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Wednesday, 11 July 2012

Manali Sightseeing

Manali Local Sightseeing HADIMBA TEMPLE: Manali has many attractions but the chief centre of interest, historically and archeologically, is undoubtedly the DHOONGRI TEMPLE dedicated to goddess Hadimba, the Bhim of Mahabharat fame. It has four-tiered Pagoda shaped roof and the doorway is carved with legendary figures and symbols. This temple located amidst wooden forest of deodar is about 2.5 kms. from the tourist office. It is a pleasant...

Friday, 29 June 2012

Jaipur Tour

HAWA MAHAL: Built in 1799, by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, is the most recognizable monument of Jaipur. The 5 storied stunning semi-octagonal monument having 152 windows with over hanging latticed balconies is a fine piece of Rajput architecture. Originally designed for the royal ladies to watch and enjoy the processions and other activities, on the street below. Now it houses a well laid out museum. The display “Jaipur past and present” is the...

Haridwar Rishikesh Tour

Haridwar Rishikesh Tour Destination: Delhi - Haridwar – Rishikesh - Delhi The gateway of Gods, Haridwar is undoubtedly a kaleidoscope of Indian civilization and culture. Being blessed by the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh Haridwar holds immense significance for a devout Hindu. The numerous temples dedicated to a host of Hindu gods and goddess is a major puller for the pilgrims. Haridwar also happens to be an ancient shakteepeeth thus again...

Thursday, 14 June 2012

Do Dham Yatra - Yamunotri and Gangotri

Do Dham Yatra - Yamunotri and Gangotri Distance: Delhi- Yamunotri- Gangotri- Rishikesh-Haridwar-Delhi YAMUNOTRI TEMPLE - The Yamunotri Temple is the major attraction of this place. Built in the 19th century by Maharani Gularia of Jaipur, the temple was destroyed twice. The first time it was destroyed by a major earthquake in 1923. It was subsequently rebuilt only to be damaged again in 1982. The temple is dedicated to Yamuna, a river considered...

Do Dham Yatra - Kedarnath and Badrinath

Do Dham Yatra - Kedarnath and Badrinath Distance: Delhi Haridwar - Rishikesh - Badrinath - Kedarnath - Delhi BADRINATH TEMPLE - Badrinath temple is the main attraction of Badrinath. The present temple here was built by Adiguru Sri Shankaracharya in the 8th century. But, according to local belief, the temple stands on the site of an earlier temple which was later rebuilt by the Garhwal kings. The temple is divided into three parts—the Garbhagriha...