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Chardham Yatra To Begin Today : Thousands Line Up

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One of the most pious circuits for Hindu community is Chardham Yatra that constitutes of four holiest pilgrimage destinations namely - Yamunotri , Gangotri , Kedarnath and Badrinath - Starts from today, i.e. 21st April, 2015 . The Yatra will commence from the Gangotri shrine where the gates will be opened at 1201 hours. Devotees and travelers from all parts of India and across the globe particularly visit India to be a part of this Chardham Yatra. Opening Ceremony of Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand Although, Chardham Yatra usually expands for around 10-12 days, to save time devotees also prefer to go by helicopter, so that they can get sufficient time to worship. With this spiritual yatra, one can attain peace and power.   While one embarks on this sacred yatra on foot, one can enjoy the holy chants with other devotees. [ If Interested, Check-out here list of Packages of Chardham Yatra ] Chardham Yatra Details 2015 The yatra mainly commences on the day of Akshay Tritiya; the most ...

Places to Visit in India in May

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Summer is the perfect time for a holiday. Usually, people pack their things and search for hideouts away from the burning heat of sun. What could be a better place than the hill stations of India? Indeed, the hill stations up north and down south are some of the best place to explore in summers. Not only because they offer respite from the burning sun heat, but they take care of your life. In this blog, we have listed top 10 tourist places to visit in India for your kind perusal.  Ooty Fondly referred to as the �Queen of the Hills�, Udhagamandalam, also known as Ooty, is a beautiful hill town in Ooty. In Ooty, tourism is the backbone of economy and contributes a significant share in the economy of the Tamil Nadu state. The town is famous for its abundant natural beauty and is clearly apparent through some of the most popular tourist places in Ooty. Some of the major tourist attractions in Ooty include Doddabetta Peak, Botanical Garden, Nilgiri Mountain Railway, Mudumalai National P...

Weekend Getaways from Bangalore: Best Places to Visit near Bangalore

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The capital of the south Indian state �Karnataka�, Bangalore is known for its blooming gardens and IT parks. The city is home to several prestigious software companies, educational institutes, tele-communications and defense organizations. The city is ideally known as �Silicon Valley of India� and can be rightly called the �Country of the Geek�. The breathtaking botanical gardens and inspiring temples adds more charm of the city.  With rapid industrial development, pollution and hustle bustle of the cramped and crowded city, it becomes quite difficult to cope up with the pressures of day to day life. The city of Bangalore is encompassed by architectural gems, wonderful landscapes and beautiful places that are diverse and have not been explored as much as they deserve. A Bangalore Weekend Getaway package is a good opportunity for tourists who want to spend some quality with their dear ones, away from the hustle bustle of the city life.  Mysore Located 143 kilometers southwest o...

Places To Visit In India In April

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Summer vacations have just begun and if you are wondering which place to visit in India in April then look no further. With the winter completely forgotten, April ushers in the bright sunny days of summer and simultaneously the hill stations regain popularity as  popular visit destinations for summer holidays in India. Also school and colleges close down making it the best time for family holidays in India as well as trekking and adventure for adventurous youngsters. India, the land of diversity, has a huge list of travel destinations and attractions that serve as great summer getaways. Here is a run-down of travel destinations that you could plan to visit to make your vacation a memorable one.   Saputara, Gujarat A Lake in Saputara, the finest hill station Gujarat Gujarat is more than just the Rann Utsav . If you are planning your summer holiday in India then, Saputara is a a good choice if you live in Gujarat or near Maharashtra. infact Saputara is one of the popular weekend...

Mandu - The City Of Joy

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�I know of no place so pleasant in climate and so pretty in scenery as Mandu during the rains.� ~ Emperor Jahangir. In this "City of Joy", the lyrical voice of Rani Roopmati across the Narmada recalls the noble love tales of Baz Bahadur and Rani Rupmati. The fortress of joy, Mandu is located at an elevation of 634 m in the Vindhya Range. The fortress is enclosed in the 37 km long battlements. In this well-defended plateau, one could find the wealth of palaces, mansions, pleasure pavilions, mosques and tombs. Thus, Mandu showcases structures that are considered as fine specimens of Afghan style of architecture. During monsoon, the hill range of Mandu is at its best in natural scenery. The entire area is covered in lush greenery with number of torrents and brooks, gushing down into the narrow valley. The beauty of the place is further enhanced by numerous ponds and lakes dotted across. View from Jahaz Mahal in Mandu Every structure in Mandu is an architectural gem and these w...

Amarnath Yatra by Helicopter 2016 | Helicopter Service from Baltal

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The annual pilgrimage to Amarnath cave will soon commence. This write up talks about why and who should choose Amarnath Yatra by Helicopter besides underlining the religios significance and important things to keep in find while planning for Baba Barfani yatra. Dates for Shri Amarnathji Yatra 2016 This holy pilgrimage will commence from 2nd July, 2016. All the preparations for this annual event is done by the administration and government of Jammu & Kashmir.  The temple is located at a height of 13,000 feet, and therefore high altitude illness and the effects of extreme cold are quite common here. Amarnath Yatra Helicopter Services from Baltal are available for elderly, families and those short on time Despite of such tedious and challenging trek, the indispensable faith of pilgrims inspires them to travel up to the cave temple of Baba Barfaani - as the ice form of lingam is referred to. However, tourists who are running short of time, the Amarnath Yatra by Helicopter tour pack...