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Marine Drive

Marine Driv
Location : Marine Drive, Kochi.

Marine Drive

One can get an amazing collection of readymade items and cotton items on the Marine Drive road and the GCDA shopping compleX. One great thing about shopping in Cochin is that there are many varieties of cotton clothes that would fetch high prices in Western shops. This means that a lot of them make it onto market stalls in Cochin and with a bit of clever bargaining and ‘bundling’ you will get some great buys for a fraction of what they would cost back in your country. There are many fast food joints and cafes on the roadside and one can always stop there to munch on some eatables while on your shopping spree.

Broadway Kochi

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Location: Broadway market, Kochi.

Broadway

The area is characterized by narrow roads, quite ironical to its name! One can buy varieties of clothes and spices here which are famous in kochi. It is a perfect spot for shopping and you will get all kind of stuffs here. Electronic goods, umberllas (from Colombo Umberlla House), spices, clothes, jewellery, leather goods, stationary, watches the list is too big and broadway adjoins Ernakulam Market where you can get wholesale prices as well.broadway features many hole-in-the-wall spice shops. No need to look for them, the wafting aromas will guide you there.

MG Road ,Kochi

Mg-Road
Location: MG Road, Kochi.

MG Road

The most important commercial center in Cochin is at the M.G road, which is short for Mahatma Gandhi road. Here, you can buy stuff ranging from clothes to cosmetics to knick-knacks. The road is lined with small and big shops and many shops selling spices which are among the best places to shop in kochi. The most popular items that are bought by tourists are handicrafts, spices and nuts. In handicrafts, the most commonly used raw materials are coir, brass, copper, bamboo, etc. Kairali Emprium at M G Road is one of the best place to shop for artifacts, clothes and crafts which are all typical to Kerala . A Kathakali mask makes a nice souvenir and comes in small, medium and large sizes and is available at Kairali Emporium. You can also look at large retail showrooms like Seematti, jayalakshmi Silks and Chennai Silks to get a taste for fashion and the finest quality sarees and other exquisite range of clothes and fabrics.

Veega Land Amusement Park

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Veega Land Amusement Park Overview

Address: Wonderla Kochi, Kakkanad Pallikara Road, Pallikara, Kumarapuram Post office,, Kochi, Kerala 683565.
Phone: 0484 268 4001.
Opening Closing Time Weekdays -10:30 am to 6 pm.
Weekend and Public Holidays – 10:30 am to 7 pm.
Price : Entrance Fee Adults – Rs. 420, Children – Rs. 320.

Veega Land is an amusement park and is home to more than 50 thrilling rides and various shows. The many rides here are classified into different categories including Family rides, Water rides, Kiddies rides and Hair raising rides. Veega Land also has some fine restaurants and makes for a great getaway for the entire family. Situated on the top of a hill, this is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. This is a great place for kids to enjoy some fun rides.

Marine Drive, Kochi

Marine Drive

Marine Drive

Marine Drive is one of the popular hangouts in Ernakulam city. Facing the serene backwaters with a walkway of about three kilometers, the place attracts a lot of local residents as well as tourists every day. The backdrop of the backwaters, with ships anchored at the harbour, is one of the main reasons for its allure. The walkway is usually thronged by people in the evening and the view of the sun setting in the tranquil sea is a . At night, the place provides a picturesque spectacle with the light seeping out of the anchored ships. The cleanliness, sitting arrangements and the cool breeze from the backwaters are the other factors that draw tourists here. The beauty of the place has been enhanced by two contemporary constructions – the Rainbow Bridge and the Chinese Fishing Net Bridge. Childrens’ Park and Subhash Chandra Bose Park are also situated near Marine Drive.

JAIPUR TRAVEL GUIDE

JAIPUR TRAVEL GUIDE

SUMMARY OF AGRA

Jaipur, the Pink city of India, is known as a great seat of the Rajput kings since times immemorial. The The Rajput kings were very generous and associated the pink colour with hospitality, thus rendering the city its epithet. Replete with the most splendid forts and palaces, bazaars and eating joints, Jaipur is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world.

QUICK FACTS

Category:  Heritage
Time Zone:  UTC + 5:30 Hours
Pincode:  3020xx
STD Code:  141
Info Website: jaipur.nic.in
Best Time to Visit: October to March

TOP ATTRACTION IN JAIPUR

Jaipur is a famous tourist sightseeing for all the visitors from all around the World. Tourmet offers you list of top attractions In Jaipur.

HOTELS IN JAIPUR

The Jaipur is famous for its historical monuments and Hotels Jaipur is primary Concern of the tourist. Tourism and Hotels Jaipur is generally concentrated on areas of Jaipur. Tourmet.com is one stop destination for Jaipur Holiday. Tourmet.com provide detailed information on Jaipur travel destinations, Jaipur hotels, Jaipur transport, Jaipur tourist map, Jaipur weather, tourist helpline numbers, how to reach Jaipur by air, road and train and Hotels Jaipur.

RESTAURANTS IN JAIPUR

The Jaipur is famous for its historical monuments and Best Restaurants In Jaipur is primary Concern of the tourist. Tourism and Best Restaurants INJaipur is generally concentrated on the Taj Mahal areas of Jaipur. Tourmet.com is one stop destination for Jaipur Holiday. Tourmet.com provide detailed information on Jaipur travel destinations, Jaipur hotels, Jaipur transport, Jaipur tourist map, Jaipur weather, tourist helpline numbers, how to reach Jaipur by air, road and train and Best Restaurants in Jaipur.

THINGS TO DO IN JAIPUR

The Number of things you can do and the experiences you can have in Jaipur are uncountable. There are lots of things that can be done within an Jaipur. While listing all the things that can be done in  Jaipur may be an impossible task, we have listed the top things to do INJaipur which are a must for getting a feel of real Jaipur. Included popular tourist places, religious places and enjoying natural beauty, food are given below. Though they are great to visit, there is so much more to be explored in this fascinating land. Read on to get some clues about the offbeat Jaipur experiences that we are referring to.

SHOPPING IN JAIPUR

Jaipur- a shopper’s Paradise, Although most tourists visit Jaipur to view its grand monuments, nonetheless there are as many who come to shop. And indeed a shopper’s paradise it is. The list of things available is endless, but the more popular items on the agenda of visitor to the city are jewellery, textiles and saris, good made of marble, wood, stone, lac, clay, metal and leather. The city ahs, for long, been a traditional centre of the finest of jewellery bedecked with both precious and semi precious stones, enamelling of gold in green, red and white, the favourite colours of the Mughals, which was introduced Raja Man Singh. The city is known the world over for diamond and emerald cutting.

NIGHTLIFE IN JAIPUR

To experience the nightlife in Jaipur, you can involve any various activities like spending some time of the night to watch the “Light and Sound Show” which takes place in the Amber Fort, go out for a dinner at the Jaipur restaurants, dance your fit to the groovy music at the nightclubs and bars in Jaipur and many more.

JAIPUR ITINERARY

Day 1:

9:00 am Amer Fort ;Approx. time spent : 5 hrs
2:00 pm Hawa Mahal ;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
4:00 pm Mubarak Mahal ;Approx. time spent : 1 hrs
5:00 pm Jal Mahal ;Approx. time spent : 1 hrs

48 Hours In Agra

48 Hours In Agra
Agra is famous for its historical monuments and What Things To Do In Agra is primary Concern of the tourist. if you visit only for a Two days then which places explore is the biggest question so Tourmet.com provide detailed information on Agra travel destinations, Agra hotels, Agra transport and Things To Do In Agra.
Day 1:
9:00 am Taj Mahal ;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
11:00 am Agra Fort ;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
1:00 pm Tomb of Akbar the Great;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
3:00 pm Panch Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri ;Approx. time spent : 1 hrs
4:00 pm Ram Bagh ;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
Day 2:
10:00 am Chini Ka Rauza Mausoleum;Approx. time spent : 1 hrs
11:00 am Guru ka Tal ;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
1:00 pm Mehtab Bagh ;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
3:00 pm Mariam’s Tomb ;Approx. time spent : 1 hrs
4:00 pm Jama Masjid ;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs

TOP ATTRACTION IN AGRA

Agra is a famous tourist sightseeing for all the visitors from all around the World. Tourmet offers you list of top attractions in Agra.

THINGS TO DO IN AGRA

The Number of things you can do and the experiences you can have in Agra are uncountable. There are lots of things that can be done within an Agra. While listing all the things that can be done in Agra may be an impossible task, we have listed the top things to do in Agra which are a must for getting a feel of real Agra. Included popular tourist places, religious places and enjoying natural beauty, food are given below. Though they are great to visit, there is so much more to be explored in this fascinating land. Read on to get some clues about the offbeat Agra experiences that we are referring to.

SHOPPING IN AGRA

Shopping in Agra is another way to know deep-down the historical city. Agra was the nerve center of handicrafts during the Mughal epoch and even today, the city will welcome you with the most fabulous handicrafts. Hand made items are extremely popular in Agra. But if just want to pick up your favorite brand from the wide array of options, you can do it easy. The snobbish shopping malls of Agra are also good places to shop in Agra.

NIGHTLIFE IN AGRA

To experience the nightlife in Agra, you can involve any various activities like spending some time of the night at the Taj Mahal or watch the “Light and Sound Show” which takes place in the Agra Fort, go out for a dinner at the Agra restaurants, dance your fit to the groovy music at the nightclubs and bars in Agra and many more.

RESTAURANTS IN AGRA

The Agra is famous for its historical monuments and Best Restaurants In Agra is primary Concern of the tourist. Tourism and Best Restaurants In Agra is generally concentrated on the Taj Mahal areas of Agra. Tourmet.com is one stop destination for Agra Holiday. Tourmet.com provide detailed information on Agra travel destinations, Agra hotels, Agra transport, Agra tourist map, Agra weather, tourist helpline numbers, how to reach Agra by air, road and train and Best Restaurants In Agra.

HOTELS IN AGRA

The Agra is famous for its historical monuments and Hotels Agra is primary Concern of the tourist. Tourism and Hotels Agra is generally concentrated on areas of Agra. Tourmet.com is one stop destination for Agra Holiday. Tourmet.com provide detailed information on Agra travel destinations, Agra hotels, Agra transport, Agra tourist map, Agra weather, tourist helpline numbers, how to reach Agra by air, road and train and Hotels Agra.

24 Hours In Agra

24 Hours In Agra

Agra is famous for its historical monuments and What Things To Do In agra is primary Concern of the tourist. if you visit only for a day then which places explore is the biggest question so Tourmet.com provide detailed information on agra travel destinations, agra hotels, agra transport and Things To Do In agra.
Day 1:
9:00 am Taj Mahal ; Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
11:00 am Agra Fort ; Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
1:00 pm Tomb of Akbar the Great; Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
3:00 pm Panch Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri ; Approx. time spent : 1 hrs
4:00 pm Ram Bagh ; Approx. time spent : 3 hrs

Taj Mahal

TOP ATTRACTION IN AGRA

1. Taj Mahal

Agra Fort is located on the right bank of the river Yamuna in the city of Agra in Uttar Pradesh. Agra Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site, also known as Lal Qila, Fort Rouge and Red Fort of Agra.

Taj Mahal

TOP ATTRACTION IN AGRA

2. Agra Fort

The Taj Mahal is the one of the most famous building in the world, Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of the World. Taj Mahal means Crown Palace, is a Mausoleum that houses the grave of queen Mumtaz Mahal stored at the lower chamber. Shah Jahan’s grave added later on.

Dasaprakash Restaurant

BEST RESTAURANT, AGRA

3. Dasaprakash Restaurant

Dasaprakash is Dosa Paradise, if you love your Dosa’s the South Indian way then this is the place to be.
It serves a lot other dishes as well but is best known for its authentic Dosa or the Dosae as they like to call it. The place is hugely inviting with a vibrant yet cosy clean environment. The service is FAST efficient and caring and serving staff well mannered and cleanly dressed.The food has very near genuine Southern flavour and taste and presentation attractive.

HOTEL, AGRA

HOTEL, AGRA

4. ITC The Mughal, Agra

ITC Mughal, Agra lies in close proximity to the Taj Mahal which is at a distance of 4km approx. from the hotel. Other nearest attractions to the hotel are Red Fort that is at a distance of 4km approx., Dayal Bagh- at a distance of 10km approx., Fatehpur Sikri at a distance of 41km approx. and City Centre that is at a distance of 3km approx., from the hotel.

THINGS TO DO IN AGRA

 5. Air Safari In Agra

Air Safari is a Helium Balloon ride, operated by Oswal Trade & Travels Pvt. Ltd. The balloon is lifted approx 500 ft hight and you will see the most amazing views of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.

SHOPPING IN AGRA

 6. Agra Marble Shoppy

Agra Marble Shoppy is one the best places to shop in Agra. Situated near the Taj restaurant-cum-bar, the place proffers the exquisite marble fro which Agra is so famous now. You can find the rarest collections o f marbles here. These marbles are used for interior decorating and many other causes. Please keep in mind that The Great Taj Mahal was built of marble and Agra Marble Shoppy brings the finest marble for your buy.

NIGHTLIFE, AGRA

7. Light and Sound Show in Agra Fort

A sound and light programme is held at the Agra Fort highlighting the important events in its history. Two one-hour shows are held every evening. Apart from the beauty of Taj Mahal, the Light and Sound Show of the Agra Fort depicts the saga of Agra’s glorious past.

WILDLIFE, AGRA

7. Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary

Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary is a heaven for birds that come here in their multitudes from far and wide, Soor Sarovar was declared a Bird Sanctuary in 1991. Soor Sarovar bird sanctuary covers an area of 7.97 sq km. Within the sanctuary there is a large lake covering area of 2.25sq km with depth wearing from 4 meter to 8 meter. Soor Sarovar is today home to more than 165 species of migratory and resident birds.

Downing Street Bar

Agra, being one of the leading tourist spots, houses some of the ultramodern tourist destinations. Among the profuse options of entertainment, pubs and bars in Agra is most prominent. Unlike other Indian cities, Agra’s nightlife isn’t much vibrant but is interspersed with numerous nightclubs, pubs and bars. The most famous pubs and bars in Agra are Downtown Club, Le Bar, Mughal Bar, Saqi Bar and Downing Street Bar.
Downing Street Bar

Downing Street Bar

Address:  Howard Park Plaza Hotel,Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fatehabad Road, Agra.
Phone: 0562 4048600; 0562 4048699
Open: 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM

Downing Street Bar, situated in Howard Park Plaza hotel, owned its fame for its pleasant ambience as well as excellent quality of beverages and food. The bar offers Tandoori Chicken to Pizza from the same kitchen. It’s also famous for housing the finest cocktails and beverages available in the city.

Downtown Club

Agra, being one of the leading tourist spots, houses some of the ultramodern tourist destinations. Among the profuse options of entertainment, pubs and bars in Agra is most prominent. Unlike other Indian cities, Agra’s nightlife isn’t much vibrant but is interspersed with numerous nightclubs, pubs and bars. The most famous pubs and bars in Agra are Downtown Club, Le Bar, Mughal Bar, Saqi Bar and Downing Street Bar.
Downtown Club

Downtown Club

Address: Hotel Marina, 16/2/8, Commercial Complex, Sanjay Place, MG Road, Civil Lines, Agra.
Phone: 0562 2523460
Open: 10 AM to 10 PM

Downtown Club is decorated with a rare kind of Italian marble and a perfect blend of classical with the modern. The club offers one to party and have fun while having mouthwatering Indian and continental delicacies. It also houses the most premium beverages.

SHOPPING IN AGRA

THINGS TO DO IN AGRA

RESTAURANTS IN AGRA