Aizawl

Do you believe in heaven? If yes then we are going to discuss a small city known as Aizwal which is the beautiful hill area of Mizoram state, India. This Indian tourist place is having countless spots for travelers. However, each place is having unique and special quality. Aizawl is the capital city of Mizoram having amazing lakes, hills, green valleys and best museum. 

Describing the city in words is not possible as it is one of the beautiful places. Some key destinations of Aizwal are mentioned below:

Once you reach the Aizwal you must not miss the spots like Vantawng Water Falls, Phawngui, Palak Lake, Lunglei, Champhai, Mizoram State Museum, Tamdil Lake, Pukzing Cave, Bora Bazar, Luangmual Handicrafts Centre and Weaving Centre.

Vantawng Water Fall: the falls known as Vantawng are first place to visit in the city. These falls are located at only distance of 137 kms from the city. Experts suggest these waterfalls as highest, largest and magnificent falls. Maximum area is covered with lush forest of bamboo. The average height of fall is 750 feet. 

Palak Lake: another spot for you is Palak Lake located south area of Aizawl. It is the stunning lake of the earth popular for aquatic birds and wild duck. Countless species are reaching to Palak Lake throughout the year. Crab and fish are available in the lake so be careful while walking a side of the lake. 

Phawngui: also known as Blue Mountain is next spot for you. This peak is highest in Mizoram state allowing visitors to view the complete hill area of Mizoram. Once you reach the top of peak there is a 200 hectares level ground covered with bamboo groves. Amazing trees and their shades are best at this spot. You can watch rare flora types, rhododendrons and orchids. You will be surprised after viewing the blue hazed mountains and valleys.

Lunglei: a spot that is 235 kms away from Aizawl. Lunglei is a district headquarters with holding 2nd largest town place of Mizoram. If you want to learn the history of Mizoram you must visit Lunglei as it is the best place for interior visit. In west direction of Lunglei a best valley and river Karbafuli is available. You can easily watch the Buddha's statue located close to Mualchung village. 

Mizoram State Museum: the best collection of rulers and the historical events conducted in Mizoram are available in state museum. You have to attain the central part of town to reach such place. It is smaller in size but very much interesting with good traditional and culture collections of Mizo. 

Champhai: next location for your visit is Champhai that is commercial spot of Mizoram located at only distance of 192 kms from capital Aizawl. If you love trekking, then Champhai the best location for you. Reach the spot in spring season so that you will get the most amazing views during the trekking of spot. From this spot you can watch Ruantlang and Myanmar hill that is only 5 kms distant from Champhai. 

Pukzing Cave: if you are scared of caves then don’t go to this place. Stunning but adventurous Pukzing cave is next tourist destination of Aizwal located at 25-km distance only. These caves are also known as Mualzavata. 

Tamdil Lake: another lake positioned at 60 km distance is available for you. This lake is popular for fish farm having tranquility view with surrounding peaks. Again be careful at this place as the enclosed jungle is full of wild animals. 

Phulpul Grave: legends of Mizoram state are linked to this place so it is must visit place. 

Bora Bazar: a market available for shopping is your next place where you can visit. The stalls in the market are selling music cassettes and garments so get the local made stuff from the market for memory. 

Luangmual Handicrafts Centre: to reach centre you have to cover the small distance of 7 kms from Aizawl. You can buy hand made products from the center, though these products are best in quality. 

Attaining to Aizawl:

Some big cities are having direct transport to Aizawl. Imphal is 249 km away, Agartala is 295 km away, Shillong is 341 km distant, Kohima is 392 km away and Guwahati is 435 km far from Aizwal. 

By Train: nearest big railway station to attain Aizwal is Silchar. Station is only 130 km away from Aizawl and frequent trains are available from Lumding, Guwahati, Bangalore, Delhi, and Hyderabad. 

By Air: Aizawl domestic airport is linked to major cities of India. Local flights are available from Guwahati, Kolkata and Imphal at regular interval. Reaching Aizawl is possible from Dimapur and Agartala also. 

Ahmadpur Mandvi

Do you love beaches or like to visit a memorable place then come to famous Indian tourist place Ahmadpur-Mandvi a small town and a coastal line of Gujarat State. From last few years Gujarat is turned as favorite spot for many travelers. I am sure that you have visited some of key destinations of Gujarat in your lives like Junagarh, Ahmadabad, etc. When we talk about the Ahmadpur-Mandvi it comes under the region of Junagarh so if have visited Junagarh and missed the Mandvi area then your journey to Gujarat is still incomplete. Like Junagarh, Ahmadpur-Mandvi is properly linked to big states of India. Many cities are having trains for such destination at frequent periods. However, people prefer to go by road to Mandvi because of impressive route and scenery. 

This small town is positioned in western area of Gujarat and it is just 288 km away from Ahmadabad, the capital city of Gujarat. You can visit such place throughout the year as it is all time favorite spot for travelers. However, if you want to enjoy the spot properly then you can attain the place in winter season. Perfect months for Ahmadpur-Madvi visit are October till March. 

Things to Do:

It is  a beach area where you can spend the whole day while playing with sand. However, if you like swimming then it is ideal location for you. Experts suggest the beach for white sand and low swimming areas where people can easily spend their complete day. Here you are getting variety of water sport events like water scooting, surfing, skiing, speed boating and Parasailing.

Secret Beaches: once you reach this favorite Indian tourist place you can book the cottages that are providing private beaches to their guests. These cottages are available with facilities such as AC rooms, enjoyable gardens and grooves.

Do not forget to cross the bridge of Ahmedpur-Mandvi to Daman and Diu Island that is the really enjoyable location. This bridge is located at few minutes distance from mainland of Gujarat. Of course Daman and Diu is another best tourist location of India so if you are at bridge then definitely you should go to Daman and DiuIsland. Daman and Diu is completely superb place with full of churches and public spots. 

One another beach known as Chorwad is available for the visitor that is close to Ahmedpur-Mandvi.

Lodging: seaside resorts are accessible where you can stay and take pleasure of beach and sea. Food and other services of such resorts are best so all your worries ends here about the accommodation and food. 

Attain to Ahmedpur-Mandvi:

By Air: The closest domestic airport for such spot is Keshod located at only distance of 145 kms. Flights for Keshod are available from Mumbai, Delhi and some more parts of nation.

By Rail: big railway station to reach spot is Delwada located at just 9 km distance from town. Ahmedabad-Veraval broad gage line is allowing you to attain the spot easily and faster.

By Road: Gujarat State transport is famous for their bus service. You will get countless buses for Ahmadpur-Mandvi from various parts of the state. Some private luxury transport medium like AC buses are also available from Ahmedpur Mandvi.

Aihole

A less famous but very attractive Indian tourist place Aihole is our next destination. This is the complex city comes under the region of Bagalkot, Karnataka state, India. People from northern area of Karnataka state are reaching Aihole in large amount.

Aihole is basically a holy place having several big and popular temples. Shrines constructed by Galaganatha group are more famous than others. However Kontigudi group is also popular for constructing temples in Aihole. It is kind of secret tourist destination and travelers from around the world are visiting this place in gradual ratio.

When we talk about the major temples of Aihole the first name comes in the list is Lad Khan temple. This shrine is protected by 2 big towering gateways (mantapas). Deity of lord Shiva must reach this place because of impressive and attractive idol of Lord Shiva is placed. The Shivling present in such shrine is grand for pilgrims.

Some more shrines that people should not miss in Aihole are Huchappayya temple, Durga temple, Huchimalli temple and Surya Narayan temple.

If you like natural spots than visit Ravana Phadi which is one more tourist favorite destination in Aihole. It is the oldest cavern temple of India located in this city.

Attraction in Aihole:

Revalphadi Cave: reach south east area of Hucchimalli shrine to attain Ravana Phadi or Revalpadi Cave. This cave is popular for temple constructed inside the cave. This very old rock cut shrine is one of the unique temples in India. It was constructed in 6^th era with two mantapas. It’s a Lord Shankar temple with 3 way entrance.

Durga Temple:once you reach Aihole you must visit the Durga Temple. This oldest temple was constructed in the time of Chalukya dynasty. 7^th and 8^th era is the expected period of this temple.

Huchappayya Gudi: located in south direction of Aihole Fort is next tourist place. Malaprabha River is flowing from this area that is also impressive especially during rainy season. Experts say the shrine was constructed in 8^th century.

Jain Meguti Temple: a shrine that is constructed on small hill is known as Jain Meguti temple. The surrounding area of temple is like monument. However, the construction was incomplete of the temple. The structural design of temple was like Dravidian style so we can justify the architectural status of such era.

Kwathi Gudi:also known as Konthi Temple is next tourist location for the visitors. It’s impressive and gives mental peace to the visitors so people must attain to this place.

Lad Khan Temple: if you want visit the oldest temple of Aihole then you must visit Lad Khan Temple. This shrine is devoted to Lord Shankar structured in 5^thcentury. This is the temple that is named after Muslim ruler of the town.

Uma Maheshwari Temple: the last attraction for visitors in Aihole is Uma Maheshwari temple that is goddess Maheshwari’s temple. People believe all wishes come true if the prayer is done honestly.

How to attain Aihole:

City Aihole is just 468 kms away from Pune, 640 kms from Mumbai, and 690 kms from Chennai.

By Train: nearest big railway station to reach Aihole is Bagalkot. However, Aihole is also having the small station where some passenger trains are reaching from various cities of the State Karnataka. Bagalkot is 34 kms away from Aihole. Trains for Aihole are available from Belgaum, Hubli and Sholapur.

By Bus: Regular buses from Bagalkot are available for Aihole.

By Air: the closest domestic airbase to reach Aihole is Hubli connected to various parts of nation. International travelers can reach Bangalore airport to reach Aihole. 

Tripura

India is full of glorious places and amazing tourist destinations. Visitors from around the world are reaching the different parts of India for their vacations and special occasions. Are you in the list of such people and searching for the best location for holidays try Tripura district.  

It is the heaven for visitors having plush green valley with charming hills. If you are scared of deep valleys than it’s prefer to take somebody along with you because the amazing spots of Tripura are able to take the breath away. Tripura is the small state of North-East India having rich culture. Numerous fairs and fests are conducted in the state at diverse period. Maximum part of state is covered with dense forest consist orchids, trees, and wildlife. 

This small state is first choice for visitors because of amazing palaces built by different Kings such as Kunjaban Palace and Ujjayanta Palace. The beautiful rock statues and images made of stone are also important part to visit in Tripura. Some other areas to visit in state are Unakoti and Debatamura. If you have planned a trip to Tripura then you should not miss the popular shrines like Tripureswari Devi Temple, 14 Goddess Shrine, etc. The beautiful lakes and wild life of state will help you to make your holidays memorable. 

When we talk about the state Tripura we can split it in four regions:

Dhalai Region: it’s a youngest region of Tripura state covered with hills and dense forests. Attractive forests, implausible natural attraction and notable hill ranges are special spots of Dhalai region. You can visit to Longtharai Mandir popular that is full of natural beauty. Kamaleswari temple is the next spot to attain in Dhalai Region. Hill spots of this region are Longtharai, Atharamura and Sakhantang. If you like swimming than reach Manu River, Dhalai River and Khowai River that are full of water flow throughout the year.

North Tripura Region: attractions in north region are Unakoti Laxmi-Narayan Temple, Jampui hill, Sateramia Hawar and Kailashahar Rajbari. View of big hills from Jampui and sakan is different experience. Jampui range is the highest peak of Tripura. Rivers in this region are Juri and Longai. 

South Tripura Region: Tripura is full of hills and temples so the south region is also having the high ranges and big ever flowing rivers. Dumbur is the first place of south Tripura to visit. Dumbur Lake is charming spot so don’t miss it too. Shrines such as Sundari and Bhuvaneswari are available to visit. Peak of god hill “Deotamura” is located in this region. 

West Tripura Region: Agartala is the district headquarters of Tripura located in Western part of state. Agartala is the capital of Tripura known for favorite history admires. Popular Ujjayanta Palace comes under this region and Kunjaban Palace is next spot to attain in similar region. Malancha Niwas is hot location made of mud in year 1919. Famous poet Tagore spends his valuable time at this location. “Shipahijala” a wild life park is favorite tourist destination of west region. Twijlikma is the lake in Melaghar area that is also the best spot to attain.

Attaining Tripura:

By Train: Guwahati is the big station close to Tripura region. However, you have to reach Agartala first to attain different parts of the state. Trains for Agartala are available from different parts but trains for Guwahati are available from almost every corner of the nation. Kumarghat is another big station located at 140 km distance Agartala.

By Road: If you have planned a road trip then your journey will be full of excitement as the route to Agartala from Guwahati is completely green. You will enjoy the valleys and hill roads to reach your destination. Direct buses for Guwahati are available from many big cities of India. You will get frequent buses from Guwahati to Agartala as well. 

By Air: Guwahati is the domestic airport connected to Kolkata, Delhi and many big cities of India. However, Agartala domestic airport is also available having flights from Kolkata and Guwahati. 

Plan your trip to Tripura and enjoy the valleys as the state is full of exciting and adventurous spots.

Chidambaram

One of the solid tourist destinations of India is Chidambaram of Tamil Nadu State. As we discussed earlier in blog India is full of locations with different climate conditions and features. If you are planning for visit any religious place than nothing is better than Chidambaram town. A short description and the information of various tourist places of the city is mentioned in this blog. Plan your trip and attain this spiritual place to get the blessings of Lord Shiva. 

Ancient shrines and structural design of the city is amazing. Chidambaram is not a big city but a small temple town of State Tamil Nadu, India. It is the place where the Indian culture, religious rituals and tradition are conserved with artistic values. The word “Chidambaram” is synonym to God Shiva and devotees of Lord Shiva reach this spot every year in huge mass value. Chidambaram Natarajan temple is the main spot to visit in the town.  

The shrines of Chidambaram are mentioned in Mythologies and Puranas. People of India are having different beliefs about this town like some believe the shrine of Lord Shiva is the one where the air and natural elements like body and world are created. However, the town is completely peaceful and full of religious values.  

Impressive tourist spots of Chidambaram: 

Nataraja Temple: travelers must attain to Nataraja Temple first that is dedicated to Nataraja (Lord Shiva). Location is central part of the town, though town faced countless renovations during Chola and Pallava rulers. The shrine is famous for gopurams, carvings, inscriptions and mandapams. Huge walls and tall shikharas of shrine are impressive and able to attract the visitors. Timing for temple is morning 6 to 12 and evening 4:30 to 10. You can plan your visit according to timings so that blessing of Lord Shiva can be taken.  

Neyveli: The initial place where travelers can attain to is Neyveli that is a spot famous for lignite mines. Located at 30 km distance and must see spot are lush green vegetation areas.  

Annamalai University: another location for travelers is the Annamalai University spread in 300 acres land. Founder of the University was King Annamalai Chettiar and year was 1929.  

Tarangambadi: a historic place known as Tarangamadi is popular for decaying condition of fort Dansborg built in 17th era.  

Vaitheeswaran Koil: another religious spot located at 24 km distance from Chidambaram is available. This is again the temple of Lord Siva dedicated to Vaidya Natheswarar. People believe if the bath in taken in holy pond of Siddhamirtham then all diseases will get cure.  

Pichavaram Mangrove Forest: a small but dense forest of Chidambaram is one more natural attractive tourist destination.  

Thillai Kali Amman Shrine: one oldest temple of Swami Nataraja is next place to visit. Thillai kali shrine is located close to Natarajan Temple. Goddess Kali idol is placed in this temple having four faces.

Sivakami Amman Temple: another shrine popular for Siva Ganga Tank is next destination for visitors. There are thousand pillars in hall that sounds different when you touch.  

Two more attractive spots of Chidambaram are Chathapurinathar shrine and Tiruvetkalam Temple. There are many other small temples in the town located in different areas.  

Attaining to Chidambaram: 

By Train: Chidambaram railway station is properly linked to many big cities of India. Trains reaching to Chennai from major cities are going through Chidambaram. Train towards Tiruchirappali is also crossing the town so reaching through train is easy option for travelers. You can attain train from Mayiladuthurai, Vridhachalam Jn, Pondicherry, Chennai, Madurai, Tirupati, Varanasi, Tiruchendur, Tiruchy, Bhubaneswar, Coimbatore, Mysore, Mumbai, Delhi and many other cities.  

By Air: closest airport for Chidambaram is Tiruchirappali however it’s a domestic airport and located at gap of 195 kms. Frequent flights from Chennai, Bangalore and Delhi are allowing visitors to reach spot easily. You can hire the taxi from Tiruchirappalli to town Chidambaram and fare will be around 2200 Rs. CIA (Chennai International Airport) is linked to almost every international city so abroad travelers can easily reach the destination from their nation.   

By Bus: road is another convenient way to reach the Chidambaram town. State buses are major sources for local and other cities people. Tamil Nadu state transport is having countless buses from various parts of the nation to reach Chidambaram. Buses from Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka are also available in good quantity. Bus service from Madurai, Chennai, Kanyakumari, Trichy, Trivandrum, Pondicherry and Thanjavur are available in large amount.

Lonavala

A beautiful Indian tourist place Lonavla is available for you. The other name of this famous destination of Maharashtra is Lonavala. It’s a small hill area of Pune region, Maharashtra. The only distance of 64 km from Pune city makes it first choice for local people as well as visitors from other cities of Maharashtra. Mumbai city is only 96 kms away from Lonavala. The approx area of Lonavla town is 38 km² and famous sweet item that gives the popularity to this town throughout the nation is Chikki. It’s a major point of meeting of rail lines between Mumbai to Pune. Voyagers can reach Lonavala through local trains from Karjat station.

Lonavala is famous of impressive natural beauty spots, high hills and Mumbai to Pune highway road. Finest period to attain the town is monsoon season when the heavy clouds turns into big waterfalls from different areas of Lonavla. The lush green and full water ponds of Lonavla give a big mental peace to the mind. The view of nature becomes so impressive that visitors spend their maximum time in Lonavala to watch the natural waterfalls, ponds and the lush green areas.

Lonavala attractions for travelers are:

Karla Caves: initial place of Lonavala is Karla Caves, though visitors have to cross area of Lonavala as the caves are located at end point of the town. Karle Caves are also known as Karla Cells popular for having ancient Buddhist rock shrines constructed inside the caves. You have to reach Karli to attain this first and most beautiful spot of Lonavala.

Visapur Fort: an ancient fort known as Visapur Killa is next place to visit in Lonavala. The other identification of this place is Visapoor fort constructed on hill of Visapur village close to Lonavala town. To reach this spot voyagers have to travel for 2.5 km distance from Malavli Railway station. The fort was built during the ruling period of Balaji Vishwanath of Maratha Empire between 1713-1720 CE.

Valvan Dam: our next location is Valvan Dam where you can enjoy the garden as famous twilight spot located at 2 km distance from Lonavla town. Again the spot is famous for monsoon season as the water level comes up and surrounding areas becomes green. Closest cities for reaching dam are Khopoli, Talegaon Dabhade and Karjat City.

Ryewood Park and Shivaji Udyan: if you like the park or looking for the weekend spot then visit the wide garden Reywood and Shivaji Park. Here you will get the botanical area and the big picnic garden. This Udyan is having large lawns, cool shades and tall trees. Don’t miss to take blessings of Lord Shiva in the temple located inside the park. Tungarli Lake is in the park as well, though buses are not available at this location but you can hire the taxi and auto rickshaw from Lonavla Station to reach the Udyan.

Lonavala Lake: a favorite pond of local people is next spot for you. A place that is covered with natural scenery is known as Lonavala Lake. The only distance of 1.6 km from Lonavala town makes is easy reaching destination for the voyagers.

Ekvira Devi Temple: a religious spot such as Koli temple or Ekvira Devi Shrine is available for you. This is the holy place built by the fishermen community located at Chaitya of the Karla caves. Navaratri and Chaitra are special occasions to visit the temple. However, huge crowd reaches the shrine in such period so you can plan the trip if you are capable to handle spot of mass religious people.

Lohagad Fort: are you looking for the place where you can spend the whole day by watching the historical things? Reach Lohagad fort of Lonavala town where you can learn the history of ancient Maharashtra. Reaching the spot is possible by road from Pune or Mumabi. Enjoy your lunch at Lake Pavana if you want to taste the Marathi thali. Get the route of Kamshet to reach the Lohagad fort which is just 50 km away from Pune. However, the road between Kamshet and Lohgarh is little difficult to travel but with low speed you can manage.

Koregad fort: one more historical place available for you in Lonavala area is Koregad Fort. You have to complete the one hour trekking to reach the top of the Koregad fort. Some ponds and amazing scenery from the spot is major things for voyagers.

Nagphani (Duke’s Nose): A thrilling but exciting place of Lonavala is Nagphani also known as Duke Nose. Nagphani is positioned at 12 km distance from Lonavala town. Actually the top area of this location is looks like a pointed hood of the snake so the spot is given the name as Nagphani. It’s a favorite spot for hikers and adventure lovers. To reach the Nagphani you have to follow the route of Ryewood Park.

Valavan Lake: Valavan Lake or Valvan Pond is another place for your picnic. This artificial pond was developed because of a dam known as Valvan Block. This dam is built on the Kundali River flowing from nearby village Kundali.

Scorpion's Sting (Vinchu Kata): last tourist place in Lonavala is Scorpion’s Sting also identified as Vinchu Kata. This is the narrow and long fortified spur of Lonavala region.

Each spot of Lonavala is special because of their greenery and the beauty given by the nature. Attaining to this place in monsoon is beneficial for voyagers.

Attaining Lonavala:  

By Train: Many big cities are directly connected to Lonavala through railway. Direct trains from Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune and Mumbai are available for this town. However, many other cities of India are also having link trains to reach the Lonavala town.

By Air: closest airport to reach Lonavala is Pune that is just 64 km away from the town. Direct flights for Pune are available from Mumbai, Bangalore, Goa, Delhi and many other cities. The key international airport to reach Lonavala is MCSIA (Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport). Mumbai airport is only 100 km distant from Lonavala and flights from around the world are reaching Mumbai airport at frequent intervals.

By Bus: Maharashtra State Transport is having buses for Lonavala from many major cities so attaining to key spot is not difficult task. Direct luxury and normal buses from Mumbai and Pune are available for Lonavala town.