Why Shimla and Manali Are Considered Great Honeymoon Destinations

Romantic honeymoon does not occur, you must plan carefully. Furthermore, since a honeymoon trip is always the first big decision you as a couple, it must be absolutely no problem. How to plan your honeymoon well in advance so that you much time to the different honeymoon destinations and honeymoon packages on the market of today’s research.

A honeymoon is important, after all the strenuous marriage ceremony to relax. And when it comes to relax, to relax may be a better place than the hill stations of Shimla and Manali in Himachal Pradesh, India. This is blessed hill stations of Himachal Pradesh with abundant natural beauty, breathtaking mountain peaks, loaded beautiful hills, waterfalls, orchards and gardens. Sold because of all the world as the best honeymoon destinations.

The town of Shimla is a beautiful natural beauty. It offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains and has many attractive tourist attractions that never fail to fascinate and attract the attention of tourists. Some of the best destinations in Shimla Honeymoon visit is over the ridge, the Mall, Christchurch, Kali Bari Temple, Shimla State Museum Tara Devi and the temple. Summer Hill Prospect Hill in the fall and Chadwick are some of the other attractions of Shimla. Honeymoon in Shimla, you also get wonderful opportunities for adventure sports like mountain climbing, skiing, trekking, golf and fishing. Visit Shimla in winter will give you a great view of the snowy and hilly country.

Manali is a picturesque hill station of Himachal Pradesh. It has several tourist attractions such as Vashist Hot Spring, Solang Valley, Rohtang Pass, Hadimba Temple, Tibetan monasteries, many temples, Nehru Kund and Arjuna Gufa. You can also enjoy adventure sports activities like skiing, heli-skiing, ice skating, rafting, climbing and mountaineering in Manali during your honeymoon in this city.

So if your honeymoon lasts two days or two weeks honeymoon in the beautiful hill stations will certainly give you some of the magical moments that you maintain all your life.

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Combine The Indian Golden Triangle With Exquisite Khajuraho

You will leave India with your unwilling desire as the country gives you the best moments of your travel. It has many cities to visit and take unforgettable scenery of nature from places like Himalayas with you. In the Golden Triangle Travel of India along with Khajuraho city you will see the diverse traditional culture of these cities. The other three cities in the tour are Agra, Jaipur, and Delhi. 

Famous for its varied cultured living styles, Delhi is the capital of India. It has the beauty of Mughal architecture in their monuments which stand in the city and are most attracting sites for tourists. Also wide range of shopping at different shopping walkways, city offers you rich traditional and historical art of the country. Visit Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid and also see India gate, temples of Delhi, Museums, Gardens and much more and feel the time of Mughals ruled India. 

Every place of the city has its own field of attraction. Go to Old Delhi markets and modern shopping malls where your needs will be full. Chandni Chowk, Janpath, Lajpat Nagar, Sarojini Nagar, Greater Kailash, Karol Bagh are famous markets for clothes and other gears. For fancy shopping visit to other destinations like South Extension, Aurobindo Market, Khan Market and Ajmal Khan Road. For hanging around with friends go to places like Central Park, Hauz Khas village, or old fort.

The city which hosts one of the seven wonders of world, Taj Mahal is part of this tour. It has varied culture and Mughal history. Taj Mahal is a large white marble mausoleum of Mumtaz Mahal, wife of Mughal King ShahJahan who built it in the sixteenth century. Its construction was started in 1633 and 20,000 workers were laboured. It took 17 years to build it. Agra gives you opportunity to buy buy leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work and also have food for which it is known like sweets and salty snacks.

Known as the pink city, Jaipur is in Rajasthan. Mughal period and modern developments are all in the city. It has the crown of being the Royal Capital of Rajasthan. For shopping in Jaipur you can visit to Babu Bazaar, Tripola Bazaar, Nehru Bazaar, Johari Market, Ramganj Bazaar and Hawal Mahal bazaar. You will get a range of traditional saris, duppatas, clothes with kalamkari (bagru), zahota, sanganeri, shekhwati and Mughal block prints on fabrics. There are 700 odd jewellery shops in the old city market of the city. You will enjoy the comfort of large palace hotels which have all kinds of five star facilities.

Khajuraho trip offering a Khajuraho city is in the tour during your sightseeing of of its temples, which were built between 950 and 1050 AD by the kings of the Chandela dynasty. They are built in inspiring creativity. These temples are famous among tourists for the magnificent carvings depicting numerous sexual postures of the famous "Kamasutra", ancient Indian work on sexual love and the art of lovemaking. Among 85 temples which were originally built only 22 survived. Matangeshwara temple is continuing its worshipping as 1000 year old tradition.

Take this Golden triangle tour with Khajuraho tour for the tradition, culture and architecture experience which you will gain throughout the tour.

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River Cruises in Goa

Goa is not only about golden beaches spread for miles but also about scenic rivers that make it the best possible destination for long river cruises. A holiday in Goa will remain incomplete and imperfect without a river cruise. Goa is far-famed for its cruises. These cruises are amongst the major attractions of Goa. It is a wonderful experience to hop aboard a beautiful ship and sail into the rippling waves.

A river cruise in Goa is truly memorable. After a hectic day of sightseeing in Goa, a river cruise is ideed an ideal way to unwind and relax to the soothing music of a live band. River cruises contribute immensely to the state's tourism industry. The river cruise industry in Goa is expanding day-by-day. 

Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) conducts some of the renowned river cruises in Goa. The waters of river Mandovi serve as the perfect location for cruise tours. GTDC operates a luxury launch, Santa Monica, which coducts evening cruises over Mandovi river. The cultural performances on the cruise make it even more colourful. River cruises also gives you the opportunity to spot crocodiles and dolphins.

Tourists can pick up the desired river cruise from available options - daytime, moonlight and sunset cruise tours.

The sunset cruise tour takes off at 6 pm everyday. A sunset cruise takes  the tourists to some spectacular places like the Aguada fort, the Reis Magos Fort and the Cabo Raj Bhawan. See the cultural troops perform Goan dances such as  the Dekni Temple Dance, the Corredinho Dance and the Fugdi Dance. It is fascinating to watch the sun dip into the horizon leaving behind a crimson-hued sky.

The full moon cruise, as the name suggests, are conducted on full moon nights when the full moon sparkles amidst the dark sky. The cruise begins from 5.30 pm. This cruise which lasts for two hours costs rupees 150 per person.

To enjoy the river cruise, come for Goa holidays and have a great time. You can also book a honeymoon package for Goa or Goa beach holidays to have the most memorable holiday in Goa.

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Kochi

Kochi (Cochin) is a seaside town just 10 degrees north of the equator. As such, it is a moderately hot and humid place year-round. Heavy showers with thunder and lightning are experienced from June through September as a result of the southwest monsoon. The northwest monsoon brings light rainfall from October through December. December to February is comparatively cooler than the rest of the year. The average annual rainfall is about 350cm, most of which is a result of the southwest monsoon. During the summer, which is from March through June, average highs are in the mid-90s. In the winter, average highs are in the upper-70s.

Monsoon seasons are characterized by reliable, short episodes of rainfall, usually every day. So, if you visit during a monsoon season, make sure you are adequately prepared for damp weather. Also during this time, infrastructure like roads can become unreliable. Indians are reliant on the monsoons, and their agriculture is dependent on the arrival of monsoon season. Thus, the weather phenomenon is heavily ingrained in Indian culture. 

You can book a package tour for Kerala to visit this amazing city. You can also enjoy Kerala houseboat cruise and backwater tours while your Kerala trip.

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Sabarimala Where Millions Converge

Sabarimala is one of the most popular pilgrimage destinations in South India during the festival season in the months of November, December and January. A pilgrimage to Sabarimala involves severe austerities, and a trek through the Western Ghats. Sabarimala enshrines Sastha or Aiyappan - Hariharaputran - the son of Shiva and Vishnu-maya.

Sastha is a popular deity in Kerala, and is enshrined in several of its temples. Five temples dedicated to Sastha are of great importance. Kulathuppuzha enshrines Sastha as a child, Aryankaavu enshrines him as a young lad, Achan Koyil enshrines him with as a householder with his consorts Poorna and Pushkala, Sabarimala enshrines him as his Vanaprasthasramam, and Ponnambala-medu enshrines him as the highest yogi. These five shrines represent the five stages of life as described by the scriptures. Ponnambalam is a spot on a hill where the Makara Jyoti (light) is seen on the day of Makara Sankranti.

Legend: Sastha or Aiyappan is revered as the son of Shiva and Mohini - Vishnu-maya. Legend has it that this divine child was discovered on the banks of the river Pampa by the ruler of the kingdom of Pandalam. The childless king brought up this child Manikandan as his own. A plot hatched by the vile queen sent the valiant Manikandan in search of leapord's milk, as the only suitable cure for the queen's feigned illness. The valiant prince killed the demon Mahishi in the jungle and relieved its inhabitants of untold suffering and returned to the kingdom with a herd of tigers. The divinity of the child revealed, he requested the king to build a temple on the hill Neelimala, where the saint Sabari was engaged in penance.

The temple: Eighteen steps are seen leading to the sanctum, and these steps are considered to be very sacred. Only those who have observed the 41 day penance (see below) are allowed to climb these steps. The pathinettu padi shrine is also seen at the Azhagar Koyil temple near Madurai, which has a subsidiary shrine to the guardian deity Karuppannasami.

Millions undertake the (once)arduous pilgrimage to Sabarimala with 41 days of penance. Much of the route used to be accessible only on foot through rocky jungle paths.  Much of the route now is on motorable road.

Source: http://www.templenet.com/Kerala/sabari.html  

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Churches of Goa

Popularly known as the “Rome of the East" - Goa, is home to many beautiful churches. Well acclaimed for its architectural marvels Goa houses some of the country’s most historical Churches. Since the Portuguese were seriously dedicated to church building, Goa boasts of an unmatched architectural splendor as far as its churches go. Apart from the beaches Goa witnesses a huge influx of people every year who visit this holy land to pay homage to some of the most brilliant pieces of religious significance. 

Below is a list of some of the most important Churches in Goa:

Chapel of St. Francis Xavier Goa

One of the most prominent tourist’s attractions in the region the Chapel of St. Francis Xavier Goa is dedicated to St Francis Xavier. Known as Santo Pedro the famous saint is said to have built this church himself. Located on the banks of the River Mandovi this church is said be miraculous by its believers. Perfectly styled in Doric architecture this church is built with lime mortar and laterite plaster. The church offers one major altar for evening prayers and a multitude of handwritten scripts that only point out the fact that this holy place is dedicated to the holy saint Francis Xavier

Church of the Carmelites Goa

Constructed in the year 1961 this church is a portrayal of the rich historical background of Goa. Bearing witness to the strong Portugal hegemony in Goa this today lies in complete ruins. A church that pledges for the special significance of the history of Christianity in Goa this Church provides one with a nostalgic feel about the Carmalites who were driven out of the state. An epitome of medieval architecture and design this church houses one altar meant for prayers.

Church of Our Lady of Rosary
Known as one of the oldest churches in Goa the Our Lady of Rosary was built way back in the 16th century. Holding behind a strong historical significance this church is one of the most frequented by its devotees. Built on the spot where Alphonso de Albuquerque witnessed the conquest of Goa in 1510 this church is the only complete structure in old Goa. Beautifully intermixed with renaissance and gothic architectures the church offers 3 chapels and 2 altars that are meant for silent prayers.

Chapel of St. Catherine Goa

One of the renowned churches of Goa that lures millions of devotees every year the Chapel of St. Catherine was built by Alphonso Albuquerque in 1510. Holding a strong historical significance this church is dedicated to St Catherine. Upgraded to the status of a Cathedral on 1534 by Pope Paul III this church is built in free renaissance architecture. 

Church and Convent of St. Monica

One of the Churches in Goa solely meant as a residing place for nuns this church was built in 1627. Located on the holy hill of Goa this Church is an imposing three storied building that easily accommodates more than 100 nuns. A Church that shelters a number of destitute females and illegitimate children the Convent of St Monica is said to be blessed by God. Built in traditional Doric and Tuscan styles the church has two main altars for prayers.

Source: http://goa.mapsofindia.com/travel-guide/churches.htm

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India Gate

India Gate was located in New Delhi. It was designed by Edwin Lutyens in 1921. Its height was 42mtr. The entire archway is supported on Red Bharatpur Stone. The shallow vaulted ball at the top was projected to be filled with burning oil on anniversaries. India Gate is raised as a memorial for the 90,000 soldiers who laid their lives during World War I. The foundation stone was laid by HRH the Duke of Connaught in 1921 and the monument was dedicated to the nation 10 years later by the then Viceroy, Lord Irwin. Another memorial, Amar Jawan Jyoti was added much later after India had said goodbye to its imperial rulers. It is in the form of a flame that burns day and night under the arch to remind the nation of soldiers who perished in the Indo-Pakistan War of December 1971. 

In summer evenings India Gate surroundings was used for relaxation popularly. In winters it be used as a popular picnic spot.

You can book a package tour to India or a Golden triangle trip to visit India gate and other historical places of India

Source: http://historicalsofindia.com/indiagate.html

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The Temples of Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh

A historic city widely acclaimed for its lovely temples, Khajuraho in the State of Madhya Pradesh is located in the woody planes of Bundelkhand region. One among the biggest tourist attractions in North India, the city has been rightly called as the symbol of the medieval heritage. The appealing temples of Khajuraho present a wonderful blend of architectural and sculptural sheerness, representing one of the preeminent examples of Indian art. 

Architectural grandeur and delicacy of Khajuraho temples, has provided it with the prestigious status of a world heritage site by UNESCO. The centuries old temples are ornamented with most striking, erotic and aesthetic sculptures that expose the philosophy in the Hindu religion. The erotic images that adore the beautiful shrines depict the innocent form of love, a manifestation of stimulated human sentiments. A variety of opulent approaches, which are languorous, confrontational, impishly tempting, give reliability to the assumption that Khajuraho's erotica were destined to check the devotees who came to adore their gods at the temples. 

The magnificence and dignity of Khajuraho is due to the innovative thoughts, highly developed artistic sense, and religious commitment of the great Chandela rulers. Being great patrons of art and architecture the Chandelas were enthusiastic in building pretty temples and fabulous forts. A synonym for the medieval splendor, Khajuraho temples illustrate not only the creativity of the craftsman but also the astonishing progressiveness of the illustrious rulers, under whose patronage these amazing structures were envisioned and materialized.

Apart from the poetry carved temples, Khajuraho is well known for the cultural extravaganza held every year from 25th February to 2nd March. Khajuraho Dance festival offers an elite platform to showcase the Indian classical dance forms, by which the stones of passion of the temple city will be plugged with the stunning performances of great dancers of India. 

One among the hotspots in Indian tourism arena, Khajuraho offers excellent shopping opportunities with many shops, which offers mementos at best of prices. With all its magical charm and splendorous past, Khajuraho is all set to win the heart of the visitor.

Source: http://www.mustseeindia.com/Khajuraho

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Belur Math

Belur Math is a place of pilgrimage for people from all over the world and is located on the western banks of river Hooghly (Ganga) in Howrah district. The foundation of Belur Math was by laid by Swami Vivekananda, the chief disciple of Sri Ramakrishna Dev. Swami Vivekananda consecrated the grounds in 1898 by worshipping the urn containing the sacred relics of Sri Ramakrishna. He himself carried the urn on his shoulders to the place of worship. The Math was constructed on 14th January 1938. The temple is notable for its architecture that fuses Hindu, Christian and Islamic motifs as a symbol of unity of all religions. Swami Vivekananda uttered these prophetic words about Belur Math on the occasion:

The blazing light of universal harmony that will emanate from here will flood the whole world

Swami Vivekananda used to reside in a two storeyed house inside the Math on the bank of the river Ganga. Swami breathed his last on 4th July, 1902. His cenotaph lies within the Math. His commodities are carefully preserved in his room and exhibited to the people.

Today, Belur Math has become the hub of worldwide spiritual movement known as the Ramakrishna Movement. The serene campus of Belur Math on the Ganga includes temples dedicated to Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi and Swami Vivekananda, in which their relics are enshrined, and the main monastery of the Ramakrishna Order. The place has been sanctified by the stay of Swami Vivekananda and most of the monastic disciples of Sri Ramakrishna, who spent several years here. Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi also visited this place on several occasions. The room in which Swamiji attained Mahasamadhi has been preserved here. The headquarters of the worldwide twin organizations known as Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission are also situated here. An added attraction is the Museum which contains articles connected with the history of Ramakrishna Math and Mission. The green lawns and lush growth of trees and bushes everywhere add to the serenity and beauty of the place. All this has contributed to an elevating spiritual ambience that has made Belur Math an important place of pilgrimage for people all over the world. A degree college, a polytechnic, and several other educational institutions of the Ramakrishna Mission are situated in the vast campus adjacent to Belur Math.

India is home to many such spiritual place. Come for tour of India to experience its magic.

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Gatte Ki Sabji

Ingredients

For Gatte:

• 1 cup Besan (Gram flour)
• 1 pinch baking powder
• 1 pinch red chilly powder
• 1 pinch turmeric powder
• 2 tsp curd
• 1/2 tsp  carom
• cumin seeds
• coriander leaves
• 2 tsp oil
• salt to taste

For Curry:

• 3 tsp peanuts
• 1 tsp puppy seeds
• 2 tsp dried coconut
• 2-3 bay leaves
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander seeds
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1-2 cloves
• 4-5 tsp oil
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tsp red chilly powder
• ginger-garlic paste 1tsp
• salt to taste

 

Preparation Method:

1. In one container take besan, add cumin seeds, carom, baking powder, oil, curd, salt, chilly & turmeric powder in to it & make a thick dough (if needed add little amount of water )
2. Divide the dough in to 3-4 pieces.
3. Roll every piece & cut them in to small capsule like pieces. (these are the Gatte)
4. Now add these gatte in to the boiled water & allow them to boil  up to 10-12min (when gatte boiled properly they will appear on a surface of water)remove the water from boiled gatte & keep then aside.
5. Roast the peanuts, coconut, poppy seeds,c umin seeds, bay leaves, cloves, black papper , coriander seeds. grind them & make a fine paste of it.(to make paste more fine add little amount of water in it & grind again)
6. Heat a pan , add oil in it then add ginger-garlic paste & then add ground paste in it.at a first instance this paste absorb entire oil in a pan, keep mixing it.
7. After 3-4 min, this paste leave the oil ,now add turmeric, chilly powder & salt in it & mix it well with paste.
8. Finally add water in it to make a curry & let it cook for 2-3min.add Gatte in curry & let it cook for 5 min.remove it from fire & garnish it with coriander leaves.
9. Generally this dish is serve with 'Daal-Bati'.

Come on Rajasthan holidays and enjoy this delicious cuisine of Rajasthan. You can also book a Golden Triangle India trip and visit the capital of the royal Rajasthan state, Jaipur.

Source:http://www.khanakhazana.com/recipes/view.aspx?id=2421

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Kerala Boat Races

Kerala boat race is a yearly event that takes place in the month of August or September in Alapuzza. Representing the unique cultural heritage and traditional legacy of Kerala, the boat race of the state is one of the exciting socio-cultural events of the state.

The most impressive of all the boat races of Kerala is the Snake Boat Race, which is commonly referred to as Chundanvallams. The brilliant performance of the rowers portrays the inherent sporting zeal and sportsman spirit of the local inhabitants of the southern state of India. 

The Vallamkalis or the yearly boat race takes place in the backwaters of Punnamada in Alapuzza of Kerala. A group competition, the rowers display tremendous courage and enthusiasm to win the Nehru Trophy in the sporting event of the Snake boat race. Former Prime Minister of India, Pundit Jawaharlal Nehru in the year of 1952, introduced the annual sporting event of Snake boat race.

Pundit Jawaharlal Nehru was so impressed with the Snake boat race of Kerala that he awarded the Nehru Trophy to the winners. Since then, the snake boat race became a yearly affair where boatmen compete with one another to become the Champion. The Nehru Trophy bears a silver model of a snake boat.

The brilliant sporting event of Snake boat attracts several local citizens and tourists from far and wide. An integral part of the rich cultural ancestry of Kerala, the annual event of Snake boat race is celebrated on a grand scale with much enthusiasm and vigor that fills the air with joy and excitement.

Book Kerala holiday packages to view the exciting boat races.

Source: http://www.mapsofindia.com/maps/kerala/kerala-at-a-glance/boat-race.html

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Khajuraho Group of Temples

Khajuraho, the ancient Kharjjura-vahaka represent today a distinct pattern of art and temple architecture of its own reminding one of the rich and creative period it witnessed during the Chandella rule. It was the principal seat of authority of the Chandella rulers who adorned it with numerous tanks, scores of lofty temples of sculptural grace and architectural splendour. The local tradition lists eighty-five temples but now only twenty-five are standing examples in various stages of preservation. But for Chausath-Yogini, Brahma and Mahadeva which are of granite, all the other temples are of fine grained sandstone, buff, pink or pale yellow in colour.

Yasovarman (AD 954) built the temple of Vishnu, now famous as Lakshmana temple is an ornate and evolved example of its time proclaiming the prestige of the Chandellas.

The Visvanatha, Parsvanatha and Vaidyanatha temples belong to the time of king Dhanga, the successor of Yasovarman. The Jagadambi, Chitragupta, are noteworthy among the western group of royal temples of Khajuraho. The largest and grandest temple of Khajuraho is the immortal Kandariya Mahadeva which is attributed to king Ganda (AD 1017-29). The other examples that followed viz., Vamana, Adinatha, Javari, Chaturbhuj and Duladeo, are smaller but elaborately designed. The Khajuraho groups of temples are noted for lofty terraces (jagati) and functionally effective plans comprising of an ardhamandapa, acting as entrance generally adorned with makara torana and kakshasana, the mandapa, as the hall with antarala leading to garbha griha or sanctum. The larger temples have mahamandapas in front of the ardhamandapa. They also have minor shrines at four corners and thus categorized as pancayatana. The exterior of the temples are richly decorated. In contrast, Javari and Brahma temples are simpler creations.

The sculptural embellishments include, besides the cult images; parivara, parsva, avarana devatas, dikpalas, the apsarases and sura-sundaris which win universal admiration for their delicate, youthful female forms of ravishing beauty. The attire and ornamentation embrace the winsome grace and charm.

The recent excavation at Bija Mandal in Jatkara near Khajuraho has revealed the remains of a huge temple base datable to 11th century A.D. which extends over 4 m than the largest known temple (Kandariya Mahadeo Temple). An exquisite image of Sarasvati was also found from here.

Book a tour to the temples of Khajuraho to visit these amazing group of temples. You can also visit the place during Khajuraho festival, a must watch dance festival.

Source: http://asi.nic.in/asi_monu_whs_khajuraho.asp

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Kufri The Land of Virgin Snow

Kufri is the only tourist place where you can roam around in a nature park on a Yak! Sipping hot chocholate during cold evenings, sitting in the midst of snow can bring out the love in you.

Cuddle close to your loved one, sipping hot chocolate fudge under a thatched roof, tuning to the sounds of cheering pheasants, watching the pristine snow drop down, snow so immaculate that it puts the word ‘white’ to shame. If you are wondering where you can experience such haven on Earth, it’s Kufri. This hill station is breath giving to adventurers, presenting unlimited opportunity for tobogganing, trekking, hiking and Horse riding! 

Adventure Activities

Kufri is your ideal summer station during the months of April to June. And for daredevil adventurers November to February is the apt time for skiing. Winter sports and National snow statue competition are held annually by the Himachal Pradesh travel and tourism department. 

The snow capped slopes of the Mahasu Ridge magnetize several tourists for skiing experiences. Many Ski coaches teach beginners the skill of skiing. Free lance and professional skiers skim on the slopes of splendorous snow! The highest peak in Kufri is the Mahasu peak this is one spot you should never miss. The trail leading to the peak is bordered by woody forests of spruce and deodar. 

The Himalayan Nature Park

Walk amidst ninety hectares of temperate vegetation in The Himalayan Nature Park that serves as a natural habitat for various animals and birds of the Western Himalayas. The Himalayan National Park is home to the rare species of Barking Deer, Hangal, Brown Bear, Musk Deer and rare varieties of Pheasants and Monal kept in social consortium. Exotic migratory birds add beauty to the already magnificent park.

Kufer Pond

Kufri is the epitome of tranquil and serenity, enjoy the backdrop and scenery patiently on Yak and Horseback. The safari sets out to the energetically green woodlands, sky scrapping mountains and gushing rivers. ‘Kufer’ the important attraction of Kufri is a pond, and it’s from ‘Kufer’ the town got its name. To get a picturesque display of nature you must visit the Indira Tourist Park. Shivalik range, Shimla hills and temples are other places you can probably visit during your stay in Kufri.

Reaching There

The area around Shimla including Kufri was in bounds of Nepal territory. In 1819, the British discovered this hidden section which remained obscure from the rest of the world. Kufri is now part of Himachal Pradesh, India. You can reach Kufri on road by hiring a taxi in Rampur, Shimla or Narkanda, since Kufri does not have an airport or a railway station. However Shimla has an airport and a railway station. Kufri is also well connected to Delhi, Chandigarh, Manali and Amritsar via road. Once you get to Kufri, you can discover its beauty on horseback or even Yak safari. All India tourist permit vehicles are available too. 

Staying There

Kufri being an important tourist spot in Himachal Pradesh won’t trouble you finding a nice cozy niche for stay. Ranging from Budget Hotels (1000 to 2000 INR per day) like PWD Rest House to the above budget hotels (1500 to 2500 INR per day) like HTPDC Winter Sports Club. With all these Multi Cuisine Restaurants you can get absolutely any type of food. Local tea stalls and Dhabbas are very ethnic, traditional and cheap. 

Shopping

Souvenir shopping can be done with a little creativity! You can take home to your friends’ greeting cards made with Yak hair. Or ornaments designed with Yak hair. Scent bottles of many trees are available in Kufri. Don’t miss it! Heavy duty shoppers can head to Shimla for shopping.

Planning Your Trip

A perfect trip to Kufri can be planned for two days. You can spend a day trekking and skiing on the slopes of Mahasu Ridge. One day for the horse and Yak Safari, seeing all the parks and souvenir shopping. So what are you waiting for? Pack your bags, get your gloves, ski’s and leather jacket and head to Kufri!

Book a Shimla tour package now to visit this amazing place. You can book your India travel packages via IndiaTravelsGuide.

Source: http://www.mustseeindia.com/articles/kufri-the-land-of-virgin-snow/1162

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Sam Sand Dunes

Sam Sand Dunes  Back Sand dunes  Sam Sand Dunes, 42 away km from Jaisalmer, is the most popular excursion to see the total sandy bush less desert. It has a truly glorious stretch of sweeping sand dunes. It is best to be here at sunrise or sunset, and many camel safaris spend a night at the dunes. The best way to see this and other sights around Jaisalmer is to take a came safari. However you can also day trip and go by car. Hordes of tourist arrive just before sun set. Camels can be hired easily and you may be able to take your favourite picture with a lone camel on a desert track and the setting sun in the backdrop. In the month of February/March, this whole place turns into a cultural hub. The desert festival organized amid these dunes is the showcase of Rajasthani culture as a whole. Open-air cultural extravaganzas, puppet shows, folk dance performances, camel races, competitions and general festivities mark this annual event that is held with great pomp and show at the Sam Sand dunes in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.

Come for Jaisalmer holidays to have the most exciting trip of Sam Sand dunes in Jaisalmer. You can also book Rajasthan holiday packages and India tour packages to visit the royal Rajasthan state.

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