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The Land Of The Rising Sun By: Raveenwin
THE LAND OF THE RISING SUN
Arunachal Pradesh is a state which is located in the northeast part of our country. It shares many national and international boundaries. The majority of the population is claimed by the people of Republic of China as a part of South Tibet. Arunachal Pradesh means a land of dawn- lit mountains in Sanskrit. It is also popularly known as the land of the rising sun, because it is the easternmost state of our country. There are many immigrants who have moved into the state from various parts of India. The native's of Arunachal Pradesh are of Tibeto- Burman origin. The majority of the territory is claimed by the People's Republic of China. Itanagar is the capital of the state. Arunachal Pradesh is shielded by the Himalayas. It is covered by hill elevations ranging from 50m to 7000m, the whole cut including a number of rivers and valleys. There are five major rivers Kameng, Subansiri, Siang, Lohit and Tirap. Along with it are dense forests of oak, maple and pine altitude increases. When we talk of the history of this state, it remains a shrouded d mystery.
Tourists who visit Arunachal Pradesh get a glimpse of the leafy forests and lofty mountains and awesome religious sites and the much known- flora and fauna. The capital is situated in the feet of the Himalayas, is divided into two towns; Itanagar the town and Naharlagun the valley. Here, the Ita Fort is well liked by people. The other interesting places here are the Buddhist monastery, Ganga Lake and the Buddha Vihar which has a striking yellow roof and is located amidst the greenery. Tawang Monastery is founded by a monk, Meera Lama, a contemporary of the fifth Dalai Lama. It is traced 400 years old, consisting of an expansive library, tapestries, rare hand- written scriptures and manuscripts. Tawang land is populated with local tribes, is flooded with snowcapped peaks, lakes and streams.Daporijo is a town which fascination for adventure and casting lovers.
Tourisim flourishes here as it's known for its orchids, nature and hilly areas with thick greenery. Pink and white orchids are famous and there some which have medicinal value too. The historical significance of various structures situated here is another major tourist attraction. The wildlife of Arunachal Pradesh is rich and diverse. It includes tigers, elephants, jungle cats, leopards and some red pandas and white gibbons. The local people here have a fantastic taste for their songs, crafts and various cultural activities. As a tourist touring this part of India, you are sure to be entertained.
The climate varies with altitude as it is hot in the southern and as the altitude increases it becomes cold.(read entire article)(posted on: 2011-12-28)
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Raigad – Come Visit The Raigad Fort By: Raveenwin
“Raigad – Come Visit the Raigad Fort”
Raigad is a district in the Indian State of Maharashtra, located in the Konkan region. The district was renamed as Raigad after the Raigad fort. The Raigad fort is a very famous tourist destination. The fort was built by the Maratha leader, Shivaji in the interior dense forests of the district. The fort is built atop a spur of the Western Ghats in the Sahyadri Mountain ranges. The district faces the Arabian Sea on one side and is close to Pune, Thane and Mumbai harbor. Raigad also houses the natural harbor of Pen Madwa. Raigad also includes the isle of Gharapuri or Elephanta which is known for its ancient Hindu and Buddhist caves.
The Raigad fort is an imposing structure three thousand feet above sea level and is referred to as the “king of all forts” in Maharashtra. The fort was the capital of the great Maratha leader, Shivaji Chhatrapati.
Walking up to the fort also makes for a great trek. For those who prefer an easy walk, they can use the Raigad Ropeway.
A visit to the fort is incomplete without visiting the Raigad Museum. The museum is located at Lower Station of the fort. The fort contains the “Queen's Palace” along with other impressive structures. The Queens Palace is elegant and showcases the rich living quarters of the royal ladies. The quarter consists of six chambers; each chamber is equipped with a toilet that is fit with modern day like plumbing. The entire palace is constructed using wood. The chambers are vast, elegant and well preserved.
Shivaji himself used the “Raj Bhawan” from where he administered the kingdom. The palace rests on a dual podium and has wooden columns to carry the structure.
Tourists can also visit other sites in Raigad. The Gangasagar Lake is an artificial manmade lake adjacent to the fort. Legend has it that the water in the Lake is from the Holy Ganges. Shivaji was a practicing Hindu and built the famed Jagadishwar temple in his palace. The temple is a combination of Hindu and Mughal architecture. The ruins of the Jijamata Palace belonging to Shivaji's mother can also be visited. Trekkers love visiting the “Takmok Tok” which is a rock face of over twelve hundred feet. It provides amazing views of the surrounding Sahyadri Mountains. It is believed that Shivaji used the point to punish traitors by throwing them off this very cliff.
A small town on the bank of the Savitri River, Mahad is often visited for the holy shrine of Shri Varad Vinayak. The incredible sight here is the eternal lamp which is said to have been burning here from 1892 AD. The temple is one of the Ashta Vinayak shrines of the State.
Raigad can be reached by road from Mumbai and Pune on the NH4. The Konkan railway line passes through Raigad.(read entire article)(posted on: 2011-12-28)
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Kashmir Important Tourist Attractions And Sightseeing Spots By: Rashiq SEO
Kashmir has so many wonderful sightseeing attraction and tourism destinations. All are enigmatically blessed by the nature and has scores of tourist attractions and sightseeing spots that let the tourists enjoy remarkable vacation, with magnificent and alluring experiences of lifetime(read entire article)(posted on: 2011-12-28)
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“gujarat – The Land Of Vibrant Life” By: Flin Martyn
Gujarat is an Indian State in the Western part of India. Gujarat boasts of the longest coastline in India. Gujarat tourism is very popular and in the year 2010-11 the annual tourist footfall was recorded to be a staggering nineteen million. The Gujarat tourism body refers to Gujarat as “Vibrant Gujarat”.
The scenic beauty of Gujarat stretches from the Great Rann of Kutch to the hills of Saputara. The pure Asiatic Lions are protected in their home environment of Gujarat. The architecture in gujrat is a beautiful blend of Indo-Islamic architecture and is known as Indo-Saracenic style.
Gujarat has a lot to offer for tourists and Gujarat tourism can be divided into categories of business, archaeological and heritage, cultural tourism, religious tourism, medical tourism and wildlife tourism. A number of fairs and festivals can also be enjoyed.
Gujarat houses a number of Indian and Global companies and is the most industrialized state in the country. Gujarat hosts a biennial investors' summit called “Vibrant Gujarat”. The event brings together business leaders, investors, corporations, thought leaders, policy and opinion makers. Gujarat's economy is a great example for the rest of the country.
Gujarat has a wide variety of Historical Forts, Palaces, Mosques, Temples, and places of historical importance. World heritage sites like Lothal, Dholavira and Champaner make Gujarat a very good place to visit for history lovers. Ahmadabad's Heritage walk is the only daily departure Walking Tour in India. The architectural monuments and the historical background depict a blend of Hindu, Islamic and European architecture. Many of the palaces and forts have been converted into heritage hotels.
Gujarat is also well known for its rich culture. Gujarat has a unique Art and Handicraft like Bandhani, Patolas of Patan, Kutchhi Work, Khadi, bamboo Craft, block printing, embroidery, woodcraft, metal crafts, pottery, namda, rogan painting, pithora and many more handicrafts. The various folk songs, drama and theatre make Gujarat culturally very vibrant.
Gujarat is also home to a multitude devotional centres and temples with popular religious centers like Dwarka, Dakor, Ambaji, Palitana, Somnath, Shamlaji, Bahucharaji, Pavagadh, Kabirvad, Mahudi, Sun Temple, Modhera, Akshardham (Gandhinagar), Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Ahmedabad, Jain temples, Hindu Temples and Sudama Mandir.
Tourists in Gujarat can also enjoy the many National Parks and is a habitat for some of the World's rarest fauna and flora.The animals include asiatic lions, wild ass, blackbuck, bears,monkeys, nilgai, paradise flycatcher, chinkara and dolphins.The national parks and sanctuaries at Gir National Park, Marine National Park, Gulf of Kutch, Vansda National Park, Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary, Kutch Bustard Sanctuary and Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar.are worth visiting.
Festivals like Global Garba, Kite festival and Rann Utsav attract a lot of tourists. People also visit Gujarat for its medical facilities.
The luxury Royal Orient train from Gujarat to Rajasthan is also very popular with tourists.Gujarat is well connected by rail, road and air.(read entire article)(posted on: 2011-12-28)
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Singapore - A Land Of Opulence And Good Taste By: kumar pyasa
Mauritius lovingly referred as jewel on the Indian Ocean is truly the most sought after tourist destinations which are located close to Africa. This beautiful destination is truly the most fascinating vacation in the entire world.(read entire article)(posted on: 2011-12-28)
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Zip And Explore The Incredible Glory Of Goa With Its Holiday Package By: Rajesh Raj
Goa has much to explore and amuse with gaiety and leisure amidst the picturesque beaches and magnificent wonders nature. It is one of the best sought out destinations of India loved by tourist. The state grabs your attention with its mesmerizing spell bound friendly atmosphere of the surrounding attractions.(read entire article)(posted on: 2011-12-28)
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Mauritius And Its Wonderful Attractions To Explore By: kumar pyasa
Mauritius lovingly referred as jewel on the Indian Ocean is truly the most sought after tourist destinations which are located close to Africa. This beautiful destination is truly the most fascinating vacation in the entire world.(read entire article)(posted on: 2011-12-28)
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Distinctive Luton Airport Car Parking Selections By: Susan Jones
Lots of airport parking possibilities are existing from Luton airport, just in case you would possibly be departing from there for lengthy or brief visitations.(read entire article)(posted on: 2011-12-28)
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Kerala Backwaters – Lifeline Of Kerala Tourism By: Rajesh Raj
Gifted with the scenic wonderments of the nature and scintillating sightseeing spots, Kerala attraction and beauty can hardly be described in words. It is the land of scenic wonderments and offer tourists to enjoy remarkable vacation with pleasant and memorable experiences.(read entire article)(posted on: 2011-12-28)
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“nagarjuna Sagar – A Rich Historical Land” By: Flin
Nagarjuna Sagar, situated one hundred and fifty kilometers from Hyderabad in the Indian State of Andhra Pradesh is significant for its rich history and natural beauty. It is one of the most visited and attractive tourist spots in Andhra. In the ancient times the town was known as Vijayapuri.(read entire article)(posted on: 2011-12-27)
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