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Abbott Mount is a hill resort offerring panoramic views of Nepal and the snow-capped Himalayan peaks, from Gangotri cliff to the Dhaulagiri range. Apart from its Himalayan surroundings, the destination offers a variety of walkways and trails amidst the pine and deodar forests, with the view of various kinds of exotic Himalayan birds and butterflies.
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Abhaneri is a village being home to an unheralded architectural jewel and one of the most beautiful step wells (Baori) in Rajasthan and India.
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Adilabad, known as Ethlabad in the earlier times, is a historic land that has been ruled by different dynasties for centuries. It is sited on the northern borders of the state, where Indian rivers like Godavari, Penganga and Wardha move across its expanse and makes it a perfect tourist destination nestled in the lap of nature. The tourists can explore gushing waterfalls, invigorating rivers and...
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Agartala, situated on the banks of Haroa river, is a mini storehouse of rich cultural diversity due to the city's physical proximity with the Indo-Bangladesh border. Its pristine beauty manifests itself in its peaceful gardens, stunning palaces, huge hills, beautiful temples and captivating lakes. The town is known for its cultural and historical worth that is visible when one sees the bright...
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Agra, situated on the west bank of River Yamuna, is heritage city most famous tourist destination, flourished during the reign of the Mughals - notably under Emperor Akbar and subsequently under Emperor Shah Jahan - from 1526 to 1658. The architectural splendor of the city is reflected in the glorious monuments of medieval India built by great Mughals who ruled India for more than 300 years....
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Ahmedabad, often described as the Manchester of the East being the textile city of the state, is the largest city located on the banks of the river Sabarmati. It is a city with mix of rich tradition and modern feel, famous for the Navaratri festival and ‘Uttarayan’ (an annual kite-flying festival on Makar Sankranti). It provides a unique blend of Hindu and Islamic architecture; the Ahmedabad city...
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Aihole, situated on the banks of river Malaprabha, is a temple city comprises 100 of temples scattered in the city with superb architectures and sculptures. The prominent group of temples in Aihole is the Kontigudi group and the Galaganatha group of temples, although historians have divided the temples in 22 groups. The Kontigudi group of Aihole is a set of three temples consisting of the Lad...
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Aizawl, popularly known as "the home of the highlanders", is the largest city as well as the capital of the state of Mizoram. The town is blessed with exotic natural beauty: perched on high hills with an endless variety of landscape, hilly terrains, meandering streams, deep gorges, and a rich wealth of flora and fauna. Aizawl is inhabited mainly by the Mizo tribal people, who have a distinctive...
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Ajmer is a historical region in central Rajasthan, a central part of a big Chauhan empire in 11-12th centuries. It is famous as a pilgrim place and houses the Dargah or tomb of the popular 13th-century, Sufi Saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chisti. Millions of pilgrims from all over the world throng Ajmer to attend the death anniversary of the great saint every year. The city also boasts of a...
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Akashiganga is an important pilgrimage center and the place is said to be associated with the legend of Sati. The place also offers a beautiful view of the Brahmaputra flowing far way.
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Alandi, also known as Devachi Alandi - God's place, is mainly known for housing the samadhi of Sant Dnyaneshwar, a popular saint of Maharashtra. The city also serves as the venue of the Palakhi festival, celebrated every year in the month of Ashadh.
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Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey, is one of the exotic backwater sites with beautiful blue lagoons, canals, backwaters and beaches. It lies between the cities of Cochin and Trivandrum. It was entitled as the 'Venice of the East' by Lord Curzon because of its large network of canals passing through the heart of the city.
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Alibag or Alibaug is a coastal town in the the Konkan region, servers as the gateway to many beaches ahead like Akshi Beach, Nagaon Beach, Kihim Beach, versoli Beach etc. The town and its surrounding villages are the historic hinterland of Bene Israeli Jews and there is a synagogue in the "Israel Ali" area of the town. The town is also a frequent getaway for people in Mumbai owing to its...
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Aligarh is mostly known as a university town where the famous Aligarh Muslim University is located. It is popularly known as the 'Mecca of Education'. It is must for both casual visitors as well as researchers who want to trace origin of Nationalist movement in India. The city is an important center for Brass Hardware and sculptures as well.
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Alipurduar, original name was Alipur meaning the place where Ali leaved, is situated on the north bank of Kaljani River on the foothills of the Himalayas. The town is a gateway to Bhutan and North Eastern states of India and is located in Dooars region, known for its forest, wildlife, timber and scenic beauty, since the colonial period. The town is surrounded by deep forest and tea garden and...
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Allahabad, also known as Prayag, is situated on an inland peninsula, surrounded by the rivers Ganga and Yamuna on three sides, with only one side connected to the mainland. This is significant in Hindu scriptures for it is situated at the confluence, known as Triveni Sangam, of the holy rivers. It is one of four sites of the Kumbh Mela, held once every 12 years. Legend has it that Lord Brahma...
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Almora is a quaint town full of life, with a prosperous cultural inheritance and history and believed to be the ‘Artistic Capital’ of the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. It is a fine blend of mountain beauty; ancient cultural influences, sanctified spots, thickly wooded forests, scenic valleys, quaint cottages, crystal lakes and gushing rivers and thus call the 'Switzerland of India'.
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Along, the headquarter of west Siang, is an arresting valley endowed with natural beauty. It is a small town with beautiful villages and mountains all around with two rivers flowing through it - the Sipu and Siyom and is stunning as far the scenic splendor of this place is concerned.
The ideal surroundings of Along make it a famous picnic and also offers opportunities to indulge in interesting...
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Alwar, known as The Tiger Gate of Rajasthan, is enclosed by the Aravallis, giving the appearance of being carved marvelously out of rocks. It has its own heritage, which goes back to the mythological legends of the Mahabharata. In this city, the Pandavas (heroes of Mahabharata) spent the last year of their exile of 13 years.
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Amarkantak, also called 'Teerthraj' (the king of pilgrimages), is well known for its religious background and for the holy atmosphere, which is laden with various mythical stories. The place is located at the point where Vindhya and Satpura meet and is regarded as one of the sacred place where the Narmada River, the Sone River and Johila River emerge. The place is not only important as mythical...
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