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Top 10 Forts to visit in India Part II

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One of the popular travel themes in India is the majestic forts in India several of whom have been inscribed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites for their cultural significance and place they hold in India history and heritage. A land ruled by various Rajput warrior princes, Nizams, Sultans and emperors, there are a number of mighty impregnable forts in India to visit. These living legends are sprinkled across the length and breadth of the country. But then again there are only so much time for you to visit these forts in a go. So in continuation of our earlier list of top 10 forts in India to visit, we bring to you the part II of the list to make it easier for you to pick and choose the fort you should travel to especially if you are looking for a cultural experience and historical perspective in India. Bekal Fort, Kasargod Bekal Fort in Kasargod, Kerala Wrought like a giant-key hole, Bekal Fort is one of the largest and best preserved forts in Kerala . Encompassed by a spectacular ...

Somnath Temple: Top Temples in India

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One of the most ancient temples of India, Somnath temple or the Somnath Mahadev Temple enjoys a favourable location in the west Indian state of Gujarat. Around 79 km from Junagadh district,  this renowned temple lies on the country�s western coast. This temple that has survived the tests of time, holds a lot of importance for the followers of the Hindu religion. The history states that this temple was looted of its wealth and structure by several conquerors. There are various stories about the origin and subsistence of the temple. Somnath Temple, Gujarat by BeautifulEyes - Photo courtesy Wikipedia Somnath Temple - Fast facts Location - 79 kilometres from Junagadh in the Prabhas Kshetra near Veraval Built by �  Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (present structure) Built in - 1951 (present structure- 7th reconstruction) Highlights � 4-day Kartik Purnima Fair, �Jay Somnath� Sound and Light Show : 8.00 pm to 9.00 pm and Aarti : 7.00 am, 12.00 noon and 7.00 pm Best time to visit - October...

Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations in India in Winter

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Last Updated on 07th Oct 2016    Winter is the time when many couples in India tie the knots and look forward to beautiful beginnings. And thus starts their quest to find top winter honeymoon destinations in India. It was a painstaking effort to choose just the top honeymoon destinations in India in winter as there are so many. Before choosing one of these top honeymoon picks, I�d also suggest that you check out some tips on winter packing and traveling safe in India. There are so many places for beautiful beginnings in India but which destination to choose also depends on the likes and tastes of the couples who are venturing out for honeymoon in India. In no particular order here are the top 10 honeymoon destinations in India: 1. Kerala, God's own Country Luxury Houseboat, Kerala Backwaters No list is complete without mentioning Kerala as one of the top honeymoon destinations in India. There are beaches and backwaters, Ayurveda and spa and now the ethnic tree houses, there ar...

Top 10 Hiking Trails in India

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�Know the unknown� and �tame the un-tamable�, these are very common tendencies seen in humans, from the beginning of the civilization. However, the eagerness to reveal the secret has resulted in amazing discoveries by the human race. Hiking trails in India are the challenges that are taken up by adventure enthusiasts to conquer their inner fear and experience the thrill. Trekking is not about spending days but a lifetime experience. This post is an endeavor to list the top 10 hiking trails in India. These hiking or trekking trails are special. They are about the communion with nature, of soaking in the awe inspiring views and surrounding, about being lost in the trails and finding yourself, where even the reality turns out to be abstract. Withour further ado we bring to you top 10 hiking trails in India in no particular order. Pindari Glacier Trek, Kumaon Pindari Glacier is an easy and scenic trek in kumaon himalayas. Photo courtesy Ramesh Kumar Mumukshu In Kumaon region, Pindari Glaci...