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Adventure Tours Of Bhutan The Last Shangri-la By: Mike Atherton
Trans India Holidays UK offer best travel package services for Bhutan tour with very cheap rates.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-27)
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Adventure Tour Of Nepal - The Himalayan Country By: Mike Atherton
With the travel packages services of Trans India holidays UK, enjoy your holidays with Annapurna trek in Nepal and Nepal Tour.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-27)
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Things To Do In Melbourne Between Spring And Summer By: john wilson
The time between spring and summer is usually a great time to be in Melbourne because the weather starts warming up and so does the whole city.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-27)
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Mode Of Transport - Pune To Lonavala By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Pune, situated on the Deccan Plateau near western coast, was earlier known as 'Punya-Nagiri' or 'Queen of Deccan'. The Britishers called it Poona. Now it has got its original name Pune.
Pune, second largest city in Maharashtra, has a long history. The town got its name some time in the tenth century. But it was during the rule of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaja that Pune witnessed development in every field.
Pune is known as the 'Oxford of the East' due to the presence of several prestigious educational institutions. Pune is a centre for cultural activities. This has earned the city the title of the cultural capital of Maharashtra.
Pune has several places of interests for tourists. Eighth century Pataleshwar Cave Temple, dedicated to the god of the underworld, is a marvel of rock-cut architecture. Shrimant Dagduseth Halwai Ganpati Temple houses the most favourite deity of the city, the Ganesha. Osho Park is a great centre for meditation and rejuvenation.
Pune boasts of the prestigious Film institute; It has produced several top class actors to Bollywood. Aga Khan Palace, where Mahatma Gandhi was imprisoned for participating in the ‘Quit India Movement' in 1942, is a major tourist attraction. Among other attractions are Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park, Shaniwar Wada, Sinhgad Fort, Saras Baug (a park), Sadhu Vaasvani Mission and Katraj Jain Temple.
The distance from Pune to Lonavala is about 64 km. Lonavala is well connected with Pune by rail and road. All the trains going from Pune to Mumbai have a stop at Lonavala. The trains, many of them express, take only little more than an hour for the journey from Pune to Lonavala.
Lonavala is on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway. Buses are available on this route at short intervals. The taxi cabs charge about Rs.1500 for the trip from Pune to Lonavala.
Located in the Sahyadri Ranges, Lonavala is spread over an area of about 38 square km. The name of the city is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Lonavali', which meant a ‘group of caves'. There are many caves in and around Lonavala.
One of famous tourist destinations in Lonavala is Tungi Fort. The other forts in the area are Koregad Fort, Lohagad Fort, Tikona Fort and Visapur Fort. Many caves like Karla Caves, Bhaja Caves and the Bedsa Caves are situated in and around the town. Ryewood Park, Sausage Hills, Scorpion's Sting, Tungarli Lake and Valvan Lake are among the other attractions. Tourists can also visit religious places like the Bhairavnath Temple, Shingroba Temple (Khandala) and the Koli Temple.
The best time to visit Lonavala, situated at 625 metre above sea level, is during the monsoon and between October and May, when scenic spots become lush green and the waterfalls are in full flow.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-27)
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How To Travel From Bangalore To Kodaikanal By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Located in the state of Tamil Nadu, Kodaikanal is one of the most famous hill stations in South India. The hill station with its scenic beauty and pleasant weather attracts lots of tourists every year. Kodaikanal is referred as the Princess of Hill Stations and is visited by tourists all over the year. As it is nearby to Karnataka and Kerala, tourists from these states find Kodaikanal a suitable holiday destination. The blooming of blue Kurinji flowers that happens only one time in twelve years is an additional attraction of this hill town. The hill town is also famous for the educational institutions with international reputations.
Kodaikanal is placed at around 465 km away from Bangalore. To arrive at Kodaikanal from Bangalore, all modes of transportation including road, rail and air are available. Still the ideal mode of transportation to reach Kodaikanal from Bangalore is by road that is about 8 hours of journey. The journey by bus may take an extra 2 hours to reach Kodaikanal as it takes breaks at places for refreshments. Private cabs are available and charge around 12-60 Rupees per kilometer based on the type of car opted by the tourists. Direct bus services are provided from Bangalore to Kodaikanal. There are several buses ranging from Air Bus to AC Sleeper Coaches available to the hill station from Bangalore. The bus ticket rates range from 360-600 Rupees for each passenger. Kodaikanal bus station is located at the heart of the town.
While travelling by flight, a person can get down at Madurai airport which is placed approximately 126 km away from Kodaikanal. It is the closest airport to Kodaikanal besides airports at Trichy and Coimbatore. The travel time to Madurai from Bangalore by flight is one hour though it takes about three hours to reach Kodaikanal by road from Madurai airport.
The two train services that link Bangalore with Kodaikanal are Nagarcoil Express and Tuticorin Express. Trains to Kodaikanal leave from two stations in Bangalore namely Bangalore city Junction and Krishnarajapuram respectively. The train services are available only till the railway station at Kodai road. A two hour journey by bus or taxi is needed to reach Kodaikanal city from this train station. The Nagarcoil Express Train services are available only on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. However there are train services to Kodaikanal from Bangalore offered by the Tuticorin Express train on a daily basis. The travelling time in train is around 9-10 hours and online booking is also facilitated.
Kodaikanal has many hotels with all the facilities for a perfect vacation. There are lots of holiday packages to Kodaikanal with travelling and accommodation facilities to ensure a comfortable journey and a pleasant stay in Kodaikanal.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-27)
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Chennai To Mahabalipuram- Experience Something New By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Chennai was formerly known as Madras and is located on the Coromandel Coast. It is the capital city of Tamil Nadu and is one of the largest cities in India. Chennai is a metropolis with the 6th largest population in India. The economy relies on its industrial sector which includes automobile, technology, healthcare, computer and hardware manufacturing. It is also known as ‘the Detroit of India'. Chennai has a rich culture and has lots to offer to its visitors. Some of the places to visit in Chennai are Marina Beach, Sri Parthasarathy Temple, San Thome Cathedral Basilica, Guindy National Park, MGR Film City and many more.
Mahabalipuram is located in Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu. It is named after King Mahabali who was killed by Lord Vishnu. It is home to many historic monuments that were erected in around 8th century B.C. Some of these monuments were declared as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Some of the tourist attractions in Mahabalipuram include the Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance, Pancha Rathas and Mahabalipuram Beach. Mahabalipuram is a wonderful tourist destination with its marvellous beaches and architectural wonders.
Chennai has many places of attraction and it never fails to amaze visitors. As a major city it is easily accessible by air. Chennai International Airport or Anna International Airport is one of the busiest airports in India. Many domestic flights operate from Chennai to various parts of India. It is the airport nearest to Mahabalipuram which is located at a distance of 55 km form Chennai. It takes about an hour to reach Mahabalipuram from Chennai via road.
Mahabalipuram does not have a railyway station. The nearest railway station is in Chengalapattu (CGL). There are many trains that operate from Chennai (MS) to Chengalpattu. Some of these trains are Chennai Egmore- Guruvayur Express (16127), Bhubaneswar- Puducherry SF Express (12898), Vaigai Express (12635), Chennai Egmore- Tiruchendur Express (16735) and Nagarcoil Express (0637). The distance from Chengalpattu to Mahabalipuram is 25 km. You can reach Mahabalipuram from Chengalpattu via bus or hire a taxi.
Mahabalipuram is directly connected to Chennai by road. There are many buses that operate seven days a week from Chennai to Mahabalipuram. These buses are operated both by the government agencies as well as private operators. The bus fare depends on the type of bus preferred as well as the amenities offered. Travelling by bus is the easiest way to reach Mahabalipuram from Chennai. But it is not recommended for senior citizens and invalids. You can also hire a taxi from Chennai if you want to have a more comfortable journey. There are many hotels in Chennai and Mahabalipuram that offer quality services. Mahabalipuram is ideal for a family vacation to relax with your family.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-27)
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How To Reach - Mumbai To Mahabaleswar By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Mahabaleswar is a beautiful hill station located at an altitude of 1353 meters above sea level in the Satara district, Maharashtra. Since this vast plateau bound by valleys on all sides in the Western Ghats range is the source of the river Krishna that flows through the states of Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, Mahabaleswar also has pilgrimage value according to the Hindu mythology.
Mahabaleswar, which is situated at about 266 km away from Mumbai, is well-connected to the capital city of Maharashtra, Mumbai by road and rail. The best mode of transportation from Mumbai to Mahabaleswar is supposed to be by road.
The main places covered under the travel from Mumbai to Mahabaleswar include, Khopali ata distance of 76 km away from Mumbai, Tathawade at about 57 km far from Khopali, Wai which is at a distance of 103km away from Tathawade that finally will lead to Mahabaleswar which is at about 32 km from Wai. The total travel time taken to reach Mahabaleswar from Mumbai is about 5 hours and 20 minutes.
Mahabaleswar does not have an airport and so reaching Mahabaleswar by air is not possible. The nearest airport is at Pune and from here one can get taxis and buses to Mahabaleswar. The closest railhead that connects Mahabaleswar to Mumbai is at Wathar from where one gets taxis, private cabs and buses to reach Mahabaleswar.
Koyna Express No: 11029 which depart from Mumbai CST station at 8:40 am will reach Wathar at 3:10 pm whichtakes a travel time of 6 hours and 30 minutes and has services on all the days. The Sahyadri Express No: 11023which depart from Mumbai CST station at 5:50 pm will reach Wathar at 12:58 amwhich takes a travel time of 7 hours and 8 minutes also has services on all the days.
Mahabaleswar is best connected via road with Mumbai and there are a number of bus services available from Mumbai to Mahabaleswar. There are buses ranging from A/C Volvo to ordinary buses running between the two places. Bus tickets range from 450 rupees to 700 rupees per person.
A lot of private taxi services are also available from Mumbai to Mahabaleswar. These taxis can charge from 4000 rupees to 7000 rupees round the trip depending upon the type of vehicle chosen by the traveler.
Train journey is best suited for the senior citizens and group travelers and for those families who travel with kids. Journey by road in car is suited for families with kids and group travelers. Bus journey is suitable only for backpackers, youngsters and individual travelers. Those with travel sickness should avoid travelling by road since Mahabaleswar is at a considerable elevation.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-27)
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Taking A Ski Trip To Chamonix By: Geneva Transfers
Are you planning to take a summer holiday to the French Alps? There are few places which are as scenic and exclusive as the quaint ski resorts on the French Alps.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-27)
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A Trip From Mysore To Ooty By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Ooty, known as the 'queen of hill stations', is one of the most popular tourist destinations in south India. Located in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, Ooty is a popular summer and weekend getaway for all who want to escape from the sweltering summer heat. Ooty was a popular destination right from the colonial days, and it is still a favourite haunt for tourists across all ages.
Located at an altitude of 2240 meters above sea level, Ooty is also famous for its mountain railway line, called the 'Nilgiri Railway', to and from Mettupalayam and is listed as a ‘UNESCO World Heritage Site' in India.
The other tourist attractions in Ooty are the Ooty lake, Botanical gardens and Doddabetta peak. You could even visit the nearby destinations like Conoor, Kotagiri and Pykara lake.
The distance from Mysore to Ooty is 127 kilometres and can take about three hours. The route from Mysore to Ooty is one of the most scenic one which takes you through two wild life sanctuaries and winding hair pin bends with large mountains looming nearby.
If travelling from Mysore to Ooty by car you have to take NH 212, also known as the Bangalore-Calicut road, pass through towns like Nanjangud, Begur and Gundlupet till the Bandipur forest check post. From here you have to follow the NH 67 through Bandipur and Mudumalai forests till you reach Theppakadu. If lucky, you may even spot animals like deer, elephants, wild boars and bears. The speed limit within both the forests is 40 kilometres per hour.
From Theppakadu, take the SH 67 and climb the 36 hair pin bends through Kalhatty to reach Ooty.
A private taxi would charge anything between Rs 12 to 25 per kilometre, and some times higher due to the precarious mountain roads, depending on the kind of vehicle you hire.
Many youngsters prefer to take their bikes instead and it can be quite an adventure driving through the forests and the winding mountain roads.
The check posts at Bandipur and Mudumalai remain close from 9 pm to 6 am. This is to avoid night time driving which had been causing a lot of accidents to the animals. While planning a trip from Mysore to Ooty it is important to take note of the check post timings.
There are no trains or flights from Mysore to Ooty.
KSRTC and several private bus operators also ply buses on this route and offer a/c, non a/c and the more comfortable Volvo buses too. The buses prefer not to climb the hair pin bends and take the Gudallur route from Theppakadu, pass Pykara village and reach Ooty.
A visit to Ooty is incomplete without savouring the home made chocolates available here.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-27)
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Dharamsala - A Natural Paradise On Earth By: soni sajjan
Dharamsala came into existence in the year 1849 as a site to accommodate a regiment of the region which was being raised there. The term Dharamsala means a sanctuary for the Hindus. This beautiful place is located at the foot of Dhauladhar. From here, it is possible to get a magnificent view of beautiful lush green hills, peaks covered with snow, tea gardens and pine and deodar forests. All you need to do is identify one of the best hotels in Mcleodganj and enjoy a great stay here.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-27)
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