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.

Satara - Plan Trip to Amazing Destination of Maharashtra

Satara is the town of Maharashtra administered under Satara region. This Indian tourist place is 2320 feet above from the sea-level. Satara is the meeting point of two big rivers of India such as Krishna and Venna. Foundation of city was done in 16th century, though it was declared capital during the ruling period of Maratha’s. Bhonsle Chhatrapati was the ruler who declared this city as capital. It is kind of historical places, but the spots are beautiful and going to take your breath away. The name of city itself states the value of this place. Satara means Seven Stars, though the stars means hills so this place is famous for seven different hills. Kandi pedha is the sweet item famous in Satara.

City is having countless tourist attractions but some major spots are described in this short note. Below are mentioned some key destinations of this town:

Karad: Once you reach Satara you must attain to Karad the historical spot.  Karad is only 50 km far from Satara. This prominent territory was ruled by rulers of Mauryas, Bahmanis, Chalukyas, Rashtrakuta, Peshwas, Maratha, Satavahanas, British and Mughals. Some big monuments are still accessible in this area to teach history of town. 

Panchgani: One more spot known as Panchgani is serving voyagers as best destination. This hill station is located closer to Krishna Valley and distance is just 49 km from Satara. Panchgani is not a new name for voyagers, though there are many secret spots in this location. Spending more than a week will help voyagers to enjoy the place properly. The altitude of Panchgani is 1334 meters from the sea-level. The spot is recognized as Panchgani because of five surrounding hills. 

Mahuli: Another attraction is Mahuli famous as pilgrim spot located in Satara region. Its hardly 6 km away from central Satara. You can enjoy the river Krishna as Mahuli is positioned on meeting point of Krishna and Veena River. Mangala Gauri shrine is famous in this place and also having several ghats. 

Aundh: If you go through list of attractions in Satara then you will find Aundh in 3rd or 4th place. Aundh is positioned at 30 km distance from the city. Shri Bhavani Museum and Yamai Devi Temple are two major attraction places of Aundh. You have to reach on top of hill to attain Yamai Devi. 

Wai: one of the best spots of Satara is Wai pilgrim place located close to River Krishna with only distance of 35 kms. Wai is also known as Deccan Kashi famous for temples and 7 Ghats. 

Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary: almost every hill station of India is having own wildlife sanctuary and Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary is one of them. This natural beauty spot is only 70 km far from city Satara. Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary is spread in 420 square km area. 

Ganapati Temple: A temple of Lord Ganesh is special spot for voyagers. This temple is also recognized as Khinditil or Kuraneshwar Ganapati Temple. Travel for 1.5 km distance only to reach temple from Satara City. 

There are many more spots to visit like Bamnoli, Tapola, Pratapgad Fort, Ajinkyatara Fort, 

Shingnapur, Chaphal, Vasota, Kaas Plateau, Sahyadri Tiger Reserve, Koynanagar, Mayani Bird Sanctuary, Vasota Fort, Kaas Lake, Bogda, Thosegarh, Char Bhinti, Kalyangad Fort, Pandavgad Fort, Natraj Mandir, Sajjangarh Fort, Shri Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum, Koteshwar Mandir and Yawteshwar Temple. Each place is unique and best destination for voyagers. 

Attaining to Satara:

Travelers can reach Pune (The biggest closer city for Satara) that is only 107 km far from destination. However, people coming from Mumbai have to travel for 256 km, Bangalore  734 km, Ahmadabad 789 km and Mangalore 865 km. 

Satara city is connected to many major cities of India. Road and train is best transport mode to reach this destination. However, air is also the better option for Satara. 

By Train: Satara railway station is active and countless trains are running from the neighboring state Karnataka. Get direct train for Satara from Bangalore, Mysore and Hyderabad, though trains from Dadar, Ajmer, Gandhidham and Jodhpur are also available for this city. Try to book ticket from Bangalore, Jodhpur, Mumbai, Pune and few more cities as the place get busy during holidays or exam over in India. 

By Road: City is properly linked to major cities of India by road. You can travel from Hyderabad, Pune, Mumbai and lots of other cities of nation. 

By Air: Mumbai is best city for air services as direct flights with frequent services are available for Mumbai. 

Yumthang - Hill Station of Sikkim

The best Indian tourist place Yumthang Valley is our next target. As its name suggests this place is famous valley located in Sikkim State. Sikkim is full of amazing spots and Yumthang valley is one of them. Yumthang is famous for picturesque location and breathtaking sights. Flora and fauna are special attraction of valley. Some big names of flowers grown in this place are Primulas, Iris and poppies. Rhododendron flower is the only flower that is grown in Yumthang valley. The complete valley gets covered with rhododendrons flowers in monsoon. Teesta River is flowing through this valley.

If you are attaining to this place then target the major tourist spot Shingba Rhododendron Park. Once you reach here you can also attain to another tourism location Lachung. You can get the route of Chungthang to reach Shingba Park and for accommodation you can try for permanent guest house located in valley.

Attraction of Yumthang Valley:

Hot Spring: Hill areas are chilled with temperature and visitors will get similar conditions in Yumthang valley. However, the best scenic view and plenty of hot springs are must attaining spot of valley. The hot springs of valley are having best medicinal properties that mean if you take a dip in the spring your skin ailments will get cure. The finest part of these springs are they are always hot even in freezing temperature.

Singba Rhododendron Park: This sanctuary is spread in 43 sq km area, but you have to move towards north direction of Sikkim to reach this spot. Major population of valley is reaching this sanctuary on weekends and special occasions.

Shiva Mandir: Valley of Flower is another name of Yumthang. A temple of Lord Shiva located closer to Gangtok city is one more attraction of valley. Feeling of a holy place between greenery, valley or natural beauty is best. Temple of lord Shiva is spot where you should reach and take blessings.

Attaining to Yumthang Valley:

By Road: Yumthang valley is just 150 kms away from Gangtok (capital city of Sikkim). Private taxis and buses are available for valley from Gangtok. If you really want to enjoy the place then hire the jeep for your troop. Siliguri is another also closer city to reach valley destination.

By Train: Jalpaiguri railway station is available that is connected to some big stations of state. Siliguri is also the option having connectivity to big cities. Trains for Siliguri and Jalpaiguri are available from Chennai, New Delhi, Guwahati and some more places.

By Air: domestic airport of Siliguri is the only way to reach Yumthang valley by air. Airport named as Bagdogra is located in outer area of Siliguri. Big cities like Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi and Guwahati are having frequent flights for Siliguri. Kolkata is the closest international airport to reach Siliguri.