of the most magnificent structures in the place. Many writers have been short of words to explain the beauty of the place; such is the architecture and sculpture here. A holy place in Puri is the Swargadwara, a Burning Ghat for Hindus. Gundicha, Lokanath, Sunaragauranga, Daria Mahabir and Tota Gopinath temples here are of importance and visited by many tourists.

A tourist can choose to walk all the way from Puri to Konark, which are 36 km apart, on the beach. Balighai is a famous picnic location in Orissa. The shrine of Sakshigopalnath, Satyabadi or Sakshigopal is a temple that must be visited by every pilgrim to Puri. Baliharachandi close to the mouth is the river Bhargavi is the temple of Goddess Durga. Rajghurapur is the home of the recherché pattachitra's and talapattachitra's. Brahmagiri, streamed by pilgrims during Anabasara, is also a place that can be visited from Puri. Plan your holiday and book your tickets to see mesmerizing temples in India.

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Ponmudi - Golden Peak


Ponmudi (Golden Peak) is a hill resort located about 60 km. north-east of Trivandrum. It is surrounded by the thick greenery of Kerala’s main forest cover. Trekking and hiking are the chief tourist attractions. There are also a number of tea gardens in the area. The diverse variety of flora and fauna of the region draws many nature lovers from many parts of the country, especially from the southern states. It is one of the cheapest budget holiday destination in India



Visitors to Ponmudi can but reach it only by road. The meandering and convoluted road leading right up to the scenic hill is a circuitous pathway, travelling through which is an expedition in itself. Many amazing views of the forest and of the treetops captivate the traveller and mandate many stopovers on the way to the hill.  Indeed, the narrow road girdles the flanks of the hill and demands an unhurried and gingerly ascent right up to the hilltop.

Atop the hill, one can view many abutting valleys and clouds of mist languidly floating past the hill. The Merchiston Estate can be seen in the far distance. Some of the tea gardens can be seen spread out against the face of the lesser hills.  Rivulets can be found gently gurgling down many of the recesses of the hill. This hill in the jungle is also a natural habitat of some of the rare and exotic species of butterflies, birds and amphibian wildlife. Numerous natural springs are tucked deep inside the grasslands and dales on the hill, which many believe, are the secret of the bounteous surroundings.

Ponmudi is a veritable photographer’s delight, given the range of visuals that can be composed from various combinations of sky, cloud clusters, foliage, flora and fauna as well as the streams, ponds and rocks. Golden sunlight streaming through the mist and the overhanging greenery is a sight to behold. The valleys and the glens glow and shimmer as the first rays of the sun pour into the hillside at dawn.  Rock climbing and trekking spots are available as well, so Ponumdi does not disappoint those wanting to catch some adventure apart from revelling in the grand scenery all around and exploring the hill’s hidden treasures. The brooks and streams offer more than one ideal location where visitors can set up picnicking camps. A couple of wildlife parks as well as waterfalls are added attractions that can also be visited while on a tour to Kerala.   

Saturday, September 1, 2012

What Is There To See At Wokha, Nagaland?


Wokha is a town in the middle of the Naga Hills located at the North-eastern parts of India. It was occupied by the British as the capital of the Naga Hills before they shifted to Kohima. There is an interesting tale about the name of the district; Wokha in the language of the Lotha tribes meant ‘census’, and because this was the town where most of the tribe assembled before they dispersed on migratory missions, the name stuck! The district is situated at an altitude of 1313 mts. and is divided into three ranges.



The Upper Range is also called Wokha which forms the higher ground of the District to the North East. The Middle Range is called the Sanis Range that occupies the central part. The Lower Range is called Bhandari Range which is the outermost region of the district extending from the Mokokchung area and sloping down to the plains of Assam on the northwest. The Lower range has two of the most fertile valleys of Wokha; Baghty and Tchying. All these beautiful locations made Whoka, Nagaland, has a finest budget holiday destination in India. There is the mighty Tiyi Enung peak in the district, with an altitude of 1970 mts. The hill is a haven for rhododendrons that grow all over it. It is believed by many Naga people that the mountain is where departed souls dwell. The view from the mountaintop is breathtaking. The many rivers that pass the length of the district include Doyang, Chubi, Nzhu and Nruk.

All over Wokha, ancient monoliths (called ‘Longzu’ in the vernacular) can be seen erected. These were set up as status symbols by the headmen of the tribes. The dances of the Lothas in their colourful attires are the highlight of the celebration of the Shanta festival. Pikhuchak and Tokhu Emong are the other festivals. Many varieties of fruits, vegetables and bamboo shoots are cultivated by the Wokha tribes. One can book flights from anywhere on the country to reach the nearest airport of the Naga Hills. 

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Wayanad – A Nature’s Paradise


Wayanad expands along the area of 2,132 square kilometers on the supercilious Western Ghats. It is positioned at an average altitude of 2100 meters from the sea level. Wayanad is a district in Kerala that upholds the immaculate and untouched nature of the region among the other few more districts in the state. The place offers a perfect ambience to the tourists to celebrate their holidays. The abode of tribes, who are up till now unpolluted from the pollutants of civilization is a fabulous hideaway place for avalanche of tourists from all parts of India as well as all other parts of the planet.




It is one of the much preferred places for tourists to spend their budget holidays at least for once in a year. The antediluvian images and carvings in Kerala were exposed at the outset around in the bottom of Edakkal and Ambukuthimala mountains. These images and carvings hold the evidence of a primitive culture starting from the age of Mesolithic. The outstandingly charming place, Wayanad is very famous for its subtropics of grassy plains, chocolate box of hill stations, extensive spice gardens, exuberant woods and traditions with affluent culture.

All of the special features of Wayanad blend together to offer an incredible and far-fetched atmosphere to the tourists to add this place to their itinerary while planning their budget holidays in the state of Kerala. An analyzing convergence of Backwoods, the glorious past and tradition of the place, make Wayanad, which is positioned on the southern verge of the bravura Deccan Plateau as a place of uniqueness to the delight of tourists worldwide. Wayanad can be accessed through all means of transportation, and the accommodation and food available at this place are genuinely delightful and delicious and really economical. That is why, tourists who tour in Kerala, visit this place without letting any chance to miss it.  

Saturday, August 25, 2012

Vasco De Gama - Destination Of Finest Budget Hotels


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Now, the city of Vasco De Gama has emerged as a demanding shipping yard with the arrival of enormous vase vessels to drop several kinds of raw materials and other varieties of goods. Vast number of tourists from every nook and cranny of the world come here to witness the beauty of the place while touring Goa, during their holidays. It is one of the cheapest holiday destinations you can find in the country. Bogmalo beach, Naval Aviation Center, Marmagao Port and the like are the famous places for exploration of the tourists who visit Vasco De Gama. The city is also famed as the cardinal source of trade and commerce besides for the well known tourist interests that give a different dimension of the state of Goa.

This most prefered holiday spot also has some of the finest restaurant and hotels in Goa to host the tourists with warm heart. While moving in the Bogmalo beach, tourists will find sumptuous food and some special dishes that are belonged to Goa besides the other activities that are found in every beach like swimming, scuba diving, surfing and fishing. And the beach is safe haven open water diving and swimming. All of these qualities make the city to attract huge number of tourists.  

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Murshidabad - A Fabulous Historical City in India


Murshidabad is a fabulous and historical city that is worth seeing for tourists from all over the places in India as well as foreign visitors from other parts of the world. It is one of the Cheapest holiday destinations you can find in the country. The historical city is located on the verges of the sacred river Bhagirathi on southern parts in West Bengal state (recently the name of the state has been changed to West Banga). The city played a crucial role as an administrative center for unbroken Bengal during Mughals’ regime. Today, the city stands as an interpreter of the history with so many monuments and evidences spread all over the city.


The astounding city with number of beautiful and mind blogging spots attracts tourists from everywhere on earth to make their budget holidays most memorable for life. The historical monuments in the Murshidabad city denote the taste of Mughal rulers for magically carved structural designs. The beautiful landscapes, gardens that spread everywhere and the amicable ambience of the city are the additional features that grip the attention of an avalanche of tourists. The city is famous for its textiles industries that produce fabrics of cotton and silk. It is a wonderful place that is worth seeing for tourists of the state.

The marvelous city, Murshidabad occupies the area of 5,341 square kilometers almost. The epitome city of budget holidays has many Mughal architectural evidences like Imambara Masjid, Hazarduari Palace, Moti Jhill, Katra Masjid, Jahankosh, Wasef Manzil and Muradbagh Palace. Apart from those ancient buildings, the city of Murshidabad has many more attrctions that are preferred by a modern human being. The city is full of sumptuous restaurants, where tourists can savor the Mughal varieties of delicious cooking along with other cuisines that belonged to other countries. The city is well connected with all important cities of India to be accessed easily from every quarter of the country.         

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Munnar Visit - A Personal Experience


For centuries, Kerala has been admired for its natural environs, backwaters, forest cover and hills. It was rated amongst the world’s top tourist destinations by the National Geographic Magazine and is the favorite holiday spot of beach lovers visiting India from all over the world.

My visit to Munnar in December last was a trip that is unforgettable. The first thing you notice when you arrive at Munnar is the hillside air and the expanse of greenery all around town. I found that the JJ Cottage opposite the KSRTC bus stand offers decent accommodation for the price it charges.

I had heard about the Top Station and made it my first stop in Munnar. It is about 1,700 meters above sea level. The stunning thing about the view from Top Station is that you actually stand level with the clouds and can even gaze into the details of those that are but a stone’s throw away. The surprise that Top Station throws: the Neelakurinji flower that floods the hillsides in a riot of purple-blue tint, is a sight to behold!

Other spots that I checked out were the Anayirangal Dam, Powerhouse Waterfalls, and the Tea Museum. The Anayirangal Dam is surrounded by tea plantations. The view from the reservoir is a photographer’s muse. Edge-to edge greenery of the tea and coffee plantation fills the visual field with the dark brown mountains rising in the backdrop while the placid waters of the dam are a shining blue; an enchanting enclosure of the elements.  



The waterfalls are en route the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. People were eagerly gulping water from the nearby lake of Sita Devi Kulam. “Won’t you get ill?” I asked a youngster to which he replied, “Chill. The water is so powerful, it actually cures all ailments.” He went on to say that the water is the only thing that gives him relief from his acute migraine. I was not fully convinced, but shared my cardamom-flavored coffee (courtesy Coffee Caza in the Fort Munnar) with him and filled my flask up with the so-called cure-all anyway. (You know, you never know!)

The tea museum is run by Tata Tea. The collection is devoted to many objects and exhibits that trace the beginnings and evolution of the tea plantations in Munnar. Not only is the tea manufacturing process illustrated, but the tea culture across continents is also compared and the souvenir shoppe has many thingamajigs that interest the tourist.

Monday, July 30, 2012


Himachal Pradesh is located in Western Himalayas and there are various elevations of mountains ranging from 350 – 7000 meters are present in this state. State of Himachal Pradesh consists of twelve districts: Una, Lahul, Mandi, Hamirpur, Kangra, Chamba, Shimla, Spiti, Kullu, Kinnaur, Sirmaur and Solan. This state composes of glaciers and rivers and this state provides water to Ganga and Indus basins. Other rivers flowing across Himachal Pradesh include Ravi, Beas, Chenab, Yamuna and Sutlej rivers and these rivers are fed by rainfall and snow, hence they are called as perennial rivers.



Himachal Pradesh Attractions 

The main attractions in the state  are the capital, Shimla, the celebrated hill stations of Kullu, Manali and Dalhousie, the historic towns of Chamba and Kangra and the Rohtang Pass. There are hot springs and beautiful woods in the countryside of Himachal and the natural terrain and green cover are all-pervading phenomena.
 
Hill stations in Himachal Pradesh 

The main hill stations are Dalhousie, Kufri and Dharamshala. Dalhousie is famous for its pine trees, rafting and colonial-era houses. Kufri is a snow laden hill station popular for winter sports like trekking, skiing and hiking. Rides on yaks and ponies are a delight for kids. Dharamshala is noted for its conifer and oak trees and the Kangra Art Museum.
 
Himachal Pradesh Activities 

Trekking, mountain climbing, camping, safari and bird-watching are about all the activities that can keep a tourist engaged in Himachal Pradesh. The Zanskar, Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal range of mountains are a trekker’s paradise. There are many base camps in Manali from where one can embark on mountain climbing expeditions. Guides in the area can be consulted for great camping sites. Likewise for camping and bird-watching.

Goa Attractions and Beaches


Goa Beaches

Anjuna Beach: It is the internationally famous beach where trance parties are held in the tourist season. Parties are usually scheduled on full moon days. It is also the site where the flea market is held. There is a go karting track close to the beach and some great food stalls serving delicious Goan food.

Aguada Beach: This is the beach that tourists visit for taking photographs of the Aguada Fort. The aged ramparts of the fort are still a great spot to view the sea rolling in. there are also some old churches that the devout would certainly not want to miss. The lighthouse on the beach makes Aguada unique among all Goan beaches.

Candolim Beach: This is the beach that is suitable for tourists who want peace and quiet and want to enjoy their holiday away from the maddening crowd. Candolim beach is also a good place for fishing and there are a few yoga and meditation centers close by. Boating excursions are also available for those who want to avoid the exertion of water sports.



Dona Paula Beach: It is simply the most picturesque Goan beach and also the most busiest in that there are many shops on the beach selling trinkets, lace cloth and spices. Feni and other varieties of wine are sold and so are jewelry and local handicrafts. The clear waters and the balmy sunshine complete the picture.

Vagator Beach: This is the beach full of coconut and palm trees that are always swaying in the wind. The white sands of the beach and the black rocks form an interesting contrast. Two other things that make the Vagator special are the changing color of the seawater and the sight of the fisherman in their work clothes returning to the shore with the day’s catch.
Goa Attractions 

The Goa Carnival, Goan churches and Goan cuisine are the chief attractions of the town. The carnival is called Intruz and Loutolim is the town from where the carnival begins. Music and dancing and Goan sweetmeats are indulged in heavily for the three days of the festival. The Basilica of Bom Jesus and the Se Cathedral are the revered places of worship. Goan dishes like fish curry, balchao, vindaloo and sorpotel are mouth-watering delicacies.
Goa Activities 

Beach sports, water sports, casinos, river cruises and shopping are the favorite activities of tourists. While volleyball and basketball on the shores of the beach keep sand-lovers active, boogie boarding, snorkeling, scuba diving and windsurfing offer adventure to sea-loving folk. River cruises can be taken any time of the day and dolphins and crocodiles can be spotted while floating about.

Best Budget Holidays in India


Budget Holidays India are very useful to the enthusiastic tourists to enjoy their tours to some exotic destinations within their own country and abroad as well at economical prices. It wouldn't be possible for people to visit their favorite destinations so far from their own places at inexpensive rates, if there were no such packages provided some agencies that entertain worldwide tourists through travels to different destinations. The travel agencies offer different sets of tourist packages to the tourists to match with different budget plans. You may visit many beautiful locations around the world by using the facilities provided by the packages


Holiday packages india provide you a gateway to visit picturesque and delightful places in India like, Kahmir, Delhi, Manali, Agra, Shimla, Kanyakumari, Ooty, Kodaikanal, and the like besides many places in other countries. Going for these packages will reduce your burden of booking hotels and transportation while offering them at considerably reduced prices. As there different sorts of packages available, you can select any one of them based on your holiday plans and your permitted budget. From the beginning of your tour till the end of it, everything like lodging, food, transportation, etc will be provided by the agency that books your tour.

Holiday packages india are also offered on tours to foreign countries too. You may enjoy tours to different Asian countries as well as European and other continental countries by availing the tour packages offered by a good many number of tourist agencies. You can simply book your package sitting at home through internet. You pull up your laptop PC or desktop PC with internet connection and search through the list of web sites that present an array of tour packages to the tourists for their holidays. You can omit all your physical strain with the facility offered by internet to book your tours.

Lonavala - One of the Top Tourist Destinations in India


Lonavala is one of your most wanted hill stations in India. It truly is in near proximity to Pune and Mumbai, two significant metros on the region. Pune lies at a length of 64 kilometers from the following whilst Mumbai is 96 kilometers away. The first matter that comes to brain on listening to the town's name could be the famed Lonavala Chikki, which can be a sweet candy manufactured from jaggery and sesame seeds or peanuts. The two Mumbai-Pune Expressway and Mumbai-Pune Highway go through Lonavala. It's a trekker's paradise and is also most favored through the monsoons.


Regarded since the Jewel of the Sahyadris, Lonavala is found at an altitude of 625 meters above the sea level. This beautiful hill station delivers an array of scenic environment which incorporates dense woods and valleys, absolutely free falling silvery waterfalls, historic caves and an abundance of natural splendor.The hills surrounding the town have been the stronghold on the excellent Marathas and had played a vital part during the guerrilla war between the Marathas and the Mughals.


Nowadays Lonavala has acquired commercial recognition far too. It is just a summer resort for many main industrialists likewise as for the film fraternity. Numerous movies and songs have also been shot ion the attractive locales of Lonavala. Khandala is a shut cousin of this town; found only 5 kilometers from here. Both these locations jointly are distribute over a place of 38 sq. kilometers and ended up uncovered by Sir Elphinstone, the Governor of Bombay Presidency in the year 1871 who chose to ensure it is his summer retreat. Lonavala derives its that means in the Sanskrit word lonavali which implies the presence of caves close by. There is a selection of historic caves in the area surrounding Lonavala like the Karla Caves, Bhaja Caves along with the Bedsa Caves.

Sunday, July 22, 2012

Best Monsoon Holiday Destinations in India


The reservoir of beautiful and most fascinating natural resources, India has many hill stations which are must-see for the tourists from other countries, as well as tourists from every nook and corner of India. Though it is very tough to anybody to select a few hill stations out of many as top most, let us look into five hill stations in India which best fit for spending budget holidays. 
 Coorg
Coorg is in Karnataka state, 252 km away from Bangalore at an altitude of 1525 m near Maidikeri, capital of Kodagu district. It is a wonderful place toenjoy budget holidays. Coorg or Kodagu is the term used to refer a thick forest on extreme hill. This is also called as the Scoltalnd of India. Madikeri, Madikeri Fort, Raja's Seat, Nagarahole National Park, Iruppu Falls, Abbey Falls, Omkareshwara Temple, Bhagamandala and Talacauvery are some of the wonderful places to seen without fail by the tourists in their budget holidays.
 Nilgiri
It is worthwhile spending your budget holidays, since the Nilgiri hills have many centuries of history to their credit. It is still enigma to our minds, why these hills are called Nilgiri hills or Blue Mountains. But there are speculations among people, as the fog covering area while some people say kurunji flowers which paint blue color to the hills brought this name to these hills. It was in 1602 when the first European landed in this tropical forest area. With all its historical background, it makes your budget holidays an educational event.
 Manali
The wonderful and gripping hill station, Manali has many tourist spots such as, Hadimba Temple, Tibetan Monastery, Gadhan Takechokling Gumfa,Manali Mountaineering Institute, Manali Club House, Manu Temple, Vashisth Hot Water Springs, Ashram and Temple and many more which offer attractive budget holidays packages. Hadimba Temple, Tibetan Monastery, Gadhan Takechokling Gumfa, Manali Mountaineering Institute, Manali Club House, Manu Temple, Vashisth Hot Water Springs, Ashram and Temple are some of the tourist attractions in Manali

Kodaikanal
The delightful and captivating elfin hill station is a perfect place for the visitors to get pleasure from their budget holidays. Kodaikanal is full of valleys, mountains and green bedded landscapes. The South Indian beautiful and most fascinating tourist spot offers a great welcome to the tourists who come on budget holidays to regenerate their mind and body out of all burdens. Those who are on their way to consume up their budget holidays, consider it a residential place during summers.
Darjeeling
People, who are in preparation for budget holidays for a superb tourist spot; it is very prudent to insert Darjeeling in their journey. Darjeeling is at an average altitude of 2,050 meters from the sea level. It has all the qualities which are considered to list Darjeeling as one of the top five hill stations in India. Tiger Hill, Kanchenjunga range, Batasia Loop, War memorial, Japanese Peace Pagoda, Dhirdham Temple, Pashupatinath temple of Kathmandu,Nepal, The Mall and Chowrasta, Ava Art Gallery and Buddhist Monasteries are the famous sight seeing spots in Darjeeling.