Travel To Nainital Lake,Lakes In India

Nainital Lake

A small and beautiful place in Kumaon hills of Uttaranchal. Nainital is a very beautiful hill station, which is surrounded by mountains by three sides. It is major hill station in north India. ‘Naini’ that means cool air & ‘Taal’ means lake, when we add these two words then make “Nainital”. It is like a paradise on earth, which is situated at the height of 1938 meters from sea level. Nainital discovered by British, in 1841 as a holiday resort. It is must visit place in Uttaranchal state.

Travel To Adyanpara Water Fall In Kerala,Waterfalls In India

Adyanpara Waterfall

Adyanpara waterfall is located in Kurumbalangode village of Nilambur taluk. Adyanpara is natural waterfall originated from surrounding jungles. Adyanpara waterfall is one of the tourist attractive places in Nilambur.

Medicinal Power of Adyanpara Waterfall's Water

There is a mythology that the water in Adyanpara waterfall is purified and having medicinal power by nature. The reason is each drop of the water is coming filtered by soil and there is direct impact of medicinal plants by their leaves, roots and outer part.

Adyanpara waterfall is proposed for generating electricity by Kerala Government. Still the people surrounded by the Adyanpara waterfall is using for agricultural purpose.

Nearest Attractions

Kannimara teak

Kannimara Teak

 It is the biggest living teak tree not only in India but also in the world, located in Parambikulam Wild Life Sanctuary in the district of Palghat, Kerala. It is 47.5 m tall with a girth of 642 cm. It is located at a distance of 80kms from Nilambur.

How To Get There

Nilambur is located around 70 km from the city of Kozhikode and this is the best transit point for those who are arriving by air and by rail. Buses and taxis are the main ways to reach the place. Thrissur is located around 120 km from the place and the city of Cochin is around 210 km away.

Nilambur Teak Forest

 NILAMBUR is so called because ‘NILAM” means paddy field and “OOR’ means place due to the plentyness of the paddy fields here those days;.although less now a days but is still the beauty of the place. Nilambur is known for the paddyfields and the famousNilambur Teak And Teak Forests.

The Elembalai hill

This hill is situated on the border of Kerala and Tamilnadu from where the river Chaliyar originates and is clothed in dense forests and bamboo woods that add beauty to the place. The region is a beloved homestead of innumerable birds and animals.

The Teak Museum

Teak Museum

 Four kilometres away from the town, on the Nilambur - Gudallur roadside stands the world's first Teak Museum. In the Teak Museum, a visitor can have a first hand information on all aspects of teak. Established by the Kerala Forest Research Institute in collaboration with the Kerala Forest Department, it is thematic museum housing historical, cultural and aesthetic and scientific aspects of teak, all under one roof, arranged in the two storied building.

How To Get There

Nilambur By Air

The closest airport is the Kozhikode Airport and this is situated around 45 km from the place. . There are frequent flights from all the important cities to the airport. One can hire taxis from the taxis stands that are located outside the airport. Taxis charge around Rs 600 from the airport to Nilambur.

Nearest Airports

Kozhikode Domestic Airport (CCJ)                                   -             36 km

Peelamedu  Domestic Airport, Coimbatore (CJB)        -           94 km

Nilambur By Train

Nilambur has a railway station that is connected to places such as Chennai, Cochin, Palakkad and a few other cities. There are passenger trains that arrive from Coimbatore and Mangalore as well.

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Bathing at adyanpara falls

Travel To Malampuzha Garden In Kerala

Malampuzha Garden

       

Malampuzha is in the state of Kerala in the Palakkad district. It is located on the foothills of the Western Ghats and has a tremendous amount of dense, green foliage to enjoy. In fact, everywhere that you look, beautiful green foliage is there. This foliage creates a serene and almost surreal experience for all that go there.

Malampuzha Gardens

Inside Garden

The Malampuzha Gardens is also referred to as the Vrindavan of Kerala. The combination Western Ghats with the tranquil water of the reservoir created by Malampuzha Dam makes for one fascinating location. The garden has numerous green lawns, impressive flower beds, gorgeous pools, and relaxing fountains. The garden offers pedal-boat rides on an artificial canal. This endeavor is a great way to see the garden and also an excellent way to exercise. There are several rest spots scattered throughout the garden. Some of these spots are covered whereas others are left in the open.

Timings

Open 8 am - 8 pm

Nearest Attractions

Snake Park

Snake Park

Located in the same area as Malampuzha Dam and Malampuzha Gardens, is the Snake Park. This park is ultimately a snake rescue and rehabilitation center. It is a safe place for snakes to get help if they have been found out in nature injured. Likewise it is a safe place for humans to see with their own eyes a variety of snakes. Because of how these snakes are housed and handled, there is no danger to those that want to observe these cold-blooded reptiles. There is nothing amateur about this park, as it is managed by the Forests Department. Several different varieties of snakes, both poisonous and non-poisonous can be found at the snake park at any given time.

Timings

Open 9 am - 6 pm

Thread Garden

The thread garden is an extremely unusual garden to visit. This garden contains flowers and plants, but remarkably these flowers and plants are not real Not only are they fake, but they are made of thread. These thread flowers and plants are not even created using a machine or even a needle. These intricately made flowers and plants are all created by being woven by hand. Even more remarkable is that there are not just a few of these flowers on display. There is an entire flower garden made of thread to meander through. This exploring experience is awe inspiring as one ponders the time and effort that went into creating such a magnificent sight.

How To Get There

By Air

Nearest airport is Coimbatore, which is 55 km away and taxi fare is about Rs 1000. Nearest major airport is Cochin International airport which is about 160 km away.

Peelamedu Domestic  Airport  Coimbatore (CJB)        -          46 km

Kozhikode Domestic  Airport (CCJ)                    -       88 km

 By Train

Nearest rail head is Palakkad junction, which is just 5 km away from Malampuzha. Palakkad is an important railway station which is well connected with all cities in India.

By Bus

Malampuzha is connected to other cities in Kerala and Tamil Nadu by state government public transport buses. 

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Mangoose in Snake Park

Umaid Bhawan Palace In Jodhpur

Umaid Bhawan Palace

  

Umaid Bhawan Palace is located southern part of jodhpur city.This palace the largest private residence in the world, the finest extant example of art-deco, the only palace to have painting from the Ramayana painted by a Polish artist, the first to use air-conditioning, electricity and elevators, and the most impressive for its size and dimensions..

Architecture

Designed by renowned Edwardian architect Henry Lanchester, the palace is a blend of eastern and western architectural influences. Its majestic 105-foot high cupola is influenced by the Renaissance, while the towers draw inspiration from Rajput tradition. The lavish interiors with gilt furniture and elegant artwork follow the Art Deco style, complemented by the exotic murals of the self-exiled Polish artist Stefan Norblin.

Timings

closed on Mondays

Atractions

Inside Palace

Guests and residents of the Palace experience aspects of royal living, with period furniture, priceless antiques and artefacts adorning the public areas as well as the rooms in which the hotel section is situated Classified as a 5 Star Deluxe property by the Government of India, the Umaid Bhawan Palace has every modern convenience to cater to today's traveller and several unique features. 

The Central Dome soars 110 feet overhead, and provides spectacular centerpiece - a focal point for all the visitors to the property .The Trophy Bar, the Risala Restaurant ,the Marwar Hall, the Pillars restaurant and the Kebab Konner from the backbone of the hotels Food & Beverage activities, providing residents and guests a choice of dining options and cuisines.. 

Pillars

The view from the Pillars, especially at sunset, are spectacular. Landscaped gardens adorn the exteriors of the building and the spacious lawns at the rear of the Palace create an ambience which is at once serene, restful and yet spectacularly royal. Deep inn the heart of the building, the Zodiac Swimming Pool is a cool blue retreat. Located indoors, it is in fact under the main plinth of the building, tucked away in the basement, which makes it private an accessible only to residents of the hotel. 

The private museum attached to the Palace contains a small but exquisite set of display section, exhibiting arms, furniture, antique clocks and priceless China vases that formed a part the private collection of Maharajas of Jodhpur. The Umaid Bhawan Palace is equipped to cater to all segments of travelers, be they visitors on business or leisure to the city of Jodhpur.

Model of Umaid Bhawan

The attractions of the palace include the Throne Room (housing fascinating Ramayana murals), a wood-paneled library, a private museum; an indoor swimming pool, a Billiards room, tennis courts and marble squash courts. The Palace has now been converted into five star deluxe palace hotel. The Umaid Bhavan Palace of Rajasthan also houses a museum. On display, in the museum, are an array of weapons, stuffed leopards, clocks and a huge banner presented by Queen Victoria. 

How To Get There

By Air

Jodhpur airport is connected to Jaipur, Delhi, Udaipur and Mumbai by daily regular flights. The Airport is nearly 5 km away from the city center. Taxi charges about Rs 150 and three wheeled rickshaw cost about Rs 50 from airport to city. Delhi is the nearest international airport, which is well connected to all major cities in India and abroad. Delhi is nearly 600 km away from Jodhpur.

 By Train

The nearest arilhead is Jodhpur .It is an important junction in the North Western railway zone in India. Jodhpur is well connected to all major cities in India including Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Bangalore, Jaipur, Jailsalmer and Mumbai

 By Bus

Rajasthan Road Transport Corporation provides bus services to all cities in Rajasthan from Jodhpur. Private deluxe buses are available from Jaipur (345 km), Delhi (600 km), Jaisalmer (290 km), Bikaner (240 km) and Agra (580 km). The deluxe bus charges varies between Rs 3 to Rs 4 per kilomete

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Marwar Hall

Palace at Night

Trekking In Rajmachi

Rajmachi

Rajamachi is a renowned trekking place in Maharashtra. The Western Ghats and Sahyadri ranges offers mild to hard trekking experiences to all adventure loving tourists. The area famed for its exotic natural attractions is really a breathtaking place to have trekking expeditions. Climbing the hilly terrains to reach the famous medieval forts is a real experience for lifelong memory.Trek to Rajmachi is most adventurous and challenging. Rajmachi is a small and awesome village Between karjat and lonavala. It is roughly14 km from karjat and 25 km from lonavala. Trek from karjat is splendid then lonavala.Rajmachi Fort is famous for trekking. The beautiful place is has exotic natural locations as well as it is a historic site

Trekking

Trekking

Rajmachi fort can be approached to via the town of Lonavla along the Khandala plateau. Lonavla is an important train station on the Indian rail network. It is advised to set out early in the morning from Lonavla, because by 11.00 am the sun is really bearing down. From this point make oner way to the Mumbai - Pune Highway (NH4). Trekker's should take a right turn and follow the highway until a signboard indicating the way to Tungarli Lake is reached. This road leads to Tungarli Hill and then turns left. There is dirt track on the left, which leads up the hill to Tungarli Lake - a small lake that is at its best just after the monsoon. It is advisable to drink up and fill up as this is the last point on the trail where water is available. There is an alternative to the trekker's who want to avoid walking on the main road, from Lonavla station they take an auto rickshaw to the base of Tungarli.

As one continues up the hillside to Tungarli there is a dam and lake and on the northern end of the lake, one can see Tungarli village. The trail then leads up to a small pass from where Rajmachi fort is visible. The path then descends and joins a dirt track that winds its way along the crest of the hill and disappears into the forests this is the only track, which leads to Rajmachi fort, there are no shortcuts. After about two hours walk one can see a fork in the trail and the path on the left leads to Rajmachi. The trail continues on oner left, climbing gradually and then leveling out. A little later it dips down and up again and then one can see the Rajmachi fort clearly. Continue following the path around the fort and one will finally reach the village of Udhewadi (or Rajmachi). Just before there is a temple dedicated to Kalbhairavnath, and a flat clearing that can be used as a campsite. The trekker's who don't want to camp outdoors, can stay in the temple. Water is available at a tank, which are 100m away on a path to the left of the temple. Cook one's own food or buy some basic village fare of 'Bhakri' and 'Chutney'. On either side of the Col are the two forts of Rajmachi. Once up in the fort one will see that the climb was really worthwhile.Once the trekkers reach the fort, one will realize that the climb was really meaningful.

Opposite to Kalbhairavnath Temple, there is another fort called Shreevardhan. The fort has lots of secret tunnels leading to battlements. There is a place called Manranjan behind the temple that gives one a nice view of the plains. Trekkers who want to explore the area can go the base of Manranjan where there are some simple rock-cut caves. Return route is easier to follow; still trekkers are to be careful while getting down from the steep slopes.

How To Get There

By Air

The nearest airport is Pune airport, which is at distance of 70 km from Rajamachi town.Major international airport near to Rajmachi is Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji International airport. 

By Train

The nearest railway station is Lonavala railway station.It is located at a distance of 7 km from Rajmachi.

By Bus

State owned buses connect nearest cities with Rajmachi. buses.        

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Trek Way

Dal Lake In Srinagar,Tour To Dal Lake

Sunset On Dal Lake

Dal Lake, most populated tourist attraction in Srinagar, is renowned for its house boats and Shikaras. Dal Lake appeared and still continues to appear as a subject matter of many poems and articles.

The wonderful scenic lake extending an area of 26 square meters has been partitioned in to four areas by four causeways. Western part of the lake is enchanting with many Islands attracting tourists with its serenity and solitude. The lake is a hub for many water sports including water surfing, swimming, Shikara riding, kayaking, house boating, angling and canoeing. Adventurous tourists as well as the tourists looking for cool, natural secluded atmosphere can venture to this natural wonder.

Attractions

Island of Char Chinar

A famous landmark in Srinagar is an island on Dal Lake where four Chinar (Platanus orientalis) trees stand, named "Char Chinar.

Nagin Lake

Nagin Lake

Nagin Lake, though sometimes referred to as a separate lake, is actually part of Dal Lake, being linked through a causeway which permits only bikers and walkers to enter the lake precincts. The caseway carries the water supply pipeline to the Srinagar city in the east. The lake is bounded by the Shankaracharya hill (Takht-e-Suleiman) on the south and Hari Parbat on the west and is located at the foot of the Zabarwan hills. Willow and poplar trees flank the edges of the lake.

Chashme Shahi

Chashme Shahi, meaning "Royal Spring", is a fresh water spring and garden known for its medicinal properties. Its source located above the Nehru Memorial Park.

Chashme Shahi

It is the smallest of all the Mughal gardens in Srinagar, measuring 108 metres (354 ft) x 38 metres (125 ft) and it has three terraces, an aqueduct, waterfalls and fountains.[32] Ali Mardan Khan built the garden in 1632, and is built in a such a way that the spring water is the source of fountains. From the fountains, water flows along the floor of the pavilion and cascades to a lower terrace over a drop of 5 metres (16 ft) along a polished black stone chute. A small shrine, known as the Chasma Sahibi, is located in the vicinity of the gardens and has a fresh water spring.

Shankaracharya Temple

The sacred Shankaracharya temple, also known as Jyeshteswara, occupies the top of the hills (about 1,000 feet (300 m) above the surrounding Takht-I-Sulaiman plains in the south-east of Srinagar. The site, initially named Gopadri, dates back to 250 BC as a Buddhist monument, probably built by Emperor Ashoka's son Jhaloka. In the 7th century it was replaced by the present temple by King Lalitaditya. The philosopher Shankaracharya is documented as having stayed at this place when he visited Kashmir ten centuries ago to revive Sanātana Dharma.

Hari Parbat

Hari Parbat

Hari Parbat, also known as the Mughal fort, is a hill fort on Sharika hill that provides panoramic views of the Srinagar city and the Dal Lake. It was first established by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1590. However, he only erected the outer wall of the fort and his plans to build a new capital called Naga Nagor within it did not materialise. The fort in its current state was built much later in 1808 under the reign of Shuja Shah Durrani. Within the fort's precincts are temples, Muslim shrines, and a sikh Gurudwara. The hill is the subject of many legends in Hindu mythology, and was said to have once been a large sea, inhabited by a demon known as Jalobhava and that the hill grew from a pebble.

Kashmir houseboat and shikara

Kashmir Houseboat

Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed "floating palaces", built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and measure 24–38 metres (79–125 ft) in length and 3–6 metres (9.8–20 ft) in width and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort.[35] Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boatkeeper and his family

Hazratbal Shrine

Hazratbal Shrine

The Hazratbal Shrine also named Hazratbal, Assar-e-Sharief, Madinat-us-Sani, or simply Dargah Sharif,[38] is a Muslim shrine situated on the left bank of the Dal Lake and is considered to be Kashmir's holiest Muslim shrine.It contains a relic believed by many Kashmiri Muslims to be the Moi-e-Muqqadas, a hair from the head of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. According to legend, the relic was first brought to India by Syed Abdullah, a descendant of Muhammad who left Medina and settled in Bijapur, near Hyderabad in 1635. When Syed Abdullah died, his son, Syed Hamid, inherited the relic.

How To Get There

Srinagar By Air

The nearest airport is Srinagar domestic airport.International travelers get the connecting flights from Delhi International airport.

Srinagar By Train

Jammu is the nearest railway station to Srinagar, which is at a distance of 290 km. 

Srinagar By Bus

Many tourist bus service providers arrange deluxe luxurious bus package tours from many neighboring cities to Srinagar. Srinagar is well connected to Chnadigarh (630 km), Jammu (290 km), Delhi (876 km).

Best season is To Visit

 April to October.

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Shikara on Dal Lake

House boat on Dal lake

Char Chinar

Rishikesh White Water Rafting,Adventure Activities In India

Water Rafting

Rishikesh has become a main centre of white water rafting in North India. River Rafting is riding  on the torrential river on an inflatable rubber boat. It's an adventure sport best enjoyed with professional rafters  and trainers staying at a white sand beach next to the river.