India /Tamil Nadu / Karur / Karur

Karur is a small agricultural town that is located in the State of Tamil Nadu. Karur is located near Trichy and Erode. Karur is also easily accessible from Chennai, Madurai, Salem and Coimbatore. The town of Karur is known for its green surroundings and it is located near the banks of the River Amaravati. Karur is also connected to the rest of the State through an extensive road system. Karur is an old town and the town has a history that dates back many centuries. Karur is also famous for producing a long list of poets who have contributed significantly to the Tamil history. Karur is a town that has a very long rich heritage and it is distinct from many other parts of the state. There are many temples in Karur you can visit, and the famous temple in Namakkal is quite nearby too. Karur was ruled by different kings during different periods and many different influences can be seen in the town. The town was ruled by the Cholas, Gangas, Cheras, Vijayanagar Kings, Mysore Kings and also the British. Karur has long been a trade center and it has many temples that were built by the different rulers. There are many different interesting sites that a traveler can visit in the town of Karur.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 6390xx

STD Code: 4324

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Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : The nearest airports are located in Trichy . They are located at a distance of around 78 km respectively. There are frequent taxis services that are available from the airports. Taxis from Trichy cost around Rs 1200.

By Train : The Karur railway station is located in the center of the town and there are many trains that arrive from different parts of the State. Travelers who are arriving by train can opt for either taxis or auto rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are available extensively outside the railway station and they are the cheapest option. They have fixed rates for different places in the city.

By BUS : Karur is also connected well by road from all the major cities in the State of Tamil Nadu. Government buses as well as private buses are available to Karur. Private buses are more expensive and have the option of A/C as well.

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 Hemala ; No.9, Police Lane Street, Bunglaw Street, Karur, Tamil Nadu 639001. ; Ph – 04324 262 922 ; Facilities – Parking, Doctor on call, Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Perrys ; Coimbatore Rd, Renganayaki Puram, Karur, Tamil Nadu 639002 ; Ph – 04324 241 656 ; Facilities – Non-smoking rooms, Dry cleaning/laundry, Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Aarthi Hotels ; 37,West Pradhakshanam Road, National Highway 67, Madavilagam, Karur, Tamil Nadu 639001. ; Ph – 04324 236 122 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• The Residency Hotel ; 179, Allwin Nagar, Coimbatore Main Road Karur, Tamil Nadu 639002, ; Ph – 04324 240 099 ; Facilities – Banquet facilities, Non-smoking rooms, Travel Desk, 24-hour room service, Free airport shuttle, Laundry, Wheel chair access.

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• Archana Restaurant ;  No 70, Car Street, Karur HO, Karur – 639001 ; M –  (04324) 264190 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Sangeetha Restaurant ;  No 71 Inside Valluvar Hotel, Opp To Bus Stand, West Pradakshanam Road, Karur HO, Karur – 639001. ; M –  (04324) 234411 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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India /Andhra Pradesh /Karimnagar /Karimnagar

Karimnagar is a town that is located in the Karimnagar District in the State of Andhra Pradesh. The town is an important business center and recently it has witnessed an increase in infrastructure. The town is also known for its many educational institutions and is fast emerging as a center for education. Karimnagar is an old town and has been established many centuries ago. The area was ruled by the Satavanahas and also the Kakatiyas. There are few remaining traces of these famous kingdoms that can be seen in the area. An excavation at Koti Ligala which was the capital of the Satavanaha Kingdom has revealed many coins that were used during the period.The area was also under the rule of the Nizams and there are interesting sites that can be seen in the town. The town was an important cente during the period of the Nizams. Some of the places to visit in the area are, The Elgandal Fort, Tower Circle, Kaman Circle and a few other places. The Elgandal Fort is located around 12 km from the town and can be reached by taxis and buses. There are many temples that are located in the town and these are decorated with bright colors during the festive seasons. Karimnagar experiences dry inland climatic conditions which hot summers and cool winters. The region gets some amount of rainfall from the South West monsoon. Summer season is extremely hot and it is not advisable to visit during this time.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 534447

STD Code: 878

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Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : The nearest international airport is located at Hyderabad which is around 154 km from the town. The airport is connected most of the important cities in the country such as Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata.

By Train : Karjat is a main railway station under the Mumbai railway division. Karjat is connected to all Indian cities through Mumbai rail head. Taxi services are available from Karjat to Mumbai, which is 90 km away and cost about Rs 1700.

By BUS : Karimnagar is well connected to Hyderabad. There are frequent buses that depart from Hyderabad and they are inexpensive. Tickets cost around Rs 100 and they depart every 10 minutes from the main bus terminus. The roads are in excellent conditions and the town is well connected to places such as Nizamabad and Warangal as well.

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

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India /Rajasthan /Karauli /Karauli

Karauli is considered one of the holiest cities in Rajasthan with a collection of more than almost 300 temples. Located almost 150 kms from Jaipur, the city founded in 1348 AD was earlier known as Kalyanpuri, after the local deity Kalyanji. The entire city is protected from all directions by a red sandstone wall. The wall is also strengthened by bastions at various points and gateways at strategic positions. The wall, though old still stands tall and dilapidated at a few spots. Famous for its pale red-stones Karauli boasts presence of some very memorable monuments like the famous temples of Kaila Devi, Madan Mohanji and many other historic structures. The countryside at Karauli is worth exploring for the secrets of past which it unravels to the insistent. The game sanctuary also provides an opportunity to board the jeeps and rumble across the safari. The Mahavir Jain temple revered by the Jain followers worldwide and the Kaila Devi Sancturary, an extension of the Ranthambore National Park is within a short distance from Karauli. It’s not only the temples, Sanctuary and the Fort that beckons one to Karauli. It’s the colourful festivals and fairs that are much sought after for the zest and revelry associated with it. The local markets are a must visit for the exclusive Karauli and Rajasthani fine art articles that they provide at rock bottom prices. The land of palaces, temples, fairs and a Sanctuary too, what more can one ask from this land of warriors? Karauli has extreme climates as in other cities of Rajasthan.

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Category : Heritage

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 322241

STD Code: 7464

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Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : Sanganer Airport located at Jaipur is nearly 160 km from the heart of the city, and taxi charges about Rs 3200 from Airport to the city. Jaipur airport is connected to metro cities Mumbai and Delhi. Foreign travelers can take connection flights from Delhi and Mumbai.

By Train : Nearest main railway stations is Gangapur, which is 81 km away from Karauli. Gangapur is a major station connecting to all railheads in India. Cab charges about Rs 1500 from Gangapur to Karauli.

By BUS : There are daily bus services from Karauli to Gangapur (81 km) and Jaipur (160 km) Many private bus agencies provide tourist bus services from Karauli to other important cities.

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

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Bhanwar Vilas Palace ; Karauli, Rajasthan, 322241, Vaishali Nagar, Karauli, Rajasthan 322241. ; Ph – 094 13 312133 ; 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 Royal ; National Highway 11B, Sarawati Vihar, Karauli, Rajasthan 322241 ; Ph – 093 52 011084 ; 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 Karauli Ajay ; Gulab Bagh, Hindaun Road, Opp. Private Bus Stand, Karauli, Rajasthan 322241. ; Ph – 07464 221 343 ; Facilities – Travel Desk , 24-hour front desk , 24-hour room service , Air conditioning , Conference facilities , Elevators , Laundry , Parking.

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India /Haryana / Karnal / Karnal

Karnal is a district place and located in the Indian state of Haryana. This region is very famous for its many tourist destinations and monuments. The entire state of Haryana is a paradise for tourists, given its strong cultural ties and historical relevance. In the town of Karnal, you can visit many sites like Kalandar Shah’s tomb, Kos Minar, the Karan Tal, and Babar’s Masjid. The Karna Tal is one of the must see locations in the region of Karnal. This is a huge tank that’s named after Raja Karna, who is a prominent figure in the Mahabharata. It is said that Karna, who was known for being noble and selfless, gave away alms in gold to the people in this very spot. You can also visit the Pukka Pul, which is located at a distance of seven kilometres from the town of Karnal. This is a shrine where major events are held during Thursdays, and for this reason, this shrine is very famous among the local populace. You can also visit Kalandar Shah’s tomb in Karnal, and this structure is made of pure marble. The complex also houses a mosque within, built by the emperor Alamgir. Miran Sahib’s tomb is another famous destination which also has a mosque in its premises. The region of Karnal experiences a tropical climate, and the main seasons are that of summer, winter and monsoon. Summers in Karnal are very hot, and winters are extremely cold by Indian standards. The town is best visited during winter season, as travelling around town will be a lot easier, which will not be the case during summer time.

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Category : Nature

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 132001

STD Code: 184

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Best Time to Visit:  October-March

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By Air : The nearest Airport from Karnal is Chandigarh Airport, roughly three and half hour drive from Karnal. Chandigarh Airport is well connected to the major cities like Amritsar, New Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Goa, Ahmedabad, Jaipur and Leh.

By Train : It has its own Railway Station named as Karnal Railway Station which is connected to the major cities of Haryana. Being situated on the New Delhi- Chandigarh railway line, it is linked with the cities like New Delhi, Panipat, Ambala, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Pune, Puri, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Patna and Gaya through Shane Punjab Express, Ndlsasr Express and Jhelum Express.

By BUS : Buses frequently ply from these cities to Karnal. It is well connected with cities like New Delhi, Gurgaon, Panipat, Chandigarh, Ludhiana by Haryana State Road Transport Corporation (HSRTC) and some private travel services.

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

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Jewel’s Hotel ; Near NDRI, Kunjpura Road, Karnal 132001 Haryana, Kunjpura Rd, Model Town, Karnal, Haryana 132001. ; Ph – 0184 409 8888 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Laundry, Parking, Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Dreamz Residency ; GT Rd, Shakti Colony, Karnal, Haryana 132001. ; Ph – 099 91 117101 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Conference facilities, Laundry, 24-Hour Security, Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel in Karnal ; NH 1, Sector 7, Karnal, Haryana 132001; Ph – 0184 306 6666 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Conference facilities, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Lounge, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Gian Residency ; Dayalpura Colony, Karnal, Haryana 132001.; Ph – 097 29 088977 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Laundry, Parking, Doctor on call.

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• Haribhog Restaurant ;  3 Avtar Colony, Kunjpura Road, Old Char Chaman, Dyal Singh Colony, Karnal, Haryana 132001. ; M –  0184 404 0222 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Shefali Restaurant ;  Near civil hospital chowk, Sector 13 Extension, Slum Area, Sector 12, Karnal, Haryana 132001. ; M –  0184 226 7062 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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India /Maharashtra /Raigad /Karnala

Karnala is a renowned fort city in Raigad district of Maharashtra with striking natural beauty and serene environment. This is a fine place for motivated eco tourists. Karnala is the best picnic spot for bird lovers. Even a regular tourist can watch many species of colorful birds flying over the serene beautiful bright sky. It is dominated by the fort, bird sanctuary and scenic environments. Karnala is marked by dense forests and high mountain ranges all around. Karnala is thriving with lusting greenery and is the natural habitat of many bird species. Bird watching is the main attraction on Karnala tour. Karnala surrounded by green dense forests and is a hamlet of wild animals. Deciduous forest with many varieties of trees including kulu, teak, koshimb, mango, asana and kalam, Karnala is a perfect place for trekking. Even a natural walk along the unexplored trails of Karnala with the misty cool ambiance is a source of joy. The ecological conditions in Karnala are very favorable for fostering birds and wild life.Karnala invites all naturalists to its lap with so many attractions related to nature.

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Category : Bird Sanctuary

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 416416

STD Code: 184

Info Website: www.karnal.nic.in

Best Time to Visit:  November – February

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By Air : Nearest major airport is Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai, which is nearly 60 km from Karnala. Mumbai (Bombay) is well connected to all major cities in India and also connected to many cities abroad. Taxi services are the one direct travel possibility from Mumbai to Karnala. It costs about Rs 1200.

By Train : Panavel is a main railway station under the Mumbai railway division, which is at a distance of 10 km from Karnala. Panavel is connected to all Indian cities through Mumbai rail head. Taxi services are available from Panavel to Karnala costing about Rs 200.

By BUS : Karnala is well connected to other cities in and around by state owned public transport buses. Many private owned buses also provide transport service between Karnala and neighboring cities, including Mumbai and Kashid.

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

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India / Karnataka / Udupi / Karkala

Karkala, a historical town and pilgrim center for Jains and Hindus is a peaceful Udipi district in Karnataka. Its name is derived from the Kannada word karikallu which means black stones. Karkala is a tranquil town very well known for the Jain Basadis and the gigantic monolithic statue of Bahubali, which stands majestically in the heart of the city. Another main attraction here is the huge Chaturmukha Basti, a wonderful site. Karkala is a center of bubbling activity where agility and dedication combine to take a remarkable form. The visitors will be over whelmed with young zealous sculptors etching beautiful figures and bringing life to stones. Karkala, historically known as Pandyanagari or city of Pandya, was ruled in early 14th century by the chief having name Veera Pandya of Bhairarasa family, hailed from Humcha in Shimoga district. Being secular even at that time of point, these rulers equally considered all religions, although they were themselves dedicated Jains. The Goud-Saraswats who were fleeing from Portuguese harassment were welcomed by Karkala and the large temple of Venkataramana is built in this serene city during the common era 1537. Anantha Padmanabha temple devoted to Lord Vishnu, Chaturmukha Basadi and Neminath Basadi at Hiriangadi, assumed to be built as early as 16th century, are some of other temple attractions here. All these temples have fascinating histories and are celebrated for architectural brilliance. The visitors throng to the temple of Venkataramana during the festival of lights to see fantastic view of lights. This temple is attractive to many people and many find it irresistible to visit the temple regularly and receive the Lord’s blessings. The famous single stone statue of 42-foot high Gomateswara, also called as Lord Bahubali, is located very close. There are about 18 Jain shrines here, apart from several other temples, mosques and churches in and around Karkala. Karkala has many places of worship like the Jama Masjid at Salmaar, the Attur Church of St. Lawrence which was assumed to be built some centuries ago and Padutirupathi Sreenivasa Temple supposed to be more than 550 years old. Anekere Lake and Ramasamudra pond are some other scenic attractions here.

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Category : Temples

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 574104

STD Code: 8258

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Best Time to Visit:  October – May

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Karkala, historically known as Pandyanagari or city of Pandya, was ruled in early 14th century by the chief having name Veera Pandya of Bhairarasa family, hailed from Humcha in Shimoga district. Being secular even at that time of point, these rulers equally considered all religions, although they were themselves dedicated Jains. The Goud-Saraswats who were fleeing from Portuguese harassment were welcomed by Karkala and the large temple of Venkataramana is built in this serene city during the common era 1537. Anantha Padmanabha temple devoted to Lord Vishnu, Chaturmukha Basadi and Neminath Basadi at Hiriangadi, assumed to be built as early as 16th century, are some of other temple attractions here. All these temples have fascinating histories and are celebrated for architectural brilliance. The visitors throng to the temple of Venkataramana during the festival of lights to see fantastic view of lights. This temple is attractive to many people and many find it irresistible to visit the temple regularly and receive the Lord’s blessings.

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By Air : Mangalore is the nearest domestic Airport, which is about 70 km away. Cab costs about Rs 1500 from Mangalore. Mangalore air terminal is connected to Bangalore and Chennai.

By Train : Nearest railhead to Karkala is Indrali station in Udupi. Prepaid taxi services are available from railway station to Karkala. This station is connected to Mangalore Junction.

By BUS : The public transport buses from Bangalore and Mangalore passes through Karkala and hence Karkala is connected to all major cities in Karnataka by buses. Special luxurious buses ply from Karkala to Bangalore (370 km), Chennai (700 km) and Hyderabad (670 km). These buses charge about Rs 3 to Rs 4 per kilometer.

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 Sagar ; Pervaje Rd, Karkala, Karnataka 574104. ; Ph – 099 16 399373 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Mahalaxmi Hotel ; Karkala, Karnataka 574104.; Ph – N.A. ; 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 Ashirvad ; Karkala, Karnataka 574104. ; Ph – 082 58 230530 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Athithi ; Market Rd, Karkala, Karnataka 574104.; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking.

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• Forever Family Restaurant ;  Nitte, Karkala, Udupi – 574104. ; M –  (08258) 281266 ; Food Serve :  Indian, Sea Food.

• Ranganath Cafe ;  Karkala, Karnataka 574104. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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

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• Ambulance : 102
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India /Maharashtra / Raigad / Karjat

Karjat is a picturesque village in the state of Maharashtra in India. It is located in the Konkan coast perfectly in the foothills of Matheran, the renowned hill station in Maharashtra. This place serves as the entry point and midway relaxing destination to Matheran. Karjat is an attractive tourist outpost in the backdrop of Bhor Ghat. The undulated green plains and the hilly terrains emerging from Karjat plains make this place a much sought destination for adventurous tourists for trekking. The village has all the calmness and unspoiled atmosphere of a traditional Indian hamlet.The river Ulhas originates in Karjat and flows westward. The river offers many water sports activity in Karjat. Ancient historical Kondana caves and exquisite Ulhas valley are two important tourist destinations nearby Karjat. Karjat serves as a weekend vacation place for domestic travelers. Recently the village has grown to a nice picnic spot sought by foreign travelers as well. Karjat is looking for sea changes in the infrastructure developments, amnesties and tourist facilities. Karjat has secured a place in the tourist map due to its cross proximity to International airport, terminus railheads and many large developments of special economic zones (SEZ) like Reliance and Navi Mumbai. Karjat is being developed to great heights by MMRDA development. Best season to visit Karjat is July to March. March to June is excellent for sight seeing and trekking though the weather is on hotter side. July to October is thriving with greeneries and ideal for river rafting. November to February is perfect for vacations due to its picturesque surroundings and cool climate.

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Category : Trekking, Rafting

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 410201

STD Code: 2148

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Best Time to Visit:  November – August

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By Air : Nearest major airport is Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai, which is nearly 90 km from Karjat. Mumbai (Bombay) is well connected to all major cities in India and also connected to many cities abroad. Taxi services are the one direct travel possibility from Mumbai to Karjat. It costs about Rs 1700.

By Train : Karjat is a main railway station under the Mumbai railway division. Karjat is connected to all Indian cities through Mumbai rail head. Taxi services are available from Karjat to Mumbai, which is 90 km away and cost about Rs 1700.

By BUS : Karjat is well connected to other cities in and around by state owned public transport buses. Many private owned buses also provide transport service between Karjat and neighboring cities, including Mumbai and Panavel.

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

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Royal Garden Veg Hotel ; Gurunagar, Karjat, Maharashtra 410201.; Ph – N.A. ; 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 New Santos ; Kacheri Road Karjat, Aamrai, Karjat, Maharashtra 410201.; Ph – N.A. ; 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

• Thakare Hotel ; Char Phata, Matheran Road, Maharashtra State Highway 79, Bhisegaon, Karjat, Maharashtra 410201. ; Ph – 099 87 258666 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Visawa Hotel ; Neral – Matheran Rd, Halivali, Karjat, Maharashtra 410201.; Ph – 086 98 111444; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking.

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• Lucky’s Korner ;  Halivali, Karjat, Maharashtra 410201. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Indian.

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River Rafting ; Ulhas river, Karjat, Maharashtra, India. ; Cost – Max of 15 people per group, Rs 1,600 per person. ; Visiting Time –  N.A. ; Closed Time :  N.A.

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India /Tamil Nadu / Sivaganga /Karaikudi

Karaikudi is the biggest city in the Sivaganga district located in the state of Tamil Nadu in the southern portion of India. An Indian magazine has listed this fine city as one of the five fastest growing vacation spots for tourists. Tourists like to visit this area for the old historic buildings that are there, the excellent shopping, and the outstanding local cuisine. Historically, this city played a major role in the momentous India freedom struggle. Karaikudi is traditionally part of the ancestral home of the Chettiyars. The Nattukottai Chettiyars was a prosperous banking community that was successful in overseas business in South and Southeast Asia during the 19th and early 20th centuries. It is the members of this business community that built and then lived in many, but not all, of the historical buildings in the area. There are also several famous temples in the region as well that had nothing to do with the Chettiyars. Karaikudi is the largest of a total of 75 villages that are located in close proximity of each other and make up the entire homeland of the Nattukottai Chettiyars. This happening city has become a popular shooting spots for film makers in both the Tamil and the Telugu film industries.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 630001

STD Code: 4565

Info Website: .karaikudi.com/

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : Nearest airport to Karaikudi is Madurai domestic terminal, which is about 60 km from Karaikudi. Cab charges about Rs 1200 from airport to Karaikudi. Madurai is connected to Chennai by many flights in a day.

By Train : Karaikudi is connected by rail to Madurai (60 km) and Chennai (456 km). All major cities can be reached from Karaikudi through Chennai central station. Taxi cab charges about Rs 1200 from Madurai to Karaikudi.

By BUS : Lots of public and private bus services are available from Karaikudi. Tamil Nadu Road Transport Corporation Buses connect Karaikudi with many cities in and around.

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

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• The Bangala ; Devakottai Road, Senjai, Karaikkudi, Tamil Nadu 630001. ; Ph – 04565 220 221 ; 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 Annapoorna ; 45, Koviloor Road, Karaikkudi Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu 630001. ; Ph – N.A. ; 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 Subhalakshmi Palace ; No.1 Church 1st Street, Sekkalai, Karaikkudi, Tamil Nadu 630001. ; 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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• The Bangala Restaurant ;  Devakottai Road, Karaikudi H O, Karaikudi – 630001. ; M –  (04565) 24934851 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Annalakshi Restaurant Karaikudi ;  Golden Singar Hotels, Near Periyar Statue, 100 Feet Road, Karaikudi H O, Karaikudi – 630001. ; M –  (04565) 235521 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Saffron Restaurant ;  No 1 Subhalakshmi Hotel, Near Pandian Cinema Hall, Church First Street Sekkalai Road, Karaikudi H O, Karaikudi – 630001 ; M –  (04565) 235200 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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

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• Police : 100

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India /Maharashtra /Satara /Karad

Karad is a very calm and peaceful location present in the Indian state of Maharashtra. This destination is a major tourist attraction, and many tourists flock here from around the country. Families mainly visit the town of Karad because the landscape is serene and beautiful, thus providing an ideal platform for picnicking and other group activities. Karad is located in a picture perfect setting, with two rivers flowing into the town, namely the rivers Koyna and Krishna. While in Karad, you can visit the nearby town of Pal, which is located at a distance of two miles from Karad. This hilly town is also a popular tourist destination in the region due to an ancient temple located at the hilltop. There are many Buddhist caves that lie near the town of Karad and these are added attractions in the town.The Devi Krishnamai temple in Karad is a very popular temple that attracts a lot of tourists to this region. This temple is located at the banks of the river Krishna. A temple dedicated to Koynamai, also called as the Devi Koynamai temple, is located on the banks of the river Koyna. There are four hills (including Pal) that surround the town of Karad and these are famous as well. The town of Karad is poised amidst four hills; hence the climate here is not moderate, with very cold winters and hot summers. The three main seasons in the town of Karad are the seasons of summer, winter and monsoon.

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Category : Lake

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 415110

STD Code: 2164

Info Website: http://www.karad.in/

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : Karad has its own Domestic Airport named as Karad Airport which is well connected to a spectrum of cities in the country. The second nearest International Airport is Pune International Airport, roughly 178 Kms from Karad. Pune International Airport is well connected to major cities like Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Nagpur through Air India, Air India Express, Indigo, Jet Airways and Spice Jet.

By Train : The town of Karad has a railway station, and this railway station is located at a distance of around four kilometres from the main town. The railway station at Karad has regular trains to the cities of Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Sangli and even Kolhapur. Train fares are cheaper and will range around Rs 200 to 250.

By BUS : Karad is well connected with many of the major cities in Maharashtra by state owned bus services. Private luxury deluxe buses are operated from Karad to many cities in India.

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

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Sangam Hotel ; P.B. Road, National Highway 4, Malakapur, Karad, Maharashtra 415110. ; Ph – 02164 222 871 ; 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 Pankaj Executive ; Poona-Bangalore Highway, Near New Koyana Bridge, Karad-415110 MH ; Ph – 02164 222 570 ; 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 Alankar ; 33/B, Shaniwar Peth, Opp to Bus Stand, Karad, Maharashtra 415110 ; Ph – 02164 222 514 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Golden Tadka ; 1st Floor, Manorath Complex, Near Ajanta Weigh Bridge, Karad, Maharashtra 415110. ; Ph – 099 23 477755 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking.

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

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India /Punjab /Kaporthala /Kaporthala

Kaporthala is a city in the state of Punjab in the district of Kaporthala. The city is a good mix of modern and historical culture. The city has a rich cultural heritage that goes back to many centuries and was a princely state as well.The buildings that are located in and around the city are built in Indo-French style. There are many exquisite buildings and gardens that one can see in and around the place. Many palaces can be found in the city of Kaporthala as well.Kaporthala experiences climate that is very similar to much of the other parts of the state of Punjab. The conditions are extreme and vary tremendously according to the seasons. Summers are typically hot and dry and the heat can be stifling. The short monsoon season brings substantial rainfall and humidity also increases. Winters are bitterly cold and temperatures can drop rapidly.The summer season starts in the month of March and ends in June.Some of the main points of attraction in the city are the Jagatjit Palace, Moorish Mosque, Elysee Palace, Jagatjit Club, Shalimar Gardens, The State Gurdwara, Panch Mandir, Kanjli Wetlands, Gurudwara Ber Sahib and Pushpa Gujaral Science City.The architecture of the Sainik School (also known as the Jagatjit Palace) is based on the Versailles Palace and it is located in an area of over 200 acres. It is one of the main examples of the French architectural style in the country.Another interesting piece of architectural value is the Jagatjit Club which is built in Greco-Roman Pantheon style. This is a popular place to visit in the city. It is based on the design of the Athens Acropolis.

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Category : City

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 144602

STD Code: 1822

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Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : The closest airport is located in the city of Amritsar and this is an international airport as well. Many airline operators have flights from the city of Delhi and this makes it the ideal option. Amritsar also receives a constant stream of flights from many countries in the Middle East. Taxis are available at the airport and since the distance is short, the trip is comfortable and relatively inexpensive. They cost around Rs 800 for the trip.

By Train : The closest major railway station is located in the city of Jalandhar. The station is connected to most of the cities and towns in the state and one can reach the place easily. The distance from Jalandhar to Kaporthala is around 19 km and taxis charge around Rs 300 for the trip.

By BUS : State run buses are a preferred mode of transport and one can reach Kaporthala from Amritsar and Jalandhar by buses as well. Tickets from Jalandhar cost around Rs 20 and this is the cheapest option. Government buses might be crowded and finding seating might be difficult.

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

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Ramneek Hotel ; Kapurthala, Punjab 144602.; Ph – N.A. ; 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 Natraj ; Kapurthala Rd, Shivaji Nagar, Kapurthala, Punjab 144602; Ph – N.A. ; 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

• Taj Regency ; Amritsar Rd, Shanti Nagar, Kapurthala, Punjab 144602; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• London Hotel ; opp. manohar lal jain indian oil petrol pump, kapurthala road, kapurthala, Punjab, 144601. ; Ph – 0182 223 0166 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking.

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• Oberoi’s Special Resturant ;  Kapurthala Rd, Rabbit Avenue, Kapurthala, Punjab 144601.
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• Basant Restaurant ;  Bsnl Road, Near District Courts, Kapurthala, Punjab 144601 ; M –  099 14 293000 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

• Royal Village Restaurant ;  Opposite Model Town Double Road, Kanjali Road, Kapurthala Ho, Kapurthala – 144601. ; M –  9888914142 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

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Kapurthala Heritage Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Heritage Festivals are organized every year in Kapurhtala, Amritsar and Patiala to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of India. There is a coming together of craftsmen, puppeteers, musicians, dancers, and theater artist from all over the country to showcase there talent and spread awareness of their craft.

Baisakhi ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Punjab is well-known for the celebration of Baisakhi. This festival is celebrated at several places in the state and is organized from 13th to 15th April every year and lasts for three days from 1st to 3rd day of Hindi month of Baisakh, the month of Harvest.It is a cultural festival for the locals and is regarded as the most important Punjabi festival. The thousands of Sikh pilgrims arrive each year from all over the country to celebrate this festival.

Lohri ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Lohri in Kapurthala is celebrated with great gusto just before the day of Makar Sankranti. Lohri is one of the most beautifully celebrated festivals of the place and is enjoyed with singing special Lohri songs and dancing merrily to the beats of Dhol.

 

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