HARIDWAR TOURISM - Haridwar Introduction
On the foot of Himalayas, on the west bank of Ganges is situated the gateway to Lord Vishnu, i.e., Haridwar. It is also called Ganga-Dwara, because the holy Ganges enters the plains here. This is one of the seven holy cities in India. It is called Mayapuri Kshetra in the Puranas. Haridwar is about 225 kilometers northeast of Delhi. Haridwar is famous for its temples, bathing ghats and tanks. The Ganges, considered as the holiest river in India, is the star attraction of Haridwar. Pilgrims carry back the water from the Ganges, which they believe will remain fresh forever.
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Thursday, November 6, 2008
HARIDWAR TOURISM - Haridwar History
HARIDWAR TOURISM - Haridwar History
Down the ages, Haridwar has purified the mind, the body and the soul. Not only in spiritual or religious terms Haridwar has come up as a major learning center for arts, science and culture. This place has maintained the Gurukul tradition of teaching. This ancient tradition of teaching has maintained its fervour in Haridwar. Haridwar has since ages been a source of Ayurvedic medicines and has been providing herbal remedies. Haridwar one of the first towns to be developed on Ganges is still lush and green with forest and trees. With Rajaji Park in the vicinity Haridwar has also been the destination for the wildlife and nature lovers. The city acquires a unique charm in the evening when the ghats become breath takingly beautiful with thousands of Diyas and Marigold floating in the waters of Ganges.
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Down the ages, Haridwar has purified the mind, the body and the soul. Not only in spiritual or religious terms Haridwar has come up as a major learning center for arts, science and culture. This place has maintained the Gurukul tradition of teaching. This ancient tradition of teaching has maintained its fervour in Haridwar. Haridwar has since ages been a source of Ayurvedic medicines and has been providing herbal remedies. Haridwar one of the first towns to be developed on Ganges is still lush and green with forest and trees. With Rajaji Park in the vicinity Haridwar has also been the destination for the wildlife and nature lovers. The city acquires a unique charm in the evening when the ghats become breath takingly beautiful with thousands of Diyas and Marigold floating in the waters of Ganges.
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HARIDWAR TOURISM - Haridwar General Info
HARIDWAR TOURISM - Haridwar General Info
Area
12 sq. km.
Altitude
2927 mts.
Summer : Max 35.6ºC, Min 16.9ºC.
Winter : Max 28.3ºC, Min 10.6ºC.
Rainfall
162 cm.
Languages
Hindi, English and Garwali.
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Area
12 sq. km.
Altitude
2927 mts.
Summer : Max 35.6ºC, Min 16.9ºC.
Winter : Max 28.3ºC, Min 10.6ºC.
Rainfall
162 cm.
Languages
Hindi, English and Garwali.
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HARIDWAR TOURISM - Haridwar Fair & Festivals
HARIDWAR TOURISM - Haridwar Fair & Festivals
The festivals which are celebrated in Haridwar are :-
Kumbh Mela :- India has been attracting the whole world with her rich cultural heritages and spirituality. The renowned Kumbh Mela is a unique blend of all these. Haridwar Kumbh has its importance as the last Kumbh of this century. The Kumbh mela is held in every 12 years to commorate this spritual day .Millions of men, women, children, sagas, Rishi, Munies, baba's and tourists gather here to take a dip in the holy water of holy rivers.
Ardh Kumbh :- The Ardh Kumbh mela (fair) is held in every 6 years which is followed by the Kumbh Mela after 6 years.
It is believed that a dip in the holy river Ganga during the Ardh Kumbh gives one Moksha or Nirvana. Ardha Kumbh also attracts a large number of people to take the holy dip during these holy days.
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The festivals which are celebrated in Haridwar are :-
Kumbh Mela :- India has been attracting the whole world with her rich cultural heritages and spirituality. The renowned Kumbh Mela is a unique blend of all these. Haridwar Kumbh has its importance as the last Kumbh of this century. The Kumbh mela is held in every 12 years to commorate this spritual day .Millions of men, women, children, sagas, Rishi, Munies, baba's and tourists gather here to take a dip in the holy water of holy rivers.
Ardh Kumbh :- The Ardh Kumbh mela (fair) is held in every 6 years which is followed by the Kumbh Mela after 6 years.
It is believed that a dip in the holy river Ganga during the Ardh Kumbh gives one Moksha or Nirvana. Ardha Kumbh also attracts a large number of people to take the holy dip during these holy days.
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DARJEELING TOURISM - Darjeeling Introduction
DARJEELING TOURISM - Darjeeling Introduction
Darjeeling popularly known as the "Queens of Hill Stations" offers a picturesque view of the Himalayan panorama. It is a superlative combination of fern-filled valleys, snow-capped peaks and tea-scented air. Darjeeling is famous for tea gardens, magnificent view of the Himalayas, Kanchenjunga peak, beautiful valleys, trekking to high altitude and famous toy train. As it is Darjeeling attracts botanists, ornithologists, adventurers, photographers and holidaymakers alike. With its array of scenic wonders and a rich folk culture, Darjeeling has something for everyone.
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Darjeeling popularly known as the "Queens of Hill Stations" offers a picturesque view of the Himalayan panorama. It is a superlative combination of fern-filled valleys, snow-capped peaks and tea-scented air. Darjeeling is famous for tea gardens, magnificent view of the Himalayas, Kanchenjunga peak, beautiful valleys, trekking to high altitude and famous toy train. As it is Darjeeling attracts botanists, ornithologists, adventurers, photographers and holidaymakers alike. With its array of scenic wonders and a rich folk culture, Darjeeling has something for everyone.
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Tuesday, November 4, 2008
DARJEELING TOURISM - Darjeeling History
DARJEELING TOURISM - Darjeeling History
The name Darjeeling is a composition of 'dorje' meaning 'thunderbolt' and 'ling' meaning 'place' ... 'the Land of Thunderbolt'. Until the beginning of the 18th century the Darjeeling belonged to the rajas of Sikkim. In 1780 they lost Darjeeling to Gurkhas. A series of wars were fought between the Gurkhas and East India Company, eventually leading to the defeat of the Gurkhas. Campbell (from British) built the district and laid the foundation of the, now multi-million dollar tea industry in 1841. Now after freedom Darjeeling had developed a lot and numerous tea gardens had been established. Since the formation of the Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council in 1988 the hill areas fall under its jurisdiction. It has elected Councillors and they have the authority in managing certain affairs of the hill like education, tourism, health etc. Its beauty attracts the tourist from all over the world.
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The name Darjeeling is a composition of 'dorje' meaning 'thunderbolt' and 'ling' meaning 'place' ... 'the Land of Thunderbolt'. Until the beginning of the 18th century the Darjeeling belonged to the rajas of Sikkim. In 1780 they lost Darjeeling to Gurkhas. A series of wars were fought between the Gurkhas and East India Company, eventually leading to the defeat of the Gurkhas. Campbell (from British) built the district and laid the foundation of the, now multi-million dollar tea industry in 1841. Now after freedom Darjeeling had developed a lot and numerous tea gardens had been established. Since the formation of the Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council in 1988 the hill areas fall under its jurisdiction. It has elected Councillors and they have the authority in managing certain affairs of the hill like education, tourism, health etc. Its beauty attracts the tourist from all over the world.
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DARJEELING TOURISM - Darjeeling General Info
DARJEELING TOURISM - Darjeeling General Info
Area
11.44 sq km.
Altitude
2134 mts.
Summer : Max 14.89 °C, Min 8.59 °C.
Winter : Max 6.11 °C, Min 1.05 °C.
Rainfall
320 cm
Languages
English, Bengali, Gorkha, Nepali and Tibetan.
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Area
11.44 sq km.
Altitude
2134 mts.
Summer : Max 14.89 °C, Min 8.59 °C.
Winter : Max 6.11 °C, Min 1.05 °C.
Rainfall
320 cm
Languages
English, Bengali, Gorkha, Nepali and Tibetan.
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DARJEELING TOURISM - Darjeeling Fair & Festivals
DARJEELING TOURISM - Darjeeling Fair & Festivals
The festivals which are celebrated in Darjeeling are :-
Lepcha/Bhutia New Year's Day :- It is celebrated in the 1st week of January during Makar Sankranti when the colorful fairs are held along the Teest River.
Losar Tibetan New Year's Day :- It is celebrated in February. Colorful Tibetan folk-dances are staged in monasteries on this day.
Durga Puja/Dussehra :- Goddess Durga is worshipped and beautiful images of her are immersed in the water after taking them in colorful processions.
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The festivals which are celebrated in Darjeeling are :-
Lepcha/Bhutia New Year's Day :- It is celebrated in the 1st week of January during Makar Sankranti when the colorful fairs are held along the Teest River.
Losar Tibetan New Year's Day :- It is celebrated in February. Colorful Tibetan folk-dances are staged in monasteries on this day.
Durga Puja/Dussehra :- Goddess Durga is worshipped and beautiful images of her are immersed in the water after taking them in colorful processions.
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DARJEELING TOURISM - Darjeeling Best Season
DARJEELING TOURISM - Darjeeling Best Season
Best season to visit Darjeeling is between March to May and September to November. Bring light woolen clothing during summer and heavy woolens in winter.
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Best season to visit Darjeeling is between March to May and September to November. Bring light woolen clothing during summer and heavy woolens in winter.
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BODHGAYA TOURISM - Bodhgaya Best Season
BODHGAYA TOURISM - Bodhgaya Best Season
The pilgrimage season starts in September but the best time to visit Bodhgaya is between November to February when the climate is comfortable.
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The pilgrimage season starts in September but the best time to visit Bodhgaya is between November to February when the climate is comfortable.
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Monday, November 3, 2008
MOUNT ABU TOURISM - Mount Abu Introduction
MOUNT ABU TOURISM - Mount Abu Introduction
Mount Abu is located in the south-western corner of Rajasthan. It is also one of the major pilgrimage sites of India for both Hindu as well as Jain religions. Besides the temples and sites of historical importance, Mt. Abu is also rich in natural scenic beauties. According to the folklores, Mt. Abu was also the home of many saints and sages in ancient times. According to the legends, all the three hundred and thirty million gods and goddesses of the Hindu pantheon used to visit this holy mountain. For those who like Walking, Mount Abu has many delightful walks. Nakki Lake, said to have been carved out by the gods with their nails, is a favorite spot for boating.
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Mount Abu is located in the south-western corner of Rajasthan. It is also one of the major pilgrimage sites of India for both Hindu as well as Jain religions. Besides the temples and sites of historical importance, Mt. Abu is also rich in natural scenic beauties. According to the folklores, Mt. Abu was also the home of many saints and sages in ancient times. According to the legends, all the three hundred and thirty million gods and goddesses of the Hindu pantheon used to visit this holy mountain. For those who like Walking, Mount Abu has many delightful walks. Nakki Lake, said to have been carved out by the gods with their nails, is a favorite spot for boating.
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MOUNT ABU TOURISM - Mount Abu History
MOUNT ABU TOURISM - Mount Abu History
Mount Abu was once a part of the Chauhan kingdom of Rajasthan and served as a summer resort for the Rajput kings of the region. During the British rule in India, it used to be the favorite summer destination of the British who came here to escape the dusty, dry heat of the plains particularly Rajasthan. Mount Abu used to be the home of many saints and sages in the old times. This place is held in reverence by Jains as well since Jain scriptures record that Lord Mahavira, the 24th Jain Tirthankar (spiritual leader), also visited Mount Abu and blessed the city.
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Mount Abu was once a part of the Chauhan kingdom of Rajasthan and served as a summer resort for the Rajput kings of the region. During the British rule in India, it used to be the favorite summer destination of the British who came here to escape the dusty, dry heat of the plains particularly Rajasthan. Mount Abu used to be the home of many saints and sages in the old times. This place is held in reverence by Jains as well since Jain scriptures record that Lord Mahavira, the 24th Jain Tirthankar (spiritual leader), also visited Mount Abu and blessed the city.
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MOUNT ABU TOURISM - Mount Abu General Info
MOUNT ABU TOURISM - Mount Abu General Info
Area
25 sq. km.
Altitude
1220 mts.
Temperature
Summer : Max 33.8ºC, Min 23.3ºC.
Winter : Max 28.3ºC, Min 11.6ºC.
Rainfall
...
Languages
Hindi and Rajasthani.
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Area
25 sq. km.
Altitude
1220 mts.
Temperature
Summer : Max 33.8ºC, Min 23.3ºC.
Winter : Max 28.3ºC, Min 11.6ºC.
Rainfall
...
Languages
Hindi and Rajasthani.
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MOUNT ABU TOURISM - Mount Abu Fair & Festivals
MOUNT ABU TOURISM - Mount Abu Fair & Festivals
The festivals which are celebrated in Mount Abu are:-
Summer Festival :- The Summer Festival is held every year in the month of Aashadh (June). The three-day festival is a feast of folk and classical music and a window to the tribal life and culture of Rajasthan. The grand finale of the festival is a display of dazzling fireworks, which adds to the tourist's delight.
Mahavira Jayanti :- The birth anniversary of Lord Mahavira is celebrated as Mahavira Jayanti. Jain pilgrims from all over the country converge at the Dilwara temples for this most important festival of Jainism.
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The festivals which are celebrated in Mount Abu are:-
Summer Festival :- The Summer Festival is held every year in the month of Aashadh (June). The three-day festival is a feast of folk and classical music and a window to the tribal life and culture of Rajasthan. The grand finale of the festival is a display of dazzling fireworks, which adds to the tourist's delight.
Mahavira Jayanti :- The birth anniversary of Lord Mahavira is celebrated as Mahavira Jayanti. Jain pilgrims from all over the country converge at the Dilwara temples for this most important festival of Jainism.
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MOUNT ABU TOURISM - Mount Abu Best Season
MOUNT ABU TOURISM - Mount Abu Best Season
Mount Abu has a very comfortable climate throughout the year. And because of this fact, Mount Abu can be visited all through the year.
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Mount Abu has a very comfortable climate throughout the year. And because of this fact, Mount Abu can be visited all through the year.
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JAISALMER TOURISM - Jaisalmer Introduction
JAISALMER TOURISM - Jaisalmer Introduction
Rajasthan, the land of the kings, in India at its exotic and colourful best with its battle-scarred forts, its palaces of breathtaking grandeur and whimsical charm, its riotous colours and even its romantic sense of pride and honour. Jaisalmer is a great place to simply wander. The old city was once completely surrounded by an extensive wall, much of which has sadly been ripped away in recent times for building material. Some of it remains, however, including the city gates and, inside them, the massive fort which rises above the city and is the essence of Jaisalmer. The main market area is directly below the hill, while the banks, the new palace and several other shops and offices are near the Amar Sagar Gate to the west.
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Rajasthan, the land of the kings, in India at its exotic and colourful best with its battle-scarred forts, its palaces of breathtaking grandeur and whimsical charm, its riotous colours and even its romantic sense of pride and honour. Jaisalmer is a great place to simply wander. The old city was once completely surrounded by an extensive wall, much of which has sadly been ripped away in recent times for building material. Some of it remains, however, including the city gates and, inside them, the massive fort which rises above the city and is the essence of Jaisalmer. The main market area is directly below the hill, while the banks, the new palace and several other shops and offices are near the Amar Sagar Gate to the west.
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JAISALMER TOURISM - Jaisalmer History
JAISALMER TOURISM - Jaisalmer History
The 'Golden City' of Jaisalmer was founded in the year 1156 by a Bhatti Rajput prime Jaisala named the city from the vulnerable former capital of Lodhruva, 15 kms to the southeast. The succession of Maharajas of Jaisalmer trace their lineage back to the ruler of Bhatti Rajput Clan Jailasimha. It was in fulfillment of Lord Krishna's prophecy that a distant scion of his Yadav clan would build a kingdom here. There was water on the hill, a miracle performed by Krishna to quench the thirst of Arjuna. The hilltop offered the safest fort location, dominating and surveying the desert for miles. The Lunar clan of Bhattis is Krishna's descendant, valiant and most feared of the dessert marauders, perennially locked in territorial skirmishes with Jodhpur and Bikaner. One Bhatti scion-Gaj Singh had founded the city of Ghazni in Afghanistan but ultimately lost it to forces from Khorasan. One of his grandsons reclaimed Ghazni, embraced Islam, and came to be called Chagattas (Mughals). They later plundered the land of their ancestors between 1000 and 1025 A.D. Again, led by Babar they came to found the Mughal Empire in India. Today, tourism will soon rival military bases as the pillar of the city's economy. The military bases hardly impinge at all on the life of the old city and only the occasional sound of war planes landing or taking off in the distance ever disturbs the tranquillity of this desert gem.It's not always been so peaceful, of course, since fortresses have rarely been constructed for aesthetic reasons and medieval desert chieftains were not known for their pacific temperaments. Chivarlic rivelry and ferocity between the various Rajput clans were the order of the day and the Bhatti Rajputs of Jaisalmer were regarded as a formidable force throughout the region. While Jaisalmer largely escaped direct conquest by the muslim rulers of Delhi, it did experience its share of sieges and sackings with the inevitable jauhar being declared in the face of inevitable defeat. There is perhaps no Rajasthani city in which you can more easily conjure up the spirit of those times.
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The 'Golden City' of Jaisalmer was founded in the year 1156 by a Bhatti Rajput prime Jaisala named the city from the vulnerable former capital of Lodhruva, 15 kms to the southeast. The succession of Maharajas of Jaisalmer trace their lineage back to the ruler of Bhatti Rajput Clan Jailasimha. It was in fulfillment of Lord Krishna's prophecy that a distant scion of his Yadav clan would build a kingdom here. There was water on the hill, a miracle performed by Krishna to quench the thirst of Arjuna. The hilltop offered the safest fort location, dominating and surveying the desert for miles. The Lunar clan of Bhattis is Krishna's descendant, valiant and most feared of the dessert marauders, perennially locked in territorial skirmishes with Jodhpur and Bikaner. One Bhatti scion-Gaj Singh had founded the city of Ghazni in Afghanistan but ultimately lost it to forces from Khorasan. One of his grandsons reclaimed Ghazni, embraced Islam, and came to be called Chagattas (Mughals). They later plundered the land of their ancestors between 1000 and 1025 A.D. Again, led by Babar they came to found the Mughal Empire in India. Today, tourism will soon rival military bases as the pillar of the city's economy. The military bases hardly impinge at all on the life of the old city and only the occasional sound of war planes landing or taking off in the distance ever disturbs the tranquillity of this desert gem.It's not always been so peaceful, of course, since fortresses have rarely been constructed for aesthetic reasons and medieval desert chieftains were not known for their pacific temperaments. Chivarlic rivelry and ferocity between the various Rajput clans were the order of the day and the Bhatti Rajputs of Jaisalmer were regarded as a formidable force throughout the region. While Jaisalmer largely escaped direct conquest by the muslim rulers of Delhi, it did experience its share of sieges and sackings with the inevitable jauhar being declared in the face of inevitable defeat. There is perhaps no Rajasthani city in which you can more easily conjure up the spirit of those times.
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JAISALMER TOURISM - Jaisalmer Fair & Festivals
JAISALMER TOURISM - Jaisalmer Fair & Festivals
Desert Festival :- Desert Festival is the perfect occasion to take a glimpse into the royal past and affluent cultural heritage of Jaisalmer. The festival offers a breathtaking spectacle of folk dances, traditional songs and various competitions that virtually set the deserted land of Jaisalmer on fire. The festival exudes a delightful spirit and for three days the entire town is clustered with colorfully dressed people.
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Desert Festival :- Desert Festival is the perfect occasion to take a glimpse into the royal past and affluent cultural heritage of Jaisalmer. The festival offers a breathtaking spectacle of folk dances, traditional songs and various competitions that virtually set the deserted land of Jaisalmer on fire. The festival exudes a delightful spirit and for three days the entire town is clustered with colorfully dressed people.
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JAISALMER TOURISM - Jaisalmer Best Season
JAISALMER TOURISM - Jaisalmer Best Season
At an altitude of 793 meters, maximum temperature is 46 degrees Celsius and minimum 354 degrees Celsius. In winter the highest is 14 and lowest is 1-degree Celsius. Therefore the best season to visit Jaisalmer is between October and March.
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At an altitude of 793 meters, maximum temperature is 46 degrees Celsius and minimum 354 degrees Celsius. In winter the highest is 14 and lowest is 1-degree Celsius. Therefore the best season to visit Jaisalmer is between October and March.
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JAISALMER TOURISM - Jaisalmer Best Season
JAISALMER TOURISM - Jaisalmer Best Season
At an altitude of 793 meters, maximum temperature is 46 degrees Celsius and minimum 354 degrees Celsius. In winter the highest is 14 and lowest is 1-degree Celsius. Therefore the best season to visit Jaisalmer is between October and March.
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At an altitude of 793 meters, maximum temperature is 46 degrees Celsius and minimum 354 degrees Celsius. In winter the highest is 14 and lowest is 1-degree Celsius. Therefore the best season to visit Jaisalmer is between October and March.
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HARIDWAR TOURISM - Haridwar Best Season
HARIDWAR TOURISM - Haridwar Best Season
During the summers the temperature usually hangs around 40 degrees but winters sees the mercury dipping as low as six degrees. One Should never expect any sort of pleasant high altitude climate here. The best seasons to visit Haridwar is some where between September and June.
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During the summers the temperature usually hangs around 40 degrees but winters sees the mercury dipping as low as six degrees. One Should never expect any sort of pleasant high altitude climate here. The best seasons to visit Haridwar is some where between September and June.
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Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Travel India - Visa Guidelines - While you are in Transit
Travel India - Visa Guidelines - While you are in Transit :-
As a bonafide transit passenger you will be issued a visa for a maximum period of 15 days with single or double entry permit.
Added Information :-
The validity of visa may be for more than 6 months but the duration of stay in India for each visit on a tourist visa or business visa will not exceed 6 months.
Visa is given for a period for which passport is valid. For example, if a passport is valid until April 30, 2003 and an applicant is applying for 5 years visa on December 31, 1999, the applicant will not be issued a 5 years visa as the passport expires before the 5-year visa.
Visas are valid from the date of their issue.
If the foreigner is connected with the tourism trade he may avail a tourist visa up to 5 years.
Registration is compulsory within 14 days of first arrival in India if visa is for more than 180 days.
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As a bonafide transit passenger you will be issued a visa for a maximum period of 15 days with single or double entry permit.
Added Information :-
The validity of visa may be for more than 6 months but the duration of stay in India for each visit on a tourist visa or business visa will not exceed 6 months.
Visa is given for a period for which passport is valid. For example, if a passport is valid until April 30, 2003 and an applicant is applying for 5 years visa on December 31, 1999, the applicant will not be issued a 5 years visa as the passport expires before the 5-year visa.
Visas are valid from the date of their issue.
If the foreigner is connected with the tourism trade he may avail a tourist visa up to 5 years.
Registration is compulsory within 14 days of first arrival in India if visa is for more than 180 days.
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Travel India - Visa Guidelines - Traveling for Business
Travel India - Visa Guidelines - Traveling for Business :-
If you are on a business visit, you can avail a visa that is valid for one or more years with multiple entries.
Documents required :-
A letter from your sponsoring organization mentioning the nature of business, probable duration of stay with itinerary.
A guarantee to meet all expenses incurred during your stay.
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If you are on a business visit, you can avail a visa that is valid for one or more years with multiple entries.
Documents required :-
A letter from your sponsoring organization mentioning the nature of business, probable duration of stay with itinerary.
A guarantee to meet all expenses incurred during your stay.
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Travel India - Visa Guidelines - Tips
Travel India - Visa Guidelines - Tips :-
Although a provision exists for the issue of a Temporary Landing Permit (TLP) at the point of entry if you are traveling in transit through India, it is advisable to obtain a transit visa prior to your arrival in India. It is issued for a stay of 72 hours and is not available to all nationalities. The TLP is issued only to those travelers in whose countries there is no Indian Diplomatic representation at the discretion of the Immigration Capital. For this, a valid passport confirmed onward air ticket and onward visa is a must.
A special agreement has been made with India and the SAARC countries (Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka) to keep the visa fee to the minimum to facilitate the travel between its people.
There also exist bilateral agreements between India and some countries like Argentina, Bangladesh, Hungary, Maldives, Mauritius, Mongolia, Poland, Romania, South Africa etc. for gratis visa.
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Although a provision exists for the issue of a Temporary Landing Permit (TLP) at the point of entry if you are traveling in transit through India, it is advisable to obtain a transit visa prior to your arrival in India. It is issued for a stay of 72 hours and is not available to all nationalities. The TLP is issued only to those travelers in whose countries there is no Indian Diplomatic representation at the discretion of the Immigration Capital. For this, a valid passport confirmed onward air ticket and onward visa is a must.
A special agreement has been made with India and the SAARC countries (Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka) to keep the visa fee to the minimum to facilitate the travel between its people.
There also exist bilateral agreements between India and some countries like Argentina, Bangladesh, Hungary, Maldives, Mauritius, Mongolia, Poland, Romania, South Africa etc. for gratis visa.
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Travel India - Visa Guidelines - Photocopies -
Travel India - Visa Guidelines - Photocopies -
of the front page and visa page
of passport, relevant pages of residence permit having last extension. other relevant documents for particular category of visa. e.g.
--Bonafide Certificate and Identity card for student visa.
--Company letter and terms and conditions for business / employment visa.
--Marriage certificate in case seeking extension of visa on the ground of marriage to an Indian.
--For Research Visa, approval of research projects from the Nodal Ministry.
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of the front page and visa page
of passport, relevant pages of residence permit having last extension. other relevant documents for particular category of visa. e.g.
--Bonafide Certificate and Identity card for student visa.
--Company letter and terms and conditions for business / employment visa.
--Marriage certificate in case seeking extension of visa on the ground of marriage to an Indian.
--For Research Visa, approval of research projects from the Nodal Ministry.
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Travel India - Visa Guidelines - If you are a Tourist
Travel India - Visa Guidelines - If you are a Tourist :-
Visa is given for 6 months normally, rest specifically depends on the country of residence.
You need to produce documents in proof of your financial standing.
If you are a group of tourists (traveling in-groups of not less than four members) under the auspices of a recognized travel agency you may be considered for grant of collective tourist visa.
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Visa is given for 6 months normally, rest specifically depends on the country of residence.
You need to produce documents in proof of your financial standing.
If you are a group of tourists (traveling in-groups of not less than four members) under the auspices of a recognized travel agency you may be considered for grant of collective tourist visa.
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Travel India - Visa Guidelines - How to extend your VISA
Travel India - Visa Guidelines - How to extend your VISA:-
Any visitor who wishes to extend his visa, unless he is a tourist, is required to contact the FRRO's personally (no clones please).
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Any visitor who wishes to extend his visa, unless he is a tourist, is required to contact the FRRO's personally (no clones please).
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Travel India - Visa Guidelines - How to apply
Travel India - Visa Guidelines - How to apply :-
For a Visitors Visa you should apply at the diplomatic missions in your own country of residence or nearest Mission en route.
If your passport is valid for a minimum of six months beyond the date of intended departure from India you should accompany visa applications along with it.
You will have a specified space to paste one photo and do not forget to staple another on to the form (comes in handy while comparing).
And in case you are applying for visa from a country you are not a national of (foreigner), you need to submit proof of long term permanent residence in the country, which is at least three years, from where you are applying.
If you are a citizen of another country, then a reference of your country of residence is needed for which there is a additional fee and it would require extra time for processing.
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For a Visitors Visa you should apply at the diplomatic missions in your own country of residence or nearest Mission en route.
If your passport is valid for a minimum of six months beyond the date of intended departure from India you should accompany visa applications along with it.
You will have a specified space to paste one photo and do not forget to staple another on to the form (comes in handy while comparing).
And in case you are applying for visa from a country you are not a national of (foreigner), you need to submit proof of long term permanent residence in the country, which is at least three years, from where you are applying.
If you are a citizen of another country, then a reference of your country of residence is needed for which there is a additional fee and it would require extra time for processing.
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Travel India - Visa Guidelines - Extension of Visa in Delhi
Travel India - Visa Guidelines - Extension of Visa in Delhi
Ministry of Home Affairs
Director (F)
Lok Nayak Bhawan
Ist floor, Khan market
New Delhi-110003.
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Ministry of Home Affairs
Director (F)
Lok Nayak Bhawan
Ist floor, Khan market
New Delhi-110003.
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Travel India - Visa Guidelines - Documents Needed
Travel India - Visa Guidelines - Documents Needed:
Original Documents -
Passport
Residence permits
PIO Card
Travel documents
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Original Documents -
Passport
Residence permits
PIO Card
Travel documents
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Delhi - History
Delhi - History
Delhi, where a empire rose and fell before the dawn of history; where citadels of emperors appeared and disappeared; a city of mysterious eternity whose old ruins proclaim a majestic and imperial past and whose present pulsates vibrantly with the ever flowing life of India. The eternal Jamuna bears witness to the glorious and tumultuous 5,000 year old history of Delhi. A history which begins with the creation of Indraprastha by the Pandavas and the transformation of this barren gift of the Kauravas into an idyllic haven.
A history which encompasses all the various kings and emperors who fixed their royal citadels here-- Indraprastha, Lal Kot, Quila Rai Pithora, Siri, Jahanpanah, Tughlakabad, Ferozabad, Dinpanah, Delhi Sher Shahi or then Shahjahanabad. but, combined and integrated into one, these 'new cities' have always been called Delhi and howsoever many names it may have acquired, Delhi has always been intrinsically identified with power and imperial sway. There have been at least eight cities around modern Delhi, and the old saying that whoever founds a new city at Delhi will lose it has come true every time -- most recently for the British who founded New Delhi in 1911.
The historic Purana Qila, which has stood witness to Delhi's rejuvenation, periods of anarchy, and the rise & fall of empires, brings alive history of the capital. Amidst the tranquility of the splendidly panoramic environs of Purana Qila, Delhi's historic and legendary past come to life. After Shah Jahan built Red Fort the attention of administration shifted to gorgeous palaces of the fort. Today the fort is open for the public but only limited area can be accessed. More than half of the fort area has been taken over by the Army. But even what is open to visit reminds one of the splendour and lavish life style which our rulers lived. Delhi has seen the death of many empires and resisted bloody attempts to eliminate her. Nadir Shah had ordered his soldiers to plunder and massacre Delhi. It is said that he got so much wealth from Delhi that he was not able to carry in home. Abdali and Taimur Lane were no different they had tried their best to demolish the city of Delhi but it was some kind of a boon which helped it to regain its lost glory each time Delhi was plundered.
Delhi was the focal point for the first war of independence in 1857. Though the revolt did not reach its desired conclusion, Delhi became a thorn in the eyes of the British. Not only in ancient times or the mediaeval period, Delhi has been the center of any activity at all times. As the Britishers shifted their capital from Calcutta to Delhi, all the activities during the freedom struggle were directed towards Delhi. Thus, Delhi also bears the marks of the freedom struggle. The ultimate goal of the Azad Hind Fauz during the freedom struggle was to capture Delhi and established Swaraj. The slogan 'Dilli Chalo' is still used by leaders and political parties when they oraganise any rally or demonstration. It was the hosting of the tricolour at Red Fort in Delhi which marked a chapter in the history of India.
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Delhi, where a empire rose and fell before the dawn of history; where citadels of emperors appeared and disappeared; a city of mysterious eternity whose old ruins proclaim a majestic and imperial past and whose present pulsates vibrantly with the ever flowing life of India. The eternal Jamuna bears witness to the glorious and tumultuous 5,000 year old history of Delhi. A history which begins with the creation of Indraprastha by the Pandavas and the transformation of this barren gift of the Kauravas into an idyllic haven.
A history which encompasses all the various kings and emperors who fixed their royal citadels here-- Indraprastha, Lal Kot, Quila Rai Pithora, Siri, Jahanpanah, Tughlakabad, Ferozabad, Dinpanah, Delhi Sher Shahi or then Shahjahanabad. but, combined and integrated into one, these 'new cities' have always been called Delhi and howsoever many names it may have acquired, Delhi has always been intrinsically identified with power and imperial sway. There have been at least eight cities around modern Delhi, and the old saying that whoever founds a new city at Delhi will lose it has come true every time -- most recently for the British who founded New Delhi in 1911.
The historic Purana Qila, which has stood witness to Delhi's rejuvenation, periods of anarchy, and the rise & fall of empires, brings alive history of the capital. Amidst the tranquility of the splendidly panoramic environs of Purana Qila, Delhi's historic and legendary past come to life. After Shah Jahan built Red Fort the attention of administration shifted to gorgeous palaces of the fort. Today the fort is open for the public but only limited area can be accessed. More than half of the fort area has been taken over by the Army. But even what is open to visit reminds one of the splendour and lavish life style which our rulers lived. Delhi has seen the death of many empires and resisted bloody attempts to eliminate her. Nadir Shah had ordered his soldiers to plunder and massacre Delhi. It is said that he got so much wealth from Delhi that he was not able to carry in home. Abdali and Taimur Lane were no different they had tried their best to demolish the city of Delhi but it was some kind of a boon which helped it to regain its lost glory each time Delhi was plundered.
Delhi was the focal point for the first war of independence in 1857. Though the revolt did not reach its desired conclusion, Delhi became a thorn in the eyes of the British. Not only in ancient times or the mediaeval period, Delhi has been the center of any activity at all times. As the Britishers shifted their capital from Calcutta to Delhi, all the activities during the freedom struggle were directed towards Delhi. Thus, Delhi also bears the marks of the freedom struggle. The ultimate goal of the Azad Hind Fauz during the freedom struggle was to capture Delhi and established Swaraj. The slogan 'Dilli Chalo' is still used by leaders and political parties when they oraganise any rally or demonstration. It was the hosting of the tricolour at Red Fort in Delhi which marked a chapter in the history of India.
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Delhi - Heritage - RELIGION & CULTURE
Delhi - Heritage - RELIGION & CULTURE
Delhi-- the capital of India, reflects the cultural diversity and religious unity of India. It is difficult to define the culture and religion of India. As there is a continuous inflow of people from all parts of India, the cultural diversity is very prominent. Being an ancient city Delhi has the shadows of its past. It is said that the Delhi is losing its charm but still the glory of the past looms large its life-style. Delhi might be changing with time it has always done so but it has never shelved the past. There are discos for youngsters to swing their body through out the night, but still the Quwallies at the Nizamuddin Shrine floats in the air, the silence of the night is broken by the Prabhat ferries and the singing of Gurbani (the verses from the Granth Sahaib), the bells in the temples still tells about God being every where, the Sunday masses in Churches still attract the otherwise busy residents of India. People take a break from the hurried life during the ancient fairs and festivals like 'Phoolwalo-Ki-Sair which are still oraganised in traditional way.
Delhi shares its borders with Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab, which influence the life-styles and language of the people. Migrations from various parts of India has led to pockets of has diverse culture coming together in various parts of Delhi. For example, R.K. Puram has a concentration of South Indians, while C.R. Park has a concentration of Bengalies. Delhi celebrates Durga Puja is celebrated with same enthusiasm as Id is celebrated. The Guru Purab and Christmas carry the same colour as Dewali or Buddha Purnima. The amalgamation of various cultures, traditions, religions has painted Delhi in colour which are brought from all over India.
The Jama Mazjid of the walled city is an excellent example of Indo-Persian art, whereas the Birla Temple and the Chattarpur Temple complex are considered as a blend of the North and South Indian architectural styles. Gurdwara Raquab Ganj, Sheesh Ganj and Bangla Sahib stand tall for Sikhism, whereas St. Thomas and St. Columbus toll their bells for Christians. The Bahai Lotus temple has introduced the Bahai way of worship in Delhi. Not to forget the ancient religions of Jainism and Buddhism whose genesis is in India. The monastery near the Interstate bus terminus is hub of Tibetan culture in India. Not only for the Monastery but the place has acquired fame as shopping mall. Though 'Parsies' reside mainly in western India, Delhi opens its arms for one and all.
Even though Hindus form the majority, almost 85%, India does not impose any official religion on its people. Through the ages Delhi has accepted, adapted and moulded itself to everything from Islam, rather from Aryan culture to Christianity. It adopted herself with the changing faces of history. It got the destroyed many times but it has retained the culture, heritage, religion and the tradition of its time for the generations to come.
While visiting these architecturally magnificent spiritual abodes, acquire prior information of the etiquettes to be followed. Taking off shoes and other leather articles and even covering the head and body in the sanatorium might be mandatory at such places. Avoid hugging and holding hands at these places.
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Delhi-- the capital of India, reflects the cultural diversity and religious unity of India. It is difficult to define the culture and religion of India. As there is a continuous inflow of people from all parts of India, the cultural diversity is very prominent. Being an ancient city Delhi has the shadows of its past. It is said that the Delhi is losing its charm but still the glory of the past looms large its life-style. Delhi might be changing with time it has always done so but it has never shelved the past. There are discos for youngsters to swing their body through out the night, but still the Quwallies at the Nizamuddin Shrine floats in the air, the silence of the night is broken by the Prabhat ferries and the singing of Gurbani (the verses from the Granth Sahaib), the bells in the temples still tells about God being every where, the Sunday masses in Churches still attract the otherwise busy residents of India. People take a break from the hurried life during the ancient fairs and festivals like 'Phoolwalo-Ki-Sair which are still oraganised in traditional way.
Delhi shares its borders with Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab, which influence the life-styles and language of the people. Migrations from various parts of India has led to pockets of has diverse culture coming together in various parts of Delhi. For example, R.K. Puram has a concentration of South Indians, while C.R. Park has a concentration of Bengalies. Delhi celebrates Durga Puja is celebrated with same enthusiasm as Id is celebrated. The Guru Purab and Christmas carry the same colour as Dewali or Buddha Purnima. The amalgamation of various cultures, traditions, religions has painted Delhi in colour which are brought from all over India.
The Jama Mazjid of the walled city is an excellent example of Indo-Persian art, whereas the Birla Temple and the Chattarpur Temple complex are considered as a blend of the North and South Indian architectural styles. Gurdwara Raquab Ganj, Sheesh Ganj and Bangla Sahib stand tall for Sikhism, whereas St. Thomas and St. Columbus toll their bells for Christians. The Bahai Lotus temple has introduced the Bahai way of worship in Delhi. Not to forget the ancient religions of Jainism and Buddhism whose genesis is in India. The monastery near the Interstate bus terminus is hub of Tibetan culture in India. Not only for the Monastery but the place has acquired fame as shopping mall. Though 'Parsies' reside mainly in western India, Delhi opens its arms for one and all.
Even though Hindus form the majority, almost 85%, India does not impose any official religion on its people. Through the ages Delhi has accepted, adapted and moulded itself to everything from Islam, rather from Aryan culture to Christianity. It adopted herself with the changing faces of history. It got the destroyed many times but it has retained the culture, heritage, religion and the tradition of its time for the generations to come.
While visiting these architecturally magnificent spiritual abodes, acquire prior information of the etiquettes to be followed. Taking off shoes and other leather articles and even covering the head and body in the sanatorium might be mandatory at such places. Avoid hugging and holding hands at these places.
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Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - SEPTEMBER TO OCTOBER
Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - SEPTEMBER TO OCTOBER
Ramlila and Durga Puja or Dussehra is celebrated during these months. 2nd October is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.
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Ramlila and Durga Puja or Dussehra is celebrated during these months. 2nd October is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.
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Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - OCTOBER TO NOVEMBER
Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - OCTOBER TO NOVEMBER
Dewali, the festivals of light falls during these months. This also marks the Hindu New Year. It is celebrated by lighting countless oil lamps, candles and bursting crackers. On the fifth day sisters put tilak on their brother's forehead. The festival of Govardhan is dedicated to the cows. The Birth day of Guru Nanak, founder of Sikhism is also celebrated in November.
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Dewali, the festivals of light falls during these months. This also marks the Hindu New Year. It is celebrated by lighting countless oil lamps, candles and bursting crackers. On the fifth day sisters put tilak on their brother's forehead. The festival of Govardhan is dedicated to the cows. The Birth day of Guru Nanak, founder of Sikhism is also celebrated in November.
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Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - MAY
Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - MAY
Buddha Purnima comes in May which commorates the birth of Lord Buddha.
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Buddha Purnima comes in May which commorates the birth of Lord Buddha.
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Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - MARCH TO APRIL
Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - MARCH TO APRIL
These months celebrate the birth of Lord Rama as Ramanvami. On the thirteenth day of April comes the harvest festival of Baisakhi. The birth of Mahavira, the founder of Jainism also comes during these months.
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These months celebrate the birth of Lord Rama as Ramanvami. On the thirteenth day of April comes the harvest festival of Baisakhi. The birth of Mahavira, the founder of Jainism also comes during these months.
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Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - JULY TO AUGUST
Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - JULY TO AUGUST
Fifteenth day of August is the Independence day of India. The Naag Panchami is dedicated to the serpant lord, Naag devta. This month also brings the festival of threads Rakhi. In this sisters tie sacred thread on the wrist of brothers and pray for their long life. Rakhi is celebrated on the full moon day.
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Fifteenth day of August is the Independence day of India. The Naag Panchami is dedicated to the serpant lord, Naag devta. This month also brings the festival of threads Rakhi. In this sisters tie sacred thread on the wrist of brothers and pray for their long life. Rakhi is celebrated on the full moon day.
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Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - JANUARY
Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - JANUARY
With the new year the seasons of festivals starts. It all begins with the festival of Spring, Vasant Panchami. Twenty sixth day of January is celebrated as the anniversary of the India's establishment as a republic. The 30th day is remembered as the Martyrs' day.
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With the new year the seasons of festivals starts. It all begins with the festival of Spring, Vasant Panchami. Twenty sixth day of January is celebrated as the anniversary of the India's establishment as a republic. The 30th day is remembered as the Martyrs' day.
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Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - FEBRUARY TO MARCH
Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - FEBRUARY TO MARCH
Shivratri is dedicated to lord Shiva and a fast is held on this day. The festival of colours is also celebrated during these months. In ancient times this festival was celebrated with perfumed coloured water and petals powder.
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Shivratri is dedicated to lord Shiva and a fast is held on this day. The festival of colours is also celebrated during these months. In ancient times this festival was celebrated with perfumed coloured water and petals powder.
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Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - AUGUST TO SEPTEMBER
Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - AUGUST TO SEPTEMBER
The Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with pomp and gaiety throughout the country and is dedicated to the Elephant God, Ganesha. Pateli is the Parsi new year. The birthday of Lord Krishna is celebrated as Janamashtmi.
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The Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with pomp and gaiety throughout the country and is dedicated to the Elephant God, Ganesha. Pateli is the Parsi new year. The birthday of Lord Krishna is celebrated as Janamashtmi.
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Delhi - Heritage - DELICACIES
Delhi - Heritage - DELICACIES
Indians, for geographical, agricultural and hence habitual reasons savour spicy food and sweets of various kind. Delhi being a conglomerate of different cultures can serve people with a Bengali preparation of rassogollas, sandesh, north Indian sweet phirni, kheer, peda, laddoo or Punjabi delicacy pinni.
Delhi is proud of the road side dhabas and restaurants it has. Old Delhi boasts of food joints almost a century old like the 'Karims'. The most popular cuisine is mughlai. The food is cooked in the clay ovens or the 'tandoors'. The dishes include 'korma' or pot roasts, 'kababs', and 'biriyanis'. The best of south Indian food --dosas, idilies, uttapams etc-- can be had at the Sagar Group of Restaurants, Andhra Bhavan and Udupi. Half of the Delhi population consists of Punjabis, owing to the vicinity of Punjab and having Pakistani immigrants. Thus the abundance of Punjabi food which is a mixture of vegetarian and non-vegetarian preparations. Its speciality is that it has high oil content and includes milk preparations too. Of this Delhi is famous for Chaat and Kulche , Bhalle etc.
Then there is North Indian traditional `pucca ' or `kutcha ' food which is essentially vegetarian; ought to be cooked with highest degree of hygiene ; basic difference between the two is fried and non fried ; tastes best when an Indian housewife cooks and serves with affection.
Of course , globalisation has brought MNCs like KFC and Mc Donalds to India , there are Nirula's and Wimpy's in league with them . The five star hotels like Maurya, Taj, Oberio, Park, Ashoka, and others serve Chinese , Continental , Thai , Mughlai and Indian cuisines.
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Indians, for geographical, agricultural and hence habitual reasons savour spicy food and sweets of various kind. Delhi being a conglomerate of different cultures can serve people with a Bengali preparation of rassogollas, sandesh, north Indian sweet phirni, kheer, peda, laddoo or Punjabi delicacy pinni.
Delhi is proud of the road side dhabas and restaurants it has. Old Delhi boasts of food joints almost a century old like the 'Karims'. The most popular cuisine is mughlai. The food is cooked in the clay ovens or the 'tandoors'. The dishes include 'korma' or pot roasts, 'kababs', and 'biriyanis'. The best of south Indian food --dosas, idilies, uttapams etc-- can be had at the Sagar Group of Restaurants, Andhra Bhavan and Udupi. Half of the Delhi population consists of Punjabis, owing to the vicinity of Punjab and having Pakistani immigrants. Thus the abundance of Punjabi food which is a mixture of vegetarian and non-vegetarian preparations. Its speciality is that it has high oil content and includes milk preparations too. Of this Delhi is famous for Chaat and Kulche , Bhalle etc.
Then there is North Indian traditional `pucca ' or `kutcha ' food which is essentially vegetarian; ought to be cooked with highest degree of hygiene ; basic difference between the two is fried and non fried ; tastes best when an Indian housewife cooks and serves with affection.
Of course , globalisation has brought MNCs like KFC and Mc Donalds to India , there are Nirula's and Wimpy's in league with them . The five star hotels like Maurya, Taj, Oberio, Park, Ashoka, and others serve Chinese , Continental , Thai , Mughlai and Indian cuisines.
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Delhi - Heritage - SHOPPING
Delhi - Heritage - SHOPPING
Delhi is a paradise for shoppers. Here you can buy almost anything from anywhere in India. Delhi has thousands of good shops tidily grouped together subject wise - antiques, handicrafts, European fashions, leather articles, rugs and carpets, linen & fabrics, silks, jewelry, furniture etc.
One can buy leather items, Carved Stone pieces, Precious Stones, Silk Products, Wood Work, Jewelry from Delhi. Best thing of Delhi is that one gets every thing here which can be sold and purchased under the sun. Delhi has some of the best shopping malls in India where one easily spend the whole day roaming and shopping. These shopping plazas are also places to relax your self in the evening as some of the best eating joints are located in the shopping malls.
Chandni chowk was famous for the Fountains and the shops during the Mughal period. Located opposite to the Red fort, the fountains of the Chowk have disappeared but the shops still remain. The attraction of the shops in the region are not the big showrooms but the small shops in the by lanes. Some of these shops offer you better bargain than the big showrooms. The Sadar Bazzar and the Khari Baoli are the largest whole sale markets in the northern region of India. Dariba Kalan is still known for the perfumes and Jewellery. One can not miss the Lajpat Rai market where one gets any kind of electronic item. While going around Chandni Chowk pay special attention on your pockets and beware of touts and the duplicate products.
From Chandni Chowk move to the Paharganj area where the main market has a wide range of perfumes, oils, soaps and incense. Though this market is closed on Monday, it is surprising that some shops are open seven days a week. In recent times Karol Bagh has emerged as one of the good market place sin Delhi. The Gaffar market in Karol Bagh is one the famous grey markets in India. The Ajmal Khan Market in Karol Bagh has some of the best show rooms in Delhi. The readymade garment market at tank road is quite popular for the cheap Denim cloths.
The Delhi Haat in Kidwai Nagar is a nice place to spend the day. The Haat or the market has good eating joints and handicraft shops. Delhi Haat provides you delicacies from all parts of India in its various stalls. From time to time theme fairs and festivals are also organised. The South Extension market and the Lajpat Nagar Central market are places where you can find all the big names in any category. These places are also good for window shopping and for a cool stroll.
In Connaught place or Rajiv Chowk / Indira Chowk there are good departmental stores and Big Showrooms. Commonly known as CP, the place is constructed in a circular shape and the famous underground Palika market is also on in Connaught place. Just opposite CP is the Janpath. Bargaining at the road side shops at Janpath has a pleasure which can not be experienced at any big show room. At Janpath look out for cotton garments and curios, furnitures and decorative pieces.
The small and Cottage Industry Handicraft Emporium on Tolstoy Road is an excellent place to look in good quality handicraft and cottage industry. The State emporiums are all located on Baba Kharak Singh Marg which is at stone throw distance from Connaught Place. One can also get tourist information about the respective states in these emporiums.
For Musical Instruments, Delhi has a good range of specialised shops.
Delhi Musical Stores
1070, Paiwalan,
Opposite Jama Masjid, Old Delhi
Tel: 3276909
Bina Enterprises
3578, Netaji Subhas Rd.
Daryaganj, Old Delhi
Tel: 4633075
Rangarsons Music Depot
12 K Block Outer Circle,
Connaught Place
Tel: 3323831
Adarsh Stores
4, Indian Oil Building,
Janpath Bhawan, Janpath
Tel: 3322950
Recorded music is sold in a variety, recorded on audio tapes and CD's.
For Paintings and Sculptures, apart from the State Emporiums and Central Cottage Emporium, there are a number of galleries specialising in this field.
Anamica-Hauz Khas Village (tel: 6967619)
Art Today, A Block, Connaught Place
Kumar Gallery, Sundar Nagar Market, (tel: 4611113)
Village Gallery, Hauz Khas Village (tel: 6853860)
India's silk is of best quality and is available in wide variety and range. It is found in shops throughout Delhi, in form of Sari ( A Indian costume, which is a length of 5.5 meter fabric) and also available by meter to make dresses. "Paranthe wali gali" has a famous, one of the oldest sari shop known as "Ram Chandra Krishna Chandra" Sari Shop, which has a wide range in colours, patterns, weaves and fabric.
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Delhi is a paradise for shoppers. Here you can buy almost anything from anywhere in India. Delhi has thousands of good shops tidily grouped together subject wise - antiques, handicrafts, European fashions, leather articles, rugs and carpets, linen & fabrics, silks, jewelry, furniture etc.
One can buy leather items, Carved Stone pieces, Precious Stones, Silk Products, Wood Work, Jewelry from Delhi. Best thing of Delhi is that one gets every thing here which can be sold and purchased under the sun. Delhi has some of the best shopping malls in India where one easily spend the whole day roaming and shopping. These shopping plazas are also places to relax your self in the evening as some of the best eating joints are located in the shopping malls.
Chandni chowk was famous for the Fountains and the shops during the Mughal period. Located opposite to the Red fort, the fountains of the Chowk have disappeared but the shops still remain. The attraction of the shops in the region are not the big showrooms but the small shops in the by lanes. Some of these shops offer you better bargain than the big showrooms. The Sadar Bazzar and the Khari Baoli are the largest whole sale markets in the northern region of India. Dariba Kalan is still known for the perfumes and Jewellery. One can not miss the Lajpat Rai market where one gets any kind of electronic item. While going around Chandni Chowk pay special attention on your pockets and beware of touts and the duplicate products.
From Chandni Chowk move to the Paharganj area where the main market has a wide range of perfumes, oils, soaps and incense. Though this market is closed on Monday, it is surprising that some shops are open seven days a week. In recent times Karol Bagh has emerged as one of the good market place sin Delhi. The Gaffar market in Karol Bagh is one the famous grey markets in India. The Ajmal Khan Market in Karol Bagh has some of the best show rooms in Delhi. The readymade garment market at tank road is quite popular for the cheap Denim cloths.
The Delhi Haat in Kidwai Nagar is a nice place to spend the day. The Haat or the market has good eating joints and handicraft shops. Delhi Haat provides you delicacies from all parts of India in its various stalls. From time to time theme fairs and festivals are also organised. The South Extension market and the Lajpat Nagar Central market are places where you can find all the big names in any category. These places are also good for window shopping and for a cool stroll.
In Connaught place or Rajiv Chowk / Indira Chowk there are good departmental stores and Big Showrooms. Commonly known as CP, the place is constructed in a circular shape and the famous underground Palika market is also on in Connaught place. Just opposite CP is the Janpath. Bargaining at the road side shops at Janpath has a pleasure which can not be experienced at any big show room. At Janpath look out for cotton garments and curios, furnitures and decorative pieces.
The small and Cottage Industry Handicraft Emporium on Tolstoy Road is an excellent place to look in good quality handicraft and cottage industry. The State emporiums are all located on Baba Kharak Singh Marg which is at stone throw distance from Connaught Place. One can also get tourist information about the respective states in these emporiums.
For Musical Instruments, Delhi has a good range of specialised shops.
Delhi Musical Stores
1070, Paiwalan,
Opposite Jama Masjid, Old Delhi
Tel: 3276909
Bina Enterprises
3578, Netaji Subhas Rd.
Daryaganj, Old Delhi
Tel: 4633075
Rangarsons Music Depot
12 K Block Outer Circle,
Connaught Place
Tel: 3323831
Adarsh Stores
4, Indian Oil Building,
Janpath Bhawan, Janpath
Tel: 3322950
Recorded music is sold in a variety, recorded on audio tapes and CD's.
For Paintings and Sculptures, apart from the State Emporiums and Central Cottage Emporium, there are a number of galleries specialising in this field.
Anamica-Hauz Khas Village (tel: 6967619)
Art Today, A Block, Connaught Place
Kumar Gallery, Sundar Nagar Market, (tel: 4611113)
Village Gallery, Hauz Khas Village (tel: 6853860)
India's silk is of best quality and is available in wide variety and range. It is found in shops throughout Delhi, in form of Sari ( A Indian costume, which is a length of 5.5 meter fabric) and also available by meter to make dresses. "Paranthe wali gali" has a famous, one of the oldest sari shop known as "Ram Chandra Krishna Chandra" Sari Shop, which has a wide range in colours, patterns, weaves and fabric.
Life is another name for variety as well as surprises - it is just like that.
Weather is difficult to predict, new, good places spring up, some survive, some thrive some just seem to vanish like a star into the blackhole. Like wise the prices and timings change. We use the information given by travellers to help update our site and greatly appreciate the same. Your information will be useful to the further traveller who like you is now looking for a helping hand in the world of uncertainty.
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Delhi - Heritage - MUSIC
Delhi - Heritage - MUSIC
Music is the base of life. Without music life is devoid of the colours. The emotions and sentiments in life finds expression in music. Music was born with the birth of the Universe. In India music is there in its veins and in the life line of its society. In the Indian mythology special place has been given to the musicians and even God are addicted to music. Music provides the relationship between God and Human beings.
In India the musicians create the effect of seasons through ragas, the feelings of the seasons are incorporated in the ragas. One such musician was the legendary "Tansen". He was said to have performed miracles with his ragas. He painted pictures, brought rains, lighted fire with his singing. One of the stories about him goes that while watching birds in the jungle he noticed that by the whistling of birds in the dusk twigs caught fire. Tansen then experimented with ragas and formulated the raga Deepak. This raga when sung caused fire in the area of performance. During this time Akbar was the Emperor and his rivals forced Tansen to sing the raga so that every thing gets burnt. But Tansen asked for some time and in the mean while he taught a lady the raga to bring rains. This was raga Megha Malhar.
On the fixed day when Tansen was performing every thing got heated up. the lamps started glowing but nothing caught fire. This was because the lady was singing Megha Malhar which brought rains to douse off the fire. Such was the magic of Tansen who could alter the course of nature with his ragas. India has produced masters like Tansen.
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Music is the base of life. Without music life is devoid of the colours. The emotions and sentiments in life finds expression in music. Music was born with the birth of the Universe. In India music is there in its veins and in the life line of its society. In the Indian mythology special place has been given to the musicians and even God are addicted to music. Music provides the relationship between God and Human beings.
In India the musicians create the effect of seasons through ragas, the feelings of the seasons are incorporated in the ragas. One such musician was the legendary "Tansen". He was said to have performed miracles with his ragas. He painted pictures, brought rains, lighted fire with his singing. One of the stories about him goes that while watching birds in the jungle he noticed that by the whistling of birds in the dusk twigs caught fire. Tansen then experimented with ragas and formulated the raga Deepak. This raga when sung caused fire in the area of performance. During this time Akbar was the Emperor and his rivals forced Tansen to sing the raga so that every thing gets burnt. But Tansen asked for some time and in the mean while he taught a lady the raga to bring rains. This was raga Megha Malhar.
On the fixed day when Tansen was performing every thing got heated up. the lamps started glowing but nothing caught fire. This was because the lady was singing Megha Malhar which brought rains to douse off the fire. Such was the magic of Tansen who could alter the course of nature with his ragas. India has produced masters like Tansen.
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Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - DECEMBER
Delhi - Heritage - FESTIVALS - DECEMBER
This month brings Christmas.
Apart from these festivals the Muslim festivals are celebrated according to the Lunar months. Their dates are not fixed and change according to the movement of the moon. The main festivals of the Muslims are- Id-Ul-Fitr, Bakar Id, Id-Ul-Zuha, Muharram, Milad-Un-Nabi etc..
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This month brings Christmas.
Apart from these festivals the Muslim festivals are celebrated according to the Lunar months. Their dates are not fixed and change according to the movement of the moon. The main festivals of the Muslims are- Id-Ul-Fitr, Bakar Id, Id-Ul-Zuha, Muharram, Milad-Un-Nabi etc..
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Delhi - Heritage - FAIRS - The Surajkund Handicraft Mela
Delhi - Heritage - FAIRS - The Surajkund Handicraft Mela
The Surajkund Handicraft Mela - Surajkund is a small ancient kund (pond) in Haryana on the outskirts of Delhi. This picturesque place is the venue for the annual Handicrafts fair. This handicraft fair gives the artisans an opportunities to show their skills on the spot and customers get to see the working style of the artisans. The fair is held on a particular state theme. There are fashion shows and puppet shows which represent the amalgamation of the traditional art with the modern trends.
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The Surajkund Handicraft Mela - Surajkund is a small ancient kund (pond) in Haryana on the outskirts of Delhi. This picturesque place is the venue for the annual Handicrafts fair. This handicraft fair gives the artisans an opportunities to show their skills on the spot and customers get to see the working style of the artisans. The fair is held on a particular state theme. There are fashion shows and puppet shows which represent the amalgamation of the traditional art with the modern trends.
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Delhi - Heritage - FAIRS - Phulwalon-Ki-Sair
Delhi - Heritage - FAIRS - Phulwalon-Ki-Sair
The Indian Classical singing is mainly divided in two forms- The Southern Carnatic and the Northern music with various raags. The masters of these forms are always giving performances in Delhi.
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The Indian Classical singing is mainly divided in two forms- The Southern Carnatic and the Northern music with various raags. The masters of these forms are always giving performances in Delhi.
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Delhi - Heritage - FAIRS - Delhi - Heritage - FAIRS
Delhi - Heritage - FAIRS - Delhi - Heritage - FAIRS
Pragati Maidan is also host to many other fairs which includes the Auto Expo and the leather Fair. Through out the year Pragati Maidan is the venue for fairs and expositions. The Shakuntalam theatre is located in Pragati Maidan and regular film shows are held here.
The months of September, October and November are busy with various types of fairs. The Handicrafts Fair at Delhi Haat is a major attraction for the lovers of handicrafts. The business fair held by the Delhi Government is also a major attraction for the Business community. The Diwali fairs around the Diwali festival is held in almost every community.
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Pragati Maidan is also host to many other fairs which includes the Auto Expo and the leather Fair. Through out the year Pragati Maidan is the venue for fairs and expositions. The Shakuntalam theatre is located in Pragati Maidan and regular film shows are held here.
The months of September, October and November are busy with various types of fairs. The Handicrafts Fair at Delhi Haat is a major attraction for the lovers of handicrafts. The business fair held by the Delhi Government is also a major attraction for the Business community. The Diwali fairs around the Diwali festival is held in almost every community.
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Delhi - Heritage - DANCE
Delhi - Heritage - DANCE
Kuchipudi a dance form given to the Indian dance
platform by a small village in the Andhra Pradesh.
Kuchipudi is not mere a dance form but is combination of
dance, gestures, speech and song. A Kuchipudi dancer has
to to be well versed in dancing, acting, music, various
languages and texts. Kuchipudi was born in a small
village of Andhra Pradesh. There it developed as a
tradition by the same name where it was born. Kuchipudi
although now recognised as an independent dance form is
related to Bharat Natyam. It was in the 17th century
during the bhakti movement in the South India that
Siddendra Yogi the formulator of the dance form selected
some boys from the village to perform dance drama. Thus
came the Kuchipudi in this world. In those days
Kuchipudi was performed once in a year and the dance
form was cautiously kept out of the reach of Devadasis.
From the fist performers the technique and skills of
this form got handed over the generations to acquire the
present form. Some of the legendary performers and gurus
were Kuchipudi Brahmins like Lakshmi Narayan Shastri and
Chinta Krishna Murti who excelled in roles like
Satyabhama in Bhamakalapam; later gurus include Vedantam
Chinna Satyam.
Today both group performances and solo performances are
popular but experimentation are always being done with
the choreography. Kuchipudi is a dance a combination of
movements of the whole body.
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Kuchipudi a dance form given to the Indian dance
platform by a small village in the Andhra Pradesh.
Kuchipudi is not mere a dance form but is combination of
dance, gestures, speech and song. A Kuchipudi dancer has
to to be well versed in dancing, acting, music, various
languages and texts. Kuchipudi was born in a small
village of Andhra Pradesh. There it developed as a
tradition by the same name where it was born. Kuchipudi
although now recognised as an independent dance form is
related to Bharat Natyam. It was in the 17th century
during the bhakti movement in the South India that
Siddendra Yogi the formulator of the dance form selected
some boys from the village to perform dance drama. Thus
came the Kuchipudi in this world. In those days
Kuchipudi was performed once in a year and the dance
form was cautiously kept out of the reach of Devadasis.
From the fist performers the technique and skills of
this form got handed over the generations to acquire the
present form. Some of the legendary performers and gurus
were Kuchipudi Brahmins like Lakshmi Narayan Shastri and
Chinta Krishna Murti who excelled in roles like
Satyabhama in Bhamakalapam; later gurus include Vedantam
Chinna Satyam.
Today both group performances and solo performances are
popular but experimentation are always being done with
the choreography. Kuchipudi is a dance a combination of
movements of the whole body.
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Delhi - Heritage - ART & THEATER
Delhi - Heritage - ART & THEATER
India can be identified with the dance & music which has been part of the people here since time immemorial. Even Lord Shiva is known as the Lord Natraja or the dancer. Each part India has developed some kind of traditional classic dance form of its own. Like Manipur has the colourful Manipuri dance, Orissa Boasts of the Oddissi. The Southern States also have some distinct dance style forms. The Kathak Kali of Kerala, The Bharatnataym of Karnataka are rich in vibrant expression and elegant steps. In the north flourished the Kathak which attained its height during the Mughal period. Apart from these classical dance there are numerous folk dances which derive expressions from the day to day life experiences or from the Mythological books. The Snake dance of Rajasthan, Bhangra from Punjab, the dragon dance from Tibet, The traditional dances from the hills, the foot tapping numbers from Goa, the tribal dances from the tribal regions, the Chau Dance from Purulia, the list is unending. Delhi has been host to the performances of these dances in its numerous Auditoriums and the fairs and festivals which are oraganised on a regular basis.
Delhi has also been staging plays and dramas in the auditoriums. The open air auditorium and the main auditoriums of national school of drama, the Shri Ram center, the Kamani auditorium, FICCI auditorium and Little theater Group Auditorium and many others are staging plays by different groups. There performances even in the Stadiums of Delhi. It is advisable that get prior information about the plays and book your in tickets advance as some of the plays have very heavy rush. These auditoriums also hold regular performances of Indian musical instruments like Sitar, Tabla, Sarod, Sarangi, Shehnai.
The Indian Classical singing is mainly divided in two forms- The Southern Carnatic and the Northern music with various raags. The masters of these forms are regularly giving performances in Delhi.
Coming out of the traditional forum, Delhi has been catching up with western culture and almost all the Big hotels have Discos which are open till late night and youngsters can be seen shaking their blues out here. The theme parks like the Appu Ghar and the Fun 'n' Food village are becoming very popular among children as well as the elders. The water rides in these parks provide perfect respite from the heat of Delhi during the summers.
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India can be identified with the dance & music which has been part of the people here since time immemorial. Even Lord Shiva is known as the Lord Natraja or the dancer. Each part India has developed some kind of traditional classic dance form of its own. Like Manipur has the colourful Manipuri dance, Orissa Boasts of the Oddissi. The Southern States also have some distinct dance style forms. The Kathak Kali of Kerala, The Bharatnataym of Karnataka are rich in vibrant expression and elegant steps. In the north flourished the Kathak which attained its height during the Mughal period. Apart from these classical dance there are numerous folk dances which derive expressions from the day to day life experiences or from the Mythological books. The Snake dance of Rajasthan, Bhangra from Punjab, the dragon dance from Tibet, The traditional dances from the hills, the foot tapping numbers from Goa, the tribal dances from the tribal regions, the Chau Dance from Purulia, the list is unending. Delhi has been host to the performances of these dances in its numerous Auditoriums and the fairs and festivals which are oraganised on a regular basis.
Delhi has also been staging plays and dramas in the auditoriums. The open air auditorium and the main auditoriums of national school of drama, the Shri Ram center, the Kamani auditorium, FICCI auditorium and Little theater Group Auditorium and many others are staging plays by different groups. There performances even in the Stadiums of Delhi. It is advisable that get prior information about the plays and book your in tickets advance as some of the plays have very heavy rush. These auditoriums also hold regular performances of Indian musical instruments like Sitar, Tabla, Sarod, Sarangi, Shehnai.
The Indian Classical singing is mainly divided in two forms- The Southern Carnatic and the Northern music with various raags. The masters of these forms are regularly giving performances in Delhi.
Coming out of the traditional forum, Delhi has been catching up with western culture and almost all the Big hotels have Discos which are open till late night and youngsters can be seen shaking their blues out here. The theme parks like the Appu Ghar and the Fun 'n' Food village are becoming very popular among children as well as the elders. The water rides in these parks provide perfect respite from the heat of Delhi during the summers.
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India can be identified with the dance & music which has been part of the people here since time immemorial. Even Lord Shiva is known as the Lord Natraja or the dancer. Each part India has developed some kind of traditional classic dance form of its own. Like Manipur has the colourful Manipuri dance, Orissa Boasts of the Oddissi. The Southern States also have some distinct dance style forms. The Kathak Kali of Kerala, The Bharatnataym of Karnataka are rich in vibrant expression and elegant steps. In the north flourished the Kathak which attained its height during the Mughal period. Apart from these classical dance there are numerous folk dances which derive expressions from the day to day life experiences or from the Mythological books. The Snake dance of Rajasthan, Bhangra from Punjab, the dragon dance from Tibet, The traditional dances from the hills, the foot tapping numbers from Goa, the tribal dances from the tribal regions, the Chau Dance from Purulia, the list is unending. Delhi has been host to the performances of these dances in its numerous Auditoriums and the fairs and festivals which are oraganised on a regular basis.
Delhi has also been staging plays and dramas in the auditoriums. The open air auditorium and the main auditoriums of national school of drama, the Shri Ram center, the Kamani auditorium, FICCI auditorium and Little theater Group Auditorium and many others are staging plays by different groups. There performances even in the Stadiums of Delhi. It is advisable that get prior information about the plays and book your in tickets advance as some of the plays have very heavy rush. These auditoriums also hold regular performances of Indian musical instruments like Sitar, Tabla, Sarod, Sarangi, Shehnai.
The Indian Classical singing is mainly divided in two forms- The Southern Carnatic and the Northern music with various raags. The masters of these forms are regularly giving performances in Delhi.
Coming out of the traditional forum, Delhi has been catching up with western culture and almost all the Big hotels have Discos which are open till late night and youngsters can be seen shaking their blues out here. The theme parks like the Appu Ghar and the Fun 'n' Food village are becoming very popular among children as well as the elders. The water rides in these parks provide perfect respite from the heat of Delhi during the summers.
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India can be identified with the dance & music which has been part of the people here since time immemorial. Even Lord Shiva is known as the Lord Natraja or the dancer. Each part India has developed some kind of traditional classic dance form of its own. Like Manipur has the colourful Manipuri dance, Orissa Boasts of the Oddissi. The Southern States also have some distinct dance style forms. The Kathak Kali of Kerala, The Bharatnataym of Karnataka are rich in vibrant expression and elegant steps. In the north flourished the Kathak which attained its height during the Mughal period. Apart from these classical dance there are numerous folk dances which derive expressions from the day to day life experiences or from the Mythological books. The Snake dance of Rajasthan, Bhangra from Punjab, the dragon dance from Tibet, The traditional dances from the hills, the foot tapping numbers from Goa, the tribal dances from the tribal regions, the Chau Dance from Purulia, the list is unending. Delhi has been host to the performances of these dances in its numerous Auditoriums and the fairs and festivals which are oraganised on a regular basis.
Delhi has also been staging plays and dramas in the auditoriums. The open air auditorium and the main auditoriums of national school of drama, the Shri Ram center, the Kamani auditorium, FICCI auditorium and Little theater Group Auditorium and many others are staging plays by different groups. There performances even in the Stadiums of Delhi. It is advisable that get prior information about the plays and book your in tickets advance as some of the plays have very heavy rush. These auditoriums also hold regular performances of Indian musical instruments like Sitar, Tabla, Sarod, Sarangi, Shehnai.
The Indian Classical singing is mainly divided in two forms- The Southern Carnatic and the Northern music with various raags. The masters of these forms are regularly giving performances in Delhi.
Coming out of the traditional forum, Delhi has been catching up with western culture and almost all the Big hotels have Discos which are open till late night and youngsters can be seen shaking their blues out here. The theme parks like the Appu Ghar and the Fun 'n' Food village are becoming very popular among children as well as the elders. The water rides in these parks provide perfect respite from the heat of Delhi during the summers.
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Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Travel Insurance
Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Travel Insurance
Is a good idea to make a small payment to cover against theft, loss and medical problems.
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Is a good idea to make a small payment to cover against theft, loss and medical problems.
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Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Travel Documents
Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Travel Documents
It is safe to keep all the travel documents, consisting of your passport, tickets, confirmations of bookings, insurance policies , traveller`s cheques, permits, visas etc. and of course money in your hand luggage. In cloths, essentials are loose cotton cloths as man made fibres are extremely uncomfortable and sweaty during summer months. Hotel laundries are fast and good. European Designs are cheaper in India and are sold in the hotel shopping arcades.
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It is safe to keep all the travel documents, consisting of your passport, tickets, confirmations of bookings, insurance policies , traveller`s cheques, permits, visas etc. and of course money in your hand luggage. In cloths, essentials are loose cotton cloths as man made fibres are extremely uncomfortable and sweaty during summer months. Hotel laundries are fast and good. European Designs are cheaper in India and are sold in the hotel shopping arcades.
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Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Sightseeing Packing
Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Sightseeing Packing
For daily travelling, must consist of a hand towel, a small bar of soap, a toilet roll, face tissue or handkerchiefs and a bottle for water. A camera, with ample roll of films (good quality films are available in the big cities), a pair of binoculars, which can help with looking closer at birds, wildlife and detailed carving on buildings. Electrical gadgets work on "220 V". Sealed Mineral Water is available freely.
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For daily travelling, must consist of a hand towel, a small bar of soap, a toilet roll, face tissue or handkerchiefs and a bottle for water. A camera, with ample roll of films (good quality films are available in the big cities), a pair of binoculars, which can help with looking closer at birds, wildlife and detailed carving on buildings. Electrical gadgets work on "220 V". Sealed Mineral Water is available freely.
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Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Medicines
Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Medicines
Few pills for fever, aches, cough and cold will save most disasters and for jippy tummy known as Delhi belly in India. Most of the hotels have doctors on call, but if you plan to go off a beaten tract, it is worth considering taking a course for malaria, antiseptic cream, few dressings, insect bite cream. It is advisable and essential to take right injections before visiting India. A full course against typhoid, tetanus, cholera and hepatitis.
Medical services are available in almost all the good hotels, but in case you need medical attention in Delhi,
East West Medical Centre,
38, Golf Links Road, New Delhi 110 001, India
For 24 hours emergency service
All India Institute of Medical Sciences,Customs - The usual duty-free rules and regulations apply for India - One litre of alcohol and 200 cigarettes. Video Cameras, Laptop Computers, Still Cameras, should be entered on a "Tourist baggage Re-Export" form. Your luggage, including hand luggage may be x-rayed on arrival. Export of any object over 100 years old requires a permit, in case of any doubt you should contact the Director of Antiquities, Archaeological Survey of India, in Janpath.
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Few pills for fever, aches, cough and cold will save most disasters and for jippy tummy known as Delhi belly in India. Most of the hotels have doctors on call, but if you plan to go off a beaten tract, it is worth considering taking a course for malaria, antiseptic cream, few dressings, insect bite cream. It is advisable and essential to take right injections before visiting India. A full course against typhoid, tetanus, cholera and hepatitis.
Medical services are available in almost all the good hotels, but in case you need medical attention in Delhi,
East West Medical Centre,
38, Golf Links Road, New Delhi 110 001, India
For 24 hours emergency service
All India Institute of Medical Sciences,Customs - The usual duty-free rules and regulations apply for India - One litre of alcohol and 200 cigarettes. Video Cameras, Laptop Computers, Still Cameras, should be entered on a "Tourist baggage Re-Export" form. Your luggage, including hand luggage may be x-rayed on arrival. Export of any object over 100 years old requires a permit, in case of any doubt you should contact the Director of Antiquities, Archaeological Survey of India, in Janpath.
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Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Clothes
Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Clothes
Can also be stitched and copied in one day, using fabric bought by the meter, which is readily available. Socks are essential if you plan to visit temples or places of worship as you are not allowed to wear shoes inside these places . There is an inexhaustible choice of comfortable, good looking cheap sandals in Delhi.
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Can also be stitched and copied in one day, using fabric bought by the meter, which is readily available. Socks are essential if you plan to visit temples or places of worship as you are not allowed to wear shoes inside these places . There is an inexhaustible choice of comfortable, good looking cheap sandals in Delhi.
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Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE
Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE
It is advisable not to pack too many things, as it is impossible not to buy things in India. In fact the most reluctant and miserly shoppers succumb within the first few days unless they are held back. Just carry things that can be used up and thrown out at the end (creams, shampoos etc.) Though a lot of variety is available in the big cities.
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It is advisable not to pack too many things, as it is impossible not to buy things in India. In fact the most reluctant and miserly shoppers succumb within the first few days unless they are held back. Just carry things that can be used up and thrown out at the end (creams, shampoos etc.) Though a lot of variety is available in the big cities.
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Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - The Ghats
Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - The Ghats
Along the banks of Jamuna are located the places were the leaders and freedom fighters of India were cremated. The Raj Ghat is one of the most visited ghats. A simple square platform of black marble marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated after his assassination in 1948. To North of Raj Ghat is the cremation ground of Jawaharlal Nehru named as Shanti Van. The cremation ground of Indira Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi are also in the vicinity. The cremation ground of Lal Bahadur Shastri is nearby.
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Along the banks of Jamuna are located the places were the leaders and freedom fighters of India were cremated. The Raj Ghat is one of the most visited ghats. A simple square platform of black marble marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated after his assassination in 1948. To North of Raj Ghat is the cremation ground of Jawaharlal Nehru named as Shanti Van. The cremation ground of Indira Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi are also in the vicinity. The cremation ground of Lal Bahadur Shastri is nearby.
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Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Rajpath & India Gate
Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Rajpath & India Gate
Flanked by ornamental ponds and lawns, Rajpath is host to the Republic Day Parade. The two secretariat buildings and Rashtrapati Bhawan on the Raisina hills are located on the two sides of this immensely broad road. Previously the Boat Club, besides the Rajpath, was host to many demonstrations and Rallies. India Gate is towards the eastern end of Rajpath .
India Gate is a 42m high stone arch of triumph. It bears the name of the 85,000 Indian Army Soldiers who died in the campaigns of WW1, the North-West Frontiers operations and the 1919 Afghan Fiasco. Below the arch is the memorial to the unknown soldier. India Gate is surrounded by green grass lawns and trees.
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Flanked by ornamental ponds and lawns, Rajpath is host to the Republic Day Parade. The two secretariat buildings and Rashtrapati Bhawan on the Raisina hills are located on the two sides of this immensely broad road. Previously the Boat Club, besides the Rajpath, was host to many demonstrations and Rallies. India Gate is towards the eastern end of Rajpath .
India Gate is a 42m high stone arch of triumph. It bears the name of the 85,000 Indian Army Soldiers who died in the campaigns of WW1, the North-West Frontiers operations and the 1919 Afghan Fiasco. Below the arch is the memorial to the unknown soldier. India Gate is surrounded by green grass lawns and trees.
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Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Old Delhi
Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Old Delhi
The City of Shahjahanabad was the capital of Shah Jahan but little remains of that old city. The Old Delhi or the walled city served as the capital for many emperors. Today, remains of the historical city are the gates like - Kashmiri Gate, Ajmeri Gate, Turkman Gate, Delhi gate. Near Delhi Gate is Feroz Shah Kotla, close to this is kept the Ashokan Pillar which was brought from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq.
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The City of Shahjahanabad was the capital of Shah Jahan but little remains of that old city. The Old Delhi or the walled city served as the capital for many emperors. Today, remains of the historical city are the gates like - Kashmiri Gate, Ajmeri Gate, Turkman Gate, Delhi gate. Near Delhi Gate is Feroz Shah Kotla, close to this is kept the Ashokan Pillar which was brought from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq.
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Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Chandni Chowk
Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Chandni Chowk
One of the main markets of Delhi, Chandni Chowk was once lined with beautiful fountains. But today the place is very crowded and congested. Chandni Chowk is located opposite the Red Fort. The Area has got the Digamber Jain Temple which houses the Birds hospital. On one end of Chandni Chowk is the Fatehpuri Mosque which was erected by the wives of Shah Jahan. Opposite the old police station or the Kotwali is the Sunheri Masjid from where Nadir Shah ordered his troops to plunder and massacre Delhi.
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One of the main markets of Delhi, Chandni Chowk was once lined with beautiful fountains. But today the place is very crowded and congested. Chandni Chowk is located opposite the Red Fort. The Area has got the Digamber Jain Temple which houses the Birds hospital. On one end of Chandni Chowk is the Fatehpuri Mosque which was erected by the wives of Shah Jahan. Opposite the old police station or the Kotwali is the Sunheri Masjid from where Nadir Shah ordered his troops to plunder and massacre Delhi.
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Friday, October 10, 2008
Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - The Parliament House
Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - The Parliament House
Sansad Bhawan or the Parliament house is the supreme law making body in the country. It is the center of power and politicians decide the fate of the Indian Democracy here. Visitors are not allowed inside the house but when the house is in session, visitors may take permission to go inside and watch the proceedings of the house. The parliament consists of three halls- Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha and the central hall. For the foreign visitors permits are given only after they obtain an introductory letter from the respective embassy.
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Sansad Bhawan or the Parliament house is the supreme law making body in the country. It is the center of power and politicians decide the fate of the Indian Democracy here. Visitors are not allowed inside the house but when the house is in session, visitors may take permission to go inside and watch the proceedings of the house. The parliament consists of three halls- Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha and the central hall. For the foreign visitors permits are given only after they obtain an introductory letter from the respective embassy.
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Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - National Science Centre
Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - National Science Centre
National Science center is located near Pragati Maidan. This center is famous for the models which can be operated by the visitor himself. Children are particularly fascinated by the mysteries of science. Open through out the week except on Mondays.
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National Science center is located near Pragati Maidan. This center is famous for the models which can be operated by the visitor himself. Children are particularly fascinated by the mysteries of science. Open through out the week except on Mondays.
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Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi Museum
Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi Museum
Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum is across Rajghat and Gandhi smriti is on Tees January Marg.
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Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum is across Rajghat and Gandhi smriti is on Tees January Marg.
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Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Dolls Museum
Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Dolls Museum
A unique museum of Dolls is located near the ITO crossing on the Bahadur Shah Jafar Marg . These dolls are collected from different parts of India as well as from other countries of the world. These dolls reflect the tradition and culture of the region from where they come. Children Book Trust of India is In the same building. This is an organisation which is committed to provide quality books for the little ones.
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A unique museum of Dolls is located near the ITO crossing on the Bahadur Shah Jafar Marg . These dolls are collected from different parts of India as well as from other countries of the world. These dolls reflect the tradition and culture of the region from where they come. Children Book Trust of India is In the same building. This is an organisation which is committed to provide quality books for the little ones.
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Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Dara Shikoh Library
Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Dara Shikoh Library
Dara Shikoh Library is an archaeological museum in Civil Lines and is open from 10am - 5pm, Monday to Friday.
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Dara Shikoh Library is an archaeological museum in Civil Lines and is open from 10am - 5pm, Monday to Friday.
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Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Crafts Museum
Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - Crafts Museum
Crafts Museum Crafts museums is at Pragati Maidan Grounds. Open from 10am-5pm daily.
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Crafts Museum Crafts museums is at Pragati Maidan Grounds. Open from 10am-5pm daily.
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Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Safdarjung Tomb
Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Safdarjung Tomb
The Safdarjang tomb is besides the of Safdarjang airport. This tomb was built by the Nawab of Avadh for his father. The structure is one of the finest example of architecture of its time and tells a saga of the last remnants of a dying empire.
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The Safdarjang tomb is besides the of Safdarjang airport. This tomb was built by the Nawab of Avadh for his father. The structure is one of the finest example of architecture of its time and tells a saga of the last remnants of a dying empire.
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Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Old Fort
Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Old Fort
It is believed that the Pandavas had built their capital, Indraprastha at the place where the old fort stands today. This fort, now in ruins, was the seat for administration for many emperors. The legendary Prithviraj Chauhan ruled from here till he was defeated by Abdali in the battle of Panipat. A new light & sound show is held by the Department of Delhi Tourism every evening. Timings and Tickets are available from the tourist office.
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It is believed that the Pandavas had built their capital, Indraprastha at the place where the old fort stands today. This fort, now in ruins, was the seat for administration for many emperors. The legendary Prithviraj Chauhan ruled from here till he was defeated by Abdali in the battle of Panipat. A new light & sound show is held by the Department of Delhi Tourism every evening. Timings and Tickets are available from the tourist office.
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Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Jantar Mantar
Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Jantar Mantar
Few minutes walk from Connaught Place is is a strange collection of solomon coloured structures. These were built by Maharaja Jai Singh and is actually an observatory. Though not as large as its compatriot in Jaipur Jantar Mantar at Delhi also an attraction for the tourists. The astonishing part of these observatories is that they can calculate many astronomical movements very accurately.
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Few minutes walk from Connaught Place is is a strange collection of solomon coloured structures. These were built by Maharaja Jai Singh and is actually an observatory. Though not as large as its compatriot in Jaipur Jantar Mantar at Delhi also an attraction for the tourists. The astonishing part of these observatories is that they can calculate many astronomical movements very accurately.
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Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Humayun's Tomb
Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Humayun's Tomb
Built by the wife of Humayun, Haji Begum in the mid 16th century, this red sand stone structure is considered to be the predecessor of Taj Mahal. The structure is one of the best example of Mughal Architecture. Humayun's wife is also buried in the red and white sandstone, black and yellow marble tomb. The entry in the complex is free on Fridays.
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Built by the wife of Humayun, Haji Begum in the mid 16th century, this red sand stone structure is considered to be the predecessor of Taj Mahal. The structure is one of the best example of Mughal Architecture. Humayun's wife is also buried in the red and white sandstone, black and yellow marble tomb. The entry in the complex is free on Fridays.
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Monday, October 6, 2008
Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - The Bahai Temple
Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - The Bahai Temple
Completed in 1986, the Bahai temple is set amidst pools and gardens, and adherents of any faith are free to visit the temple and pray or meditate silently according to their own religion. The structure is in lotus shape so it often called the lotus temple. The view of the temple is very spectacular just before dusk when the temple is flood lit.
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Completed in 1986, the Bahai temple is set amidst pools and gardens, and adherents of any faith are free to visit the temple and pray or meditate silently according to their own religion. The structure is in lotus shape so it often called the lotus temple. The view of the temple is very spectacular just before dusk when the temple is flood lit.
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Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Sisgunj Gurudwara
Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Sisgunj Gurudwara
Near the Police Station, Chandini Chowk the beautiful golden domes of the Gurudwara Sisgunj immediately strike your eye. It commemorates the site of the ninth guru of the Sikhs, Guru Teg Bahadur's martyrdom. The Guru was beheaded by Aurangzeb 1675. The gurudwara has been extended from time to time and it tough to tell apart the original structure anymore.
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Near the Police Station, Chandini Chowk the beautiful golden domes of the Gurudwara Sisgunj immediately strike your eye. It commemorates the site of the ninth guru of the Sikhs, Guru Teg Bahadur's martyrdom. The Guru was beheaded by Aurangzeb 1675. The gurudwara has been extended from time to time and it tough to tell apart the original structure anymore.
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Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Nizam-Ud-Din Shrine
Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Nizam-Ud-Din Shrine
The tomb of the famous sufi saint Nizam-ud-din Auliya is built on the way from Humayun's tomb. Inside the premises of the shrine is a tank which is surrounded by many other tombs. It is said that there was a controversy between the rulers of Tughlakabad and the saint over building this tank. The saint had said that the city of Tughlakabad will never flourish and so did it happen. The shrine also has the tomb of Amir Khusru and the grave of Jahanara, the daughter of Shah Jahan. It is worth visiting the shrine at around sunset on Thursdays, as it is a popular time for worship, and qawwali singers start performing after the evening prayers.
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The tomb of the famous sufi saint Nizam-ud-din Auliya is built on the way from Humayun's tomb. Inside the premises of the shrine is a tank which is surrounded by many other tombs. It is said that there was a controversy between the rulers of Tughlakabad and the saint over building this tank. The saint had said that the city of Tughlakabad will never flourish and so did it happen. The shrine also has the tomb of Amir Khusru and the grave of Jahanara, the daughter of Shah Jahan. It is worth visiting the shrine at around sunset on Thursdays, as it is a popular time for worship, and qawwali singers start performing after the evening prayers.
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Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Lakshmi Narayan Temple
Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Lakshmi Narayan Temple
This temple was build by G. D. Birla in 1938. This beautiful temple is located in the west of Connaught Place. The temple is dedicated to the goddess of prosperity and good fortune. The temple has well grafted gardens. It is also known as the Birla Mandir.
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This temple was build by G. D. Birla in 1938. This beautiful temple is located in the west of Connaught Place. The temple is dedicated to the goddess of prosperity and good fortune. The temple has well grafted gardens. It is also known as the Birla Mandir.
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Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Lakshmi Narayan Temple
Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Lakshmi Narayan Temple
This temple was build by G. D. Birla in 1938. This beautiful temple is located in the west of Connaught Place. The temple is dedicated to the goddess of prosperity and good fortune. The temple has well grafted gardens. It is also known as the Birla Mandir.
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This temple was build by G. D. Birla in 1938. This beautiful temple is located in the west of Connaught Place. The temple is dedicated to the goddess of prosperity and good fortune. The temple has well grafted gardens. It is also known as the Birla Mandir.
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Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Jama Masjid
Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Jama Masjid
One of the Architectural gift given by Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques not only in Delhi but in India. Completed in 1658 this Mosque has three gateways, Four angle towers and two 40 m high minarets. You can enter the mosque but take precaution to take off your shoes and make sure that you are properly dressed before entering. One can also go to the top of minarets. From here you can have a birds eye view of Delhi.
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One of the Architectural gift given by Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques not only in Delhi but in India. Completed in 1658 this Mosque has three gateways, Four angle towers and two 40 m high minarets. You can enter the mosque but take precaution to take off your shoes and make sure that you are properly dressed before entering. One can also go to the top of minarets. From here you can have a birds eye view of Delhi.
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Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Jama Masjid
Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Jama Masjid
One of the Architectural gift given by Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques not only in Delhi but in India. Completed in 1658 this Mosque has three gateways, Four angle towers and two 40 m high minarets. You can enter the mosque but take precaution to take off your shoes and make sure that you are properly dressed before entering. One can also go to the top of minarets. From here you can have a birds eye view of Delhi.
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One of the Architectural gift given by Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques not only in Delhi but in India. Completed in 1658 this Mosque has three gateways, Four angle towers and two 40 m high minarets. You can enter the mosque but take precaution to take off your shoes and make sure that you are properly dressed before entering. One can also go to the top of minarets. From here you can have a birds eye view of Delhi.
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Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - ISKCON Temple
Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - ISKCON Temple
Completed in 1998, this is a complex of temples. Built on a hilly place this temple is dedicated to the Lord Krishna and was built by the Hare-Rama Hare- Krishna cult followers. This complex is elegantly build and is one of the largest temple complexes in India. Currently the main attraction of the temple are the Robort who enact and preach the Gita.
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Completed in 1998, this is a complex of temples. Built on a hilly place this temple is dedicated to the Lord Krishna and was built by the Hare-Rama Hare- Krishna cult followers. This complex is elegantly build and is one of the largest temple complexes in India. Currently the main attraction of the temple are the Robort who enact and preach the Gita.
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Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Chattarpur Mandir
Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Chattarpur Mandir
A complex of temples called Chattarpur mandir is located beyond the Qutab Minar in Mehrauli. Dedicated to Goddess Durga. Build in South Indian style the temple complex is spread over a large area with beautiful lawns and gardens. Though devotees visit these temples through the year, during the navratras devotees come from near and far. During the festivals there are special bus services to these temples.
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A complex of temples called Chattarpur mandir is located beyond the Qutab Minar in Mehrauli. Dedicated to Goddess Durga. Build in South Indian style the temple complex is spread over a large area with beautiful lawns and gardens. Though devotees visit these temples through the year, during the navratras devotees come from near and far. During the festivals there are special bus services to these temples.
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Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Bangla Sahib Gurudwara
Delhi - PLACES OF WORSHIP - Bangla Sahib Gurudwara
A magnificent and spacious bungalow in Delhi owned by Raja Jai Singh Amber (Jaipur) who commanded great respect and honour in the court of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb now enjoys the status of a holy shrine called Gurdwara Bangla Sahib. The eighth Guru Sri Harkishan had stayed here for a few months as guest of Raja Jai Singh. Since then it has become a place of pilgrimage for both, Hindus and Sikhs. They pay their respect to the memory of Guru Harkrishan, nominated as successor by the seventh Guru, Sri Har Rai. He passed away on October 6, 1661 A.D. When only a little over five year old, he had been tried and tested as a perfect fearless and fully illuminated soul.
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A magnificent and spacious bungalow in Delhi owned by Raja Jai Singh Amber (Jaipur) who commanded great respect and honour in the court of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb now enjoys the status of a holy shrine called Gurdwara Bangla Sahib. The eighth Guru Sri Harkishan had stayed here for a few months as guest of Raja Jai Singh. Since then it has become a place of pilgrimage for both, Hindus and Sikhs. They pay their respect to the memory of Guru Harkrishan, nominated as successor by the seventh Guru, Sri Har Rai. He passed away on October 6, 1661 A.D. When only a little over five year old, he had been tried and tested as a perfect fearless and fully illuminated soul.
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Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Qutab Minar
Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Qutab Minar
In 1199, Qutbuddin raised the Qutab Minar either as a victory tower or as a minaret to the adjacent mosque. From a base of 14.32 mtrs. it tapers to 2.75 mtrs. at a height of 72.5 mtrs. It is still the highest stone tower in India, one of the finest stone tower in India, one of the finest Islamic structures ever raised and Delhi's recognised landmark. It was completed by the Sultan's successor and son-in-law, Iltutmish. The tomb of Iltutmish, which he himself built in 1235, is nearby, Its interiors are profusely decorated with calligraphy, though the dome has collapsed.
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In 1199, Qutbuddin raised the Qutab Minar either as a victory tower or as a minaret to the adjacent mosque. From a base of 14.32 mtrs. it tapers to 2.75 mtrs. at a height of 72.5 mtrs. It is still the highest stone tower in India, one of the finest stone tower in India, one of the finest Islamic structures ever raised and Delhi's recognised landmark. It was completed by the Sultan's successor and son-in-law, Iltutmish. The tomb of Iltutmish, which he himself built in 1235, is nearby, Its interiors are profusely decorated with calligraphy, though the dome has collapsed.
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Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - The Gardens
Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - The Gardens
Though Delhi is fast being converted into a concrete jungle, the Delhi Development Authority is trying best to provide the residents of Delhi with some greenery by construction of parks and gardens. The DDA has also installed some musical fountains at specific locations which are worth visiting. Being part of the Aravalies.
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Though Delhi is fast being converted into a concrete jungle, the Delhi Development Authority is trying best to provide the residents of Delhi with some greenery by construction of parks and gardens. The DDA has also installed some musical fountains at specific locations which are worth visiting. Being part of the Aravalies.
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Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - The Gardens
Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - The Gardens
Though Delhi is fast being converted into a concrete jungle, the Delhi Development Authority is trying best to provide the residents of Delhi with some greenery by construction of parks and gardens. The DDA has also installed some musical fountains at specific locations which are worth visiting. Being part of the Aravalies.
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Though Delhi is fast being converted into a concrete jungle, the Delhi Development Authority is trying best to provide the residents of Delhi with some greenery by construction of parks and gardens. The DDA has also installed some musical fountains at specific locations which are worth visiting. Being part of the Aravalies.
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Saturday, October 4, 2008
Delhi - MUSEUMS - Nehru Museum & Planetorium
Delhi - MUSEUMS - Nehru Museum & Planetorium
The Teen Murti house was the residence of India's first Prime minister Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru. After his death the house was converted into a memorial. The Nehru memorial has a collection of gifts and many other items which he possessed. Nehru Planetorium is within the compound of Teen Murti. This planetorium gives a overview of the Indian Space program. There are daily film shows which are screened in a specially designed auditorium. These films are meant to give information about the Universe or any other topic related to that. The Capsule in which Rakesh Sharma went into space is also kept here.
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The Teen Murti house was the residence of India's first Prime minister Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru. After his death the house was converted into a memorial. The Nehru memorial has a collection of gifts and many other items which he possessed. Nehru Planetorium is within the compound of Teen Murti. This planetorium gives a overview of the Indian Space program. There are daily film shows which are screened in a specially designed auditorium. These films are meant to give information about the Universe or any other topic related to that. The Capsule in which Rakesh Sharma went into space is also kept here.
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Delhi - MUSEUMS - National Science Centre
Delhi - MUSEUMS - Dolls Museum
A unique museum of Dolls is located near the ITO crossing on the Bahadur Shah Jafar Marg . These dolls are collected from different parts of India as well as from other countries of the world. These dolls reflect the tradition and culture of the region from where they come. Children Book Trust of India is In the same building. This is an organisation which is committed to provide quality books for the little ones.
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A unique museum of Dolls is located near the ITO crossing on the Bahadur Shah Jafar Marg . These dolls are collected from different parts of India as well as from other countries of the world. These dolls reflect the tradition and culture of the region from where they come. Children Book Trust of India is In the same building. This is an organisation which is committed to provide quality books for the little ones.
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Delhi - MUSEUMS - National Rail Museum
Delhi - MUSEUMS - National Rail Museum
National Rail Museum is located In Chanakya Puri. It is unique in its collection of rail engines and locomotives. India was among the countries which had railway lines since 19th century. The locomotives in the museums are displayed in open. But they also have a small in house museum which gives the details of the progress and development in the history of railway in India.
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National Rail Museum is located In Chanakya Puri. It is unique in its collection of rail engines and locomotives. India was among the countries which had railway lines since 19th century. The locomotives in the museums are displayed in open. But they also have a small in house museum which gives the details of the progress and development in the history of railway in India.
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Delhi - MUSEUMS - National Museum
Delhi - MUSEUMS - National Museum
Located on Janpath, National museum is one of the treasure houses of the our glorious past. The museum has a large collection of excavated items many of which date back to 2nd and 3rd century B.C. The museum has separate section for the Harrapa (Indus valley civilisation) collection. Recently the museum added a very interesting section of Jewellery collection. Apart from the regular sections the museum has regular exhibition on different themes. Information about any such exhibition can be obtained from the museum itself or from the tourist offices. A daily film show is organised in the auditorium of the museum and it is closed on Monday.
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Located on Janpath, National museum is one of the treasure houses of the our glorious past. The museum has a large collection of excavated items many of which date back to 2nd and 3rd century B.C. The museum has separate section for the Harrapa (Indus valley civilisation) collection. Recently the museum added a very interesting section of Jewellery collection. Apart from the regular sections the museum has regular exhibition on different themes. Information about any such exhibition can be obtained from the museum itself or from the tourist offices. A daily film show is organised in the auditorium of the museum and it is closed on Monday.
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Delhi - MUSEUMS - Museum of Natural History
Delhi - MUSEUMS - Museum of Natural History
The museum gives an over all look of the evolution of Earth and its natural history. The museum is located on the Barakhamba Road and is closed on Mondays.
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The museum gives an over all look of the evolution of Earth and its natural history. The museum is located on the Barakhamba Road and is closed on Mondays.
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Delhi - MUSEUMS - Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum
Delhi - MUSEUMS - Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum
Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum is across Rajghat and Gandhi smriti is on Tees January Marg.
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Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum is across Rajghat and Gandhi smriti is on Tees January Marg.
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Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - The Zoo
Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - The Zoo
The Delhi Zoo is located near the Purana Qila on the Delhi-Mathura road. Delhi Zoo has many animals which includes the rare and exotic white tigers. This place is particularly popular among the children.
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The Delhi Zoo is located near the Purana Qila on the Delhi-Mathura road. Delhi Zoo has many animals which includes the rare and exotic white tigers. This place is particularly popular among the children.
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Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - The Zoo
Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - The Zoo
The Delhi Zoo is located near the Purana Qila on the Delhi-Mathura road. Delhi Zoo has many animals which includes the rare and exotic white tigers. This place is particularly popular among the children.
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The Delhi Zoo is located near the Purana Qila on the Delhi-Mathura road. Delhi Zoo has many animals which includes the rare and exotic white tigers. This place is particularly popular among the children.
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Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - Rose Garden
Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - Rose Garden
National Rose Garden is situated in the Chanakya Puri area of the capital. This garden has some of the rare and imported rose variety. The best season to visit this garden is during December / January when the flowers are in full bloom.http://www.hotelharjaspalace.com
National Rose Garden is situated in the Chanakya Puri area of the capital. This garden has some of the rare and imported rose variety. The best season to visit this garden is during December / January when the flowers are in full bloom.http://www.hotelharjaspalace.com
Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - Rose Garden
Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - Rose Garden
National Rose Garden is situated in the Chanakya Puri area of the capital. This garden has some of the rare and imported rose variety. The best season to visit this garden is during December / January when the flowers are in full bloom.
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National Rose Garden is situated in the Chanakya Puri area of the capital. This garden has some of the rare and imported rose variety. The best season to visit this garden is during December / January when the flowers are in full bloom.
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Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - Lodhi Garden Adjoining the India International Center is the Garden, around the tombs of Sayid and Lodhi rulers. This gar
Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - Moghul Gardens
The Mughal Garden is located in the premises of the President house. This garden is not opened to public viewing. During the spring seasons of February and March, when the garden is in full bloom people are allowed inside. This garden have some exotic and rare flower plants. The dwarf orange trees and numerous Rose plants are special attraction in the garden. The fountains add to the beauty of the place.
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The Mughal Garden is located in the premises of the President house. This garden is not opened to public viewing. During the spring seasons of February and March, when the garden is in full bloom people are allowed inside. This garden have some exotic and rare flower plants. The dwarf orange trees and numerous Rose plants are special attraction in the garden. The fountains add to the beauty of the place.
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Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - Lodhi Garden
Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - Lodhi Garden
Adjoining the India International Center is the Garden, around the tombs of Sayid and Lodhi rulers. This garden is very well planned and has artificial streams. The Tombs of the rulers adorn the architectural style which was latter used in the construction of Taj Mahal.
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Adjoining the India International Center is the Garden, around the tombs of Sayid and Lodhi rulers. This garden is very well planned and has artificial streams. The Tombs of the rulers adorn the architectural style which was latter used in the construction of Taj Mahal.
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Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - Lodhi Garden
Delhi - BOTANICAL GARDENS - Lodhi Garden
Adjoining the India International Center is the Garden, around the tombs of Sayid and Lodhi rulers. This garden is very well planned and has artificial streams. The Tombs of the rulers adorn the architectural style which was latter used in the construction of Taj Mahal.
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Adjoining the India International Center is the Garden, around the tombs of Sayid and Lodhi rulers. This garden is very well planned and has artificial streams. The Tombs of the rulers adorn the architectural style which was latter used in the construction of Taj Mahal.
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Friday, October 3, 2008
Transport in India - Long distance transport - Airports
Transport in India - Long distance transport - Airports
More than 20 international airports are located within the Republic of India. These include: Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad; Cochin International Airport Limited, Cochin; HAL Airport, Bangalore; Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi; Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata; Raja Sansi International Airport, Amritsar; Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, Trivandrum International Airport, Trivandrum: Amausi International Arport,Lucknow. The Indira Gandhi International Airport and the Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport handle more than half of the air traffic in South Asia. Besides these airports several other domestic airports are located in India.
In total, there are more than 334 (2002 est.) civilian airports in India - 238 with paved runways and 108 with unpaved runways.
Airports - with paved runways (1999 est.)
8,000 to 9,999 ft (2,438 to 3,047 m): 49
5,000 to 7,999 ft (1,524 to 2,437 m): 84
3,000 to 4,999 ft (914 to 1,523 m): 74
Under 3,000 ft (914 m): 19
Total: 238
Airports - with unpaved runways (1999 est.)
8,000 to 9,999 ft (2,438 to 3,047 m): 2
5,000 to 7,999 ft (1,524 to 2,437 m): 4
3,000 to 4,999 ft (914 to 1,523 m): 47
Under 3,000 ft (914 m): 55
Total: 108
Heliports (2002 est.)
19
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More than 20 international airports are located within the Republic of India. These include: Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad; Cochin International Airport Limited, Cochin; HAL Airport, Bangalore; Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi; Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata; Raja Sansi International Airport, Amritsar; Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, Trivandrum International Airport, Trivandrum: Amausi International Arport,Lucknow. The Indira Gandhi International Airport and the Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport handle more than half of the air traffic in South Asia. Besides these airports several other domestic airports are located in India.
In total, there are more than 334 (2002 est.) civilian airports in India - 238 with paved runways and 108 with unpaved runways.
Airports - with paved runways (1999 est.)
8,000 to 9,999 ft (2,438 to 3,047 m): 49
5,000 to 7,999 ft (1,524 to 2,437 m): 84
3,000 to 4,999 ft (914 to 1,523 m): 74
Under 3,000 ft (914 m): 19
Total: 238
Airports - with unpaved runways (1999 est.)
8,000 to 9,999 ft (2,438 to 3,047 m): 2
5,000 to 7,999 ft (1,524 to 2,437 m): 4
3,000 to 4,999 ft (914 to 1,523 m): 47
Under 3,000 ft (914 m): 55
Total: 108
Heliports (2002 est.)
19
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Transport in India - Long distance transport - Air travel
Transport in India - Long distance transport - Air travel
India's booming economy has created a large middle-class population in India. Five years back, air travel was a dream for the majority of the Indian population. But rapid economic growth has made air travel more and more affordable in India. Air India, India's flag carrier, presently operates a fleet 42 aircraft and plays a major role in connecting India with the rest of the world. Several other foreign airlines connect Indian cities with other major cities across the globe.
Jet Airways, Indian (formerly Indian Airlines), Air Sahara and Alliance Air are the most popular brands in domestic air travel in order of their market share. Of these, Jet, Indian and Sahara also operate overseas routes after the liberalisation of Indian Aviation. These airlines connect more than 80 cities across India. However, a large section of country's air transport system remains untapped.
India's vast unutilized air transport network has attracted several investments in the Indian air industry in the past few years. More than half a dozen low-cost carriers entered the Indian market in 2004-05. Major new entrants include Air Deccan, Kingfisher Airlines, SpiceJet, GoAir, Paramount Airlines and IndiGo Airlines. To meet India's rapidly increasing demand for air travel, Air India recently placed orders for more than 68 jets from Boeing for 7.5 billion USD while Indian placed orders for 43 jets from Airbus for 2.5 billion USD. Jet Airways, India's largest private carrier, has invested billions of dollars to increase its fleet. This trend is not restricted to traditional air carriers in India. IndiGo Airlines came into the news with a bang when it announced orders for 100 Airbus A320s worth 6 billion USD during the Paris Air Show; the highest by any Asian domestic carrier. Kingfisher Airline became the first Indian air carrier in June 15, 2005 to order Airbus A380 aircraft. The total deal with Airbus was worth 3 billion USD.
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India's booming economy has created a large middle-class population in India. Five years back, air travel was a dream for the majority of the Indian population. But rapid economic growth has made air travel more and more affordable in India. Air India, India's flag carrier, presently operates a fleet 42 aircraft and plays a major role in connecting India with the rest of the world. Several other foreign airlines connect Indian cities with other major cities across the globe.
Jet Airways, Indian (formerly Indian Airlines), Air Sahara and Alliance Air are the most popular brands in domestic air travel in order of their market share. Of these, Jet, Indian and Sahara also operate overseas routes after the liberalisation of Indian Aviation. These airlines connect more than 80 cities across India. However, a large section of country's air transport system remains untapped.
India's vast unutilized air transport network has attracted several investments in the Indian air industry in the past few years. More than half a dozen low-cost carriers entered the Indian market in 2004-05. Major new entrants include Air Deccan, Kingfisher Airlines, SpiceJet, GoAir, Paramount Airlines and IndiGo Airlines. To meet India's rapidly increasing demand for air travel, Air India recently placed orders for more than 68 jets from Boeing for 7.5 billion USD while Indian placed orders for 43 jets from Airbus for 2.5 billion USD. Jet Airways, India's largest private carrier, has invested billions of dollars to increase its fleet. This trend is not restricted to traditional air carriers in India. IndiGo Airlines came into the news with a bang when it announced orders for 100 Airbus A320s worth 6 billion USD during the Paris Air Show; the highest by any Asian domestic carrier. Kingfisher Airline became the first Indian air carrier in June 15, 2005 to order Airbus A380 aircraft. The total deal with Airbus was worth 3 billion USD.
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Tourist Bureau
Tourist Bureau
In the arrival hall at the International Airport there is a tourist counter. Most of the State governments have information centres in Delhi about their states. Stay away from so called "Tourist Information Centres" which are near New Delhi Railway Stations, as they are not tourist offices, but tourist agents out to fleece unsuspecting visitors. The Government of India Tourist Office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm and on Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm.
The Government of India Tourist Office
88 , Janpath , Connaught Place, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-332 0005
The Government of India Tourist Office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm and on Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm.
Delhi Travel & Transportation Development Corporation Ltd. (Head Office)
18-A, SCO Complex, Defence Colony, New Delhi 110 024, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-
Delhi Travel & Transportation Development Corporation Ltd.
N-36, Middle Circle, Connaught Place, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-3315322, 3314229
Delhi Travel & Transportation Development Corporation Ltd.
Coffee Home, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-3365358, 3363607
Delhi Travel & Transportation Development Corporation Ltd.
Dilli Haat, Sri Aurobindo Marg, Opp. INA Market, New Delhi 110 023, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-4629365, 6119055
Haryana State Tourism Dev. Corp. Ltd.
36 , Janpath , Chanderlok Building, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-332 4910
Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corp. Ltd.
36 , Janpath , Chanderlok Building, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-332 5320 Fax : +(91)-(11)-373 1072
Madhya Pradesh State Tourism
204/205 , Kanishka Shopping Plaza , 19 Ashoka Road, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-332 6528 Fax : +(91)-(11)-332 7264
U.P. State Tourism Development Corp. Ltd.
36 , Janpath , Chanderlok Building, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-332 2251
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In the arrival hall at the International Airport there is a tourist counter. Most of the State governments have information centres in Delhi about their states. Stay away from so called "Tourist Information Centres" which are near New Delhi Railway Stations, as they are not tourist offices, but tourist agents out to fleece unsuspecting visitors. The Government of India Tourist Office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm and on Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm.
The Government of India Tourist Office
88 , Janpath , Connaught Place, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-332 0005
The Government of India Tourist Office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm and on Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm.
Delhi Travel & Transportation Development Corporation Ltd. (Head Office)
18-A, SCO Complex, Defence Colony, New Delhi 110 024, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-
Delhi Travel & Transportation Development Corporation Ltd.
N-36, Middle Circle, Connaught Place, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-3315322, 3314229
Delhi Travel & Transportation Development Corporation Ltd.
Coffee Home, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-3365358, 3363607
Delhi Travel & Transportation Development Corporation Ltd.
Dilli Haat, Sri Aurobindo Marg, Opp. INA Market, New Delhi 110 023, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-4629365, 6119055
Haryana State Tourism Dev. Corp. Ltd.
36 , Janpath , Chanderlok Building, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-332 4910
Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corp. Ltd.
36 , Janpath , Chanderlok Building, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-332 5320 Fax : +(91)-(11)-373 1072
Madhya Pradesh State Tourism
204/205 , Kanishka Shopping Plaza , 19 Ashoka Road, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-332 6528 Fax : +(91)-(11)-332 7264
U.P. State Tourism Development Corp. Ltd.
36 , Janpath , Chanderlok Building, New Delhi 110 001, India
Phone : +(91)-(11)-332 2251
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Excursions - SULTANPUR LAKE
Excursions - SULTANPUR LAKE
About One and half hour away from the national capital is located a peaceful picnic spot which experiences crowds only on holidays. Sultanpur a lesser known place around Delhi was developed as Birds sanctuary on the lines of Bharatpur. The place has good accommodation facility and restaurants for food. The swamps of the lake has many species of birds, even some migratory birds have been visiting this sanctuary.
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About One and half hour away from the national capital is located a peaceful picnic spot which experiences crowds only on holidays. Sultanpur a lesser known place around Delhi was developed as Birds sanctuary on the lines of Bharatpur. The place has good accommodation facility and restaurants for food. The swamps of the lake has many species of birds, even some migratory birds have been visiting this sanctuary.
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Excursions - SULTANPUR LAKE
Excursions - SULTANPUR LAKE
About One and half hour away from the national capital is located a peaceful picnic spot which experiences crowds only on holidays. Sultanpur a lesser known place around Delhi was developed as Birds sanctuary on the lines of Bharatpur. The place has good accommodation facility and restaurants for food. The swamps of the lake has many species of birds, even some migratory birds have been visiting this sanctuary.
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About One and half hour away from the national capital is located a peaceful picnic spot which experiences crowds only on holidays. Sultanpur a lesser known place around Delhi was developed as Birds sanctuary on the lines of Bharatpur. The place has good accommodation facility and restaurants for food. The swamps of the lake has many species of birds, even some migratory birds have been visiting this sanctuary.
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Excursions - POPULAR PICNIC SPOTS AROUND DELHI
Excursions - POPULAR PICNIC SPOTS AROUND DELHI
There are three lakes in Haryana which can be easily reached from Delhi. The Badhkal lake, the Dum-Dama lake, the Sohna lake are just an hour or so drive from Delhi. Though there are no bus services from Delhi, there are hired taxis available which can take you to these lakes. The Suraj Kund lake is just out the border of Delhi. This Kund has the famous handicraft mela organised in November. There are five star accommodation facility at Suraj Kund.
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There are three lakes in Haryana which can be easily reached from Delhi. The Badhkal lake, the Dum-Dama lake, the Sohna lake are just an hour or so drive from Delhi. Though there are no bus services from Delhi, there are hired taxis available which can take you to these lakes. The Suraj Kund lake is just out the border of Delhi. This Kund has the famous handicraft mela organised in November. There are five star accommodation facility at Suraj Kund.
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Excursions - JAIPUR
Excursions - JAIPUR
The capital of Rajasthan is just 300 kms from Delhi and one can take the conducted tour or train or state transport buses to this Pink city. In Jaipur the culture, the tradition, the art, the architecture of Rajasthan appear in full bloom. The Hawa Mahal, the imposing Amer Palace, Nahargarh fort, the city palace, Jantar Mantar and many other places are worth visiting. Jaipur also acts as the corridor to other places in Rajasthan.
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The capital of Rajasthan is just 300 kms from Delhi and one can take the conducted tour or train or state transport buses to this Pink city. In Jaipur the culture, the tradition, the art, the architecture of Rajasthan appear in full bloom. The Hawa Mahal, the imposing Amer Palace, Nahargarh fort, the city palace, Jantar Mantar and many other places are worth visiting. Jaipur also acts as the corridor to other places in Rajasthan.
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Excursions - BHARATPUR BIRDS SANCTUARY
Excursions - BHARATPUR BIRDS SANCTUARY
A six hour journey from Delhi, well connected by road and railway is the former princely state of Bharatpur. Time has seen this place in great splendour and today Bharatpur is famous for the Keoladeo national park or popularly called as the Bharatpur Birds sanctuary. The sanctuary houses nearly 400 species of birds and many reptiles and animals. The place is visited by migratory birds and the Siberian cranes. Bharatpur also has the Deegh fort and the museums which tell the saga of a glorious past.
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A six hour journey from Delhi, well connected by road and railway is the former princely state of Bharatpur. Time has seen this place in great splendour and today Bharatpur is famous for the Keoladeo national park or popularly called as the Bharatpur Birds sanctuary. The sanctuary houses nearly 400 species of birds and many reptiles and animals. The place is visited by migratory birds and the Siberian cranes. Bharatpur also has the Deegh fort and the museums which tell the saga of a glorious past.
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Excursions - AGRA
Excursions - AGRA
The city of Agra is 200 Kms from Delhi. Agra was the capital of Mughals and the city has retained the Mughal fever in its buildings and social life. Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Taj is one of the most extravagant monument ever built for love. The whole structure is built with white marble and is surrounded by fountains & gardens. Agra also has the imposing Red fort built by Akbar. Near Agra is the Fatehpur Sikri which is also known as Red sandstone capital of Emperor Akbar. This city is built in Red sandstone and has some of the best examples of Rajputana architecture in combination with Moghul architecture. To reach Agra there are conducted tours from Delhi as well as state transport buses ply from Delhi to Agra. There are train services also for Agra.
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The city of Agra is 200 Kms from Delhi. Agra was the capital of Mughals and the city has retained the Mughal fever in its buildings and social life. Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Taj is one of the most extravagant monument ever built for love. The whole structure is built with white marble and is surrounded by fountains & gardens. Agra also has the imposing Red fort built by Akbar. Near Agra is the Fatehpur Sikri which is also known as Red sandstone capital of Emperor Akbar. This city is built in Red sandstone and has some of the best examples of Rajputana architecture in combination with Moghul architecture. To reach Agra there are conducted tours from Delhi as well as state transport buses ply from Delhi to Agra. There are train services also for Agra.
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Delhi - MUSEUMS - National Science Centre
Delhi - MUSEUMS - National Science Centre
National Science center is located near Pragati Maidan. This center is famous for the models which can be operated by the visitor himself. Children are particularly fascinated by the mysteries of science. Open through out the week except on Mondays.
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National Science center is located near Pragati Maidan. This center is famous for the models which can be operated by the visitor himself. Children are particularly fascinated by the mysteries of science. Open through out the week except on Mondays.
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Climate
Climate
Delhi is situated on the banks of river Yamuna in the northern part of India. Once a part of the Aravalies, today Delhi has only the Ridge area to tell the story of the greenery this place once had. Himalayas are in the North of Delhi.
The capital of India is a land locked city. The distance from the sea gives Delhi an extreme type of continental climate. The summers in Delhi are very hot and winters very cold. The temperature range varies from 45 degrees in summers to 4 degrees in winters. The winters are marked by mist and fog in the mornings and often sun is seen in the afternoons. The cold wave from the Himalayan region makes winters very chilly. In summers the heat wave is immense and adequate precaution has to be taken before going out in the hot summer afternoons.
The best season to visit Delhi is During the spring seasons of February to April and August to November. The bloom season of February and March make Delhi colourful. This time of the year brings greenery on the face of Delhi.
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Delhi is situated on the banks of river Yamuna in the northern part of India. Once a part of the Aravalies, today Delhi has only the Ridge area to tell the story of the greenery this place once had. Himalayas are in the North of Delhi.
The capital of India is a land locked city. The distance from the sea gives Delhi an extreme type of continental climate. The summers in Delhi are very hot and winters very cold. The temperature range varies from 45 degrees in summers to 4 degrees in winters. The winters are marked by mist and fog in the mornings and often sun is seen in the afternoons. The cold wave from the Himalayan region makes winters very chilly. In summers the heat wave is immense and adequate precaution has to be taken before going out in the hot summer afternoons.
The best season to visit Delhi is During the spring seasons of February to April and August to November. The bloom season of February and March make Delhi colourful. This time of the year brings greenery on the face of Delhi.
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Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Travel Guide - Photocopies and notable numbers
Travel Guide - Photocopies and notable numbers
You need a trusted person at home (especially useful if you can remember their phone number!), a photocopy and scanner(optional), your passports, the emergency numbers for your ATM/Credit Cards, your travel Insurance Document and emergency numbers.
Photocopy your passport - if you're travelling with someone, get a copy with both passports on the same piece of paper. Leave a copy with your trusted friend/family at home - next, have one each in an accessible place - you will be asked to for passport details on checking into many hostels and hotels - you don't want to be rummaging around under your clothes every time - the only people that need to see your identification are border guards and police (and if you get asked by police, go to the police station with them, do not hand over passports on the street - common street scam). Finally, for extra security you can scan a copy of your passport and email it to your self, in the event of losing everything.
Copy down all the emergency telephone numbers for your credit/ATM cards onto two pieces of paper, one for your underclothes wallet, one for a trusted person at home. Also email a copy to your on-line web mail account. In the event of a robbery, it is crucial that you contact these numbers as quickly as possible to avoid being liable for any losses to your accounts.
Get two copies of your travel insurance document, one for your underclothes wallet, and one for your trusted home person.
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You need a trusted person at home (especially useful if you can remember their phone number!), a photocopy and scanner(optional), your passports, the emergency numbers for your ATM/Credit Cards, your travel Insurance Document and emergency numbers.
Photocopy your passport - if you're travelling with someone, get a copy with both passports on the same piece of paper. Leave a copy with your trusted friend/family at home - next, have one each in an accessible place - you will be asked to for passport details on checking into many hostels and hotels - you don't want to be rummaging around under your clothes every time - the only people that need to see your identification are border guards and police (and if you get asked by police, go to the police station with them, do not hand over passports on the street - common street scam). Finally, for extra security you can scan a copy of your passport and email it to your self, in the event of losing everything.
Copy down all the emergency telephone numbers for your credit/ATM cards onto two pieces of paper, one for your underclothes wallet, one for a trusted person at home. Also email a copy to your on-line web mail account. In the event of a robbery, it is crucial that you contact these numbers as quickly as possible to avoid being liable for any losses to your accounts.
Get two copies of your travel insurance document, one for your underclothes wallet, and one for your trusted home person.
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Travel Guide - Passports and Visas
Travel Guide - Passports and Visas
There are lots of things to do before you travel - by being prepared your journey will go more smoothly, and in the event of an emergency you will have a fall-back.
Visit (links to government sites): US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland all have travel advice sites. (TBA)
Passports and Visas
For every country you want to visit - find out if you need a visa. For a list of embassy and consulate websites, visaproject.com is a site that can help you. Check it out.
Examples: European Union - citizens of member countries can travel around freely, no visas required. Americans can travel to the European Union without visas - be aware that not all of Europe is part of the European Union - Ukraine is not a member and many nationalities need a visa. Europeans need a visa for visiting Australia!
Before applying for a visa, check out your passport, how long is it valid for ? If it is not valid for more than 6 months after the expected end of your travels - get it renewed - many countries require you to have a period of validity on your passport of 6 months beyond your entry, for example Australia.
TravelTIP: Look after your passport - on the road it is one of your two most important possessions, the other being your money/atm/credit card. Do not let these get damaged or stolen. Get an under-clothes wallet, and a watertight plastic bag that is slightly larger than your passport - a zip locking freezer bag is suitable, with a piece of rigid (but thin plastic) that is the same size - place your atm card, credit card, rigid plastic and passport inside the water tight bag, and place all this in your under-clothes wallet. Keep some of your money, a photocopy of your passport in a more accessible place, as you'll be asked for your passport details quite often for administrative purposes, such as checking in to hostels and hotels - so use the photocopy instead.
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There are lots of things to do before you travel - by being prepared your journey will go more smoothly, and in the event of an emergency you will have a fall-back.
Visit (links to government sites): US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland all have travel advice sites. (TBA)
Passports and Visas
For every country you want to visit - find out if you need a visa. For a list of embassy and consulate websites, visaproject.com is a site that can help you. Check it out.
Examples: European Union - citizens of member countries can travel around freely, no visas required. Americans can travel to the European Union without visas - be aware that not all of Europe is part of the European Union - Ukraine is not a member and many nationalities need a visa. Europeans need a visa for visiting Australia!
Before applying for a visa, check out your passport, how long is it valid for ? If it is not valid for more than 6 months after the expected end of your travels - get it renewed - many countries require you to have a period of validity on your passport of 6 months beyond your entry, for example Australia.
TravelTIP: Look after your passport - on the road it is one of your two most important possessions, the other being your money/atm/credit card. Do not let these get damaged or stolen. Get an under-clothes wallet, and a watertight plastic bag that is slightly larger than your passport - a zip locking freezer bag is suitable, with a piece of rigid (but thin plastic) that is the same size - place your atm card, credit card, rigid plastic and passport inside the water tight bag, and place all this in your under-clothes wallet. Keep some of your money, a photocopy of your passport in a more accessible place, as you'll be asked for your passport details quite often for administrative purposes, such as checking in to hostels and hotels - so use the photocopy instead.
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Travel Guide - Passports and Visas
Travel Guide - Passports and Visas
There are lots of things to do before you travel - by being prepared your journey will go more smoothly, and in the event of an emergency you will have a fall-back.
Visit (links to government sites): US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland all have travel advice sites. (TBA)
Passports and Visas
For every country you want to visit - find out if you need a visa. For a list of embassy and consulate websites, visaproject.com is a site that can help you. Check it out.
Examples: European Union - citizens of member countries can travel around freely, no visas required. Americans can travel to the European Union without visas - be aware that not all of Europe is part of the European Union - Ukraine is not a member and many nationalities need a visa. Europeans need a visa for visiting Australia!
Before applying for a visa, check out your passport, how long is it valid for ? If it is not valid for more than 6 months after the expected end of your travels - get it renewed - many countries require you to have a period of validity on your passport of 6 months beyond your entry, for example Australia.
TravelTIP: Look after your passport - on the road it is one of your two most important possessions, the other being your money/atm/credit card. Do not let these get damaged or stolen. Get an under-clothes wallet, and a watertight plastic bag that is slightly larger than your passport - a zip locking freezer bag is suitable, with a piece of rigid (but thin plastic) that is the same size - place your atm card, credit card, rigid plastic and passport inside the water tight bag, and place all this in your under-clothes wallet. Keep some of your money, a photocopy of your passport in a more accessible place, as you'll be asked for your passport details quite often for administrative purposes, such as checking in to hostels and hotels - so use the photocopy instead.
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There are lots of things to do before you travel - by being prepared your journey will go more smoothly, and in the event of an emergency you will have a fall-back.
Visit (links to government sites): US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland all have travel advice sites. (TBA)
Passports and Visas
For every country you want to visit - find out if you need a visa. For a list of embassy and consulate websites, visaproject.com is a site that can help you. Check it out.
Examples: European Union - citizens of member countries can travel around freely, no visas required. Americans can travel to the European Union without visas - be aware that not all of Europe is part of the European Union - Ukraine is not a member and many nationalities need a visa. Europeans need a visa for visiting Australia!
Before applying for a visa, check out your passport, how long is it valid for ? If it is not valid for more than 6 months after the expected end of your travels - get it renewed - many countries require you to have a period of validity on your passport of 6 months beyond your entry, for example Australia.
TravelTIP: Look after your passport - on the road it is one of your two most important possessions, the other being your money/atm/credit card. Do not let these get damaged or stolen. Get an under-clothes wallet, and a watertight plastic bag that is slightly larger than your passport - a zip locking freezer bag is suitable, with a piece of rigid (but thin plastic) that is the same size - place your atm card, credit card, rigid plastic and passport inside the water tight bag, and place all this in your under-clothes wallet. Keep some of your money, a photocopy of your passport in a more accessible place, as you'll be asked for your passport details quite often for administrative purposes, such as checking in to hostels and hotels - so use the photocopy instead.
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Travel Guide - Money
Travel Guide - Money
Where is your money going to come from on the road? Experienced travellers usually have a variety of sources. Hard currency - US Dollars, Euros, GBP ( Pounds Sterling) in that order are the most readily exchangeable (nearer Europe swap the Euro and dollars position) - it's recommended that you have about enough cash for a week of survival (lodgings, food) in your destination. Avoid using this money - you'll lose out on exchange rates trying to get it back later.
Next - your credit card and your ATM card - make sure that they don't expire mid trip! Get replacements if this is the case. Some people recommend splitting the locations of cards between your pack and your person - the logic being - if you are robbed and your stash is discovered, then at least you'll have some money/ATM card elsewhere. I keep my cards on my person and hide some of my cash in my pack My logic is "if I'm robbed - my pack is the most likely thing that would be taken, from the top of a bus or when sleeping on a train, so why lose something as important as an ATM card ?"
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Where is your money going to come from on the road? Experienced travellers usually have a variety of sources. Hard currency - US Dollars, Euros, GBP ( Pounds Sterling) in that order are the most readily exchangeable (nearer Europe swap the Euro and dollars position) - it's recommended that you have about enough cash for a week of survival (lodgings, food) in your destination. Avoid using this money - you'll lose out on exchange rates trying to get it back later.
Next - your credit card and your ATM card - make sure that they don't expire mid trip! Get replacements if this is the case. Some people recommend splitting the locations of cards between your pack and your person - the logic being - if you are robbed and your stash is discovered, then at least you'll have some money/ATM card elsewhere. I keep my cards on my person and hide some of my cash in my pack My logic is "if I'm robbed - my pack is the most likely thing that would be taken, from the top of a bus or when sleeping on a train, so why lose something as important as an ATM card ?"
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Travel Guide - Medical Kit
Travel Guide - Medical Kit
Always carry a small medical kit, which should include: bandages, pain killers, antiseptic wipes, antiseptic cream, plasters, scissors, throat soothing tablets, iodine, diarrhea tablets, etc. Put this in your backpack, not your daypack (carry on luggage), when flying - to avoid problems with airport security.
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Always carry a small medical kit, which should include: bandages, pain killers, antiseptic wipes, antiseptic cream, plasters, scissors, throat soothing tablets, iodine, diarrhea tablets, etc. Put this in your backpack, not your daypack (carry on luggage), when flying - to avoid problems with airport security.
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Travel Guide - How to Pack
Travel Guide - How to Pack
Right, so you have all this stuff and you have to get it into this now much smaller backpack. Packing will become second nature to you after months on the road, but for now it's all new. How do you do it ?
Simple tips: keep the heavy things towards the bottom of your pack, put the lighter stuff and things you'll need soonest nearer the top, not forgetting to make guide books easily accessible.
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Right, so you have all this stuff and you have to get it into this now much smaller backpack. Packing will become second nature to you after months on the road, but for now it's all new. How do you do it ?
Simple tips: keep the heavy things towards the bottom of your pack, put the lighter stuff and things you'll need soonest nearer the top, not forgetting to make guide books easily accessible.
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Travel Guide - How Do You Afford All This
Travel Guide - Driving
Hire a car or buy a car ? Buying a car in New Zealand is really popular. For some the road trip is the ultimate form of travel. Independence, complete and total, and you can go places that no bus or train could get you to. Two major options - buy a car, only applicable in some countries, and you have to consider insurance requirements, and other legal requirements. Also if you own a car and it goes wrong you bear the cost of putting it right. Renting a car is a simpler option - but can be more costly. However, it has the ultimate flexibility of not having to be responsible for any repairs, or selling the vehicle at the end of your travels. Do be aware accidents and claims against the insurance of the vehicle might apply to your insurance when back home.
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Hire a car or buy a car ? Buying a car in New Zealand is really popular. For some the road trip is the ultimate form of travel. Independence, complete and total, and you can go places that no bus or train could get you to. Two major options - buy a car, only applicable in some countries, and you have to consider insurance requirements, and other legal requirements. Also if you own a car and it goes wrong you bear the cost of putting it right. Renting a car is a simpler option - but can be more costly. However, it has the ultimate flexibility of not having to be responsible for any repairs, or selling the vehicle at the end of your travels. Do be aware accidents and claims against the insurance of the vehicle might apply to your insurance when back home.
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Travel Guide - Driving
Travel Guide - Driving
Hire a car or buy a car ? Buying a car in New Zealand is really popular. For some the road trip is the ultimate form of travel. Independence, complete and total, and you can go places that no bus or train could get you to. Two major options - buy a car, only applicable in some countries, and you have to consider insurance requirements, and other legal requirements. Also if you own a car and it goes wrong you bear the cost of putting it right. Renting a car is a simpler option - but can be more costly. However, it has the ultimate flexibility of not having to be responsible for any repairs, or selling the vehicle at the end of your travels. Do be aware accidents and claims against the insurance of the vehicle might apply to your insurance when back home.
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Hire a car or buy a car ? Buying a car in New Zealand is really popular. For some the road trip is the ultimate form of travel. Independence, complete and total, and you can go places that no bus or train could get you to. Two major options - buy a car, only applicable in some countries, and you have to consider insurance requirements, and other legal requirements. Also if you own a car and it goes wrong you bear the cost of putting it right. Renting a car is a simpler option - but can be more costly. However, it has the ultimate flexibility of not having to be responsible for any repairs, or selling the vehicle at the end of your travels. Do be aware accidents and claims against the insurance of the vehicle might apply to your insurance when back home.
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Travel Guide - Budget Airlines
Travel Guide - Budget Airlines
The single most popular form of travel for the independent traveler. Fast, economically the cheapest, with a high safety record, the jet plane has revolutionized the travel industry. Had Jules Verne been alive today we would have been reading "Around the world in 80 hours", which gives some idea of the revolution that the jet has brought about. Unfortunately, despite its many advantages, there is one large negative to jet travel, which has been largely ignored until today. This is the huge amount of CO2 released during each flight. It is possible that as the world grows in knowledge and concern about the damage that this release causes, the cost of jet travel will rise. Combined with jet travel's dependency on oil, the age of cheap flights that we currently see might be limited.
Now back to the good news. Flights are at the moment cheap, plentiful, and go to just about everywhere; it seems in this day and age that there is nowhere in the world that is more than 48 hours from anywhere else.
Single tickets
Buying single tickets from place to place in the course of your travels is the most flexible way to travel. It is also more expensive than a return flight, or a Round the World Ticket. However - it is possible to pick up cheaper local options from local travel agents than you may find on the Internet, or from travel agents back home.
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The single most popular form of travel for the independent traveler. Fast, economically the cheapest, with a high safety record, the jet plane has revolutionized the travel industry. Had Jules Verne been alive today we would have been reading "Around the world in 80 hours", which gives some idea of the revolution that the jet has brought about. Unfortunately, despite its many advantages, there is one large negative to jet travel, which has been largely ignored until today. This is the huge amount of CO2 released during each flight. It is possible that as the world grows in knowledge and concern about the damage that this release causes, the cost of jet travel will rise. Combined with jet travel's dependency on oil, the age of cheap flights that we currently see might be limited.
Now back to the good news. Flights are at the moment cheap, plentiful, and go to just about everywhere; it seems in this day and age that there is nowhere in the world that is more than 48 hours from anywhere else.
Single tickets
Buying single tickets from place to place in the course of your travels is the most flexible way to travel. It is also more expensive than a return flight, or a Round the World Ticket. However - it is possible to pick up cheaper local options from local travel agents than you may find on the Internet, or from travel agents back home.
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Travel Guide - Budget Airlines
Travel Guide - Budget Airlines
The single most popular form of travel for the independent traveler. Fast, economically the cheapest, with a high safety record, the jet plane has revolutionized the travel industry. Had Jules Verne been alive today we would have been reading "Around the world in 80 hours", which gives some idea of the revolution that the jet has brought about. Unfortunately, despite its many advantages, there is one large negative to jet travel, which has been largely ignored until today. This is the huge amount of CO2 released during each flight. It is possible that as the world grows in knowledge and concern about the damage that this release causes, the cost of jet travel will rise. Combined with jet travel's dependency on oil, the age of cheap flights that we currently see might be limited.
Now back to the good news. Flights are at the moment cheap, plentiful, and go to just about everywhere; it seems in this day and age that there is nowhere in the world that is more than 48 hours from anywhere else.
Single tickets
Buying single tickets from place to place in the course of your travels is the most flexible way to travel. It is also more expensive than a return flight, or a Round the World Ticket. However - it is possible to pick up cheaper local options from local travel agents than you may find on the Internet, or from travel agents back home.
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The single most popular form of travel for the independent traveler. Fast, economically the cheapest, with a high safety record, the jet plane has revolutionized the travel industry. Had Jules Verne been alive today we would have been reading "Around the world in 80 hours", which gives some idea of the revolution that the jet has brought about. Unfortunately, despite its many advantages, there is one large negative to jet travel, which has been largely ignored until today. This is the huge amount of CO2 released during each flight. It is possible that as the world grows in knowledge and concern about the damage that this release causes, the cost of jet travel will rise. Combined with jet travel's dependency on oil, the age of cheap flights that we currently see might be limited.
Now back to the good news. Flights are at the moment cheap, plentiful, and go to just about everywhere; it seems in this day and age that there is nowhere in the world that is more than 48 hours from anywhere else.
Single tickets
Buying single tickets from place to place in the course of your travels is the most flexible way to travel. It is also more expensive than a return flight, or a Round the World Ticket. However - it is possible to pick up cheaper local options from local travel agents than you may find on the Internet, or from travel agents back home.
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Travel Guide - Backpacks Versus Suitcases
Travel Guide - Backpacks Versus Suitcases
Ok so you are planning to travel, and considering taking a suitcase:
Advantages of a suitcase are: easy access to the contents, less likely to get caught in baggage conveyors, easier to store, great in airports and hotels when the little wheels touch down and smoothly roll on the concourse floors.
Disadvantages You can't carry most suitcases for more than a few minutes. This is the main and most important disadvantage. From the point you decide to take a suitcase instead of a backpack you are tied to taking taxis, cars, booking your hotels and hostels in advance. You lose freedom. This is the advantage of a backpack and for the independent traveller freedom is one of the most important features of the journey.
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Ok so you are planning to travel, and considering taking a suitcase:
Advantages of a suitcase are: easy access to the contents, less likely to get caught in baggage conveyors, easier to store, great in airports and hotels when the little wheels touch down and smoothly roll on the concourse floors.
Disadvantages You can't carry most suitcases for more than a few minutes. This is the main and most important disadvantage. From the point you decide to take a suitcase instead of a backpack you are tied to taking taxis, cars, booking your hotels and hostels in advance. You lose freedom. This is the advantage of a backpack and for the independent traveller freedom is one of the most important features of the journey.
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Travel Guide - Backpacks Versus Suitcases
Travel Guide - Backpacks Versus Suitcases
Ok so you are planning to travel, and considering taking a suitcase:
Advantages of a suitcase are: easy access to the contents, less likely to get caught in baggage conveyors, easier to store, great in airports and hotels when the little wheels touch down and smoothly roll on the concourse floors.
Disadvantages You can't carry most suitcases for more than a few minutes. This is the main and most important disadvantage. From the point you decide to take a suitcase instead of a backpack you are tied to taking taxis, cars, booking your hotels and hostels in advance. You lose freedom. This is the advantage of a backpack and for the independent traveller freedom is one of the most important features of the journey.
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Ok so you are planning to travel, and considering taking a suitcase:
Advantages of a suitcase are: easy access to the contents, less likely to get caught in baggage conveyors, easier to store, great in airports and hotels when the little wheels touch down and smoothly roll on the concourse floors.
Disadvantages You can't carry most suitcases for more than a few minutes. This is the main and most important disadvantage. From the point you decide to take a suitcase instead of a backpack you are tied to taking taxis, cars, booking your hotels and hostels in advance. You lose freedom. This is the advantage of a backpack and for the independent traveller freedom is one of the most important features of the journey.
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Travel Guide - Backpacker Travel Insurance
Travel Guide - Backpacker Travel Insurance
Backpackers Travel Insurance
The Travelblog Travel Guide tries to be as unbiased as possible, offering only the best advice and does not normally recommend particular products and companies. One exception is made here: for backpacker insurance, no company has yet offered a product that competes with World Nomads in terms of features and price. They offer travel insurance to all countries - (with sensible exceptions - you aren't covered for travel to war zones) - and do not leave out the most interesting places, like other insurance companies do. You can also purchase your insurance when you have already left! - Since most backpackers leave travel insurance to the last minute - and beyond - this is a fantastic feature. In addition, should you decide to stay on beyond your original travel dates, you can get a new policy on the Internet without having to be in your country of residence. For these reasons Travelblog Travel Guide unreservedly recommends World Nomads, but you should nevertheless still shop around.
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Backpackers Travel Insurance
The Travelblog Travel Guide tries to be as unbiased as possible, offering only the best advice and does not normally recommend particular products and companies. One exception is made here: for backpacker insurance, no company has yet offered a product that competes with World Nomads in terms of features and price. They offer travel insurance to all countries - (with sensible exceptions - you aren't covered for travel to war zones) - and do not leave out the most interesting places, like other insurance companies do. You can also purchase your insurance when you have already left! - Since most backpackers leave travel insurance to the last minute - and beyond - this is a fantastic feature. In addition, should you decide to stay on beyond your original travel dates, you can get a new policy on the Internet without having to be in your country of residence. For these reasons Travelblog Travel Guide unreservedly recommends World Nomads, but you should nevertheless still shop around.
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Monday, September 29, 2008
Transport in India-Long distance transport-Ports and harbour
Transport in India-Long distance transport-Ports and harbour
The ports are the main gateway of trade. In India about 95% of the trade by quantity and 77% by value take place through the ports. There are 12 major ports and about 180 minor and intermediate ports in India. The total amount of traffic handled at the major port in 2003-2004 was 345 Mt and the minor ports together handled about 115 Mt.
The major ports are Calcutta, Haldia, Paradip, Visakhapatanam, Ennore, Chennai, Tuticorin, Kochi, New Mangalore, Mormugao,JNPT, Mumbai and Kandla. The distinction between major and minor ports is not based on the amount of cargo handled. The major ports are managed by port trusts which are regulated by the central government. They come under the purview of the Major Port Trusts Act, 1963. The minor ports are regulated by the respective state governments and many of these ports are private ports or captive ports.
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The ports are the main gateway of trade. In India about 95% of the trade by quantity and 77% by value take place through the ports. There are 12 major ports and about 180 minor and intermediate ports in India. The total amount of traffic handled at the major port in 2003-2004 was 345 Mt and the minor ports together handled about 115 Mt.
The major ports are Calcutta, Haldia, Paradip, Visakhapatanam, Ennore, Chennai, Tuticorin, Kochi, New Mangalore, Mormugao,JNPT, Mumbai and Kandla. The distinction between major and minor ports is not based on the amount of cargo handled. The major ports are managed by port trusts which are regulated by the central government. They come under the purview of the Major Port Trusts Act, 1963. The minor ports are regulated by the respective state governments and many of these ports are private ports or captive ports.
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