Kaziranga National Park in Assam, India By Aparana Chauhan

Savour the expanse of wilderness at Kaziranga National Park, inhabited by highest population of one horned rhinoceros in the world. Spreading to the total area of 430 sq kms, it lies in the eastern state of Assam in India. The famed Kaziranga National Park is a World Heritage Site and now it has b

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Kangra hill stations

KANGRA KANGRA (Introduction)   This ancient town of Kangra lies overlooking the gushing torrents of the Banganga River, a tributary of the Beas rising from the southern slopes of the milky Dhauladhars. But saying simply that Kangra is an ancient town is not enough; it has the distinction of being

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Sri Rama Navami Festival in South India By Lakshmi Menon

Sri Rama Navami is a Hindu festival celebrated throughout India. This festival is the celebration of the Birth Day of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who was born for the destruction of the demon king Ravana. Sri Rama Navami occurs at the beginning of summer when the sun has st

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Varkala Beach Kerala

Location : 41 Kms From Thiruvananthapuram City, Kerala Famous As : Janardana Swamy Temple Main Attractions : Papanashini Best Time To Visit : The Beach has a 2000 Year Old Shrine of Lord Vishnu Varkala is a sea side resort, as well as an important Hindu centre of pilgrimage. High cliffs with r

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Varsha Pirappu, Festival of Tamil Nadu, South India By Lakshmi Menon

Puthandu, populary known as Varsha pirappu, is the New Year's Day for the people of Tamil Nadu in Southern India. It marks the beginning of the Dravidian New Year in Tamil Nadu. This festival is held on the first day of Tamil month Chithiram, which usually falls on the 14th of April. It is believed

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KALIMPONG INTRODUCTION ( KALIMPONG)   The first thing that strikes the traveler visiting Kalimpong is its quiet atmosphere. The peaceful ambience that pervades is heightened by the presence of monasteries and churches across the town. Kalimpong is also known for its bustling bazaars and tradition

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Car Hire Portsmouth By Wesley C Clarke

Car Hire PortsmouthI previously wrote an article about car leasing and how it works, there are a lot of companies out there that offer Vehicle Hire, most specialize in certain areas, some companies do not offer services world wide unless they are franchised out to other areas. In this article I am f

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Guide to Car Hire Abroad For First-Timers By David John Martin

Although the recession and weak pound is causing many UK holidaymakers to think twice about a voyage to the Eurozone, it is fair to say that many European resorts will still be bustling with Brits-Abroad in August. For many destinations that are further than a ferry ride away, hiring a car seems

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Akshaya Tritiya Festival In South India By Lakshmi Menon

Akshaya Tritiya is a widely celebrated Hindu festival in India. In South India, this auspicious festival is celebrated with great faith. On Akshaya Tritiya day, the Sun and the Moon are most radiant and best placed, and hence every moment on this day is considered as auspicious. It falls on the t

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Festival of Kerala - Onam By Dev Sri

National festival of Kerala, onam is the most important annual event for every Malayalees. Onam is celebrated on the 'Thiruvonam' day of Malayalam month 'Chingam', to mark the visit of Mahabali (also called Maveli) to his land. All people irrespective of religious beliefs or color difference celebra

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