Tag: featured
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Munnar
This sleepy little tea town is best known (apart from its tea blends) for its rolling green hills and scenic beauty. There’s not much to do in town except for relax and take in the beauty of the place, but there are a number of attractions short distances away. Some of these include the Atukkad…
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Mumbai
The country’s commercial capital, Mumbai’s rhythm needs to be experience to be believed. Fast-paced and constantly on the go, the city has something for everyone. Colonial architecture, diverse cuisine and plenty of entertainment options are just some of what’s in store. Shopping is a tourist’s delight, and the nightlife while have you partying away.…
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Manali
One of India’s prettiest hill stations, Manali has long been a honeymooner’s paradise. But the little town nestled in the mighty Himalayas offers plenty of entertainment for adventure seekers. The Beas river has whitewater rafting and there’s skiing, trekking, paragliding and zorbing to be done all along the hilly terrain nearby.…
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Kodaikanal
Nested in the forested Palani hills, Kodai offers scenic lakes, waterfalls, beautiful valley views and observation points galore. Some of the must-visit spots include the Berijam Lake (where special permission is required before tourists can visit), the Kodai Lake (for day picnics and boating) and the sprawling Bryant Park. Getting there: The hill station does…
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Jaisalmer
The ‘Golden City’ has long been a tourist hotspot thanks to its royal history. The desert town boasts of the Jaisalmer Fort (that houses the Raj Mahal), a number of havelis, the most impressive being the Amar Sagar, Patwon-ki-Haveli and Nathmalji-ki-Haveli, and ornate Jain temples. Tourists can explore the Thar desert perched atop camels,…
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Jaipur
By Ziaur Rahman (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons It is Jaipur’s rich history and culture that have made it one of the three major tourist centres in the state. Imposing forts, awe-inspiring palaces and exquisite temples are all there and plenty of them. Visit the Jaigarh and Amber Forts…
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Visit Calcutta or Kolkota
Often called the cultural capital of the country, Kolkata has a lot to offer tourists who are open to new experiences. The Victoria Memorial and Birla Planetarium are definite must-sees as are the famous Howrah Bridge and Tagore House (where the great poet was born). Of course one of the highlights is the food.…
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Visit Bangalore or Bangaluru
This buzzing metro might be one of the most recognised Indian cities abroad, but the ‘Garden City’ had plenty going for it long before it became an IT hub. Bengaluru offers a blend of the old and the new and won’t disappoint. The Bangalore Palace and Summer Palace are a glimpse into the city’s royal…
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Visit Amritsar
The spiritual centre of Sikhism, the Golden Temple, is situated at Amritsar and draws tens of thousands of devotees and tourists every year. The temple has a sprawling complex with the central building housing the Harmandir Sahib situated in the middle of the Amrit Sarovar pool. Apart from the temple, there are a few…
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Visitthe Taj Mahal, Agra
Agra, Uttar Pradesh Agra needs no introduction. The timeless Taj Mahal makes it to almost every must-visit list, and deservedly so. The white marble structure and the sprawling campus around it are simply magnificent. And while the Taj will be the highlight of any visit to the city, there are quite a few other architectural…