Insight India : A Travel Guide to India

In Jaisalmer, Rajasthan Tourist Attractions, The Golden City, Tourist Attractions in Jaisalmer by Gaurav Kumar // //

Jaisalmer: The Golden City

Jaisalmer Fort The golden city, Jaisalmer, is in the state of Rajasthan, situated on the western frontier of India. The city has close proximity to Pakistan and Thar Desert. For an unforgettable experience, one should enjoy Desert Safari in the sand dunes. The Jaisalmer Fort is one of the major attractions; therefore, this fort is different from other Indian forts. The main difference is that Fort of Jaisalmer is a living fort as...

In Best Places to Visit near Mumbai, Short Escapes, Weekend Getaways, Weekend Getaways from Mumbai by Gaurav Kumar // // Leave a Comment

Weekend Getaways from Mumbai

Along with the musical sound of the monsoon, the hill stations of south attract tourists from far flung regions. Hill stations in Maharashtra witness visitors flocking the place to witness the nature at its best. Apart from this, Matheran, Mahabaleshwar and Lonavala also serve as great weekend getaways to celebrate monsoon. Here are some of the destinations that you could visit and enjoy the rain with your family, friends and special...

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Pangong Tso Lake : Clear, Calm and Unending Expanse

Nestled in the far flung barren regions of Ladakh, Pangong Tso lake falls under both countries, India and China. This is because, only one third of the lake is in India, remaining two third of the lake is in China. Pangong Lake is also popular as "Hollow Lake" and is 5 km wide and 134 km long. With its location on Changtang plateau (eastern Ladakh) at a height of 14270 feet, provides a paradisiacal view to the visitors. Thus, they...

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Hill Forts of Rajasthan inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site

It’s good news for Rajasthan and for India. Resplendent Hill Forts of Rajasthan have been inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site for their cultural significance. The move would come as a huge fillip to Rajasthan tourism. After reading this post, check out the top 10 forts in India. Link could be found at the end of this post. Ranthambore Fort inside the eponymous National Park in Sawai Madhopur Scroll down for the images of the...

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A Memorable Day Trip to Delhi

‘The Capital City’ or ‘The Land of Dilwalas’, Delhi is the crowning jewel of the tourism industry of India. Delhi is the city, where one can find the perfect mix of colonial and Mughal influence in the styles of architecture of various structures and monuments. Delhi, being the abode of numerous museums, historical monuments, amusement parks, religious centers, etc., has attracted tourists from every nook and corner of...

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Maharaja Express Train: Greatest Rail Journeys

The Greatest Rail Journeys: Maharajas' Express Treasures of India Maharajas Express Treasures of India is one of the greatest rail journeys in the world Maharajas Express was recently voted World's Leading Luxury Train. Fashioned to recreate the feel of the way Indian maharajas and Nizams used to traveled when India was composed of various princely states, Maharajas' Express offer a superior yet elegant way to travel across...

In Puri Jagannath Ratha Yatra, Puri Jagannath Ratha Yatra 2014, Puri Ratha Yatra by Gaurav Kumar // // Leave a Comment

Jagannatha Temple (Puri) Ratha Yatra 2014

Every year, the gracious hindu festival, Ratha Yatra is organized at Jagannatha Temple (Puri). The day for the auspicious yatra, "29th June 2014", is decided according to the Hindu Lunar calendar and is finalized on the Dwitiya Tithi during Shukla Paksha of Ashada month. The Jagannath Rath Yatra is also popular as Ghosa Jatra, Dasavatara Jatra, Navadina Jatra, or Gundicha Jatra. During this duration of yatra of one to two weeks, the...

In Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, luxury train, Palace on Wheels Bharatpur Tour, Palace on Wheels Train by Gaurav Kumar // //

Palace on Wheels Bharatpur Tour : A Peek into the Exotic Wildlife

The Palace on Wheels is awarded as the fourth best luxury train in the world. The luxury train explores the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary on the 7th day of the sightseeing trip. Palace on Wheels is equipped with multi-cuisine restaurants, health and wellness spa, luxuriously designed guest cabins and a lounge bar. Palace on Wheels Train The train covers the destinations of Agra, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Sawai Madhopur, Udaipur and...

In Places to visit in India during Summer, Summer Holidays in India, Top 5 Tourist Places of The Season, Tourist Places to Go in June by Gaurav Kumar // // Leave a Comment

Top Tourist Places to Visit in India in June & July

The month of June and July is the time when the season for summer holidays in India reaches its crescendo. With schools and colleges closing at this time of year, June and July also becomes best time for family holidays in India. Since it is also the peak of summer season in India with monsoon in the offing, there are quite a few places where one could travel to for a fulfilling summer holiday in India. To seek respite from the scorching...