Yelagiri - Hill Station of Tamil Nadu

Are you looking for best hill station of South India? If yes, they are going to tell you one of the secret Indian tourist place named as Yelagiri. It is the hill station of Vellore region, Tamil Nadu. This amazing hill area is located on Vaniyambadi to Tirupattur road at good altitude of 1410.6 meters from the sea level. It is the small town spread in 30 km2 area. Some people recognize this place as Elagiri. The surrounded of this place is covered with orchards, green valleys and rose-garden.

 

History: town is not having big history because people are not much aware of this place. Yelagiri is the village comes on the route of Vaniyambadi to Jolarpettai. The town was established by British colonial for their summer vacations.

 

In ancient period the town was the private property of Zamindar Yelagiri. In 1950 Indian government take over the town and announced as Yelagiri city. Family members of Yelagiri Zamindar still exist in Reddiyur city.

 

Summer Festival: the most special occasion for the village is Yelagiri Summer festival. It is conducted in May by the TNTD (Tamil Nadu Tourism Development) Board. Some special events in the fest are different Stalls, cultural programs, Flowers show and Dog Show. Large number of people reaches Yelagiri at this time to enjoy the festival.

 

Tourist attraction in Yelagiri:
Trekking: As Yelagiri is the hill station you can take pleasure of trekking. There are many areas where you can do trekking, though some places are difficult and dangerous so be careful if you are planning for such event. 

 

Punganoor Artificial Lake: It is the park as well as lake area for picnic of local people. We can say it is the most impressive landmark of Yelagiri. Tamil Nadu tourism department is taking care of park as well as the lake.

 

Jalagamparai Waterfalls: Do you love waterfalls then visit a short distance place known as Jalagamparai falls located at only gap of 14 km from city Tirupattur. The river Attaru is flowing from this region and there countless areas where the water flows with high speed. Nature made waterfalls is best in this location. You have to travel for one hour to reach the spot as it is only 5 km away but the path is not easy to move free. You have to get downhill to reach the spot. This place is added in the list of most adventurous places of Tamil Nadu.

 

Swamimalai Hills: Next destination for travelers is Swamimalai hills which is one of the peaks of Yelagiri village. Swami hills are in shape of a cake and its high altitude makes it impressive destination for travelers. Hard trekking of 3 km is equal to 7 kms of other trekking areas of Tamil Nadu state.

 

Telescope observatory: If you want have closer look of nearby spots of this hill then reach telescope observatory located closer to Yelagiri hill. However, news is gathered that this observatory is closed for some reason.

 YMCA Centre: This is the non-profit organization offering loading, dormitory stay, trekking and few more camp activities.

 

YASA Club: You are getting a chance to enjoy adventure sports, paragliding and many other events offered by YASA club.

 

How to reach Yelagiri?
By Road: Tamil Nadu state transport is having buses for Yelagiri from different cities. However, the town is not much popular so travelers might face some difficulties to get booking in local transport. Direct buses for Yelagiri are available from Bangalore, Chennai, Jolarpet, Hosur, Tirupattur and Salem.

 

By Air: closest airport to reach Yelagiri is Chennai located at 219 km distance. Chennai is the international as well as domestic airport so you can easily get the flights from your special destination. Flights for Chennai are available from Bangalore, Delhi and almost every big city of India.

 

By Train: closest railway station is Jolarpettai junction connected directly through train to Bangalore, Coimbatore, Chennai and some more cities.

Pali - Tourist Place of Rajasthan

Rajasthan is always the first preference for abroad travelers. The reason is there are countless historical places that attract the visitors every year. There is one more cause of attraction of visitors to Rajasthan and that is hospitality and beautiful hotels. If you go through historical background of the state then you will find that many rulers of such state developed amazing forts and palaces at different places for their entertainment. Such forts and Mahals are today turned as best hotels of India. Travelers are really attracted with the lavish life standard of Rajasthan rulers and that is the major cause that foreigners also want to enjoy the similar environment.

 

Today we are going to discuss about one of the famous tourist places of India known as Pali. It is the city of Rajasthan, India established in Duthariya district. Pali itself is the region so you will get some closer big locations to visit as well. Keep one thing in mind that you are going to make your holidays special as nearby places of Pali are also impressive tourist destinations. Marwar rulers ruled the state for longer time and you will get the proofs of such community in different locations of state.

 

Indian tourist place Pali is located closer to Bandi River. The city is only 70 km away from another tourist place of state such as Jodhpur. Today Pali is turned as industrial city of Rajasthan.

History: The city was earlier known as Pallika and the reason of establishment of place was trade in Rajasthan. This city of trade was ruled by Guhilas in 11t century AD. However, Nadol kingdom captured the city in 12^th century ruled by Chauhan rulers. Different rulers captured this place because of business which means city was ruled by different empires at regular interval.

 

Tourist places in Pali:

Bangur Museum: Whichever place you visit, if you want to learn their historical values then museum is best place to visit. This first tourist place of Pali is located closer to old bus stand. Museum is named after Mr. Bangur of British government.

 

Lakhotia Garden: Next attraction of Pali is Lakhotia Garden located central part of the city. The garden is surrounded with pond and shrine of Lord Shiva is constructed in the middle of garden.

 

Somnath Mandir: Visit one of the best temples of city known as Somnath Mandir. The structural design of temple is similar to Shilpart. It is the temple of Lord Shiva located in middle portion of city. This shrine was constructed under ruler Kumarpal Solanki of Gujarat.

 

Manpura Bhakri and Hemawas Dam: A dam and nearby mountain area are two more attraction spots of Pali. Hemawas Dam is located at 10 km distance from Pali. Once you reach the dam area don’t forget to trek the Manpura Bhakri that is the best mountain of Pali. In Manpura you can visit Goddess Durga temple, Jabreshwar Mahadev shrine and the Jain temple.

 

Maharana Pratap Smarak: Pali is the birth town of Great Maharana Pratap (A best ruler of Rajasthan). This smarak is located closer to Somnath temple. This loyal king to his people had never bowed down. Maharana Pratap played important role in India independence as well. His name is listed in brave fighters of India like Rani Laximibai and Bhagat Singh.

 

Om Banna: One more holy place named as Om Banna is available for travelers. However, voyagers have to cover the distance of 20 km from Pali. The temple is placed on Pali to Jodhpur highway. Om Banna was the social worker of Pali and people were so admired to him. He died in road accident at the exact location where temple is constructed. Visitors can see the bike kept in this scared place.

 

Baoris: Next place is Baoris which is the step well of Pali. You can see the unique designs with each well.

 

Maha Laxmi Mandir: A temple dedicated to Goddess Laxmi is also special destination to visit. People believe its magical temple because Goddess fulfills all wishes of the devotees visit to the temple.

 

Nearby tourist attractions in Pali:

Some closer destinations for voyagers in Pali are Naulakha Jain temple, Bajrang Bag, Radha Krishna Astrological House, Karni Mata Temple, Geeta Bhavan, Hemavas Dam, Bangur museum, Sai baba temple, Bangur Mandir, Keshav Bhawan and Illogi Temple.

 

How to reach Pali?

If you have planned your trip to Pali from Ahmadabad then you have cover the distance of 385 km. However, Delhi is 555 km away, Pune is 1021 km far, Hyderabad is 1763 km distant and Mangalore is 2026 km far from Pali.

By Train: railway station of Pali is properly connected to big cities of India. You can get the trains for Pali from Guwahati, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaipur, Pune, Ajmer, Bangalore, Yeshwantpur, Ranakpur, Delhi, Ahmadabad, Mysore and many other cities. Jodhpur is the biggest and closest railway station for Pali.

By Air: Jodhpurdomestic airport is available for the voyagers who want to reach Pali by air. Jodhpur city is just 80 km away from Pali and frequent flight service is available for Jodhpur from Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur and Mumbai. Private taxi and state buses are available from outer part of airport for Pali destination.

By Bus:Rajasthan State Transport Corporation is having direct buses for Pali from Ajmer, Jaipur, Jodhpur and many other cities.

Rohtang Pass - A Tunnel Road of Himachal Pradesh

Adventure in life is the only way to keep self happy. However, adventure should not be that risky that life becomes danger all the time. Today we are going to discuss about the Rohtang Pass that is one of my favorite Indian tourist place located at good altitude of 3,978 meters from sea level. It is the high mountain area of east Pir Panjal Mountains of Himalaya. The pass is around 51 km long and one of the biggest tourist destinations of India Manali is just 32 miles away from Rohtang. This world famous pass connects the Kullu Valley to Lahaul and Spiti of HP (Himachal Pradesh), India.

 

Although Rohtang pass is just a highway but the adventurous locations comes on the route are amazing. It could be the best experience for the visitors as the complete pass is full of hills, dangerous valleys and amazing greenery spread surrounding. If you reach the location in winter you will find only snow everywhere.

 

Geographical info: This route divides two major tourist destinations of India such as Kullu and Manali. Some other big closer points to reach through Rohtang pass are Lahaul, Spiti valleys, Chenab and basins. Beas River is flowing from this area, though it emerges underground and flows towards south direction of place. Northern part is having another holy river Chandra that is the source Stream of Chenab River.

 

Overview: As the pass is located in Himalaya ranges so reaching spot in winter is difficult. The route is open between May to November so try to attain at such period only. Basically route is not difficult enough, but you can face the snowstorms anytime so for precautions its better not to get there in winter. If we go through historical background the pass is used since ancient period specially for trading between people of Pir Panjal and other cities.

 

NH 21 is connecting Kullu Valley to Keylong through Rohtang Pass. It also connects the Lahul city to to Leh of Ladakh. It is also used as military route to reach Kargil in summer season. You might face traffic jams at this highest route of India because the roads are wider but are covered with snow maximum time. Many military vehicles such as trucks and jeeps are regularly using this pass so crossing them could be little challenge for driver.

 

Impressive things about Rohtang Pass:
Unknown Waterfall: Because of increased traffic some danger is occurred to the environment of this place. You might see unknown waterfalls during the route as effect of global warming is registered in this region.

 

Road tunnel: The beautiful surroundings and amazing natural spots are major reason that people are reaching Rohtang pass regularly. As it is the highway and open throughout the year the Indian government has constructed a road tunnel with investment of $320 million in 2010. The distance of this tunnel will be 8.5 km and its completely safe and faster route to reach Keylong, Spiti, Lahaul and Leh.

 

According to votes given by people the best tourist attractions of Rohtang pass are Rohtang Tunnel and Dash air. If you go through detail study of pass you will find there are nearly 14 different places to visit in Moorang city that is only 41 km away from Rohtang Pass.

 

Best attraction spots near Rohtang Pass:
Manali: First place to visit near pass is Manali located at altitude of 6398 feet from the sea. The Himalayas ranges are most popular attraction of the city. However, this honeymoon spot is all time favorite location for travelers. Manali is only 51 km away from Rohtang Pass so enjoy the city and spend maximum time of your vacations.

 

Kullu: Next spot for you is valley of Gods known as Kullu. This beautiful valley city of HP is available throughout the year. People love to visit this place in summer holidays because of calm and pleasant temperature. The accommodation and hospitality of Kullu is famous in world. You have to cover the distance of 93 km to reach Kullu from Rohtang Pass.

 

Jagat Sukh: Another spot to visit near pass is Jagat Sukh that is popular for old temple of God Shiva. Distance of Jagat Sukh is only 48 km from Rohtang Pass.

 

Few other demanding locations for voyagers near Rohtang pass are Rahala Water Falls (37 km away), Nehru Kund, Hadimba Temple, Vashist hot water spring and shrines. Manu Temple is also one more best location for travelers located at 50 km distance from pass.

 

How to reach Rohtang Pass?
By Air: Closest airport for pass is Bhuntar positioned at 104 km distance. Famous destination Manali is also in the same route. NH 21 is available for you to connect Rohtang and flights from Delhi are available for Bhuntar.

 

By Road: HRTC (Himachal Road Transport Corporation) buses are accessible from Manali for Rohtang Pass. You will be surprised if you go to pass through road because the best view of nature is able to make moment memorable. Keylong is also having buses for this pass so no worries about the transport in this region.

 

By Rail: closest railway station is Joginder Nagar located at 103 km distance from Rohtang Pass. Manali is also having station but only meter gage trains are available for Manali.

 

Masinagudi - Wildlife Park of Tamil Nadu

As there are countless places to visit in India, today we are going to discuss about the town that is having one of the best national park of India. This Wildlife Sanctuary is house of Tiger. We all know that wildlife parks are full of greenery and thick forest, though jungle of Masinagudi is covered with Nilgiri Hills. You have to reach Nilgiri region that is just 150 km away from Coimbatore City of Tamil Nadu State, India. The park is spread in 321 km² area and their registered office phone number is 0423-2445971.

 

Detail study on Masinagudi:
After a deep search about this place we came to know some valuable facts that make this place special for the tourism. Its not easy to describe each feature of Masinagudi in this short note but we are trying to put some best information collected by our executives.

 

Few things that people like most about Masinagudi are jungle lodges, available resorts, thick forest, lodging in forest and bird watching. You will get surprised and will live the original wildlife in this city. The best thing is hiring guide to enjoy the wildlife of Masinagudi.

Tiger Reserve Forest:
The most important about Jungle of Masinagudi is you are not allowed to walk in reserve forest. You will be advised to stay in resorts or lodgings of forest department. Tiger reserve forest is dangerous part of the city. For safety measurement you are not allowed to enter jungle alone. Because of thick forest the day time is dark as well so the risk factor is always there in the jungle.

 

Safaris Van:
You will be getting a chance to watch animals in jungle as the forest department is having safaris for voyagers. Safari van is designed for the tourist, though you have to reach the office by morning 6 o’clock. Safari timing is from 6:30 am to 8.30 am and 3 pm to 6 pm. Duration for safari is 45 minutes to 1 hour. The basic reason behind limited time safari is the jungle is full of wild animals and department don’t want to disturb the animals so that voyagers can enjoy the forest properly. The common viewing animals are spotted deer, bear, elephant and tigers. Forest office is having elephant ride as well so enjoy watching live animals like in Mowgli style.

 

Elephant Camp:
Whichever national park you visit you will find the elephant camp there. The reason is elephant is comfortable to walk any path of the jungle. They are safe and even wild animals also scared of elephant attacks so you are safe once you go for elephant ride.

 

Enjoy the coffee plantation and some greener valley areas to make your holidays special.

 

Nearby tourist places of Masinagudi:
Ooty: One of the best tourist places of India such as Ooty is few kms away from this spot. You have to complete a day trip to reach this best Indian tourist place Ooty. It is the hill station discovered by British government during their ruling period. Few major spots of Ooty are botanical gardens, lake, boating, Toda museum, coffee plantations, etc.

 

Gopalaswamy Betta: One closer destination for travelers in Masinagudi is Gopalaswamy Betta, though Bandipur and Mudumalai are other two closest sanctuary point in this region. Historic temple at peak is best experience for voyagers in this region.

 

Gauribara: Nilgiri ranges are famous for adventure lovers. Gauribara is the place closer to Mudumalai sanctuary. People also recognize this place as Gauri nestles. The word Gauri Bara means honey cleft that is located at 5 ½ hour journey distance from Bangalore. This coffee estate is covered with white snow in winter season.

 

Kallikudi: In ancient period Kallikudi was the town of rubber estates. However, today people are doing plantation of tea, spices and pepper. Private wildlife reserve is attraction of Kallikudi. Get the Mettupalayam to Kotagiri Road to reach the spot. However, its located at 90 minutes distance from Coimbatore. If you are coming from Bangalore then you will reach spot in 6½ hours. Nature view, forest visit and wild animals view is best thing for voyagers in this area.

 

Bird Watching: Masinagudi is full of greenery areas so birds are reaching this place at large level. You can enjoy watching around 320 types of birds in park. Some common but impressive birds of jungle are Grey Head Bulbul, Minivet, Lark, Woodpecker, Piculet, Hornbill, Quail, Pigeon and many more.

Camping spots closer to Masinagudi: If you love camping then visit Malabar Hornbill, Blue Rock Thrush and Rufus Babbler.

 

Best period to reach Masinagudi:
June - September: The city is having moderate climate all the time so reaching the spot anytime is not problem for voyagers. Lust forest becomes more impressive in rainy season. Reach the spot between June to September is best period. Wear quality shoes for comfortable walk in the jungle of Masinagudi.

 

How to reach Masinagudi?
By Air: The closest International Airport for Masinagudi is Coimbatore located at 123 Kms distance. Flights for Coimbatore are available from almost every city of India. Frequent flights for destination are available from Bhubaneswar, Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Mumbai, Ahmadabad, Kochi/Cochin and Pune. International flights are available from Sharjah, Singapore and Bangkok.

 

By Road: Road trip to Masinagudi is best mode to enjoy the nature. Get the private or government buses for Masinagudi from Mudumalai City that is 20 Kms away from destination. Ooty located at 29 km distance is also the best way to reach spot. If you get the transport from Mettupalayam city then you have to cover the distance of 81 Kms.

 

By Train: closest big railway station Coimbatore connected with large amount of trains from major cities of India. This Indian tourist place Masinagudi is easily reachable through Coimbatore.