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| Kodaikanal is one of the most famous hill stations in India.Kodaikanal is a hill station on the southern tip of the upper Palani Hills. Kodai is also a tourist attraction, and many of the locals make their living through tourist services. Kodaikanal is sometimes referred to as "Princess of Hill stations." Tucked away among the Palani Hills in Tamilnadu, in South India, and jealously guarded like a prized jewel by the dark forests, is Kodaikanal. In fact, the name itself means ?gift of the forest? in Tamil.
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| Bundi is a small town near Kota. Bundi was the capital of Hadoti region. Bundi is 36 km from Kota is and is one of the unexplored cities with a rich historical wealth. Once a part of Kota, it was ruled by the Had Chauhans- an offshoots of the famous Chauhan clan who ruled Delhi and Ajmer.
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| Mahabalipuram, or Mamallapuram, was the chief seaport of the Pallavas who ruled most portions of South India from the first century B.C to the eighth century A.D., and it is now recognized as the site of some of the greatest architectural and sculptural achievements in India. Tourists are drawn to this place by its miles of unspoiled beach and rock-cut art.
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| Konark Sun Temple is located , in the state of Orissa near the sacred city of Puri. The sun Temple of Konark is dedicated to the sun God or Surya.
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| Puri, on the east coast of India, in the state of Orissa is a hoary pilgrimage center, enshrining Jagannath, in a colossal temple. Puri is well connected by rail and road with Calcutta and with Bhubaneshwar. Puri is an ancient shrine, enshrining Krishna - Jagannath in the form of a wooden image.
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| Maithan Dam is 52 km from Dhanbad. Maithon can also be translated as "Mother's Abode". Maithon has the biggest reservoir in the Damodar valley Corporation. This dam, designed for flood control, has been built on the Barakar river. It has a unique underground power station which is first of its kind in S.E. Asia. Just a little away from the dam lies an ancient temple at Kalyaneshwari.
The lake at Maithon is spread over an area of 65 sq.
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| The State of Jharkhand came into existence on 15th November 2000 as the 28th state of India. Its name originates from “ Jhar “ which means bushes and became popular during the British period. Earlier, majority of its area was called Chota Nagpur which takes its origin from the land of Nagwanshis and find their description right from the Indus Valley Civilization.
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| Palace on Wheels is a royal experience, a journey that is much more than a luxury train ride. Palace on Wheels epitomizes the rich Indian heritage and journeys through one of the most exotic regions in the world - Dazzling Delhi, Amazing Agra, and specially Royal Rajasthan. Pamper yourself with royalty unlimited. Where else can you relax in comfort and witness exotic India passing by.
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| Mount Abu is situated in southwest end of Rajasthan. Mount Abu is the only hill station in Rajasthan, Mount Abu is more than just a summer retreat.
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| Periyar is a protected area, and a Project Tiger reserve in the South Indian State of Kerala. Periyar Tiger Reserve is one of the 27 tiger reserves in India. Periyar Tiger Reserve is located in the Western Ghats in Idukki District of the Kerala state in India.
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| Chilka Lake (also Chilika Lake) is a brackish water coastal lake in India's Orissa state, south of the mouth of the Mahanadi River.
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| Pawapuri, or Apapuri, 38 kilometers from Rajgir and 101 kilometers from Patna, all sins end for a devout Jain. Lord Mahavira, the final Tirthankar and founder of Jainism, breathed his last at this place, and was cremated here around 500 B.C. It is said that the demand for his ashes was so great that a large amount of soil was removed from around the funeral pyre, creating the water tank.
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| SOMNATH
Chandra Devan worshipped Siva at this spot to rid himself of the curse of Daksha.
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| The Valmiki National Park (335sq km) has been created amidst 544sq km of the Valmiki Sanctuary in the West Champaran district of Bihar, bordering Nepal. The magnificent Himalayas provide a backdrop to the sanctuary. Adjacent to the sanctuary, in the forests of Nepal, is the historic Valmiki Ashram in the Chitwan National Park of Nepal.
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| BodhGaya is a city in Gaya district in the Indian state of Bihar. It is famous for being the place of Buddha's attainment of Enlightenment.
For Buddhists, Bodh Gaya is the most important of the main four pilgrimage sites related to the life of Gautama Buddha, the other three being Kushinagar, Lumbini, and Sarnath.
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Vaishali has a past that pre-dates recorded history. It is held that the town derives its name from King Vishal, whose heroic deeds are narrated in the Hindu epic Ramayana.However, history records that around the time Pataliputra was the centre of political activity in the Gangetic plains, Vaishali came into existence as centre of the Ganga, it was the seat of the Republic of Vajji.
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| Experience the most exotic holiday in India at Kerala's beautiful Kovalam beach. The best beach holiday with sun, sand, surf and sea. The paradise of South India is the destination for your unforgettable holiday.
Beaches cannot be more beautiful…nor can the holidays be more wholesome and right! Shimmering silver sands, palm fringed beaches and boundless blue waters come together for you to give you an exquisite experience and sense of well-being.
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| Allepey offers a typical cuisine of Kerala with delectable dishes like the pearlspots. The combination of the soft sands, smiling sun and an azure blue will leave you with many golden memories of this trip. Participate in the annual boat races, which are welcomed as festivals of the backwaters. Get enticed by the colorful water processions, spectacular water floats and beautifully decorated boats. The land of lakes and lagoons is the place to be at this holiday. Take a dip in the Nature's very own swimming pool and catch your own fish.
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