Indias haunted fort
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India’s haunted fort

Regarded as one of the most haunted in places in India, Bhangarh fort Is located in the royal district of Alwar in Rajasthan. It Is closely placed on the borders of the Sariska Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan. Surrounded by the Aravalli range of mountains the fort is close to the village named Gola ka Bass. …

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onam race
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Onam Festival

An ancient festival that takes place in mostly Southern India, Onam is a festival that is derived from the Sanskrit work Shravanam which represents the 27 nakshatras or the constellations. Although the festival of Onam is a Hindu festival people from all religions celebrate the festival because of its extremely exciting and fun rituals. The …

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Primates of India
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Primate species of India

India, with its diverse terrain and habitats, has a rich biodiversity that supports a wide range of primates. Some prefer forests, others live in grasslands, some even live in deserts, while some species prefer being close to human settlements. We discuss some common and some uncommon primate species of India. Gray Langur These are large …

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Khajuraho Dance Festival
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Khajuraho Dance Festival

Khajuraho Dance Festival is a week-long event that occurs annually in the Chhatarpur District of Madhya Pradesh. The festival is a cultural spectacle that showcases traditional art and dance forms of India. The cluster of Khajuraho Temples where this event takes place is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The organizer of this event, the Kala …

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Off beat destinations of India
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10 off beat destinations in India

1. Bera (Rajasthan) Along the banks of River Jawai and nestled in between thick forests is the relatively unknown village of Bera. The region, dotted with scrubland vegetation such as cactus, has plenty of hillocks with caves where leopards roam free. The Jawai Dam built over the river has a lake-like water body where you …

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Birding destinations of India
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Birding destinations in India

India is home to over 1200 bird species, a record which very few countries can boast of. However this bird population is spread over the vast area of the county, from Himalayas in the North to Western Ghats in South, to the Central Plains to Desert and Shrublands of West to the Mangroves of East. …

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Tigers of Bandhavgarh
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Tigers of Bandhavgarh national park

Bandhavgarh National Park, located in the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh, became a Tiger Reserve in 1993. With a core area of 716 square kilometers, the region has tremendous biodiversity. The density of the apex predators, Tigers, is among the highest here. The vast grasslands and bamboo forests make it easy to spot tigers here. …

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State birds of India
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State birds of India

Different states in India have classified different birds as their state bird. Usually few factors contribute to the choice – The bird should be found in that state, being endangered or vulnerable makes it a stronger candidate, finally we believe usually the better looking birds make to this list. However the spirit of this decision …

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Top treks in India
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Top treks in India

With a unique blend of nature and culture, the numerous trekking routes of India provide an unparalleled experience. From the majestic Himalayas in the North to the beautiful Western Ghats towards the South, every trek has something different to offer. Going trekking in India is one of the best ways to experience the biodiversity, the …

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Pushkar fair 2021
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All about pushkar fair

Pushkar Camel Fair, also called Kartik Mela and Pushkar Mela, is an annual multi-day cultural event celebrated in the holy town of Pushkar, Rajasthan. This festival puts camels and other livestock at the core of the celebration. Staring from the Hindu calendar month of Kartik and ending on Kartik Purnima, this vibrant festival sees hundreds of thousands of visitors …

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Forts of Rajasthan
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10 must see forts of Rajasthan

1. Amer Fort, Jaipur Also known as Amber Fort, this fort is one of the most majestic and most-visited forts in India. Amer Fort is just 11kms from the main city and is situated atop a small hill and overlooks the Maotha Lake. This extensive palace is constructed out of pale yellow and pink limestone …

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Heritage Hotels of India
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Heritage hotels of India

It is an experience that cannot be explained in words, the experience of living and feeling like royalty for a few days during your vacation. Today, you can stay in the best heritage hotels in India and feel like a king or a queen yourself. Fortunately, with more and more people being interested in history …

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Brief history of Taj mahal
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A brief history of Taj Mahal

One amongst the seven wonders of the world, The Taj Mahal, is a mesmerizing sight that is bound to take away the hearts of anyone who even takes a look at the masterpiece that it is. This enormous mausoleum of white marble was built by the order of emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of …

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Places to see Holi
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10 places to experience holi in India

Holi is being celebrated in India since the ages of before Christ. The festival is part of many legends and Indian manuscripts. One legend has it that Lord Krishna started the tradition of playing with colors with Radha and other Gopis, which bought the “color” angle to the festival, earlier it was primarily a religious …

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Luxury trains of India
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Luxury trains of India

There is an old-world charm in travelling slowly and getting onboard a train. When these trains are some of the finest luxury trains in the world, that becomes a journey to celebrate. When you travel to the land of Maharajas, it makes immense sense to travel like one and be treated like one, to get …

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Luxury hotels in Kerala
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Luxury hotels in Kerala

Kerala in India is not only about beaches, backwaters, tea gardens, culture and eco-holidays. It also has some of the finest experiential stays in the world. Here we present some of our preferred Kerala properties which have been much loved by our guests. When you plan your Kerala vacation, do make it a point to …

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