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Pune Shopping Guide By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Pune the cultural capital of Maharashtra and also the hub of education and Marathi movies of India witnesses a major inflow of tourists every year and catering to them are the Pune hotels and market places.
Since shopping occupies a major place in every tourist's itinerary Pune markets get decked up with all the indigenous handicrafts and artifacts item along with the latest range of goods to lure tourists to their stalls.
Some of the must buy items of Pune are the kolhapuri chappals , cotton silk sarees and other local handicrafts and other such items.
Pune can literally be said to be a shopper's paradise with innumerous markets offering a range of goodies. Some of the major markets of Pune are Deccan Gymkhana, Laxmi Road, Bajirao Road, MG Road, Fashion Street, Tulsi Baug, Mahatma Phule Mandai (market), Timber Market, Market yard, Juna Bazar, Nan Peth and Bhavani Peth, Dhole Patil Road, Koregaon Park and Fergusson College Road.
Deccan Gymkhana Market is a renowned place to shop for goods like suiting, shirting, toys, steel and plastic articles, embroidery items and much more. So all you male tourists you know where to head to get yourself dressed in the latest suiting and shirtings.
Laxmi Road is one of the busiest markets in Pune and shops located here specialize in jewelry as well as a wide range of garments. Bajirao Road is the place to shop for furniture. This market offers a wide range of unique furniture pieces at reasonable prices. Tourists looking for gift items and other souvenir items should head to Mahtma Gandhi Road where the shops specializes in a wide variety of gift items and other knock knacks.
Fashion Street modeled on the lines of Mumbai's Fahion Street is Pune's very own hot couture district, with shops offering the latest range of clothes and accessories of both renowned international brands as well as the local brands.
Tulsi Baug lying adjacent to Laxmi market is the hub for all things ladies along with metal ware, household items, gift items and much more. Tourists looking for some fresh produce should head for the Mahatma Phule mandai, as it is the best place to shop for the freshest fruits and vegetable available in Pune.
Another very interesting shopping destination is the Juna Bazaar a hub for second hand goods it is a must visit market place of Pune. Explore through the various shops and you never know what you can find in the long alleys of this market. The visitors can include another most joyful trip Pune to Lonavala in their plan.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-30)
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Munnar - Natural Delight By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Munnar is an amazing hill station and a complete delight for nature and wildlife lovers. The region offers to its tourists a natural shelter to relax and rejuvenate far away from the hustle and bustle of the cities. The region is blessed with the bounties of nature from the rolling landscape, sparkling mountain streams, dense woodlands, lush greenery and the quaint villages among others. The natural beauty of the region gets a further boost from the serene and peaceful surroundings which transform the entire region into a tranquil paradise, the perfect destination to head to, to get relaxed and rejuvenated.
Munnar blessed with rich natural surroundings is one of the finest hill stations of Kerala, acting as a heavenly escape in God's own country. This mystical hill station can be found sitting pretty on the Western Ghats, in the Idukki district of Kerala.
Munnar renowned for its tea plantation and the neelkurinji flower, which blooms only once in 12 years is named after the geographical phenomena the confluence of three mountain streams namely Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala.
There is plenty of interesting tourist attractions present in the region from the various natural attractions to the manmade marvels. Some of the popular attractions of the region include the Atukkad Waterfalls, Mattupetty, Pallivasal, Blossam Park, Pothamedu View Point, Kundala Lake and the local markets among others, which are renowned for its tea, coffee, homemade chocolates and the various spices among others.
Along with sightseeing, tourists can also indulge in various sorts of adventure sports activities like nature walks, trekking, hiking, bird watching and much more.
There are also plenty of hotels and resorts in Munnar catering to the accommodation needs of the myriad of travelers visiting the region. The various accommodation facilities are found across various budget categories ranging from the high-end luxury hotels and resorts to the budget and economy hotels thus, catering to all tastes and preferences of the myriad of travelers visiting the region.
Munnar blessed with a temperate weather is a year round holiday destination. The region is also well connected to the rest of the country. The nearest railway station sits at a distance of 120 kms in Aluva, while the nearest airport is located In Kochi at a distance of 135 km approx. Along with that there are fleets of buses and cabs of easily available from various regions of Kerala and other neighboring regions in South India. From Kochi to Munnar the distance is 127 km. t is one of the popular hill stations situated in the Idukki district of Kerala and is well-connected to Kochi by roadways. However, the best way to reach Munnar from Kochi is by car, a journey of about 3 hours.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-30)
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If You Surprise Your Family With A Vacation, Priceline Coupons Will Certainly Surprise You With Expr By: Edwin Gooch
Use Priceline rental car to go to your destination, without the problem of making tricky bookings they way other car rental services would love you to do. Priceline coupons even offer a guarantee that they'll obtain the best achievable prices. Below are some great tips on how to save far more using priceline discount codes.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-30)
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Hiring A Town Car Service, The Easiest Way For A Comfortable Journey By: AJ Prestige
Its quick and easy service: Any destination in the town or nearby area can be easily and quickly covered in comparison to the local cab option. Whatever may be the issues like traffic, bad weather or whatever it may be; AJ Prestige Limousine Company is well known for its guaranteed on-time service.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-30)
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Goa Honeymoon Tours- An Amazing Experience For Ever By: Amit Kothiyal
Every year hundred thousand of newly wedded couple visit Goa to make their honeymoon more special and exotic. Read this article to know more about Goa honeymoon tours.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-30)
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Use Online Directories To Find Hotels In Ipswich By: Charlie Czar
When you are looking for a hotel in Ipswich, you can simply go with the online hotel guide from where you can have contacts to some leading hotels in the area. This will make your search precise and quick.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-30)
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A Heavenly Trip To Kashmir By: Sanyukta Jain
A trip to Kashmir is all about visiting the paradise on earth. It is impossible to imagine what remains in store for you in Kashmir tours till the time you personally land up there to experience that every word uttered in its praise is true in its nature. The valley of Kashmir has so much to offer to travel and nature lovers that it is treat to visit this Himalayan wonder. There are lakes and rivers, beautiful gardens bedded with flowers, blossoming orchids of apple, pears, apricots and walnuts, fields of saffron and snow covered peaks of Himalayas to add to the overall beauty of the place.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-30)
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A Royal Tour Of Jaipur By: Sanyukta Jain
India is land of diversity it is said that visitors can spend lifetime here but cannot explore it completely. This wonderful land of amazing attractions comprise of beautiful hill tows, snow capped mountains, rolling plains, lush green valleys, meandering rivers, flora, fauna and other lot more. When we talk about hills, mountains, snow, valleys and greenery, sometimes it becomes impossible to think that this lovely country is also home to vast beautiful stretches of golden deserts. The royal state of Rajasthan is one state in India that provides you the opportunity to visit the golden Thar Desert.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-30)
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Holidaying In The Beach Paradise By: Sanyukta Jain
Have a wonderful vacation in India, by planning a holiday in Goa. Goa is a small state in India and a land of beautiful beaches. Your tour to Goa will mesmerise you with its pristine beaches, forts, waterfalls, museums and the churches. It is a lovely place suitable for all kind of holidays. Enjoy scuba diving, snorkelling, canoeing, deep sea fishing and much more on its beautiful beaches.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-30)
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How To Choose The Best Hostel In Barcelona By: sophia miller
Due to global economic hardship and a saturated market, you can now enjoy a comfortable yet economical trip.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-30)
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