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Jun 29 2016Jagannath Rath Yatra – Puri’s Privilege
Known as the “Chariot Festival” in English, the Rath Yatra is an annual procession of deities Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra. An exuberant and important Hindu fest, the Rath Yatra is also referred to as the Puri Rath Yatra as it takes place in Puri, Odisha. This Rath Yatra goes back centuries; it is believed that […]
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Jun 27 2016Brexit – What it means for Indian travellers
The United Kingdom’s recent exit from the European Union has raised questions about the nation’s currency and where the country is headed. Brexit, as it is called, has led to the fall of the pound which has made travelling to Britain cheaper. The travel and tourism companies in India are expecting a short-term growth in travel […]
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Jun 24 2016Jama Masjid – Interesting Facts and Trivia
Masjid-i Jahan-Numa, or Jama Masjid as it is commonly called literally means the “World Reflecting Mosque”. Reflecting the history of ancient India, the Jama Masjid was built between 1644 and 1656, and is one of the largest mosques in India. Commissioned by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid flaunts a brilliant red sandstone and white […]
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Jun 22 2016The Ultimate Guide to Hitchhiking
Hitchhiking has been around since time immemorial. Traditionally, hitchhiking means to ask for a ride by standing on the edge of the road, thumb extended upwards. It’s not always that you get picked by some good Samaritan. People nowadays have become wary of strangers asking for rides and prefer to pass on by without a […]
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Jun 20 2016Best Romantic Hotels in Munnar
Personifying couples’ dream romantic getaway, Munnar is a place full of lush greenery, heavy mist and fresh mountain air. Packed with fascinating places to sightsee, adventurous activities to do, delicacies to eat and photos to take, Munnar is one of the best holiday destinations in India. Situated in the Western Ghats, this hill town is […]
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Jun 17 2016Now Travel from Delhi to Agra on a Seaplane!
Travelling from Delhi to Agra is going to be a trip unto itself in the near future. The Central Government is planning to connect the two cities by seaplanes on River Yamuna, said Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari. Besides cutting down the time needed to reach Agra from Delhi, travelling to Agra in a seaplane […]
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Jun 13 20167 Strange Foods from around the World
This article is definitely not for the faint of heart. If you thought the world was a beautiful, charming place, the opposite of it is true, too. The world is also a weird, scary place where creepy-crawlies are considered gourmet foods and unspeakable animal body parts a gastronomic delight. While we have all heard of […]
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Jun 10 2016Top Monsoon Adventure Activities in Maharashtra
Come monsoon and India takes on a gorgeous green look. The streets shine bright with moisture and everything that’s been out in the rain looks clean and new. This is the magic that monsoon makes, creating an atmosphere that is perfect for a fun holiday. Adventure trips during monsoon also take on an exciting form. […]
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