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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Khajuraho

          The artistic brilliance of Chandela kings comes alive with these magnificent temples dedicated to love.The temple architecture is unique in itself .The Chandela rajput Kings carved the human emotions in the stones of the temple.The temple with erotic sculptures was built so that student who remained Brahmacharis
till they became adults could learn from the carvings as they entered the married life.
Khajuraho temple
                                                                              
          Khajuraho being the most sought after tourist attraction located in Madya Pradesh. These temples located in the Bundelkhand region are a UNESCO world heritage site.These aesthetically sculpted carving depict the poses of Kamasutra.The carving depicting the human sentiments and innocence of love are simply
marvelous.

Saturday, June 2, 2012

Piran Kaliyar


Piran Kaliyar, also known as Kaliyar Sharif is burial site of famous sufi saint Allauddin Ali Ahmed Sabir. Near Haridwar this place attracts millions of devotees from around the world. It is about 20 km away from Haridwar and only 10km from the Roorkee. The shrine is believed to make the wishes of its devotees fulfilled. The tomb of the dargah was built by Ibrahim Lodhi.The tomb has open grills which allow the air to move freely in the complex. The saints are considered to be Allah’s messenger and people want to be buried near the Shrine when they die. The tomb contains the graves of numerous followers of Saint PiranKaliyar. Many shops have sprung up around the shrine selling the merchandise and souvenirs. The place faces rush during the ‘urs’,the festival celebrating the Saint’s death anniversary.

How to reach PiranKaliyar
Airport- The nearest Airport is Jolly Grant 53 km.
Train      -Nearest railway station is Roorkee
Road     -Buses from Haridwar and Roorkee.

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Thursday, May 31, 2012

Bageshwar


    The holy town of Bageshwar is the place that can liberate one from the cycle of life
 and death as told in the puranas. The sacred temple of Baghnath, Lord Shiva attracts
devotees from far and wide. Especially on ‘Shivratri’ festival the rush has to be seen
to be believed. This beautiful town lies between the Gomati River and Saryu River.
The land attracts spiritual people like magnet owing to its mystical hills. Bageshwar not
only attracts the spiritual minds but also beauty lovers like trekkers alike. The place is
a trekker’s paradise which was pioneered by AdiShankaracharya who trekked through
these routes in 8 th century.Bageshwar is the entry point to trekking routes like Pindari,
Kafni and Sundrdunga glaciers.
Bageshwar scenery
                                                                          

How to reach Bageshwar
Airport- Nearest being Pant Nagar 206 km.
Train- Kathgodam is 190 km far from Bageshwar.
Road-Taxis are available from Almora 90km, Nainital 137km and kathgodam 180km.

Kausauni

Kausani,Nature at its best
                                                         
Kausani ,hill station is famous for its scenic beauty and the spectacular view of
 Himalayan peaks it provides. It serves as a window to the peaks of Himalayan
region like Nanda deviNandakot and Trishul. Situated at height of1890 mts
above the sea, this picturesque hill station is 50 km north of Almora. The town
is open for tourist all-round the year. The best time to visit this place is between
September and November.Kausauni is birth place to renowned poet Sumitra
Nandan Pant who praised this place immensely.The town is calm and serene
away from the rush that hill stations usually have. A walk down the dense forests
 is refreshing ,trekking can be fun here.

How to reach Kausauni
Airport-Pant Nagar airport 178 km is the nearest to this place.
Train-Kathgodam 142km is the nearest railway station .
Road-Kausani is linked to major hill station by road.Delhi 430 km ,Almora 51
km and Ranikhet 62 km.

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Pithoragarh-Uttarakhand


Pithoragarh lies in the eastern part of uttarakhand.This place oozes with natural beauty and serenity.The beautiful town is surrounded by dense forest and is located at a height of 1600 mts.During the regime of 
Chand dynasty in Kumaon it was a major role player in politics.Pithoragarh has Tibet on its northern part 
and Nepal on its east direction.Pithoragarh is also a starting point for pilgrims going to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.
Pithoragarh,Om mountain
                                                                                  

How to reach Pithoragarh
Airport-Naini saini is the airport at Pithoragarh.It is not a commercial airport.
Train-Tanakpur is the nearest railhead at a distance of 150 km.
Road-Pithoragarh is well connected with roads.

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Five most romantic destinations in India

     The romantic places in India can be countless if you are romantic at heart.Even a village landscape can be the most loved environment if love surrounds your heart.Still the beauty of these five places attracts so many love birds from across the country.The top list which I have prepared is open for discussion.

1.Kerala
The number one destination for romancing couples.The land of backwaters and termed as god's own country.
This place is full of loving and kind people ready to help you at any time.The coconut trees with the beauty of backwaters is  unparalleled.