Himachal Tour - Perfect Destination for Romantic Vacation

"Tour" is the word which fills everybody’s heart with Joy of excitement .Tourism is a special privilege which every human deserves. Generally with the name of Tourism we initiate pondering about leisure time and sightseeing but it’s not apt to confined tourism activity within a state line. There is huge list of various activities which directly or indirectly related to the Tourism. It varies from Adventure and leisuring Tour to honeymoon or business tours. North India and North Indians lifestyle boosts up annual GDP of Tourism Industry with its Jam Packed sacks of Touristic sites.

Statically economy of Himachal is now third most growing economy of Indian Province. Himachal is now independent state but before1971 it was the Part of Punjab region. Capital city Shimla always been the political hub of Indian politics, many important decisions like indo-pak patrician were planned here. Tour to Himachal is the Journey of everlasting experience. Himachal’s spot are generally categorized into two basic parts-Hill stations and Valleys. Kullu, Chamba and solan known as Valleys and Kinnaur, Manali and Dharamshala famed as Hills. Himachal is the only state of India where crime is hard to find. This gives tourists a faith to go for tourism in Himachal with no worries.

Himachal Tour is the tour of the fauna’s music, sneer whistles of hilly breeze and falling moonlight. God blessed the Himachal with natural bounties like, waterfalls, rivers, glaciers, botanical gardens and wilds. Maximum Tourist hits Himachal for major three purposes- YOGA and MEDITATION, ADVENTURE and WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY. Dharamshala and Manali regions are most visited by the foreigners because of Tibetan monasteries and meditational technique centers. There is a huge cluster of travel agencies are active around the country which understand the importance of this region precisely and designed various Himachal Tour Packages. There are some Tour and Travel agencies like, Bookindiatrips.com which enables everyone of every pocket the exploration of Himachal with souvenir of concessional rates. Himachal has a special place in Indian Tourism scenario. A place of peace and pleasure, Himachal enjoys healthy climate and round the year refreshing weather and offers a great tourism escape to all kind of travelers.

Himachal is the foretaste of Himalaya’s beauty and ambiance.Himachal is most desirable and lovable Hill station of India. It is located at northern region of India landlocked with Tibet, Jammu, Punjab and Uttarakhand. Himachal is like a sea of nature’s beauty which is full with ships of waterfalls, gardens, snow and rainbows this sea has mesmerized islands of green forests and Hills. 6 Nights and 7 Days Himachal Tour offers you numerous eye candies and superb speculated vista‘s of Dalhousie, Khajjiar, Palampur and Dharamshala. Snowcapped hills with green Deodar trees of Dalhousie seems like a glittered diamond necklace on blue sky.

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Reason to Choose Jammu Kashmir as Honeymoon Destination

Grant a bright start to your married life by spending the most precious and romantic days of your life at a paradise, which is incomparable to any other destinations -Jammu and Kashmir. Blessed with intrinsic beauty, luxuriant valleys, snow clad mountains, stunning landscapes and exotic climate; Spend your Jammu Kashmir honeymoon tour with these beauties to make it the most colorful and fabulous one. Millions of honeymooners visit Jammu and Kashmir to celebrate their love life amid the nature and lush greenery. During your honeymoon tour, you can explore the other attractions of Jammu and Kashmir to make your overall trip wonderful, marvelous and beguiling.

Have a glance below at the major attractions of Jammu and Kashmir:

Lakes

Visiting the most popular lakes of Kashmir will let you discover the breathtaking beauties and majestic mountains amid the astounding river. You can relish irresistible Kashmir honeymoon tours by getting submerged in the inconceivable adventures activities like kayaking, shikara rides and many others on the sea. Don’t forget to visit the most renowned Dal Lake of Kashmir; it is surrounded by scenic beauty, mountains and charming lush greenery.

Houseboats 

One of the most vital features of Jammu and Kashmir is Houseboats, which let you have the real fun and experience of the life. This journey is the most excellent approach to sense the glory of beautiful sea and nearby surroundings. Taking a houseboat ride will make your honeymoon romantic and let you come closer to your special one in the chilling ambience. These boats are designed to perfection and offer a luxury to bestow you the overwhelming experience

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Gardens

There are quite a number of magnificent gardens in Kashmir gorge. Most of the gardens have been constructed according to the Mughal structural designs. Shalimar garden, Chashm-e-shah and Nishant Bagh are the three most famous gardens, which are visited every year by the tons of tourists and honeymooners.

Wildlife

There are a total of 25 mammal species, 225 species of insects and 60 collections of birds at the Jammu and Kashmir wildlife sanctuaries. Each wildlife sanctuary nurtures every wild creature and feed the best for their good spirit. Couples can capture the pictures of the wild animals on their camera so that they can remember the beautiful times spent at the wildlife sanctuary with their loved ones for a long time.

Spiritual tour

Honeymooners can organize a religious tour to the peak temple goddess Vaishno Devi to take blessing from the deity for a good start and future. Being considered as one of the holiest destination of the world, it should be visited once in everybody’s life.

Adventure

Apart from exploring the real and natural beauty of Jammu and Kashmir, newly wedded couples can engage themselves in the assortment of exciting and enthralling activities. Few of the adventure activities relished by the travelers at this destination are parasailing, angling, cycling, jeep safari, sky diving, cave exploration and many more.

Contact http://www.shrisaitravels.com/ to book honeymoon tour in India

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Himachal Tourism

 Himachal tourism promises the most beautiful and glorious sights in the great Indian continent. Nothing can compare to the tremendous beauty and stunning atmosphere of Himachal which attracts thousands of tourists from all around the world every year. 

Himachal is known for its incredible historical reputation. The earliest known inhabitants of Himachal were tribals called Dasas. Later, Aryans came and they assimilated in the tribes. In the later centuries, the hill chieftains accepted suzerainty of the Mauryan empire, the Kaushans, the Guptas and Kanuaj rulers. During the Mughal period, the Rajas of the hill states made some mutually agreed arrangements which governed their relations. 

 In the 19th century, Ranjit Singh annexed/subjugated many of the states. When the British came, they defeated Gorkhas and entered into treaties with some Rajas and annexed the kingdoms of others. The situation more or less remained unchanged till 1947. After Independence, 30 princely states of the area were united and Himachal Pradesh was formed on 15th April, 1948. With the recognition of Punjab on 1st November, 1966, certain areas belonging to it were also included in Himachal Pradesh. On 25th January, 1971, Himachal Pradesh was made a full-fledged State.

The State is bordered by Jammu & Kashmir on North, Punjab on West and South-West, Haryana on South, Uttar Pradesh on South-East and China on the East.

Most of the people in Himachal depend on agriculture for livelihood. Many people derive their income from sheep, goats, and other cattle. Ninety percent of the people live in villages and small towns. Villages usually have terraced fields and small two storey houses with sloping roof. The villages are mostly self-contained with a few shops to take care of basic necessities of life. Most villages have a temple, where people congregate for worship. In many parts of the Himachal the village Gods are carried on palanquins to village fairs. On Dussehra the largest congregation of village Gods takes place at Kullu.

The folk songs of Himachal Pradesh are full of charm and are mostly based on a religious or a romantic theme. People gather in a circle in village fairs and dance to the tune of these songs. The dancing is usually spontaneous during a village fair and is symbol of unending peace and joy in their lives. You will be glad to find that people of Himachal Pradesh are honest, truthful, gentle, and good humored.

Contact Shri Sai Travels to book exotic Himalaya tours including Manali tour packages and Shimla tour package

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Kashmir Vacations

The valley of Kashmir is as rich with history and political controversy as it is with culture and natural phenomena. Sample exquisitely spiced native cuisines and festive teas, then walk off your meal along the rugged trekking routes to the north. Marvel at the famous houseboats of Srinagar and take a spiritual moment to reflect at one of the many pilgrimage sites and religious shrines that dot the region. Of course, native craftsmanship makes for excellent souvenirs—carpets and textiles are an especial shopping must.

Book exotic Kashmir tour packages. Contact Shri Sai Travels for custom tour plans

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Mehrangarh Fort

One of the largest forts of Rajasthan, Mehrangarh Fort was the seat of the Rathore rulers from the House of Marwar. Located at a height of 400 feet above the city of Jodhpur, the fort is named after the Sun deity, from whom the Rathores claim descent.

The foundation of the fort was laid by Rao Jodha, a Rathore ruler on May 12, 1459. Though the Marwar royal family later shifted to much opulent palaces, the fort continued to be a reflection of Rathore glory and basis of the clan’s strength.

Almost every ruler of Marwar has left his mark and the fort is a magnificent fusion of different styles and influences. Its 125 feet high towering battlements, are made of solid stone and are at places six metres thick. Palaces inside the fort whisper tales of intrigues, riches and even patricide.The fort through its 554-year-history has been occupied only five times. The fort even offered sanctuary to Mughal emperor Humayun, who was fleeing to Persia after his defeat at the hands of Sher Shah Suri.

The fort now houses a museum which enlightens visitors about the golden age of the Rathores. It showcases collectios of palanquins, furniture, cannons, paintings and folk musical instruments. The Daulat Khana, a gallery of the museum houses one of the finest collections of Mughal miniature paintings.The fort is also the venue for the Rajasthan International Folk Festival and World Sufi Spirit Festival. While RIFF is dedicated to promote and showcase folk music, Sufi festival promotes Sufi music.

History

The foundation of Mehrangarh Fort was laid on May 12, 1459 by Rao Jodha, the fifteenth Rathore ruler. Mandore used to be the capital; however, Rao Jodha felt it was not sufficient to provide safety and security and hence the capital was moved to Mehrangarh fort.The hill on which Mehrangarh stands was known as ‘Bhaurcheeria’. Rao Jodha had to displace the only human occupant of the hill, a hermit called Cheeria Nathji. Upset with the displacement, the hermit cursed Rao Jodha that the fort would suffer scarcity of water.

To circumvent the curse, Rao Jodha buried a man alive in the foundations. The man, Rajiya Bambi, was promised that the Rathores would take care of his family in return for his life. Rajiya’s descendants still live in Raj Bagh to this day.According to legends associated with the fort, four people including Rajiya Bambi’s son and a Brahmin named Mehran were buried alive so that the fort could be constructed. It is believed the fort is named after the Brahmin ‘Mehran’.

 Book Rajasthan tours to visit this magnificent fort

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Fatehpur Sikri Agra

Fatehpur Sikri is a fascinating ghost city built in the 16th century, 37 km from Agra.

This historic site was founded by Akbar the great, who at 26 years did not have a heir. He went to a saint, Shaikh Salim Chishti who lived in a city called Sikri. His blessing gave Akbar 3 sons. As a gesture, Akbar built a whole new city in Sikri.

It was built between 1569 and 1585 and was intended to be the joint capital with Agra, but was soon deserted because the water system could not support any residents. It remained untouched for over 400 years now and its palaces are a remainder of the extravagance of the Mughals.

This magnificent fortified ghost city, 40km west of Agra, was the short-lived capital of the Mughal empire between 1571 and 1585, during the reign of Emperor Akbar. Akbar visited Sikri to consult the Sufi saint Shaikh Salim Chisti, who predicted the birth of an heir to the Mughal throne. When the prophecy came true, Akbar built his new capital here. Although a brilliant Indo-Islamic masterpiece, the city was erected in an area that suffered from water shortages and was abandoned shortly after Akbar’s death. The well-preserved palace buildings and the still-used mosque are a superb reminder of the Mughals at their architectural peak, and you can wander around other ruins scattered behind the mosque and the mint.

Most people visit this World Heritage site as a day trip from Agra, but you can stay in the nearby town, and the red sandstone palaces are at their most atmospheric at sunset.

Book India's Golden Triangle Tour and visit Fatehpur Sikri. The trip also provides you the opportunity to visit 3 more heritage cities in India  that are famous all over the world for their charm which are Delhi, Agra and Jaipur

Sources:
http://www.aviewoncities.com/agra/fatehpursikri.htm
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/india/uttar-pradesh/fatehpur-sikri

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India’s Golden Triangle: The Remix

India is seeing an ever-increasing number of visitors who come to experience the unique blend of headiness that the subcontinent so effortlessly brews. The route between Delhi, Agra and Jaipur has, for many years, been a veritable ‘India 101′ – an introduction to those on tighter travel schedules. Although the trail is undeniably well trodden, there’s still plenty to discover for DIYers, or for those with an afternoon away from their tour group. We’ve collected a few oft-missed attractions that are well worth seeking out during your visits to Agra and Jaipur.

Agra:

Experience the Mughal legacyFrom Delhi, head southeast via private vehicle (about four hours) or by train (figure roughly two hours) to Agra, home of the wondrous Taj Mahal – a resounding tribute to a lost love and undoubtedly the most brilliant manifestation of the Mughal dynasty’s design aesthetic. The glistening white marble and the swirling, minaret-like towers never fail to impress.

While the Taj Mahal was built to honour the dead, Fatehpur Sikri, located 40km from Agra, was very much a place for the living. The palace’s grand human scale is immediately captivating – it’s impossible not to feel haunted by the ghosts of the emperor, princesses, valets and concubines that once roamed the hallowed courtyards.

When you’ve maxed out your memory stick with snaps of forts and palaces, head to Kaya Kalp, a 99,000 sq ft spa located at the ITC Mughal (www.itchotels.in/hotels/itcmughal.aspx), which takes guests on a sensorial journey back to an era of excess and great conquest. It is well documented that the members of the Mughal elite enjoyed the trappings of a luxurious lifestyle, with ample gardens, feasts, harems, sweeping palaces and many other ostentatious manifestations of wealth. At the ITC Mughal you’ll find a sumptuous reproduction of that bygone era – in fact, the hotel has remained so precise and true to the Mughal dynasty that it was the recipient of the Aga Khan Award for architecture in 1980.

After pushing through the massive wooden doors, the spa’s cardinal design element becomes immediately apparent: a ruby red pomegranate. It is commonly believed that Barbur – the first Mughal emperor – came to Rajasthan from Ferghana (in present-day Afghanistan), a lush kingdom with plenty of fruit-bearing trees. When Barbur decided to stay, he instructed his architects to recreate his elaborate gardens and plant a variety of orchards, including the pomegranate – his undeniable favourite. Further evidence of the pomegranate’s importance has been documented on many stone carvings within Agra Fort. The coveted pomegranate also features in the spa’s signature treatment, an exfoliating scrub made from pomegranate peel, orange rind, pomegranate seeds and brown sugar.

Jaipur: 

Hidden temples in the City of Forts from Agra and Fatehpur Sikri, plough westward to Jaipur (about three hours by private vehicle), where further spoils of the Mughal lords await. Known as the Pink City for its ribbon of walls that extend throughout the central core (the city doesn’t actually look particularly pink), Jaipur is the gateway to Rajasthan’s cache of rugged landscapes, photogenic cities and elaborate palaces.

Most visitors make a beeline for Jaipur’s surrounding hills dotted with parched trees – a hint that a great desert (the Thar desert) sits not too far beyond. Here lies one of the city’s great attractions, the Amber Fort (pronounced ‘amir’); yet another great legacy of a long-lost empire. While most tourists mount the ramparts on a regal-robed elephant, try driving around to the back of the fortress and start your journey within the simple hamlet of Amber dating back to the 11th century. Here you’ll find the Shri Jagatshironmani Temple, built at the request of Queen Shringar Devi Kanakaway (wife of Man Singh, ruler of Amber) between 1599 and 1608. The temple is particularly rare because Krishna is not depicted with his usual consort Radha, he is instead accompanied by ‘Mira Bai’, a princess who became a mystic, and later Krishna’s lover. The temple’s name translates to ‘the head jewel of the idol of Lord Vishnu’. During your visit you may spot the groundskeeper watering the plants and gently sweeping the stairs – his family has been caring for the temple for over 20 generations.

A second, and equally fascinating temple sits just a short walk from the popular City Palace Museum within the city centre. Shri Govind Dev Ji Temple, also a place for worship for the Lord Krishna (sometimes called Govind Dev), houses an image of the deity that is believed to be over 5000 years old. The temple is particularly unusual because it is only open for seven ‘jhankis‘, or glimpses, per day (check out www.govinddevji.net for a list of times). During each viewing, devotees gather in front of the gates to sing preparatory hymns, and when they enter the complex they pray before statues that are fastidiously decorated in different clothing for each deliberate viewing throughout the day – the costume materials also change throughout the seasons.

Golden Triangle Tour is India's one of most sought after travel circuits. You can book the packages from online travel agents and extend your tour with a trip to Rajasthan

Source: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/india/travel-tips-and-articles/77114

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