Hotel - Blogs - Tripatini2024-03-28T08:51:51Zhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/HotelSecrets of Staying at an Exquisite Boutique Hotel in Florencehttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/secrets-of-staying-at-an-exquisite-boutique-hotel-in-florence2023-02-22T17:45:01.000Z2023-02-22T17:45:01.000ZSudarsan Chakrabortyhttps://tripatini.com/members/SudarsanChakraborty<div><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10971532056?profile=RESIZE_400x&width=400"></div><div><p>Florence is home to some of the most luxurious boutique hotels in Italy. These exclusive hotspots offer guests a unique and intimate experience that they won't find anywhere else. From family-run properties with a personalized touch to 5-star luxury experiences set within historic architecture, there are many reasons why Florence's boutique hotels are some of the most sought-after stays in the city.</p><p>Many of these hotels also boast exceptional onsite dining options, from Italian classics served al fresco to Michelin-starred restaurants with wine cellars full of local and international vintages. Guests will also have access to top amenities like spa services, fitness centers, and private terraces or gardens for an extra special stay.</p><p>Plus, these properties often provide unparalleled service and advice on must-see attractions in the area that can't be found online or in guidebooks. With so much charm and character around every corner, it's easy to see why travelers keep coming back to these exquisite boutique hotels time after time.</p><h2>History: Timeless Culture & Architecture</h2><p>The Italian Renaissance left its mark in Florence, Italy. While staying at a boutique hotel in Florence, travelers can explore the timeless culture and architecture of the city. They can admire the magnificent works of art by Michelangelo and other renowned artists still standing in churches and public squares throughout the city. Also, they can visit world-famous museums to observe a collection of priceless artifacts from centuries past.</p><p>The streets of Florence are filled with classic buildings from various eras, including Gothic, Romanesque, and Medieval styles. From grandiose cathedrals to narrow alleyways lined with dimly lit cafes, visitors can take a step back in time as they marvel at these ancient structures. Furthermore, travelers will be able to gain an appreciation for Italian culture by interacting with locals or attending one of the many festivals held around town throughout the year, such as Calcio Fiorentino – an Italian version of soccer that dates back to 1530!</p><h2>Accommodations: Luxury Features</h2><p>Some of the most luxurious features offered at a <a href="https://www.brunelleschihotelflorence.com/">boutique hotel in Florence, Italy</a>, include grand suites with marble bathrooms and fireplaces. These opulent spaces provide guests with a breathtaking view of the city’s monuments and skyline. Suites also come equipped with plush furnishings, high-end entertainment systems, wet bars, and private balconies where guests can enjoy a romantic evening or breakfast outdoors.</p><p>Many of these hotels also have spa facilities, with steam rooms, saunas, hot tubs, and massage services, to ensure that each guest is indulged in total comfort and relaxation. Fine dining is another important feature at many boutique hotels in Florence; some may even offer complimentary meals or drinks to their guests throughout their stay. And for those looking for more than just luxurious accommodations during their stay in Florence, many hotels can arrange limousine transport and special tours around town so that visitors can experience all this vibrant city has to offer.</p><h2>Dining: Savoring the Local Cuisine</h2><p>When staying at a boutique hotel in Florence, savoring the local cuisine is an absolute must. The city is renowned for its delicious food and traditional Italian dishes. Many restaurants near the hotel offer exquisite meals featuring fresh ingredients from the surrounding Tuscan countryside. It's hard to beat the taste of freshly-caught seafood from the Mediterranean coast or homemade pasta with olive oil and tomatoes straight from the fields.</p><p>From classic Italian favorites like <a href="https://www.eataly.com/us_en/magazine/culture/types-of-italian-pizza/">pizza</a> and spaghetti alla carbonara to local specialties like lampredotto and ribollita, there’s something for everyone to enjoy within walking distance of your boutique hotel in Florence. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can also find experimental dishes crafted by talented chefs using creative combinations of flavors and textures. No matter what type of dining experience you seek, there are endless options nearby that will tantalize your taste buds while giving you an authentic flavor of Italy.</p></div>Destinations in India For Vacayhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/destinations-in-india-for-vacay2022-06-01T12:04:33.000Z2022-06-01T12:04:33.000ZHappyEasyGohttps://tripatini.com/members/HappyEasyGo<div><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10529384455?profile=RESIZE_400x&width=400"></div><div><p>India offers various destinations to spend a good quality vacation. You can find amazing facts about the different cultures and traditions in other places. The natural environment of these places is so welcoming and calming. These places provide you best ambience and surroundings to get a refresh. You can find all sorts of things as per your comfort zones like local transportation, accommodations and eating houses to explore the cities and enjoy. These vacation destinations offer you so many reasons to make a trip and visit them. Find the list of top five destinations below to plan your next trip:</p><p><span style="font-size:14pt;">Delhi</span></p><p>Delhi is the Capital City that gives you a mixed culture, rich history, fabulous food and whatnot. It has several tourist attractions like monuments, forts and heritage sites. This is one of the best places to enjoy the nightlife, and you can go on long drives, candlelight dinners and soon. You can find delicious food and street snack items in the hub of the eating house. The liveliness and vibrant life of the city will make it a holiday destination.</p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:14pt;">Goa</span></p><p>It is the place that offers you so many reasons to consider it the best place to spend your vacay. The environment is healthy and good enough to explore the city, and you can find several points to have a picturesque view. The town's main attractions are Arjuna Beach, Dudhsagar Falls, Baga Beach, Diver Island, BOM Jesus Church, and Chapora Fort. There are best shopping areas, and eating points are available at reasonable rates. The life of Goans is easygoing, and people follow their beliefs for customs and traditions.</p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:14pt;">Amritsar</span></p><p>The culture and natives of Amritsar belong to Sikh and Punjabi religions. It is considered the pilgrimage and holiest destination; people come from various places to bow down their heads in the feet of God to take blessings. Native people follow the rituals and customs righteously and believe in equality and humanity. Golden Temple, Waga Border, Partition Museum, Jallianwala Bagh and Baba Atal Tower are some known attractions out there to visit on your Amritsar trip.</p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:14pt;">Nainital</span></p><p>It is a fantastic example of beauty and peace together, and this place is lovely for any tourist. If you are looking for an affordable trip full of adventure and fun, then it’s a place for you guys. You can find several attractions that give you a soothing and pleasant environment to enjoy. It is the most popular place amongst the people for its natural beauty.</p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:14pt;">Rishikesh</span></p><p>If you are an adventure lover, it's a place for you, and this offers you a lot of adventure and fun to enjoy your trip. River rafting, camping, bungee jumping, flying fox and cliff jumping are adventurous activities available there to have fun.</p><p>These are the dentitions that will make you pack your bags and book your <a href="https://www.happyeasygo.com/flight/" target="_blank">flight tickets</a> and hotels. You will get good memories to cherish for your lifetime. Just visit the HappyEasyGo website to find the best offer deals for flight and <a href="https://www.happyeasygo.com/hotel/" target="_blank">hotel bookings</a>.</p></div>HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA by Kyoto Tokyu Opens in Kyotohttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/hotel-higashiyama-by-kyoto-tokyu-opens-in-kyoto2022-03-21T15:02:05.000Z2022-03-21T15:02:05.000ZMarian Goldberghttps://tripatini.com/members/MarianGoldberg<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}10225587458,RESIZE_1200x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}10225587458,RESIZE_710x{{/staticFileLink}}" width="710" alt="10225587458?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p><p>For more than 1,200 years since the emperor Kanmu moved the capital from Nara, Kyoto has been Japan’s center of culture, art, and cuisine. The Higashiyama ward especially, is home to a plethora of national treasures, temples, shrines, and historic districts. These include <a href="https://www.kiyomizudera.or.jp/en/" target="_blank">Kiyomizudera</a>, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and <a href="https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3902.html" target="_blank">Gion</a>, an entertainment district famous for its Geisha. Also, Higashiyama ward is surrounded by the Higashiyama mountains and the Kamo river, where visitors can stroll and take in the seasonal beauty of nature.</p><p><strong>THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA by Kyoto Tokyu Hotel is scheduled to open July 7, 2022.</strong></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/HpT3qKy_DrE" target="_blank">Watch the Video</a></strong></span></p><p>The hotel is situated in a prime location, concentrated with cultural and artistic facilities, including <a href="https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3928.html" target="_blank">Chion-in temple</a>, <a href="https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3904.html" target="_blank">Heian Shrine</a> and the national and city museums. The hotel is ideal for leisure travelers seeking accommodations with a traditional Japanese aesthetic and ambiance.</p><p>All rooms are arranged around a central courtyard, allowing guests to view the Japanese garden from the comfort of their rooms. Since this area was once home to a tea plantation, all guestrooms are equipped with a unique "tea box," featuring a set of uniquely produced, authentic tea utensils. With these, guests can experience a part of Japanese tea culture when they brew their own Japanese tea.</p><p>Built on the foundation of a primary school, the new Kyoto Tokyu Hotel features an outdoor foot spa, a 78-seat restaurant and bar, an elegant tea bar, and three private baths, available for relaxing and unwinding after a long day of touring.<a href="{{#staticFileLink}}10226296694,RESIZE_1200x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}10226296694,RESIZE_710x{{/staticFileLink}}" width="710" alt="10226296694?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p><p><strong>Hotel Room Facts:</strong></p><p>Total Number of Guestrooms: 168 rooms </p><p>*Doubles: 81 rooms</p><p>*Twins: 80 rooms</p><p>*Suites: 7 rooms</p><p> </p><p><strong>Rates: </strong></p><p>Single occupancy: from ¥14,000 with breakfast and service charge included</p><p>Double occupancy: from ¥20,000 with breakfast and service charge included.</p><p>Taxes are additional</p><p> </p><p><strong>Inquiries:</strong></p><p>EMAIL: <a href="mailto:higashiyama-h.mk@tokyuhotels.co.jp">higashiyama-h.mk@tokyuhotels.co.jp</a></p><p>TEL: +81-075-341-2655</p><p>WEBSITE: <a href="https://www.tokyuhotels.co.jp/information/82177/">https://www.tokyuhotels.co.jp/information/82177/</a> </p><p> </p><p><strong>THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA by Kyoto Tokyu Hotel</strong></p><p>175-2 Ebisu-cho, 3-Chome, Shirakawabashi Higashi-iru, Sanjodori, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City</p><p> </p><p><strong>Access from Tokyo</strong></p><p><span style="font-size:10pt;">2 hours 15 minutes by Nozomi or 2 hours 45 minutes by Hikari Shinkansen Bullet Train from Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station. From Kyoto Station: About 20 minutes by taxi</span><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}10226302496,RESIZE_400x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}10226302496,RESIZE_400x{{/staticFileLink}}" width="384" alt="10226302496?profile=RESIZE_400x" /></a></p></div>Why Should You Travel to North Goa ?https://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/why-travel-north-goa-india2021-10-12T05:57:58.000Z2021-10-12T05:57:58.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p>North Goa is one of the two districts that make up the state of Goa in India. The district has an area of 1736 km², and is bounded by Kolhapur district and Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra state to the north and by Belgaum district of Karnataka to the east, by South Goa district to the south, and by the Arabian Sea to the west.</p><p>Portuguese in Goa (1510-1961)<br /> Advent of Portuguese (1498)<br /> Lured by the thrill of discovery and goaded by the prospect of seeking Christians and spices Portugal embarked on perilous voyages to the Orient which culminated in Bartholomew Dias’ trip around the Cape of Good Hope. This spectacular breakthrough opened new vistas. A decade later Vasco Da Gama set off eastwards and in 1498 landed in Calicut and broke the Arab monopoly of trade.</p><p>Estado Da India (1510)<br /> Fired with the dream of establishing an Eastern Empire for Portugal, Afonso De Albuquerque, Governor-General of Goa, set to acquire strategic centers also the trade route. At the invitation of the Admiral of the Vijayanagar’s fleet, he occupied Goa with little initial opposition. Though temporarily routed, he triumphantly regained possession of the city on 25 November 1510, and kneeling in the public square he dedicated Goa to St. Catherine whose feast was on that day.</p><p>In 1530 Goa became the capital of the Portuguese Empire in the East and mistress of the sea from the Cape of Good Hope to the China Sea.</p><p>St. Francis Xavier (1542-1552)<br /> The arrival in 1542 of a young Spanish nobleman turned Jesuit, with a brilliant background of academic learning, created an impact that was tremendous. His compassion for the weak and the downtrodden, his dynamic zeal and his innate holiness edified many. Two years after his death in 1552, the incorrupt body of the saint was enshrined in Goa. It continued to attract pilgrims from all over the world even to this day.</p><p>India's first printing press (1556)<br /> The first printing press of moveable types in the whole of India printed Doutrina Christa written by Francis Xavier & Garcia de Orta called Colloquios Dos Simples Drogos Medicinais and an early work of the poet Luis De Camoes entitled Os Disparates Da India.</p><p>Indian Incersions (1946-1961)<br /> Jai Hind Movement (1946)<br /> To intensify the flickering torch of freedom, the Indian Socialist leader, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, courted arrest on 18 June 1946 by defiantly addressing a mammoth meeting in Goa.</p><p>In August 1946, at Londa on the border, a mass meeting of Goan nationalist workers charted out a plan of non-violent action. To express the peoples’s longing for freedom, satyagrahas were launched till the year ended in different parts of the Portuguese enclaves and resulted in 1500 Goans being imprisoned and the ring leaders deported.</p><p>Goa Action Committee (1953)<br /> After the French withdrawal from India, a futile attempt was made by the Government of India to negotiate with Portugal for a peaceful transfer of its possession to the Indian Union. Consequently, the Goa Action Committee was formed in Bombay to awaken sympathy for its cause within the country and abroad.</p><p>Operation Vijaya (1961)<br /> In 1958 all parties amalgamated under the banner of Goan Political Convention presided over by Professor Aloysius Soares.</p><p>In a carefully planned action by Armed forces, the Government of India entered Goa. Scant resistance was offered and on December 1961 with hardly any bloodshed, Goa was liberated from the Portuguese to remove the last vestiges of foreign domination in India.</p><p><br /> Tourism</p><p>North Goa is known for its beaches, which include Anjuna Beach, Candolim Beach, Mandrem Beach, Calangute Beach, Morjim Beach, and Arambol Beach. Other tourist sites include Fort Aguada, The church of Mae De Deus and the temple of Boghdeshwara. Chorao, Divar Island are islands of North Goa which are accessible via a ferry crossing.<br /> <a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Andaman" target="_blank">Cheap Andaman Tour Packages</a><br /> <a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Kashmir" target="_blank">Cheap Kashmir Tour Packages</a><br /> <a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Goa" target="_blank">Cheap Goa Tour Packages</a></p></div>Top 9 Tourist places In Andaman & Nicobarhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/top-9-tourist-places-in-andaman-amp-nicobar2021-09-17T06:22:10.000Z2021-09-17T06:22:10.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p>01.Havelock Island</p><p>Havelock Island, officially Swaraj Island, is one of the largest islands in Ritchie's Archipelago, to the east of Great Andaman within the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the South Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The island is 41 km (25 mi) northeast of the capital city, Port Blair.</p><p>Radhanagar Beach on the western coast, also known as Number 7 Beach, is one of the most popular beaches on Havelock and was named "Best Beach in Asia" by Time in 2004. Radhanagar beach also bagged the prestigious blue flag certification in 2020. A Blue Flag beach is an eco-tourism model endeavouring to provide the tourists or beachgoers clean and hygienic bathing water, facilities, safe and healthy environment. Other notable beaches include Elephant Beach on the northwest coast and Vijay Nagar Beach (No. 5), Beach No. 3 and Beach No. 1 on the east coast. Kalapathar is another famous beach.</p><p>To reach Elephant beach one needs to take a boat from Havelock Island jetty. Another way to reach Elephant beach is via trekking. The major 3 beaches at Havelock Island are namely Radhanagar Beach, Elephant Beach and Kalapathar beach.</p><p>2. Neil island</p><p>Shaheed Dweep, formerly known as Neill Island, is an island of the Andaman Islands, located in Ritchie's Archipelago. It belongs to the South Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. the island lies 36 km (22 mi) northeast from Port Blair.</p><p>Despite its minuscule tourist infrastructure, an increasing number of tourists have chosen to stay at Shaheed Dweep instead of neighboring Swaraj Dweep. There are a handful of restaurants and basic beach hotels that cater to international and domestic tourists.</p><p>Some notable places to visit in Neil Island are, Bharatpur Beach, Laxmanpur Beach, Sitapur Beach, and Natural Bridge. Some people also like to visit the Ramnagar Beach, also known as the Sunset Beach. Water Sports Activities are only available in Bharatpur Beach. Rest of the attractions are only for sightseeing.</p><p>Shaheed Dweep can be explored by renting a two-wheeler, cycle or by hiring private cabs. Currently, no self drive vehicles are available at Shaheed Dweep. Activities such as boat scuba diving, snorkelling, glass bottom boat rides are available at Shaheed Dweep. Limited ferry are available from Port Blair to Shaheed Dweep. Its is recommended to reach Swaraj Dweep before coming to Shaheed Dweep for better connectivity.</p><p>3. Ross Island</p><p>Ross Island, Port Blair is in the Andaman Islands of India. This Island the erstwhile capital for the most of Andaman Islands from 1858 until an earthquake in 1941. Netaji Subhash Chand Bose Island was also the base for the British Administrator of the penal colony in Port Blair.In 1941, the Japanese converted the site into POW camp, and built war installations, remnants of which can still be seen. It now lies deserted, and the few signs of its colonial glory, such as the Chief Commissioner's house and the Presbyterian church, are dilapidated and overgrown. The area is now under the control of Indian Navy.</p><p>4. North Bay Island</p><p>North Andaman Island is the northern island of Great Andaman of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the North and Middle Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. the island is lying 137 km (85 mi) north from Port Blair.</p><p>5.Baratang Island</p><p>Baratang Island is an island of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the North and Middle Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The island lies 150 km (93 mi) north of Port Blair.</p><p>6.Viper Island</p><p>Viper Island is an island of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the South Andaman district of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.</p><p>The island lies 4 km (2 mi) west of Port Blair.</p><p>Viper Island is a serene beautiful tourist destination situated near Port Blair's harbour, and can be approached in 20 minutes from the Phoenix Bay jetty. The Harbor Cruise, available daily from the jetty, provides an overall view of different points of the harbor and a trip to this haunted Viper Island. This place is visited by number of tourists as it has multiple attractions with historical importance and also has mesmerizing picnic spots with natural picturesque environments</p><p>7.Rutland Island</p><p>Rutland Island is an island of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the South Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.the island lies 20 km (12 mi) south from Port Blair.</p><p>Please visit for<a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/" target="_blank">Best Tour & Travel Company in Delhi, India</a><br /><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Andaman" target="_blank">Cheap Andaman Tour Packages</a></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/International/Maldives" target="_blank">Cheap Maldives Tour Packages</a></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Ladakh" target="_blank">Cheap Leh Ladakh Tour Packages</a></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Kashmir" target="_blank">Best Cheap Kashmir Tour Packages</a></p><p><br />Thanks.</p><p>8.Mount Harriet National Park</p><p>Mount Harriet National Park is a national park located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands union territory of India. The park, established in 1969, covers about 4.62 km2 (18.00 mi2).[1] Mount Harriet (383 metres (1,257 ft)[2]), which is part of the park, is the third-highest peak in the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago next to Saddle Peak (732 metres (2,402 ft)) in North Andaman and Mount Thullier (568 metres (1,864 ft)) in Great Nicobar.</p><p>The picture on the back side of ₹ 20 note is taken from Mount Harriet National Park. The park is named in commemoration of Harriet C. Tytler, the second wife of Robert Christopher Tytler, a British army officer, an administrator, naturalist and photographer, who was appointed Superintendent of the Convict Settlement at Port Blair in the Andamans from April 1862 to February 1864.[4] Harriet is remembered for her work in documenting the monuments of Delhi and for her notes at the time of the Revolt of 1857 in India.</p><p>The park's well-known faunal species are Andaman wild pigs (an endangered species), saltwater crocodiles, turtles and robber crabs. The park is also a butterfly hotspot.</p><p>9.Diglipur</p><p>Diglipur (sometimes spelled Diglipore) is the largest town of North Andaman Island, in the Andaman Archipelago, India. It is located on the southern side of Aerial Bay, at 43 metres (141 feet) above sea level, 298 kilometres (185 miles) north of Port Blair. It is crossed by the Kalpong River, the only river of the Andaman islands. Saddle Peak, the highest point in the archipelago,[1] lies about 10 km to the south. Diglipur is also a county (tehsil) of the North and Middle Andaman District of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands union territory. Its area is 884 km2, and its population was 42,877 people as of 2001|.</p></div>History Of Port Blairhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/history-of-port-blair2021-09-29T05:28:47.000Z2021-09-29T05:28:47.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><span>Modern history</span></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><span>In 1789 the Government of Bengal established a penal colony on Chatham Island in the southeast bay of Great Andaman, named Port Blair in the honour of Archibald Blair of the East India Company. After two years, the colony moved to the northeast part of Great Andaman and was named Port Cornwallis after Admiral William Cornwallis. However, there was much disease and death in the penal colony, and the government ceased operating it in May 1796.</span></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><span>In 1824 Port Cornwallis was the rendezvous of the fleet carrying the army to the First Anglo-Burmese War. In the 1830s and 1840s, shipwrecked crews who landed on the Andamans were often attacked and killed by the natives, alarming the British government. In 1855, the government proposed another settlement on the islands, including a convict establishment, but the Indian Rebellion forced a delay in its construction.</span></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><span>However, since the rebellion provided the British with a lot of new prisoners, it made the new Andaman settlement and prison an urgent necessity. Construction began in November 1857 at the renovated Port Blair, avoiding the vicinity of a salt swamp which seemed to have been the source of many of the old colony's problems. The penal colony was originally on Viper Island. The convicts, mostly political prisoners, suffered life imprisonment at hard labour under cruel and degrading conditions. Many were hanged, while others died of disease and starvation. Between 1864 and 1867 a penal establishment was also built with convict labour on the northern side of Ross Island. These structures now lie in ruins.</span></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><span>As the Indian freedom movement continued to grow in the late 19th century, the enormous Cellular Jail was constructed between 1896 and 1906 to house Indian convicts, mostly political prisoners, in solitary confinement. The Cellular Jail is also known as Kala Pani (translated as "Black Waters"), a name given to it due to the torture and general ill-treatment towards its Indian convicts.</span></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><span>The airport at Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar's capital, has been named Veer Savarkar International Airport. The commemorative blue plaque on India House fixed by the Historic Building and Monuments Commission for England reads "Vinayak Damodar Savarkar 1883–1966 Indian patriot and philosopher lived here."</span></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><span>In World War II the islands were occupied by the Japanese on 23 March 1942 without opposition from the garrison. British forces returned to the islands in October 1945.</span></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><span>From 1943–44 during World War II, Port Blair served as the headquarters of the Azad Hind government under Subhas Chandra Bose.</span></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><span>Although affected by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, Port Blair survived sufficiently to act as a base for relief efforts in the islands.</span></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><span>Pre-history</span></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><span>The indigenous inhabitants are the Andamenese. Radiocarbon dating studies of the kitchen refuse dumps from the mounds excavated by the Anthropological Survey of India at Choladari near Port Blair indicate human occupation for at least 2,000 years, [better source needed] although they are likely to have diverged from the inhabitants of the mainland significantly earlier.</span></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Andaman" target="_blank">Cheap Andaman Tour Packages</a></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Kashmir" target="_blank">Cheap Kashmir Tour Packages</a></p><p class="css-1p1gtan-Node"><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Goa" target="_blank">Cheap Goa Tour Packages</a></p></div>Why we should travel Port Blair?https://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/why-we-should-travel-port-blair2021-09-29T05:15:19.000Z2021-09-29T05:15:19.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p>Port Blair is the capital city of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a union territory of India in the Bay of Bengal. It is also the local administrative sub-division of the islands, the headquarters for the district of South Andaman and is the territory's only notified town.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9622965885,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}9622965885,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="9622965885?profile=original" /></a></p><p>Port Blair serves as the entry point for visiting the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Port Blair is connected with mainland India by both air and sea. It is a 2-to-3-hour flight from mainland India to Port Blair's Veer Savarkar International Airport, and 3–4 days by sea to reach Kolkata, Chennai, or Visakhapatnam from Haddo Wharf in Port Blair. It is home to several museums and a major naval base INS Jarawa of the Indian Navy, along with sea and air bases of the Indian Coast Guard, Andaman and Nicobar Police, Andaman and Nicobar Command, the first integrated tri-command of the Indian Armed Forces and the Indian Air Force.[4]</p><p>Port Blair is also famous for the historic Cellular Jail and other small islands like Corbyn's Cove, Wandoor, Ross Island, Viper Island etc. which were once home to British colonists. Port Blair has been selected as one of the cities to be developed as a smart city under the Smart Cities Mission.<br />Port Blair has a tropical monsoon climate (Köppen climate classification Am), with little variation in average temperature and large amounts of precipitation throughout the year. All months except January, February and March receive substantial rainfall.</p><p>Climate of Port Blair<br />Port Blair has a tropical monsoon climate , with little variation in average temperature and large amounts of precipitation throughout the year. All months except January, February and March receive substantial rainfall.</p><p>In 1789 the Government of Bengal established a penal colony on Chatham Island in the southeast bay of Great Andaman, named Port Blair in the honour of Archibald Blair of the East India Company. After two years, the colony moved to the northeast part of Great Andaman and was named Port Cornwallis after Admiral William Cornwallis. However, there was much disease and death in the penal colony, and the government ceased operating it in May 1796.</p><p>In 1824 Port Cornwallis was the rendezvous of the fleet carrying the army to the First Anglo-Burmese War. In the 1830s and 1840s, shipwrecked crews who landed on the Andamans were often attacked and killed by the natives, alarming the British government. In 1855, the government proposed another settlement on the islands, including a convict establishment, but the Indian Rebellion forced a delay in its construction.</p><p>However, since the rebellion provided the British with a lot of new prisoners, it made the new Andaman settlement and prison an urgent necessity. Construction began in November 1857 at the renovated Port Blair, avoiding the vicinity of a salt swamp which seemed to have been the source of many of the old colony's problems. The penal colony was originally on Viper Island. The convicts, mostly political prisoners, suffered life imprisonment at hard labour under cruel and degrading conditions. Many were hanged, while others died of disease and starvation. Between 1864 and 1867 a penal establishment was also built with convict labour on the northern side of Ross Island. These structures now lie in ruins.</p><p>As the Indian freedom movement continued to grow in the late 19th century, the enormous Cellular Jail was constructed between 1896 and 1906 to house Indian convicts, mostly political prisoners, in solitary confinement. The Cellular Jail is also known as Kala Pani (translated as "Black Waters"), a name given to it due to the torture and general ill-treatment towards its Indian convicts.</p><p>The airport at Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar's capital, has been named Veer Savarkar International Airport. The commemorative blue plaque on India House fixed by the Historic Building and Monuments Commission for England reads "Vinayak Damodar Savarkar 1883–1966 Indian patriot and philosopher lived here."</p><p>In World War II the islands were occupied by the Japanese on 23 March 1942 without opposition from the garrison. British forces returned to the islands in October 1945.</p><p>From 1943–44 during World War II, Port Blair served as the headquarters of the Azad Hind government under Subhas Chandra Bose.</p><p>Although affected by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, Port Blair survived sufficiently to act as a base for relief efforts in the islands.</p><p class="graf graf--p"><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Andaman" target="_blank">Cheap Andaman Tour Package</a></p><p class="graf graf--p"><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Goa" target="_blank">Cheap Goa Tour Package</a></p><p class="graf graf--p"><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Kashmir" target="_blank">Cheap Kashmir Tour Package</a></p><p></p></div>North Goa Tourhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/north-goa-tour2021-09-21T05:35:23.000Z2021-09-21T05:35:23.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p>North Goa is one of the two districts that make up the state of Goa in India. The district has an area of 1736 km², and is bounded by Kolhapur district and Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra state to the north and by Belgaum district of Karnataka to the east, by South Goa district to the south, and by the Arabian Sea to the west.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9604975289,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}9604975289,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="9604975289?profile=original" /></a></p><h3><b>Portuguese in Goa (1510-1961)</b></h3><p><b>Advent of Portuguese (1498)</b></p><p>Lured by the thrill of discovery and goaded by the prospect of seeking Christians and spices Portugal embarked on perilous voyages to the Orient which culminated in Bartholomew Dias’ trip around the Cape of Good Hope. This spectacular breakthrough opened new vistas. A decade later Vasco Da Gama set off eastwards and in 1498 landed in Calicut and broke the Arab monopoly of trade.</p><p><b>Estado Da India (1510)</b></p><p>Fired with the dream of establishing an Eastern Empire for Portugal, Afonso De Albuquerque, Governor-General of Goa, set to acquire strategic centers also the trade route. At the invitation of the Admiral of the Vijayanagar’s fleet, he occupied Goa with little initial opposition. Though temporarily routed, he triumphantly regained possession of the city on 25 November 1510, and kneeling in the public square he dedicated Goa to St. Catherine whose feast was on that day.</p><p>In 1530 Goa became the capital of the Portuguese Empire in the East and mistress of the sea from the Cape of Good Hope to the China Sea.</p><p><b>St. Francis Xavier (1542-1552)</b></p><p>The arrival in 1542 of a young Spanish nobleman turned Jesuit, with a brilliant background of academic learning, created an impact that was tremendous. His compassion for the weak and the downtrodden, his dynamic zeal and his innate holiness edified many. Two years after his death in 1552, the incorrupt body of the saint was enshrined in Goa. It continued to attract pilgrims from all over the world even to this day.</p><p><b>India's first printing press (1556)</b></p><p>The first printing press of moveable types in the whole of India printed Doutrina Christa written by Francis Xavier & Garcia de Orta called Colloquios Dos Simples Drogos Medicinais and an early work of the poet Luis De Camoes entitled Os Disparates Da India.</p><h3><b>Indian Incersions (1946-1961)</b></h3><p><b>Jai Hind Movement (1946)</b></p><p>To intensify the flickering torch of freedom, the Indian Socialist leader, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, courted arrest on 18 June 1946 by defiantly addressing a mammoth meeting in Goa.</p><p>In August 1946, at Londa on the border, a mass meeting of Goan nationalist workers charted out a plan of non-violent action. To express the peoples’s longing for freedom, satyagrahas were launched till the year ended in different parts of the Portuguese enclaves and resulted in 1500 Goans being imprisoned and the ring leaders deported.</p><p><b>Goa Action Committee (1953)</b></p><p>After the French withdrawal from India, a futile attempt was made by the Government of India to negotiate with Portugal for a peaceful transfer of its possession to the Indian Union. Consequently, the Goa Action Committee was formed in Bombay to awaken sympathy for its cause within the country and abroad.</p><p><b>Operation Vijaya (1961)</b></p><p>In 1958 all parties amalgamated under the banner of Goan Political Convention presided over by Professor Aloysius Soares.</p><p>In a carefully planned action by Armed forces, the Government of India entered Goa. Scant resistance was offered and on December 1961 with hardly any bloodshed, Goa was liberated from the Portuguese to remove the last vestiges of foreign domination in India.</p><p><b>Tourism</b></p><p>North Goa is known for its beaches, which include Anjuna Beach, Candolim Beach, Mandrem Beach, Calangute Beach, Morjim Beach, and Arambol Beach. Other tourist sites include Fort Aguada, The church of Mae De Deus and the temple of Boghdeshwara. Chorao, Divar Island are islands of North Goa which are accessible via a ferry crossing.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9604974854,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}9604974854,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="9604974854?profile=original" /></a></p><p>Some Travel Agency in Goa : - Please visit for <a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/" target="_blank">Best Tour & Travel Company in Delhi</a>, India</p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Goa" target="_blank">Best Cheap Goa Tour Packages</a></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Andaman" target="_blank">Cheap Andaman Tour Packages</a></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Kashmir" target="_blank">Best Cheap Kashmir Tour Packages</a></p><p></p></div>Key Spots in India's Andaman Islands & Nicobarhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/andaman-islands-nicobar-india2021-09-17T11:30:00.000Z2021-09-17T11:30:00.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9604974077,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}9604974077,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="9604974077?profile=original" /></a></p><p></p><p>Havelock Island, officially Swaraj Island, is one of the largest islands in Ritchie's Archipelago, to the east of Great Andaman within the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the South Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The island is 41 km (25 mi) northeast of the capital city, Port Blair.</p><p>Radhanagar Beach on the western coast, also known as Number 7 Beach, is one of the most popular beaches on Havelock and was named "Best Beach in Asia" by Time in 2004. Radhanagar beach also bagged the prestigious blue flag certification in 2020. A Blue Flag beach is an eco-tourism model endeavouring to provide the tourists or beachgoers clean and hygienic bathing water, facilities, safe and healthy environment. Other notable beaches include Elephant Beach on the northwest coast and Vijay Nagar Beach (No. 5), Beach No. 3 and Beach No. 1 on the east coast. Kalapathar is another famous beach.</p><p>To reach Elephant beach one needs to take a boat from Havelock Island jetty. Another way to reach Elephant beach is via trekking. The major 3 beaches at Havelock Island are namely Radhanagar Beach, Elephant Beach and Kalapathar beach.</p><p>2. Neil island</p><p>Shaheed Dweep, formerly known as Neill Island, is an island of the Andaman Islands, located in Ritchie's Archipelago. It belongs to the South Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. the island lies 36 km (22 mi) northeast from Port Blair.</p><p>Despite its minuscule tourist infrastructure, an increasing number of tourists have chosen to stay at Shaheed Dweep instead of neighboring Swaraj Dweep. There are a handful of restaurants and basic beach hotels that cater to international and domestic tourists.</p><p>Some notable places to visit in Neil Island are, Bharatpur Beach, Laxmanpur Beach, Sitapur Beach, and Natural Bridge. Some people also like to visit the Ramnagar Beach, also known as the Sunset Beach. Water Sports Activities are only available in Bharatpur Beach. Rest of the attractions are only for sightseeing.</p><p>Shaheed Dweep can be explored by renting a two-wheeler, cycle or by hiring private cabs. Currently, no self drive vehicles are available at Shaheed Dweep. Activities such as boat scuba diving, snorkelling, glass bottom boat rides are available at Shaheed Dweep. Limited ferry are available from Port Blair to Shaheed Dweep. Its is recommended to reach Swaraj Dweep before coming to Shaheed Dweep for better connectivity.</p><p>3. Ross Island</p><p>Ross Island, Port Blair is in the Andaman Islands of India. This Island the erstwhile capital for the most of Andaman Islands from 1858 until an earthquake in 1941. Netaji Subhash Chand Bose Island was also the base for the British Administrator of the penal colony in Port Blair.In 1941, the Japanese converted the site into POW camp, and built war installations, remnants of which can still be seen. It now lies deserted, and the few signs of its colonial glory, such as the Chief Commissioner's house and the Presbyterian church, are dilapidated and overgrown. The area is now under the control of Indian Navy.</p><p>4. North Bay Island</p><p>North Andaman Island is the northern island of Great Andaman of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the North and Middle Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. the island is lying 137 km (85 mi) north from Port Blair.</p><p>5.Baratang Island</p><p>Baratang Island is an island of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the North and Middle Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The island lies 150 km (93 mi) north of Port Blair.</p><p>6.Viper Island</p><p>Viper Island is an island of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the South Andaman district of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.</p><p>The island lies 4 km (2 mi) west of Port Blair.</p><p>Viper Island is a serene beautiful tourist destination situated near Port Blair's harbour, and can be approached in 20 minutes from the Phoenix Bay jetty. The Harbor Cruise, available daily from the jetty, provides an overall view of different points of the harbor and a trip to this haunted Viper Island. This place is visited by number of tourists as it has multiple attractions with historical importance and also has mesmerizing picnic spots with natural picturesque environments</p><p>7.Rutland Island</p><p>Rutland Island is an island of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the South Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.the island lies 20 km (12 mi) south from Port Blair.</p><p>8.Mount Harriet National Park</p><p>Mount Harriet National Park is a national park located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands union territory of India. The park, established in 1969, covers about 4.62 km2 (18.00 mi2).[1] Mount Harriet (383 metres (1,257 ft)[2]), which is part of the park, is the third-highest peak in the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago next to Saddle Peak (732 metres (2,402 ft)) in North Andaman and Mount Thullier (568 metres (1,864 ft)) in Great Nicobar.</p><p>The picture on the back side of ₹ 20 note is taken from Mount Harriet National Park. The park is named in commemoration of Harriet C. Tytler, the second wife of Robert Christopher Tytler, a British army officer, an administrator, naturalist and photographer, who was appointed Superintendent of the Convict Settlement at Port Blair in the Andamans from April 1862 to February 1864.[4] Harriet is remembered for her work in documenting the monuments of Delhi and for her notes at the time of the Revolt of 1857 in India.</p><p>The park's well-known faunal species are Andaman wild pigs (an endangered species), saltwater crocodiles, turtles and robber crabs. The park is also a butterfly hotspot.</p><p>9.Diglipur</p><p>Diglipur (sometimes spelled Diglipore) is the largest town of North Andaman Island, in the Andaman Archipelago, India. It is located on the southern side of Aerial Bay, at 43 metres (141 feet) above sea level, 298 kilometres (185 miles) north of Port Blair. It is crossed by the Kalpong River, the only river of the Andaman islands. Saddle Peak, the highest point in the archipelago,[1] lies about 10 km to the south. Diglipur is also a county (tehsil) of the North and Middle Andaman District of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands union territory. Its area is 884 km2, and its population was 42,877 people as of 2001|.</p><p>Please visit for </p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/">Best Tour & Travel Company in Delhi, India</a></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Andaman">Cheap Andaman Tour Packages</a></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/International/Maldives">Cheap Maldives Tour Packages</a></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Ladakh">Cheap Leh Ladakh Tour Packages</a></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Kashmir">Cheap Kashmir Tour Packages</a></p><p>Thanks.</p></div>Top Tourist places In Andamanhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/top-tourist-places-in-andaman2021-09-16T08:44:57.000Z2021-09-16T08:44:57.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p><b><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}9604974077,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="9604974077?profile=original" /></a></b></p><p><b>01.Havelock Island</b></p><p>Havelock Island, officially Swaraj Island, is one of the largest islands in Ritchie's Archipelago, to the east of Great Andaman within the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Andaman">South Andaman</a><span> </span>administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The island is 41 km (25 mi) northeast of the capital city,<a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/" target="_blank">Port Blair.</a></p><p>Radhanagar Beach on the western coast, also known as Number 7 Beach, is one of the most popular beaches on Havelock and was named "Best Beach in Asia" by Time in 2004. Radhanagar beach also bagged the prestigious blue flag certification in 2020. A Blue Flag beach is an eco-tourism model endeavouring to provide the tourists or beachgoers clean and hygienic bathing water, facilities, safe and healthy environment. Other notable beaches include Elephant Beach on the northwest coast and Vijay Nagar Beach (No. 5), Beach No. 3 and Beach No. 1 on the east coast. Kalapathar is another famous beach.</p><p>To reach Elephant beach one needs to take a boat from Havelock Island jetty. Another way to reach Elephant beach is via trekking. The major 3 beaches at Havelock Island are namely Radhanagar Beach, Elephant Beach and Kalapathar beach.</p><p><b>2. Neil island</b></p><p>Shaheed Dweep, formerly known as Neill Island, is an island of the Andaman Islands, located in Ritchie's Archipelago. It belongs to the South Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. the island lies 36 km (22 mi) northeast from Port Blair.</p><p>Despite its minuscule tourist infrastructure, an increasing number of tourists have chosen to stay at Shaheed Dweep instead of neighboring Swaraj Dweep. There are a handful of restaurants and basic beach hotels that cater to international and domestic tourists.</p><p>Some notable places to visit in Neil Island are, Bharatpur Beach, Laxmanpur Beach, Sitapur Beach, and Natural Bridge. Some people also like to visit the Ramnagar Beach, also known as the Sunset Beach. Water Sports Activities are only available in Bharatpur Beach. Rest of the attractions are only for sightseeing.</p><p>Shaheed Dweep can be explored by renting a two-wheeler, cycle or by hiring private cabs. Currently, no self drive vehicles are available at Shaheed Dweep. Activities such as boat scuba diving, snorkelling, glass bottom boat rides are available at Shaheed Dweep. Limited ferry are available from Port Blair to Shaheed Dweep. Its is recommended to reach Swaraj Dweep before coming to Shaheed Dweep for better connectivity.</p><p><b>3. Ross Island</b></p><p>Ross Island, Port Blair is in the Andaman Islands of India. This Island the erstwhile capital for the most of Andaman Islands from 1858 until an earthquake in 1941. Netaji Subhash Chand Bose Island was also the base for the British Administrator of the penal colony in Port Blair.In 1941, the Japanese converted the site into POW camp, and built war installations, remnants of which can still be seen. It now lies deserted, and the few signs of its colonial glory, such as the Chief Commissioner's house and the Presbyterian church, are dilapidated and overgrown. The area is now under the control of Indian Navy.</p><p><b>4. North Bay Island</b></p><p>North Andaman Island is the northern island of Great Andaman of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the North and Middle Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. the island is lying 137 km (85 mi) north from Port Blair.</p><p><b>5.Baratang Island</b></p><p>Baratang Island is an island of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the North and Middle Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The island lies 150 km (93 mi) north of Port Blair.</p><p><b>6.Viper Island</b></p><p>Viper Island is an island of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the South Andaman district of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.</p><p>The island lies 4 km (2 mi) west of Port Blair.</p><p>Viper Island is a serene beautiful tourist destination situated near Port Blair's harbour, and can be approached in 20 minutes from the Phoenix Bay jetty. The Harbor Cruise, available daily from the jetty, provides an overall view of different points of the harbor and a trip to this haunted Viper Island. This place is visited by number of tourists as it has multiple attractions with historical importance and also has mesmerizing picnic spots with natural picturesque environments</p><p><b>7.Rutland Island</b></p><p>Rutland Island is an island of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the South Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.the island lies 20 km (12 mi) south from Port Blair.</p><p><b>8.Mount Harriet National Park</b></p><p>Mount Harriet National Park is a national park located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands union territory of India. The park, established in 1969, covers about 4.62 km2 (18.00 mi2).[1] Mount Harriet (383 metres (1,257 ft)[2]), which is part of the park, is the third-highest peak in the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago next to Saddle Peak (732 metres (2,402 ft)) in North Andaman and Mount Thullier (568 metres (1,864 ft)) in Great Nicobar.</p><p>The picture on the back side of ₹ 20 note is taken from Mount Harriet National Park. The park is named in commemoration of Harriet C. Tytler, the second wife of Robert Christopher Tytler, a British army officer, an administrator, naturalist and photographer, who was appointed Superintendent of the Convict Settlement at Port Blair in the Andamans from April 1862 to February 1864.[4] Harriet is remembered for her work in documenting the monuments of Delhi and for her notes at the time of the Revolt of 1857 in India.</p><p>The park's well-known faunal species are Andaman wild pigs (an endangered species), saltwater crocodiles, turtles and robber crabs. The park is also a butterfly hotspot.</p><p><b>9.Diglipur</b></p><p class="para-active">Diglipur (sometimes spelled Diglipore) is the largest town of North Andaman Island, in the Andaman Archipelago, India. It is located on the southern side of Aerial Bay, at 43 metres (141 feet) above sea level, 298 kilometres (185 miles) north of Port Blair. It is crossed by the Kalpong River, the only river of the Andaman islands. Saddle Peak, the highest point in the archipelago,[1] lies about 10 km to the south. Diglipur is also a county (tehsil) of the North and Middle Andaman District of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands union territory. Its area is 884 km2, and its population was 42,877 people as of 2001|.</p></div>Top 4 Tourist places In Himachal Pradeshhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/top-4-tourist-places-in-himachal-pradesh2021-09-14T11:27:34.000Z2021-09-14T11:27:34.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><h3><b>01.Manali</b></h3><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631618760_manali.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Manali is a resort and tourist town in the mountains of<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Himachal">Himachal Pradesh</a>, India. It is situated in the northern end of the Kullu Valley, formed by the Beas River. The town is located in the Kullu district, approximately 270 kilometres (170 mi) north of the state capital of Shimla and 544 kilometres (338 mi) northeast of the national capital of Delhi. With a population of 8,096 people recorded in the 2011 Indian census, Manali is the beginning of an ancient trade route through the Indian-administered territory of Ladakh, over the Karakoram Pass and onto Yarkand and Hotan in the Tarim Basin of China. Manali is a popular tourist destination in India and serves as the gateway to the Lahaul and Spiti district as well as the city of Leh in Ladakh.</p><h3><b>2. Khajjiar</b></h3><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631618768_khajjiar.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Khajjiar is a hill station in Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India, located approximately 24 kilometres (15 mi) from Dalhousie.</p><p>Khajjiar sits on a small plateau with a small stream-fed lake in the middle that has been covered over with weeds. The hill station is surrounded by meadows and forests. It is about 2,000 metres (6,500 ft) above sea level in the foothills of the Dhauladhar ranges of the Western Himalayas and peaks can be seen in the distance. It is part of the Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary.</p><p>Khajjiar can be reached from Dalhousie, the nearest major town and hill station, by bus in an hour or so.</p><h3><b>3. Shimla</b></h3><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631618774_shimla.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Shimla also known as Simla, is the capital and the largest city of the<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/">Indian state<span> </span></a>of Himachal Pradesh. In 1864, Shimla was declared as the summer capital of British India. After independence, the city became the capital of Punjab and was later made the capital city of Himachal Pradesh. It is the principal commercial, cultural and educational centre of the state. It was the capital city in exile of British Burma (present-day Myanmar) from 1942 to 1945.</p><h3><b>4. Dalhousie</b></h3><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631618784_dalhausi.jpg" alt="" /></div><p class="para-active">Dalhousie is a hill station in Chamba district, in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated on five hills and has an elevation of 1,970 m (6,460 ft) above sea level.</p></div>Tourist places In Leh Ladakhhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/tourist-places-in-leh-ladakh2021-09-14T10:47:05.000Z2021-09-14T10:47:05.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><h3><b>01. Pangong Tso Lake</b></h3><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631616112_b7_1_ladakh.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Pangong Tso or Pangong Lake is an endorheic lake spanning eastern<a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Ladakh"><b><span> </span>Ladakh</b></a><span> </span>and West Tibet situated at an elevation of 4,225 m (13,862 ft). It is 134 km (83 mi) long and divided into five sublakes, called Pangong Tso, Tso Nyak, Rum Tso (twin lakes) and Nyak Tso. Approximately 50% of the length of the overall lake lies within Tibet China, 40% in<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/">Ladakh India</a><span> </span>and the rest is disputed and is a de-facto buffer zone between India and China. The lake is 5 km (3.1 mi) wide at its broadest point. All together it covers 604 km2. During winter the lake freezes completely, despite being saline water. It has a land-locked basin separated from the Indus River basin by a small elevated ridge, but is believed to have been part of the latter in prehistoric times.</p><p>The lake is in the process of being identified under the Ramsar Convention as a wetland of international importance. This will be the first trans-boundary wetland in South Asia under the convention.</p><h3><b>2. Shanti Stupa</b></h3><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631616161_download.jpg" alt="" /></div><p class="newPara">Shanti Stupa is a Buddhist white-domed stupa (chorten) on a hilltop in Chanspa, Leh district, Ladakh, in north India. It was built in 1991 by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu, Gyomyo Nakamura and part of the Peace Pagoda mission. The Shanti Stupa holds the relics of the Buddha at its base, enshrined by the 14th Dalai Lama. The stupa has become a tourist attraction not only due to its religious significance but also due to its location which provides panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.</p><h3><b>3. Tso Moriri Lake</b></h3><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631616216_images.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Tso Moriri or Lake Moriri or "Mountain Lake", is a lake in the Changthang Plateau in Ladakh in Northern India. The lake and surrounding area are protected as the Tso Moriri Wetland Conservation Reserve.</p><p>The lake is at an altitude of 4,522 m (14,836 ft). It is the largest of the high altitude lakes entirely within India and entirely within Ladakh in this Trans-Himalayan biogeographic region. It is about 16 miles (26 km) north to south in length and two to three miles (3 to 5 km) wide. The lake has no outlet at present and the water is brackish though not very perceptible to taste.</p><p>The lake is fed by springs and snow-melt from the adjacent mountains. Most water enters the lake in two major stream systems, one entering the lake from the north, the other from the southwest. Both stream systems include extensive marshes where they enter the lake. It formerly had an outlet to the south, but this has become blocked and the lake has become an endorheic lake. The lake is oligotrophic in nature, and its waters are alkaline.</p><p>Accessibility to the lake is largely limited to summer season, though Karzok on the northwest shore and the military facilities on the eastern shores have year-round habitation.</p><h3><b>4. Leh Palace</b></h3><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631616265_48111733.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Leh Palace also known as Lachen Palkar Palace is a former royal palace overlooking the town of Leh, Ladakh, in the Indian Himalayas. It was constructed circa 1600 by Sengge Namgyal. The palace was abandoned when Dogra forces took control of Ladakh in the mid-19th century and forced the royal family to move to Stok Palace.</p><p class="para-active">It is nine storeys high; the upper floors accommodated the royal family, while the lower floors held stables and store rooms. Much of the palace is in deteriorated condition, and little survives of its interior decorations.[2] The Palace Museum holds a rich collection of jewellery, ornaments, ceremonial dresses and crowns. Tibetan thangka or paintings, which are more than 450 years old, with intricate designs still retain the bright colours derived from crushed and powdered gems and stones. Structures around the palace's base include the prominent Namgyal Stupa, the colourfully muralled Chandazik Gompa and the 1430 Chamba Lhakhang, with medieval mural fragments located between the inner and outer walls.</p></div>Himachal Tour Packageshttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/himachal-tour-packages2021-09-10T10:59:19.000Z2021-09-10T10:59:19.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Himachal"><b>Tourism in Himachal Pradesh</b></a><span> </span>is a major contributor to the state's economy and growth. The Himalayas attracts tourists from all over the world. Hill stations like Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, Dalhousie, Chamba, Khajjiar, Kullu and Kasauli are popular destinations for both domestic and foreign tourists. </p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631271396_12.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>The state also has many important Hindu pilgrimage sites with prominent temples like Shri Chamunda Devi Mandir, Naina Devi Temple, Bajreshwari Mata Temple, Jwala Ji Temple, Chintpurni, Baijnath Temple, Bhimakali Temple, Bijli Mahadev and Jakhoo Temple. </p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631271410_11.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Manimahesh Lake situated in the Bharmour region of Chamba district is the venue of an annual Hindu pilgrimage trek held in the month of August which attracts lakhs of devotees. The state is also referred to as<a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/"><b><span> </span>"Dev Bhoomi"</b></a><span> </span>(literally meaning Abode of Gods) due to its mention as such in ancient Hindu texts and occurrence of a large number of historical temples in the state.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631271417_9.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Himachal is also known for its adventure tourism activities like ice skating in Shimla, paragliding in Bir Billing and Solang valley, rafting in Kullu, skiing in Manali, boating in Bilaspur and trekking, horse riding and fishing in different parts in the state. Shimla, the state's capital, is home to Asia's only natural ice-skating rink. </p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631271428_6.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Spiti Valley in Lahaul and Spiti District situated at an altitude of over 3000 metres with its picturesque landscapes is an important destination for adventure seekers. The region also has some of the oldest Buddhist Monasteries in the world.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631271438_5.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Himachal hosted the first Paragliding World Cup in India from 24 to 31 October in 2015. The venue for the paragliding world cup was Bir Billing, which is 70 km from the tourist town Macleod Ganj, located in the heart of Himachal in Kangra District.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631271449_4.jpg" alt="" /></div><p> Bir Billing is the centre for aero sports in Himachal and considered as best for paragliding. Buddhist monasteries, trekking to tribal villages and mountain biking are other local possibilities.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631271465_1.jpg" alt="" /></div><p class="newPara"></p></div>Goa Tour Packageshttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/goa-tour-packages-12021-09-10T10:47:19.000Z2021-09-10T10:47:19.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Goa">Tourism</a><span> </span>is generally focused on the coastal areas of Goa, with lower tourist activity inland. In 2010, there were more than 2 million tourists reported to have visited Goa, about 1.2 million of whom were from abroad. As of 2013, Goa was a destination of choice for Indian and foreign tourists, particularly Britons and Russians, with limited means who wanted to party. The state was hopeful that changes could be made which would attract a more upscale demographic.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631270252_14.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Goa stands 6th in the Top 10 Nightlife cities in the world in<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/">National Geographic Travel</a>. Notable nightclubs in Goa include Chronicle, Mambos and Sinq.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631270257_12.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>One of the biggest tourist attractions in Goa is water sports. Beaches like Baga and Calangute offer jet-skiing, parasailing, banana boat rides, water scooter rides, and more.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631270265_10.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Over 450 years of Portuguese rule and the influence of the Portuguese culture presents to visitors to Goa a cultural environment that is not found elsewhere in India. Goa is often described as a fusion between Eastern and Western culture with Portuguese culture having a dominant position in the state be it in its architectural, cultural or social settings. The state of Goa is famous for its excellent beaches, churches, and temples. The Bom Jesus Cathedral, Fort Aguada and a new wax museum on Indian history, culture and heritage in Old Goa are other tourism destinations.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631270273_9.jpg" alt="" /></div><h2><b>Historic sites and neighbourhoods</b></h2><p>Goa has two World Heritage Sites: the Bom Jesus Basilica and churches and convents of Old Goa. The basilica holds the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier, regarded by many Catholics as the patron saint of Goa (the patron of the Archdiocese of Goa is actually Saint Joseph Vaz). These are both Portuguese-era monuments and reflect a strong European character. The relics are taken down for veneration and for public viewing, per the prerogative of the Church in Goa, not every ten or twelve years as popularly thought and propagated. The last exposition was held in 2014.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631270281_7.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Goa has the Sanctuary of Saint Joseph Vaz in Sancoale. Pilar monastery which holds novenas of Venerable Padre Agnelo Gustavo de Souza from 10 to 20 November yearly. There is a claimed Marian Apparition at the Church of Saints Simon and Jude at Batim, Ganxim, near Pilar, where Goans and non-resident Goans visit. There is the statue of the bleeding Jesus on the Crucifix at the Santa Monica Convent in Velha Goa. There are churches (Igorzo), like the baroque styled Nixkollounk Gorb-Sombhov Saibinnich Igorz (Church of the Our Lady of Immaculate Conception) in Panaji, the Gothic styled Mater Dei (Dêv Matechi Igorz/ Mother of God) church in Saligao and each church having its own style and heritage, besides Kopelam/ Irmidi (chapels).</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631270289_6.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>The Velhas Conquistas regions are known for Goa-Portuguese style architecture. There are many forts in Goa such as Tiracol, Chapora, Corjuem, Aguada, Reis Magos, Nanus, Mormugao, Fort Gaspar Dias and Cabo de Rama.[citation needed]</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631270299_5.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>In many parts of Goa, mansions constructed in the Indo-Portuguese style architecture still stand, though, in some villages, most of them are in a dilapidated condition. Fontainhas in Panaji has been declared a cultural quarter, showcasing the life, architecture and culture of Goa. Influences from the Portuguese era are visible in some of Goa's temples, notably the Shanta Durga Temple, the Mangueshi Temple, the Shri Damodar Temple and the Mahalasa Temple. After 1961, many of these were demolished and reconstructed in the indigenous Indian style.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631270307_4.jpg" alt="" /></div><h2><b>Museums and science centre</b></h2><p class="para-active">Goa has three important museums: the Goa State Museum, the Naval Aviation Museum and the National Institute of Oceanography. The aviation museum is one of three in India (the others are in Delhi and Bengaluru). The Goa Science Centre is in Miramar, Panaji. The National Institute of Oceanography, India (NIO) is in Dona Paula. Museum of Goa is a privately owned contemporary art gallery in Pilerne Industrial Estate, near Calangute.</p></div>Top 3 Musts in Udaipur, Indiahttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/attractions-udaipur-india2021-08-01T09:36:15.000Z2021-08-01T09:36:15.000ZHappyEasyGohttps://tripatini.com/members/HappyEasyGo<div><p>Udaipur is a city of grandeur, heritage, extravagance and royalty. It offers everything to its tourists, ranging from royal architecture, serene lakes to amazing shopping centres and delectable cuisine. Udaipur’s charisma attracts thousands of tourists to the city from all over the globe. So, pack your bags and book Udaipur hotels to explore the famous places of the city, listed below-</p><p><strong><br />Lake Palace</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>One of the most famous and royale hotels in the world, Lake Palace, was built by Maharana Jagat Singh II. Earlier it was a marvellous palace, but then it was taken over by the Taj Group and restored as one of the most lavish and beautiful resorts in the world.</p><p> <br /><strong>City Palace</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Located on the banks of River Pichola, Udaipur City Palace is one of the most famous destinations to visit in Udaipur. The jaw-dropping architecture of the palace is a testimony to the royal Rajput dynasty. So, pick the best hotel deals online to witness the splendid architecture and rich history of this palace.</p><p> <br /><strong>Jag Mandir</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Nicely built on an island in Lake Pichola, Jag Mandir is known for its jaw-dropping interiors and splendid architecture. The intricate marble sculptures are a major attraction of this place. You can take a serene boat ride and witness the majestic view of the palace.</p><p> </p><p>Book your Udaipur cheap hotels in advance from HappyEasyGo to visit these beautiful places of attraction in Udaipur.</p></div>The Ultimate Travel Guide to Australiahttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/the-ultimate-travel-guide-to-australia2021-07-29T10:50:07.000Z2021-07-29T10:50:07.000Zmegan sashylhttps://tripatini.com/members/megansashyl<div><p><span>Australia is full of surprises, and it’s not just about a Crocodile Dundee type of lifestyle. This country will really prove to be a place of wonder, as it has so much to offer to everybody. Here are some tips and facts that will help you get the most out of your vacation time in Australia.</span></p><p><span> <a href="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a4/Virgin_Australia_Boeing_777-300ER%3B_VH-VPF%40SYD%3B30.07.2012_665bv_%288091815128%29.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a4/Virgin_Australia_Boeing_777-300ER%3B_VH-VPF%40SYD%3B30.07.2012_665bv_%288091815128%29.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="450" class="align-full" alt="Virgin_Australia_Boeing_777-300ER%3B_VH-VPF%40SYD%3B30.07.2012_665bv_%288091815128%29.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></span></p><p><strong>Flights to Australia</strong></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>If you are planning a flight to Australia anytime soon, then you have to know what it takes to get here. The distances involved are enough to put anyone off and it is only natural that you want to do everything in your power to make the journey as painless as possible. This means doing your research, contacting various airlines in order to compare flight prices and more.</span></p><p><span> <a href="https://www.maxpixel.net/static/photo/1x/Sydney-Sea-Australia-Cliff-Wave-Beautiful-Walk-1447988.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://www.maxpixel.net/static/photo/1x/Sydney-Sea-Australia-Cliff-Wave-Beautiful-Walk-1447988.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="450" class="align-full" alt="Sydney-Sea-Australia-Cliff-Wave-Beautiful-Walk-1447988.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></span></p><p><span>Australia is a <a href="https://travel.usnews.com/rankings/best-australian-and-pacific-vacations/">beautiful country with friendly people,</a> amazing beaches and stunning scenery. As a popular travel destination, there are many flights options to Australia. Depending on where you are flying from, you may choose one of the main international airlines or one of the smaller budget carriers. You may also find that there are cheaper flights options available with other airlines that fly to Australia via another country.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong>Booking a Hotel<br /> <a href="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c6/National_Hotel%2C_Fremantle%2C_Western_Australia.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c6/National_Hotel%2C_Fremantle%2C_Western_Australia.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="400" class="align-full" alt="National_Hotel%2C_Fremantle%2C_Western_Australia.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a><br /></strong></p><p><span>If you're on a tight budget, you couldn't ask for a better destination to visit.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Sydney is a stunning city that never sleeps and is always full of action and adventure. Melbourne is the capital of sporty outdoors, pulsating nightlife and exquisite food. Adelaide is unlike any other city in Australia, combining an upbeat lifestyle with stunning natural beauty.</span></p><p><span>And Perth offers plenty of things to do, relaxing beaches, great weather and warm people.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Hiring a car in Australia is the best way to travel around this vast country as it allows you to access places that are out of reach if you were to travel by train or bus.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Budget hotels in Australia are quite easy to find, the only difficulty is in deciding which one is right for you. There are so many great options that getting a good deal can be a difficult choice.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong>Food and Drink</strong></p><p><span> <a href="https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSZ-UDrTaM_dnjY2CEBttPqXtWxKTqKWEusBg&usqp=CAU" target="_blank"><img src="https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSZ-UDrTaM_dnjY2CEBttPqXtWxKTqKWEusBg&usqp=CAU&profile=RESIZE_710x" width="400" class="align-full" alt="images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSZ-UDrTaM_dnjY2CEBttPqXtWxKTqKWEusBg&usqp=CAU&profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></span></p><p><span>Australians love to eat. As a tourist, you are always guaranteed to be served delicious meals, which will be part of the fun. It doesn't matter what you eat, be it pizza, Asian food, fresh seafood, or hamburgers, Australians love food. It is often called 'gourmet in a basket'.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>A great tip to remember when eating out is to always try the tasting menu. It's much cheaper than the full-priced menu and is often just as delicious. Another option is to try a different local cuisine, perhaps something from the Aboriginal culture. There are many local foods that you may be able to sample. Another option is to order something from the street food vendors. They are always cheaper than a restaurant and come with an added bonus of tasty street food.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Sydney is Australia's biggest city and has the best selection of places to eat. The harbour is dotted with food carts, the Bondi Beach boardwalk has a variety of street food vendors, the Newtown area has all kinds of ethnic food.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong>Things To Do</strong></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Australians love their outdoors and spend a lot of time doing sports and activities that they can enjoy. They are always willing to try something new, even if they have done it a million times before. In this way, they are unlike any other country and their cultures are reflected in their sporting events. It is the best place to get in touch with Australian nature and get some outdoor action.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>There are plenty of activities for families to enjoy as well, there are a lot of family attractions to visit, including the beach, marine parks, zoos and aquariums. Some of the more popular ones are: the aquarium in Sydney, The Melbourne Aquarium, Wildlife Wonderland, Sea World and Luna Park.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>For the more active, there are plenty of surfing and sailing clubs around the country that cater to those who love to surf or windsurf. The water sports on offer include surfing, scuba diving, parasailing and snorkelling. There are also a number of exciting sports events that occur each year.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Australians also love their music. Whether it is classical or jazz, the band is always great. They love to celebrate life with a dance and at a few bars around the country, there are bands playing. For a country that is known for their love of food, they sure know how to enjoy a good drink.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Melbourne is the home of Australia's best beer and there are over 1000 pubs around the country that serve it. Melbourne is also home to the best wine and food scene.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong>Takeaway</strong></p><p><span><br /> There are few places on the planet which strike the same chord of awe and wonder as the country down under. No matter who you are or where you’re from, if you’ve ever dreamed of <a href="https://www.movingtoaustralia.co.nz/">moving to Australia,</a> then there’s something for everyone here!</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Australia is a beautiful and welcoming country. Take a trip around the country and enjoy the people and natural beauty.</span></p></div>5 Top Spots to Explore in Northeast India's Assam Statehttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/top-points-of-interest-to-explore-in-assam2021-08-05T08:12:42.000Z2021-08-05T08:12:42.000ZHappyEasyGohttps://tripatini.com/members/HappyEasyGo<div><p><a href="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fe/Beauty_of_Kaziranga_National_Park.jpg/800px-Beauty_of_Kaziranga_National_Park.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fe/Beauty_of_Kaziranga_National_Park.jpg/800px-Beauty_of_Kaziranga_National_Park.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-center" width="750" alt="800px-Beauty_of_Kaziranga_National_Park.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a><a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Beauty_of_Kaziranga_National_Park.jpg" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em>Diganta Taliukdar</em></span></a></p><p><br /><br /><br />Ambience wrapped in rolling fields of aromatic tea, canoes sailing down the wide Brahmaputra River, and thick jungles having lush greenery and the most bizarre wildlife, Assam is one of the most charming and beautiful states in North East India. The largest grower of tea in India and home to the best wildlife sanctuaries. Assam never fails to overwhelm its visitors with its natural beauty and tranquillity. If you seriously wish to experience the true beauty of this state, grab hotel bookings in Assam and head to explore the famous places to visit in Assam, mentioned below-<br /><br /><strong>Kaziranga National Park</strong></p><p><br />Home to two thirds of the world’s one-horned rhinoceros population, the Kaziranga National Park (top) is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The vibrant, well preserved and versatile biodiversity is what attracts visitors. Besides the one-horned rhino, you can witness other pleasant surprises in the park, such as the Swamp Deer, Elephants, Wild Buffalos, Chinese Pangolins, Bengal Foxes, Gibbons, Flying Squirrels, Civets and Sloth Bears. It also has an enormous population of the royal Bengal Tigers.<br /><br /><strong>Kamakhya Temple</strong></p><p><br />Book <strong>hotels</strong> in Assam to visit one of the 51 Shakti Peeths in the Kamakhya Temple. The Kamakhya temple is believed to protect devotees from evil eyes. The Tantric adoration of the temple makes it one of the most popular and famous tourist places in the state for devotees from all around the world. The main deity of the temple is Lord Shiva and Daksha Yagna. Located on the Nilachal Hills, the temple is the most revered temple in Assam.<br /><br /><strong>Majuli Island</strong></p><p><br />The world's largest riverine island (452 square kilometers) is also known to be one of the most important Satras established by Sankardeva and Madhavdev. Most of the island gets submerged underwater during the monsoons, leaving only the bigger islands, namely, Kamalabari, Auniati, and Garamur, on the surface. Majuli island is undoubtedly one of the best places to visit in Assam due to its remarkable natural beauty. Majuli is also known to be a birdwatcher’s paradise.<br /><br /><strong>Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>The Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary is a paradise for the state’s Hoolock Gibbon population. The sanctuary is situated less than 20 km from Jorhat city center. The Brahmaputra River and tea gardens surround the sanctuary on either side. The sanctuary is one of the best spectacles for wildlife enthusiasts and nature seekers visiting Assam. The sanctuary is home to over 40 Hoolock Gibbons species, Capped Langur, Stump-Tailed Macaque, Pigtail Macaque, Assamese Macaque, Rhesus Macaque, Slow Loris and various other animal species. Do not forget to visit this sanctuary for a memorable wildlife experience.<br /><br /><strong>Kakochang Waterfalls</strong></p><p><br />Gushing furiously between rubber and coffee plantations, the Kakochang Waterfalls are a spellbound beauty to watch. The main waterfall attracts tourists in great numbers throughout the year. Besides offering a rejuvenating retreat and an excellent place for the shutterbugs, the waterfall also offers magnificent views of the ruins Numaligarh ruins and lush green tea plantations.</p><p> </p><p>To visit these popular attractions of Assam, you can grab online hotel offers from HappyEasyGo. HappyEasyGo gives you the best discounts on hotel and flight bookings and lets you save big during your trip. For more details on <a href="https://hotel.happyeasygo.com" target="_blank">cheap hotel bookings</a>, you can visit the HappyEasyGo website or download the HappyEasyGo app for free from Google Play Store (Android) or Apple App Store (iOS).</p></div>3 of the Top Destinations in India's Andaman & Nicobar Islandshttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/andaman-nicobar-islands-india-destinations2021-08-03T08:54:17.000Z2021-08-03T08:54:17.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em><strong><a href="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a5/Cellular_Jail%2C_Andaman%2C_Port_Blair%2C_India.jpg/800px-Cellular_Jail%2C_Andaman%2C_Port_Blair%2C_India.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a5/Cellular_Jail%2C_Andaman%2C_Port_Blair%2C_India.jpg/800px-Cellular_Jail%2C_Andaman%2C_Port_Blair%2C_India.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-center" width="750" alt="800px-Cellular_Jail%2C_Andaman%2C_Port_Blair%2C_India.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></strong></em></span><a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cellular_Jail,_Andaman,_Port_Blair,_India.jpg" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em>Harvider Chandigarh</em></span></a></p><p><strong><br /> <br /> <span style="font-size:12pt;">Port Blair</span></strong></p><p><br /> The <a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/PackageDetail/Domestic/Andaman/3-Night-4-Days-Andaman-Tour-Packages" target="_blank">Andaman and Nicobar Islands</a> are a<span> union territory </span>of<span> India</span><span> </span>in the<span> Bay of Bengal, and Port Blair is its capital, serving</span> as the entry point for visiting the islands <span>.</span> Port Blair is connected with<span> mainland India</span><span> </span>by both air and sea. It is a two-to-three-hour flight from mainland India to Veer Savarkar International Airport, and three to four by sea from <span>Kolkata</span>,<span> Chennai</span>, or<span> Vishakhapatnam</span> to Haddo Wharf. It is home to several museums and a major naval base<span> INS Jarawa</span><span> </span>of the<span> Indian Navy</span>, along with sea and air bases of the<span> Indian Coast Guard</span>,<span> Andaman and Nicobar Police</span><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andaman_and_Nicobar_Police" title="Andaman and Nicobar Police"> </a>,<span> Andaman and Nicobar Command,</span> the first integrated tri-command of the Indian Armed Forces and the<span> Indian Air Force</span>. <br /> <br /> Home to several museums and the Seri Vettimalai Mutugan temple, Port Blair is also famous for the historic Cellular Jail <span>(top)</span> and other small islands like Corbyn's Cove, Wandoor,<span> Ross</span><span> </span>Island, <span>and Viper Island</span><span>,</span> once home to British colonists. Port Blair has been selected as one of the cities to be developed as a <span>"smart city"</span> under the<span> Smart Cities Mission.</span></p><p></p><p><span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/images/Packages/ASAPPDANDAMAN0007/5.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://www.asapholidays.com/images/Packages/ASAPPDANDAMAN0007/5.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full" alt="5.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></span></p><p><span><b><span style="font-size:12pt;">Baratang Island</span><br /> <br /></b></span></p><p><span>Baratang lies 150 km (93 mi) north of Port Blair and</span> <span>has plenty of accommodations, with forest and PWD guest houses also available (visitors should book well in advance). Major attractions include its limestone caves, mud volcano, Parrot Island, and Baludera Beach.</span></p><p></p><p></p><p><span><a href="https://images.thrillophilia.com/image/upload/s--y9wDGbhX--/c_fill,h_600,q_auto,w_975/f_auto,fl_strip_profile/v1/images/photos/000/107/029/original/1486385700_baratang_island_img_201.jpg.jpg?1486385700" target="_blank"><img src="https://images.thrillophilia.com/image/upload/s--y9wDGbhX--/c_fill,h_600,q_auto,w_975/f_auto,fl_strip_profile/v1/images/photos/000/107/029/original/1486385700_baratang_island_img_201.jpg.jpg?1486385700&profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-center" width="750" alt="1486385700_baratang_island_img_201.jpg.jpg?1486385700&profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><b>Diglipur</b> </span></p><p></p><p><span>The largest town of North Andaman Island is located on the southern side of Aerial Bay, 298 kilometres (185 miles) north of Port Blair. It is crossed by the Kalpong Rive, the only river of the Andaman islands. Saddle Peak, the highest point in the archipelago, about 10 km to the south. <b>Diglipur</b> is also a county of the North and Middle Andaman District of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Its area is 884 square km</span> <span>and its population is just under 43,000..<br /><br /></span></p><p>The town also profits from tourism to nearby attractions which include Ross and Smith islands; <span>Saddle Peak National Park;</span> the beaches at Kalipur, Lamiya Bay, and Ram Nagar (famous for<span> sea turtle</span><span> </span>nesting from December to February). Also, <span>Chalis Ek Caves</span><span> </span>(about 20 kilometres (12 miles) south of Diglipur, near the village of Pathi Level) and Alfred Caves are major nesting grounds for the <span>edible-nest swiftlet</span>, whose nests are exported to<span> China</span><span> </span>for bird's nest soup.</p><p></p><p><a href="https://dynamic.tourtravelworld.com/package-images/photo-big/dir_18/510804/200860.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://dynamic.tourtravelworld.com/package-images/photo-big/dir_18/510804/200860.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-center" width="750" alt="200860.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p></div>Is India's Kashmir Heaven on Earth?https://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/kashmir-india-heaven-on-earth2021-08-10T06:09:20.000Z2021-08-10T06:09:20.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/images/Packages/ASAPPDKASHMIR0001/1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://www.asapholidays.com/images/Packages/ASAPPDKASHMIR0001/1.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-center" width="750" alt="1.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p><p>Kashmir is the northernmost geographical region of the Indian subcontinent. Until the mid-19th century, the term "Kashmir" denoted only the Kashmir Valley between the Great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal Range. Today the term encompasses a larger area that includes the Indian territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, the Pakistani Occupied Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, and the Chinese-administered territories of Aksai Chin and the Trans-Karakoram Tract.</p><p><br />In the first half of the first millennium, the Kashmir region became an important centre of Hinduism and later of Buddhism; later still, in the ninth century, Kashmir Shaivism arose.In 1339, Shah Mir became the first Muslim ruler of Kashmir, inaugurating the Salatin-i-Kashmir or Shah Mir dynasty. The region was part of the Mughal Empire from 1586 to 1751, and thereafter, until 1820, of the Afghan Durrani Empire. That year, the Sikh Empire, under Ranjit Singh, annexed Kashmir. In 1846, after the Sikh defeat in the First Anglo-Sikh War, and upon the purchase of the region from the British under the Treaty of Amritsar, the Raja of Jammu, Gulab Singh, became the new ruler of Kashmir. The rule of his descendants, under the paramountcy (or tutelage) of the British Crown, lasted until the Partition of India in 1947, when the former princely state of the British Indian Empire became a disputed territory, now administered by three countries: India, Pakistan, and China.</p><p><br />The word Kashmir was derived from the ancient Sanskrit language and was referred to as káśmīra. The Nilamata Purana describes the valley's origin from the waters, a lake called Sati-saras. A popular local etymology of Kashmira is that it is land desiccated from water. Geologists agree that the Valley was formerly a lake, and the lake drained through the gap of Baramulla (Varahamula) which matches with the Hindu legends.<br /><br /></p><p></p><p></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/images/Packages/ASAPPDKASHMIR0001/ASAPPDKASHMIR0001.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://www.asapholidays.com/images/Packages/ASAPPDKASHMIR0001/ASAPPDKASHMIR0001.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-center" width="750" alt="ASAPPDKASHMIR0001.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p><p></p><p>An alternative etymology derives the name from the name of the Vedic sage Kashyapa who is believed to have settled people in this land. Accordingly, Kashmir would be derived from either kashyapa-mir (Kashyapa's Lake) or kashyapa-meru (Kashyapa's Mountain).<br /><br /></p><p>The word has been referenced to in a Hindu scripture mantra worshipping the Hindu goddess Sharada and is mentioned to have resided in the land of kashmira, or which might have been a reference to the Sharada Peeth.</p><p><br />The Ancient Greeks called the region Kasperia, which has been identified with Kaspapyros of Hecataeus of Miletus (apud Stephanus of Byzantium) and Kaspatyros of Herodotus (3.102, 4.44). Kashmir is also believed to be the country meant by Ptolemy's Kaspeiria. The earliest text which directly mentions the name Kashmir is in Ashtadhyayi written by the Sanskrit grammarian Pāṇini during the 5th century BCE. Pāṇini called the people of Kashmir Kashmirikas. Some other early references to Kashmir can also be found in Mahabharata in Sabha Parva and in puranas like Matsya Purana, Vayu Purana, Padma Purana and Vishnu Purana and Vishnudharmottara Purana.</p><p><br />Huientsang, the Buddhist scholar and Chinese traveller, called Kashmir kia-shi-milo, while some other Chinese accounts referred to Kashmir as ki-pin (or Chipin or Jipin) and ache-pin.</p><p><br />Cashmeer is an archaic spelling of modern Kashmir, and in some countries[which?] it is still spelled this way. Kashmir is called Cachemire in French, Cachemira in Spanish, Caxemira in Portuguese, Caixmir in Catalan, Casmiria in Latin, Cașmir in Romanian, and Cashmir in Occitan.</p><p><br />In the Kashmiri language, Kashmir itself is known as Kasheer.</p><p></p><p></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Kashmir" target="_blank">For Kashmir tour packages</a></p><p><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/" target="_blank">For other tour packages</a></p><p></p></div>3 of the Best Destinations in India's Himachal Pradesh Statehttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/himachal-pradesh-india-destinations2021-08-03T17:46:55.000Z2021-08-03T17:46:55.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p><sup id="cite_ref-Gardner1995_3-0" class="reference"></sup></p><p><sup class="reference"><a href="https://www.holidify.com/images/bgImages/MANALI.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://www.holidify.com/images/bgImages/MANALI.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-center" width="750" alt="MANALI.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></sup></p><h3 class="card-heading"><span style="font-size:12pt;">Manali</span><br /><br /></h3><p>This <span>resort</span><span> and tourist town</span><span> in the mountains of </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Himachal">Himachal Pradesh</a><span>,</span> <span>at the northern end of the Kullu Valley</span><span>, formed by the Beas River</span><span>. It's</span> <span>approximately 270 kilometres (170 mi) north of the state capital of Shimla</span><span> and 544 kilometres (338 mi) northeast of the national capital of Delhi</span><span>. With a population of 8,096 people recorded in the 2011 Indian census</span><span>, Manali is the beginning of an ancient trade route through the Union territory</span><span> of </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Ladakh">Ladakh</a><span>, over the Karakoram Pass</span><span> and onto Yarkand </span><span>and Hotan</span><span> in the Tarim Basin </span><span>of China</span><span>. Manali is a popular tourist destination in India</span><span> and serves as the gateway to the Lahaul and Spiti district</span><span> as well as the city of Leh</span><span> in Ladakh.<br /><br /></span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><sup class="reference"><a href="https://www.plantheunplanned.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Himachal-Backpacking-Manali-Kasol-Tosh-Jibhi-3-768x432.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://www.plantheunplanned.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Himachal-Backpacking-Manali-Kasol-Tosh-Jibhi-3-768x432.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full" alt="Himachal-Backpacking-Manali-Kasol-Tosh-Jibhi-3-768x432.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a><sup id="cite_ref-7" class="reference"></sup></sup></span></p><p></p><p><sup class="reference"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><b>Kasol</b></span><span><span style="font-size:12pt;"> <br /><br /></span></span></sup></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><sup class="reference">A hamlet<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hamlet_(place)" title="Bhuntar"></a> in the district Kullu<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kullu_district" title="Kullu district"></a> of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Himachal_Pradesh" title="Himachal Pradesh"></a>.<sup id="cite_ref-hikesdaddy_3-0" class="reference"></sup><sup id="cite_ref-4" class="reference"></sup> It is situated in Parvati Valley, on the banks of the Parvati River<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parbati_River_(Himachal_Pradesh)" class="mw-redirect" title="Parbati River (Himachal Pradesh)"></a>, on the way between Bhuntar and Manikaran . It is located 30 km (19 mi) from <sup id="cite_ref-5" class="reference"></sup> Bhuntar and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from .Manikaran Kasol is the Himalayan hotspot for backpackers and acts as a base for nearby treks to Malana and Kheerganga. It is called <i>Mini Israel of India</i> due to a high percentage of Israeli tourists here.</sup></span></p><p></p><p></p><p><a href="https://img.traveltriangle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Shimla.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://img.traveltriangle.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Shimla.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full" alt="Shimla.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong><sup class="reference">Shimla</sup></strong></span></p><p>Shimla also known as Simla, is the capital and the largest city of the Indian <br /> state of Himachal Pradesh. In 1864, Shimla was declared as the summer capital<br /> of British India. After independence, the city became the capital of Punjab <br /> and was later made the capital of Himachal Pradesh. It is the principal commercial,<br /> cultural and educational centre of the state. It was the capital city in exile of <br /> British Burma (present-day Myanmar) from 1942 to 1945.</p><p>Small hamlets were recorded prior to 1815 when British forces took control of <br /> the area. The climatic conditions attracted the British to establish the city in <br /> the dense forests of the Himalayas. As the summer capital, Shimla hosted many important<br /> political meetings including the Simla Accord of 1914 and the Simla Conference of 1945.<br /> After independence, the state of Himachal Pradesh came into being in 1948 as a result <br /> of the integration of 28 princely states. Even after independence, the city remained an<br /> important political centre, hosting the Simla Agreement of 1972. After the reorganisation <br /> of the state of Himachal Pradesh, the existing Mahasu district was named Shimla.</p><p><br /> Shri Hanuman Jakhu (Statue) located in the premises of Jakhu Temple<br /> Shimla is home to a number of buildings that are styled in the Tudorbethan and<br /> neo-Gothic architectures dating from the colonial era, as well as multiple temples <br /> and churches. The colonial architecture and churches, the temples, and the natural <br /> environment of the city attracts tourists. Major city centre's attractions include the<br /> Shri Hanuman Jakhu (Statue), Jakhu Temple, Viceregal Lodge, Christ Church, Mall Road,<br /> The Ridge and Annadale. The city centre's northern most point is Jakhoo and the southern<br /> most location is Annadale, and the easternmost point is Sanjauli and western point is<br /> Chotta Shimla. The Kalka–Shimla Railway line built by the British, a UNESCO World Heritage<br /> Site, is also a major tourist attraction. Owing to its steep terrain, Shimla hosts the<br /> mountain biking race MTB Himalaya, which started in 2005 and is regarded as the biggest<br /> event of its kind in South Asia. Shimla also has the largest natural ice skating rink in<br /> South Asia. Apart from being a tourism centre, the city is also an educational hub with <br /> a number of colleges and research institutions.</p><p></p><p></p></div>3 Remarkable Places to Visit on a Visit to Pune, Indiahttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/pune-india-attractions2021-07-28T10:30:00.000Z2021-07-28T10:30:00.000ZHappyEasyGohttps://tripatini.com/members/HappyEasyGo<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9553069692,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}9553069692,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="9553069692?profile=original" /></a></p><p>Pune is the perfect place to spend a relaxing holiday with your family and friends. The mesmerising attractions of Pune stand out from the rest. Offering spectacular views of the surrounding area, the city is surrounded by jaw-dropping palaces, hills and other attractions. So book cheap hotels in Pune and visit the famous attractions of the city, including.</p><p><strong><br /> Shaniwar Wada Palace</strong></p><p><br /> Built in 1732, Shaniwarwada is a significant historical landmark in Pune. Prominent buildings inside the fort include Thora Rayancha Diwankhana, Naachacha Diwankhana (dance hall), Juna Arsa Mahal (Old Mirror Hall) etc.<br /> <br /> <strong>Aga Khan Palace</strong></p><p><br /> Another famous place to visit in Pune is the Aga Khan Palace, built by Sultan Muhammed Shah Aga Khan III in 1892. The palace was proclaimed as a monument of national importance in 2003. The palace is spread on 19 acres and houses Italian arches and five falls. Book your <strong>hotel</strong> in Pune for your upcoming trip to visit this magnificent palace.<br /> <br /> <strong>Vetal Tekdi</strong></p><p><br /> One of the well-known landmarks of Pune, Vetal Tekdi, envelops the entire city. If you wish to spend a calm evening with your loved one, then this place is a must-visit for you.</p><p> </p><p>To visit these famous Pune attractions, start <strong>booking hotels</strong> in advance from HappyEasyGo to get the best deal on your Pune stay.</p><p></p></div>3 Nights 4 Days Andaman Tour Packageshttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/3-nights-4-days-andaman-tour-packages2021-08-24T09:21:47.000Z2021-08-24T09:21:47.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><h2>Stay: Port Blair 2N - Havelock 1N <span> </span><b>INR 12,916</b>/-</h2><p>3 Nights & 4 Days Price Per Adult</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1629788709_1.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>Detailed Day Wise Itinerary</p><p><b>Day 1</b><span> </span>Port Blair</p><p>Airport Pick Up. Later Trip To Cellular Jail Light and Sound Show.</p><p><b>Day 2</b><span> </span>Port Blair - Havelock</p><p>Port Blair to Havelock Island in Cruise. Later Trip to Radhanagar Beach</p><p><b>Day 3<span> </span></b>- Havelock - Port Blair</p><p>Kalapathar Beach . Later Depart from Havelock Island to Port Blair.</p><p><b>Day 4</b><span> </span>Port Blair</p><p>After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight to your destination, with happy memories in Andaman</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1629788795_4.jpg" alt="" /></div><p><b>Inclusions</b></p><p>--> Well appointed A/c room Accommodation in below mentioned hotels.</p><p>--> A/c Vehicle for all transfer and Sightseeing at all the places/islands but not at disposal basis.</p><p>--> Breakfast at all the hotels.</p><p>--> All entry permits, entry tickets to all sight-seeing points, ferry tickets and forest area permits wherever applicable.</p><p>--> Private Cruise tickets (Base Category/Subject to Availabality) between Port Blair and Havelock.</p><p><b>Payment Policy</b></p><p>--> INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.</p><p>--> 30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.</p><p>--> Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.</p><p>--> Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of booking.</p><p>--> Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies by your booking agent.</p><p>for more details -<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/PackageDetail/Domestic/Andaman/3-Nights-4-Days-Andaman-Tour-Packages">ASAP Holidays</a></p></div>2 Top Destinations in Indiahttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/two-top-destinations-in-india2021-08-03T07:30:00.000Z2021-08-03T07:30:00.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p>1 <span style="font-size:14pt;"><strong>Ram- Setu</strong></span></p><p></p><h2><span class="mw-headline" id="Historical_mentions_and_etymology" style="font-size:12pt;">Historical mentions and etymology</span></h2><p>The ancient Indian <i>Sanskrit epic Ramayana </i>(7th century BCE to 3rd century CE) written by Valmiki mentions a bridge. <sup id="cite_ref-placenames_7-0" class="reference"></sup> constructed by god Ram through his Vanara (ape-men) army to reach Lanka and rescue his wife Sita from the Rakshasa king, Ravana.<sup id="cite_ref-placenames_7-1" class="reference"></sup><sup id="cite_ref-8" class="reference"></sup> The location of the Lanka of the Ramayana has been widely interpreted as being present-day Sri Lanka making this stretch of land Nala's or Rama's bridge. Analysis of several of the older Ramayana versions by scholars for evidence of historicity have led to the identification of Lankapura no further south than the Godavari River. These are based on geographical, botanical, and folkloristic evidences as no archaeological evidence has been found. <sup id="cite_ref-9" class="reference"></sup><sup id="cite_ref-10" class="reference"></sup>Scholars differ on the possible geography of the Ramayana but several suggestions since the work of H.D. Sankalia locate the Lanka of the epic somewhere in the eastern part of present day Madhya Pradesh.<sup id="cite_ref-11" class="reference"></sup></p><p>The western world first encountered it in<span> Ibn Khordadbeh'</span>s<span> </span><i>Book of Roads and Kingdoms</i><span> </span>(<abbr title="circa">c.</abbr><span> 850</span>), in which he refers to it as<span> </span><i>Set Bandhai</i><span> </span>or Bridge of the Sea.<sup id="cite_ref-:3_12-0" class="reference"></sup><span> </span>Some early Islamic sources refer to a mountain in Sri Lanka as<span> Adam's Peak</span><span> </span>(where Adam supposedly fell to earth). The sources describe<span> Adam</span><span> </span>as crossing from Sri Lanka to India via the bridge after his expulsion from the<span> Garden of Eden</span>,<sup id="cite_ref-13" class="reference"></sup><span> </span>leading to the name of<span> </span><i>Adam's Bridge</i>. Alberuni <sup id="cite_ref-Ricci_14-0" class="reference"></sup><span> </span>(<abbr title="circa">c.</abbr><span> 1030</span>) was probably the first to describe it in such a manner. <sup id="cite_ref-:3_12-1" class="reference"></sup>A British<span> cartographer</span><span> </span>in 1804 prepared the earliest map that calls this area by the name<span> </span><i>Adam's bridge</i>.<sup id="cite_ref-placenames_7-2" class="reference"></sup></p><p><a href="https://im.indiatimes.in/media/content/2017/Dec/ram_setu_exists_1513140260.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://im.indiatimes.in/media/content/2017/Dec/ram_setu_exists_1513140260.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full" alt="ram_setu_exists_1513140260.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Kashmir" target="_blank">Kashmir</a></strong></span></p><p>The word<span> </span><i>Kashmir</i><span> </span>was derived from the ancient<span> Sanskrit</span><span> </span>language and was referred to as<span> </span><i>káśmīra</i>.<sup class="reference"></sup><span> </span>The<span> Nilamata Purana</span><span> </span>describes the valley's origin from the waters, a lake called<span> </span><i>Sati-saras</i>.<sup id="cite_ref-Akbar1991_9-0" class="reference"></sup><sup id="cite_ref-Raina2013_10-0" class="reference"></sup><span> </span>A popular local etymology of<span> </span><i>Kashmira</i><span> </span>is that it is land desiccated from water.</p><p><sup id="cite_ref-Snedden2015_11-0" class="reference"></sup>Geologists agree that the Valley was formerly a lake, and the lake drained through the gap of Baramulla (Varahamula)<sup id="cite_ref-12" class="reference"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kashmir#cite_note-12">]</a></sup><span> </span>which matches with the Hindu legends.<sup class="reference"></sup></p><p>An alternative etymology derives the name from the name of the<span> Vedic</span><span> </span>sage <span>Kashyapa</span><span> </span>who is believed to have settled people in this land. Accordingly,<span> </span><i>Kashmir</i><span> </span>would be derived from either<span> </span><i>kashyapa-mir</i><span> </span>(Kashyapa's Lake) or<span> </span><i>kashyapa-meru</i><span> </span>(Kashyapa's Mountain).<sup id="cite_ref-Snedden2015_11-1" class="reference"></sup></p><p>The word has been referenced to in a Hindu scripture mantra worshipping the<span> Hindu</span><span> </span>goddess<span> Sharada</span><span> </span>and is mentioned to have resided in the land of<span> </span><i>kashmira</i>, or which might have been a reference to the <span>Sharada Peeth</span>.</p><p>The <span>Ancient Greeks</span><span> </span>called the region<span> </span><i>Kasperia</i>, which has been identified with<span> </span><i>Kaspapyros</i><span> </span>of <span>Hecataeus of Miletus</span><span> </span> and<span> </span><i>Kaspatyros</i><span> </span>of<span> Herodotus</span><span> </span>(3.102, 4.44). Kashmir is also believed to be the country meant by <span>Ptolemy</span>s<span> </span><i>Kaspeiria</i>. <sup id="cite_ref-14" class="reference"></sup>The earliest text which directly mentions the name<span> </span><i>Kashmir</i><span> </span>is in <span>Ashtadhyayi </span>written by the Sanskrit grammarian <span>Pāṇini </span>during the 5th century BC. Pāṇini called the people of Kashmir<span> </span><i>Kashmirikas</i>. <sup id="cite_ref-15" class="reference"></sup><sup id="cite_ref-Kashur_16-0" class="reference"></sup><sup id="cite_ref-17" class="reference"></sup><span> </span>Some other early references to Kashmir can also be found in<span> Mahabharata</span><span> </span>in <span>Sabha Parva</span><span> </span>and in puranas like <span>Matsya Purana</span>, <span>Vayu Purana</span>,<span> Padma Purana</span><span> </span>and <span>Vishnu Purana </span>and <span>Vishnudharmottara Purana</span>.<sup id="cite_ref-Patanjali_18-0" class="reference"></sup></p><p>Huientsang the Buddhist scholar and Chinese traveller, called Kashmir<span> </span><i>kia-shi-milo</i>, while some other Chinese accounts referred to Kashmir as<span> </span><i>ki-pin</i><span> </span>(or Chipin or Jipin) and<span> </span><i>ache-pin</i>.<sup id="cite_ref-Kashur_16-1" class="reference"></sup></p><p><i>Cashmeer</i><span> </span>is an archaic spelling of modern Kashmir, and in some countries it is still spelled this way. Kashmir is called<span> </span><i>Cachemire</i><span> </span>in French,<span> </span><i>Cachemira</i><span> </span>in Spanish,<span> </span><i>Caxemira</i><span> </span>in Portuguese,<span> </span><i>Caixmir</i><span> </span>in Catalan,<span> </span><i>Casmiria</i><span> </span>in Latin,<span> </span><i>Cașmir</i><span> </span>in Romanian, and<span> </span><i>Cashmir</i><span> </span>in Occitan.</p><p>In the <span>Kashmiri language</span>, Kashmir itself is known as<span> </span><i>Kasheer</i></p><p><img src="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ee/Central_edifice_of_Martand-Sun_Temple.jpg/228px-Central_edifice_of_Martand-Sun_Temple.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full" alt="228px-Central_edifice_of_Martand-Sun_Temple.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /> <a href="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e8/Srinagar_pano.jpg/800px-Srinagar_pano.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e8/Srinagar_pano.jpg/800px-Srinagar_pano.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full" alt="800px-Srinagar_pano.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p><p></p></div>Andaman Tour Packagehttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/andaman-tour-package-32021-09-06T11:19:59.000Z2021-09-06T11:19:59.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><div class="text-center"><div class="trip-description"><p>Tourism to the<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Andaman" target="_blank">Andaman and Nicobar Islands</a><span> </span>is increasing due to the popularity of beaches and adventure sports like snorkelling and sea-walking. </p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour Package 1/4 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630927122_4_1.jpg" /></div><p>Plans to develop various islands under National Institute of Transforming India Aayog is also in progress. Luxury resorts with participation from the Government are set up to plan in Avis Island, Smith Island and Long Island.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour Package 2/4 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630927131_6.jpg" /></div><p>A statue of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar at Cellular Jail.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour Package 3/4 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630927140_9.jpg" /></div><p>In Port Blair, the main places to visit are the Cellular Jail, Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Andaman Water sports complex, Chatham Saw Mill, Mini Zoo, Corbyn's cove, Chidiya Tapu, Wandoor Beach, Forest Museum, Anthropological Museum, Fisheries Museum, Naval Museum (Samudrika), Ross Island and North Bay Island.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour Package 4/4 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630927149_7_1.jpg" /></div><p>Indian tourists do not require a permit to visit the Andaman Islands, but if they wish to visit any tribal areas they need a special permit from the Deputy Commissioner in Port Blair. Permits are required for foreign nationals. For foreign nationals arriving by air, these are granted upon arrival at Port Blair.</p><p>According to official estimates, the flow of tourists tripled to nearly 430,000 in 2016-17 from 130,000 in 2008–09. The Radha Nagar beach was chosen as Asia's best beach in 2004.</p></div></div><div class="width-100 clearfix" id="wishlist-share-section-mobile"></div><div id="trips-view-bottom" class="margin-top-default"><div class="text-center"><div class="ad-section text-center overflow-auto overflow-scrolling display-inline-block"></div></div></div></div>Andaman Tour Packagehttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/andaman-tour-package-12021-09-06T10:40:52.000Z2021-09-06T10:40:52.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><div class="text-center"><div class="trip-description"><p>Detailed Day Wise Itinerary</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour Package 1/2 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630924734_bas.jpg" /></div><p><b>Day 1 Port Blair</b></p><p>Airport Pick Up. Later Trip To Cellular Jail Light and Sound Show.</p><p><b>Day 2 Port Blair - Havelock</b></p><p>Port Blair to Havelock Island in Cruise. Later Trip to Radhanagar Beach</p><p><b>Day 3 - Havelock - Port Blair</b></p><p>Kalapathar Beach . Later Depart from Havelock Island to Port Blair.</p><p><b>Day 4 Port Blair</b></p><p>After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight to your destination, with happy memories in<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Andaman" target="_blank">Andaman</a></p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour Package 2/2 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630924744_aaa.jpg" /></div><p><b>Inclusions</b></p><p>Well appointed A/c room Accommodation in below mentioned hotels.</p><p>A/c Vehicle for all transfer and Sightseeing at all the places/islands but not at disposal basis.</p><p>Breakfast at all the hotels.</p><p>All entry permits, entry tickets to all sight-seeing points, ferry tickets and forest area permits wherever applicable.</p><p>Private Cruise tickets (Base Category/Subject to Availabality) between Port Blair and Havelock.</p></div></div><div class="width-100 clearfix" id="wishlist-share-section-mobile"></div><div id="trips-view-bottom" class="margin-top-default"><div class="text-center"><div class="ad-section text-center overflow-auto overflow-scrolling"></div></div></div><div id="view-trip-comments"><div class="margin-row-large margin-top-default-xs margin-bottom-none-xs clearfix"><div class="col-lg-12 padding-none"><div class="margin-top-large margin-top-default-xs"><div class="font-smoothing"><div class="background-white border-radius-normal box-shadow-container box-shadow-none-sm box-shadow-none-xs border-none-sm border-none-xs border-radius-none-xs undefined"><div class="clearfix"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Maldives Tour Packageshttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/maldives-tour-packages2021-09-08T07:30:58.000Z2021-09-08T07:30:58.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><div class="text-center"><div class="trip-description"><p>The<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/International/Maldives" target="_blank">Maldives</a><span> </span>remained largely unknown to tourists until the early 1970s. Only 189 islands are home to its 447,137 inhabitants.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Maldives Tour Packages 1/6 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631085906_6_2.jpg" /></div><p>The other islands are used entirely for economic purposes, of which tourism and agriculture are the most dominant. Tourism accounts for 28% of the GDP and more than 60% of the Maldives' foreign exchange receipts. Over 90% of government tax revenue comes from import duties and tourism-related taxes.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Maldives Tour Packages 2/6 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631085914_5_2.jpg" /></div><p>The development of tourism fostered the overall growth of the country's economy. It created direct and indirect employment and income generation opportunities in other related industries. The first tourist resorts were opened in 1972 with Bandos Island Resort and Kurumba Village (the current name is Kurumba Maldives), which transformed the Maldives economy.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Maldives Tour Packages 3/6 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631085923_4_3.jpg" /></div><p>The resort island of Landaa Giraavaru (Baa atoll)</p><p>According to the Ministry of Tourism, the emergence of tourism in 1972 transformed the economy, moving rapidly from dependence on fisheries to tourism. In just three and a half decades, the industry became the main source of income. </p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Maldives Tour Packages 4/6 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631085934_3_2.jpg" /></div><p>Tourism was also the country's biggest foreign currency earner and the single largest contributor to the GDP. As of 2008, 89 resorts in the Maldives offered over 17,000 beds and hosted over 600,000 tourists annually. In 2019 over 1.7 million visitors came to the islands.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Maldives Tour Packages 5/6 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631085944_2_2.jpg" /></div><p>The number of resorts increased from 2 to 92 between 1972 and 2007. As of 2007, over 8,380,000 tourists had visited Maldives.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Maldives Tour Packages 6/6 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1631085956_1_3.jpg" /></div><p>The country has six heritage Maldivian coral mosques listed as UNESCO tentative sites.</p></div></div><div class="width-100 clearfix" id="wishlist-share-section-mobile"></div><div id="trips-view-bottom" class="margin-top-default"><div class="text-center"><div class="ad-section text-center overflow-auto overflow-scrolling display-inline-block"></div></div></div></div>Andaman Tour Packagehttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/andaman-tour-package-22021-09-06T11:30:03.000Z2021-09-06T11:30:03.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p>Tourism to the<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Andaman" target="_blank">Andaman and Nicobar</a><span> </span>Islands is increasing due to the popularity of beaches and adventure sports like snorkelling and sea-walking. Plans to develop various islands under National Institute of Transforming India Aayog is also in progress.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour Package 1/3 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630927715_13.jpg" /></div><p>Indian tourists do not require a permit to visit the Andaman Islands, but if they wish to visit any tribal areas they need a special permit from the Deputy Commissioner in Port Blair. Permits are required for foreign nationals. For foreign nationals arriving by air, these are granted upon arrival at Port Blair.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour Package 2/3 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630927723_9_1.jpg" /></div><p> Luxury resorts with participation from the Government are set up to plan in Avis Island, Smith Island and Long Island.</p><p>A statue of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar at Cellular Jail.</p><p>In Port Blair, the main places to visit are the Cellular Jail, Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Andaman Water sports complex, Chatham Saw Mill, Mini Zoo, Corbyn's cove, Chidiya Tapu, Wandoor Beach, Forest Museum, Anthropological Museum, Fisheries Museum, Naval Museum (Samudrika), Ross Island and North Bay Island. </p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour Package 3/3 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630927739_4_2.jpg" /></div><p>Viper Island which was earlier visited is now kept closed by the administration. Other places include Havelock island famous for Radhanagar Beach, Neil Island for Scuba diving/snorkeling/sea walking, Cinque Island, Saddle peak, Mt Harriet, and Mud Volcano. Diglipur, located at North Andaman is also getting popular in 2018 and many tourists have started visiting North Andaman as well. The southern group (Nicobar islands) is mostly inaccessible to tourists.</p></div>Andaman Tour packagehttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/andaman-tour-package2021-09-06T05:23:36.000Z2021-09-06T05:23:36.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p>Tourism to the<span> </span><b><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/Domestic/Andaman" target="_blank">Andaman and Nicobar Islands</a></b><span> </span>is increasing due to the Sparsely-populated beaches and adventure sports like snorkelling and sea-walking.Plans to develop various islands under NITI (National Institute of Transforming India) Aayog is also in progress.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour package 1/5 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630905677_9.jpg" /></div><p>Luxury resorts with participation from the Government are set up to plan in Avis Island, Smith Island and Long Island.</p><p>A statue of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar at Cellular Jail.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour package 2/5 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630905691_7_1.jpg" /></div><p>In Port Blair, the main places to visit are the Cellular Jail, Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park,</p><p>Andaman Water sports complex, Chatham Saw Mill, Mini Zoo, Corbyn’s cove, Chidiya Tapu, Wandoor Beach, Forest Museum, Anthropological Museum, Fisheries Museum, Naval Museum (Samudrika), Ross Island and North Bay Island.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour package 3/5 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630905698_6.jpg" /></div><p>Viper Island which was earlier visited is now kept closed by the administration. Other places include Havelock island famous for Radhanagar Beach,</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour package 4/5 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630905707_1_1.jpg" /></div><p>Neil Island for Scuba diving/snorkeling/sea walking, Cinque Island, Saddle peak, Mt Harriet, and Mud Volcano. Diglipur, located at North Andaman is also getting popular in 2018 and many tourists have started visiting North Andaman as well.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Andaman Tour package 5/5 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1630905723_5.jpg" /></div><p>The southern group (Nicobar islands) is mostly inaccessible to tourists.</p></div>Europe Tour Packageshttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/europe-tour-packages2021-08-24T09:19:55.000Z2021-08-24T09:19:55.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p>If you are at<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/Package/Index/International/Europe">Europe holidays</a><span> </span>then there are number of vibrant places waiting for you. At this wide scale, you will feel difficulty in the selection of best. It will like an excellent opportunity to feel great sense of freedom at the roads of Europe.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1629788518_asappieurope0001.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>You can discover your favorite destination or get the best city trip with the help of expert tour planners. Simply, enjoy the European destinations in your own way and know about the story behind such regions.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1629788529_asappieurope0006.jpg" alt="" /></div><p>The hidden gems of Europe provide you the chance to explore the beauty behind its secret destinations. Even if you are looking for romantic getaway then find the beauty in seaside areas for a perfect celebration with your sweetheart.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/tst/img/2150745/TripDocument/1629788537_asappieurope0007.jpg" alt="" /></div><p class="para-active">There are endless options with the popularity of Ski destinations, beach destinations, cultural destinations, culinary destinations and shopping places.</p></div>Stay: Port Blair 3N 3 Nights & 4 Dayshttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/stay-port-blair-3n-3-nights-amp-4-days2021-08-24T11:18:11.000Z2021-08-24T11:18:11.000ZAsapHolidayshttps://tripatini.com/members/AsapHolidays<div><p><b>Stay: Port Blair 3N INR 18,926/-</b></p><p><b>3 Nights & 4 Days </b></p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Stay: Port Blair 3N 3 Nights & 4 Days 1/3 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1629803284_9.jpg" /></div><p><b><i>Detailed Day Wise Itinerary</i></b></p><p><b>Day 1 Port Blair</b></p><p>Arrival at Port Blair in the morning by flight our guest relation executive will meet and greet at airport and transfer to hotel. After lunch, visit the Corbyn’s Cove Beach - 9 kms from Port Blair - a coconut palm fringed beach, ideal for swimming, sun-basking and bathing + start for tour of places in and around Port Blair (City Tour) - covering the famous Cellular Jail, Saw Mill (one of the oldest and largest in Asia), Forest Museum, Anthropological Museum, Fisheries (Marine) Museum, Naval Marine Museum (Samudrika), Andaman Water Sports Complex (for water and adventure sports like water-skiing, boats, water scooters, tube rides, etc.) and the Cottage Industries Emporium (Sagarika) - for shopping and souvenirs. In the evening, attend the enthralling Sound and Light Show at Cellular Jail - where the heroic saga of the Indian freedom struggle is brought alive.</p><p><b>Day 2 Port Blair</b></p><p>After breakfast our company’s vehicle will be there in the Hotel to pick you up for Andaman Water Sports Complex from where ferry will starts for North Bay- to see coral reefs, exotic varieties of beautiful ornamental fishes and other marine life. Optional Activities - Snorkelling, Glass bottom boat ride, Swimming, Trekking. From North bay start for Ross Island - from where the Britisher’s governed the entire Andaman islands, prior to India’s Independence. This island is an ideal destination for nature walk amidst sylvan surroundings with deers, peacocks, exotic birds, etc. Then proceed for a leisurely cruise (Harbour Cruise) in a steamer along the Port Blair Harbour - which takes one to Viper Island. The gallows a top a hillock here is sight to watch. Overnight stay at Port Blair.</p><div class="margin-none relative"><div class="margin-none relative"></div></div><p><b>Day 3 Port Blair</b></p><p>Early morning you will be taken to Phoniex bay Harbour to take a private catamaran M V MAKRUZZ / Green Ocean which takes one and half hour journey for Havelock Island. In Havelock Island our Company’s representatives will be there to meet you at the Harbour. Our company’s vehicle will be provided to take you to the Radhanagar beach- Asia's Best Beach and rated amongst world's top ten beaches. Radhanagar Beach (Beach #7) is the most beautiful on the island and was rated as the best in Asia by Time in 2004. Gorgeous, silky white sand backed by a forest that provides welcome shade looks out over turquoise water, some stretches with a sandy bottom good for swimming and some with excellent coral reefs that are great for snorkeling – a great combination indeed. Sunsets here are often spectacular and it's a popular time to be at the beach. After spending luxurious time in this pristine beach then proceed to Havelock harbour to take a ferry for Port Blair and reach Port Blair by evening and our company’s representatives will be at Phoniex Bay Harbour to pick you up and get transferred to the Hotel / Resort.</p><p><b>Day 4 Port Blair</b></p><p>After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight to your destination, with happy memories of your Honeymoon in Andaman.</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Stay: Port Blair 3N 3 Nights & 4 Days 2/3 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1629803298_10.jpg" /></div><p><b>Inclusions</b></p><p><b>1 <span> </span></b> 03 Night’s Twin sharing accommodation</p><p>2 Meet and Greet by our representatives on arrival at Port Blair Airport</p><p>3 Complimentary Airport Pick up and Drop</p><p>4 Transportation using Private AC Car with chauffer as per the itinerary below, inclusive of fuel, parking Toll Driver allowance</p><p>5 Full buffet breakfast daily in the hotel</p><p>6 Dinner or Lunch for 3 Occasions.(One Major Meal Either Lunch Or Dinner)</p><p>7 Bouquet of flower on arrival</p><p>8 Welcome Fruit Basket in the room on the day of arrival</p><p>9 Rose petals decoration on bed in hotels on the day of arrival</p><p>10 Visit to 3 Island by Private cruise Mark Marina</p><p>11 One session of snorkelling at coral Island (North Bay) for 01 couple</p><p>12 One session of Jet Ski ride at Carbyn’s Cove Beach at Port Blair for 01 couple</p><p>13 All sightseeing according to the sightseeing programme mentioned</p><p>14 01 candle light dinner with a bottle of wine with a honeymoon cake in a romantic beach/sea side restaurant</p><p>15 Daily 2 Bottles of Mineral water and tissue papers will be present in the car while sightseeing</p><p>16 To and fro Havelock Island ferry transfers will be by A/C Luxury CATAMARAN – M V MAKRUZZ / Coastal Cruise / Green Ocean in Premium / Executive class of seating</p><p> 17 24 hours on call assistance during your stay</p><div class="medium-insert-images"><img alt="Photo of Stay: Port Blair 3N 3 Nights & 4 Days 3/3 by Asap" class="lazy" src="https://static2.tripoto.com/media/filter/nl/img/2150745/TripDocument/1629803315_12.jpg" /></div><p><b>Payment Policy</b></p><p>1 INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.</p><p>2 30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.</p><p>3 Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.</p><p>4 Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of booking.</p><p>5 Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies by your booking agent.</p><p>for more details contact us -<span> </span><a href="https://www.asapholidays.com/" target="_blank">ASAP- Holidays</a></p></div>