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THE INDIAN WONDER:TAJ MAHAL
Northern India has its own significance due to diverse culture; amazing
monuments, wildlife, rivers, religion and climate.
Taj Mahal is one of the seven man-made
wonder’s of the world.The entire north India
from north-west to north-east is also very
important, strategically and from country's
safety point of view as well, as it borders
Pakistan in the north-west, China in north and
north-east, Nepal and Bhutan in north-east.
The pride of India is the beautiful Taj Mahal
which was built by Shah Jahan for his beloved
wife Mumtaz.
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KASHMIR- PARADISE ON EARTH
Mughal Emperor exclaimed "Gar Bar-ru-e-Zamin Ast ; Hamin Ast ,Hamin Ast
Hamin Asto. Meaning if there is paradise on this earth :This is it, this is it, this
is it.
Set like a jewelled crown on the map of India,
Kashmir is a many faceted diamond, changing
character
with
the
seasons
always
extravagantly beautiful.Three Himalayan ranges,
Karakoram, Zanaskar and Pir Panjal - snow
capped,majestic, frame the landscape from
northwest to northeast. They are the birthplace
of great rivers which flow through the Kashmir
valley.RajTaringini the chronology of the
Kashmir Kings written by Kalhana eulogizes the
beauty of Kashmir as follows:"Kasmira Parvati
Paroksh; Tat Swami ch Maheswara". Meaning
Kashmir is as beautiful as Goddess Parvati
manifest; and its owner is Lord Shiva Himself"
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HERITAGE OF UTTARANCHAL
Dehradun,the capital of Uttaranchal is one of the best tourist places in India
The Kumaon and the Garhwal offers
the traveller an array of well
preserved flora and fauna, wildlife
and
breathtaking
views
of
snowcapped peaks and green
valleys. The Kumaon region boast of
some of the best National Parks and
Wildlife sancturies like the famous
Corbett
National
Park.
Complementing the Kumaon region
is the temple city of Haridwar and
Rishikesh, the abode of the worship
for devout Hindus.
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EXCITING HIMACHAL
Himachal is god’s own abode and a land of many splendours:mountains,
landscapes,deep valleys,ice-covered peaks, snow-fed rivers, ancient temples, and
historic buildings….. A never ending list of nature’s treasures.
North India, strategically, most important part of
India has shaped the course of India's historical
and cultural evolution over the last 3500 years. The
three main religions - Hinduism, Buddhism and
Jainism; the origin of sacred river Ganga, Yamuna
and sources of many other important rivers are in
northern India. The mighty Himalayas from
Himachal
Pradesh
to
Arunachal
Pradesh
safeguarding the country are also part of the
northern India. Delhi, the capital of India has seen
the battle between many emperors and has been
ruled by them from time to time.
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NORTHERN BEAUTIES- THE ARCHITECTURAL WONDER IN STONE
Sprawling on the banks of the river Yamuna, Delhi, the capital of
India, typifies the soul of the country.
Within a radius of 3 kilometres, on the banks of the river
Yamuna, rises the crescent-like Agra Fort. Designed and built by
Akbar in 1565 A.D., the fort is surrounded by a 70 foot high
wall. It houses the beautiful Pearl Mosque and numerous palaces
including the Jahangiri Mahal, Diwan-i-khas, Diwan-i-Am and
Moti Masjid. The fort has four gates and is enclosed by a double
barricaded wall of red sand stone. Many buildings were
constructed within the fort of which very few remain till date.
One of the most significant ones is the multistoreyed Jahangiri
Mahal built by Akbar for his wife Jodha Bai. The Mahal is reached
through an impressive gateway and its inner courtyard consists
of beautiful halls, profuse carvings on stone, exquisitely carved
heavy brackets, piers and cross beams. Most of the panels in the
eastern hall are decorated with the Persian styled stucco
paintings in gold and blue.
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SPLENDOURS OF WEST
Exotic locations in the Western part of India adds charm to the Indian beauty.
The name 'Gujarat' is said to have been
derived from the Prakrit Gujjar Ratta or
Gujjar Rashtra - the land of Gujjars - a tribe
that entered India with the Huns in ancient
time and wandering through Punjab and
Rajasthan,
settled
in
western
India.
Even before the advent of the Aryans, Gujarat
had trade links with the ancient civilisation of
Sumer, Babylon, Assyria and Egypt. The preArayan Harappan culture survived here for
over five centuries after it was destroyed in
Sind and Punjab. The ancient port of Lothal
excavated recently has been identified as one
of the most important centres of the 4500
years old Indus Valley Civilisation.
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MAHARASTRIAN DELIGHTS
“ Welcome to the city that never sleeps! Pulsating, Alive, On the Move, Vibrant,
Fun -- this is Mumbai. The most modern city in India, it captures the spirit of
the changing pace set by liberalization and modernisation. ”
Maharastra- The Great Land, as the name
suggests, offer an abundant diversity of
riches. Located in the northern centre of
peninsular India, Maharastra is surrounded by
the Arabian Sea in the West and the state of
Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh,Karnataka and
Andhra Pradesh on its sides. Since ancient
times, Maharastra has been known for its
rugged people. The Mughal empire tried their
best to keep control of this region, however
time and again their attacks were repelled by
the Marathas. It was only after defeating
Marathas that the English managed to
establish their rule in India.
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RAJASTHAN
“ Rajasthan, one of the most colorful and vibrant state of India is proudly
associated with northern India.”
Rajasthan –”The Land Of Kings” is an
enduring legacy to India’s history.
Its
diversified
landscape
of
desert,lush plains and wooded
Aravalli hills, since time immemorial
has inspired poets,painters and
writers. From the grim,impregnable
forts of the kingdoms of Marwar
and Amber to the delicate frescoes
and screen work of Shekhavati and
the desert city of Jaisalmer, the
jewels old India are here in this
diverse and dramatic region.
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JEWELS OF RAJASTHAN
Rajasthan is the Indian state which borders Pakistan on the western side of
the country.
The important tourist places include
Jaipur,Pushkar,Jodhpur, Mount Abu, Udaipur.
Rajasthan, the very name conjures images of
vibrant colors, mysticism and royalty. A
Kaleidoscope of art, culture and religion ,all
of which find expression in the beautiful
temples, forts, palaces and tribal villages.
The name means "Land of the Kings" and the
Rajputs who lived here for over a thousand
years are known for their code of chivalry
and honour. They were never a threat to the
Mughal rulers of northern India, and perhaps
that is why so many of their buildings and
monuments still stand today.
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THE LAND OF RAJPUTS
The Rajputs were couragous and their bravery stories attract the world towards
it.Rajasthan, one of the most colourful and vibrant state of India is proudly
associated with northern India.
The land is characterized by its excellent work of
art. Most famous for its Forts and Palaces;
Rajasthan's Thar Desert and Cattle Fairs are no
less interesting.
Rajasthan's beautiful Pink City Jaipur, was the
stronghold of a clan of rulers whose three hill
forts and series of palaces in the city are
important attractions. Known as the Pink City
because of the colour of the stone used
exclusively in the walled city, Jaipur's bazaars sell
embroidered leather shoes, blue pottery, tie and
dye scarves and other exotic wares.
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THE SOUTHERN TRADITION
If there is one place in the riveting diversity of
India where there is tangible beauty and a
phenomenal thing like total literacy, it is in
Kerala. Kerala is full of good things, famous for
coffee plantations. This small State in the
southern tip of the Indian peninsula is an easy
winner owning to its great mind-blowing
landscape and infinity of intriguing customs,
high-intensity cultural life and educated public
so often dressed in white. From Kasargode to
Thiruvananthapuram the State is choc-a-bloc
with places that attract tourists and travellers
from all over the world.
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GETWAY TO THE DECCAN HIGHLANDS
The South India's coastal plains are backed by the mountains rimming the
wedge of the Deccan plateau. On these plains lie the best beaches in South
India.
India's Great Divide is the Vindhya Mountains.
They run from east to west, separating the fertile
river valley of the Ganges called the Ganga, from
the Deccan Plateau which occupies much of the
peninsula of India. The South India's coastal
plains are backed by the mountains rimming the
wedge of the Deccan plateau. On these plains lie
the best beaches in South India. On the rimming
mountains, the western and eastern Ghats are the
tea, coffee and spice lands.
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KERALA-GOD’S OWN COUNTRY
There is no other state in the country that can present so much enthusiasm for
life as it is visible in Kerala. Despite high population, the economic condition is
in much better shape than most of the other Indian states.
Basic civic facilities available to the common people are well in
place and people know what there rights are. Industrialization
(specially related to Information Technology) is taking place in
the state in its true spirit and much faster than most of the
states in the country. Influence from other countries has not
eroded the cultural values of the people and they celebrate all
the festivals with much enthusiasm. Combine all these factors
and you would know why Keralites consider their state as
God’s Own Country
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BANGALORE:THE GARDEN CITY/THE SILLCON VALLEY OF INDIA
Karnataka enchants,captivates and inspires all.
City Of Garden and the Pub city contrasts with the Royal
city of Mysore. Mist-clad mountains, cascading
waterfalls ,exciting adventure options- all make Ooty
and Coorg the most sought after destination, especially
for the honeymooners.
The founding of present day Bangalore is attributed to
the Magadi Chieftain, Kempe Gowda, who laid its
foundations in 1537. According to local folklore the
present name
Bangalore, derives from 'Bendakalooru'
or the town of boiled beans, a name given by Veera
Ballala, a king of the Vijayanagar dynasty, who having
lost his way in the forests was given a bowl of boiled
beans by a kindly woman here.
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THE BEAUTY OF SOUTH
. the southern most land tip of India, where the Arabian Sea, the Indian
At
Ocean and the Bay of Bengal meet, lies Kannyakumari, an important pilgrim
centre.
There is surplus coconut trees, palms and
many ayurvedic and precious medicines which
adds to the beauty. Nestled in the beautiful
blue hills of the Nilgris and rolling Palani Hills,
the delightful hill station of Ooty , Kodaikanal,
and Munnar all combine together in making
this one of the most desired gateway and
holiday destination for the families and the
honeymooners.
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GOA TOURISM
The marine life of Goa is similar to that found in Maldives. The presence of
wrecks in Spanish and Portuguese galleons and World War II ships make the
fish life prolific.
Goa's Spectacular Natural Phenomenon-a life line of
our eco-system Explore the natural wealth of our
eco-system Explore the natural wealth of our lush
green, moist, deciduous forests in the surrounding
of
Bhagwan
Mahavir
National
Park.
Also a visit to the Mahadev Temple at Tambdi Surla,
the only surviving structure of the glorious
Kadamba dynasty, temple architecture of the 12th
century,
blending
Hoysala
and
yadava
influences.The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva
and stands on finely ornamented monolithic pillars.
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The eastern part of India is enriched with beautiful mountains with greeneries
all around. Eastern Zone of India is rich in Cultural Heritage.
Most Popular tourist destinations for
this region are Calcutta, Former
Capital of India, Puri & Bhubaneshwar
Buddhist Circuit in Bihar, Monastries
in Sikkim, Kanchen Junga Range of
Mountains in Darjeeling etc.
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SPLENDOURS OF ORISSA
The magnificent Sun Temple at Konark is the culmination of Orissan
temple architecture, and one of the most stunning monuments of
religious architecture in the world.
The
important
tourist
places
include
Bhubaneshwar, Konark, Puri.Orissa is a land
blessed with the virgin beauty of meandering
rivers, endless emerald green fields,dotted with
picturesque villages,exquisite temples and vast
beaches. The poet Rabindranath Tagore said of
Konark that 'here the language of stone
surpasses the language of man', and it is true
that the experience of Konark is impossible to
translate into words.The massive structure, now
in ruins, sits in solitary splendour surrounded by
drifting sand.
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The Beauty of the
An alluring atmosphere of mystery, a land wrapped in velvety silence, is what
instantly strikes a visitor to Manipur, which literally means 'the land of jewels'.
Described by Lord Irwin as the 'Switzerland of India',
Nagaland, the land of Nagas lies to the south east
of Assam and borders Burma. There are about 16
major Tibeto-Burmese tribes in Nagaland
collectively referred to by the generic term "Naga".
About 90 percent of the people are Christians, and
they belong mainly to the American Baptist
Mission. Kohima, the capital is one of the prettiest
centres of the north east. Manipur, extending to
the south of Nagaland was formerly a princely
state. The Meiteis of Tibeto-Burmese origin, who
live in the valleys form 60 percent of the
population and are follower of Hinduism. The
state is rich in culture, dances, martial art, drum
dance, spear dance. Imphal, the capital, stands
right in the middle of the state.
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SPLENDOURS OF EAST
Many of Calcutta's imperial buildings are
located around the maidan, a large expanse
of lawns that forms the heart of the city.
They include the Victoria Memorial, an
imposing structure in white marble that has
a collection of paintings, manuscripts and
emorabilia, the Fort William, the Raj Bhawan,
the St. Paul's Cathedral and the Town Hall
built in the Doric style.
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EASTERN INDIA
The mountains and the greeneries draw the whole world close to it.
Cradled within the majestic mountains of the Great
Himalayas, experience the splendours of the popular
Eastern
Himalayan
hill
stations
of
Darjeeling,Kalimpong and the fabled kingdom of
Sikkim. The north eastern region of India constitutes
five states and two union territories. It is the least
explored region of India for various reasons which
include the infrastructure, special permits and
sensitivity of the of the whole region. The area is
dominated by the tribes speaking many different
languages and dialects. These states and union
territories border with Myanmar, Bhutan, China and
Bangladesh and connect rest of the India through
Siliguri corridor.
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Welcome to the “Heart Of India” – Madhya Pradesh.
Can the land of Khajuraho be any less exotic than the
famous temples? Madhya Pradesh is not called the
"Heart of India" only because of its location in the
centre of the country. It has been home to the cultural
heritage of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Islam.
Innumerable monuments, exquisitely carved temples,
stupas, forts and palaces are dotted all over the State.
The natural beauty of Madhya Pradesh is equally
varied. Consisting largely of a plateau, the State has
everything. Spectacular mountain ranges, meandering
rivers and miles and miles of dense forests offering a
unique and exciting panorama of wildlife in sylvan
surroundings.
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CENTRAL INDIA WELCOMES U
Madhya Pradesh, is a fascinating amalgam of an old historic city, and
modern urban planning.
M.P. is a vast plateau surrounded by the
Vindhya and Satpura mountains that
make a rugged descent into the valleys
of the Narmada and Tapti rivers which
have long served as a passageway
connecting east and west India. It is
situated on the 11th century city,
Bhojapal, founded by Raja Bhoja but the
present city was established by an
Afghan soldier, Dost Mohammed.
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INDIAN BEACHES
The Andaman Islands are a union territory of India.
The three principal islands are North Andaman,
Middle Andaman, and South Andaman. To the east
of the island group is a cluster of small islands
known collectively as the Ritchie Archipelago; to
the south is Little Andaman. PortBlair is the
administrative capital, and ships from the mainland
use its harbour regularly. The Andaman's are
generally hilly and are heavily forested. Timber,
coconuts, hemp, tea, coffee, and rubber are the
principal products.
Lakshadweep,union
territory,comprising
an
archipelago of 36 islands, which is located in the
Arabian Sea.
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