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Harihareshwar tourism

29. June 2010

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Harihareshwar tourism
Harihareshwar is a small settlement along the Konkan border of Maharashtra. This place is around 200 km from Mumbai. This is a great place to relax and detoxify oneself after a hectic week at work. This place is formally known as “Kashi” for the western part of the country. The place is known for its temples, and places of worship. The place does not only serve the purpose of being religious, but it also eases your mind, since it is located along the seashore. The temple is located near the hills and contains idols of idols of Lord Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahaheshwara. These temples were constructed somewhere around the 16th century. Other than that, it also has the idol of Goddess Parvati there. Very rare, do you get a place like this, which has pristine clear beaches, silent woods,  [...]

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Bhangarh Rajasthan

24. June 2010

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Bhangarh Rajasthan
India is famously known as the “land of diversity, prosperity and remarkable tourist destinations”. Tourists come from far and wide to visit the most known places in the country like Delhi, Agra, Manali, Pondicherry, Kolkata, and Mumbai. The main tourist attractions in the country is the Taj Mahal, Gateway of India, India Gate, and the Parliament. But, tourists are unaware that India has more to it, other than these. Bhangarh in Rajasthan is very famous for its historical ruins. This place is rated to be the among the “most haunted places in the world”. Amazingly, the Government of India, does not allow the visitors to stay in the place after and before sunset. Moreover, the a signboard placed by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) reads, “Entering the borders of Bhangarh  [...]

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Alleppey, Kerala

22. June 2010

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Alleppey, Kerala
Alleppey also known as Alappuzha in Malyalam is situated in the Alappuzha district in Kerala. It is a picturesque town with canals, backwaters, beaches and lagoons. It is simply an amazing tourist destination in Kerala. This place was described by Lord Curzon as “Venice of the East”. Alleppey is famous for its classical literature. Kuttanad is also known as the rice bowl of Kerala. This place has the best unending strectch of paddy fields, small streams, and canals which are lush green coconut palms and these have been known since the early periods of the Sangam Age. One of the most amazing places where you must venture in Alleppey is the boat ride on the backwaters. Apart from this, there are a number of temples, which you can visit there. Mullackal Rajarajeswari Temple  [...]

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Marvelous Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park

17. June 2010

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Marvelous Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park
When you are visiting a country like India, no doubt, you will get plenty of breathtaking attractions and sights to explore. Those seeking for a historical site in India can visit the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park. It is a concentration of largely unexcavated archaeological, historic, and living cultural heritage properties that can be found cradled in a stunning landscape. This consists of prehistoric sites (Chalcolithic), a hill fortress of an early Hindu capital, and the ruins of 16th century capital of the state of Gujarat. Gujarat is a state of India, which offers amazing life, culture, and attractions. The Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park comprises among the vestiges, palaces, fortifications, religious buildings, agricultural structures, residential precincts, and water  [...]

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The City of Sandalwood

14. June 2010

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The City of Sandalwood
Mysore is a beautiful and also the second largest city in Karnataka. It is the headquarters of the Mysore district and the Mysore division and lies about 146 km southwest of Bangalore. The city is spread across an area of 128.42 km and is located at the base of Chamundi Hills.  The name Mysore is an anglicized version of “Mahisuru”, which means the abode of “Mahisa”, a demon in Hindu Mythology. It is famously known as the city of temples, palaces, and gardens. Tourist Attractions in Mysore The major tourist attractions are the Mysore zoo, Mysore palace, Bandipur National Park, Philomenas Church, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, Chamundeshwari Temple, and the Folks Art Museum. Mysore Zoo The Mysore zoo had been established in the year 1892. The area covering the zoo is approximately  [...]

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Spend a day at Palitana temples of Shatrunjaya

7. June 2010

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Spend a day at Palitana temples of Shatrunjaya
In India, most of the pilgrimage places are sacred to the Hindu religion. However, there are many other places that represent Jainism, Buddhism, as well as Islam. As India is a multi-cultural country, you will get plenty of temples and religious destinations to visit. Many temples in India are very old, so you can enjoy experiencing the ancient architecture that is very fascinating. Those who are planning for their next holiday can pay a visit at the Jain temple of Shatrunjaya, which is not only a religious destination, but is also a tourist destination. People in India blindly believe their deity and knows that their wishes will definitely going to fulfill in future. So if you are among the one then do not miss to pay your visit and worship the god whole-heartedly. This temple welcomes  [...]

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The breathtaking Pemayangtse Monastery in Sikkim

3. June 2010

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The breathtaking Pemayangtse Monastery in Sikkim
There are many Monasteries in India and visiting such breathtaking sites offer amazing views and experiences for the lifetime. If you are interested in visiting a Monastery then the Pemayangtse Monastery will be among the best choices. It lies close to the Gangtok and is recognized across the state of Sikkim. This monastery is a home to ta-sang lamas, the monks of Tibetan origin, who attained the maximum state of purity as per the abstinence of all varieties. The Pemayangtse Monastery is the epicenter of the monastic network of Sikkim that contains the Dzongri, Sangachoeling and Tashiding monasteries. Pemauangtse is actually a small town that offers among the oldest monasteries of Sikkim. This town can be considered as a center of religious Buddhist activities in Sikkim, which is in India.  [...]

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Karni Mata Temple: Worship the rats inside along with the idol

1. June 2010

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Karni Mata Temple: Worship the rats inside along with the idol
I get excited when someone asks me about by hobby. It’s great! I feel proud to say that traveling various places and exploring various attractions is my hobby. This may be very rare, but is really fascinating. A hobby that has power to change your life will always be the first priority of mine. I love discovering something that is present in this world and being a traveller, I went to India just to see what the country has to offer to me. Well, no doubt, India is a religious country where many different temples and holy sites could be found. Exploring the old and amazing architectural temple has become my target this time for which I went to the state of Rajasthan in India. Rajasthan has many great temples that are worth exploring. There is a reason behind visiting Rajasthan. After my  [...]

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