[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Blackbuck National Park at Velavadar is situated in the Bhavnagar District of Gujarat state, India. Velavadar National Park was formerly the private grassland of the Maharaja of Bhavnagar, where he would hunt blackbucks with his famous hunting cheetahs. Today, the blackbuck is considerably more endangered, and so is protected[…]
Places to Visit in Uttarakhand
Temples Uttarakhand has long been called “Land of the Gods” as the state has some of the holiest Hindu shrines, and for more than a thousand years, pilgrims have been visiting the region in the hopes of salvation and purification from sin. Badrinath Temple Mansa Devi Temple, Haridwar Chandi Devi Maya[…]
Khonoma Village Nature and Wildlife Sanctuary
Khonoma village is located about 20 km from the state capital, Kohima. The village, referred to as Khwunoria (named after the Angami term for a local plant, Glouthera fragrantisima), is estimated to be around 700 years old and is spread over an area of 123sq.km. The total population of the[…]
Glimpse of the World’s Largest Dance Festival- Navratri
It is the month of October and the remaining part of the year is full of festivals in India. It will start from Navratri and end with Christmas. As Navratri festival has already begun I want to share a little glimpse of vibrant, energy driven and long awaited festival. Navratri[…]
Places to Visit in Jammu & Kashmir
Dal Lake Dal Lake is a lake in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is named the “Jewel in the crown of Kashmir” or “Srinagar’s Jewel”. Nishat Bagh Nishat[…]
Arts and Crafts in Nagaland
The arts and crafts of Nagaland are inseperable for they are mostly associated despite their utilitarian aspects, with socio-religious rituals and ceremonies. Pottery Making Wood Carving Log-drums Blacksmithy Metal Work Ornaments Embroidry Crafts
Major wildlife sanctuaries and reserves of Andhra Pradesh
Alisagar Deer Park Alisagar Deer Park is located in Nizamabad district of Andhra Pradesh. The Nizam constructed the Alisagar reservoir in 1931. Flanked by natural hillocks and lovely flower gardens, the lake and its surroundings are rich in scenic beauty. Near the reservoir is situated the Alisagar Deer Park, which[…]
Festivals in Orissa
Fairs & Festivals in Odisha (Orissa) – With numerous religions, ancient temples, local shrines, tribes and an array of sacred places, Odisha (Orissa) observes uncountable number of festivals and fairs round the year. Kalinga Mahotsava Kalinga Mahotsav or the National Festival of Martial Dance is celebrated to pay tribute to[…]
Festivals of Lakshadweep
Majority of the population residing in Lakshadweep follows Islam. So it is during the Muslim festivals that Lakshadweep islands is at its most exuberant and colorful. Though many tribal festivals are also celebrated here, their celebrations are not as visible as those of Ids that are celebrated here. The best[…]
9 Best Beaches in Andhra Pradesh
Yarada Beach: The Yarada beach of Andhra Pradesh is a beauty! It is about 15 kilometers away from Visakhapatnam and is one of the best beaches to be seen in this coastal region. This place would be great for those who would like to learn more about Andhra Pradesh’s culture,[…]