India /Andhra Pradesh /Chittoor / Srikalahasti

Srikalahasti is a temple town, where tradition, myth and folklore combine to form a vivid and vibrant outlook. Usually this sleepy locale in the Indian State of is termed as a hurried stop en route to Srikalahasti is a predominant pilgrimage centre where the destroyer lord in the Hindu Pantheon is manifested as Vayulinga. The term Srikalahasti is a unique combination of three words Sri, Kala and Hasti, which stands for spider, serpent and elephant respectively. The name itself carries with it a legendary tale that narrates how these three animals obtained salvation with their ardent faith and devotion to Lord Shiva.Steeped with a rich and vibrant history, this place is all set to allure the visitors with its flamboyant shrines and its pristine nature. Kalahasti is a fine example of south Indian architecture where highly embellished gopuram and delicately carved interiors unfurls the bizarre charm of Dravidian structural designs. Almost all the shrines in this area are placed in high altitudes that enable the visitors to have a perfect vision of the surroundings below.

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Category : Temples

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 517644

STD Code: 8578

Info Website: http://www.srikalahasthi.org/

Best Time to Visit:  September – March

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By Air : Nearest airport is located at Tirupathi at a distance of 60 km from Srikalahasti. Tirupathi is connected to Madurai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalore. Taxi services are available from Tirupathi to Kalahasti and the fare is about Rs. 750. Chennai International airport is the major closest airport to Srikalahasti.

By Train : Srikalahasti is on Tirupati-Vijayawada broad gauge rail route and all express trains have stop at Srikalahast. It is well connected to all major cities in South India directly.

By BUS : State owned buses ply from all nearby towns like Vijayawada, Tirupati, Bangalore, Chennai, Nayudupet and Nellore. The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation is operating number of buses from different routes to reach Kalahasti.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel MGM Grand ; Sannidhi Street, Srikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh 517644 ; Ph – 085 78 222271 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Sri Sai Teja Residency ; Behind main temple, Sannidhi Street, Srikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh 517644. ; Ph – 085 78 223677 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Shannkur Residency ; Bazaar St, Srikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh 517644 ; Ph – 085 78 220333 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

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• Beware of pickpockets as Srikalahasti is a major tourist city in India.

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India / Karnataka /Chikmagalur / Sringeri

Sringeri, one of the most revered holy towns in South India, is located on the banks of Tunga River. The town is in village in Karnataka. Sringeri has got its name from the epic character Rishyasringa, a famous personality in Ramayana. It is a bustling city with the presence of world renowned Sri Sarada Samsthanam (Sri Sringeri Sharada Peetham) established in 7th century by Saint Adi Sankaracharya. Adi Sankaracharya, the great exponent of Advaita Vedanta philosophy, had established his first monastery in Sringeri. This is regarded one of the Shakthi Sthalas in India. It is first Mutt out of the original four Sankara Ashrams in India. Sringeri as a pilgrim town houses many other temples including 14th century temple. This temple is located at a picturesque location along the banks of the river in a pleasant ambiance. The temple architectural style is a specimen of the Vijayanagar style of architectural brilliance. Chenna Keshab temple and are other two important shrines in Sringeri. As a part of the western Ghats, Sringeri offers immaculate views of nature. The region surrounding is rich with beautiful scenery and amazing waterfalls. There are many known attractions in and around Sringeri. Agumbe (a spectacular sunset point), Jog Falls (one of the highest waterfalls in India), (an entertaining hill-station) and Sringagiri hills (the birth place of Sage Rishyasringa) are all at driving distances away from Sringeri. The Best season to visit Sringeri would be all through the years.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 577139

STD Code: 8265

Info Website: http://www.sringeri.net/

Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year

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By Air : The nearest Airport to Sringeri is Mangalore International Airport Bajpe, which is at a distance of about 98 km away. There are domestic flights operated from Mangalore to many major cities in South India. Pre-paid taxis are available from airport to Sringeri, taxis will charge about Rs 1,300 to cover about 100 km.

By Train : Nearest railhead is at Udupi (88 km), which is connected by rail to Chikmagalur and other major cities in south India. Taxi cabs are available from Udupi to Sringeri and it charges less than Rs 1,000.

By BUS : Government bus services connect Sringeri with all cities in and around the city. Sringeri is well connected by bus to Bangalore, Chikmagalur, Udupi, Mangalore and Shimoga.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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• Beware of pickpockets as Sringeri is a major tourist city in India.

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India /Tamil Nadu / Kanchipuram / Sriperumbudur

Sriperumbudur is located in the District in the State of Tamil Nadu. It is an industrial town that is known for the various international organizations that have established offices in the area. The town has witnessed rapid industrialization and it is located around 40 km from the city of. There are many Special Economic Zones that can be seen in the town. An international airport is being planned near Sriperumbudur and the town is located along the Chennai to Bangalore highway. Since the town is strategically located along this route it has witnessed an improvement in infrastructure as well. Sriperumbudur is infamous for being the place where former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated. The Rajiv Gandhi memorial is an interesting place to visit set amidst lush green gardens. One of the main attractions of the town is the Madras Sports Club which is home to many races and rallies. Formula II races are held in the sports club and are one of the most famous racing tracks in the State. There are dirt tracks that are also available for off road racing. The town of Kanchipuram lies quite near to Sriperumbudur and this place is very famous for its countless temples.

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Category : Temples

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 602105

STD Code: 44

Info Website: N.A.

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : Sriperumbudur does not have an airport and the closest one is located at Chennai. Taxis and auto rickshaws are available from Chennai and they can be hired to reach the town. Taxis from the airport cost around Rs 600 and they are a good option.

By Train : Nearest Railway Station of Sriperumbudur is Kancheepuram which 33 km from Sriperumbudur.

By BUS : Since Sriperumbudur is located along the main arterial road, the town is easily accessible by road. There are frequent buses that are available from Chennai to Sriperumbudur as well. Government buses cost around Rs 20 for the trip. Many of the private buses that travel to Bangalore travel through the town and these are also a good option.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

By Other : Sriperumbudur is located 40km away from Chennai in Chennai – Bangalore National Highway. It will take around 50mins to reach Sriperumbudur from Chennai by Road. It would cost around Rs 250, if we go by Auto.

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• Beware of pickpockets as Sriperumbudur is a major tourist city in India.

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India /Uttar Pradesh / Sultanpur / Sultanpur

Sultanpur is a city and a municipal board in Sultanpur district in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Located on the right banks of the Gomti river (a major tributary of the Himalayan Ganga River), Sultanpur is the administrative headquarters of Sultanpur District and comes under a part of Faizabad division.

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Category : 228 xxx

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 228 xxx

STD Code: 5362

Info Website: N.A.

Best Time to Visit:  October-March

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By Air : There is no airport in Sultanpur.

By Train : There is no railway in Sultanpur.

By BUS : You can easily get regular buses to Sultanpur from other major cities of the country. Highest bus fare is Rs 244 for State Transport Bus, where average fare is Rs 244 for State Transport Bus from Lucknow to Sultanpur. Distance between lucknow and sultanpur: 135 kms.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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• Ambulance : 102
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India / Gujarat /Surendra Nagar /Surendra Nagar

Surendranagar situated between 22° 43’N Latitude and 71° 43’E Longitude can be rightly termed as gateway to Saurashtra. Also called the Wadhwan city, it is now a major trade and processing centre for agricultural products, soap, glass, cotton, salt, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and plastics, textile bearings, ceramics and sanitaryware. Some of the most visited places in Surendranagar are- Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary, Rankdevi temple, Wild Ass Sanctuary, Tarnetar [famed for Trinetreshwar Mahadev Mela (Fair)], Chotila Hill, Zharia Mahadev.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 363031

STD Code: 2752

Info Website: N.A.

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : There is no airport in Surendranagar.

By Train : The district of Surendra Nagar has regular trains to many major Indian cities, including the cities of Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Kolkata. Train fares will be lesser than bus fares, but tickets need to be booked in advance for train travel. Train fares will range around Rs 334 to 391. Trains to the railway station at Surendra Nagar will also be available from the cities and towns within the state including Ahmedabad, Vadodara, and Surat.

By BUS : There are direct buses to Surendra Nagar from all other prominent cities in the state.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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India /Tamil Nadu /Tanjore / Swamimalai

Swamimalai, literally “Mountain of the God”, is a holy town located west of the town in the district of in. It is known for the famous Lord Muruga temple, one of the six holy abodes of Lord Muruga. Swamimalai, the abode of the Swami (Lord Muruga), got its name from the located on an artificial hill (malai). The town is ideally located at a natural setting on the banks of the River Cauvery. The travelers to this place are mostly Hindu pilgrims intended to offer worship to Lord Muruga in Swaminathaswamy Temple. There are many mythical stories for the origin of the place Swamimalai. One of the myths relates it with the Lord Shiva, Lord Brahma and Lord Muruga and the explanation of the meaning of the Pranava Mantra “OM” by Lord Muruga to his father Lord Shiva. This town has a renowned school teaching the art and craft of making bronze idols. Tiruvalanchuzhi temple is another attraction in this place and this place is located near to the Swaminathaswamy Temple. It is believed that visiting this place will eradicate the evils from the mind and the body. Offering prayers Muruga will provide good to the earthly life of the devotees. This temple town has many facilities for the comfortable visit of the travelers.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 612302

STD Code: 43583

Info Website: N.A.

Best Time to Visit:  October-March

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By Air : The nearest airport to Swamimalai is Trichy at distance of 90 km away. Domestic flights operate from this aerodrome. Regular flights are available to Chennai International airport. Taxis are available from Trichy to Swamimalai and it charges about Rs 1,000. The major international airport is at Chennai at distance of about 275 km. Prepaid taxi is available from Chennai to Swamimalai charging about Rs 3000.

By Train : Kumbakonam railhead is the nearest railway station to Swamimalai. It is at a distance of 6km from Swamimalai city. This railhead connected by trains from Chennai, Quilon, Tirupathi and Rameshwaram. Travelers can use trains to reach this place comfortably from Chennai and other places.

By BUS : Tamil Nadu state transport corporation buses connect Swamimalai with almost all cities in Tamil Nadu. Regular buses are available from Kumbakonam, Trichi, Chidambaram and Chennai to Swamimalai.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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India /Tamil Nadu /Erode / Uttukuli

Uttukuli is a quaint little town that is located in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. This town lies near the neighboring towns of , Podanur, and , and is one of the rarely visited tourist destinations in the region. Due to this reason, a huge chunk of Uttukuli still remains unexplored, and this town serves as an ideal spot for tourists who are looking to relax. The regions of Podanur and Pollachi are all excellent places where you can unwind, with hills and lush greenery spread out everywhere. Another famous landmark and important tourist destination in the town of Uttukuli is the in the town. This is one destination that pilgrims flock to every year, as the place holds enormous religious significance among Hindus. The temple has generated a lot of tourist interest due to the folklore surrounding it, as it is said to have been created by the great sage Agastya.

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Category : Temples

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 63875x

STD Code: 424

Info Website: N.A.

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : There is no airport in Uttukuli.

By Train : Uttukuli has a railway station and its railway station is one of the main stations in the Tirupur district. The other main railway stations in the region are Koolipalayam, Vanjipalayam, Tirupur, and Somanur.

By BUS : Buses are widely present in the region of Uttukuli and frequent buses will be available to the nearby towns. Bus fares are quite costlier than train fares, but bus tickets can be booked in the last minute, and this is one advantage of traveling via bus. Regular buses will be available to the cities and towns of Coimbatore, Karur, Erode, Vellore, Salem, Madurai, Cumbum, Theni, Pollachi, Palani, Chennai, Tirunelveli, Tiruchendur, Mettupalayam, Kodaikanal and Gobi.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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India /Uttaranchal /Uttarkashi /Uttarkashi

Uttarkashi is located in the Indian state of Uttaranchal. This town is a very important tourist destination in the region and it is located in the Uttarkashi district. The place is known for its stunning natural beauty, and is also called as Devbhumi, which can be literally translated to ‘Land of the Gods’. Pilgrims from all around the country flock to this region too, due to its religious heritage. There are many temples in Uttarkashi that you can visit during your trip to the place and the most famous one among these is that of Lord Vishwanath. This is the largest temple in the region, and the most frequented one as well. There are several smaller temples in Uttarkashi as well, and these are dedicated to the chief deities Hanuman and Durga. Many other shrines are present in Uttarkashi and they cater to a wide variety of Gods, including Parshuram, Annapurna, Dattatrya, Bhairav, Laksheswar and Ekadashrudra. The Nehru Mountaineering Institute, which is located in Uttarkashi, is also a famous tourist spot in the region. You can also visit the hot water springs in the region of Gangnani during your trip to Uttarkashi. Gangotri is a popular pilgrimage spot located in the region, at a distance of 99 kilometres from Uttarkashi. Yamunotri can also be visited from the town as well.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 249171

STD Code: 1374

Info Website: http://uttarkashi.nic.in/

Best Time to Visit:  March – June and September – November

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By Air : There is no airport in Uttarkashi.

By Train : Trains to Uttarkashi can be taken till the railway station at Rishikesh/Haridwar. The railway station at Haridwar is well connected to all nearby locations and other prominent locations in the country like Mumbai, Delhi, Lucknow, Dehradun, and Howrah. Train fares will range around Rs 130 to 150, and air conditioned coaches will cost you around Rs 400 to 800.

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By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Shivananda ; Uttarkashi – Gangotri Rd, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand 249193; Ph – 01374 223 674 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Shikhar Nature Resort ; Garampani, Gawana Village, Uttarkashi – Gangotri Rd, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand 249193 ; Ph – 011 4717 1000 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel KNB Heritage ; Above district collectorate, Gangotri Rd, Uttarkashi, Uttaranchal 249193 ; Ph – 096 90 069804 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

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Magh Mela ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  It is one of the major attraction and famous festivals in Uttarkashi which takes place on the sacred occasion of Makar Sankranti (January) every year. This famous festival is one of the major events in the district from religious, cultural and commercial point of view. From all over the country, locals well as travelers altogether celebrate the fair with full prosperity and enthusiasm that makes it is one of the famous festivals in the city.

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• Beware of pickpockets as Uttarkashi is a major tourist city in India.

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India /Karnataka /Uttara Kannada /Siddapur

Siddapur is a town in Karnataka situated in district Uttara Karnataka. The average elevation of the town is about 564 m. In the Western Ghats of the Malnad region is the locale of Siddapur. Due to the forests and hills trekking tourists are attracted to the town. Waterfalls situated near Siddapur is also a centre of tourists attraction. The cool climate also adds to the beauty of the town. There are many temples in and around the town of Siddapur. The town of Siddapur experiences elephants jogging on the main streets of the town. The cool climate of the town and the beautiful sight of elephants walking on the main streets of the town is a treat to watch. Near the town of Siddapur is the Forest Reserve which is a training camp for elephant capturing. This camp is run by the forest department. The reserve is one of the largest one of Karnataka and is spread over an area of 50,000 acres. The historical importance of this forest is that the elephants of this forest are trained for the Dussehra. But of late, the population of elephants has been found to be on the decrease. The reason being that the animal is threatened by the destruction of its habitat. Best period to visit this place is from October to May, surely keep off monsoon months.

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Category : Scenic

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 581355

STD Code: 8389

Info Website: http://www.siddapuratown.gov.in/

Best Time to Visit:  October – May

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By Air : Nearest airport is Hubli, which is 130 km away from Siddapur. Major airport nearby is Mangalore Bajpe airport, which is nearly 190 km away. Mangalore airport is connected to many cities India.

By Train : Nearest railhead is Talguppa which is about 15 km away from Siddapur. The major railway station nearby is Mysore, 90 km away from Siddapur. Taxi facility is available form Mysore to Siddapur, costing about Rs 2000.

By BUS : KSRTC buses connect all major cities in Karnataka with Siddapur. Volvo bus services are available from Bangalore to Siddapur, which is about 220 km. Bus fare is about Rs 750.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Gangotri ; Siddivinayak School Complex, Ravindra Nagar, Siddapur-Sirsi Rd, Siddapur, Karnataka 581355. ; Ph – 094 82 793618 ; Facilities – N.A.

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Basant Panchami ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  A famous festival of Hindus, also known as Basant Pancham is celebrated in all around the country and is renowned for Kite flying. This festival is celebrated at the time of monsoon season.

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India /Assam /Sibsagar /Sibsagar

Sibsagar is a city that is located in the Sibsagar district of the state of Assam. The place is also known as Sivsagar and it is a multi cultural city that has a rich heritage as well. The city is known for many monuments and sites that date back to the Kingdom of Ahom. One can find many different attractions in the city and the main place of interest is a water tank called the Bhorpukhuri. This is situated in an elevated region that is higher than the rest of the city and there are three temples that can be seen here as well. An amphitheatre called the Rang Ghar is also present in the city. The roof of the building was built to resemble an up turned boat. One can also visit the Joysagar which is a man made lake and it is located in a place called Rangpur. For those who are interested in history, the Ahom Museum is a good place to visit. There are many artifacts that belong to the Ahom Kings that are present here. You can see swords, platters, and goblets present in the museum. Another palace called the is located near the city and this is also a popular place to visit.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 785640

STD Code: 3772

Info Website: http://sivasagar.nic.in/

Best Time to Visit:  October –February

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By Air : The closest airport is located at Jorhat, which is situated around 55 km from away from the city of Sibsagar. The airport is connected to places such as Dibrugarh, Shillong, Kolkata, Bangalore and Guwahati.You can opt for taxis from the airport and they cost Rs 7 per km for the trip.

By Train : The closest railhead is located at a place called Simalguri, which is situated around 16 km from the town. The station is connected to Yeshwantpur and Dibrugarh and traveling by trains is one of the most comfortable options. Taxis are available at the airport and they charge around Rs 200 for the trip.

By BUS : State run buses are available from places such as Dibrugarh, Guwahati and Jorhat on a regular basis. These are a cheap and quick option. Tickets from Jorhat cost around Rs 50.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Atlanta ; L.I.C Complex, Babupatty, Sibsagar Town, Assam, 785640, Akshay Ghosh Rd, Sivasagar, Assam 785640. ; Ph – 03772 223 218; Facilities – Travel Desk , 24-hour front desk , 24-hour room service , Air conditioning , Elevators , Laundry , Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Piccolo ; Boarding Rd, Sivasagar, Assam 785640. ; Ph – 03772 223 126 ; Facilities – Travel Desk , 24-hour front desk , 24-hour room service , Air conditioning , Conference facilities , Elevators , Parking , 24-Hour Security , Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Priya ; Near A.S.T.C. bus terminus, A.T.Road, Sivasagar, Assam 785640; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk , 24-hour front desk , 24-hour room service , Air conditioning , Conference facilities , Elevators , Laundry , Parking.

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• Sky chef Restaurents ;  AT Rd, Sivasagar, Assam 785640; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Bihu ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Bihu is a very warmly celebrated festival of Assam. The festival is well known for its folk songs and traditional dance of young women. The Assamese people celebrate this event after the annual harvest on the last day of ‘Puh’ month with immense fervor. It is celebrated in mid April every year.

Rath Yatra ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Rath Yatra, also known as Car festival of Lord Jagannath is a very prominent festival of Sibsagar city. Rath Yatra is popular for its distinctive culture and feel. One of the unique customs of this Yatra is women pulling the Ratha of Maa Subhadra and the devotees gather from every corner of the country to enjoy this festival.

Hornbill Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Held in the month of December, Hornbill Festival is a cultural festival of dance, sport, art, food and performances etc. It is an extremely nice festival and all tribes of Nagaland celebrate this festival with each other along with the tourists with immense zeal.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Sibsagar is a major tourist city in India.

HelplineEdit

• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

ItineraryEdit

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