Mandarmani is a place located near Digha in the coastal area of West Bengal. It is a place famous for its amazing scenic views and the annual festival held here. It is also the best place to indulge in water sports activities like boat rides, jet skiing and surfing. Tourists visiting Mandarmani take part in boating activities. There are many other such activities which make your visit to this place exciting and memorable.
 

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The sprawling metropolitan city, Mumbai located in the Indian state of Maharashtra is not just the financial capital of the country, home to the Indian film industry and a leading industrial hub, but it is also a well renowned tourism hotspot. You can indulge into sightseeing, shopping, tasting local street food as well as delicacies at the upscale restaurants or explore the rich history and culture of the city by visiting historic and cultural monuments such as the well-known Gateway of India.

This happening city is an absolute recluse for the shopping enthusiasts. You can go for high – end brands at the lavish malls strewn all across Mumbai or go out for traditional style budget shopping at the vibrant local markets in the city. Bandra for instance is a must visit place in Mumbai for the shopaholics. The Linking road in Bandra is a bustling local market in Mumbai where you can purchase a whole range of latest fashion accessories, shoes as well as clothing that too at throwaway prices. Hill Road is another hep shopping avenue also located in the Bandra area of Mumbai. It is recommended that you visit this place especially during the year end as this is the time you can strike amazing deals on all the trendy stuff sold here by vendors.

If you are looking for books, handicraft and gift and souvenir items do visit the Colaba Causeway in Mumbai. Ranging from a huge variety of jewellery to clothes, handbags and shoes etc. there is practically no such commodity that you can think of and it is not available at this colourful market place. History and culture lovers must visit the old style, Crawford Market which is housed in a colonial era ancient historic building. A whole range of fresh spices, vegetables as well as fruits are available at wholesale rates here.

Luxurious stay in Mumbai

5 stars hotels in Mumbai

Luxurious travellers may go for any of the popular 5 stars hotels in Mumbai which can be booked online via the leading travel portals at discounted rates. Some of the famous luxury hotels in the city are:

• The Oberoi Mumbai
• ITC Maratha Mumbai
• InterContinental Marine Drive
• JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar etc.

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If you are a devout Hindu, you should never miss out on this famous temple town. Yes, it is about Tirupati, famous as the “spiritual capital of Andhra Pradesh. Tirupati is famous for its Venkateswara temple which sits on one of the seven peaks of the Tirumala hills. It is one of the most popular temples and it attracts devotees than any other temple in the whole world. More than a lakh pilgrims visit the temple daily. 

The economy of the Tirupati revolves around the temple. Many educational and charitable organizations are run by the Tirupati temple. The temple is even crowded during temple functions and the Brahmotsavam festivals are events attracting many pilgrims. The temple town is famous for other temples which are centuries old and having historical significance. So plan a pilgrimage of your life time and visit the temples around this temple city.

Some of the popular temples in Tirupati are

Sri Govindarajaswami Temple

It is a centuries old temple and this ancient temple is a very important shrine of the land. Saint Ramanujar laid the foundation of the temple in 1130 AD. It is a huge temple with shrines for other deities as well. Sri Govindarajaswami is Lord Balaji’s elder brother and you can find similarity between the functions and rituals at these temples. It is a beautiful temple done in architectural style of the land. This temple is at a walkable distance from Tirupati railway station.

Srikalahasti

This beautiful temple done in white is situated on the banks of Swarnamukhi River and the principal deity is of Lord Shiva. Shiva linga is worshipped as vayu linga at this place. Vayu means air and air being one of the five elements of the universe. An oil lamp in the sanctum flickers continuously while all other lamps remain motionless. The temple opens at 5 in the morning and it closes at 10 at night.

Hotels at Tirupati

Sri Venkateswara Temple

This is the most prominent temple of Tirupati. This temple is located on the seventh peak of the Tirumala hill. This massive temple is located on the south of the Pushkarni River and the temple is considered as the most frequented temple in the whole world. It is also considered as the richest temple in the world. To get a good darshan of Balaji, plan your trip in advance and book your room before you embark on your pilgrimage.  Hotels at Tirupati have the expertise in satisfying the needs of the pilgrims visiting this temple town. This temple is 14 kilometres from the Tirupati bus station.

Kanipakam

It is a famous temple of Lord Ganesha and it is believed that Lord Ganesha grows in size. This 11th century temple was built by the famous Chola King Kollottunga Chola. Vijayanagar kings later developed the temple in the 14th century. Pilgrims visiting Tirupati also make it a point to visit this temple. It is a swayambhu Vinayaka temple.

Padmavathi Temple

This temple is dedicated to Goddess Alamelumanga, consort of Lord Venkateswara. Padmavathi temple is located at Tiruchanoor and the place is also known as Alamelumangapuram. It is one of the well-known temples of Tirupati.

Kalyana Venkateswara Temple

This temple is also dedicated to Lord Venkateswara and it is situated at Srinivasamangapuram. It is a huge temple and it has many sub shrines. It is just 12 kilometres from Tirupati in Chittoor district. This temple of national importance is preserved by the Archaeological survey of India. It is an ancient temple spread out in a vast expanse of land. It is at this temple that Lord Venkateswara married Goddess Padmavathi and Aksaraju built this temple post marriage.  

Kodandarma Temple

This temple is dedicated to Lord Rama and it is a must visit temple. You will like the beautiful architecture of the temple as the Cholas were fond of building grand temples. The temple is always crowded. Temple festivals are celebrated with much pomp and gaiety at this temple. This temple was built by the Chola Kings.

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Exploring the beauty of the nature, beaches, deserts, art, history and culture, you will find the city of Dubai situated within UAE. The regal hotels of the city, delicious cuisines and moreover the city swells with wide array of attractions that keep the local tourists busy and pleased with the surrounding environment.

The city claims to the glory of vibrant night. The place has much to offer for its late night enthusiasts. There are plenty of nightclubs and bars in Dubai. In fact, the crowd varies from one club to another.

Most of Dubai night clubs are completely packed on Thursdays and Friday nights. Thursday being the end of work week and Friday and Saturday are the weekends for most people working Dubai?

Popular night life places in Dubai

Whether you are looking to hangout for a night at Dubai’s nightclub or just a casual night out with friends, there are plenty of best nightlife places in Dubai to choose from. Make sure to complete the flight booking online in advance to get the right deal. Listed below are few of them:

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Kasbar

It is a trendy night club featuring Arabic-style décor and assorted selection of music and local dance. This night club features the best DJ’s of Dubai. They are known to make the party last for longer duration.

Irish village

The place recreates the charm, look and feel of a traditional pub. The presence of outdoor seating make the pub completely packed during winter. Now-a-days, the place is hosting more live acts and it stands as one of the best nightclubs in Dubai.

Chill Lounge

Chill lounge located on the top of Royal Ascot Hotel and blends quirky design starting from fake grass, paper lanterns and yet more. As you soak into this night club, you will be served with welcome drink.

How to save money whilst flight booking online to Dubai?

Forthwith, flight ticket booking has become relatively very easy now-a-days and all the credits go to online agencies that provide great discounts and other perks on flight booking online. Much better than earlier, now passengers can easily reserve their aircrafts without needing to standing in long queues.

So, plan you trip wisely by booking flight tickets to Dubai well ahead to have a hassle free journey!

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I can say travelling to New Delhi is my hobby because I love the city very much for many reasons. It is a hot spot for youngsters like me with many alluring places for entertainment, shopping, food, hangout places and much more. I jumped in joy when my friend invited for her birthday party at her house in Delhi. Currently we are roommates in the medical college hostel.

My accommodation was in her house as you can easily guess. We both left Kota to Delhi together. On our way we planned our itenary for the three day break. Food scored the first place in our list. After the birthday party we sneaked out to taste our favorite Chole Bhature and Paranthas on two different days as we had nothing important to do at home.

Our favorite haunt for Chole Bhature is Kwality Restaurant in Connaught Place. This Spicy Punjabi dish made of chickpea accompanied by the fried Bhature smells and tastes like heaven for me. It is one of the oldest of Restaurants in Delhi and even today serves the best Bhature. Sometimes we also go to Kamala Nagar Chache Di hatti which is very popular among students for their Bhature served with tangy pickles, fried potatoes and green chilly.

To mention our train booking, it was always an easy task for me and booked our sleeper class in Intercity Express.  Agra to Delhi Train schedule provided by the online portals is very helpful in locating the train convenient to us. The intercity express left Agra Contt at 06:00 and reached Delhi at 10:20. We reached Delhi in no time since it was a short duration journey of 4hrs and 20 minutes. Soon after we reached the station we took a cab to Chandni chowk for my friend’s birthday shopping.

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It is here I quenched my thirst for Paranthas. After shopping we just dropped into the famous Gali Parantha Wali. They are very popular for their Paranthas for ages. Paranthas here are made from freshly ground wheat flour with spicy stuffing. Paranthas are served with tantalizing curried gravies like the potato masala gravy and fresh raita. One should never miss the multi-flour Jabalpuri Parantha here.

For Parantha lovers I would like to suggest one more place in Delhi. Not Just Pranthas at Rajouri Garden is another best place in Delhi for savoring delicious Paranthas. This shop will stun you with hundreds of varieties of tasty Paranthas.

Dwarka is one of the most religious cities of the country. As per the believers, “Dwarka is one of the foremost Chardhams, four sacred Hindu pilgrimage sites, and is one of the Sapta Puri, the seven most ancient religious cities in the country.” The city was also known as the kingdom of Lord Krishna during his reign. The meaning of the name as per Sanskrit language is Gate to heaven and people following Hinduism firmly believe in the fact. Dwarka holds many chapters of the history of the country in regards to religious aspects. Every nook and corner of the city is full of religious places; still here are names of some famous religious places of the city.

• DWARKADHISH TEMPLE:

The Dwarkadhish Temple is said to be built 2500 years back but was demolished by a Muslim ruler, however it was re-built during the 16th century as the dedication to Lord Krishna. The entire temple is one fine example of magnificent beauty and great architecture. The black idol of Lord Krishna is the most fascinating part of the temple which marks the presence of Lord even in the air of the temple. Visitors have to take a dip in river Gomti before entering the temple through Swarg Marg. There are no words to explain the stunning beauty of the temple.

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During your visit to Dwarka you have plenty of options in regards to hotels at Dwarka. There are almost 35 hotels registered with the leading hotel booking sites which are 4 star, 3 star or budgeted hotels. The prices for these hotels for one day start from INR 700 to INR 5000. These hotels offer all the basic amenities and some extra luxuries to the people who ask for it. Overall finding a hotel in the area will not be much of a tough task, as most of the areas have one or two hotels on an average. The prices of these hotels can fluctuate on the basis of the time of visit, so check twice before booking the ticket.

• RUKMANI TEMPLE:

The temple is dedicated to the beloved consort and wife of Lord Krishna, Rukmani Devi. The temple is not a large or huge monument but a peaceful place with a great architecture. The researchers are still in discussion about the time it was built. Some says it is 2500 years old whereas some says that it is built in the 12th century. The walls of the temple spell amazing stories of Lord Krishna and Rukmani Devi. This incredible temple along with the magnificent paintings is a sight to remember their life.

• SUDAMA SETU:

Those who have read the holy books or are aware about the ancient history of the country are well aware with the name. For others Sudama was a very good friend of Lord Krishna from his childhood. Sudama Setu is basically a pedestrian bridge on Gomti River which connects the famous Jagat Mandir in Dwarka with Panchnad or Panchkui Tirth. The bridge is a dedication towards the friendship of Lord Krishna and Sudama. While visiting Dwarka, try to visit the Setu to experience something out of the world. The Bridge is near Dwarkadhish Temple.

• GOMTI GHAT:

Gomti Ghat is the place where devotees believe to clean their body as well as soul. The ghat is near the Dwarkadhish Temple. Here, the Gomti River meets the ocean and offers the most beautiful view for the visitors. If you believe the ancient writings then the Gomti River falls directly from heaven to purify everything which comes in its way and the ghat offers people a place to go through that purification process. People from  all over the country  take the holy dip here, which will take them to the doors of lord in their  afterlife with a clean slate.

Delhi, the capital of India, is in all its senses a place of history. Dotted with numerous historical monuments and having a history of Mughal succession, the historical ambience can even be felt in the delicacies offered around Delhi. Recipes that have been handed down over generations and methods that have been taught, perfected and innovated over time are what define the delectable delicacies offered at even the local street joint in your neighboring street. There are many street joints in the narrow gullies that will leave you wanting more even though you’ve had you fill. 

Though there are many trains available from all over India directed to Delhi, if you’re at a position where you couldn’t book you ticket in advance you can always turn toward the tatkal Kota. These seats are booked a day prior to the day of your journey and are filled on a first come first serve basis. The prices of course a teeny bit more than what you’d have had to pay earlier but hey, at least you’re getting a seat. You can see the Tatkal Seat Availability at the IRCTC website.

So now that you’re all set for the journey, let us now dive into a list of all the famous street food joints in Delhi you can hit while travelling through the capital. 

1. Paranthe Wali Gali

Located in the Chandini Chowk market, as the name suggests, this street has numerous shops selling different varieties of parathas, each one a little more delicious than the previous one. The price is totally economical with no compromise with the quality or quantity for that matter. The prathas are fried in Indian butter and are all that you need to pacify your taste buds.
 
2. Natraj Dahi Bhalla

This is a specialty street food joint located near Chandini Chowk metro station. Here you’ll be served only dahi bhalla and aloo tikki but despair not, both of them are worth the pains of going there. 

3. Shree Balaji Chaat Bhandar

This one is to calm down your tantalizing taste buds. The chat served here is soul satisfying. The variety of snacks is never ending and the taste is exquisite and worth every penny spent here. The papri chaat is the most famous and you should try this definitely if you visit here. 

4. Kulcha King

Located in the Sarojini Nagar Ring Road Market, this place is a must visit if you want to experience the kulchas in varieties you never could imagine. The place also has a website www.kulchakingfood.com where you can surf through the delicacies offered before you visit the place. The price is nothing but affordable and you’ll be left craving for more.

5. Dilli Haat

This is the one place to go if you want to experience all the tastes of India in one place. The Dilli Haat is dotted with many food stalls and shops selling all the delicacies from all the regions of India in authentic taste. From Bengali fish and curry to the sea food of Lakshadweep, you name it and you’ll get it here. This is a haven for all of you who have fickle taste buds.

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Ooty is always known as the famous summer capital in India and this place is famous for the Nilgiris, the queen of hills in India. There are some famous tourist places in Ooty where you can see the skyline and you can find several attractions like waterfall, garden, elephant safari, wax museum and more in Ooty. This place is divided into four major parts like Coonoor, Mudumalai, Avalanche, and Kodanadu.

 Some best attractions in Ooty:

• Wax museum: The Great Wax World Museum is located two kilometer away from main town of Ooty. It is an ideal place for your kids, because they can explore some wax statues and their history from this museum. The Wax museum is situated in the Old Colonial Mansion of Ooty and you can reach the Ooty Lake and Ooty Town Centre from this place. Here you can find wax statues of some famous personalities and you can find scripts and ancient artifacts.
• Mudumalai: Thisis one of the largest sanctuaries in Ooty where you can do some adventures like elephant safari. Moyar River is one of the most attractive points in Mudumalai and you can see some animals when they come to drink water from this river. Along with that, you can do some elephant safari conducted by Tamil Nadu Forest Department. You can visit the elephant feeding camp where you can interact with the elephants and here the forest department has banned timber extraction, because they preserve the eco-tourism balance by providing subsequent training to these elephants. After that, you can see the jungle museum where you can see some fossilized animals and lastly, you can explore the Mudumalai National Park and Tiger reserve sanctuary.  
• Tea Estate: Youcan find large tea plantation in Ooty and Nilgiris tea is world-renowned tea. You can visit the tea estate in Ooty and walk through these tea plantations. You can visit the Glenmorgan tea estate in Ooty, which is the oldest tea estate in Nilgiris, and this is famous as a picnic spot. You can get entrance into some tea factory, see the processing, and packaging of the teas. You do not need to pay any entry fees to enter the tea factories, but you are not allowed to pluck the tealeaves from tea estate.

Ooty hotels

Best Ooty hotels, luxury accommodation on the range of Nilgiris hills
 
You can book any of the best Ooty hotels from online booking portals and you can easily find the best luxury accommodation on these websites. If you want to stay on the hill area then you can book the Accord Highland and those who want to stay in a colonial area in Ooty, can book the Club Mahindra Derby Green or the Danish Villa. Else, you can also book from the hotels located in the main city like, Sarkar Palace, Berry Hills Resort, De Santhosh Residency, and Kluney Manor. Apart from that, you can book in advance some budget hotels for a budget-friendly stay in Ooty such as The Red House, Two Seas Residence, Global Village, Kumaran Cottage, MMR Holiday Inn and Neil Resorts.

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“Welcome to Bengaluru! Your IT dreamland!” Pfff! isn’t everyone bored of that line? When the last time you came out of your AC was muffled office or your 15th floor apartment and found more than bumper to bumper traffic on the roads? We are going to do you a help listing down 4 beautiful places to visit within 100km distance from Bengaluru in the weekends! Even if you live in the northern part of India, do not worry, there are frequent flights from Chandigarh to Bangalore!

1. Ramanagara

Basant in Kutton Ke Saamne math Naachna! “Nautanki Saala!” Sounds familiar? You got it right! These are few evergreen lines from Sholay! What if we tell you that 55km away from Bengaluru is the place where you and your buddy can sing “Yeh Dosti Hum Nahi Todenge!”?  You got it right! Ramnagara was where Sholay was shot! The land of seven hills and of course Sholay, Ramnagar can give you a variety of experiences over a weekend! You could go around finding some fine silk sarees for “Maa!” You can also try your hand at rock climbing! Given the natural granite hills found here, there is a huge scope for rock climbing and trekking. Dear history buffs, you might want to look at the never-ending list of temples with great architecture in Arkeshwara temple. Kharkhaane Bande is another carved marvel that you cannot miss in Ramanagara.

2. Nandi Hills

So, you live in Bangalore and have not visited Nandi Hills yet? What are you doing in front of that monotonous desk? Get yourself a car and a band of buddies and drive to Nandi Hills already! Right in 60km, you are in for a treat! The hill top gives you a “Sky Scraper Free” view that your concrete Bengaluru self needs badly. Don’t want to drive? You can always trek to the top! While you are at Nandi hills, check out Tipu Sultan’s summer palace and the cliff called Tipu Drop. The hilltop has an ancient temple, the Yoganandeeswara Temple that you might check out. With a temperature that tempts you to chug more tea down your throat, Nandi Hills is the best place for a breath-taking sunrise or a mind calming sunset.

3. Anthargange

70km away from the annoying buzz of Bengaluru, you enter Kolar district of Karnataka which is the home of natural heaven Anthargange. At 1712 meters above the sea level, Anthargange is the mind unfurling place aplenty with greenery, wildlife and hillocks. So, want to know what the name means? It refers to a perineal spring that flows through the rocks in between the mountains of the Shathashrunga mountain range. Thu, the name Anthargange means the “inner stream of Ganga”. The best things to do here is to trek to the hill tops or go cave exploration to find the perpetual stream of water gushing into the territory.

4. Bheemeshwari

River Cauvery has been the life of Karnataka since time immemorial. In its course, it leaves many astounded by the lakes, waterfalls, backwaters and dense forests it creates. One such wonder of Cauvery is Camp Bheemeshwari. Visit this heaven on earth, cut yourself off from the “social network” and bang on with your gang with the adventure sports Bheemeshwari offers. Zipline, rope walking, kayaking and more are thrilling attractions. While you are at it, who knows that you might spot an elephant here a deer here, crossing your path in its own ease!

Pack your bags NOW and leave the concrete jungle behind you!

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Visiting Dubai? Oh, planning to click pics of you touching the Burj Khalifa? Waiting for the shopping festival? Going on desert safaris on camels? Enjoying some fine Arabian food for dinner? How mainstream! Many forget Dubai is not just an expensive and posh place to visit; it is also the land for super wild adventure and thrills too! Few most famous thrill sports are listed here! Enjoy the regales flying experience in “Sex and The City 2” Style with Fly Emirates! 

1. Skydiving:
This is probably the most widely known adventure sport famous in Dubai. But many miss the key of this adventure! LOOK DOWN! It’s not just an adrenaline rush that thrills the day lights out of you but the very view of Dubai from a sky drop is mesmerizing! You get to see the many manmade wonders that Dubai is made of! The sand islands shaped like the world map, the Burj Khalifa, luxurious buildings and what not! In the 21st CE, this is the most fun and innovative way to experience the mind-blowing aerial view of Dubai. 
Tumbling out of the plane above the Palm Jumeirah is the most beautiful thing that one has ever seen! 

2. Reef and Wreck Diving:
Colour changing cuttlefish and simple hair raising ship wrecks have outlined the sea of Dubai which draws millions of divers every year. Diving has become an adventure sport quite recently. The reefs lined alongside the sands of the beaches are a marvel to be witnessed. Not just gazing at the exceptional marine wildlife but also finding the sea wreckage is a part of this marine experience. Anchor Barge that sunk in the Gulf Sea in 1998 has turned into an artificial coral reef and has become the home of the cuttlefish that change colours. Very close to it is the Miriam express, a cargo ship that was devoured by the sea in 2006. 

3. Hiking:
As new routes are being discovered by a small group of dedicated climbers, hiking is slowly turning into a major thrill sport in the UAE. Dubai’s northern neighbour Ras Al Khaimah is the house to the most climber-friendly mountains the Hajar mountains. They rise to 3050 meters offer great hiking experience. These limestone crags offer new levels of thrill in each height with towering peaks like Jebel Misht and other mountains. 
Remember that these tracks are barely decipherable to armature hikers, do hire a guide. Above the deserts are these highland tracks with a spectacular view of the landscape. 

4. Sea Kayaking: 

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The Arabian Peninsula is known for its long stretches of beach and yes, kayaking is not to be missed here! Kayakers can go about exploring the thick mangroves in the emirates of Um al Quwain and Abu Dhabi. They might even witness some sea turtles and flamingos on their way! While this is on the west coast, on the east coast one can enjoy the 1,500-hectare area of mangrove forests in Khor Kalba. It attracts a lot of important local wildlife. Endangered species like the White-Collared Kingfishers and the Socotra cormorants make their house here. Check out several isolated beaches on the east coast for a day or two and camp on one of these isolated coves.

The ancestry of India is related with Gorakhpur. The previous name was Muazzamabad that shares the histories of glorious and strong Kings of India in the past. The famous places are Azamgarh, Basti, Deoria etc and the border is shared with Nepal. The ancient Aryan culture and civilization developed in this city. There is another historical fact of this land and that being one of the 16 states or Mahajanapada of India that belongs to 6th century BC. In ancient time it is called by the name of Koshal. These amazing and interesting facts are included in the reasons why there are so many tourism circled around this city.

There are many places that you should visit in Gorakhpur. But the time really is a matter of concern when you are travelling. Below is the list of places that you should visit before others:

Gorakhnath Temple
This temple bearing the resembling name of the city resides in 4km away from Gorakhpur railway station. You will locate the temple in Nepal road. The purpose behind this temple is to dedicate it to yogi Gorakhnath. The main attraction is the one month long Makar Sankranti Mela that starts from 14th January each year. In that time many visitors come to join this holy festival.

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Vishnu Temple
 This temple was built in Pal dynasty of 12th century AD. The main idol of this temple is Lord Vishnu that is made with black stone. The grand festival concerning Ram lila at the time of Dusshera is so famous that many tourists particularly visit this temple at that time.

Geeta Vatika
This is situated 3 km away from the Gorakhpur railway station on the Pipraich road. This beautiful temple of Radha and Krishna is the one place in India where prayers and worshipping is done for goddess Radha 24 hours every day.

Arogya Mandir
The name suggests its purpose being a place for natural treatment or Naturopathy for patients. This was built by late Bitthal Das Modi in the year of 1940. The greeneries surrounding is just beautiful and grand.

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Imambara
The main attraction of this place is that there are gold and silver Tajia in here. It was established by Hajrat Roshan Ali Shah in the year of 1717 AD. After his death there is a continuous smoke lighted up, known as Dhuni.

Gita Press
In this place, the entire 18 parts of Bhagwat Gita is carved in the marble walls. The wall hangings, paintings are going to describe the holy lives of Lord Vishnu as Lord Rama and Lord Krishna.

Trip From New Delhi To Gorakhpur
There are 55 weekly trains to choose from when you are travelling from New Delhi to Gorakhpur. Some of them are Sapt Kranti Express (12558) that departs from Anand Vihar Trm at 14:50 and reaches Gorakhpur Junction at 03:45, Gorakhpur Junction Premium Special (02528) that departs at 15:55 and reaches at 05:05, Anand Vihar Trm Gorakhpur Junction Special (05050) that departs at 07:00 and reaches at 20:30, Muzaffarpur Junction Garib Rath (12212) that departs at 21:00 and reaches at 10:50.

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The first of all New Delhi to Gorakhpur train is Ananda Vihar To Gorakhpur Junction Special that departs at 05:50 AM.

The temples and historical places are the particular reasons why Gorakhpur gets so many tourists in every year.

As far as Goa is concerned, there is no dearth of foods. One has a got a lot of options to choose from sea foods to traditional Indian cuisines. Goan dishes are usually prepared by traditional methods using clay pots. Let us look at some of the popular places in Goa serving mouth-watering Goan dishes.
 

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Moscow is one of the most happening cities in Russia. It is one of the cosmopolitan capitals of the country. Kremlin is one of the historical structures here which is home to the president. There are many historical places and the city is definitely one of the most colorful for tourists. The list of cool things to do in Moscow will keep you captivated with all its attraction.

Walking to red square

This is one of the most visited places by tourists and definitely the heart of Moscow. This is beautiful as it is surrounded by GMU on one side and Kremlin on another. The St. basil's cathedral is also a beautiful structure to look at.

Enjoy Yummy Food at Teremok

Teremok is the Russian fast food chain and is one of the cheapest and easiest locations to try some local delicacies. At this place you can taste Russian pancakes with various toppings (blini), and the Russian dessert made from cheesecake (Syrniki).

Visit Lenin mausoleum

The famous mausoleum of Lenin is right in the middle of red square. It is a weird shaped pyramid but is definitely an experience by itself. The entry is free and is open daily from 10-13:00 and closed on Mondays and Fridays. This is one of the unique places for you to visit, so make sure that you get this experience.

Visit the Bolshoi theatre

Bolshoi theatre is almost 2 centuries old and one of the common facts between Bolshoi and Tsaritsino is that both of them were born by the order of Catherine II. There are lots of other interesting historical facts better explored once you reach this place. The beautiful architecture and great ambiance here is definitely worth your time.

Metro stations

The experience of metro stations is definitely something very unique and not to be missed out on. This is important because Moscow is known for all the beautiful and very well designed. The Moscow metro stations are different and unique from each other and are definitely worth the experience. There are also metro guided tours that take you to various interesting places.

Krutitskoe Podvorye

This destination has historical value and it was constructed around 400 years ago. It is definitely worth your visit because here you will experience a unique ambiance and calm surroundings.

More to explore

• “Moscow City” the highest towers in Europe
• City center (Bolshoi Theater, Tverskaya, Alexander Garden)
• VDNKh complex and Museum of Cosmonautics.
• Izmaylovo Kremlin and Market
• Kolomenskoye-The royal estate
• Arbatskaya street with musicians and artists
• Novodevichy Convent

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Travel In comfort By Aeroflot

If you are travelling to Moscow then flying by Aeroflot is one of the most comfortable experiences. It is one of the oldest airlines and is the largest airlines in Russia. This airline has 3 branches in Russia and operates from Moscow. The airline is known to come up with various new ways to make the flying experience safe and comfortable. The airline also has an excellent record for safety. This airline operates from Russia and also other major international locations. If you are in Moscow make sure that you enjoy the beautiful and cool places.

Ghaziabad is an industrial city located in the National capital region of India. The city is famous for many of the big business and industries which are located here. Moreover, there are many places of interest which you can visit in the city of Ghaziabad. Due to its proximity to the city of New Delhi it is visited by many people from all parts of the country. It is also well connected by direct trains from Delhi and other parts of India.

Shramjeevi Express time table | Image source: youtube.com

Get Direct Train to Reach Ghaziabad 

There are many trains from different regions of India which you can book for travelling to Ghaziabad. Shramjeevi Express is one of the trains which connect the major cities of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh with Ghaziabad. You can check the Shramjeevi Express time table online and make your booking for the journey accordingly. The major cities where the train has a stoppage include

• Rajgir
• Nalanda
• Patna Junction
• Varanasi
• Lucknow

You can use IRCTC for doing online booking in the train. It has coaches like AC 2 tier, AC 3 tier and sleeper coaches for the passengers. Ghaziabad is a city full of interesting places to visit. One of the best places which you can visit here is Dadri which is located at a distance of 19 km from the city. This place has a thermal fire plant and one gas fired plant. The city is famous because it played a major role in the Indian freedom movement of 1857. There are many memorials here dedicated to the event.

Places to Visit in the Area

Another important place of interest in the city is Dansa which is located at a distance of 10 km from the city of Ghaziabad. This place was setup by a Rajput King who came here to treat his leprosy. He fell in love with this region so much that he eventually made a fort for himself here which was captured later on by conqueror Ahmad Shah Abdali. You can reach this place easily using the state run buses from different parts of Ghaziabad and also Delhi.

Temples and Shopping Malls

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If you are looking for temples around the city, then the best place to visit is Mohan Nagar which is 7 km from the city. You will find many factories which are situated here and a famous temple which is known as Mohan Nagar temple. It is revered by both the locals and tourists and is one of the most beautiful places in the city. You can also visit the many malls which are located here. 

Similarly there is Modi Nagar on the Delhi Mussorie highway which is home to the temple constructed in the 19th century by Rani Bala Bai Sindhia. It is one of the biggest attractions of the city. The town of Modi Nagar is also a great place to visit which emerged as a commercial and industrial hub of the area and has many markets which offer both local food and cloth materials. 

The city of Ghaziabad is a big industrial centre of the country and hence also a perfect place for shopping in the city.

Mangalore is known for its beaches and mouth-watering ice-creams. Even though the place is humid, the different beaches in this city add a level of beauty to the entire city. Also, Mangalore beaches are known to contain the most well-maintained beaches in the whole of India. Some of the most prominent beaches in Mangalore are-

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• Someshwara Beach - It is the most attractive, rocky beach that faces the Kanara region. Located at 9 kilo metres from the South Part of Mangalore, and 0.5 kilo meters from the bus stop, this beach is widely known for large rocks. The legendary Somanath Temple, which was built during the rule of the queen Abbakka Devi is located on the northern side. Even though the sea is aggressive, tourists flock to this beach to feel the blue waters and the wind in their hair. Experts recommend that no one should swim in these waters.

• Ullal Beach - The entire stretch of the beach contains coconut trees, when coupled with the fisherman’s view provides an excellent scenic view to the people visiting this beach. The other attractions in this beach are the Jain Temples and the ruins of the Abbakka fort. The Sayed Mohammed Sereful Madani Dargah is a very prominent mosque in this area. It is believed that the prophet visited Ullal before setting up the Dargah. 

• Panambur - Located on the Mangalore-Udupi highway, this beach attracts a huge number of tourists. This beach extends all the way up to Surathkal and provide a view of sailing ships and waves of the Arabian sea that adds to the total picturesque view of the beach.

• Surathkal - Located at 20 kilo metres from Mangalore and more toward Udupi. This is a beautiful beach and is one of the cleanest areas on the Karavali Coastline. Also, this beach is known for its clean areas and the light house. Since it is located only few minutes from the famous NIT college, this beach is considered to be a hangout for the students from this college. Close to the temple, a temple based on Lord Sadashiva and a well maintained light house are tourist attractions, too.

• Sasihithlu - This is located in the North part of Mangalore and offers a very pretty view to all the tourists. The other tourist spots close to this beach are the island called Munda and a river called Nandini.

So enjoy the surf and these gorgeous beaches in Mangalore

 A Journey On The Parsuram Express

People from Tamil Nadu who like to visit the Mangalore beaches should take the Parsuram Express that runs from Nagercoil to Mangalore. The train starts at 4:20 AM and reaches Mangalore at 8:40 PM in the night on the same day. Initially, this train was run between Kochi and Shoranur, which was extended in the future to Mangalore Central and Trivandarum. After that, the train was stretched till Nagercoil. The unique thing about this train is its name. It was derived from the legendary name of Parasurama, who is believed to be the creator of Kerala and Mangalore. This train is also known as the day express because it completes most of the journey during the day.

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Gokarna, popular as the temple town and one of the seven most popular Hindu pilgrimages in India, promises a lot of activities for tourists and pilgrims than just visiting the Shiva temple. If you have a few days to stay in the small town, you can also explore the nearby mystic beaches around Gokarna during your stay. While activities are many which have risen over the past few years owning to the number of increasing tourists who wish to explore Gokarna more than a pilgrimage.

The top 5 point of interest at Gokarna

Mentioned below are the most visited places at Gokarna, and can be summarized as the must visit places once you reach the town.

Kudle Beach
Located south to the Gokarna beach is the Kudle beach. Clean and tranquil you would love to stroll over the beach. Lots of beach cafeterias and shops are made along the coastline for tourists to enjoy leisure through the day and sunset at the evening on the beach. You get the view of hills on three sides and the Arabian Sea in front.

Om Beach
The Om beach is bifurcated by a rocky island or strip of land. The ambience of the beach on either part of the strip is different. While one side promises vast stretch of sand, clean waters, and tranquility. The other part is populated with shops and restaurants and more traversed by tourists loving happening beaches.

Mahabaleshwara temple
One of the ancient temples of India and the main point of interest in Gokarna is the Mahabaleshwara temple. The temple has two lingas of lord Shiva; one is the Atmalingam and the other called Paralingam. Mauryasharma, the Kadamba King has built the temple with typical Dravidian structural characteristics.

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Maha Ganapati Temple
This temple is at the eastern part of the Mahabaleshwara temple. People visit the Maha Ganapati temple first before visiting the Mahabaleshwara temple, which is an age old ritual, as this temple is for Lord Ganesha, and marks the legend that Lord Ganesha seized away the Atmalingam from Ravana by trick.

Koti Tirtha
This water tank which is believed to have water of thousands of springs, is a very ancient and pious spot for the Hindu pilgrims would visit the Koti Tirtha pool after their temple visits definitely. The place has both religious and heritage tourism importance.

Gokarna Hotels

Hotel Booking at Gokarna

While planning your sightseeing at Gokarna, you also must choose a good hotel after checking Gokarna hotels reviews. A good hotel stay ensures security, comfort and nice experience with all amenities. In Gokarna, you can get hotel rooms ranging from around Rs.2900 per night to as high as Rs.25000 per night. Swaswara hotel is among the posh hotels, and the Nirvana Nature Resort and Sanskruti Resort are some among the budget accommodations.

Booking a hotel days ahead of your visit or even at the last moment can be done easily with advance payment or no payment at all with flexible cancellation policies online.

My father is my role model whom I look upto and respect for his ideals and principles. My dad has been my biggest support all through my life for always believing in me, inspiring and encouraging me infact, both my parents are my pillars of strength because of them I am what I am today. So to celebrate my success in my career I decided to take my parents on a holiday to thank them both for everything and the sacrifices they did for me. The destination was easy to choose as it was always my father’s desire to go back to Chennai in Tamil Nadu where he had spend a major chunk of his childhood.

I looked up on the internet for trains going to Chennai from Mumbai as my parents don’t like travelling by flight so I booked first class AC on the Chennai Mail 11027. With that done I started browsing the web again for hotel accommodations. I wanted to give my parents the best that money could buy and I concluded ITC Chennai as the best option with all the facilities it had on offer.

ITC Chennai

Perfect package in ITC Grand Cholafor perfect people

I wanted everything to be perfect for my holiday with my parents so that I could be able to give my parents a trip of a lifetime that they so deserved. I choose ITC Grand Cholasince it is well located and many recreational options are available not just in the hotel but also nearby to the hotel. For e.g. the Guindy National park is close by so also the Chennai snake park. The hotel itself has many recreational facilities available for all guests.

They have swimming pool, health club, and saunaalong with steam room. Spa treatments are also available which a plus point is also for me since I wanted to pamper my parents with relaxing spa massages. The hotel has beautifully furnished rooms with AC and mini bar.

It has coffee/tea maker for the guest to indulge in, bathrobes and slippers are provided for the guest. Speakerphones and television are there also. Small banquet halls free valet parking, concierge service are also some of the facilities offered by the hotel.

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Foodie Family

Unquestionably all three of us are foodies hence the food has to great wherever we go. The hotel offers restaurants which will leave you spoilt for choice. They have ten dining options and two bars! The only thing you have to figure out is which culinary experience you want to savor for the day because the cuisines on offer are mind boggling. We decided to check out two of the restaurants and believe me we had no regrets.

Royal Vega

The Royal Vega is true to its name it is a royal affair and the best vegetarian restaurant on offer. The interiors are truly grand and the menu consist of season vegetables dishes from across the royal kitchens of India.

Ottimo - Cucina Italiana

Ottimo Cusina Italiana is the second restaurant we dined in. This restaurant offers delectable Italian cuisines at its best and the USP of this restaurant is that they a have a large live kitchen!

I know this time with my parents will be full of memories.

I had always wanted to visit the capital city of the country, owing to the fact that it has so many monuments and attractive historical locations.  As a three day vacation period was coming up, I decided to fly to the city with my children to enjoy some fun time together visiting such place and learning more about our country’s culture and past. 

I booked tickets to Delhi on Indigo airlines using the airline’s online booking system.

Journey on Indigo Air Was Smooth and Quick

Indigo Air is a leading low cost carrier in the country, operating from its hubs in Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bhubaneswar, Bangalore and Hyderabad.  Initiated in 2006, it has become so popular with the public that it has now become the second largest low cost carrier in all of Asia.

The airline offers vital connectivity between the most popular travel routes enabling people to journey as and when required, but without incurring heavy expenses. Its Chennai to Delhi flights offer easy connectivity between the two key metro cities and assists travelers to journey   at reduced rates.

 
The journey from Chennai to Delhi lasted three hours, during which time we enjoyed meals and refreshments. Once the flight landed in the Delhi airport we reached the hotel accommodation via cab. 

I Stayed In a Lavish Three Star Hotel 
My place of stay was the beautiful Hotel Hari Piorko which is a lovely three star hotel situated in Pahar Ganj. The hotel’s interiors are cozy, warm and wonderful, providing latest guest facilities and amenities that make way for an enjoyable staying experience. 

My room was elegantly furnished and inclusive of everything that a guest would need such as plush bedding, LCD television, wi-fi, stylish baths etc.  There are two places to dine which is the dining hall and the other is the Alfresco restaurant. In both places you can enjoy delicious North Indian and Continental cuisine. 
The hotel offers guests a wellness center where they can enjoy massages. There is also a garden in the roof top where guests can enjoy the sun and spend time in the evenings. Other facilities are travel desk, room service and housekeeping.

Sightseeing Different Monuments in Delhi
We took a cab to visit the majestic Red Fort, which was built in 1638.  The fort stood the test of time and today’s it stands as a majestic structure showcasing evidence of Mughal rule in India in its entire splendor.

At one point till 1857, it was used as the residence of the Moghul rulers. Inside the massive exterior wall is a series of building, which were used for various purposes ranging from household to halls for receiving the public, entertainment areas etc. Today the fort is a UNESCO designated world heritage site. 

Qutub Minar is the tallest minaret made form brick in the world. I saw the structure in its entire grandness and was completely stunned by it. It is a UNESCO designated world heritage site and made from sand stone and marble. Standing at 73 meters in height, it is a towering monument with a circular staircase that leads to its top. 

Our next stop over was the Lotus Temple, which is a structure that is open to all regardless of their religion. It is the most visited place in Delhi and one that stuns you with its facade which is shaped like lotus petals. Considered as an architectural marvel, it can accommodate about 2500 people inside.

We also stopped over at India Gate and the famous Lodi Gardens. After visiting the historical locations, we came back to the hotel to pack for the return journey.

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