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The Delicious Cuisine Of Kerala By: Sanyukta Jain
Kerala is a small state situated in the south of India along the Western Ghats, and is home to breathtaking scenic beauty, plenty of local attractions and ever so delicious cuisines makes it a must visit travel destination. Apart from all the amazing natural and landscapic attractions to be seen in Kerala, the Cuisines is a must try for anyone visiting the city. So look no further, hop aboard and enjoy a whirlwind ride through all types of tastes. From Sour to Bitter to Sweet to Spicy you can relish it all in the Cuisines of Kerala.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-15)
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The Best Way To Have Your Best Vacation In Rome By: Jason Sherman
Autumn is here, and we start to long once more for a short vacation. If not, it's best to since it is coming actually quick! It will soon be time to loosen up and recharge your batteries. Whenever you begin to plan the trip, try to do it with a wildly open mind! Think about new ways to take pleasure in your holiday. In a recession, if you look carefully enough, you will discover high quality for a superb price.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-15)
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Examine America's Most Notable Melting Pot: Albany City By: Daphne Michaels
Located in the Dougherty County, southwest of Georgia, is Albany City. The place was once referred as Thronateeska by its previous people, the Creek Indians. The initial name refers to the “flint” stone, derived from the Flint River.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-15)
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Some Extraordinary Destinations That You Can Relish In Albany, Ga By: Daphne Michaels
Being home to the The Civil Rights Movement (the prime mover of racial equality in the nation) Albany, Georgia becomes an essential historic site in the US.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-15)
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What Makes Maldives So Popular By: Sanyukta Jain
Maldives is a popular travel destination featuring remarkable natural beauty that compels tourists to come back to the place for more. The pristine beaches and cobalt blue oceans of the Maldives have always been a major attraction for tourists coming to visit the country. Majority of the 1,190 islands are uninhabited and exciting to discover. The Maldives is believed to have been formed from a prehistoric volcano that left coral behind in its wake and sunk in to the ocean. The islands are actually made up on coral, and are referred to as atolls. The country is a heady blend of energizing water sports activities, soothing spas, superb beaches all encases in a luxurious cocoon of modern amenities. One would always find the locals in the water or skimming through its surface, with fine weather during most of the year, locals surf almost addictively.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-15)
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The Picture Perfect Maldives By: Sanyukta Jain
Mentioning the name of Maldives islands is enough to conjure up a romantic fantasy and this is the reason that many people wish to visit the place at least once in a lifetime. One occasion which seems perfect to visit Maldives is on a honeymoon. Dots of emerald green surrounded by shining turquoise waters! Maldives Islands look like scattered beads in the ocean. White powdery beaches, tall palms leaning on towards the sea, crystalline white sands giving way to crystal clear waters and shades of turquoise blending flawlessly with deeper hues of blue - the charming sights to behold in Maldives are many. Add to that, pristine coral reefs and some of the most incredible underwater life on earth. Maldives remains a prime travel and honeymoon destination visited by millions.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-15)
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Madurai – Popular Pilgrimage Destination By: soni sajjan
A number of famous temples are situated in Madurai, in the south west region of Tamil Nadu. It is very popular for its ancient temples.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-15)
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How To Travel From Coimbatore To Ooty By: Rashmiranjan Patil
A beautiful hill station situated close to Coimbatore is Ooty, one of the most sought after hill stations in south India. Popular since the times when British occupied the region owing to its salubrious climate all year round, Ooty is perched at an altitude of 2286 m nestled amidst the beautiful Nilgiri Hills, also called the blue mountains owing to the abundance of the blue neelakurinji flowers.
Doddabetta Peak, which is a much sought after trekking destination in Southern India is also situated close to Ooty. The entire region is fringed by mountains ranges that are covered in a thick carpet of vegetation. Many of these peaks are favoured adventure destinations among adrenalin junkies. Coimbatore to Ooty is a journey that is frequented by many nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts for its lush greenery and many avenues of adventure activities.
Exotic green tea plantations, cascading waterfalls and a wide variety of flora cover the entire landscape of Ooty. Spice plantations also form an important attraction to Ooty's landscape. The region is also famous for its oil extraction from eucalyptus tree, plants like lemongrass and geranium. The Toy Train ride from Kallar to Ooty is another high point of Ooty's attractions. The journey takes tourists on a spectacular ride along one of the most scenic routes passing through high and low hills that are lush with green vegetation. The train is pulled by a steam engine and passes along a narrow gauge track at a rather slow pace which allows one to enjoy the scenery to heart's content. Other popular tourist attractions in Ooty are Ooty Lake, Deer Park, Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, the Rose Garden, Ooty Botanical Garden and the Stone House. The Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, a national park and tiger reserve also draws a large number of tourists to it.
The distance from Coimbatore to Ooty is 103 km which can be easily covered by various modes of transport. Most common and popular mode of transport has to be the train journey. This train journey like any other train journey is very convenient and comfortable, but another attraction for this journey is the scenic route through which it passes.
Coimbatore to Ooty can also be traversed by road which is another excellent way of travelling. The journey by road takes about an hour and is a very scenic drive through winding roads up and down several hills that are flanked on both sides by rich vegetation. Some of the major towns through which this route passes through are Kanjikode, Nemmara and Ooty. Cabs can also be hired to reach Ooty charging in the range of INR 15 to 30 depending upon the vehicle chosen.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-14)
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Cochin To Munnar- A Greenary Journey By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Munnar, a haven for the tourists as well as honeymooners, is situated in the God's own country, Kerala. Situated at a height of 1600 m above sea level, Munnar is home to tea and spice plantations, rivers and waterfalls. Like most of the other hill stations, Munnar was also the summer retreat of the British. Munnar is located in the district of Idukki on the Western Ghats. Munnar is a perfect hub for tourists of varied interests. Honeymoon couples, nature lovers, photographers and adventure lovers can equally enjoy the city of Munnar. The nice climate, serene surroundings and the thick and evergreen forests make Munnar a favorite hill station for the travellers.
The name Munnar in Malayalam means three rivers as the town is situated at the confluence of the three rivers namely Mudrapuzha, Nallathani and Kundala. The tea estates, owned by the Tata Tea Limited, are the main economy of Munnar other than tourism. Cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, vanilla, coffee, clove, nutmug, ginger and turmeric are cultivated abundantly here. The popular flower Neelakurinji blooms once in every twelve years in the valleys of Munnar. Munnar offers a lot of sightseeing options for tourists of varied interests. Idukki Dam, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and Eravikulam National Park are some of them.
Cochin or Kochi, popularly called the 'Queen of Arabian Sea', is the most favoured tourist hub among travellers. This coastal town is surrounded by Western Ghats on one side and Arabian Sea on the other. According to World Travel and Tourism Council, Cochin has been rated as one of the top three tourist destinations. Kochi, one of the fast developing cities in the country, is referred as the 'Gateway to Kerala'.
Travelling from Cochin to Munnar is very comfortable. Munnar does not have a railway station or an airport. But the trains from Ernakulam (nearest railhead to Cochin) pass through Angamaly, which is the nearest railhead to Munnar. There are 5 trains pass through Angamali from Ernakulam.
The best way to travel to Munnar from Cochin is either you take bus or a taxi. Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses ply frequently from Cochin to Munnar. These are cheaper and comfortable.
Cabs charge Rs. 2800/- for 4 travellers. For 7 tourists, the big vehicle cost you around Rs. 3800/- for a round trip.
If you have your own vehicle, it takes approximately 4 hours to cover 130 km from Cochin to Munnar depending upon the vehicle. You can travel through NH47A from Cochin and then take NH49 to reach Munnar.
There are several Munnar packages offered by tour operators cover well furnished accommodation with free breakfast and sightseeing arrangements. Munnar offers several high-end, medium and budget hotels according to the budget of the tourists.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-14)
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Chennai To Mahabalipuram- All Aboot India Heritage By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Mahabalipuram, located in the district of Kancheepuram in the state of Tamil Nadu, is a sea port of 7th century. Mahabalipuram was under the rule of pallavas for a long time. Mahabalipuram is said to be the second capital of Pallava dynasty. The city was named after the Pallava king, Narasimhavarma I, to whom the title of Maha malla, the ghttp://www.123articleonline.com/submit-articlereat wrestler was given. Mahabalipuram is known for its several ancient historical monuments which are in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and for the beaches. Placed along the Coromandel Coast, Mahabalipuram, is known for the sandy beaches, casuarinas trees and ancient temples.
The city of Mahabalipuram is a delight for archeologists as various megalithic items like burial urns, jars for burials, coins, and cairn circles are recovered from this site. The city, also called Mamallapuram, is also known for its old temples built by Pallavas made from rocks. Some of these temples were carved out of the rocks. This construction of rock cut caves is similar in structure to the rock-cut constructions of Ajantha and Ellora caves. The beautifully constructed trunked elephants in granite are eye catching. Some of these structures exhibit various episodes of the famous Hindu epic Mahabharata.
Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, is famous for temples and churches. Situated in the shores of the Coromandel Coast, Chennai is referred as the 'Gateway to the South India'. The former name of the city was Madras. One of the beautiful metropolitan cities of India, Chennai, offers sandy beaches, historic landmarks, sculptures and parks. Chennai is the center for carnatic music, Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi. Various cultural events conduct every year in Chennai. Milapur in Chennai houses some shrines for Hindus and Christians. This city has got a history of around 350 years old.
Mahabalipuram does not have an airport or railway station. Mahabalipuram is situated very near to Chennai. Chengalpattu (CGL) is the nearest railway station. There are many trains pass through Chengalpattu station from Chennai.
The only option to reach Mahabalipuram from Chennai is by road. Cabs are available from Chennai to Mahabalipuram.
Daily bus service is available from Chennai to Mahabalipuram and they charge Rs. 100/- for a trip.
Taxis charge Rs. 2,200/- to reach Mahabalipuram from Chennai. This cab is for four people. For seven people it costs Rs. 3,000/- for a round trip.
If you have your own vehicle it takes approximately 1 hour to cover the 56 km distance from Chennai to Mahabalipuram depending upon the vehicle.
For tourists, different categories of star hotels, resorts, medium range hotels and economy hotels are available here depending on the budget of the visitors. Altogether we can find 18 hotels in Mahabalipuram that serve all the needs of the tourists.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-08-14)
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