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India is known world over for its million Gods and Goddesses, each having their own mythological story justifying reverence from their countless devotees. It is for the very same reason our country is home to an astoundingly large number of…

Auli, a small hill station in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, is a ski lover’s paradise. Unlike other hill stations of the state, Auli is not spread across a very large area. In fact, the skiing area of Auli is only about 5-7 km.…

Tucked in between the snow-clad Himalayan ranges, Dhanaulti is a small hill station near the popular hill town of Uttarakhand, Mussoorie. Its proximity to the National Capital and several other popular places in Uttarakhand have made…

The Royal state of Rajasthan is synonymous with vibrant culture and heartfelt hospitality among travel enthusiasts around the world. The state is known for its rich history and culture along with its remarkable natural beauty. But, there is…

If you are a horror aficionado or simply have a taste for thrills, you must’ve heard about the infamous Bhangarh Fort. Located in the Alwar district of Rajasthan, the imposing Bhangarh Fort is deemed as one of the most haunted places in…

Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, lies in the middle of the Heritage Arc. This bustling city, famed for its Nawabi era finesse and amazing food, is a unique mix of the ancient and the modern. It is home to extraordinary monuments…

More often than not considered to be a transit point on the way to popular destinations such as Kausani, Jageshwar, and Binsar, Almora has a charm of its own that is inescapable. The second largest town of Uttarakhand, Almora is home of…

A well-kept cantonment area of Pauri Garhwal district, Lansdowne is a relatively virgin hill town of the otherwise thoroughly explored and crowded state of Uttarakhand. Lansdowne is located on the Kotdwar-Pauri road and its civic…

Snuggled amidst the mighty Himalayas, Mussoorie, a breathtakingly beautiful hill town in Uttarakhand, is unquestionably the queen of hill stations. Located in the foothills of Garhwal Himalayan range, Mussoorie offers a picturesque view of…

Based in the Naini Hills of Kumaon region, the Himalayan resort town of Uttarakhand is both picturesque and contemporary, unlike other destinations in the state. Nainital is surrounded by tall pine trees and is divided into two parts by the…

Pretty as a picture, Valley of Flowers is one of those destinations in India that give a stiff competition to many foreign places. Located in the West Himalayas, the Valley of Flowers National Park has a rich flora and is home to some rare…

Set on the banks of a beautiful lake, Pushkar is a small town located in the Ajmer district of Rajasthan. A special place of worship for Hindu and Sikh devotees, the small town of Pushkar sees a variety of tourists. From Hindu pilgrims to…

Founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan, lies on the edge of the Thar desert and is surrounded by the Aravalli Hills. Unarguably one of the most beautiful ancient cities of India, Jaipur was built with…

About 150 km south from Delhi is the city of Alwar, which without any doubt can be called the hidden gem of Rajasthan. Most travelers have known the city for being home to Bhangarh, one of the most haunted places in the country. But, what…

Named after its founder king Jaisal Singh, Jaisalmer is a small town located in the heart of the Thar Desert in Rajasthan. The town of Jaisalmer has been built to the East and the North of the famous Jaisalmer fort which crowns the city.…

On the banks of river Berach lies the Chittorgarh city of Rajasthan that has been an epitome of valor and courage since time immemorial. Home to the gigantic Chittorgarh Fort, the city has been named after its most striking structure. The…

Bikaner, the fourth largest city of Rajasthan, is located in the northwest of the state. It is at the apex of the triangle which it forms with other two desert cities of Rajasthan, Jaisalmer, and Jodhpur. Founded and built by the Rathores,…

Jodhpur, the second largest city of Rajasthan, is an assemblage of fine architecture, bright colors and an interesting history. However, the most predominant thing about that city is the color blue which covers a major portion of the city.…

The presence of a hill station in Rajasthan, desert state of India, leaves many travelers intrigued. After all, it means something really special to be a gorgeous hilly area set in a state known for its desert and hot climate. The only hill…

Nestled in the heart of the Himalayas gives every part of Uttarakhand the privilege of being home to spectacular views of the mighty mountains and its peaks. But, what sets Chandrashila apart from all the other places in the state is its…

The highest Gurudwara in the world, Hemkund Sahib is a popular Sikh pilgrim site located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. Located at a height of 14,202 ft, Hemkund Sahib has a glacial lake and is surrounded by mountains on all sides,…

Kedarnath, the third stop of the holy Char Dham Yatra, is one of the most important pilgrim destinations for Hindus all over the world. Located in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, Kedarnath is set in the lap of Garhwal Himalayan range…

The Southern counterpart of Kashmir Valley, Munnar is a hill town located in Kerala’s Western Ghats mountain range. Home to huge tea plantations and picturesque locations, Munnar has been a  considerably popular tourist destination among…

Rowing through the Naini Lake, riding the ropeway and admiring the scenic Tals—that’s pretty much how a tourist would plan out their trip to Nainital. However, what’s missing in this mainstream itinerary is enjoying the roads less travelled…

Named after the man who founded it, the Jim Corbett National Park is nestled in the foothills of Himalayas and is an exquisite forested wildlife sanctuary in Uttarakhand. The sanctuary has a wide range of flora and fauna and it has…

Allahabad is one of the oldest cities in India. It is crowned in ancient scriptures as ‘Prayag’, ‘Prayagraj’ or ‘Teertharaj’ and is considered the holiest of pilgrimage centres of India. It is situated at the confluence of three rivers-…

Cradled in the Aravali ranges, The City of Udaipur is a popular destination in Rajasthan known for its history, culture, scenic locations, beautiful roads and Rajput-era palaces. Adorned by a network of freshwater lakes and dotted with…