India /Maharashtra /Gondia /Gondia

Gondia is very popular among tourists, and this town in located in the Gondia district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The district of Gondia is mainly famous for its wildlife and its natural scenery, and you can visit the various national parks that are located in the region in order to merge as one with nature. For this reason, the town of Gondia is famous among families, who flock to the town regularly in order to visit these parks, as the town of Gondia serves as a base for these activities. Navegaon National Park is located in the southern part of Gondia, and this park can be easily reached by buses. You can spot many species of birds and animals in the national park at Navegaon, including jungle cats, tigers, panthers, palm cavets, jackals and wolfs. You can also lounge around in the rest houses present in the national park. The wild life sanctuary at Nagzira is yet another important tourist destination, and this sanctuary has more than 34 species of mammals, 36 species of reptiles and 166 species of birds. You can spot many animals like jackals, panthers, tigers and wolves in this sanctuary too.

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Category : City

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 441601

STD Code: 7182

Info Website: tourismguideindia.com/gondia.htm

Best Time to Visit:  October to March

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By Air : Nagpur Airport is the nearest airport to Gondia at a distance of about 160 Km. Nagpur Airport is one of the major airport of India and have regular flights from all over the India. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport : 0712 280 7501.

By Train : The town of Gondia has a well established railway station that many trains pass through, including trains from the cities of Kolkata and Mumbai. You can also opt for trains from the stations of Nagpur and Mumbai to Gondia’s railway station. Train fares will range around Rs 300.

By BUS : State government public transport buses ply between Gondia and other cities in the state. Tourist bus services at regular intervals are available from Mumbai to Gondia.

By Taxi : Gondia is well connected by a road network and national Highway. The tourist can reach to Gondia by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Pacific Hotel ; Rail Toli, Gondia, Maharashtra.; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking, Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel City Heart ; Sindhi Colony, Gondia, Maharashtra 441601.; Ph – N.A. ; 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

• Hotel Annapurna ; Ramnagar, Gondia, Maharashtra 441614. ; 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

• Gateway Hotel Gondia ; Katangi, Vijaynagar, Gondia, Maharashtra 441601.; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Non-smoking rooms, Travel Desk, 24-hour room service, Free airport shuttle, Laundry, Wheel chair access.

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• Red Chili Restaurant ;  Sindhi Colony, Gondia, Maharashtra 441601. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Indian.

• Swaruchi Vegetarian Restaurant ;  Hospital Road, Near Indira Gandhi Stadium, Sindhi Colony, Gondia, Maharashtra 441601. ; M –  094 22 133131 ; Food Serve :  Indian.

• Kathi N Kabab ;  Ganesh Nagar, Gondia, Maharashtra 441601 ; M –  093 72 611313 ; Food Serve :  Indian.

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• Ashoka Restaurants and Bar ; State Highway 249, Gondia, Maharashtra, India. ; Ph/M: N.A. ; Cost:  N.A. ; Food Serve : N.A.
• Kailash Bar ; Railway Station Road, Arjuni Morgaon, Gondia – 441701. ; Ph/M: 9325227894 ; Cost:  N.A. ; Food Serve : N.A.

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

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

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India /Andra pradesh /Guntur /Guntur

Guntur is a city that is located in the Guntur District in the State of Andhra Pradesh. Guntur is located 64 km from the Bay of Bengal and has good access to most of the major cities in the State. Guntur is a well developed city and it is considered a center for learning. There are many monuments such as the Amaravati, Sitanagaram and Bhattiprolu that can be seen in Guntur. Guntur is known as major center for textiles and transportation. Guntur and the nearby areas have many Buddhist influences and it is said that Buddha performed the first Kalachakra in this region. The earliest known rulers of Guntur are thought to be the Pratipulapra Kings. There are many references to Guntur in some of the ancient Sanskrit texts. Guthikonda caves and Stinagaram are some of the interesting places to visit in the Guntur region. They are believed to be old and there are references to them in Vedic Puranas. Hyder Ali and the Nizam of Hyderabad ruled the city before the European colonial powers arrived in Guntur. Guntur was the French capital for a brief while. The city has a mix of urban and regional life style and there are many resorts that are located a short distance from the Guntur city. Climatic conditions in Guntur are extremely hot and the temperatures are very high during the summer season. Guntur experiences weather conditions that are similar to other parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh.

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Category : Temples

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 5220xx

STD Code: 863

Info Website: guntur.nic.in/

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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Guntur stands in the plains and is surrounded by a rocky hills and is covered by scrub jungle. The temple here is dedicated to Lord Siva. The deity is called Kapotheswara, after the famous story of Sibi mentioned in the Mahabharata, where, he is said to have sacrificed a part of his own body, as an offering to an eagle, which was pursuing a pigeon or a Kapotha, in order to save it from destruction. This story is a renowned one not only, in Hindu mythology, but also in the Buddhist Jataka tales, which give us the lives of Siddhartha, the Buddha, in his previous Janmas. The Sibi Jataka is as hoary and sacred to the Buddhist, as an embodiment of ‘Saranagata vatsala, ‘as Sibi Chakravarti is to the Hindu, as a supreme symbol of Raja Dharma’ which enjoins a king to protect the refugee even at the cost of his own life. This is probably the only temple in the whole of India dedicated to Lord Siva as Kapotheswara.

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By Air : The nearest international airport is located in Hyderabad which is around 4.5 hours away from the city. There are taxis that are available from the Hyderabad Airport to Guntur. Taxis charge around Rs 2500 for the trip. Prepaid taxis are the best option from the airport.

By Train : There are frequent train services from all the metros and Guntur is one of the main stations in the State. Guntur railway station is a transit point for many trains and there are regular train services from most of the State capitals as well. Auto rickshaws are available from the railway station and they are good way to reach the various places in the city. Prices are negotiable and they may not run on meter.

By BUS : Guntur is well connected to cities such as Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and many other places through National Highways. There are buses from Hyderabad to Guntur on a daily basis and they are a good option. Private operatoRs charge around Rs 300 for non A/C buses.

By Taxi : Guntur is well connected by a road network and national Highway. The tourist can reach to Guntur by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Geetha Residency ; D No:6-4-70, 4th Ln, Arundelpet, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh 522002 ; Ph – 0863 221 9101 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Laundry, Parking, Bus Parking, Banquet facilities.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Sindoori Hotel ; 4/7, Brodipet, 4th Ln, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh 522002 ; Ph – 0863 225 4233 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Indoor Parking, Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Nagarjuna Grand Hotel ; Arundelpet, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh 522002.; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Laundry, Parking, Doctor on call.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Vajrams Residency ; Brodipet, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. ; Ph – 0863 232 7979 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking, Doctor on call.

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• Anwar Restaurant ;  12th Ln, Arundelpet, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh 522601. ; M –  0863 233 3339 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Teenega Restaurant ;  Gardens-Vidya Nagar, Brindavan Gardens, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh 522006. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Viceroy Biryani Point ;  4th Ln, Arundelpet, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh 522002. ; M –  0863 223 2140 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Pongal ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  January ; Details:  One of the most awaited events in Guntur and all over the state, Pongal is celebrated with great passion and vigour. The term Pongal signifies sweet dish of rice which is eaten on the Pongal festival day. Jaggery, Cardamom and cashew nuts are also included in this dish for the celebration. The local people dedicate this dish to God Surya, the Sun God. It is one of the most imperative and well known festivals held in the month of mid January every year.

Ugadi ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  April ; Details:  Ugadi is a famous festival in Andhra Pradesh. It is considered as New Year’s Day in Andhra culture and also known as Gudi Padwa in Maharashtra and Ugadi in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

Ganesh Chaturthi ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  August-September ; Details:  Ganesh Chaturthi is another famous festival of the town. This festival is held in the months of August-September and is one of the famous festivals in Guntur. It is celebrated with immense passion.

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

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

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India /Madhya Pradesh / Guna / Guna

Guna is located in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. This town is a very scenic place that is located in the banks of the Parvati River. The town is present in the Guna district of the state, and it has enormous historical significance. The town once played a role as a prominent center of the Avanti Kingdom, and was taken under the control of the Gwalior Kingdom during the 18th century. The town is thus sure to attract many history buffs, who will find the remains of such kingdoms in this town very appealing. There are a few interesting places that you can visit during your trip to the town of Guna, and tourists majorly travel to this town to indulge in some exploration. There are options for many outdoor activities here as well, and these can be taken up by the adrenaline charged ones among you. You will have options for participating in water activities and hiking, and you can also explore your way through the rich flora and fauna. The Chambal Garden in Guna is an interesting place that you can visit during your trip to the region. This garden is very popular among the locals, and families travel here from all nearby towns for picnicking. You can also visit Brijvilas Palace and the Maharao Madho Singh Museum. The town of Guna experiences a dry tropical climate, and the place does not receive as much rainfall as the southern regions of Madhya Pradesh do. The basic seasons are summers, winters and the monsoon. You can travel to the town during the winter months, as the weather will be pleasant and sightseeing during this time can be fun.

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Category : Heritage

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 473001

STD Code: 7542

Info Website: www.guna.nic.in

Best Time to Visit:  October-March

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By Air : The nearest airport is the one located in the capital city of Bhopal. This city has a major airport that is well connected to important destination across the country. The airport in Bhopal is located at a distance of around 188 kilometers way from Guna. Cabs and buses can be taken from the airport to Guna. The airport in Bhopal will have regular flights to many destinations including Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Indore and Hyderabad.

By Train : Guna Railway Station is the nearest station located in Guna. Guna Railway Station is one of the major stations of India and is well connected with the cities of India. It has regular trains from Delhi, Jammu Tawi, Bhopal.

By BUS : Guna is well connected to other major cities of the country via regular buses.

By Taxi : Guna is well connected by a road network and national Highway. The tourist can reach to Guna by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

By Other : N.A.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Siddharth ; A.B.Road, Guna, Madhya Pradesh 473001. ; Ph – N.A. ; 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 The Sara ; A.B.Road,Guna, Madhya Pradesh 473001. ; Ph – 075 42 268068 ; 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

• Hotel Varun ; AB road, Guna, Madhya Pradesh,473001. ; Ph – 075 42 223280 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk,24-hour room service,Air conditioning,Conference facilities,Elevators, Laundry,Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Jain Residency ; Choudhary Mohalla, Guna, Madhya Pradesh 473001 ; Ph – 075 42 230372 ; Facilities – Non-smoking rooms, Travel Desk,24-hour room service,Free airport shuttle, Laundry,Wheel chair access.

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• Silver Spoon ;  Model Town Colony, Guna, Madhya Pradesh 473001. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Indian.

• Asha Dweep Resturant ;  AB road, Model Town Colony, Guna, Madhya Pradesh 473001. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Indian.

• Gwal Restaurant ;  Laxmi Ganj, Guna, Madhya Pradesh 473001. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Indian.

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Safety / WarningEdit

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

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

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India /Jharkhand /Gumla /Gumla

Gumal town is located in the Gumla district in the State of Jharkhand. The town used to be a small village and has since grown into a small size town. The most famous event in the town of Gumla is the Gau Mela which happens every year and goes on for a week. There are few dances and festivals that take place in Gumla. The Naga Dynasty Kings and the British have been the main rulers in the area. Gumla district officially came into being in 1984. There are a few tourist attractions that are available at Gumla. Some of them are Birsa Mundra Agro Park, Palkot, Hapamuni and Tanginath. There are a few small settlements and hamlets that are located near the town of Gumla. The hill station Rajendra is known for its scenic beauty and is one of the lesser known tourist spots in the area. It is as pristine as any other hill station in the country. Baghmunda is famous for its relief carvings and stone statues. Anjan is small village around 18 km from Gumla, it is a site of archeological importance and many of the objects found here can be found at the Patna museum. Gumla experiences mild weather throughout the year. Travelers can visit the place at any time and the winters are mild and cool. The conditions are generally considered are temperate. There are three mains seasons in Gumla.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 835207

STD Code: 6524

Info Website: gumla.nic.in/beta

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

HistoryEdit

Gumla district lies in ‘the land of forests’ state Jharkhand. The place is well known for its natural beauty and hill resorts. This area was under the Lohardaga province during British rule. It was around 1843 that it was brought under Bishunpur province that was later named as Ranchi. And the district of Ranchi came into existence in the year 1899. The territory that is now occupied by the current district of Gumla became a sub-division of the district of Ranchi in 1902. This district was formed on 18 May 1984 by separating the Gumla sub-division from the rest when Ranchi was under the then Bihar state. Blessed with abundant natural beauty, mineral resources and scenic locations, the city of Gumla is synonymous with dense forests, hills and rivers. Though the place has great historical importance, not much has been done to bring it under tourist purview. Gumla is one city that lies in solitude with all its historical wonders waiting to sing their paeans of glory to those who would care to listen.

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By Air : The nearest airport is located at Ranchi which is located around 97 km from the town. There are frequent bus services that are available from Ranchi to Gumla. There are taxi services that are available from the city of Ranchi to the town of Gumla.

By Train : Bano Railway Station is the nearest station located about  56 km from Gumla. Bano Railway Station is one of the major stations of India and is well connected with the cities of India.

By BUS : Jharkhand government buses run frequently from Ranchi. They are cheap and frequent. This is a good option as they are available easily. However buses are usually crowded and carrying luggage is difficult. The buses usually charge around Rs 50 for the trip to Gumla.

By Taxi : The best option is to hire taxis from Ranchi and drive to Gumla. The drive takes around 2 hours and the roads are picturesque. Taxi services are available from Ranchi, some of them are,Akash Taxi, Phone No-.0651 2310507,Punjab Travels, Phone No-9815104949.

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Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Bindesh Hotel ; Near Gumla Bus Stand, Lohar Dagga Road, Gumla, Jharkhand. ; Ph – 06524-223789 ; Facilities – Parking, Doctor on call, Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Santosh Rest House ; Palkot Road, Tower Chowk, Gumla, Jharkhand. ; Ph – 06524-223462 ; Facilities – Non-smoking rooms, Dry cleaning/laundry, Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry.

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• Lata Debi Family Restaurant ;  Gumla, Main Road, Gumla H O, Gumla – 835207. ; M –  9308029464 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Trishakti Family Restaurant ;  Near Uco Bank, Palkot Road, Gumla H O, Gumla – 835207. ; M –  9955082212 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Nawa Khani ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  It is celebrated after harvesting of crops . People offer new rice and wine to their so called deity . It is celebrated in rotation from one family to other .In the family where it is celebrated the village men gather and they enjoy local wine HARIA . They do folk dance in which each person of the village participate without any difference of age, caste & sex.

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

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

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India /Uttar Pradesh /Mathura / Govardhan

Govardhana exemplifies two renditions. Literally the term stands for something that increases the senses. Thus what one can attain from visiting this holy abode of young Krishna is the enlightenment of one’s wits. Govardhan has surpassed all the dhams of Hindu religion with its enormous legendary tales and traditions. Closely linked with the past time stories of the blue god, this sacred place on the hilly terrain of Giriraj peak is a much coveted place which gains equal accolades from all the fractions of the Hindu religion. This legendary peak adorns a significant place in all most all the Vedic scriptures and it is presumed that this peak is descended from heaven to assist the lord in his divine activities. Traditions say that once the lord had saved the life of the people of Vraj from the torrential rain by lifting the peak of Govardhana in his left hand for seven consecutive days. Vedas render a two fold manifestation to this great peak, where in the peak is narrated as the greatest devotee of the lord and in some places this peak step in to the shoes of the lord and is indistinguishable from the lord himself. One of the venerated places of Vaishnavite tradition, Govardhana acquires tremendous impact in the spiritual life of a devotee and it is believed that Govardhana Parikrama would fetch the devotee with much more boon that they would acquire from anywhere else. Aptly described as the crown jewel of Vraj, Govardhana stands synonymous with the lord himself. As the center stage of his transcendental past times this peak now adorns the status of a deity.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 281502

STD Code: 565

Info Website:

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : Delhi International airport is the nearest one, which is 165 km away from Govardhan. Delhi airport is well connected with major cities within the country and abroad. Taxis are available from Delhi and it takes about 9 hours to reach Govardhan and fare is about Rs 2,500.

By Train : Nearest railhead is at Mathura, which is 26 km away from Govardhan. Taxi cabs are available from Mathura and it charges about Rs 350. Mathura Railway junction is an important rail head in the Mumbai – Delhi, Chennai – Delhi rail route. Pre-paid taxi services are available from Mathura to near by destinations. Regular train services are available from Mathura to Delhi and also to other cities in India.

By BUS : Govardhan is well connected with nearby cities like Agra, Faizabad and Allahabad by state owned road transport corporation buses via Mathura. Tourist Deluxe bus services are available from Delhi to Mathura, costing about Rs 500 per head.

By Taxi : Govardhan is well connected by a road network and national Highway. The tourist can reach to Govardhan by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Radha Ashok at Brij Vasundhara ; Aanyor Parikrama Marg Danghati, Govardhan, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281502. ; Ph – 0565 253 0395 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Laundry, Parking, Bus Parking, Banquet facilities.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Gaurav Hotel ; Mathura Goverdhan Road Lathokari Mahadev Temple, Govardhan, Uttar Pradesh 281502. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Indoor Parking, Doctor on call.

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Govardhan Puja ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Govardhan Puja is dedicated to the Govardan Mountain near Mathura, which was lifted by Lord Krishna to save the people of Braj from heavy rains and flood created by Lord Indra. Apart from worship of Lord Krishna and Govardhan Mountain, people perform Govardhan Parikrama, circumambulating the hill. It is an important event on the day.The festival of Govardhan Puja is also known as Annakut, as the food offered by devotees is so much that it takes the form of a mountain.

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

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

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India / West Bengal /Jalpaiguri /Gorumara National Park

Gorumara National Park is a National Park in northern West Bengal, India. Located in the Terai region of the Himalayan foothills, it is a medium-sized park with grasslands and forests. It is primarily known for its population of Indian Rhinoceros. The park has been declared as the best among the protected areas in India by the Ministry of Environment and Forests for the year 2009.

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Category : Wildlife

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 735101

STD Code: 3561

Info Website:

Best Time to Visit:  October – May

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Gorumara was a reserve forest since 1895. The park was declared a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1949, on account of its breeding population of Indian Rhinoceros. It was declared an Indian National Park on January 31, 1994. Originally as small as 7 km², Gorumara has grown by incorporating neighbouring lands to about 80 km².

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By Air : The Bagdogra Airport has excellent connectivity to several Indian cities and one can travel to the place from Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, Guwahati. Taxis are available from the airport to the national park and they cost around Rs 7 per kilometer.

By Train : The Jalpaiguri Railway Station is the nearest station and this is the most suitable option for those who wish to travel by rail. The station is well connected to many Indian cities and these include Cochin, Bangalore, New Delhi and Kolkata. Taxis are available at the station and these can be used to reach the national park.

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By Taxi : Gorumara National Park is well connected by a road network and national Highway. The tourist can reach to Gorumara National Park by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

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• Beware of pickpockets.

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

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India /Orissa /Ganjam / Gopalpur

Gopalpur, also known as Gopalpur-on-Sea, is a beach town in the Ganjam district in Orissa state in India. It is located in the region of Bay of Bengal in Indian Ocean. It is famed as a popular tourist destination in Orissa. An 18th century Krishna (Gopal) temple constructed in this fishing village was the origin of the name Gopalpur. Gopalpur is credited with a majestic past and the ruins of the ancient commercial port is the living symbol of its grandeur past. Gopalpur is a historically important town, sewn with the rule of British East India Company. This was an important trading centre during British Rule. The city was vibrant with many ware houses and business activities in the port. The port had become the centre for the sale of Rice from Rangoon, Burma. Present Gopalpur is a calm and beautiful beach town with tourists flocking to its lap to enjoy the natural beauty of the soft sandy beach. It is a most sought beach in Orissa by the people who look for secluded vacations. Gentle wheat sand dunes, coconut groves laid in a beautiful style and eye catching with green palms, the mesmerizing beauty of the sea and the pleasant climate make this spectacular beach a destination for thousands of tourists every year. The beach festival, which is conducted every year under the auspices of Government of Orissa, is a major attraction here. One can enjoy the grandeur beauty of sea, the rare chance of living among the varied culture of fishermen community and the mighty sea fishing experiences. The delicious cuisine made out of sea fish is another attraction to spend many days in this mighty beach. One can loll on the soft beach, enjoying the mighty breeze and pleasant warm. The beautiful views of high tide waves reaching up to the top of yacht can never be forgotten by any visitor of Gopalpur-on-Sea. Gopalpur has a pleasant moderate temperature through out the year.

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Category : Beaches

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 761002

STD Code: 680

Info Website:

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : The nearest airport is Biju Patnaik airport at Bhubaneswar, which is nearly 180 km away from the heart of the Gopalpur city. It costs about Rs 3000 by taxi cab. The airport is connected to Delhi and Mumbai. International travelers need to get connections through Delhi.

By Train : The nearest railhead is Berhampur, which is about 16 km from Gopalpur. Taxi fare from railway station to Gopalpur is about Rs 300. Berhampur is well connected to many major cities in India.

By BUS : State Road Transport buses are frequently available from Gopalpur to many nearby cities. Gopalpur is well connected by buses to Berhampur, Bhubaneshwar (180 km) and Puri (242 km).

By Taxi : Gopalpur is well connected by a road network and national Highway. The tourist can reach to Gopalpur by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Sea Pearl ; Beach Road, Gopalpur-On-Sea, Gopalpur, Odisha 761002. ; Ph – 0680 234 3556 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, Beauty salon, Body Treatments, Game Room, Shopping Arcade, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Kalinga Hotel ; Near Sea Pearl Hotel, Gopalpur-On-Sea, Gopalpur, Odisha, Gopalpur, 761002. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Game Room, Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Swosti Palm Resort ; Off Gopalpur Main Rd, Near Gopalpur Light House, Gopalpur, Ganjam, Orissa, 761002. ; Ph – 0680 234 3718 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, 24-Hour Security, Doctor on call.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Sea Side Breeze ; Opposite NIST Ladies Hostel, Gopalpur, Odisha, 761002. ; Ph – 0680 224 2075 ; Facilities – 24-hour room service, Laundry, Parking, Doctor on call.

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• Shining Dew ;  Shining Dew, Sea Beach, Beach Road, Gopalpur, – 761002. ; M –  9439135535 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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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 Gopalpur city. Ratha Yatra is popular for its distinctive culture. 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.
Diwali ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  October or November ; Details:  One of the most important festivals of Hindus, Diwali, is also well known by the name of “Festival of Lights” or Deepavali. It is celebrated in the month of October or November. Diwali in Gopalpur is celebrated with great pomp and show. Goddess Lakshmi is worshiped on this festival.

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

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

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India / Gujarat /Rajkot / Gondal

Gondal is located in the Indian state of Gujarat. There are many important destinations that you can visit in Gondal, as this is a popular tourist destination among the locals as well as foreigners. Gondal is one of the remaining few towns that hold the real cultural heritage of the Rajput kings and early rulers in Gujarat. While visiting the town of Gondal, you should visit the Riverside Palace, which is a famous landmark in the town. This palace was built by Maharaja Bhagwat Sinhji in 1875, and this structure still stands tall, having aced the test of time. The interiors are beautifully decorated with enchanting artwork, and the furnishings are one of their kind and unique. This is a must visit destination in Gondal. You can also visit the Oxford Palace, also called as the Huzoor Palace, during your trip to Gondal. This magnificent palace is located among gardens of fruit bearing trees. Gondal also serves as the base for visiting many other interesting places in Gujarat. You can visit the Girnar peak, which stands 3660 feet high. The nearby town of Dhorai also houses a huge palace that is called the Dabargadh Palace. The town of Rajkot is also an interesting tourist destination located near Gondal.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 360311

STD Code: 2825

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Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : The nearest airport is located in the town of Rajkot, and this airport is a domestic airport. Frequent flights will be available to all major destinations within the country from here, especially to the city if Mumbai.

By Train : Trains will be available till the railway station in Rajkot, from where you will have to opt for buses to Gondal. Train fares from Mumbai to Rajkot will range around Rs 275.

By BUS : The town of Gondal has direct buses from Mumbai, and both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses are available from Mumbai.

By Taxi : Gondal is well connected by a road network and national Highway. The tourist can reach to Gondal by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

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Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Orchard Palace ; The Orchard Palace, Huzoor Palace Complex, Gondal 360311, India ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• The Riverside Palace ; Ashapura Road, Gondal, 360311. ; 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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• Beware of pickpockets as Gondal is a major tourist city in India.

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

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India /Jharkhand /Godda /Godda

Godda is located in the Indian state of Jharkhand. This town is a rustic and small tribal location present in a district of the same name. Godda lies in the north eastern part of Jharkhand, and is surrounded by thick forests, hilly regions and also sparkling rivers that flow through the landscape. Tourists mainly frequent the town of Godda to revel in its natural charm and beauty, and merge as one with the surroundings. There are not many distinct tourist places to visit in Godda, and the place can serve as an idle weekend retreat for tired souls. While in the town of Godda, you can visit Lalmatiya, which is located in the region. This is a very large open mine, and touted to be the largest in Asia. Many tourists flock to this mine during their trip to Godda. You can also visit the Khajjiya Bridge in Godda, which is yet another famous tourist destination. The Gulzar Bagh in Godda is also a good place to visit. There are many destinations of religious importance as well in Godda, and the Shiv Temple here is frequented by tourists from all across the country. You can also visit the Gur Masher Dham, which is another pilgrim hotspot. Godda experiences a tropical wet and dry climate, and the basic seasons in this region are summers, winters and the monsoon.

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Category : Temples

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 814133

STD Code: 6422

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Best Time to Visit:  November – March

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By Air : Ranchi Airport is the nearest airport to Godda at a distance of about 364 Km. Ranchi Airport is one of the major airport of India and have regular flights from all over the India.

By Train : Trains cannot be taken to Godda directly due to the lack of a major railway station. Trains can be taken to the nearest railway station in Bhagalpur, from where Godda can be easily reached. The railway station in Bhagalpur will have regular trains to New Delhi, Danapur, Mumbai, Varanasi, Ranchi, Guwahati, Gaya, Surat and even Dibrugarh.

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By Taxi : Godda is well connected by a road network and national Highway. The tourist can reach to Godda by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

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Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Anjana Hotel ; Shree Ganesh Tower, Main Road, Godda, Jharkhand – 814133. ; Ph – 06422-220128 ; 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 Godda is a major tourist city in India.

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

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India / Jharkhand /Giridh /Giridh

Giridh is located in the Indian state of Jharkhand. This town is located in a district of the same name, and it is an upcoming tourist destination that is slowly striking a chord among travelers. There are many spots that you can visit in Giridh, including many falls and hills. Many tourists who visit Giridh flock to Usri Falls, which is located at a distance of thirteen kilometers from the town. This is a very popular picnic spot among local families. You can also visit Khandoli Dam, which is a magnificent structure present at a distance of ten kilometers from Giridh. This dam is located near a vast garden and a theme park, and this also serves as an excellent destination for picnics. You can visit Parasnath Hills during your trip to Giridh, and this place is considered very holy by Jains. The Kabir Gyan Mandir in Giridh is a famous spot among pilgrims, and this is an ashram where many religious functions and discourses are regularly held. Other temples that you can visit in Giridh are Kenarinath Dham Mandir, Dukiya Mahadev Temple, Surya Mandir, and Langta Baba Samadhi Sthal. The Samadhi Shtal of Langta Baba is revered by Hindus and Muslims alike, and it is a secular structure where people of all faiths congregate. The town of Giridh experiences a tropical wet and dry climate, similar to the climate experiences by many other regions in the state. The main seasons involved are summers, winters and the monsoon.

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Category : Scenic

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 815301

STD Code: 6532

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Best Time to Visit:  November – March

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By Air : The nearest airport, which in this case lies in the city of Ranchi. Flights to Ranchi will be regularly available from all major destinations in the country including Patna, Delhi and Kolkata. Flights from Mumbai to Ranchi will also be available.

By Train : The nearest well connected railway station are at Ranchi (185 km).

By BUS : You can opt for buses in order to reach Giridh as the town is well connected through this mode of transport. Buses to Giridh will be available from all nearby destinations. You can also opt for cabs from major cities in Jharkhand in order to reach Giridh.

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

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Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Mansarovar ; Tundi Rd, Paratdih, Giridih, Jharkhand 815301. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Valet Parking, Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Galy International ; Court Road, Giridih, Jharkhand 815301. ; Ph – 06532 221 188 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Doctor on call

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Nikhar Hotel ; Court Road, Giridih, Jharkhand – 815301. ; Ph – 06532-222405 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Baby sitting, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Body Treatments, Concierge, Health Club, Lounge, Massage Services, Valet Parking, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call

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• Madhuban Vegis ;  New Barganda, Giridih, Jharkhand 815301. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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

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

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