Jantar Mantar, Jaipur – World’s Largest Sundial
The Jantar Mantar, Jaipur is the world’s largest stone sundial. The name Jantar is derived from yantra a Sanskrit word, that means “instrument, machine”, and Mantar derived from mantrana, another Sanskrit word that means “consult, calculate”. It is a collection of 19 astronomical instruments built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder […]
Adventure Tourism in Bangladesh
Bangladesh, is a land of unexplored beauty with fascinating history. Situated on the world’s largest delta and surrounded by India & Myanmar, the country is famous for its Ganges-Brahmaputra delta also called Sunderbans. The country is known for its vibrant cultures & festivity, friendly people, splendid panoramic beauties of landscape, natural wonders like worlds single […]
Havelis of Rajasthan – 2
11. Anandi Lal Poddar Haveli Anandi Lal Poddar Haveli gets its name from the businessman who owned the place, Ramnath Anandi Lal Poddar. This haveli was built at the beginning 1902 century, but by the end of the century, it was turned into a museum to showcase the ancient luxury lifestyle of the royal people. […]
Havelis of Rajasthan – 1
Haveli are mansions known for beautifully crafted and designed intricate artwork. A haveli is a traditional townhouse, mansion, manor house, palace or fort with historical and architectural significance. The word haveli is derived from Arabic hawali, meaning “partition” or “private space”, popularised under during Mughal era. Later, haveli came to be used as a generic […]
Annapurna Circuit Trek – A Trekking Paradise
The Annapurna Circuit Trek within the mountain ranges of central Nepal, is the 2nd most famous treks in Nepal after the Mount Everest base camp trek. It has grown in popularity in the past few years. The total length of the trekking route varies between 160–230 km, depending on where motor transportation is used and […]
Chitwan National Park – The World Heritage Site
Chitwan National Park is a preserved area in the Terai Lowlands of south-central Nepal, known for its biodiversity. The park is famous for one of the best wildlife-viewing experience in Asia, where nature lovers have excellent chance of spotting endangered animals. The park is home to 68 species of mammals, 544 species of birds, 56 […]
Dalhousie is famed for its natural surrounding
#Dalhousie is a high-altitude resort town spread across 5 hills namely Kathlog, Potreyn, Terah, Bakrota, and Bhangora; near the #Dhauladhar mountain range in the state of #HimachalPradesh, #India. Established in 1854, Dalhousie in the #Chamba district located at an altitude of 1970 meters above sea level, is a mesmerizing place to visit. The town is […]
Palaces of Rajasthan -2
11. Mandir Palace, Jaisalmer Among many spectacular palaces of Rajasthan, Mandir Palace in Jaisalmer is popular among tourist. The famous palace is now a heritage hotel owned by Dr Jitendra Singh, the grandson of Maharawal Jawahir Singh ji, the man who enhanced the palace. Mandir Palace is one of the most important places to visit […]
Palaces of Rajasthan -1
Palaces in Rajasthan were the places where the royal families spent their maximum leisure time. Peculiar thing about these palaces is that maximum palaces are located amidst or around lakes and ponds. These palaces were built to showcase the lifestyle, leisure and personal taste of various members of royal family. Even their personal rooms were […]
Forts of Rajasthan – 2
9. Jalore Fort, Jalore Jalore fort is believed to be built between the 8th to 10th centuries. It has four huge gates but is only reachable from one side, after a two-mile long snake slope. Built into the front wall are four mighty gates or pols that lead into the fort are The Suraj Pol, […]
