India is probably the only country that offers various types of tourism such as history tourism, adventure tourism, medical tourism, spiritual tourism, beach tourism etc.
Being an ancient country, India is a country of monuments. All in all these monuments are the destination of the traveler to India. These monuments bring the true colors of India.
The country offers an amazing range of adventure opportunities such as:
• Tracking, a perfect and balanced exercise for limbs, sheds excess body fat, keeps you agile and leaves you fitter than ever before by a trekking tour.
• The white water rafting on the Ganga
• Indus or Teesta to heli-skiing in the high Himalayas
• Hang-gliding and ballooning over the Indian plains to camel-safaris in the vast Thar Desert of Rajasthan;
• Chasing the elusive tiger on the backs of mighty elephants to trekking in the Himalayan ranges
Being an ancient country, India is a country of monuments. All in all these monuments are the destination of the traveler to India. These monuments bring the true colors of India.
These are just a few of the many options available to the traveler looking for a little more adventure. Keep your eyes and mind open to have new joys and you will be pleased with sweet memories.
By: Ram Kishore
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Tour India: Famous Places in India
January 25th, 2010Kausani – The Switzerland of India
November 1st, 2009
The beautiful hill station of Kausani is located in Uttaranchal, India. It is just 53 km away from Almora which is another beautiful hill station of the state. Called the ‘Switzerland of India’ by none other than the ‘Father of the Nation’, Mahatma Gandhi, Kausani is the pride of the Himalayas.
An epitome of serenity and tranquility, and much famed for its pine trees covered valleys and the views of the snow covered peaks of the Himalayas, Kausani is honeymooners’ paradise. From here, one can enjoy more than 300 km wide panoramic views of the Himalayas. The mesmerizing sight of the mountain peaks of the Trishul, Nanda Devi and Panchchuli from Kausani takes one’s breath away. Kausani is also much famous for its beautiful sunsets and sunrises.
The place is so beautiful that it compelled even Mahatma Gandhi to prolong his stay here. He was supposed to stay for just two days here but the idyllic and stunning Kausani enticed him to stay here for 12 days during which he wrote his book on Anasakti Yoga. The place where the ‘Father of the Nation’ stayed is the Anasakti Ashram that shows Kausani’s association with the Mahatma.
Kausani is also associated with the name of the great poet laureate Sumitranandan Pant who was born here. The Pant Museum at Kausani is worth visiting. Lakshmi Ashram at Kausani is yet another attraction of the place and worth visiting. It is symbolic of women emancipation.
Then there is the famous Baijnath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva which is just 25 km away from Kausani. This 1000-year old temple is located in pleasant surroundings and attracts people inspired by nature and religion. Mythology has it that the Goddess Parvati went to marry Lord Shiva from this place. The Nanda Devi Temple located 10 km away from Baijnath is yet another prominent attraction of the place. It offers wonderful views of the Himalayas and the pine covered valleys below.
Kausani is well connected by rail, road and air. The nearest airport is at Pantnagar which is 180 km away and the nearest rail head is at Kathgodam which is 142 km away. The best time to visit Kausani is October-November and February-March.
And oh, before I forget, let me tell you that if you are a bird watcher or derive pleasure watching the many species of the winged creatures, then you must surely visit Binsar which is near Kausani. The wonderful forest reserve and bird sanctuary of Binsar would enthrall you. Don’t be surprised if you spot some wild animals also at Binsar as the place has several of them. Binsar also offers breathtaking views of the snow capped mountain peaks of Kedarnath, Nanda Devi, Trishul, Chaukhamba, Nand Kot, and Panchchuli.
By: Sanjay Kumar Pandey
Put India At The Top Of Your List For Places To Travel
October 28th, 2009
India, the world’s largest democracy, is one country that shows various contrasting shades in every aspect of life. From snake charmers to high tech engineers, there is an opulence of variations. Travelers who visit India are sure to return.
If western India has desert then the world’s rainiest place lies in the eastern part. There are so many places to visit in India that time will fall short, not the places. To know more about the destinations that are worth visiting you need to follow some India travel tips.
It is always a good idea to do some background reading before you travel in India, so that your experience becomes all the more interesting and memorable. There are no problems related to the accommodations in India.
You can find 4-star and 5-star hotels of international standard with exceptional services and food that can hardly be compared with any other cuisine in the world.
The palace hotels and deluxe hotels in India are a world apart and many of them have even been declared as the “foremost hotels of the world”.
If you are a medium budget traveler, then there are 3-star hotels and many 2-star, 1-star, tourist bungalows, traveler lodges, youth hostels, holiday homes are there for travelers with a small budget.
As a first time traveler if you can look beyond the pollution, dirt and poverty on India, you can surely find that this country has profound vibrations with years of austerities practiced and has a beautiful and unique experience to offer to those who come here.
When you go to Northern India, you can visit: Jammu Kashmir, Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh that are situated at the foot of the Himalayas. There are hill stations like Shimla, Manali, Kulu and Mussourie that are famous for their gardens, flowers, snows, lakes and scenic beauty. You can enjoy various snow games here along with river rafting, trekking and mountaineering.
New Delhi is another state worth visiting because it is not only the capital of India, but there are many modern and historic places to visit because this state has seen the rise and fall of many empires. Red Fort, Coronation Durbar Site, India Gate, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar are some of the places of special interest for the tourists.
If you want to be in a tropical and beach heaven while your stay in India then visit Goa, which is an extremely popular spot for international as well as national tourists.
It has some of the cleanest and best beaches in India with some magnificent monuments that include churches. Some of the popular beaches are:
- Varca,
- Anjuna,
- Dona Paula,
- Baga
- Covala beaches.
When you move from Western India to North West India you can visit Rajasthan, a city of royal forts, waves of sand dunes, invincible forts, magnificent palaces and royalty in every part of it. You cannot come across as many paradoxes of India assembled in any state, as you can in Rajasthan. Some of the popular places are, Hawa Mahal, Palace on Wheels, Jaisalmer Fort, Jal Mahal and Lake Palace and much more. Amritsar is another destination worth visiting. It is in North India and one of the major cities for Sikh religion. The Golden Temple in this state is their sacred shrine. The Himalayas are also located in North India and spans in states like Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir, Sikkim, Uttranchal and Arunachal Pradesh.
You are certainly going to like the beauty of the snow-capped mountains peaks of Kashmir that have made it earn the name Jannat or Heaven. Make sure to read and research a bit, before you start out. Plan your next vacation to India.
By: Will Moore
