Jaisalmer Fort: A Majestic Wonder of Rajasthan
Jaisalmer Fort, known as "Sonarquila" (Golden Fort), is one of India's most incredible and traditionally amazing forts. Situated inside the heart of the Thar Desert in Rajasthan, this architectural marvel symbolises the courage and power of Rajputana. The golden dunes of the fort sparkle underneath the bright sunlight, making it one of the most charming places in India.
This fort is a unique residential fort, as, unlike the nu
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Toy train A joy ride
The 77-year old Toy Train in Matheran is a sheer enchantment to take a ride on! The oldfangled Toy Train in Matheran is Matheran`s best bet that posits the visitors under the shady greens of the serene and unpolluted hill station of Maharashtra. It is from the window of the toy train that one can lap up bonnie of Matheran.
Matheran-Neral Toy Train is one of the four historic toy trains functioning in India
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Preserving Heritage Assams World Heritage Wildlife Sites Revealed
Introduction
Northeast India is blessed with so many beautiful, charming and attractive states. Assam is one of the most beautiful states of the northeast as the place is heaven for people who are wildlife and environment lovers. The place is rich with a variety of fauna and flora and has beautiful landscapes. Assam is the home to many heritage sites the two famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites and is a natural wonderful
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Kanyakumari through the ages
Kanyakumari has a rich and ancient history. It also bears Christian, Jain and Muslim influence. It is believed that when St Thomas (one of the 12 apostles of Jesus) came to the Indian subcontinent in 52 AD a church was established in the Kanyakumari area.
It is proved that great Greek philosophers like Eratosthenes, Ptolemy and Pliny had been to Kanyakumari. It also finds mention in the Periplus written somewhere around 800 AD
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Top 10 Historical Battlefields in India
Kurukshetra Hariyana
Unquestionably "Mother of all battles" Kurukshetra lies 160 km north of Delhi. The 18 days war fought between the Pandavas and Kauravas in the epic Mahabharata saw the Pandavas led by Lord Krishna emerge triumphantly but not before many casualties on both sides. Kurukshetra is now a center of pilgrimage.
Panipat, Hariyana
The fertile plains of Panipat, 90 km
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Heritage Haven - Exploring Historical Gems of Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state in India, is home to numerous heritage sites and religious places. Being the most populous state, it is known for its historical significance and rich cultural heritage. The state offers a great mixture of cultural experience, historical significance, and natural beauty. If you want to embark on a unique and offbeat journey, then you should make a plan to go on the UP heritage tour.
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10 Beautiful Hotel Buildings by Architecture
The Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
The Taj Nadesar Palace located in Varanasi was originally a palace built-in 1835. Built by the British East India Company and subsequently acquired by the ruler of the princely State of Benares, HH Maharaja Prabhu Narain Singh. The palace derives its name from Nadesari Devi whose shrine standstill today inside the palace
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Top 10 Spookiest Places
Road to Marve and Madh Island, Mumbai
A narrow strip of road with mangrove trees on both the sides leads to the Marve and Madh Island on Mumbai outskirts. The road stretch has seen many fatal accidents. It is alleged that a women in full bridal wear distracts the drivers especially during nights of full moon thus resulting in tragic accidents. Reports of uncanny activities in the dead of night as experienced by locals an
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Top 10 Imposing Railway Stations
Chikbalpur Railway Station
Chikballapur Station on the Bangalore-Kolar rail route is in operation since the days of the Raj. In fact, the Indian Railway is still continuing with the same building with tiled roofs with the pattern of a bungalow. Station Code: CBP
Egmore Railway Station
The busy Egmore Railway Station completed a 100 Years on June 11th, 2008. The imposing facade co
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Top 10 Light & Sound Shows
Golconda Fort, Hyderabad
The Sound & Light Show light up the evenings of the enchanting Golconda fort 11 km west of Hyderabad city. It takes you right back in time, narrating Golconda`s history glory and grandeur. The Show is conducted in English, Hindi, and Telegu.
Top 10 Hop-On-Hop-Off City Tours
Hop-On-Hop-Off Delhi Darshan
Delhi Transport Corporation, DTC, in short, has a daily sightseeing Tour of the city of Delhi. It starts at the Scindia House. After picking up passengers from Delhi Tourism office at Baba Kharak Singh Marg and ITDC Office at Janpath the bus takes the tourists on some of the prominent landmarks of Delhi. These include Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Birla Mandir, Qutab Minar,
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