Kerala

Kerala, popularly known as God’s own country, is considered the most beautiful states of India. Situated in southern part of India, Kerala shares its western boundary with the Arabian Sea. Kerala has an extensive history of contact with the outside world. Even today in Kochi you will find a small community, who are the descendants of Jewish settlers who fled from Palestine 2,000 years ago. Long before Vasco da Gama led the Portuguese to India, Kerala had been known to the Phoenician who came in search of spices, sandalwood and ivory. Kerala was not only a spice country, but also a transshipment point from the Moluccas. The Arabs and Chines also made their mark on Kerala and fishermen of the Kochi still use Chinese Fishing nets.

Present day state of Kerala was formed in 1956 from Travancore, Cochin and Malabar, that was earlier part of Madras estate. Trivandrum is the state capital city, while other important cities are Alleppey, Kovalam, Kozhikode and Kochin. Blessed with natural gifts like backwaters, beaches, hill stations, lakes and streams, wildlife, Kerala draws thousands of tourists from various parts of the globe.

For visitors Kerala offers one of the best beaches in India at Kovalam, a rich and varied wildlife collection at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and beautiful hill station of Munnar. Perhaps more that any place in India, Kerala offers plenty of leisure options to the visitors. A backwater trips along the coastal lagoons and a walk along the spice plantation of western ghats provide once in a lifetime experience to tourists..............

For more info visit :

http://keralawonders.blogspot.com

http://keralabackwaters1.blogspot.com

http://blogs.ibibo.com/destinationkeralablog

http://blogs.ibibo.com/keralabeaches

http://blogs.ibibo.com/periyarwildlifesanctuaryblog

http://blogs.ibibo.com/nehrutrophyboatraceblog

http://blogs.ibibo.com/onamfestival

http://harshitaindia.wordpress.com/2007/06/13/munnar-sojourn/

http://festivals-events.blogspot.com/2007/07/nehru-trophy-boat-race.html

Rajasthan

India's desert state, Rajasthan is a kaleidoscope of colours, a delightful mix of sights and sounds, culture and craft, forts and palaces, colourful bazaars and so many god gifted sights. Besides, vibrant event such as the Pushkar Camel Fair and Desert Festival of Jaisalmer, lure millions of tourists to the state from every nook and corner of the world. Rajasthan is also known for its royal monuments like the City Palace (Jaipur), Hawa Mahal (Jaipur), Amber Fort (Jaipur), City Palace (Udaipur), Mehrangarh Fort (Jodhpur), Jaisalmer Fort, Junagarh Fort (Bikaner) etc. that take you back to a bygone era.

Rajasthan, the largest state of India in terms of area, spread over an area of 342, 239 sq. kms. Rajasthan encompasses most of the area of the Great Indian Thar Desert and shares boundaries with the state of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab and with the neigbouring country of Pakistan. Jaipur is the state capita, while other important cities inlcude Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bikaner and Ajmer. Despite desert terrain, Rajasthan provides shelter to a variety of faunal and floral species. You can see a variety of wildllife in national parks and sanctuaries like Ranthambore, Sariska and Keoladeo (Bharatpur) National Park.

On the whole, any trip to Rajasthan is both unparalleled and unforgettable experience, so visit Rajasthan and discover its desert terrain on your own.

For more info on Rajasthan visit :

http://triptorajasthan.blogspot.com/
http://jaipurpinkcity.blogspot.com/

http://triptojaisalmer.blogspot.com/

http://legendaryjodhpur.blogspot.com

http://somepleasantmomentsofudaipur.blogspot.com

http://ajmer-asacredcity.blogspot.com/

http://bikanermoments.blogspot.com/

Delhi

Delhi, the capital of India is India's second-largest metropils after Mumbai, Delhi has the political status of a federally administered Union Territory known as the National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT). Spread over an area of 1,483 sq.kms, Delhi has a population of above 13 million. Geographicaly Delhi has a extreme type of climate, winters are very cold while the summers remain extremely hot.

Delhi has been divided into two parts Old Delhi and New Delhi and comprises nine districts namely New Delhi, Central Delhi, North Delhi, North East Delhi, East Delhi, South Delhi, South West Delhi, West Delhi and North West Delhi. Established by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, Old Delhi is now a maze of crowded streets and enchanting colourful bazaars. Built by Shah Jahan, Red Fort and Jama Masjid, are the highlights of Old Delhi. Where as New Delhi also referred as Lutyens's Delhi is home to the President Palace, India Gate and the Parliament House.

Delhi is a bustling metropolis and it offers an interesting blend of fast paced modernisation and carefully preserved anituity. For tourists Delhi is an important gateway to India and it allows easy access to the rest of the country by road, rail and air. Delhi location is also one of the prime reasons for foreign rulers to have repeatedly chosen Delhi as their seat of power. Starting with the Slave Dynasty in the 12th century through the Mughal rule, upto the British Raj, Delhi has witnessed so many rulers and also enjoyed the prosperity under various rulers.

Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Old Fort etc. all stand testimony to a glorious past. Apart from its old attractions, Delhi's high rise apartments and concrete flyovers interspersed with well managed gardens, shopping malls and lively bazaars and multiplex theaters which will certainly amaze you.


For More info on Delhi visit following links :

http://new-delhi-india1.blogspot.com/

http://blogs.bootsnall.com/mdmudassiralam/?p=2

http://footstops.com/mdmudassiralam/blog/1586/

http://www.travelblog.org/bloggers/somak

Buddha, Buddhism And India

Lord Buddha was a prince by birth. He was married to princess Yashodhara and even had a son by the name of Rahula. But he abandoned everything to seek enlightenment. He was successful in his endeavour and went on to preach his sermons for next many years.

For more info visit :

http://buddha-buddhism-india.blogspot.com/

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib - Delhi

How much can the skyscraper shopping malls of Delhi fetch you? I doubt if they can offer you peace and solace of the same degree as a holy spot can. Register your visit to Gurudwara Bangla Sahib located in New Delhi, which is one of the most revered pilgrimage destinations for Hindu and Sikhs.

For more info visit :

http://banglasahib.blogspot.com/

Taj Mahal - Should Taj Be the Only One

Taj Mahal has always been in news for something or the other. Being one of the most attractive tourist attractions of India it bounds to garner attention of travellers and intellectuals round the globe. In th year 2007, zillions of Taj lovers voted day and night to bring the edifice into the Seven Wonders but what remains at the backend of my mind - Is TAJ really that great?..........

For more info visit :

http://why-taj-mahal.blogspot.com/

North East India

Best known as the Seven Sisters, North-East India comprises of eight beautiful Indian states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Manipur, Sikkim and Tripura. Naturally very affluent, the entire region is prompt in offering wide scope of tourism.

For more info visit :

http://paradise-northeastindia.blogspot.com/

Nalanda : Will The Gone Glory Revisit?

Among the several incidence I walked upon the unroofed rooms of ruinings of Nalanda University, the one I can recall most vividly take me more than a dozen year back. As the complex of ruined university is close to a small village, Bargaon, whose Sun Temple and believed-to-be a holy lake call thousands of devotees from all over the state, for persons living in nearby districts of Nalanda.......

For more info visit :

http://our-creative-space.blogspot.com/2007/07/nalanda-will-gone-glory-revisit.html

Things to See in India

India is a maverick joint where myriad attractions dots the landscape. Some renowned tourist attractions of India include Taj Mahal - one of the seven wonders of the world, Khajuraho temples known for their erotic sculptures. So visit India and DISCOVER its mystic charm on your own.........

For more info visit :

http://thingstoseeinindia.blogspot.com/

Munnar Hill Station, Kerala

For those who just love the scenic beauty and environs of the hilly areas, a visit to Munnar in Kerala, India is inevitable. Munnar is Kerala’s premier hill station and is located in the Idukki district at an altitude of 5000 feet. From Kochi, it is just 135 km away in the north east direction and can be reached within four hours.

For more info visit :

http://harshitaindia.wordpress.com/2007/06/13/munnar-sojourn/