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Discover Delhi: Hop On To The HOHO Bus!

The grandeur of the historic city of Delhi cannot be experienced in just one day. Delhi, in its vicinity, holds many chronicles of India’s golden past. While some of them have become national heritages, the others still remain shrouded in isolation. Whether popular or not, the architectural heritages in the city remain destitute to the status of just old buildings. Forget about the tourists, not even the denizens of Delhi have seen them for once in their entire lives! This callous behaviour towards the glorious heritage is like an affront to our ancestors.

Whether it is the lack of knowledge about the historical sites or just the unavailability of transport or any other reason that has hindered your interest in Delhi’s history, it’s time to forget the past and get ready to explore the city in the most splendid way! Diligent efforts by the Government of Delhi to promote the architectural heritage have made it extremely convenient for everyone to experience the various historical delights with their own eyes. The concept of the HOHO bus was started by the tourism department for the tourists to experience Delhi in a very comfortable way by organising sightseeing tours across Delhi according to their preference.

The HOHO buses run on a specific route which covers a list of structures, allowing the tourists to board or deboard at any pick up/drop off point. This tour covers most of the museums, monuments, gardens, shopping bazars, hotels and galleries around the city. These buses are fully air-conditioned and extremely comfortable, and run at a frequency of 30 minutes. Entertaining tour guides are available at your service to make your journey joyous and memorable. A detailed guide of the routes of these buses is available at the government website, wherein you can choose your preferred route and book the tickets online.

Now that the government has made it very conducive for everyone to explore Delhi in its rfull glory, it makes it absolutely mandatory for you to spare some time and acknowledge the city you live in!

Bus Timings: 8 am to 8 pm

Bus Fare: Starting from Rs. 300 per person

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Most Unusual Destinations This Summer

There would hardly be anyone who doesn’t plan a vacation in the summers! The summer season most naturally makes everyone move away from home not only to beat the heat but also to revitalize your mind for the rest of the year. India’s varied topography offers a great deal of beautiful locations yet most us end up choosing the typical destinations of all times! Whenever the question arises, the most common choices turnout to be Shimla, Mussoorie, Nainital, Kerala etc. Having heard more than enough of these hackneyed destinations, here bringing into limelight some of the most unusual and unexploited destinations which you could try out this summer! So here we go-

1. Kodaikanal

Location: Tamil Nadu

A very small hill-station in the south, this place has an exceptionally divine scenic beauty! Dense forests, lush greenery, waterfalls and huge rocks are some of the must see attractions here. This place is also popular for its home made chocolates, plums, pears, eucalyptus oil and woolen clothes.

2. Tawang

Location: Arunachal Pradesh

If you want some undisturbed personal space for yourself, head straightaway to this place! With its unspoiled natural beauty, Tawang is surely going to mesmerize your senses. Mountains, lakes, valleys, rivers and the specially the Buddhist monasteries will welcome you whole-heartedly at this place.

3. Mcleodganj

Location: Himachal Pradesh

It is the residing territory of the renowned spiritual leader Dalai Lama. Absolutely serene in its aura, Mcleodganj is an enriching site that will bring immense peace to your mind. Monasteries, temples, architectures, rivers and greenery are the key attractions of this place.

4. Nubra Valley

Location: Jammu and Kashmir

Just the very mention of its location will fill your imagination with beauty, joy and gaiety. This is the valley of flowers and ripe fruits! The picturesque beauty of this valley will make you fall in love with it. The view here is immensely colorful and beautiful.

5. Kadmat Island

Location: Lakshwadeep

This is an 8 kilometers long island surrounded by a lagoon. If you are an ardent lover of beaches, this place will seem like a paradise to you! The glistening blue water of the sea and the vivid range of flora and fauna will excite you candidly.

This summer, think out of the box and travel to these unexploited destinations!

Sundarbans National Park

Mangrove of Sundarbans

The Sundarbans delta or Sundarban National Park  is the biggest and largest mangrove forest in all over the world. It is located in the southwestern delta region of the Bangladesh and west Bengal of India. This is an ultimate delta region created by the Brahmaputra, Meghna and Ganges rivers flowing into the Bay of Bengal.

Colors on Sundarbans

India has 9,630 sq kms as Sundarbans region, from which 5,400 sq kms are non forest area. The remaining part is forested area. This forest area is also known as sundarban Biosphere Reserve (SBR), which is further divided on the two sub forest. One is South24-Parganas and Sundarbans Tiger Reserve. Both subdivisions of Sundarbans forest divided by the river Malta.

Deep Forest of Sundarban

Sundarbans or Sundarvans is a Sanskrit word .The meaning of this word is “beautiful forest”. Locally this land is known as the name of “Sunderi”.The great Indian poet Rabindranath Tagore told about this region-“Golden Bengal”. Sundarbans is full with water and lush vegetation.

Sundarban National Park  world heritage property is blessed with the three wildlife sanctuaries (Sundarbans West, East and South) which are the main breeding place of a number of rare species of endangered wildlife. Creeks, swaps, islands, rivers, estuaries, deep merged forest, large muddy areas and tidal flats are the ultimate beautiful part of the Sundarbans.

Royal Tiger in Sundarban

Crocodile in Rest At Sundarban

A Beautiful Bird

It is merged by the complicated network of the tidal waterways, mud land and huge range of small islands of mangrove islands. The area is naturally full with saline water, limited sources of sweet fresh water. It is renowned for the wide range of flora and fauna. It is a well Conversant land of Royal Bengal tigers. This delta land is the natural habitat of royal tigers but there is a huge range of different species. Indian python, different kind of fishes, several reptiles, around 260 species of beautiful birds, spotted deer and saltwater crocodiles are the permanent wildlife member of Sundarbans. It is also a home of a large variety of migratory birds like egret, fishing eagle, kingfisher,black-tailed godwit ,ester knot curlew and golder plover.

Birds in Sundarbans National Park

Around 4 million people live in the Sundarbans, they are dependent on the traditional crops during the dry seasons and in the wet season fish and prawn farming is the source of livelihood.The Sundarbans region has great potential to emerge as an international tourist place but very less number of tourists reaches there due to less marketing, less road connectivity and lack of accommodation facilities.

Really it is the land of mysteries which are floating on the water, delta and a unique culture, home of old tales and incredible beliefs of local people on the regional god & Goddess.

Spend Your Vacation at the Exotic Beaches of Goa

The place with magnificent history is now a sought-after tourist destination in India. The attractions have dubbed Goa as Pearl of the Orient or Tourist Paradise. Though the place was under the rules of Rashtrakutas, Silaharas, Kadambas, Bahamani Muslims, Chalukyas, and the Portuguese, today, one could find the influence of Portuguese in the form of structures and cuisines. The elements like golden sun rays, azure ocean, sand castles on the beaches, scrumptious seafood, local markets, water sports, amazing nightlife, etc., have attracted tourist from all across the globe to visit the exotic beaches of Goa. Here are the top 10 best beaches in Goa, where one could enjoy memorable vacations:

Candolim Beach: As you reach Panaji, the first beach that you could reach out for is Candolim Beach. This beach is in the north of Goa and thus the beauty of the beach has attracted tourists from all round the globe. As this beach is not as jam-packed as the other beaches of Goa, you may spend time taking leisure walks, meditating, etc. This beach is also praised for providing opportunities to enjoy various water sports like water skiing, parasailing, etc.

Candolim Beach Goa

Palolem Beach: To reach this beach in South Goa, you need to drive for 40 minutes from Margao. This beach is mainly visited by international tourists or the Local fishermen. The shacks here are most preferred by the tourists. Moreover, the beach being in the crescent shape offers splendid views to the visitors.

Palolem Beach Goa

Baga Beach: Drive about 10 km from Mapusa to reach the Baga Beach. This beach, apart from being popular in India, is also a popular amongst the tourists visiting Goa from every nook and corner of the world. Known for tranquility and peace, this is one of the sought-after beaches to spend a memorable vacation. The beach is also well-maintained in spite of experiencing huge footfall all round the year. The tourists also praise this beach as they could enjoy various water sports, seafood, etc.

Baga Beach Goa

Mabor Beach: This beach is the true specimen of cleanliness, luxury and beauty. Here, you may spend quality time sitting under the beach umbrellas. Thus, the elements like coastal delicacies, Goan Sun and entertainment options have attracted tourists from all across the globe and assure a memorable vacation in Goa.

Mabor Beach Goa

Aguada Beach: For the nature lovers, Aguada Beach is the place to spend the vacation. The natural setting has made this beach be counted as the beautiful beach in Goa. The beach is covered with sand, making it ideal for the tourists wanting to enjoy sunbath. The churches as well as citadel also adorn this place. This beach is also praised for being ideal for various water sports.

Aguada Beach Goa

Dona Paula Beach: This is the confluence of Mandovi and Zuari rivers. Erstwhile a silent village, this beach is today regarded as the commercial area of Goa. As this beach is a paradise for tourists, one could also take pleasure in sunbath, water sports, shopping and sea foods.

Dona Paula Beach Goa

Miramar Beach: This beach is located in proximity with Panaji, and is also popular as Gaspar Dias. This is a perfect beach to be suggested for the newlyweds as they could spend quality time with each other. The long walks on the soft sand and palm trees outlining the beach is a perfect retreat for the honeymooners.

Miramar Beach Goa

Colva – Benaulim Beach: This beach attracted newlyweds from all across the world to spend their memorable honeymoon. The white sand adds to the specialty of the Colva Beach. The scrumptious delicacies have also attracted tourists from all across the globe to enjoy a memorable vacation.

Benaulim Beach Goa

Cavelossium Beach: The thatched roof houses and wooden shacks mark some of the remarkable elements of the beach. The tourists could also opt for an excursion to view Dolphins.

Cavelossium Beach Goa

Anjuna Beach:
The beach is generally flooded with artists and monks and is located at a distance of 8 km from Mapusa. The fresh coconut and scrumptious seafood also attract visitors from far flung regions. The visitors may also enjoy amazing night parties at this beach. Option for shopping is also available along the beach.

Anjuna Beach Goa

Places To Gratify Midnight Hunger in Delhi

Not everyone is a morning person; not everyone likes waking up early. Some people just want to admire the beauty and quietness of the night. They are the night wanderers who set out on the road once everybody else calls it a day. A fairly large population of Delhi subsists during those odd hours of night when most of us are sleeping through our dreams. While many of them are awake by choice, for some it is their work. Different people, different reasons, but what’s common is their search for food at these wee hours! Finding food at midnight when half of the city is sleeping can be difficult. But thank God, there are a good number of food joints in Delhi which cater to the needs of this other half. So, if you are one of such night lover looking for food in the early hours, here is a list of some eateries which will serve you good at any hour!

1. Comesum

Located at Inderlok, Nizamuddin station and Chandni Chowk, this place is one of the most visited places in Delhi. It is open round the clock and serves good food with seating arrangements.

2. Convergy’s Dhabas

Every youngster will swear by the coolness of this place! Located just outside their building in Gurgaon, this place offers some mind-blowing paranthas!

3. Moolchand Paranthe Wala

Located right opposite to the Moolchand metro station, this is a good option for you to delve into the crispness of paranthas in Delhi. Since it’s a roadside stopover, there isn’t seating space available here.

4. 1440 at Hotel Vikram

The best thing served here is the fish, although the variety here is immensely gratifying. Right from Bun Omlettes to Pastas, they serve almost everything that your taste buds can ask for.

5. 24*7 Outlets

This chain of departmental stores has flourished all over the city. This is one of the best places to depend on for midnight snackies! You can even get proper food like Rajma Chawal over here.

While these are some places which are open all through the night, food joints like Mc Donald’s, Slice of Italy, Starbucks, etc., are open till 1 am. Also available are the restaurants at five-star hotels. So now you have a fair idea of where to head to when your stomach longs for food at odd hours!

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Message to Nation from the Prime Minister of India

My dear fellow Indians and citizens of the world,

Namaste!

A very warm welcome to the official website of the Prime Minister of India.

On 16th May 2014 the people of India gave their verdict. They delivered a mandate for development, good governance and stability. As we devote ourselves to take India’s development journey to newer heights, we seek your support, blessings and active participation. Together we will script a glorious future for India. Let us together dream of a strong, developed and inclusive India that actively engages with the global community to strengthen the cause of world peace and development.

I envision this website as a very important medium of direct communication between us. I am a firm believer in the power of technology and social media to communicate with people across the world. I hope this platform creates opportunities to listen, learn and share one’s views.

Through this website you will also get all the latest information about my speeches, schedules, foreign visits and lot more. I will also keep informing you about innovative initiatives undertaken by the Government of India.

Yours,

Narendra Modi

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Murthal-The Parantha Junction For Travellers

Call it a mere observation- but a traveler most likely turns out to be a foodie as well and a foodie is often a keen traveler. Food and Travel go hand in hand! For food, we need to travel and for travelling we need food! This unique combination is the sole reason behind the blooming success of food joints or simply the “Dhabas” on the highways. Whether while heading towards a far away destination or just covering the distance for food, people love to eat at these Dhabas. One such food heaven is the super-popular Dhaba at Murthal!

Located at a distance of 48 kilometres from Delhi, Murthal is one of the fastest growing villages of Sonepat. Despite of being a small village, it has successfully grown as the most popular highway eatery! Murthal is loved for its eternal variety of Paranthas which are absolutely irresistible. The food served here is so scrumptious that people plan out special road-trips just to gratify their taste buds at these Dhabas. These Dhabas have a very clean ambience and the food served is extremely hygienic.

Murthal can be deemed as a potential weekend getaway destination owing to the feasible distance and the mouth-watering food served here. The rustic beauty of a village can be very well enjoyed at the wide paddy fields and tube-wells nearby. There are also a number of farm houses at Murthal. The very popular Murthal Haveli is also situated at a close proximity. And the best part amongst everything, this place is open round the clock! So, if you haven’t tasted the paranthas of Murthal as yet, plan your trip right away!

Overseas Indians Celebrate Modi Victory

Finally the Lok Sabha Election results were out on 16th May and the results were very surprising. The exit polls had already predicted a victory for the BJP, but such a thumping victory was the surprising element for the Bharatiya Janata Party.  It is a very significant result as it is the first time in 30 years that a single party has won the majority alone. This also marks the end of coalition government era. With this, the people have already built up the hope for a new and better India.

The emphatic victory of Narendra Modi was celebrated not only in India but also in the various parts of the world, in different countries, among the Indian community.

It was a festive mood everywhere. It seemed as if the Indians were celebrating some important festival. Chandrakant Patel, President of Overseas Friends of the BJP, declared it as “Diwali moment for us”. And indeed on 16th May early Diwali was celebrated.

In the USA the mood was festive and full of excitement. The USA has one of the largest Gujarati population. Indian Americans here celebrated the win by lighting up diyas and taking out processions. In many cities in the USA, the BJP supporters had held “election watch parties”.

India becoming important to the world was more realised when the live counting was streamed on the screens of the busy Times Square in New York. In New Jersey the Indian street was closed for general parking on 16th May, so that it would be easier for the people to celebrate the victory. People smeared each other with colours and danced the night away. Sweets were distributed among people; New Modi Thali has been introduced in the various Gujarati restaurants. Even the Modi kurtas have gone up for sale in the various Indian shops. This was just a glimpse of the popularity of Narendra Modi among the Indian diaspora.

In Atlanta, an NGO called Global Indians for Bharat Vikas, run by Dhiru Shah, organised an event 2014 Bharat-BJP-NAMO Victory to congratulate Narendra Modi. More than 100 NRIs attended the event. They gathered together to celebrate India’s historic epoch win in the general elections. They wished Modi well and hoped that under his leadership India will rise to a strong economically and socially developed country.

Even in countries like Australia the victory celebrations went all night long. Many Indians staying in various countries have decided to put up big screens to watch live Modi’s swearing in as he accepts the mantle for the top position as the new Prime Minister of the world’s largest democratic country.

In countries like Canada and other parts of Asia, where there is substantial amount of Indian population, people visited each other’s house to celebrate the win. There were discussions wherever a few Indians met. The only topic of discussion was Modi and his win.

Meanwhile, the congratulatory messages for Narendra Modi flowed from the various quarters of the world. The US President Barack Obama broke the ice between the US and Modi by congratulating Modi on his historic win. He invited him to Washington and expressed his wish to work with him and strengthen the ties between both the countries.

The British Prime Minister David Cameron also wished Modi on his success. Also to join the list were Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott, Afghan President Hamid Karzai, and Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. They all wished Modi and the BJP party for their win.

Congratulatory messages also came from the opposition party. George Abraham, chairman of the Indian National Overseas Congress (INOC) also congratulated the BJP party. He said, “The people of India have spoken and they have thrown in their lot with BJP-led NDA and their verdict ought to be respected by all”. He also added, “It is also a tribute to India that has proven beyond any doubt that it is a vibrant democracy that facilitates a peaceful transition of power [...].”

But in a few countries there is not much excitement on the Modi win. In the Arab countries, Indian diaspora have a mixed reaction. Under Narendra Modi’s leadership, while some see this as a hope for a new India, others still have the fear of being marginalised for being the minority. This is the main reason why the NRIs living in the Gulf countries are not very upbeat on the election results.

But overall this victory of Narendra Modi has been marked as a global progress of India along with socio-economic development, giving hope to the NRIs as well as the people of India for a strong India.

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POPULAR WATERFALLS OF INDIA

Now that the scorching summers are here, travellers are already dreaming of locations that can offer some respite. How about waterfalls this time?! India is blessed with a surprising number of water-bodies which not only accentuate India’s ethereal beauty but also are popular among tourists. Soothe Your soul by spending time around a waterfall! If you are looking for places other than the beaches, here is a list of India’s most spectacular waterfalls that will rejuvenate your senses!

1. Jog Falls, Karnataka

This place offers an absolutely breath-taking view of a giant waterfall. It is created by the Sharavathi River, which falls from a height of 829 feet. The water here falls vertically after leaving the bedrock surface, making it a plunge waterfall. This waterfall is among the top ten highest waterfalls of India.

2. Dudhsagar Falls, Goa

The river Mandovi is the source of water at this waterfall, which is located at around 40 km from Panaji. The water here falls from a height of 1017 feet in a series of distinct steps. This waterfall is actually located within a wildlife sanctuary.

3. Hogenakkal Falls, Tamil Nadu

Located in the Dharampuri district of Tamil Nadu, this waterfall is the result of the fall of the River Kaveri. Interestingly, the name Hogenakkal means “smoking rocks” in Kannada. The water here is popular for possessing a curative property, which attracts a number of visitors.

4. Dhuandhar Falls, Madhya Pradesh

This particular waterfall in not known for its height but strangely for its roar. Located near Jabalpur, the waterfall is just 30 feet high but exhibits a very foggy effect, which entitles it to such a name. The grandeur of this waterfall is absolutely spell-binding.

5. Athirappaly Falls, Kerala

Located in the Thrissur District of Kerala, it falls from a height of 82 feet. The river Chalakuddy forms this waterfall, which has been a scenic part of a number of bollywood movies like Dil Se, Guru and Raavan. The Athirappaly Falls are also known as the “Niagara Falls of India”.

Popular Mango Varieties in India

Summers are here and so are the infinite perks of this season! Summers not only bring in much more liveliness and zest into our lives but also open up a wide variety of opportunities for us. For some it gives them the freedom to wear their favorite clothes, for others it’s that time of the year when they can cheerfully enjoy their pool parties. But for me it defines the time when I can tantalizingly welcome the king of fruits- Mango!

Words fall short while even trying to describe my ineffable love for this fruit. Mango is probably the most variegated fruit of India. There are almost 500-1000 cultivars of different mangoes in the country. This huge variety not only differs in its shape, size and color but also in its scrumptious taste. Though it is not possible to describe all the varieties, today I will talk about the most famous types of Mangoes in India-

Famous Mango types

1. Alphonso

Also known as Hapoo, this is the most expensive variety of Mangoes in India. Maharashtra, Gujarat and Karnataka are its prime producers. It has a fibreless pulp and douses into the mouth as a smooth-creamy mango. This variety of Mango is popular all over the world.

Season: May-June

2. Chaunsa

The name was given by the Muslim Suri Emperor, Sher Shah Suri. It is sweet, juicy and very nutritional. The heavenly sweet taste of this mango will make you lick every drop of its nectar. It is mostly grown in the northern part of India.
Season: July end-August

3. Dasehri

It is the oldest variety of Mangoes in India since its origin can be traced back to almost 200 years in the past. The sweet syrup of this mango makes you suck almost 2-3 mangoes at a time. Uttar Pradesh is the largest producer of this variety of Mangoes.

Season: June- July

4. Langra

The mother tree of this variety exists in Varanasi. Since the owner of that tree was unfortunately lame, the mango was thus named as “Langra”. This variety is distinctively fibrous with a unique taste as well. It is majorly grown in Haryana, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.

Season: Mid-July- August

5. Safeda or Banganapalli

These mangoes have a very beautiful yellow color and are sweet and fibreless in taste. It is the most eaten variety of Mangoes which comes straightaway from Andhra Pradesh.

Season: April to June

6. Kesar

This variety of mangoes is precisely consumed raw or used for making Aamrus. It comes from the Ahmedabad region of Gujarat and thus is also known as the Gujarat Kesari. It has a very intense aroma that spreads out in the entire house.

Season: June-Early July

7. Neelam

This is one variety that grows throughout the country. With its specialty in Hyderabad, it is a large-yielding variety of mangoes. Though it arrives early in the season, the best variety is served only in June.

Season: May-July

8. Sindoora

Its reddish color has entitled this variety with the name of Sindoora. Extremely juicy and pulpy in taste, this mango is one of the tastiest mangoes one can ever have.

Season: Mid-May to Mid-June

Bizarre Places in India

Not only for its diversity but India is also known for many bizarre and mystical destinations. Fear, respect, suspense, folklores, curse and many such things make these weird places more mysterious and arouse curiosity. Some of the places are beyond scientific explanation.

Kuldhara – Rajasthan (Ghost Town)

Kuldhara is an abandoned village in Rajasthan and famous as a ghost town. Located at a distance of 15 km from Jaisalmer, the town was once home of Paliwal Brahmins. Though the village has now been completely devastated but one can clearly make out the life back in the 18th century by looking at the ruins of the houses and streets. Paliwal Brahmins left the village at night in 1825 and cursed the place. As per folklore, the minister of the state, Salim Singh fell for the very pretty girl of Paliwal Brahmins in the village. He wanted to have that girl and threatened the villagers. The chief of the village decided to leave the place. On his orders, the villagers too left the village one night and migrated somewhere else. But neither anyone saw them going anywhere nor could figure out where they went.

Chandipur Beach – Hide-and-Seek Beach of Orissa

How will you react if something in front of you disappears? It is both surprising and scary. Chandipur Beach is one such magical place in Orissa that appears with high tide and disappears with low tide. This hide and seek behavior of the beach adds uniqueness and makes it a popular tourist destination. It recedes almost 5 kilometers twice a day. The seashore is bordered by amazing casuarinas trees to create the delightful view of Sunrise and Sunset.

Magnetic Hill or Gravity Hill in Ladakh

Have you ever imagine a vehicle moving uphill with its ignition turned off? It seems quite bizarre and illusionary. Well, you can experience this in Leh at Magnetic or Gravity Hill. The Hill is located on the Leh-Kargil-Batalik National Highway, about 30 kms from Leh and has extremely strong magnetic power. The power is so strong that it can even pull a car uphill at a speed of 20 km/hr depending upon the type of vehicle. Passing aircrafts have to change the altitude to escape from the magnetic pull. But some feel that it is just an optical illusion and there are no magnetic field or unknown forces behind this.

Thalon Caves – Manipur

Thalon Caves is a way to an unknown world of Hoabinhian culture which is a middle to late Stone Age culture and marked by agricultural village settlements. This of course is not a usual place to visit in India. Located under Tamenglong district, Thalon Caves bring Manipur in the list of most bizarre places in India. Anthropologists and archaeologists from all over the world visit Thalon Caves which were discovered by Maharaja of Manipur, Budhachandra in 1946. The Caves are very dark and gives a spooky experience.

Roopkund Lake or Skeleton Lake

Hundred of human skeletons (300-600) belonging to the 15th century AD can be found at the edge of the Roopkund lake and make it the most frightening lake in India. The Roopkund lake is located in the lap of Trishul massif, Uttarakhand. The place is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and there is no human habitation close to it.

Dhanushkodi – the Lost Town

Dhanushkodi has been derived from two word Dhanush meaning ‘Bow’ and Kodi meaning ‘end’. It is the place located at the southern tip of Rameswaram island in Tamil Nadu where Lord Rama had built a bridge between mainland and Srilanka. After war Vibihishana, brother of Ravana, requested Lord Rama to destroy the bridge which he broke with one of the end of his bow. Till date, many rocks and islets are found in a straight line pointing towards the great epic.

It was once a very flourishing town but the cyclone of 1964 hit it so hard that it killed almost 1,800 people. Following this the place was declared unfit to live by the Government.

Barren Island – Andaman and Nicobar islands

It is the only active volcano in South Asia which for the first time erupted in 1787. Since then it has erupted more than ten times.

Karni Mata Temple

The temple is located in a small town Deshnoke in Rajasthan. The temple is popular for near about 20,000 rats that are revered and roam freely within temple premises. If by chance a rat is killed then it has to be replaced by a rat of gold.

Gravity Defying Palace, Lucknow

This is not a natural but man-made wonder and a bizarre destination to visit in India. The Palace combining the European and the Arabic architecture style was built by the king Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula in the 18th century. Interlocking brick work of the main hall makes it popular as “Bhulbhulaiya- a dense maze”.

Balancing Rock of Mahabalipuram

Popularly known as Krishna’s Butter Ball, the Balancing Rock is situated 60 km from Chennai in Mahabalipuram. This is a very huge stone resting on a small rock base. Though the rock does not move a bit but it is hard to stand in front of the rock because of its size and narrow base. It feels as if the rock will topple over you.

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Five Budget Friendly Destinations In India

The myriad hues of India’s topography are the reason why India can be deemed as a complete package destination! A cold region like Ladakh, a hot region like Rajasthan, a forever rainy region like Cherrapunji, a mountainous region, a beach and what not! Different places for different people! The best thing about India is that you don’t need to worry about straining your budget to get to your dream destination. India welcomes every visitor with open arms, and thus, finding a destination according to your choice and budget is not a hard nut to crack. So in case you have a tight pocket this month and still want to go for a holiday, here is a list of some fabulous budget-friendly destinations!

1. Kanyakumari

Not many of us would think of visiting this southernmost end of the country. But that is only because most of us are not aware of the divine beauty that this place possesses. A spellbinding view of the sunset at the convergence of three enormous water bodies is the USP of this place.

2. Agra

This beautiful wonder of the world lies in a small city of Agra. What else do you need when you have the Taj Mahal right in front of your eyes! No matter for how long you gaze at this masterpiece, trust me, it won’t be enough!

3. Munnar

A spectacular panorama of green hills with astonishing beauty is just a part of what Munnar has to offer to you. If you are a fan of water bodies, you would find enough waterfalls, dams and lakes here!

4. Jaipur

The “Pink City” is a city of age-old culture and traditions. Jaipur is one of the best places to catch hold of India’s phenomenal historical background. Forts, palaces, colorful attires, ornaments and everything else that can make your heart swing in rhythm, Jaipur will offer it to you!

5. Manali

The picturesque beauty of Manali has been covered in a number of Bollywood movies. Snow-capped mountains with freezing-cold temperatures, this place is no less than a heaven! Nothing better than Manali to beat the scorching summers!

So, forget about your pocket and pack your bags right away!

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Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India

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Zareen Khan

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Havelock Island

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Taruni Sachdev

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Mango Kulfi

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Pokhran-II

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