Khajuraho Group of monuments, Khajuraho Travel Guide, Khajuraho Tour

Khajuraho, a small town, famous for the group of Hindu and Jain temple is located in the Bundelkhand region of the Indian state, Madhya Pradesh. This temple is the part of UNESCO World Heritage Site, these temples are famous for their beautiful and remarkable rock carvings. The Vindya range of mountains are perfect backdrop of Khajuraho, which makes the place more fascinating destination for the tourists.
 

Khajuraho Caves

The art or the architecture of the Khajuraho's temple is an indication of an essence of the philosophy of Indian artistic style. The amorous sculptures of Khajuraho depict Kama Sutra are unique in the world. These sculptures which represents the Indo-Aryan architecture, a lyrical hymn of love and passion is coagulate in stone, shows the Chandela dynasty's immense love and respect for the forbidden art.These temples are not only famous for its erotic sculptures, but these temples too have some revered Gods of Hinduism.

During the rule of  Chandela dynasty, these temples were built between 950 A.D to 1050 A.D. During the 13th century, when there was a decline of Chandela dynasty, then for years these temples were left covered under the dense date palm trees. The city has got its name from it, date palm in Hindi means Khajur. During the ancient times, the city was called Vatsa. 

In the year 1838, a British army engineer Captain T.S. Burt, have rediscovered them, but by that time 22 out of original 85 temples have only survived.

Climate

Khajuraho has got an extreme variation in the day and night, with minimal rainfall. The summers are usually too hot with, 45 degree Celsius, the winters are pleasant with 27 degree Celsius. Since summer months are too hot, winter is the perfect time to visit. Another good time to visit Khajuraho is March, during that time Khajuraho dance festival takes place. So its better to visit Khajuraho from September to March.

Tourism

In every temple one will have a chance to see the depiction of kinship, royalty, armies, wrestling, marriage, courtship, lovemaking, dance, music, spiritual teaching, meditation, plants, animals, and abundance of all human forms.

Audio guides

The Archeological Survey of India have introduced official self guided, audio tour facilities for international standards for visitors. This device allows the visitors to see the Khajuraho Group of Monuments at their own pace. Guides may avail this service from the official audio guide booth, near monument ticket counter. Prices for audio service guides are Rs.100 for English and other foreign languages and Rs.60 for Hindi and other Indian languages.

Western Group of Temples

The entry fee of Rs.10 is for the Indians and USD $5 for the foreigners to enter the western group of temples, if anyone has got the ticket of Taj Mahal, can use it here.The temples are open from sunrise to sunset. These group of temples are richest and largest of all the temple group.

Lakhmana Temple: This Vaishnavite temple is one of the oldest and finest temple among the western group of temples,is named after the ruler, who built this temple. There is an A horizontal beam over the entrance of this temple, which shows the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu with her consort and Shiva with Lakshmi.

Lakhmana Temple

Kandariya Mahadeo Temple: This temple is beautifully decorated with the many sculptures which are considered to be among the greatest masterpiece of Indian art.

Kandariya Mahadeo Temple

Devi Jagdamba Temple: This temple is dedicated to the Goddess, is smaller in size and well proportioned temple, and is considered to be the home of the some of the finest sculptors of Khajuraho. The garbha griha has got the huge image of Goddess of Universe (Devi Jagdhambi), this temple was actually started as Vishnu temple. This temple has three band of sculptures, the third is in the uppermost house, has got some of the erotic sculptures.

Chaunsat Yogini: This temple is the only granite temple among the Khajuraho temple group.

Chitragupta Temple: This temple is dedicated to Sun God Surya, this temple is faced eastwards towards the rising sun.

Chitragupta Temple

Matangeswara Temple: This temple is actually dedicated to lord Shiva, a 8 ft huge Shiva lingam adorns the temple.

Varaha Temple:This temple is dedicated to the Varaha avatar of Lord Vishnu, where he holds the statue of Vraha means boar in the center stage and the Seshnag lying beneath. Tthe idol is carving of  Devi Saraswati, on the snout of Varaha, reflects that every word seeks blessings from Devi Saraswati.

Part of Varaha Temple

Vishwanath Temple: This temple is totally dedicated to Lord Shiva, also known as Vishwanath means master of the Universe, in that same premises also has a temple dedicated to Nandi, the companion, the attendent and the closest aide of Lord Shiva.

Light and sound show at Western group of temples is held at every evening, narrated by the Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachhan. For Indians, the entry fee is Rs.120, and for the foreigners

Eastern Group of Temples

Parshvanath Temple: This temple is largest among eastern group of temples, has got exquisite carvings in details. The sculptures which are on the northern outer wall of the temple, highlights the temple. These images were installed in 1860. The three roofs in the temple depicts mixture of Hindu, Buddhist and Muslim influence.

Parshvanath Temple

Ghantai Temple: This Jain temple has an embellishment, which depicts the 16 dreams of Mahavira's mother and a Jain Goddess on a Garuda.
Adinath Temple: This temple is dedicated to Jain God (Tirthankar) Adinath, this temple is beautifully decorated with artistic sculptures including yakshis.

Flying Celestial of Adinath Temple

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Brahma Temple: This Vishnu temple is made entirely of granite and sandstone,is considered one of oldest temple of Khajuraho.
Vamana Temple:This temple is located in secluded place, is known for its simple  architecture,this temple is dedicated to dwarf form of Lord Vishnu.

Vamana Temple

Southern Group of Temples

Dulhadev Temple: This temple is the last temple of Khajuraho, it lies south of the Ghantai Temple. A Shivalingam is enshrined on that temple. The striking feature of that temple is the ornamental figures and the sculptors of Apsara.

Sculpture of Dulhadev Temple

Beejamandal Temple: This temple is near Chatturbhuj Temple,is ruined now.
Chatturbhuj Temple or The Jatkari Temple: This temple is built in1100 A.D. this temple is devoid of erotic sculpturs. There is 9ft intricatly carved Vishnu idol on Chatturbhuja.

Chatturbhuj Temple

Khajuraho Dance Festival

Khajuraho dance festival is a weak long festivals of classical dances held every year against the backdrop of magnificently lit Khajuraho temples, is organized by the Madhya Pradesh Kala Parishad.
This festival highlights the richness of the various styleof Indian Classical dances like, Bharatnatyam, Odissi, Kathak, Manipuri, Kuchipudi, Kathakali. Recently modern dances are also added. This dance programmes are held in the open air auditorium in front of Chitragupta Temple and Vishwanath Temple belonging to the western group.

Khajuraho Dance Festival

Transport

Air

Kajuraho Airport is the nearest airport, which is 5 km away from the main city.

Rail

Khajuraho station was opened in the year 200,linking to Jhansi. There are trains from Agra, Varanasi, New Delhi.
Satna is the alternative station  for Khajuraho.

Road

Khajuraho is well connected by Satna and Jhansi withregular bus services.

Shillong Tourism, Shillong Travel Guide, Shillong Hill Station

Shillong is one of the largest town ans capital of the Indian state called Meghalaya. Shillong is the perfect place where you can have a perfect honeymoon with the clouds. This city has got a milder climate than the tropical India, as this place is located in surging pine covered hills. The city which is popularly known as abode of clouds, is1496 meters above the sea level; since Shillong is a home of many waterfalls, hence it is called the Scotland of East. One will find the a touch of British legacy still today, in the architecture and also in the food habits of the residing people of Shillong.

View of Shillong

The architecture of the houses of Shillong, is that of the Assam style; the roofs are slanting, large number of windows are present and the floors are made of wood, which looks like a piece of art. These Assam style houses is beneficial for Shillong as this place receives heavy rainfall, and are very much prone to earthquake. During the monsoon, Shillong receives heavy rainfall, this last for a longer period of time than rest of India. Therefore, an umbrella is very necessary, tourists who wishes to visit Shillong, must pack an umbrella in their bag. Although people avoid to visit Shillong during the monsoon, but this is the time, Shillong remains clean as all the garbage are cleared with rain water and at that the waterfalls are at full strength.

Climate

Shillong has got a pollution free summer, where the temperature remains 23 degree Celsius, the temperature of Shillong varies 4 degree Celsius during the winter months. Usually Shillong receives less perspiration, then rest of the country. Shillong and monsoon goes simultaneously, the monsoon arrives in the June and rains until, the end of August.

So, it is advisable, that the best time to visit Shillong is during October to November and March to April.

Places of interest

 There are many places in and around Shillong, which are tourist spots, here we will be discussing some of the well known tourist spots.

Elephant Falls

Elephant Falls, is in the upper Shillong area, it also houses the Eastern Air Command of Indian air Force. This picturesque waterfall is more of a collection of smaller falls, it is not a continuous falls.This scenic fall has got a footpath which leads to the bottom of the fall from where it reaches a small lake. The name of this Elephant Fall was given by the British, as there is a rock by the side of the fall, which resembles elephant, this rock was destroyed in earthquake.

Elephant Falls

 Shillong Peak

Shillong Peak is 1965 meters above sea level, is the highest point in Meghalaya. From this point, you can have bewildering view of Shillong, the city's beauty during the night is something worth to remember. It also has the radar station of Indian Air Force , the tourists are advised not to take snaps of the radar facilities there, they should once declare their camera, as soon as they reach the point.

Shillong Peak

 Entomological Museum (Butterfly Museum)

This museum has got a huge collection of different types of butterflies. This museum is very beneficial to the students of Zoology. This museum is not only attractive and beneficial for the children but also for the adults too as they will have an opportunity to enjoy and play with the different kinds of colorful butterflies. This Museum present some of the fine and rare species of butterflies and moths.

Shillong Golf Course

Shillong Golf Course is the first golf course in India which has 18 holes in it, it is almost at an altitude of 5200ft. This place is like a dreamland for the putters. This golf course is one of the beautiful and is located in such a unique place, that it is compared with the 'Glen Eagle Course' of the United States.

Shillong Golf Course

Bishop and Beadon Falls

These two very beautiful falls are located in the Suna valley. Suna is a home to many wild animals, like leopards, langurs, deer, wild cats and variety of bird species.

Beadon Falls

Bishop Falls

Sweet Falls

Sweet Falls is a very steep fall, and is located in the Happy Valley. It is advisable that extreme caution should be taken, as there are no barricades, the rocks are always very slippery due to rain or dew.

Sweet Falls

Lady Hydari Park

Lady Hydari Park is a place where variety of local flowering plants and orchids are found. There is a mini zoo and a deer park which is spread more than a kilometer. This place has got a beautiful picnic spot for the local crowd. This park is named after Lady Hydari, wife of the then Governor of Assam.

Lady Hydari Park

Flowering Plants at Lady Hydari Park

Wards Lake

Wards Lake is an artificial lake, has got a garden and a boating facilities. Wards Lake is locally known as Nan-Polok.

Wards Lake

Don Bosco Centre of Indigenous Culture

The Don Bosco Museum is actually part of DBCIC (Don Bosco Centre of Indigenous Culture). DBCIC comprised of research on cultures, publications, animation programmes, training. The museum which is a place of knowledge sharing about the culture of north east in particular and other cultures too. DBCIC is at Mawlai, Shillong.

Transport

Although Shillong is well connected by road. But Shillong has got no rail connection, air connection are not that of worth. Umroi airport is the only airport of Shillong , where limited flights ply.

Roadways

Shillong is well connected with the other northeastern states, two major national highways passes through Shillong, they are National Highway 40 is connected to Guwahati; National Highway 44 is connected to Tripura and Mizoram.
Private buses and state transport buses ply to and from Shillong daily. Sumo taxis are also available to the destination like Tripura, Guwahati and other cities and towns of north eastern states.

Nainital Tourism, Nainital Travel Guide, Nainital Hill Station

Nainital, in Uttarakhnad, is one of the popular Indian hill station. The name Nainital, is derived from its famous lake, called Lake Naini. This dream place is nestled in amidst of the mighty peaks of the Kumaon hills, this dream place offers one a lot. Nainital, to provides with all the facilities, one would love to have in a hill station from, exploring Jim Corbett's home, to feeding animals in the zoo, from boating, to picnicking on the hills. Lake Naini has separated Nainital into two parts: Tallital and Mallital. In the southern side of the Lake is Tallital and on the northern upper reaches of the lake is Mallital. In the year 1880, this town was destroyed in the landslip, but later, Nainital was re-built by the British. This place is renowned for its lake, prestigious educational institutions. Nainital is also known as the Lake district of Uttarakhand. If anynone is planning to make a trip to this dream land, then Summer time in India that is from May to July, is the perfect time. Nainital is great place for the couples , those who are planning for honeymoon.

Nainital

Climate

Nainital experience temperate summer, the maximum temperature in summer is almost  27 degree Celsius, and 7 degree Celsius is the minimum temperature. Nainital draws maximum tourists in the months of summer. While, during the winter months, Nainital receives snowfall between, December to February, the maximum temperature in the winter is almost 15 degree Celsius, while the minimum temperature is almost -3 degree Celsius.

Snowfall in Nainital

Tourism

Tourism is one of the important segment of  Nainital's economy. The following are the places which are mostly visited by the tourists.:

Nainital Lake

Also popularly known as Lake Naini, this eye-shaped lake is situated in the heart of the city, Nainital earned its name, owing to this lake. This lake is a hotspot and attracts tourists like magnet, those who visit this hill resort. Well, the tourists can indulge themselves in the leisurely walk along the bank of the lake, or can indulge themselves in boating. Tallital is the southern end of the lake, while Mallital is the northern end of the lake. The two banks of the lake is connected by the Lake Bridge, which has quite a few shops and post office, this is the only one post office in the world to be located on a bridge.

Nainital Lake

Naini Devi Temple

On the northern shore of Lake Naini, is the Naini Devi Temple, the deity which presides in this temple is the Naina Devi, she is represented by two netras (eyes). On the both the sides of Naina Devi are the deities of  Lord Ganesha and Mata Kali. Nainital is actually believed to be one of  the Shaktipeethas, one of the body part of Sati fell, when Lord Shiva was carrying her body. It is assumed that the eyes (netras) of the Goddess have fallen here. This shrine is a must visit for the Hindu devotees, those who visits Nainital, this temple was reconstructed after it got damaged in the landslide of 1880. From the temple, overlooking the lake, one can get a beautiful view of the hill station.

Naini Devi Temple

St. John in the Wilderness

This church was established in the year 1844, this church is north of the town Mallital and almost half a mile north west of the Naina Devi Temple. This church was named after Daniel Wilson , the Bishop of Calcutta, who fell ill, during his visit to Nainital in 1844, to lay the foundation of the church, he was obliged to sleep in an unfinished house in the edge of the forest. The names of the victims of the landslide in 1880, was altered on the brass plaque.

St. John in the Wilderness

Governor's House

Governor's house is also known as Raj Bhavan, This Government House was built in the year 1899, this was designed in the Victorian Gothic domestic style, F.W Stevens was the architect of the Government House. Now the Raj Bhavan has become the guest house for the Governor of Uttarakhand and for the state guest.

Governor's House

Snow View

Snow View is at an altitude of 7,450 ft and is located at the top of  Sher-ka-danda Ridge which is north by north east of the town center, and is easily accessible by cable cars. Charges for the car is Rs.150 per person and for children it is Rs.75. There is a charge for staying an hour at that point. The timing of visiting Snow View is from 10 am to 5 pm. On a very clear day, one will be spell bounded to see the snow clad Himalayas, including Nanda Kot, Trishul, Nanda Devi. Late October to November are the best time to view this mountains.

Snow View

Naini Peak

Naini Peak is also known as Naina Peak, Cheena Peak or China Peak, is the highest peak of the town, with the altitude of 8,579 ff, and at the walking distance of 6km from the north end of the town Mallital. From the top of the peak, one will have a opportunity not only to view the broad swath of snow capped Himalaya, but also will be lucky enough to have a panoramic view of the Nainital town.

Naini Peak

Tiffin Top

Tiffin's Top is also popularly known as Dorothy's Seat, is almost 7,520 ft on Ayarpatta hill, which is almost 4 km from the center town and they offer an amazing. Dorothy's Seat is actually a stonework picnic perch on the Tiffin Top was built as a memorial of a British Army officer's wife Dorothy Kellet by her husband Col. J.P Kellet.

 

 

Tiffin Top

Gurney House

Gurney House is a former residence of Jim Corbett is on the Ayarpatta hill. Before leaving for Kenya, Jim and her sister Maggie, sold this house to a zamindari family from Bihar. Though this is a private residence, but this house is open to all the visitors as a museum of Corbett memorabilia.

Gurney House

Place's near Nainital

The Jim Corbett National Park

One of the oldest national park in India is in the Nainital district. Jim Corbett National Park is west by north west of Nainital, contains a large variety of species, starting from tiger, sambar deer, chital, elephant, flying fox, wild boar, Indian Pangolin, King Cobra, hedgehog.

The Jim Corbett National Park

Mukteshwar

Mukteshwar can be called a picturesque town, which is almost 52 km north east of Nainital, is also a place of Indian Veterinary Institute.One will also have a chance to view the unhindered  high mountains of western Himalayas, including Trishul, Nanda Kot and Nanda Devi.

Bhimtal Lake

Bhimtal Lake is the biggest lake of Nainital, is almost 22 km from the city. This lake is named after second Pandava brother in Mahabharata, Bhim, who was known for his prestigious strength. This lake is almost 4,490 ft in height. There is a popular restaurants on the island of the lake. In the 17th century a temple complex was built, Bhimeshwar, beside a 40 ft high dam was built at one end of the lake.

Bhimtal Lake

Transport

Rail

Kathgodam is almost 35 km away from Nainital, is the nearest railway station. Trains for Kathgodam are available from  Delhi, Gorakhpur, Lucknow Dehradun, Howrah (Kolkata), Haridwar.

Road

There is a daily bus service from Delhi, the buses leaves from ISBT  Anand Vihar Delhi, and runs by Uttarakhand roadways.

Air

PantNagar Airport is the nearest airport of Nainital, this airport handles only six schedule flights a week.

Udaipur Travel Guide, Udaipur Tourism

Udaipur, in Rajasthan was the capital of former princely state called Mewar, is famous for its palaces and lakes. A current favorite place not only for the Westerners, but also a popular honeymoon destination for the newly wed couples.Udaipur is called the Kashmir of Rajasthan a reference with the lakes, this awesome place is also referred as one of the romantic city of India. This town is in the heart of the mountain Aravalli, this mountain offers three interconnected rivers within the town, they are the Lake Pichhola , the Fateh Sagar lake, and the Swaroop Sagar Lake. This city can also be called the the mixed blend of both enchanting old and modern town with the forts, palaces, gardens, fountains, temples, mountains, those narrow lanes, relives us of those heroic past and chivalry and valor.

Culture

This beautiful city receives ample of tourist from all over the world every year. Bhil tribes still inhabits here in Udaipur. The dwellers of Udaipur are very innocent, nice and friendly people, at first look, one may find them very difficult to talk to but, honestly they are very good at heart.In this modern world, this city still have not touch of modernity, the inhabitants of dessert are simple, cheerful and well built, these people are always very colorful, they prefer wearing bright, colorful clothes. The culture prosperity of Udaipur is depicted by their colorful fairs and festivals.

Colorful people of udaipur

Climate

The best time to visit Udaipur is between September to March. During the summer months, the mercury level stays between the maximum temperature of 42 degree Celsius to minimum temperature of  28. 8 degree Celsius. The winter months are usually mild, with the maximum temperature rising to 28 degree Celsius and the minimum temperature dipping to 2.5 degree Celsius.

Tourist Attraction

City Palace, Udaipur

On the east bank of the Lake Pichhola, lies the series of palaces built at different times from the year 1559, from the balconies of these palaces, one will be able to have a panoramic view of  "Jag Niwas". One will also have a chance to view from the balcony of those palaces, Jag Mandir on one side and city of Udaipur on the other. The main entrance of the palace is through the triple arched gate, commonly known as Tripolia built in the year 1725. this way now leads to courtyards, gardens, overlapping parations and terraces. Suraj Gokhda, is a place where the Maharanas used to present themselves during the times of difficulty to the people, in order to restore confidence. The Mor Chowk or the peacock courtyard is there, it got its name from the mosaic in glass, which decorates its wall. Another noteworthy feature is the Chini Chitrasha, in Bhim Vilas, one will get to see series of wall paintings of Lord Krishna. Apart from these things, there are other palaces, named after the princess of striking beauty, those who poisoned  their lives in order to avert a battle in their hand by rival price. Those palaces include Krishna Vilas, Dilkhush Mahal, Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal. Thousands of visitors come here to see the antique articles, furnitures, paintaing, which these palaces contains.

City Palace, Udaipur

Night View of the City Palace, Udaipur

Shiv Niwas Palace Fateh Prakash Palace are the former guest house of the palace, are now converted into heritage hotels.

Lake Palace

The Lake Palace, is made up of marble, is on the Jag Niwas island of Lake Pichhola, was built in the year 1743-1746. This palace was originally built as a royal summer palace, but now it have turned into a luxury 5 star hotel.

Lake palace

Jag Mandir

Jag Mandir, is famous for its garden courtyard, is another island in Lake Pichhola. Here Shah Jahan took refugee when, he was revolting against his father.

 Monsoon Palace

Monsoon Palace is known as Sajjan Garh Palace, this was the summer resort of Maharajas, situated at the top of the hill , fro there all the lakes can be viewed. This palace collect rain water, for the comsumption all through the year.

Monsoon Palace

Jagadish temple

The Jagadish Temple was built by Maharana Jagat Singh 1st in 1651, is a Hindu Temple in the middle of Udaipur. This temple is a very good example of Indo- Aryan architecture, a very example of art and architecture. This temple attracts many tourist every here. There, one will find some special things like Rajasthani dress and paintaings.

Jagadish Temple

Fateh Sagar Lake

Fateh Sagar Lake is in the north of lake Pichhola, was built by Maharana  Jai Singh in in the year 1678, but was later reconstructed and extended by Maharana Fateh Singh after the damage caused due to heavy rain. In the year 1993-1994, the water of the lake was vanished and again in the year 2005-2006, the lake again regained its water.

Fateh Sagar Lake

Lake Pichola

There are two island in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir and the Jag Niwas. This lake was originally built by Maharana Udai Singh 2, this lake is 4 km long and 3 km wide. Lake Pichola, has got many ghats like washing ghat, bathing ghat, these ghats, have to be approached by boats, from the city palace of Udaipur.

Lake Pichola

Maharana Pratap memorial or Moti Magri

At the top of Moti Magri or Pearl Hill, and overlooking the Fateh Sagar lake lies the memorial of rajput hero Maharana Pratap. One will get to see the bronze statue of Maharana Pratap, and astride his favorite horse Chetak.

Moti Magri

Transport

Air

About 20 km away from the satellite town Udaipur, is the Dabok Airport also known as Maharana Pratap Airport. Daily flights ply to cities like Jaipur, then Delhi and Mumbai.

Rail

Udaipur has got good railway networks with the major cities in Rajasthan and also other Indian cities. Some famous luxurious trains like The Palace on Wheels,Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, Maharaja Express, The Indian Maharaja, also makes a schedule stop at Udaipur. Some of the popular trains that connect Udaipur, with the capital of India (Delhi) are Mewar Express and Chetak express.

As a whole Udaipur, will make a memorable trip, a trip to Udaipur is always benificial not only for the students, but also for the others. This place is also a perfect honeymoon destination, aperfect mixed blend of

Goa Tourism, goa Honeymoon Destination, Goa Travel Guide

The map of India speaks that Goa is the smallest state in respect of area and fourth smallest in terms of population. Goa, is located in the West part of India, this region is popularly known as the Konkan Region. This smallest state of India is bounded by Maharashtra to the north and Karnataka to the south and east, while the Arabian Sea forms the western coast of Goa. Situated on the Malabar Coast, Goa is mainly popular for its sandy beaches, as one goes towards the Western Ghats , Goa becomes hilly. Mandavi and Zuari are two largest river of Goa, between the mouth of these two river lies the island of Goa called Ilhas. Panaji is the state capital of Goa, and Vasco da Gama is considered as the largest city of Goa.

Beach of Goa

Tourist Attraction

The most interesting fact of Goa is it is a perfect place where one will find excellent blend of traditional s well as modern aspects of life. If you touched yourself once at Goa, you will be mesmerized to see the plush beaches on one hand and  natural landscape on the other . It is very sure that natural waterfalls, forest, beaches, will together make your holiday a memorable one. Goa is ideal for the honeymoon destination, in few words it can Goa is described as a mixed blend of picturesque beauty and a touch of romance will make a perfect honeymoon destination. So here we are giving you the idea of some of the top places Goa:

Panaji

Panaji is one of the beautiful coastal town of Goa, which is adorned with churches and cathedrals and a sting of beaches which draw tourist from all the corners of the world. The biggest attraction of Goa, is the Carnival celebration in the month of February, people visit here, in this month to enjoy and to witness the colorful  parade on the street of Goa.

Goa Carnival

Dona Paula Beach

Dona Paul Beach is considered as one of the top visited spot in Goa, this beach is considered as a perfect destiny for the true lovers. This splendid beach is a place to enjoy the water sports, apart from that one can enjoy sunbathing and various other items from the local vendors. National Oceanography Institute is also be spot here. In fact this place is a haven for true lovers.

Dona Paula Beach

Chapel of St. Francis Xavier
Churches are one of the must see in Goa, the Chapel of St. Francis Xavier draws a largest tourist all through, the year, and is one of the must see in Goa.

Chapel of St.Francis Xavier

Anjuna Beach

Anjuna, almost 8 km away from west Mapusa, in  Goa, this place is attractive due to picturesque fluorescent painted palm trees all around and for not so famous dull moon parties. Anjuna Beach is also famous for its rocking rave parties during Christmas and New Year.

Anjuna Beach

Baga Beach

One of the top beach of Goa, is Baga Beach. Baga, is almost 10 km west of Mapusa, is actually the extension of Calanguate beach, considered as one of the top visited place in Goa, sometimes the local people finds it difficult to decide from where it begins and where it ends.

Baga Beach

Fort Aguada

In Goan history, this monument occupies a special place. This fort holds a special place for the military, as this fort is an excellent example of military architecture.

Fort Aguada

Fact File

Language:  Konkani and Marathi

Climate: Tropical Monsoon Climate

Food: Apart from Goan cuisine, rice and fish are the staple food.

Beverage: Cashew feni

Transport

Air

Goa international Airport  is at INS Hansa, is a civil enclave, and there is naval airfield is near Dabolim at Vasco da Gama.

Road

Goa's public transport usually consist of private buses, connecting well to the other part of  the state. Four national highways passes through this state.

Rail

Goa has two railway lines one is Konkan Railway and other is South Western Railway.

It is a mater of the fact that Goa is considered as one of the best honeymoon destination in India, this place is truly called the haven for the lovers. The natural beauty of Goa, and the string of beaches, makes an ideal place for the honeymoon.

Cochin Tourism, Tour Cochin, Cochin Travel Guide

Cochin is located on the Malabar coast in central Kerala.Cochin is considered as one of the finest natural harbors. This place is popularly known as Queen of the Arabian Sea.  Cochin is considered as the business capital of Kerala. This place is considered, the gateway to the most enchanting backwaters of Kerala.

Cochin

  Cochin is actually comprises of a group of island , scattered along the lake Vembanad. One of the most interesting feature about Cochin is, it is a place of mixed culture like English, Chinese, Jewish, French Dutch. It can also be said the Cochin is a drapery of various  culture, colors, which attracts tourists from all the corners of the globe to its shore.

Vembanad

Tourist Attraction

The most interesting activities in  Cochin tourist itinerary is to take a ferry ride across the vast backwaters of  Cochin. It is always treat to the eyes, to see the coconut palms all over, the Chinese nets faced the backdrop the setting sun, one will be absolutely amazed by the beauty of Cochin. Another thing which many other cities in India cannot boast is the amazing houseboat rides on the backwaters of Cochin where the boats glides in water from one place to another like a fish. The backwaters of Cochin always is in the top notch in the tourist map of this amazingly beautiful city.

Cochin Port

Cochin is always a good choice for, no matter whether you are there to explore the charm of Bygone era, or to taste the lip smacking food or there to explore their own traditional culture or their art forms, or you are there to free yourself from the daily hectic schedule of your life.

Cochin has got many famous tourist spots in and around, they include; the Bolgatty island, where the Bolgatty palace is situated, which was built in the year 1744 by the Dutch. Another attraction is the man made island known as Willington island, is also a must visit spot, this island was made by filling the dredged soil around the tiny natural island, which actually existed previously.

Bolgatty Palace

When one will make a trip to the heritage zone of Fort Cochin, one will be amazed to see the mixed culture of Dutch, English and Portuguese colonial rule even today. We all believe in love at first sight, don't we? The shady avenues, the sleepy streets and the touch of European heritage and the added cosmopolitan culture, actually makes one fall in love with Cochin at first sight. The best way to discover the city is take a leisurely stroll on the streets of the Cochin, which will tell you the thousand tales of this charming and delightful city. Sometimes, one falls short of words to describe the beauty of Cochin, so it is always advisable to visit this place at least once, take a ferry ride on the blue lagoons, experience the rustic life of the people of Cochin and obviously the beauty of the place, shop till your heart desires in the local antique shop, or enjoy your life to the fullest in the roadside cafe. The options are always your, when you are at Cochin, if any one wants to indulge yourself in Ayurveda massage, so one should always try the one at the Fort Cochin, which is the authenticate place of Ayurveda massage.

Fort Kochi

Santa Cruz basilica, Fort Kochi

Another place where one can spend time with your loved ones in the evening as well as one can have wonderful meet with the sun and sand. For you there are good eateries and restaurants which serves fresh fish items at a very reasonable prices.

Transport

Air

The Cochin International Airport Limited is almost 22 km away from the city Cochin, international and domestic flights ply regularly from this airport.

Road

Cochin is connected to all parts of India through its wide networks of roads and Highways. NH17 and NH 47 passes through the city. Apart from that there are bus services which keep Cochin well connected with the other part of the city as well as other part of South India.

Apart from that for distant locations cabs are always better option. Within the city auto rikshaws are always better. if any one wishes to visit Mattanchery or Fort Kochi, since they are close to the market place , so bike is always are wise options, there are many bike rental shops in the market.

Rail

The three major railway station of Cochin is Ernakulam town station, Ernakulam junction station and Cochin Harbor station, which provide regular train services to all the major cities of India.

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Climate

This city enjoys a uniform temperature, tropical climate throughout the year.

Best time to Visit

Usually, Department of Tourism some festivals and carnivals from the month of October and extend till end March, these are the time when tourist visits Kerala, apart from that due to some or the other events, all the twelve months are there for tourists. There is a new concept called "monsoon tourism" for the tourist to enjoy the dream season and and the monsoon magic of Kerala, this is also the time to rejuvenate Ayurvedic therapies are some of the theme offers one get in these holidays.

Cochin Carnival

In few words, it is an acceptable fact that Cochin tourism is very diverse in its own way. So it is better, come and experience this charming and friendly city, which is in one word is the "favorite" destination for all the tourist.