A town of Tamil Nadu, a French colony with villas that spellbinds everyone with architecture. Locals call it Pondy. It was the French Capital of India, situated along the Bay of Bengal. It remained a harmonious amalgamation of Tamil, French, and English cultures. The culture & architecture of the town offer a masterpiece. Among explorers…
The Cerf Island Resort is one of the Seychelles’ best-kept secrets. This resort makes a conscious effort to remain affordable while maintaining standards of luxury you’d expect elsewhere. It is the island’s most luxurious accommodation and can be recommended for any couple looking for a quiet, tropical hideout. Itinerary 5 Days Vacation Day 1 : Arrival…
Rajmachi Fort is one of the rugged historical forts situated on the hills of Sahyadri ranges at an altitude of 3000 ft above the sea level with two strongholds, Manaranjan and Shrivardhan. The Fort is visible from Mumbai-Pune Expressway. History of Rajmachi Fort – In 1657, Raje Shivaji captured Rajmachi with other significant forts from…
Built in 1534, it once worked as a centre of operation till 1739. The Portuguese decided to keep Bassein as the main base. Bassein is one of the well-known sea forts which remained under Portuguese since 16th century. It is located on Vasai Road which still remains one of the oldest sights found in suburban Mumbai…
Vietnam Vacation Itinerary – Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi Day 1 : Arrival at Hanoi – Meet the guide at the airport. Transfer to your preffered mode of accommodation. Visit Ngoc Son Temple & quarters of old Hanoi. Day 2 : Excursion to Ninh Bing – Visit temples of Ninh Binh & Tam Coc…
Pratapgad is at 15 km from Poladpur and 14 miles west of- Mahabaleshwar, a well-known hill station. The fort is at 3,540 ft, built on a spur that overlooks the road in between the villages of Par and Kinesvar. Raje Shivaji commissioned Moropant Trimbak Pingle as his prime minister, who undertook the construction to defend….
Rock cut caves of Jogighopa in Bongaigaon are some of the magnificent wonders belonging to Salathambha period. Remains of five rock – cut caves on the banks of Brahmaputra is a distinct rock carved structures of Assam. The art of caves shows patterns which were chiefly practiced on the western part of Indian Sub-continent. Specifications of Rock Cut CavesThe Archaeological Survey of India…
Hanoi with Halong Bay Cruise Itinerary – Day 1 : Arrival in Hanoi On your first day, airport transfers to your stay will be arranged. Spend this day at rest. Day 2 : Hanoi excursion Go for a full-day sightseeing of Hanoi, visit Ho Chi Minh Museum. Watch different aspects of Hanoi’s architecture and all…
During autumn, on the bank of Pahumara river in Bajali, thousands assemble for a traditional Assamese boat race at a spot called Medhikuchi. Many audiences from around the region witness a rare competition on the eve of Dashami. Six hundred meters is fixed for this competition as a distance for finishing line. The race begins…
Wildlife Safari Overview Itinerary – Botswana Safari Honeymoon in Botswana with views of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. African safari for newly married couples seeking holiday from a wide range of stunning wildlife safari at African continent, like Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park in Botswana & Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Botswana is among Africa’s top destinations, high concentration…
Yen Tu Pagoda Zen atmosphere of Yen Tu is at the Yen Tu mountain peak, overlooking forests of Hanoi and Halong Bay, 110 km of capital. A 280,000 VND ticket is a way for exploring this pagoda. Exploring Yen Tu A best way is Dong Trieu-Cam Pha bus – Uong Bi. To get there, get…
House of wealth was the name given by Muhammad-bin-Tughluq in 1327, to Daulatabad in Deccan in Indian subcontinent. The ancient name being Devagiri or Deogiri, meaning Hill of Gods was under Yadavas who ruled under Chalukyas in Nasik. Bhillama V, a Yadav ruler had many campaigns against the Hoysalas, Paramaras & Chalukyas. They founded Deogiri…
Sonori Fort or Malhargad is a beautiful hilltop fortress found on the Shyadri Ranges in Maharashtra. This fortress served as a strong fort for the Marathas, Lord Malhar is present here & is considered holy. It is close to Saswad at Sonori, almost 2 km of Kalewadi at Pune, India. This served as a unique…
A 17th CE. military fortification at Junnar, Pune. Shivneri was the birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Shivneri was a region under Buddhist dominion from around 1st century AD. The caves, rock-cut architecture and water system indicate presence of human life from 1st CE. It oversees a trading path. The area was controlled under Bahmani Sultanate…
An archaeological museum exhibiting collection of country’s artefacts. The site remains open from 9.00 – 17:00, except on Mondays. Krishnapuram is 47 km away from Alappuzha, 2 – 3 km from Kayamkulam railway station. Kerala has royal palaces that were erstwhile princely domains. Krishnapuram Palace is among these palaces, a palace close to Sree Krishnaswamy. History…