Kamakhya Temple The temple of Kamakhya Devi, the goddess of tantric shaktism, is situated on the Neelachal Hill, 8 km northwest of the city. This temple is one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in India for Hindus. The present structure with its Assamese beehive-shaped shikhara dates to the 17th century after the original temple [...]
The Manipur Zoological Garden in situated about 5 km away from Imphal. This Garden at Iroishemba on the Imphal Kangchup Road specializes in preservation and breeding of some rare and protected species of Manipur. The Lissome and charming brow-antlered Thiamin deer, “Sangai?? is one such rare species (not only in India but the entire world) which [...]
Mao is one of the oldest hill stations of Manipur bordering Nagaland located midway between Dimapur and Imphal on the National Highway 39 at an altitude of 5762.02 feet above sea-level. The Mao IB, built by the Royal Military engineers in 1897 is a hundred years old. The cultural mosaic of Manipur is not complete [...]
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Shaheed Minar Shaheed Minar (Martyr’s Memorial) salutes the determined and indomitable sprit of the Meetie and tribal warriors who gladly sacrificed their lives and families while waging a war for survival of the identity against the British Army in 1891. This lofty Minaret at Bir Tikendtrajit Park in the center of the city reminds passers by [...]
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Loktak Lake and Sendra Island 48 kms from Imphal, Loktak Lake the largest freshwater lake, in the Eastern region of India, resembles a miniature inland sea. From the tourist bungalow set atop Sendra Island, visitors get a bird’s-eye view of life on the lake – small islands of floating weed, shimmering blue waters, labyrinthine boat routes, [...]
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Temple of GovindajeeThe Shree Govindajee Temple is a very important centre for the Vaishnavaites. It is located in Imphal, the capital city of the northeastern Indian state of Manipur. The temple of Shree Govindajee in Imphal is devoted to Lord Krishna. In this temple, Lord Krishna is seen in the form of Govinda. The [...]
Gangtok is a wholesome tourist destination in the real sense of the term. This capital city of Sikkim has many attractions to explore in its terrain as well as in its suburbs. Gangtok is full of natural beauty and this reservoir of splendor overflows through its lofty mountains, green patches and stunning lakes. While touring [...]
Chopta Valley – North Sikkim About 45 minutes drive from Thangu auxiliary north reaches to the virgin and unoccupied land of Chopta Valley. At the height of 13500 ft with proximity to Tibet the valley provides one of the hardly any accessible places in Sikkim where one can in fact walk over the freezing rivers. [...]
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Namchi Samdrupste Samdrupste is situated 8 kms away from the town at an alitude of 7000fts. where Government has started construction of RCC structure of Guru Rinpoche of 135 fts. height. The Foundation stone was laid by his Highness the 14th Dalai Lama. Helipad Helipad is located 5 kms away from town at an altitude [...]
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Places of attraction: Lachung Chu Lachung Chu is a beautiful river that emerges from the melting snow high above. The village spreads widely and encompasses both sides of the river. Lachung’s Yak lachung-village, Lachung, Sikkim, IndiaFamilies still cherish their yaks and yak herders still adhere to the age old tradition of migrating with the herd [...]
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Geyzing, the headquarters of West Sikkim District, is a beautiful town situated in the picturesque Himalayas. It is situated at an altitude of 2700 ft above sea level. Geyzing is 110 km west of Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Major tourist attractions include Pemayangtse Monastery, Tashiding Monastery, Hin Shan Gompa and Pelling (10 km) – [...]
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Aritar is located in East Sikkim, Under Rongli sub division. Aritar is 3 to 4 hours drive from Gangtok and 2 hours drive from Rongpo. Aritar Lake (a.k.a Lampokhari) is a newly developed tourist destination, where, for the first time in Sikkim, the boating facilities have been introduced. There are newly constructed viewpoints, cafeteria, lodges [...]
Sahebganj district is one of the twenty-two districts of Jharkhand state, India, and Sahebganj is the administrative headquarters of this district. The district lies approximately between 24042’ north and 25020’ north latitude and between 87025’ and 87054’ east longitude. Rajmahal, a palace located in the district was made the capital of Bengal in 1592 by [...]
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RANCHI DASSAM FALLSAbout 40 km. away from Ranchi on Tata Road falls a village named Taimara near which flows the Kanchi river, Falling from a height of about 144 feet Kanchi river makes a pretty fall called Dassam falls known as Dassam Ghagh also encircled with charming scences. The tourists are warned not to take [...]
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BHADULI (Bhadrakali):- It is 35 kms. on the East of Chatra and 16 kms. west of Chauparan connected with G.T. Road. It is only half a km. away from Bhdrakali complex of Itkhori block headquarters; situated on the bank of river Mahanad(Mahane) surrounded by hill and forest. There is a water reservoir which has a [...]
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Hazaribagh National ParkThis park is situated about 135 km. far from Ranchi. It occupies about 184 sq. km. of area. The park has Tigers, Panthers, Sambhars, Spotted Deer, Bisons and a number of Mammalian faunas. There are some towers which the tourists use to behold the beasts. A canteen is also there to cater. Canari [...]
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Shankarpur Touriest Place: It is a twin beach of Digha, which is just 14 km from it, on the Digha-Contai road. It provides all the enjoyment as that of private beaches. The beach is transfused with the casuarinas plantation. The pleasant climate of this un-spoilt beach is suitable for the casuarinas plantation. Along with the long [...]
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Digha: Digha is West Bengal’s most popular sea resort. Originally known as Beerkul, it is mentioned as the “Brighton of the East” in one of Warren Hasting’s letters (1780 AD) to his wife. In 1923, an English tourist John Frank Smith was charmed by the beauty of Digha and started living here. His writings about [...]
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Sunderbans – Places of interest Project Tiger The Tiger Reserve covering an area of 2585 sq. km. has one of the largest tiger population of any of the Indian parks, 269 Royal Bengal Tigers. Lothian Island Bird Sanctuary You can hire a country boat to reach the place famous for its White-Bellied Sea-Eagle, Black-capped kingfisher, [...]
Kolkatta Tourism Victoria Memorial This is one of India’s most beautiful monument built between 1906 and 1921 on the lines of white marble. It stands on the southern side of the maidan (ground) near Jawaharlal Nehru Road. All monuments of this memorial were designed in Italian Renaissance-Mughal style and build of white marble from Rajasthan. [...]
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Tiger Hill: Situated at an altitude of 2590 metres (8482 ft.) and 13 kms from the town, this spot has earned international fame for the magnificent view of the sunrise over “Kanchenjunga” and the great Eastern Himalayan Mountains. Even Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak, is visible from here. Batasia Loop: About 5 kms from [...]
Pawapuri Location Closer to Biharsharif, Headquarter of Nalanda Dist. Bihar Legends Salvation place of Mahavira Attraction Jal Mandir, Gaon Mandir, Samosaran, New Samosaran Tourist Tips Nearest Airport Patna Nearest Railway Station Pawapuri and Biharsharif Best Time October to March. There are five main temples in Pawapuri – the Jal Mandir, the Gaon Mandir, the Samosaran, [...]
Vikramshila Vikramshila is an ancient site located 40 km away from the Bhagalpur city of Bihar. The small town is famous for housing Vikramshila University, which was built under the guidance of Dharmapala, a Pala king of 8th century AD. Situated on top of the hills along the banks of river Ganges, the university became [...]
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Vaishali Vaishali is situated 35 Km from Hazipur and 55 km from Patna, Bihar. Tourist Attractions: Ashokan Pillar, Bawan Pokhar Temple, Buddha Stupa-I, Buddha Stupa-II, Raja Vishal ka Garh, Shanti Stupa, Kundupur, Coronation Tank. Best Buys: The city has not much to offer, but 100 km ahead is Madhubani, famous for its paintings with same [...]
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Patna Patna is the Capital of Bihar and has many tourist attractions. Gol Ghar,Patna Shershah Masjid Shershah Masjid was built by Sher Shah Suri, an Afghan chieftain, who defeated Mughal Emperor Humanyun to rule Delhi. Locally known as Shershahi, the mosque was built in 1545, making it the oldest mosque in Patna. Kumhrar Bagh Kumhrar [...]
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Rajgir just 15 kms from Nalanda is located the complex of temples and monasteries. Jarashand ka Akhara: This is the Ranbhumi where Bhima and Jarasandh fought one of the Mahabharat battles. Jivakameavan Gardens: Seat of the Royal Physician’s dispensary where Lord Buddha was once brought to have wound dressed by Jivaka, the royal physician during [...]
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Bodhgaya Bodhgaya is the holiest site for Buddhists from all over the world. Bodhgaya is the place where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Religious place Mahabodhi Temple The Mahabodi temple is in the east to the Bodhi tree. The architectural effect of the temple is excellent. The high pyramidal spire dominates the landscape. Inside the temple, [...]
Nalanda is mainly known for its university, though not in existence as of now. The Nalanda University was a flourishing center of higher learning. Other than the university which is in ruins, Nalanda has other tourist attractions that include Nalanda Museum, Buddhist Monasteries, and Nalanda Mahavihar Hieun Tsang Memorial Hall The memorial was built in [...]
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Serchhip is a town well known for its civilization in the state of Mizoram in east India. There is one thing that makes this place glow on the map of India. The factor that education is at its highest level here makes this town really proud i.e. the literacy rate here is the highest in [...]
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Peren Peren is the eleventh and the newest district of Nagaland, formed as a result of bifurcation of Kohima District. It is bounded by Assam state and Dimapur District in the west and north-western part respectively, Kohima District in the east and Manipur state in the south. Peren District is headquartered at Peren (about 1,445 [...]
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Namdapha National Park Place- Miau, Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh Best season: October to April Nearest Town: Margherita ( Tinsukia, Assam) 63 km Main attraction:Snow leopard nearly 163 Km from Dibrugarh (Assam) Mouling National Park Place Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh Best season: November to April Nearest Town: Along 30km Main attraction: Takin, Coral and Serow. This [...]
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Matabari One of the most important and much venerated attractions of Tripura is the ancient temple of Matabari or Tripurasundari located on a hilltop 3 km from Udaipur. Matabari (Mother Goddess) is regarded as one of the 51 piths (holy sites) of Hindu pilgrimage. Goddess Tripurasundari is an avtaar of Parvathi. the consort of Lord [...]
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Nongstoin Nongstoin in Meghalaya is a small town but has been in fame because of the mining of a special stone that has embroidery colors naturally within it and which is found here only. Moreover, Nongstoin is the city to have the first saw mill of Meghalaya, after which it became the main habitat of [...]
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Manas Manas is situated in Kamrup-Golapara district, on the foothills of the Himalayas south east of river Manas along the Assam- Bhutan border. The beautiful park earlier known as North Kamrup is spread over an area of 391 sq km and was declared a sanctuary on December 01, 1928. It was established as the core [...]
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Kaina is a revered place for Hindus where an idol was carved out from the trunk of a Jackfruit tree and later installed depicting Lord Vishnu (Lord Krishna). The Kaina hill is 914 meters above sea level and at distance of 29 Km from Imphal. The surroundings are serene and peaceful with lush green covering [...]
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