The country’s largest and most popular inland salt lake is Sambhar Salt Lake. Located in the Thar Desert, this natural beauty is definitely a sight of marvel in a desolate and barren sandy expanse. The lake is bowl-shaped and is on the southwest s
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As one of the largest beaches in north Goa with unbroken coastline, Calangute has always been able to catch the fancy of millions of travelers who have visited Goa over the past few decades. As a matter of fact, the beach has always found special po
The rains have settled, and the weather is just perfect for visitors especially in September. That’s why this is the month so popular for travellers who don’t want to get stuck during the busy wedding-Christmas season of November and December. Septe
Mysore, erstwhile capital of the Mysore maharajas, is the cultural capital and second biggest city of India's Karnataka state. Mysore is one of the top places to experience Karnataka tourism and also one of the famous tourist destinations in all of
Delhi, the national capital and Mumbai, the financial capital of India constitute of their own distinguished culture, lifestyle and tribe. The cities are similar in some respects, yet differ entirely in some others. If you’re a Mumbaikar, you’re ent
A travel writer who specializes in gastronomy reveals how he maintains his weight and health, despite overindulging on trips and in restaurants
I first learned about Ayurveda -- India’s ancient, holistic system of medicine -- at a weekend seminar
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Dehradun is one among the many places in India where the British left an impression with their distinctive architectural sites and institutions. The scenic city nestled impressively in the mountain ranges of the Himalayas may be best known for the
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Rajasthan is not just the largest state in India, but also the one that's home to some of the country's most compelling destinations, popular among tourists both domestic and international. There's has a magical feel and romantic touch lent here by
Who says you have to travel far and wide, all the way to the Swiss Alps to enjoy the scenic hills and valleys and lush greenery? Because, we have it all here, in one corner of the scenic Chamba Valley of Himachal. A small grassland with velvety slo
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Lonavala (aka Lonavla) is a fascinating hill station in the Pune district of Maharashtra State, about an hour inland from Mumbai/Bombay. Separating the Deccan Plateau and the Konkan coast, Lonavala is a very popular monsoon destination for Indian
This enormous country boasts many historic cities, including Lucknow, Amritsar, Jaipur, and of course capital New Delhi. But Ahmedabad (pop. 5.6 million) in the western Indian state of Gujarat is a standout for any history buff, with its renowned Is
Gokarna is a small town situated in Karnataka state along the west coast of India. Home to the famous Mahabaleshwar Temple, Gokarna is one of the renowned places of pilgrimage in Karnataka. Apart from being a religious town, Gokarna is also known fo
Tucked between West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh, the state of Odisha (erstwhile Orissa) is dotted with temples and religious sites, where pilgrims flock from around the country. From the sacred Jagannath Temple of Puri to the magnificent Parsvanath
Read more…Mahabaleshwar is a charming hill station located in Satara district of Maharashtra. At an altitude of 1,353 metres in the Western Ghats range, Mahabaleshwar is known for its fascinating beauty, ancient temples, gorgeous waterfalls, misty hills, and
Read more…Interested in exploring off-the-beaten-path India? One place that should be on your list is the city and surrounding area of Baramati, in Maharashtra state, five hours east of Mumbai (Bombay) and two hours from Pune. Located on the banks of the Ka
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Kerala, dubbed by Indians "God’s own country," is blessed with some of the best tourist destinations in India for any kind of holiday. The scenic hill stations, enchanting backwaters, cascading waterfalls, sandy beaches and exotic wildlife are its t
Jaipur is one of the biggest tourist attractions in north India and part of the Golden Triangle, which also includes Agra and New Delhi. It is the capital of the state of Rajasthan and often referred to as the 'Pink City' because of the distinctive
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Most people in India have visited the holy site of Tirupati at least once during their lifetime on a pilgrimage, to seek blessings or just to be in awe of the architecture. Located in the state of Andhra Pradesh, Tirupati is home to the Tirumala Ven
The cultural capital of India's northern Karnataka state, this ancient city of just over a million people is packed with both colonial an royal history, famous for its magnificent palaces, beautiful gardens and exceptional architecture.
