Nathdwara - A City of Holy Places

One of the holy towns of Rajasthan known as Nathdwara is available for your travelers. This town of Rajasthan state is located at Aravalli hill ranges and the Banas River is flowing from nearby areas of Nathdwara. River is only 48 km far from another big city of state such as Udaipur. Nathdwara is popular for shrine of Lord Krishna and idol of Shrinath Ji. 

Construction of the shrine was done in 14th century and you will find here the infant idol that is incarnation of Lord Krishna. The interesting note about this idol is it was originally adored at Mathura, though shifted to Nathdwara in 1672. This was done to protect the idol from anti-Hindu fanatical Islamic policies made by Mughal King Aurangzeb.

Attraction in Nathdwara

Shrinath Ji Temple: One of the impressive temples of the town that holds huge religious values for the local people. This shrine was constructed in 17th century by Shrinath Ji. Devotees of Lord Krishna must visit the temple and should learn the historical changes that was done to protect the idol from anti-Hindu rule of Muslim Ruler Aurangzeb. During the transfer of the idol to Nathdwara the bullock cart used was got sank deeply and devotees were not able to take the cart out from that place. The priests decided to decide that spot as selected place of God. With the help of local workers a temple was constructed at that place during the ruling period of King Raj Singh of region Mewar. People also recognize this temple as 'Haveli of Shrinath Ji’.

Rakht Talai: Another best place to visit in Nathdwara also known as Haldi Ghati. The spot is famous for historical revenges, freedom fights and many other events. This talai is located at distance of 20 km from Nathdwara and easy transport is available from city for this destination. Here you will also find a small theatre where you can watch the short movie of 10 minutes filmed on Maharana Pratap.

Charbhuja Temple: It is listed as one of the oldest temples of Nathdwara region and it is famous as peaceful area. This religious site is known for cultural activities as well. Charbhuja is basically a place of Vishnu Temple located outskirts area of the town. If you go myth of religious books you will find this place is mentioned as 4th dham for Indian devotees. According to sources the temple is built 5000 years before. Charbhuja means four arms that means you will find the idol of Lord Vishnu with 4 arms.

Eklingji: One more holy place dedicated to deity of Sesodia Dynasty. Ekling Ji is known as another form of God Shiva. If you closely look at the idol there are four faces with all smiling impressions. Sources say the idol is constructed of 15th century. You need to reach Eklingji town where you can also enjoy the Eklingji Lake located closer to the temple.

Few more impressive spots of Nathdwara are Mavli Junction, Dwarkadheesh Temple, Giriraj Parvat, Jay Hanuman Mandir, Dheeraj Dham, Girdhar Sagar Lake, Kunteshwar Mahadev Mandir, Ganesha Takeri and Jai Shri Ram Mandir.

How to reach Nathdwara?

Attaining to this wonder holy place is possible through air, train and road.

By Air: Udaipur is the closest big air hub available for voyagers to reach Nathdwara. MPA (Maharana Pratap Airport) is available to reach the place though it’s a domestic airport so abroad travelers have to reach the IGI Airport of Delhi.

By Rail: Udaipur is again a best railway station connected properly to big cities of India. Private taxis and state buses are accessible to reach Nathdwara from Udaipur.

By Bus: Rajasthan state transport is available with various options like you can get the luxury buses and standard buses for Nathdwara from various cities of India. Private cabs are accessible as well from both almost every corner of the state for Nathdwara. State buses are available from Udaipur, Ahmedabad, Pushkar, Ajmer, Delhi and Jaipur.

Uttarakhand: This Rich Scenic Beauty State of India

Have you been to Uttarakhand? 

This is a very exciting Indian Tourist Place. Uttarakhand is a state at the Northern part of India. This place is formerly known as Uttaranchal. It was formed out from the North-western districts of Uttar Pradesh and the Himalayas on the 9th of November 2000. People also refer this as the Land of Gods as they believe that this is one of the most naturally bestowed states in India. Uttaranchal shares its borders in the north by Tibet, in the south by Uttar Pradesh, in the east of Nepal, west of Haryana and northwest of Himachal Pradesh. It is also the home to some of the finest Hindu temples and religious tourism destinations in India. It was in the year 2007 when Uttaranchal was renamed to Uttaranchai which means part of the North. The state covers the area of 20,682 square miles of land and the capital is Dehradun.

Attractions of the Uttarakhand:

Valley of Flowers National Park: This is an Indian National park in the state of Uttarakhand in the West Himalaya founded in 1931. It is popular for its meadows of endemic alpine flowers and variety of flora. 

Roopkund: In the Uttarakhand at the lap of Chamoli district, you will find a beautiful clear water lake called Roopkund. The starting point of your travel to Roopkund is Debal. You will find in this Indian Tourist place a picturesque lake that is surrounded by snow covered majestic Himalayan peak and glaciers. It is popularly called Skeleton Lake as this frightening area has 300 to 600 skeletons dated back 15th century AD. It is a one of the dreaded secluded places found in the regions of the Himalayan Mountains. 

Why do you think there are lots of skeletons there? 

Was there a mass killing or they we’re just struck by a super typhoon? 

Was it a mass grave or a sunken cemetery? 

Or a group travel to trek the mountains? 

Based on the local folklore there was a troop that earned the fury of the local deity called Latu and were caught by the mighty hailstorm, they were thrown in the Roopkund Lake. It was in 1942 when a British forest guard in Roopkund who made this alarming discovery. The lake which is full of skeleton is at the bottom of a small valley some 16,000 feet above sea level. It was summer when the ice is melting the shows more skeletal remain. 

There are some which are floating in the water and some are lying haphazardly around the lake’s edges. During the expedition in 2004 it revealed that the bodies were during the 850 AD. As checked in the DNA, there are two groups of people who died. One is a family or a tribe of related individuals and the second group are the locals which could be the porters and guides that were hired by the tribe. Based on the research, the 2004 expedition came into a conclusion that those 200 people died from a sudden and severe hailstorms. They were trapped in the valley and cannot seek shelter nor hide somewhere. The cricket ball sized hailstones which are hard as iron came and resulted for a sudden death of the travelers. The remains are at the lake for 1200 years until they were discovered. 

Kedarnath Mandir: This is one of the holiest Hindu temples that is dedicated to the god Shiva. It is on the Garhwal Himalayan range near the Mandakini River in Kedarnath, Ultrarakhand, India.

Nainital Lake: This is a natural freshwater body, at the township of Nainital in Uttarakhand India. It is tectonic in origin and shaped like kidney or crescent shape. It has an outfall at the south eastern end. 

Weather Conditions: 

Uttarakhand has two types of climates as it is differentiated in the plains and in the mountainous areas. The best time to visit the state is during summer when the weather is mild. There are some areas of the hills that become inaccessible in winter time because of prolonged snowfall. The plain region is best during winter as the weather is pleasant. During summer, the temperature is crossing the mark of 40° C while winter time can be chilly with the temperatures going below 5° C. Climate from the southern foothills averaging during summer at around 30° C and during winter time, the temperature is around 18° C. In the Middle Himalayan valleys, warm temperate conditions prevail, usually about the mark of 25° C. For the higher areas of middle Himalayan, summer temperature is mostly between 15 to 18° C and as winter approaches, the temperature will drop below the freezing point. The eastern flanks of the Himalayan ranges are subject to heavy rainfall while it is relatively dry at the western section.

Accommodation Status:

Since your travel would have a lot of walking through the fields, remote villages, pines and forest on the north western side of India, it is a great opportunity to vibe yourself in the ancient culture and meet the villagers as they welcome you to their way of life as well as their homes. As the traveler enjoys and experience the Himalayan village life, expect a simple bathrooms in outdoor wash-houses, no televisions or hair dryers, but don’t worry as there is electricity where you can charge your phone.  A short 4 day stay or longer hikes through the stunning Himalayan foothills, you will immerse yourself in village life with authentic home stays. The village folks would be gladly to serve you there authentic and delicious Kumaoni foods.

How to reach Uttarakhand?

The area is very remote. You need to take an overnight train ride from Delhi and then another 3 hour car journey to the hill station where you will start walking.

Fatehpur Sikri: Historical Place of Uttar Pradesh

Every destination is having special features, though selection of tourist place is depend on interest of visitors. Fatehpur is listed in 71 regions of UP (Uttar Pradesh), India. It is one of my favorite Indian tourist places spread in 4,152 km² area. The average population of Fatehpur district is more than 2,500,000 according to 2001 Census. However, the city is positioned at the banks of holy rivers Ganga and Yamuna. This place is having historical values as well as and also mentioned in Puranic literature of India. Some popular ghats here are Asani and Bhitaura. 

When we plan to visit attractive places for holidays we also look for surrounding areas. This is because if we get spare time then we can enjoy some more locations at same time. Fatehpur is kind of similar location that is closer to two big cities of UP. Allahabad and Kanpur are such cities famous as holy cities of India. Allahabad is also recognized as Prayag, though Kanpur is famous for restaurants and temples. Allahabad is 117 km away and Kanpur is 76 km far from Fatehpur.

Talking about the tourist attractions of Fatehpur city there are limited locations to visit. However, city is having historical values so our travelers will not get bored in the place. Some best monuments, river sites, Ghats and several gardens are most impressive spots of Fatehpur. 

As we talk about the monuments of city the world famous Fatehpur Sikri fort is one of them. Here the key attraction in this fort are Diwan-I-Am, Diwan-I-Khas and Pachisi court. 

Fatehpur Sikri: A fort that is having Buland Darwaza (Biggest entry door), cabins, gardens and many other spots. To reach Sikri you have to cover the distance of 37 kms from Agra. Fatehpur city was the dream of Mughal Ruler Akbar. He decided to make first planned city of Indo-Islamic design in India. The fort is constructed in 8 square km area and its altitude is 194 meters from sea level. Best period to reach the Fatehpur Sikri is from October to March. However, winter is chilled here so you need to take warm clothes if you have planned in winter to visit this place. 

Buland Darwaza: All set the best attraction of Fatehpur Sikri to start. This is the biggest door to enter the fort of Fatehpur set in south direction. You will find countless mosques, small and big monuments inside the fort. A deep well closer to door is another attraction for voyagers. Some of the villagers show stunts on this well which is their earning system. If you can pay a certain amount you will see lots of amazing performances of the best divers of this well. The door itself was configured after 5 years of the fort completion. This door was configured between 1576 as a victory symbol Mughal Emperor Akbar. 

Jama Masjid: Next attraction of the fort is Jama Mosque listed as first building of the complex. Construction of this holy mosque was done in 1571 with massive entry to the square. In this masjid there are three Mihrab’s in each bay decorated with marble. 

Tomb of Salim Chisti: Mughal rulers were good for architectural structures. They showed their best designs in almost every monument and Fatehpur Sikri is having similar design as well.  Here you will find the white marble tomb of greatest Sufi saint known as Salim Chisti. This tomb is built inside the Jama Masjid's courtyard. It is the single floor building built closer to central chamber. Carved net in surrounding is protection the tomb from external harms. 

Diwan-I-Aam: One of the key attractions of the Fatehpur fort is Diwan-I-Am which is also known as Hall of Public spectators. It is the multi bayed pavilion of rectangular shape fronting the large space of monument. 

Diwan-I-Khas: A one more impressive location of Sikri is Diwan-i-Khas that is built for private audience. It is the plain square structure having four Chhatri’s. Diwan-I-Khas is popular for central pillar that is made of octagonal shaft. 

Ibadat Khana: A place of worship known as Ibadat Khana is next spot to visit here. Basically it is the meeting house constructed in 1575 by Akbar. 

Anup Talao: It is the ornamental pool having four bridges. The key attractions of Anup Talao is royal enclave surround including Khwab Gah (means house of dreams). Panch Mahal and five-storey palace are few more impressive areas closer to this Talao.

Hujra-I-Anup Talao: One more spot identified as residence of wife of Akbar. 

Few other areas of Fatehpur Sikri are Birbal's House, Mariam-uz-Zamani's Palace, Pachisi Court, Naubat Khana and Panch Mahal. Birbal was the favorite minister of Akbar so a separate palace is designed for Birbal in the fort area. He was the only Hindu minister in Akbar Court. 

How to reach Fatehpur Sikri?

Closest destination to reach the destination is Agra (another impressive city of India).

By Air: Agra is having domestic airport that means you can reach our target space from any metro city of India. However, closest international airport is Delhi located at 180 km distance from Fatehpur Sikri.

By Train: You can easily avail the train for Agra from almost every city of India. Agra is the city of Taj and it is properly connected through train to all corners of nation. 

By Road: Fatehpur is reachable through road and state transport is available for the city. You will get plenty of buses and taxis from Agra, Delhi, Chandigarh and many more cities. Better to get the bus from Delhi as the multiple states are having buses from this capital city of India for various locations. Agra is next best city for state transport to Fatehpur City.

Bomdila: Hill Station of Arunachal Pradesh

I love traveling to different places and that makes me excited to learn about new destinations. My basic purpose for traveling is to discover such locations that are not explored to the world. India is the prime target as there are countless spots that are yet not known to the world, though these places are amazing and having world’s best attractions. 

Indian tourist place such as Bomdila is my target of the day. Frankly speaking this is the small urban city at good height of 8500 feet from the sea level not developed that much. Key attractions of Bomdila are landscape and snowy peaks. Such peaks are of Himalaya so it’s definitely going to be excited for the travellers.  

Bomdila is under Kameng region having some best attractive spots to visit. However, cool climate could be reason for the travelers and most of the time temperature is low. You can also enjoy the Apple orchards, snow-capped peaks and Gompas of Buddhist community. Few amazing spots of this town are described in this short note so that you can plan if the place is suitable for your holidays or not.  

Attraction in Bomdila:

Sessa Orchid Sanctuary: A park founded in 1979 is initial place to visit in Bomdila. This sanctuary is spread in 100+ square km area and Doimara & Tenga are two dense forests that you can enjoy here. This could be real jungle experience for you because the cottages in the forest are amazing. Deep valleys and high hills view are few more impressive part of this park. Some seasonal waterfalls are available too for the visitors. If you love to watch red panda then Sessa Sanctuary is best place for you. Avoid reaching here between April and October as it is the heavy rainfall period of this place. 

Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary: Adventurous people love to location that is more excited. If you feel the same then you are getting a chance to attain Eaglenest Wildlife Park that is close to Sessa Sanctuary. This national park is spread in 217 square km area offering remarkable views of waterfalls from low height. Kameng River is flowing from this region and this river is surrounded with the lush greenery. However, the park is not dangerous but you will find lots of adventurous spots here. Birds such as eagle, kingfishers, hornbill, pheasants and ducks are common to watch in this park. You might get a chance to watch Bengal tiger, Red Panda, Elephant, Langur, Black Bear and some more wild animals if you are lucky. 

Dirang Valley: Another place to visit in Bomdila is Dirang Valley that is impressive picturesque valley. It lies among Bomdila and Tawang (another big tourism place of India). Dirang is a town located in the valley and its weather is key attraction for people. Local people assist that there is a hot water spring in Dirang. The apple orchids and bird watching is favourite time pass at this place.

Bomdila Monastery: Established in 1965 represents the mystical essence of Buddhism, located near to TORC (Tipi Orchid Research Center) in Kameng region. Tsona Gontse Monastery at this place is similar to South Tibet monasteries so don’t forget to visit such wonder location. 

Bomdila View Point: As there are many viewpoints in Bomdila so you are getting points to watch nature closer. Bomdila View Point is spectacular and the highest peak is like breath-taking view of town. Nechipu Pass is easily viewable from this point. 

R.R. Hill: I believe hills are always best to visit and if you are in the same category then try to reach R.R. Hill that is Bomdila’s highest peak point. From this point you can easily vision border of Tawang and Bhutan.

Ethnographic Museum and Craft Centre: Learn history of Bomdila town by visiting museum. However, you are getting some handmade craft items at Craft Centre as well. You can buy hand woven carpets, wall hangings, traditional masks and many other products from this craft centre. People come to Bomdila use to buy dragon designed carpets. 

Tipi Orchidarium: A place that lies close to River Bharali is our next target of Bomdila. Arunachal Pradesh claims for major orchid ranges in our nation and Tipi is one of the key orchids in such list. There are nearly 50000+ orchid varieties here in Tipi including few rarest species. The big part of this orchidarium is some new hybrid types are developed by our scientists in their orchid research centre. You can also enjoy the rafting and fishing services in Tipi Orchidarium.

Upper Gompa: Major tourist loves to visit Upper Gompa located at high hill. This monastery is having another name as Gentse Rabgyel Ling Gompa. It is basically a school to educating monk kids. 

Lower Gompa: Like Upper Gompa there is Lower Gompa as well. However, it is positioned at the centre of Bomdila. There is a huge prayer hall and followers of Buddhist regularly visit this Gompa. 

Middle Gompa: Positioned near to the bazaar in Bomdila famous as oldest gompa of the town. It is basically a treatment center of town famous for healing with Blue Medicine.

Bomdila is the beautiful urban city, though it plays an important role for Indo-China border. Plan you trip and make your holidays memorable by visiting such a wonderful place. 

Best time to visit:

April to October is suggested as best period to visit this town.

Accommodation:

You will get local as well as some big lodgings, hotels and guest houses in Bomdila. Its better to book the room in advance as the place is having limited sources so you might get difficulty if you book in peak season. Online reservation is provided by some of the big travel organizations so take their help and get accommodation according to your comfort. 

Clothing:

The most important part of Bomdila is you should carry the warm clothing whenever you are planning to visit this place. 

How to reach Bomdila?

By Bus: Uttaranchal cities are quiet difficult to reach as the maximum portion is full of mountains. The closest big station to reach the spot is Tezpur that is under Guwahati region of Assam. You will get the good amount of private and state transport for Tezpur, though you get limited taxis and cabs to reach Bomdila from Tezpur. 

By Air: Closest airport for Bomdila is Tezpur, though it is the domestic airport so you will get the national flights to reach the spot. 

By Rail: Closest railway station that is properly connected to big cities of India is Rangapara, Assam.

Lambasingi: Kashmir of Andhra Pradesh

A hotspot of Andhra Pradesh that is becoming the first demand especially for hill station lovers. Our target of the day is Lambasingi that is also known as Kashmir of South India. A small town of AP with full greenery everywhere is definitely going to attract voyagers. Surrounding is covered with hills and dense forest so you are going to enjoy the nature as well as best hospitality of India at this special destination. This Indian tourist place is all time favorite spot for nature lovers.

Imagine you are at calm place and fog is spread in everywhere. You are not able to see anything nearby. 

What will be your reaction? 

Lambasingi is the kind of location that is having all such features. Lambasingi is also recognized as Lammasingi and Korra Bayalu. It is the small town of Chintaplli Mandal, Vishakapatnam region of AP. 

The most important part of this town is the temperature goes below 0 °C in winter. December and January are two most difficult months in this region due to chilled air flow. However, snow fall rarely occurs in this place, but the temperature is always low than 10 degree throughout the year. The town is having different climate than other cities of the state. Sun rises at regular time but the sunlight reach the town after 10 am every day except winter season. In winter the sun gets little bright after 12 noon. However, the light become shorter after 3 pm every day because the place get blank with thick fog after 3 pm.

The nearby forest hill station Chintapalli is one more tourist attraction. Tajangi valley is best attraction in Chintapalli. The major source of income of Lambasingi is coffee and pepper plantations. However, tourism is also increasing here so future is bright of this town. This Indian tourist place is popular for producing best coffee ever. The maximum production of coffee is exported to USA and UK nations. 

This place has coffee & pepper plantations. All these plantations are being cultivated since the British Regime in India. Coffee grown here is exported to the USA.

Talking about attraction in this place the greenery and valleys are important areas that you can cover. Some spots are famous for trekking and adventure events like camping. However, walking the area will give you more enjoyment as you will be able to watch the natural beauty closer. 

The tourist department of Andhra Pradesh is having travel packages for Lambasingi. You can contact the office through online for booking of your favorite accommodation in this town. APSRTC is providing service related to tourism in this area like you can enjoy the forest safari and can watch the real jungle closer than ever.  

How to reach Lambasingi?

By Road: Lambasingi is properly connected through road and direct buses for the town are available from Visakhapatnam, Narsipatnam, Chintapalle and some more cities. 

By Air: Vishakhapatnam is big international airport located at 101 km distance from Lambasingi. Flights for Vishakhapatnam are available from Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai and almost every big city of India. 

By Train: Chintapalle is closest railway station to reach Lambasingi. You just have to 19 km distance from Lambasingi.

Kolhapur: Historical City of Maharashtra

A famous city Kolhapur is our target of the day. Kolhapur is the historical metropolis located on the bank of Panchganga River, Maharashtra, India. The striking temples, palaces and gardens are main attractions of the city. Kolhapur is having religious values for Indians. 

City was found by Chhatra Pati Tarabai and most successful ruler for the city was legend Shri Shahu Ji Maharaj and Shri Rajaram Ji. Amba Bai Temple is main shrine of the town and millions of pilgrims reach the temple every years. Dakshin Kashi is another name of the city. The unbelievable archeological and traditional heritage of the city makes it first choice for the voyagers. Kolhapuri Chappal and Jaggery are famous in the world. 

Tourism in Kolhapur is always increasing as the local administration is regularly providing packages, offers and beneficial plans for the voyagers. The maintenance of temples, monuments, forts and all heritage places are properly done by the administration.

Tourist Attraction:

Shri Mahalakshmi Temple: Initial place of city popular as Shakti Peetha of India.  The temple is also known as Amba Bai temple and Dakshin Kashi. This temple is listed in Puran’s as well. Goddess Lakshmi idol is placed in the temple and the shrine was built by Kannada Chalukya rulers. If you are planning to visit Kolhapur then you must not miss the Mahalakshmi Temple. 21st of March and September is special date of the temple because the sun light comes directly to the idols face on this day. However, rest complete year is normal with lights inside the temple instead of idol. 

Bhavani Temple: 2nd place to visit is Bhavani Temple located closer to Mahalaxmi temple. This is another holy place having big importance to local people of the city. Idol of goddess Tulja Bhavani is placed in the temple who was the elder sister Mahalakshmi.

Rankala Lake: A beautiful lake with striking garden surround is next place to visit. The garden is having swings and some entertaining areas for the children. This lake is named after Rankbhairav the incarnation of God Shiva. This is the nature made lake created after earthquake came in 8th or 9th century. 

Shalini Palace: Next tourism spot of Kolhapur is Shalini Palace located close to Rankala Lake. This monument was built between 1931 to 1934 with approx investment of 8+ lacs. Palace is beautifully maintained by state administration. The palm trees surround are enough to attract travelers to this place. 

Kashbag Wrestling Stadium: A stadium of wrestling known as Rajarshi Shahu Kashbag is located close to Keshavrao Bhosale theatre. Nearly 2000 spectators can watch a match at single time in this stadium. 

Town Hall Museum: To learn about any city museum places the important role. Kolhapur Museum is having historical collections such as paintings, sculptures, coins and weapons of ancient time. Museum is closed on Monday, though you have to travel for 1 km distance from the Malalakshmi Temple. 

Kolhapur New Palace: The monument located on Kasaba Bavda and Bahvani Mandap Road. This palace was built between 1877 to 1884 of black stone.

Art Gallery: do you love watching beautiful paintings Reach Karveer nagari the famous art gallery of Kolhapur. 

How to reach Kolhapur?

Kolhapur city is properly connected to big cities of India. You can reach Kolhapur by air, train and road. 

By Air: Mumbai International Airport is best mode for abroad as well as native travelers to reach Kolhapur. Another airport known as Ujalaiwadi is just 10 km away from the Kolhapur.

By Train: Kolhapur station is having direct trains from Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and many big cities of India. The journey hour between Kolhapur and Mumbai is 10-11 hours. 

By Road: City is having neatly maintained roads that connects it to other parts of country. Buses from Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune and other cities are available for Kolhapur.

Tanglang La

Do you love to visit the dangerous places? You will be surprised that Tanglang La is the route of India located in Leh region that is full of insecure curves and tiny roads. However, it is the most beautiful place because the maximum area is covered in the snow. The elevation of this town is 5,328 meters claimed as world’s 2nd uppermost route. 

Tanglang La is listed in most dangerous routes around the world, and that attracts the visitors so much especially the adventure lovers. This is the reason why the strength of visitors is increasing at this place. Frankly, this place requires some attention, and visitors must do essential steps for safe travel to Tanglang La. Local tourism buses, and private taxies are available for this high route, but if you are planning to go by your own vehicle, then you must carry the first-aid kit, warm clothes and a road map. 

​It could be the enjoyable journey, or it can be the most dangerous travel if you are not fit and mentally prepared for this location. The road is completely unpaved dirt, and the most dangerous part of this route is the top 20 km distance that is full of loose stones. You might feel difficulty of breathing on uppermost area because of low oxygen level. 

Tanglang La is a highway that connects Leh to other cities of J&K. You might face traffic on peak as the heavy vehicles are using this route as a transport medium. The impressive part of Tanglang La you will find the Buddhist flags of prayer in complete pass.

​The place is not holding any particular location for attraction, but the route that you are going to cross itself is the major attraction point of this town. The low oxygen and chilled temperature are enough to freeze your blood. Be careful if you have decided to visit this amazing tourist place of India. 

During the route, you will get lots of deep valleys. Take a break and enjoy the beautiful nature of Leh region. Tanglang La is full of dry mud but the high mounts, and the peaks are wonderful. Winter is the season when the maximum area is covered with snow that means if you reach Tanglang in winter you will face lots of difficulties to travel. 

​You can plan the trip after seeing the amazing videos of Tanglang La available on various media websites. The striking route and wonder scenery is enough to make the moment memorable. Risk is always there with challenging places, but the excitement level is also high of these locations. Both conditions match with Tanglang La pass. Enjoy watching Yak and several other animals during the journey. Stay in the village located near the Tanglang pass and take some rest, then continue your journey back to your destination. 

How to reach Tanglang La?
​The nearest big station for this pass is Jammu. The international airport is located at Srinagar that is close to Tanglang. Traveling to Leh allow visitors to connect Tanglang route. 

Chandertal Lake

Indian tourist spot team is reached to one of the best tourist attractions known as Chandertal Lake. Our team spend around 10 days in this place to learn why this place is so special for nature lovers. However, there are few things that really attracts the voyagers such as surrounding hills, crystal clear water of lake, greenery spread near the lake and of course the peaceful environment.

Chandertal Lake is the tourist spot located in Himachal Pradesh. This lake town is also known as Chandra Taal and Chandra Tal. The good altitude of 4300 meters is enough to learn that it is one of the coolest locations of India. The high hills of Himalayas with white sheet of snow was different experience for our team. In our early post of Spiti we discussed this location a little bit, though we are today here to so we came to know the value of Chadra Tal.

Lahul and Spiti itself are top areas for visitors which means if you are planning to visit Chandratal then you are getting two most impressive destinations to visit. We are pretty sure this could be your life’s best experience to visit Tal and other nearby places. Talking about the Tal this lake is just 1 km long but the chilled air and beautiful adjacent places are enough attractions for visitors. Trekkers are reaching the Tal at regular intervals and you can also see local people enjoying at this place. It is turned as favorite picnic spot for voyagers.

Here few things are important to discuss about this Tal. You have to reach Batal to attain to Chandra Tal, be prepared and don’t visit the location from October to March. The reason is chilled weather and bad rod conditions. The landslide and road block is common errors that people are getting while reaching to Tal. Kunzum Pass is another destination closer to Chandra Tal. For Kunzum you must plan a trip between May to October.

You have to go by foot from Batal, though road is available of 14 km from Batal but only two wheelers can go through the road. Wildflowers, lake and vast meadows are key attractions of Chandertal Lake. Your face is going to smile more when you come to know that the land area where the lake is located is known as Samudra Tapu so Lake name is Chandra (Moon) Tal (Pond) and land area is Samudra (Sea) Tapu (Small Hill).

How to reach Chandra Tal?

By Air: The biggest international airport for Chandertal is New Delhi. Flights for Delhi are available from domestic as well as abroad cities.

By Road: From Delhi you have to move towards Manali then Rohtang Pass, Gramphoo, Chattru, Batal and then Chandra Tal. If you are planning to go through Shimla then you need to cross Narkanda, Karcham, Nako, Losar, Kunzum and then Chandra Tal.

By Rail:Big junction for Chandra Tal is Delhi again. You can also get the train for Dehradun and from there you can plan trip from Shimla.

Ayodhya - Holy Town of Uttar Pradesh

Ayodhya is the city of Uttar Pradesh always in debate because of Ram Janam Bhumi and the Lord Ram Temple. However, there are many plus points of this place, so we will discuss about the tourism and the wonder hospitality of the city. This ancient city of India is also known as Saket that is the word of Sanskrit. This Indian tourist place is the birth place of Lord Rama, and it is described in an epic Ramayana as well. Faizabad is the closest big city that is also famed for various tombs and monuments. Uttar Pradesh is the rich agricultural state of India, and its cities are famous for the religious values. People of UP are very much cooperative. Their hospitality and local language are famous in whole India. 

​Talking about the Ayodhya city it was the capital of ancient Kosala Empire. The city starts the day with Morning Prayer in temples. The beautiful surrounding sounds give the day a peaceful and calm start. River Sarayu and its flowing water noise are different experience. According to sources, Ayodhya was founded by Manu around 9000 years back. If we go through the list of tourist attraction, there are more than 22 places to visit. However, few of them are most demanding and favorite spots in Ayodhya.





​An attraction in Ayodhya:
Ramkot: Furthermore, known as Ram Janam Bhomi is the initial place to visit in Ayodhya. Here the ancient palace of Lord Rama is available and best reaching a period is from March to April. The most exciting frame of Ayodhya is Rama-Navami festival when people celebrate the birth of Lord Rama.  







The Hanuman Garhi: It is the temple of Sevak Hanuman of Lord Rama constructed in shape of a fort. This fort is located at central part of city. 76 steps into the temple could be little hard for old age people, but the temple is amazingly constructed so everyone should visit this shrine. The interesting feature of this temple is an idol of Anjani Mata (Mother of God Hanuman) and Hanuman inside the temple. 

Kanak Bhawan: A kind of museum where Lord Rama and Goddess Sita paintings are available. The paintings are designed with traditional dress and crown on both Rama and Sita. Kanak Bhawan is the Hindi words that mean “House of Gold." This palace was constructed by Queen Vrishbanu Kuvari of Teekamgarh in 1891. 

​Mani Parbat and Sugriv Parbat: A stupa built at small hill of town is the next place to visit. It is the favorite place for local people as the spot is having religious values. According to epic Ramayana it is the place where some part of Sanjivini herbs mount fall down when Lord Hanuman was taking such mount to Lanka to save Laxmana. 

Nageshwarnath Temple: A shrine of Lord Shiva that was built by Lord Rama’s son Kush is another tourist place of city. As per local views, Kush fell in love with Nag-Kanya, who was the devotee of Lord Shiva. Later, Kush constructed this temple and gifted to Nag-Kanya. It is one of the ancient temples of city still persisting. If you go through other temples, their structures are almost ruined. The temple is having connection with Vikramaditya, who was the big successful ruler of North India.

River Saryu: Take the dip in holy river Saryu and get rid of all your bad past if have any. Local people take the sacred dip at regular intervals. However, this river is proof of existence of Lord Rama in the ancient period. He used to play and take a bath in this river during his childhood. 

Gurudwara: Ayodhya is the holy town and there are some Gurudwaras as well. The big gurudwara located closer to Brahim Kund and Nazarbagh are famous. It is associated to Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Teg Bahadur Ji and Govind Singh Ji. Followers reach the gurudwara frequently in a large amount. 

​Tulsidas Bhawan: Ayodhya is having tourist spot known as Tulsi Smarak Bhawan dedicate to Goswami Tulsidas. He was the Saint, and the big poet that his writes are still educated in many schools in India. Tulsidas ji was famous for his Dohas. It is also Shodh Sansthan of Ayodhya where a large repository of literature is conducted. People perform Ramleela each day in this bhawan from 6 pm to 9 pm.

This Indian tourist place is having many more places to visit, and its surroundings are also best to attain. If you have decided to reach Ayodhya, then don’t miss some other places of interest such as Moti Mahal, Gulab Bari, Sita Ki Rasoi, Faizabad, Ram ki Paidi, Vishnu Temple, Rajghat Udyan, Raja Mandir, Bahu Begum Tomb, Military Temple, Guptar Ghat, Fort Calcutta, Ramkatha Park, Dashrath Bhavan, etc.

 




Reach Ayodhya:
By Air: International Airport at Lucknow is the best air hub to reach Ayodhya. It is Charan Singh Airport located at 134 km distance from the city. However, Bumrauli Airport of Allahabad located at 166 km distance is another air hub to reach Ayodhya.

 
​By Rail: Ayodhya railway station is the classic mode to reach. Trains for Ayodhya are available from Lucknow, Mumbai, Howrah, Dehradun, Sealdah, Jammu Tavi, Delhi, and Varanasi, Danapur, Muzaffarpur, Ahmedabad and many other cities.

 
By Road: State transport of Uttar Pradesh is connecting Ayodhya with many other cities of India. Ayodhya is the major Indian tourist place, and it has religious values as well. Keeping such a thing, UPSTC is having direct buses for Ayodhya from several parts throughout the country. You will get a direct bus for your destination from Lucknow, Jhansi, Gorakhpur, Allahabad and Varanasi, Sravasti, Gonda and many other cities.