Tuesday, 27 December 2011

Travel Package Bangalore - Ooty - Bangalore: Rs 5183 per head for 2 night and 3 days stay in 3 Star Hotel With breakfast + Sightseeings + AC Indica Vehicle From Bangalore





Value
Rs.7000
Discount
26%
Savings
Rs.1817
Pay remaining Rs.5000 (Rs.5183.0 - Rs.183.0 ) directly to the merchant.         










Ooty
also known as Udhagamandalam is the "Queen of hill stations" and
the capital of Nilgiris district. It is one of the most popular tourist
resorts in India. Nilgiris means "Blue Mountains". It is a land
of picturesque picnic spots. Used to be popular summer and weekend getaway
for the Britishers during the colonial days.
It
is situated at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level. 
An
added attraction for the tourists to Udagamandalam is the mountain train
journey on a ratchet and pinion track which commences from Kallar, near
Mettupalayam and wends its way through many hair-raising curves and fearful
tunnels and chugs along beside deep ravines full of verdant vegetation,
gurgling streams and tea gardens.


One
can notice a marvelous change in vegetation, as one goes from Kallar to
Coonoor. The establishment of numerous tea estates made Ooty famous. Lofty
mountains, dense forest, sprawling grasslands and miles and miles of tea
gardens greet the passengers on most routes. The annual Tea and Tourism
Festival attracts crowds in huge numbers.








Highlights

Package Includes:

  • To and Fro Return transfers from Bangalore
  • 02 Nights Stay in Sherlock Holmes with Breakfast or Similar in Executive Room
  • All Applicable Hotel / Transport Taxes
  • If 2 people are traveling, then the cost per head will be Rs. 7308
Package Excludes:

  • Government Service Tax as applicable
  • Any entrance fee, camera fee at monuments, if applicable
  • Any guide cost
  • Any meals other than those mentioned in inclusions
  • Any expenses of personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry, any beverages, tips and porterage, etc.


Note : Package prices is applicable for Minimum 4 Persons traveling together.

Must See:
Botanical Garden - Ooty

Located
inside the limits of Ooty, it is the most famous tourist attraction in
Ooty. This garden was laid out in 1848 and is currently maintained by
the Horticulture department of Tamil Nadu. There is a beautiful green
lawn where one can realx with friends and family. There are trees
collected from different parts of the world. Shrubs and hedges are cut
to resemble animals and look really beautiful. During the month of May,
there is an annual summer festival inside the Garden where there are
flower shows and various cultural programs that showcase the talent of
the locals people. I have been to this place during summer and winter
and I found the place beautiful in both the seasons but it was very
crowded during summers and there was too much of noise inside the
garden, which you hardly expect in such a place.

Ooty Lake

This
2 Kms long Ooty lake has become another major tourist attraction. One
can go for boat riding, both pedal and motor boats and it starts from
morning 8 and is there till 6 in the evening. During the month of May
there are boat races that have become a major crowd puller. Adjacent to
lake there are a lot of the other places of interest for tourist that
have come up. To mention few - Toy train ride, 3-D shows, Tora-tora
ride, Car rides (something similar to go-carting). Outside lake there
are ponnies available for rides. The Ooty Lake is located behind the
railway station ( 1-2 Kms from the station). Best thing to do would be
park the car in the railway station, though parking is available near
the lake) and walk to the lake ( along the lake) and enjoy the view and
on the way back take a ponny ride till the parking.

Centenary Rose Garden

2 Kms from
the main crossing of the Ooty, the Charring Cross, is this 10acres of
land on the hill slop that has been converted into Rose garden. It has
more than 1000 varieties of roses ranging from Yellow to Pink to Red.
Locals say that they have seen black rose also but I could not find one.
May be because I went there during the off-season ( December).

Doddabetta Peak

At
a height of 2623 meters above sea level, the Dodabetta Peak is the
highest peak of Nilgiris hills. Doddabetta means the big mountain the
native language and is the highest peak in the south India. It lies at
the junction of Western adn Eastern Ghats. Some Details:- Height- 8640
Feets above sea level Rainfall - 125 cms/Year Temperature - Max- 19C /
Min Degree C Doddabetta is around 10 Kms from Ooty and is on the Ooty
Kotagiri route .

Pykara Lake, Pykara Falls

Pykara
Lake and Pykara Falls are around 19 Kms from the town but the road is
in very bad shape. You can't drive at more than 10 Kmph. I would suggest
take a taxi or better take a bus to this place as I would not suggest
you missing out on this another beautiful place. A word of caution :-
Near the fall the rocks ar every slippery and be very careful there as I
saw a major mishap happening in front of my eyes.






The fine print

  • Voucher Valid till 31st March 2012.
  • Voucher is valid for 2 Night and 3 Days stay.
  • One voucher valid for one persons on twin-sharing basis.
  • Government Service tax off 2.58% will be Applicable on the total package cost
  • Prior booking mandatory, at least 7 days in advance.
  • Within 24 hours of buying the voucher, call our support center 080-39414141 (09:00 am - 08:00 pm) to book.
  • All
    booking confirmations are subject to availability. In case of
    unavailability of accommodation, a suitable alternative will be provided
    or a full refund will be issued.
  • Once confirmed, the booking cannot be cancelled or modified.
  • Surcharges will apply during festivals, holidays / extended weekends, travel fairs, special events, Christmas, New Year, etc.
  • Redeem the voucher in a single visit.
  • Voucher cannot be combined with other existing offers.
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Saturday, 29 October 2011

How to plan for Himalayan Treasures Tour

Escape to Paradise!! Pay Rs. 14054 per person for 6N/7D Vacation in Himalayan Treasures worth Rs. 16999
Embark upon a journey to two of the most famous hill stations in the Himalayas Shimla and Manali. Marvel at the old-world-charm of the erstwhile summer capital of the British as you stroll along the Mall and soak in the picturesque beauty of Manali and its surrounding snow-clad mountain ranges.
Highlights
• 6 nights accommodation in well appointed rooms.
• Daily breakfast and dinner at all hotels.
• Transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary using an air-conditioned car. AC will work only in the plains and not in the hills.
• Presently applicable drivers allowance, parking charges and toll for the vehicle.
• All presently applicable taxes except the Government Service Tax.
Day Wise Itinerary
Day 1: Drive Delhi to Shimla
• You will be met on arrival at the New Delhi airport or railway station and driven to the Queen of Hill Stations, Shimla (approximately 9 hours). On arrival check into your hotel
• Meals: Dinner
Night Stay Hotel: Hotel De Park or similar

Day 2: In Shimla
• After breakfast this morning, proceed on a sightseeing tour to explore the environs of this once British Summer Capital. Morning visit Kufri situated at an altitude of 2500 meters and later in the afternoon see the Vice Regal Lodge and stroll down the Mall Road
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Night Stay Hotel: Hotel De Park or similar

Day 3: Drive Shimla to Manali
• After an early breakfast today, you will be driven to Manali (approximately 8 hours). Enjoy the scenic drive as the road meanders through pine forests, quaint towns and villages past the Beas-Sutlej link project and into Manali. Check into your hotel on arrival
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Night Stay Hotel: Royal Park or similar

Day 4: In Manali
• This morning, after a leisurely breakfast set out to explore the Apple Country. Make your way through the bazaar to the sacred Hadimba Temple the four-tiered wooden temple with its pagoda styled roof, built in 1553. Visit the Tibetan Monastery and handicraft center and continue to the Vashishta Kund known for its hot sulphur springs, which are now piped into Turkish-style baths for the convenience of visitors who come here to benefit from its medicinal properties
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Night Stay Hotel: Royal Park or similar

Day 5: In Manali
• After breakfast today enjoy an excursion to Rohtang Pass (weather permitting) or till Snow Point en route visiting Solang Valley. Situated at a height of 3980 meters, the drive up to Rohtang offers picturesque views of the meandering road and the valleys and is in itself is an adventure
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Night Stay Hotel: Royal Park or similar

Day 6: Drive Manali to Chandigarh
• Today after breakfast, you will be driven to Chandigarh (approximately 8 hours). On arrival, check into your hotel
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Night Stay Hotel: Hotel Diamond Plaza or similar

Day 7: Drive Chandigarh to Delhi
• After a leisurely breakfast, you will be driven back to Delhi (approximately 5 hours) and dropped at the airport or railway station for your onward journey.
• Meals: Breakfast
The fine print
• Voucher expires 19th December 2011.
• Voucher is valid for 6night and 7days stay.
• One voucher valid for ONE persons on twin sharing basis.
• Multiple vouchers can be bought for an extended stay.
• Prior booking mandatory, at least 5 days in advance.
• Within 24 hours of buying the voucher, call our support center 080-39414141 (09:00am - 08:00pm) to book.
• All booking confirmations are subject to availability. In case of unavailability of accommodation, a suitable alternative will be provided or a full refund will be issued.
• Once confirmed, the booking cannot be cancelled or modified.
• Redeem the voucher in a single visit.
• Voucher cannot be combined with other existing offers.
• Taxes included.

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Friday, 28 October 2011

How to reach Tirupati Drashan from Chennai and timings

Wednesday Darshan timing
(Special Seva: Sahasrakalasa Abhishekam 6.30am to 8.30am)

3.00 am to 3.30 am - Suprabhatam ( Rs 100/- for special entrance ticket)
3.30 am to 3.45 am – Suddhi.
3.45 am to 4.30 am - Thomala Seva (Arjitham Rs 200.00 per head)
4.30 am to 4.45 am - Koluvu and Panchanga Sravanam
4.45 am to 5.30 am - first Archana i.e. Sahasranama Archana (Arjitham Rs 200.00 per head).
5.30 am to 6.30 am – Archanantara Darsanam (Rs.100/- per head)
6.30 am to 7.00 am – First bell, Bali and Sattumura, preparation for Sahasrakalasa Abhishekam
7.00 am to 9.00 am – Sahasrakalasa Abhishekam (Rs. 5000/-) Second Archana (Ekantam) and Bell
9.00 am to 7.00 pm - Sarvadarshanam
12.00 p.m to 05.00 p.m - Kalyanotsavam, Bramotsavam, Vahana Sevas, Unjal Sevas etc.
5.30 p.m to 6.30 p.m - Sahasra Deepalankarana seva
7.00 p.m to 8.00 p.m - Suddhi, Night Kainkaryams (Ekantam) and Night Bell
8.00 p.m to 1.00 a.m - Sarvadarshanam
1.00 a.m to 1.30 a.m - Suddhi, preparations for Ekantha Seva
1.30 a.m - Ekanta Seva (Arjitham Rs 100.00 per head


Thursday darshan timing
(Special Seva: Tiruppavada – 6.30am – 8.00am
and Poolangi Alankaram – 9.00pm – 10.00pm)

3.00 am to 3.30 am - Suprabhatam ( Rs 100/- for special entrance ticket)
3.30 am to 3.45 am – Suddhi.
3.45 am to 4.30 am - Thomala Seva (Arjitham Rs 200.00 per head)
4.30 am to 4.45 am - Koluvu and Panchanga Sravanam
4.45 am to 5.30 am - first Archana i.e. Sahasranama Archana (Arjitham Rs 200.00 per head).
5.30 am to 6.30 am – Archanantara Darsanam (Rs.100/- per head)
6.30 am to 7.00 am – First bell, Bali and Sattumura,
7.00 am to 8.00 am – Sallimpu, Second Archana (Ekantam), Tiruppavada (Rs.5,000/-), Second Bell
8.00 am to 7.00 pm - Sarvadarshanam
12.00 p.m to 5.00 p.m - Kalyanotsavam, Brahmotsavam, Vasantotsavan, Unjal Seva
5.30 p.m to 6.30 p.m - Sahasra deepalankarana seva
7.00 p.m to 9.00 p.m - Pedda Suddhi, Night Kainkaryams, Poolangi Alankaram and Night Bell
9.00 p.m to 1.00 a.m - Poolangi Alankaram and Sarvadarsanam
1.00 a.m to 1.30 a.m - Suddhi, preparations for Ekantha Seva
1.30 a.m - Ekanta Seva (Arjitham Rs 100.00 per head)


Friday darshan timing
(Special Seva: Abhishekam 4.30am to 6.00am)

3.00 am to 3.30 am - Suprabhatam ( Rs 100/- for special entrance ticket)
3.30 am to 4.30 am – Sallimpu Suddhi , Nityakatla Kainkaryams, Morning first Bell and preparation for Abhishekam (holders of Rs. 12,250/-, Rs. 750/-, Rs. 300/- and Rs. 150/- tickets will be admitted).
4.30 am to 6.00 am - Abhishekam and Nijapada Seva
6.00 am to 7.00 am - Samarpana
7.00 am to 8.00 am – Thomala seva and Archana (Rs. 420/- per head).
8.00 am to 9.00 am – Second bell, Bali, Sattumura, etc.
9.00 am to 8.00 pm - Sarvadarshanam
12.00 p.m to 5.00 p.m - Kalyanotsavam, Brahmotsavam, Vasantotsavan, Unjal Seva
6.00 p.m to 8.00 p.m – Sahasra Deepalankarana Seva at Kolimi Mandapam and Procession along the Mada streets.
8.00 p.m to 9.00 p.m - Suddhi, Night Kainkaryams and Night Bell
9.00 p.m to 10.00 p.m - Sevadarshanam
10.00 a.m to 10.30 p.m - Suddhi, preparations for Ekantha Seva
10.30 a.m - Ekanta Seva (Arjitham Rs 100.00 per head

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Wednesday, 21 September 2011

iPhone 4 for just Re.1

Pay just Re.1 and get a chance to win a iPhone 4
"i Win i-Phone" offer for you!! Get a Free i-Phone 4
Via Deals are offering Free i-Phone. Pay just Rs....1 and participate. Either you win or we will return  you 10X money
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iPhone 4. Specifications
General
2G Network
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

3G Network
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100

Announced
2010, June

Status
Available. Released 2010, June
Size
Dimensions
115.2 x 58.6 x 9.3 mm

Weight
137 g
Display
Type
LED-backlit IPS TFT, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors

Size
640 x 960 pixels, 3.5 inches (~330 ppi pixel density)


- Scratch-resistant oleophobic surface


- Multi-touch input method


- Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate


- Three-axis gyro sensor


- Proximity sensor for auto turn-off
Sound
Alert types
Vibration, MP3 ringtones

Loudspeaker
Yes

3.5mm jack
Yes, check quality
Memory
Phonebook
Practically unlimited entries and fields, Photocall

Call records
100 received, dialed and missed calls

Internal
16/32 GB storage, 512 MB RAM

Card slot
No
Data
GPRS
Class 10 (4+1/3+2 slots), 32 - 48 kbps

EDGE
Class 10, 236.8 kbps

3G
HSDPA, 7.2 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.76 Mbps

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot

Bluetooth
Yes, v2.1 with A2DP

Infrared port
No

USB
Yes, v2.0



Camera
Primary
5 MP, 2592 x 1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, check quality

Features
Touch focus, geo-tagging

Video
Yes, 720p@30fps, LED video light, geo-tagging, check quality

Secondary
Yes, videocalling over Wi-Fi only
Features
OS
iOS 4

CPU
1 GHz ARM Cortex-A8 processor, PowerVR SGX535GPU, Apple A4 chipset

Messaging
SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email

Browser
HTML (Safari)

Radio
No

Games
Downloadable, incl. motion-based

Colors
Black, White

GPS
Yes, with A-GPS support

Java
No


- MicroSIM card support only


- Scratch-resistant glass back panel


- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic


- Digital compass


- Google Maps


- Audio/video player and editor


- Voice command/dial


- TV-out






Battery

Standard battery, Li-Po 1420mAh

Stand-by
Up to 300 h (2G) / Up to 300 h (3G)

Talk time
Up to 14 h (2G) / Up to 7 h (3G)

Music play
Up to 40 h
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Highlights

  • Voucher entitles you to win a iPhone 4 
  • Contest is valid for Month
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  • 1 lucky buyer will be chosen electronically through a randomized program conducted by Via Deal, whose decisions are final and binding for this offer
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Thursday, 8 September 2011

Fly anywhere to anywhere in India on a direct flight of Kingfisher only by paying Rs.3999 all inclusive

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Highlights
Valid on most direct sectors ONLY
Rates are valid per person ONLY
The fare is valid ONLY for One Way
The voucher is not applicable for Port Blair Sector

The fine print
Travel validity before September end 2011
Booking valid on Kingfisher flight only
To redeem your voucher email travel details after purchase to deals@via.com and we will confirm the booking
Voucher to be redeemed minimum 48 hours before departure
Non -refundable
Multiple vouchers can be purchased
Within 24 hours of buying the voucher, call our support center 080-39414141 (09:00 am - 08:00 pm) to book
All booking confirmations are subject to availability. In case of unavailability of seats, a suitable alternative will be provided or a full refund will be issued
Once confirmed, the booking cannot be cancelled or modified
Redeem the voucher in a single transaction
Voucher cannot be combined with other existing offers
Taxes included

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Tuesday, 6 September 2011

Ahmedabad is the largest city of Gujarat

Ahmedabad is the largest city of Gujarat and seventh largest city of India is located in the western region of India.

Formerly called Karnavati and home to several independence initiatives, Ahmedabad was founded by Sultan Ahmed Shah in the

year 1411 A.D, when it served as the capital of the Sultanate. A city which was once restricted to the walls constructed by

Ahmed Shah, is today spread over 1300 sq. kms; once a home to the Sultans and Peshwas, is now a commercial city bustling with

activity, a city which deserves a website dedicated exclusively to its news, information and services directory. This

fascinating city is a silent witness of the traditional culture and   ancient history   of Gujarat. The city stands

on the banks of river Sabarmati and is christened by Ahmed Shah, the medieval ruler of Gujarat. Situated on the banks of

  the river   Sabarmati, the city is a real portrait of monuments   and palaces of historic importance. It is

the cultural and   intellectual capital   of Gujarat. Ahmedabad was incorporated into the Bombay Presidency during

the British rule but remained the most important city in the Gujarat region. Over a period of time, Ahmedabad established

itself as the home of textile industry and earned the nickname of "the Manchester of the East .   The attention to

detail in Ahmedabad truly makes the sights stand out. The best things to do in this city are that of the more simple kind,

although no one could say Ahmedabad’s buildings celebrate simplicity. This city is highly enjoyed by taking life as it

is supposed to be, like going on nice, soothing strolls around the town. However, those able to swallow the smog will

discover a pulsating Indian city, with a media that preaches tolerance. Ahmedabad is a sky-scraping step-off point to the

rest of Gujarat.

Places to see:

Jama Masjid : Built in yellow sandstone, it combines the best of Hindu and

Muslim styles of architecture, standing on 260 pillars supporting 15 domes at varying elevations It is described as the most

beautiful mosque in India. The vast paved courtyard is a rectangle nearly seventy-five metres by sixty-six metres.

Calico Museum: The museum, set in the verdant Shahi Bagh Garden is spread over 12 rooms on both floors of the haveli.

Calico museum displays outstanding collection of textiles which include royal tents, carpets and costumes; religious

paintings on cloth, embroiders, brocades, Kashmiri shawls and silk weaves are also on display which date back to 17th and

18th centuries.  

Gandhi Ashram : Another of the tourist attractions in Ahmedabad is the Satyagraha Ashram, set-up in AD 1920 on

the lull western banks of the Sabarmati River.  

Bhadra Fort: Bhadra Fort is one of the prime tourist attractions in Ahmedabad. There are large imperial

palaces within the compound of the fort. The Bhadrakali Mandir situated within the periphery of the fort was built in 1411 by

the Maratha rulers. This is a must-see for the tourists.

Kankaria Lake: The Kankaria Lake offers tourist places of interest like the island garden known as Nagina Wadi, parks, an

aquarium, a boat club, a natural historical museum, and a zoo.   A circular lake constructed in AD 1451 by Sultan

Qutub-ud-din.

How to Reach:

Air:   Indian Airlines connect Ahmedabad with Bombay, Delhi, Bangalore, Madras, Jaipur, Indore and Calcutta.

East West Airlines also connects Ahmedabad with Bombay.

Rail: There are regular trains to Delhi, Mumbai, Vadodara and Udaipur. The Ahmedabad Railway Station and the Maninagar

Railway Station are the two prime railway stations in the city.

Bus: Buses in Ahmedabad are many, and all these buses ply to specific portions of the city from the central bus stand.

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Thursday, 25 August 2011

About Bhopal

Madhya Pradesh is the largest state in India in terms of area, and Bhopal, which is situated around two artificial lakes, is its state capital. Despite its crowded commercial centre, Bhopal is an attractive place to visit. According to historians, Raja Bhoja built a city Bhojpal in the 11th century (the original Bhopal city). Later the control of the city came into the hands of the Mughals and remained under them till the beginning of the 18th century. Bhopal today presents a multi-faceted profile; the old city with its teeming market places and fine old mosques and palaces still bear the aristocratic imprint of its former rulers; among them the succession of powerful Begums who ruled Bhopal from 1819 to 1926. Bhopal is popular for its silver jewellery, embroidered and sequined velvet purses and cushions and beadwork. The monuments in the city represent the perfect blend of Hindu and Islamic cultures and at the same time the works on these monuments give an insight to the traditions of North as well as South India. The city’s shops are famous for traditional Bhopali crafts; you will find exquisite silver jewellery, beautifully-fashioned beadwork, sequined and embroidered velvet purses and cushions. The city is a great place to visit for non-vegetarians, thanks to long years of Islamic rule. The centre houses a museum of the arts, an art gallery, a workshop for fine arts, a repertory theater, indoor and outdoor auditorium, a rehearsal room and libraries of Indian poetry, classical and folk music. Open from 2 pm to 8 PM everyday except Mondays. Bhopal is also known as the Lake City (or City of Lakes) for its various natural as well as artificial lakesand is one of the greenest cities in India.


Places to see:

Bhojpur that is just a few miles away from the city. Bhojpur houses a magnificent Shiva Temple, and apparently was also the site of a huge lake that was destroyed by Hoshang Shah, the ruler of Malwa in mid-15th century. 6km north of Bhopal is Ashapuri which has some old Jain temples. and about 45km from the city is the marvellous Chiklod Palace .


Upper and Lower Lakes :

The Upper Lake is divided from the Lower Lake by an overbridge. M. P. Tourism's Boat Club on the Upper Lake provides facilities for exciting trips by sail, paddle and motor boats.


The Four Fountains Spa :

The Four Fountains Spa is India's first chain of affordable health spas. We offer spa therapies for de-stressing, de-toxification, immunity and beauty for men and women. Our therapies include more than 20 Indian and international massages, body polishes, body wraps and facials.


Taj-ul-Masajid :

The building of this mosque was initiated by Shahjehan Begum of Bhopal when she became the ruler in 1868. Taj-ul-Masajid can literally be translated as “The Crown of Mosques” and true to its name has been hovering over the skyline of Bhopal similar to the Jama Masjid of Delhi.


How to reach :

Air :

Bhopal is connected by regular Alliance Air flights to Mumbai, Indore, Delhi and Gwalior. Sahara Airlines connect Bhopal with Delhi, Guwahati, Goa, Indore and Lucknow. Airport is 15 km from the city center.


Rail :

Bhopal Junction Railway Station which is the main and the most important railway station in the Bhopal City. This station falls on the North-South Route and connects to major cities in India. The Bhopal Junction Railway Station receives more than 150 trains daily.


Bus:

Lots of bus facilities, public and private, are available in Bhopal. All cities in the state are connected to Bhopal by bus services. Overnight deluxe buses from Delhi, Gwalior and Jabalpur are available to Bhopal. Deluxe buses charge Rs. 3-4 per km.


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Tuesday, 23 August 2011

Rajasthan – The land of colours

Rajasthan is one of the most beautiful and colorful regions situated in India.

Rajasthan is the golden glow of desert landscape. Rajasthan offers the visitors

both quiet moments of relaxation and adventure in the desert state. Around 1200 AD

a part of Rajasthan came under Muslim rulers. At the beginning of the 13th century

AD, the most prominent and powerful state of Rajasthan was Mewar. Mughal power

started to decline after 1707. The political collapse of Rajasthan was caused by

the dismemberment of the Mughal Empire. The Marathas penetrated Rajasthan upon the

decline of the Mughal Empire. In 1755 they occupied Ajmer. The beginning of the

19th Century was marked by the onslaught of the Pindaris. The British Government

concluded treaties of alliance with almost all the states of Rajputana. Thus began

the British rule over Rajasthan, and then called Rajputana.The state is culturally

rich and has unique and vibrant culture. Exploring forts and palaces of the state

provides opportunity to get insight of rich culture and heritage. A large part of

that is the Thar Desert. A number of celebrations take place in this land of

Rajasthan such as festivals and fairs where wonderful music and dances can be heard

and seen. Each Cities of Rajasthan has lot of colorful and exotic destinations

which are very rich, great and window to the cultural and architectural excellence

of Rajasthan. Rajasthan is the place where each day is different from the one that

has gone by and where each day is uniquely memorable.


Places to see : The state is famous for its majestic historical monuments

which is the soul of state's tourism. Rajasthan is rich in architecture and is a

delight for all kinds of tourists with its sandy dunes, mighty forts, lush

blossoming gardens, shimmering lakes and outstanding monuments.


Jaisalmer Fort : The Jaisalmer Fort is very high, almost 100 m above the

city. Numerous entry points of the fort are knows as Pols, such as Bhoota Pol,

Hava Pol, Suraj Pol and Ganesh Pol. Explorers can feel the delight and magic of the

Jaisalmer.


The Chittorgarh Fort : The Rajput style of architecture is clearly

visible in the fort, which is said to be the Gahlot and Sisodia ruler of Mewar from

the 8th to the 16th century. Named after Chittrangad Mauraya, the magnificent fort

rises 150 m above the surrounding region and runs to an approximate length of 3 km

covering an area of 60 acres and peripheral length of 13 km.


Ajmer : The city was founded by Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan in the 7th Century

A.D. and continued to be a major centre of the Chauhan power till 1193 A.D.

Historically, Ajmer always had great strategic importance and was sacked by Muhamad

of Ghazni on one of his periodic forays from Afghanistan.


Lalgarh Palace : The palace has beautiful latticework and filigree work,

which are hallmarks of a great craftsmanship. The exterior contrasts dramatically

with the oriental interiors and amenities. This architecture is a fusion of Rajput,

Mughal and European architecture.


Junagarh Fort : It is an unassailable fortress, which has never been

conquered. The imposing fort has 986 long walls with 37 bastions and two entrances.

An impressive fort in the city of Bikaner was built in 1559 AD by Raja Rai Singhji.

It is on of the few majors forts in Rajasthan.


How to reach :


Air : he State has 3 major airports in it, namely: Jaipur, Udaipur and

Jodhpur. Most major public and private airlines operate regular flights to these

places connecting them to major cities like Mumbai and Delhi .


Rail : There are a large number of trains that ply to Rajasthan. The

luxurious Palace on Wheels and the regal Orient Express offer an unforgettable

experience, that will leave an indelible impression on your mindscape. If you want

to cull more information on how to reach Rajasthan by availing the rail route,

punch in Railways.


Bus : One can reach Rajasthan by Road very easily since a network of

National Highways and State Highways roads covers the state extensively.


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Thursday, 18 August 2011

Gwalior – City of Kings and Kingdoms

Gwalior occupies a strategic location in the Gird region of North India, and the city and its fortress have served as the center of several of North India's historic kingdoms. It's legendary beginning stems from a meeting between a warrior called Suraj Sen and a hermit, Gwalipa, who lived on the hilltop where the fort stands. The beautifully painted Gwalior Fort is a must see for anyone interested even a little bit in architecture and structural design. Within the fort, the Man Singh Palace and Chit Mandir are worth a dekko and so are the numerous ‘kunds’ including the Johar Kund. The magnificent outer walls of the fort still stand, two miles in length and 35 feet high, bearing witness to its reputation for being one of the most invincible forts of India. The major cultural event held every winter to commemorate the memory of this great musician, attracts large gathering. The stalwarts of music take it as a great privilege to be a part of this cultural extravaganza. Today, Gwalior is one of the most developed cities of India with factories producing cotton, yarn, paint, ceramics, chemicals, and leather products. The city is also famous for many esteemed educational institutions. Gwalior is a city in Madhya Pradesh in India. The Gwalior metropolitan area is the 46th most populated area in the country. It lies 76 miles (122 km) south of Agra and has a population of over 12 lakh (1,200,000).A sprawling city where tradition is entwined with modernity, Gwalior presents a enthralling and a beguiling appeal to the tourists.

Places to see:

Gwalior's history is as fascinating as the attractions in the city, which can be traced back to the 8th century AD. This city is also an important pilgrim center for Jains as well as the Sikhs.

Gujari Mahal : The 15th century Gujari Mahal is a monument to the love of Raja Mansingh Tomar for his intrepid Gujar Queen, Mrignayani. The interior has been converted into Archaeological Museum housing rare antiquities,some of them dating back to the 1st century A.D. The outer structure of Gujari Mahal has survived in an almost total state of preservation.

Gwalior Fort : A steep road winds upwards to the Fort, flanked by statues of the Jain Tirthankaras, caned into the rock face. The magnificent outer walls of the Fort still stand, two miles in length and 35 feet high, bearing witness to its reputation for being one of the most invincible forts of India. Built in the 15th century by Raja Mansingh Tomar on a hilltop, the mighty Gwalior Fort overlooks the city.

The chhatris : The chhatris, memorials to former Scindia rulers, are executed in the typical Bundelkhandi style with conical spires and heavily carved exteriors.

Jai Vilas Palace : The Scindia Museum offers an unparalled glimpse into the rich culture and lifestyle of princely India. A splendor of a different kind exists in the Jai Vilas Palace, current residence of the Scindia family.

Sun Temple : Located near the Residency at Morar, the newly constructed Sun Temple takes its inspiration from the famous Konark Sun Temple in Orissa.

How to Reach :

Gwalior is an ancient city and a traveler will have a few local travel options to choose from for travel within the city.

Air : Gwalior is connected by Indian Airlines to Delhi, Indore, Bhopal and Bombay.

Train : The Gwalior Railway Station is an important junction that is connected to many cities in India. There are two other stations that are within the Gwalior city limits and travelers arriving by trains have many options.

Road: Gwalior is well connected by road with bombay (1087 Kms ), Bhopal (419 Kms), Agra (120 Kms.), Indore (486 Kms), Delhi (318 Kms) .

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Jabalpur – Beautiful City of Madhya Pradesh

Jabalpur is a beautiful city located in Madhya Pradesh in the center of India. Jabalpur is also known as Sanskarshani and is world famous for its marble rocks & waterfall at Bhedaghat. Jabalpur was the capital of Gond dynasty during the 12th century. Jabalpur was later the seat of the Kalchuri dynasty. The Gonds later seized Jabalpur city in the 13th century, and made it their capital. During the 16th century it became the powerful states of Gondwana’s. By the early 16th century, it had become the powerful kingdom of Gondwana. From time to time, the Mughal rulers tried to overrun it. It was also beleaguered by the Mughals and finally it was conquered by the Marathas in the end of 17th century. The British made Jabalpur the commission headquarters of the Narmada territories and established a cantonment here. Jabalpur city is considered tourism city of Madhya Pradesh as it is surrounded by 7 most popular tourist destinations of Madhya Pradesh like Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Pachmarhi, Amarkantak, Khajuraho, Pench National Park, all within 250 km. Jabalpur is a beautiful place to visit. The fabulous environs provide an excellent retreat from the busy life of the metropolitans. It is an administrative and educational center and is the gateway to important wildlife sanctuaries around it. Today Jabalpur is an important administrative centre, abustle with commercial activity.

Places to see :

Jabalpur is surrounded by some popular tourist destinations of Madhya Pradesh .Jabalpur is a beautiful city, famous for its marble rocks and water falls at Bedaghat.

Madan Mahal Fort : Jabalpur is also famous for eroded volcanic rock formations called as Balancing Rock of Jabalpur on the way to Madan Mahal Fort. Built on 11th century by Gond ruler, Raja Madanshah, this fort is a pride of Jabalpur city.

Dhuandhar: The waterfall is known as Dhuandhar since the water droplets at the fall go above in concentrated mass and crete illusion of vapours. The famous waterfall is located just 25 km from Jabalpur.

Bhedaghat :Soaring in glittering splendour, the marble rocks at Bhedaghat rise to a hundred feet on either side of the Narmada. Marble rocks is at a distance about 25 km from Jabalpur by road.

Bargi Dam: It’s also a tourist spot, recently the local autorities have started a cruise boat which runs on the reservoir of Bargi dam. It is a multipurpose project on river Narmada.

Kanha National park : The park is also the birth place of the Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling. Nearest cities from Kanha National Park are Jabalpur, Raipur, Nagpur. Jabalpur and Nagpur is on National Highway-7 which connects Varanasi from Kanyakumari.

How to reach :

Air: The city is connected by regular flights to the different parts of the country. Any flights from Delhi via Bhopal also help the tourists to reach Jabalpur .

Rail : It has direct trains to Satna (189 km, 3 hours), Varanasi (505 km, 13 hours) and Bhopal (336 km ). The Railway Station is Located North of the Civil Lines area.

Bus :Jabalpur is on the National Highway 7 and is well connected by bus with Bhopal, which is about 8 hrs away, Indore, Satna, Raipur and Nagpur

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Khandwa – Historical City of Madhya Pradesh

Khandwa District is situated South West of the state of Madhya Pradesh The District is in Indore Division of Madhya Pradesh. The District is bounded on the east by the Betul and Hoshangabad District of Hoshangabad division, and Burhanpur District of Indore Division on south, on the west by West Nimar District of Indore division,and on the north by Dewas District of the Indore Division. The Town Khandwa has the proud to be the Head Quarter of District East Nimar. Due to its location on the map of India, it has been enjoying visits of great Indians. In the past (age of British Government), this was a place alone connecting northern, eastern, southern and western rail routes.Delhi(North) and Bombay(South) (now Mumbai) and Baroda (West) was directly connected whereas Calcutta was accessible through Bhusawal Junction. The western part of old Prant Nimar originally held by the Holkar, became a part of Madhya Bharat, when that state was formed in the year 1948. As on the reorganization of States, Madhya Bharat region was merged in Madhya Pradesh, the western part of old Prant Nimar eventually became a part if Madhya Pradesh.Khandwa is famous for its local crops of cotton, wheat , soyabean and a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Its wheat variety is famous nationwide for its aroma, colour and quality.

Places to see :

Omkareshwar Mandhata: Omkareshwar Mandhata is located on the bank of Narmada River. Mamaleshwar, One among the 12 Jyotirlingas of Hindu sect and Siddhawar Kut of Jain sect are located at this place. Millions of the pilgrims of both sects & foreigners visit the place every year.

Nagchun Dam, Khandwa: This is a nearest picnic spot of the city. From this dam also the water is being supplied to the city. Dense plantation around the place makes it beautiful. Nagchun Dam is 7 Kms from the Station sites, Northern to the city near Nagchun village.

Ghantaghar (Clock Tower) :The place has been the district Head quarter since 1864. The place has four historic kunds in its four direction namely Suraj kunda, Padma kund, Bhima kunda, Rameshwar kund. The place is located at Bombay-Delhi central line and north of Burhanpur.

Dada Dhuni Wale Darbar Khandwa : This is a centre of faith and worship. The Samadhi Places of great Avadhoot Hindu saints Swami Keshwanandaji Maharaj and Swami Hariharanandji Maharaj, respectfully called as "Bare Dadaji" and "Chhote Dadaji" respectively. The place is about 61 KMs from the District H.Q. Khandwa, and can be approached from two stations Khandwa & Bir of Central Railway line of Bombay- Delhi, and is well connected by roadways.

How to reach :

Air : khandwa is connected by Indian Airlines to Delhi, Indore, Bhopal and Bombay.

Rail : Omkareshwar (Madhya Pradesh) to Khandwa (Madhya Pradesh) is 59 km and takes approx 1 hr, 44 mins by train.

Bus : Regular bus services are available from Indore , Gwalior, Ahmedabad, Bhopal and Ujjain to khandwa.

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Ujjain – Ancient City of India

Ujjain is one of the many holy cities in India and the major places to visit in the town are temples.The Ujjain city is located in the Malwa region of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. The History of Ujjain states that initially the city was known as Ujjayini and as per epic Mahabharata Ujjayani was the capital of the Avanti Kingdom. The blue god Krishna came to Ujjain to study under the great sage, Sandipani Muni, who taught the former in the Sandipani Muni Ashram. Myths apart, excavations at a site about 6km north of the town have revealed pottery and iron objects dating back to the 8th century b.c. After the last of 18th century the Ujjain ruled by the Maratha leader Sindhia, who later established his headquarter at Gwalior and until the Indian independence, Ujjain remained part of Gwalior state.The district is surrounded with Shajapur, Dewas, Indore, Dhar and Ratlam respectively. According to Hindu scripture, Ujjain is blessed with nectar drops which fell into the land while the gods and the demons were engaged in a fierce battle to gain control over the pot of nectar. During your pilgrimage to Ujjain, you will come to visit numerous temples and significant religious spots, there by grading itself as the prime destination for religious-minded travelers. Kumbh Mela one of the greatest religious congregations of the Hindus held in this sacred city after every twelve years. Being a religious city Ujjain is one of the most visited tourist places in India.

Places to see :

Bade Ganeshji Ka Mandir and Mahakaleshwar are two important temples in the city. Attraction at Ujjain are Mahakeleshwara, Chintamani Ganesh, Mangalnath, Harsiddhi Temple, Siddhavat, Kal Bhairav, Gopal mandir, Pir Matsyendranath, GadKalika, Navgraha ka Mandir , Sandipani Ashram, Vikram Kirti Mandir and Kalidasa Academia.

Bhartrihari Caves : The cave is situated on the bank of the River Shipra and was his esteemed meditation center. Today, thousand of tourist visit the cave and pay homage to the great saga. His contribution towards the Hindi and Sanskrit literature was later recognised after his death.

Mahakaleshwar Temple : This temple is also an important pilgrimage centre for Hindus. This temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India, and believed to be swayambhu, deriving its Shakti or power from within itself.

Kaliadeh Palace : The Kaliadeh Palace is built on the banks of the Shipra river. This once imposing building was built by Mahmud Khilji in 1458. Akbar stayed here in 1601.

Bade Ganeshji Ka Mandir : It holds a huge statue of the elephant-headed God. The elephant which is the head of the deity indicates wisdom, presence of mind and foresight that the Hindus attribute to divinity. It holds a huge statue of the elephant-headed God. The elephant which is the head of the deity indicates wisdom, presence of mind and foresight that the Hindus attribute to divinity.

How to reach :

Air : There are daily flights from Indore to Mumbai , Kolkata, Delhi, Bhopal and Ahmadabad.

Rail: There are regular trains that connect Ujjain to other important cities in India. There are mainly three major railway stations in Ujjain, that include Ujjain City Junction, Vikram Nagar and Chintaman.

Bus : Regular bus services are available from Indore (55 km), Gwalior (450 km), Ahmedabad (400 km) and Bhopal (183 km) to Ujjain.

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