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Thekkady Travel Pleasures
Thekkady the word, reminds any tourist who has come here of beautiful sights of elephants and lovely green ambience. With the best spice scented plantations of the Periyar forest nearby, Thekkady a land of adventure, thrills and absolute excitement. This is one of the best reserves of wildlife in the country and spreads across the picturesque locales and the loveliest hills that so form the background of this place. With the greatest opportunities for mountain walks and treks, this is a place where you can get the best travel pleasures.
Lying very close to the rich forests of Thekkady, this is one of the most beautiful natural zones in this part of southern India and has the world famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in the outskirts. Spanning around 777 square kilometres, this is a beautiful [...]
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Silent Valley Resort
27. January 2012
One of the biggest surprises in a travel destination is to be able to do what you please and to be able to do exactly what Mother Nature wants you to do. Such pleasures and more such excitement make up a great portion of the travel delights that are so much a part of the fun and enjoyment of such experiences.
Silent Hills Resort is one such destination in India which offers the best to you and is the best way you can enjoy the most or adventurous expeditions. Located at Manor, a little off the highway, this is a lovely tourist paradise for all those who want to have some thrill and excitement in life.
There are a plenty of things that you can do here in the land of enthralling ventures and the verdant stretches here lend beauty to the eye. The concrete jungle around is a deterrent [...]
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Attappady Kerala Attractions
19. January 2012
Nestled in the lovely verdant stretches of Kerala, Attappady is a much preferred spot by many who come to this part of India. With the best scenic views and the most extensive mountain valleys this is a beautiful region that is ensconced in the pristine surroundings of the Nilgiri Hills of the Western Ghats in India. Bordered by the district of Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu and by the Palghat taluk in the south and by Karimba on the west.
This was an ideal bike destination for us so we decided to hit it this time when we had the time to go to this part of South India. So while we finished our project in Coimbatore, we also were planning to go to Attapady in Kerala from here. As we surfed the internet we realized that we could go Attappady in the region of Kerala.
We found out that Attapady [...]
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Vythiri Places to see in Kerala
12. January 2012
Vythiri is one of the most interesting locales in God's own land Kerala. This abundantly blessed land of greenery lies at a height of 3000m above the mean sea level and is popular for its lovely haunts of spice plantations which dot the entire landscape. A very popular hill retreat in the colonial era, Vythiri today is a greatly favoured destination of all tourists who love to have a dose of adventure, excitement and flavor in their travels. The verdant stretches, the rocky terrain, and the innumerable water bodies that are found here make Vythiri a living paradise.
So get reedy for the wildest experiences like the safaris in the sanctuaries and the trekking amidst mountains here. Experience the thrills of rafting and give yourself this wonderful treat in travel delights in Kerala.
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Devikulam Travel guide and places to see
5. January 2012
Whenever you are in God's own country Kerala, you are amidst a lot of virgin meadows and pristine surroundings. So be prepared for a total green trip when you come to this part of the world. Visit Devikulam which is a beautiful locale in the Idukki district of the state of Kerala. Surrounded by a luscious scenic ambience, this hill station in the state of Kerala is very famous in Indian tours. Situated around 16 km from the famous Munnar region, this place has its own legend.
It is said the Goddess Sita had her bath here so it is known as the Devikulam or the lake of Devi. Many pilgrims and devotees come here and throng the entire area to pay their reverence to Goddess Sita here. With luscious surroundings and great scenic beauty this is a much favoured spot by all who come here just to [...]
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Munnar Places to See
29. December 2011
Ensconced in the pristine surroundings of the verdant locale of Kerala, Munnar the earlier summer resort during the British reign in India, is today a place worth cherishing in the treasure chest of Indian travels. Situated around 135km from Kochi, it has Cochin as the nearest airport and Aluva as the nearest railway station. At a height of 1600 metres, Munnar is the ideal weekend hideout and is just a journey beyond the unknown.
The name Munnar means the confluence of three rivers where "Munnu"means 'three' and "aar" means 'river'. The three rivers are Kundala, Nallathanni and Madurapuzha. This hill station situated in the Idukki district in Kerala is a must see spot and is a great feast for the eyes with the tea plantations, the magnificent lakes and the most eye catching verdant stretches.
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Pushkar Attractions and Places to Visit
22. December 2011
Pushkar is a town in the district of Ajmer in Rajasthan in India. Located around 14km from Ajmer and at a height of around 510 meters, Pushkar is one of the five major Hindu pilgrim sites. Known as the king of pilgrimage sites or the “Tirth Raj” Pushkar has become a great destination for many tourists across the world.
One of the oldest Indian cities, Pushkar lies on the banks of the Lake Pushkar. It is not actually known when the city took birth but there is a legend which connects Pushkar to the Indian God Lord Brahma. It is said that Lord Brahma penanced here for around 60,000 years to have a glimpse of Lord Vishnu.
A land of temples, Pushkar is visited by all to see these temples which have begun existing since the past few centuries. The temple of Lord Brahma here is very [...]
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Shekhawati Attractions and Festivals
14. December 2011
Come to India and welcome to the land of festivals, culture, villages and beautiful locales. Visit a place filled with culture and art and come to the largest open air art gallery of India. This is the land of Shekhawati and the region which quietly exists since ancient times in the desert king Rajasthan. Lying around 125 kms from the city of Jaipur, Shekhawati has the background of the majestic Aravallis and a rocky terrain. With the best arid landscape, this place really looks a beautiful paradise amidst all the mansions and the scenic filled sand dunes. This is where Rajasthan culture is at its zenith and this is the region where you could have a live demonstration of what Indian life is. See it wearing the glasses of Indian art and architecture and witness the best exhibition of Indian [...]
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Get enchanted at the desert city of Jaisalmer
8. December 2011
Located in the desert beauty of India, the Thar, this city exudes the best tourist pleasures and the most magnificent landscape. Come here and get lost in a dreamland of sandy delights. Jaisalmer, the desert beauty here in the western part of India is certainly a place not to be missed. This city with its fascinating heritage and beautiful monuments is the ideal travel destination for anyone who wants to experience the rich ancient history of India and the beauty of its culture. With forts made of sand stones and the innumerable majestic mansions, the fine kind of architecture and the distinct style of monuments is what make Jaisalmer a very intriguing place. Here is where you would find a merger of modern values and ancient trends. Legend has it that Lord Krishna had forecast that a descendant [...]
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Chittorgarh – Royal Tales from Royal Lands
1. December 2011
India is a land which has tales of valour and chivalry and the stories date back to hundreds and thousands of years. There are many places in India which boast of a historical past and Chittorgarh is one city which boasts of such tales of heroism in plenty. Chittorgarh is one such city in Rajasthan which has a magnificent historical past. Dating back to the time of the 17th century this was the Mewar capital and was ruled by the Rajputs. This has great stories of heroic deeds and sacrifices. The fiery Rajput spirit is popular and well known by all who have followed Indian history. The Chittor Fort is a witness to such sacrifices and martyrdom and occupies a major position in Indian tourism. This fort is the most popular in Rajasthan and has origins dating back to the time of the Pandavas the [...]
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