Destinations
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The early sea-farers to Pondicherry were guided by a beacon kept burning on the Red Hills (Gorimedu), about 5 kms west of the town. The now-abandoned light house standing on the edge of the sea near the Place Du Gouvernement was lighted for the first time on 1 July, 1836. The light was placed upon a masonry tower, 29 m above sea level and was visible upto a distance of 29 kms into the sea. In...
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A cluster of Hindu and Jain temples, remarkable for their skilful use of varied architectural modes.
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Aaiyappa Mandir is situated in Sector-5 of Bokaro. This is a prominent place for religious, cultural and social events organised by the people belonging to Southern India. The temple features idols of Lord Aaiyyappa, Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva and many other Gods and Goddesses.
Inaugurated on 11th July 1983, the temple is managed by the Ayyappa Seva Sangham of Bokaro. Every year Prana Pratishta...
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Aalangudi Temple: The Aalangudi temple is the abode of Lord Guru and is located in the district of Thanjavur. Lord Shiva consumed the deadly poison Alavisham in this place and hence the name Aalangudi. In this temple the deity faces the South direction as he is the Lord of Dhanusu and Meena Rasi.
It is auspicious to conduct poojas on all Thursdays apart from daily poojas and the offerings that...
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Aaloo Khet (Potato Farm) is a Government Potato Farm, also a popular sunrise view point.
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Aarupadaiveedu Temple: There are innumerable temples for the Lord Muruga in Tamilnadu, but Aarupadaiveedus literally means six fighting fields, the six highly revered shrines of Lord Muruga, are considered as most important. The deities in these six well known temples shows different stages in Lord Muruga's life, to narrate in Palani near Madurai, Muruga as Dhandaayutapani, an angry child, in...
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Aazhiyaar Dam (Aaleeyaar Dam): The Aazhiyaar dam is situated in outstrip of 24 km from Pollachi in Coimbatore district. The Aazhiyaar dam was built during the period of 1959 to 1969 across the river Aazhiyaar. The ultimate objective of constructing this dam is for irrigation. The dam comprises several dams getting interlinked by tunnels and canals for restraining Aliyar, Sholiyar, Nirar,...
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Located near to Madikeri, the main attraction of Madikeri, Abbey Falls is a breathtaking waterfall where the Kaveri river cascades down a rockface from a height of 70 feet. A hanging bridge has now been built across the gorge here offering a good view of the falls.
The falls can be reached by a narrow road from Madikeri. Cars can reach the entrance of these falls from where a downhill walk of...
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Located near to Madikeri, the main attraction of Madikeri, Abbey Falls is a breathtaking waterfall where the Kaveri river cascades down a rockface from a height of 70 feet. A hanging bridge has now been built across the gorge here offering a good view of the falls.
The falls can be reached by a narrow road from Madikeri. Cars can reach the entrance of these falls from where a downhill walk of...
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At the end of the cricket pitch is a church where the founder of Abbott Mount, John Abbott is buried. A memorial has been erected in his honor here.
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Abbott Mount cottage is a colonial style lodge which offers four rooms with a kitchen and an independent toilet. The place has a picturesque church which is set among the forests and it offers excellent Himalayan views and is perfect for birding, nature treks and has an old cricket pitch with amazing views of the mountains.
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A shrine of Bohra Muslims saint, a large numbers of Bohra Muslims visit this place during Urs from different parts of the world every year.
Situated in the southern part of the city is the Dargah of Abdul Rasul which is known as the "Abdulla Pir". Every year "Urs" is held at the Dargah and its very popular with the masses. The people of the Bohara community take part in it in large numbers.
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The tomb of Abdullah Khan is noteworthy for its simplicity and elegance. This tomb in glittering white marble stands as a magnificient memoir. Situated in a strategic location, this tomb is constructed by the Sayyid brothers as a memoir of their late father. This marvelous marble structure is erected on an elevated platform that can be ascended through four steps. A plain rectangular construction...
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Abhaya Anjaneya Temple: A temple of comparatively recent origin, Sri Abhaya Anjaneya temple at Seethammadhara is constructed in the year 1998. Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, this temple is under the control of the trust presided by its founder. The glittering marble floor, tidy walls with delicately carved images of various 'deities make a visitor to the temple spellbound.
One among the awesome...
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Abhayapuri is a small town situated in the Bongaigaon District on the National Highway 31. Located at a distance of around 200 km west of Guwahati, this town is covered with forests and hills.
It served as the capital of the ancient Bijni Kingdom, which was ruled by King Bijit Narayan alias Chandra Narayan. This ancient town was ruled by various kings like Joy Narayan, Shiv Narayan, Bijoy...
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Abhimugesvarar Temple: Sri Abhimukeswarar Temple with the prime deity facing the west is a renowned temple in the temple town of Kumbakonam. It is a highly revered shrine with the prime deity as Lord Abimukeshwar (an aesthetic form of Lord Shiva). The temple also houses Goddess Amudhavally, the consort of Lord Abhimukeswara.
The temple structure shows the brilliance of ancient South Indian...
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Coronation Tank, also called Abhishek Pushkarni held a very important position in century old Vaishali. The water of Coronation Tank during that period was considered to be holy and sacred. Thus it was used for anointing Vaishali's elected representatives before they were sworn in to their respected positions. The Lichchavi stupa was located near here. The stone casket of the sacred ashes of Lord...
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Ashram of Sharisha Ramakrishna Mission is a popular spot for pilgrims. Located near Diamond Harbour on the banks of Hooghly River, the ashram is a popular pilgrimage centre.
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