India /West Bengal / East Medinipur / Medinipur

Medinipur is a district in the state of West Bengal and the headquarters of the district is the town of Tamluk. Some of the main places in the district are Haldia, Haria, Mahasidal, Panskura, Contai and Chandipur. There are a few places of tourist interest that are located in the district and these include picnic spots and historical sites. The town of Tamluk has many interesting tourist options and these include Rakhil Bati and the archeological museum that was built during the 19th century. There are a few picnic spots that are located in and around the town as well and these include Maahisadal, Matangani Shahid Samarak and Geonkhali. You can also engage in activities such as fishing and angling in the various rivulets that are located in the region. Junput is a popular spot for fishing and this is located at a distance of around 40 kilometers from Diga. Boating and other activities are also possible in Diga. Shankarpur is a clean and virgin beach that is located in the region and it is lined with many casuarinas trees. The place where the Subarnarekha River meets the Bay of Bengal is a popular picnic spot and the entire area is a scenic one. The climatic conditions of the region are by and large similar to the climate of the rest of the state.

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Category : Scenic

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 721401

STD Code: 3222

Info Website: http://purbamedinipur.gov.in/

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : The Nearest Kolkata Airport is the most suitable option for travelers who are arriving by air. The airport is well connected to 25 Indian cities and several foreign places as well. There are daily flights from the cities of Chennai, New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmadabad and Guwahati. There are flights from international cities such as Frankfurt, Singapore and Dubai amongst others. You can hire a taxi from the airport and they cost around Rs 7 per kilometer.

By Train : Nearest railway station is Digha is a terminal railway station on the Tamluk-Digha branch line and is located in Purba Medinipur district in the Indian state of West Bengal. It serves Digha sea-side resort. The railway station is near New Digha beach.

By BUS : Government buses connect the district to most parts of the state. These are a cheap option, however they might not be comfortable and buses are often crowded. Ticket prices vary according to the distance travelled.

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

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Charak Puja ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  An exclusive festival of West Bengal, Charak Puja is a festival celebrated for saying good-bye to the passing year. It is considered that the celebration leads to affluence in the coming year. Charak Puja is celebrated on the midnight of Chaitra Sankranti.

Durga Puja ;Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Durga Puja, dedicated to the Goddess Durga is one of the most awaited events in East Medinipur city. It occurs twice every year and is celebrated with much pomp and show. This eve symbolizes the triumph of Goddess Durga over the devil Mahishasura. It is a wonderful experience to be a part of these festivities in East Medinipur.

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

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India / Arunachal Pradesh /West Kameng /Eagle’s Nest Wildlife Sanctuar

Eagle Nest Wildlife Sanctuary is part of the largest contiguous closed-canopy forest tract of Arunachal Pradesh, administered by kameng protected area complex which also includes Pakke, Sessa, Nameri, and Sonai Rupai sanctuaries and associated reserved forest blocks. The complex covers 3500 km² in area and ranges from 100 metres (328 ft) to 3,300 meters (10,827 ft) in altitude. The sanctuary is a shelter for various birds and animals. Eagle Nest is well known for the variety and number of birds that habitat here. Eagle nest is a prime birding site with more than 450 species of birds. Sanctuary is renowned for its variety of Herpetofauna which includes not less than 34 species of amphibians, 24 species of snakes and 7 species of lizards including 3 geckos, 3 agamids, 4 skinks and other rare species. Eagle nest is a home for at least 15 species of mammals which includes endangered Capped Langur, Bengal tiger, Asian Elephant, Red Panda and more. Eagle Nest also accounts for more than 165 species of butterflies.Best time to visit Eagle Nest Wildlife Sanctuary to spot birds is between November and May. In monsoons, between May and October is termed as best season to spot Butterflies.

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Category : Wildlife

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 790114

STD Code: 7581

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Best Time to Visit:  November and May

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Eagle’s Nest Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Himalayan foothills at West Kameng District of Arunachal Pradesh. Tezpur (Assam) which is at 31 km from the sanctuary is the closest access to Eagle Nest. Eagle Nest was named after the Red Eagle Division of the Indian army which was posted in this area in the 1950s. Eagle Nest ranges from 500 meters (1,640 ft) to 3,250 meters (10,663 ft) above sea level and covers an area of 218 Sq.km. joining with Sessa Orchid Sanctuary to the northeast and Pakhui Tiger Reserve across the Kameng river to the east.

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By Air : Tezpur is the nearest airport to the sanctuary which has biweekly Indian Airlines flight to Kolkata.

By Train : The nearest railway station to the sanctuary is at Bhalukpong from where a bus or taxi can be hired to reach the sanctuary.

By BUS : There is a regular bus service between Tawang/Tezpur.

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India /Tamil Nadu /Kanchepuram / Covelong

Cuddalore is a fast growing city that is located in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. This city has quite a lot to offer to its tourists. You can visit Pichavaram, which is located near Cuddalore. Pichavaram is very famous for its backwaters and boating and rowing here can be a good option. There are many other options available while visiting Pichavaram too, and these include kayak, water sports rowing and canoeing. There are a lot of mangroves in this region too, and gliding through the water between these groves can be quite an exquisite experience indeed. There are countless small islands located away from the mainland, and all these islands have a lush green cover. You can spot many birds here too. The Pataleeshwarar temple in the city of Cuddalore is also an important destination that many pilgrims flock to. The temple is dedicated to the deity Lord Shiva, and is one of the must see sites for pilgrims who are Shaivites. A very ancient structure, the inscriptions in this temple will interest you if you are a history buff. Yet another famous temple and must see destination in Cuddalore is the Tiruvaheendirapuram temple. The winter months in Cuddalore are the months of November, December and January. These months are characterized by lowered temperatures, and the maximum temperature during these months will range around 26°C is the best time to visit the city, in order to effectively visit all the important places in the region.

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Category : Beaches

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 607001

STD Code: 4142

Info Website: http://www.cuddalore.tn.nic.in/

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : The nearest International Airport is Tiruchirapalli International Airport, Tiruchirapalli, roughly two and a half hour drive from Cuddalore. It is well connected to a spectrum of cities in India and abroad such as Bangalore, Chennai, Singapore, and Malaysia etc.

By Train : The city of Cuddalore has two railway stations, and they are both active. There are two railway lines, and one of these is known as the main railway line in Cuddalore. Cuddalore Railway Station which is connected to the major cities of Tamil Nadu. It is also linked with the cities like New Delhi, Bangalore, Mysore, Chennai, Kanyakumari, Puri, Ahmedabad, Tirupati and Kodaikanal.

By BUS : Buses are available to Cuddalore from all major nearby cities and towns. There are frequent buses to Cuddalore from the towns and cities of Chennai, Salem, Trichy, and Tiruvannamalai. There are also buses from Coimbatore, though these are less frequent. Bus fares to Cuddalore will range around Rs 200 to Rs 500,

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

• Hotel Suryapriya ; 1, Nethaji Rd, Near Town Hall, Manjakuppam, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu 607001 ; Ph – 04142 233 178 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Conference facilities, Laundry, Parking, Wheel chair access, Beauty salon, Lounge, Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Arcot Woodlands Hotel ; 1, Bharathi Street, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu.; Ph – 04142-230717 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, Laundry, Parking, Non-smoking rooms, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

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• Padali restaurant ;  Muthaiya Nagar, Thirupapuliyur, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu 607001. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Anandha Bhavan ;  Post Office, Hospital Rd, Manjakuppam, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu 607001. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Tamil New Year ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  April ; Details:  It is a wonderful festival and local people celebrate this festival in the month of April in Cuddalore. This festival is also known as Puthandu or Chithirai Tiru-naal.

Mariamman Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  April and May ; Details:  It is one of the most awaited festivals in Cuddalore city. Local people of Cuddalore celebrate this event with immense pomp and joy. This occasion is held in the month of April and May.

Aadi Peruku ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  It is the festival of River and is celebrated on the 18th day of the Tamil month of Adi. It is one of the most prominent festivals of the city and it is a wonderful experience to be a part of these festivities in Cuddalore.

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India /Tamil Nadu /Kanchepuram / Covelong

Covelong is a small village located near the city of Chennai, in the state of Tamil Nadu. If you are looking for a perfect weekend getaway, then you need not look any further than Covelong as the beaches here are very serene and beautiful. One major advantage that Covelong holds over the other tourist destinations that are located along the coastline is the fact that tourists don’t exactly throng to this place, and it is quite secluded, ideal for some alone-time. You can visit the Dutch fort in this region, which is a must see location. This port was constructed during the late parts of the 19th century, and is now in ruins. This magnificent structure has been converted into a resort, and you can stretch your feet and have a good time here. You can also visit the Catholic Church in Covelong, which is also quite famous in the region. This church is a very tall structure, and is one of the landmarks in the village. In case you have enough time in your itinerary, you can also visit the nearby Mahabalipuram rock temples, which lie in the region and were constructed during the time between the 6th – 8th centuries. The village of Covelong is located near the coast, so the general climate in the region is highly influenced by the sea. Like the rest of Tamil Nadu, Covelong enjoys a tropical climate and has around three basic seasons, including summer, winter and monsoon. Summers in Covelong are quite harsh and hot, while the winters are relatively cool and can be an ideal time to visit the place.

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Category : Beaches

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 603112

STD Code: 471

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Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year

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By Air : The nearest airport is at Chennai, 60-km away. Kamraj Domestic Airport in Chennai is well connected to all major cities in India. All the major airlines provide their service from Chennai to other cities.

By Train : The nearest railway station to Kovalam is located in the city of Chennai, and this is a major railway station that is connected to all major cities. The city of Chennai has frequent trains from Mumbai, Kolkata, Coimbatore, Bangalore, Tuticorin and Hyderabad and reaching Covelong through trains to Chennai is an easy option.

By BUS : Buses to the village of Covelong are available from all major towns and cities. There are frequent buses from the nearby coastal areas of Karaikal, Chennai, Pondicherry and Tranquebar. These buses will ply in both semi-deluxe and deluxe veRsions. Bus fares are relatively moderate and dependent on the class of travel that you are opting for. Bus fares from Chennai will range around Rs 50 at a maximum.

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

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Seaview Resort kovalam ; 5/32 ansari nagar, 5/32, Dargah Rd, Covelong, Tamil Nadu 603112. ; Ph – 099 62 427727 ; Facilities – Travel Desk ,24-hour room service ,Laundry ,Parking ,Banquet facilities ,Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Vivanta by Taj – Fisherman’s Cove ; Covelong Beach, Kancheepuram, Covelong, Tamil Nadu 603112 ; Ph – 044 6741 3333 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk ,24-hour room service ,Laundry ,Parking ,Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• The Grand Beach Resort ; No.5/57,Ansari Nagar, Kovalam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 603112 ; Ph – 095 00 002025 ; Facilities – Travel Desk ,24-hour front desk ,Air conditioning ,Baby sitting ,Conference facilities ,Laundry ,Parking ,Wheel chair access ,Non-smoking rooms ,24-Hour Security ,Body Treatments, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• ECR Beach House ; Sea Shore Kovalam Village, Kanniamman Koil Street, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 603112 ; Ph – 099 40 486044 ; Facilities – Travel Desk ,24-hour front desk ,24-hour room service ,Air conditioning ,Baby sitting ,Conference facilities ,Laundry ,Parking ,Non-smoking rooms ,24-Hour Security ,Cocktail Lounge ,Concierge ,Lounge ,Wedding Services ,Banquet facilities ,Doctor on call.

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• Bay View Point ;  Vivanta by Taj – Fisherman’s Cove, Covelong Beach, Kancheepuram District, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 603112 ; M –  044 6741 3356 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Upperdeck ;  Vivanta by Taj – Fisherman’s Cove, Covelong 603 112, India ; M –  9144 6741 3333 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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

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• Ambulance : 102
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• Police : 100

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India /Tamil Nadu /Tirunelveli / Courtallam

Courtallam is a town that is located in the Tirunelveli District of the State of Tamil Nadu. The place is known for its scenic beauty and there are many waterfalls that are located in the area. Many rivers originate from the region as well. Some of the rivers that originate in the area are the Tambarabarani River, Manimuthar River, Chittar River and the Pachaiyar River. There are many health resorts that can be found in the town and there is a rejuvenating experience for travelers. The town is known as Spa town due to the many health centers. The place is an extremely popular tourist spot in Southern India and it is generally packed during the weekends and other holiday periods. There are a few local resorts and hotels and they are full during the main season. It is advisable to book in advance. Some of the main waterfalls in the region are, The Main falls, Five Falls, Honey Falls, Courtallam falls, Shenbagam Falls and a few smaller ones. The waterfalls are said to have many medicinal values. Some of the falls can be reached only by trekking through the forests. Many tourists from Tamil Nadu and Kerala can be seen in the place and it easily accessible. The climatic conditions in Courtallam are hot and dry during the summer season. During this time the waterfalls are dry and there is very little rainfall in the area.

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Category : Waterfall

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 627802

STD Code: 4633

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Best Time to Visit:  July – March

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By Air : There is no airport in Courtallam. The nearest Airport is Tuticorin Airport, Tamil Nadu, roughly tow hour drive from Courtallam. Tuticorin Airport is well connected to the cities like Chennai, Madurai, Bangalore and Coimbatore.

By Train : The nearest railway station is Sengottai Railway Station, located at a distance of 5 Kms from the town.

By BUS : Courtallam is a major tourist spot, there are many government and private buses that are available from different cities. Buses from Tirunelveli to Courtallam are frequent and they are a good option. They start from the main bus terminus and tickets are cheap. Private buses might be more expensive and they are a comfortable option 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

• Saaral Resort ; 42 / 42A, Shencottai Road Kuttralam, Tirunelveli District, Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu, 627 802. ; Ph – 04633 283 601 ; Facilities – Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking, Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Kuttalam Heritage Resort ; Shenkottai, Kuttalam Main Road, Courtallam, Tamil Nadu. ; Ph – 04633 233 022 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Laundry, 24-Hour Security, Catering Services, Concierge, Wedding Services, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Saaral Resort ; Kuttalam, Kuttālam, 627802.; Ph – 099 41 019073; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Jijis Castle ; Tirunelveli – Shencottai Rd, Courtallam, Tamil Nadu 627802. ; Ph – 098 42 124902 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk,24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Laundry, Parking, Beauty salon, 24-Hour Security, Body Treatments, Catering Services, Game Room, Health Club, Massage Services, Wedding Services, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

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• Esakki Restaurant ;  Inside Esakki High View Resorts, Five Falls Road Thenkasi Taluk, Courtallam, Tirunelveli – 627802 ; M –  (04633) 283773 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Saral Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  A festival that makes a celebration out of a simple, daily ritual bathing! And indeed, a bath at the picturesque Courtallam waterfalls is not an ordinary event. The healing waters of the roaring Courtallam are famed for their medicinal properties. Throughout the day, the overcast clouds sprinkle water over the region and the temperature drops considerably. It is a rare and a pleasant experience to stroll in the “Saral” becoming neither wet nor dry. Courtallam is visited annually by thousands of visitors for the several falls, which clot the town. The Saral festival makes a celebration out of a simple, daily ritual bathing! And indeed, a bath at the picturesque Courtallam waterfalls is no ordinary event.

Ekadasi Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Ekadasi Festival is one of the most important festivals of the town and is celebrated on the eleventh day of every lunar fortnight. The Vrishchika Ekadasi has a special importance in the town. A highlight of this festival is the memorial honor for Gajarajan Kesavan.

Saraswathy Pooja ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Saraswathy Pooja is held in the last three days of the Navaratri festival as the last three days are especially meant for Goddess Saraswathy. The preparations of Krishnanattam, Kathakali, and Kalaripayattu etc. usually begin on this day.

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India /Uttaranchal /Nainital /Corbett National Park

Corbett National Park, mostly lying on the banks of Ramaganga River, has prospered an ancient civilization. The main attraction of tourists and wild life enthusiasts to this Park is that the majestic view of Tiger with all its wildness in this Park. This park is a natural habitat of the rare species of Tigers that are facing extinction. It is a place draws huge tourist inflow and offers excellent sightseeing. The headquarters of Project Tiger, Ramnagar is a good place to stay. Corbett National Park is famous for its wealthy flora and fauna. Also the wild animals, reptiles and bird with many varieties of species enrich the Park and it is haven for bird watchers, wild life enthusiasts, environmentalists and nature lovers. Very rich in vegetation, if we take statistics there are about more than 51 different kinds of shrubs, more than 30 kinds of bamboos and over 110 different species of trees, apart from the greenish grass seen only in meadows. The Park, renowned for the majestic leopards and elephants, caters for the life of many rare species of mammals, birds and reptiles, more than 25 species of reptiles, 585 kinds of birds and over 50 varieties of mammal species. If one is interested he can indulge lively with deers, spotted in Corbett National Park, barking deer, spotted dear, sambar, chinkara are some of the different kinds of species seen in the Park. Another major attraction here is the aquatic reptiles; different kinds of crocodiles can be spotted here. Corbett National Park is really a worth natural park to visit, to see the nature’s varieties and beauty.

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Category : Wildlife

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 244715

STD Code: 5947

Info Website: http://www.corbettnationalpark-india.com/

Best Time to Visit:  November-June

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Corbett National Park, established in 1936 with the name Hailey National Park and renamed as Ramganga National Park in 1952, got its present name in 1957 after Jim Corbett, the famous naturalist and photographer. This is India’s first national park and beyond doubt the most attractive Park in India. The Park is placed in the foothills of the Himalayas, in the midst of lusting greeneries and uneven mountains with varying heights, ranging from about 1300 feet to nearly 4000 feet.

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By Air : Patanagar airport is the nearest airport to Corbett National Park. It is a domestic airport at a distance of nearly 50 km from Corbett National Park and a cab will charge about Rs 1,000 for travel from airport to Corbett.

By Train : Jim Corbett National Park does not have its own railway station. Ramnagar is the nearest railway station Corbett National Park situated 5kms away. Ramnagar railway station is well connected with major cities of India. Ramnagar is one of the end points of the train coming in Nainital district.Taxis are easily available from Ramnagar to Jim Corbett Park.

By BUS : Corbett National Park bus station connects to all nearby cities by the public transport systems in Uttarakhand state. Deluxe and semi deluxe buses can be availed from Delhi to Corbett National park.

By Taxi : Taxis are easily available from major destinations of Uttarakhand to Corbett National Park.

By Other : N.A.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Welcome Heritage Corbett Ramganga Resort ; Village Jhamaria, P.O. Sankar Marchula, Corbett National Park, Corbett, 244715. ; Ph – 15962281592 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Ashoka’s Tiger Trail Resort ; Corbett National Park, Dhela, Ramnagar, Nainital, Uttarakhand, 244715. ; Ph – 098 18 068025 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security.

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• Foodies ;  Beside Asthan Mall, Lakhanpur, Jim Corbett National Park 244715, India. ; M –  5947253022 ; Food Serve :  Chinese, Café, Diner, Dessert, Indian, Italian, Continental, Fast food, Ice cream.

• Jims Grill ;  Zero Garjia, Dhikuli, Ramnagar, Nainital, Uttarakhand, 244715, India. ; M –  91-5947-284132 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Govind Restaurant ;  Ranikhet Road, Ramnagar, Nainital, Uttarakhand, 244715. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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• Beware of pickpockets as Corbett National Park is a major tourist city in India.

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• Ambulance : 102
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India /Tamil Nadu /Nilgiri / Coonoor

Coonoor, located in the clue hues of the Nilgiri hills is a famous hill station, popular for its natural attractions. Located at comfortable distance from Bangalore, the town is well connected by rails and roads. Also sobriquet as ‘Small Tea Garden’, the major attraction of Coonoor lies in the various points and tea gardens that embellish the town. Visit the Dolphin’s nose, Lamb’s Rock and Lady canning Seat for some of the most spectacular revelation of nature. The green patches in the town serve as perfect picnic spot. To add to the natural panorama, there are varieties of avian species that one can enjoy sighting. The best time to visit the Coonoor hill station is during the annual fruit and vegetable festival held in May. There are also very unique festivals like tea and tourism festivals that invite tea aficionados from all over the world. Best Season to visit Coonoor is all through the year. March to May is best to see grandeur picturesque views and is ideal for all kinds of tourist activities. June to September is the period when the best lush green sceneries are visible. It is ideal for short trips.

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Category : Hill Station

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 64310x

STD Code: 423

Info Website: http://www.coonoor.com/

Best Time to Visit:  October – May

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Coonoor falls first in place of the three hill stations in Nilgiri namely Coonoor, Ooty and Kotagiri. It is also popularly referred by the British as the small tea garden. It is only after the British in the 19th century who started travelling a lot to Ooty Coonoor started developing as a popular tourist destination. History also reveals that it has been the home of the Toda tribe for centuries.

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By Air : The nearest airport from Coonoor is Coimbatore Peelamdeu Airport, which is at a distance of 54 km. Coimbatore is connected by air to airports in South India, especially to Chennai and Bangalore.

By Train : Coonoor railway station is well connected to other major cities of the country via regular trains.

By BUS : Coonoor is well connected by bus services. Regular state owned bus services are available from Coimbatore, Ooty and other cities in Tamilnadu. Ooty is only 17 km from Coonoor, with a bus fare of about Rs 30. Many private tourist buses are also running to Coonoor from Ooty, Coimbatore and Mettupalyam.

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

By Other : N.A.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Wallwood Garden ; Blair Athol, Kotagiri Road, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu 643101. ; Ph – 0423 223 0584 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Body Treatments, Catering Services, Concierge, Massage Services, Sauna, Steam Bath, Wedding Services, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• The Gateway Hotel ; Church Road, Coonoor, The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu 643101. ; Ph – 0423 222 5400 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, Non-smoking rooms, 24-Hour Security, Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Riga Residency ; Appleby Rd, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu 643232. ; Ph – 0423 223 4401 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room servic, Conference facilities, Parking, Beauty salon, 24-Hour Security, Body Treatments, Jacuzzi, Massage Services.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Vivek Hotel ; Club Rd, Gray’s Hill, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu 643101. ; Ph – 094 86 384517 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, Conference facilities, Laundry, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

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• Merchi ;  Coonoor-Kattabettu-Kotagiri Rd, Gray’s Hill, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu 643101. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  0

• Madurai Appu ;  Mt Rd, Kumaran Nagar, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu 643101. ; M –  0423 222 2233 ; Food Serve :  0

• Venky’s Restaurant ;  Coimbatore – Ooty – Gundlupet Hwy, Kurumbadi, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu 643101. ; M –  0423 223 6740 ; Food Serve :

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• Tea ; Sri Durga Tea Traders ;  New Street, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu ; Ph/M:  097 89 134205
• Indian Handlooms and Shawls ; Coonoor Market ;  Vannarpet, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu 643101 ; Ph/M:  N.A.
• Mulberry fruit, Passion fruit and Ambrosia ; Muji Fruits ;  Near, EGG Store Line, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu 643101 ; Ph/M:  9443003837

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Fruit and Vegetable Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  May ; Details:  One of the most famous festivals celebrated in Coonoor if the Fruit and Vegetable Festival held in the month of May each year. The festival is hosted at the Sim’s park and attracts tourist from across the globe.

Tea and Tourism Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  January ; Details:  The Tea and Tourism Festival is another important event that is celebrated in Coonoor. Held in the month of January, the festival attracts tea connoisseurs from all over the world. It is noteworthy that the hill resort of Coonoor lies in the Nilgiri Mountains that are renowned for tea plantations. Some of the better-known tea brands from Coonoor are the Orthodox, CTC and Green Leaf.

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

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India /Rajasthan / Churu / Churu

Churu is a town that is a located in the desert regions of the state of Rajasthan in the district of Churu. The town is situated in the Thar Desert and one can see shifting sands near the town. The town of Churu is famous for its many buildings, especially the havelis that are built in a grand scale and have an exquisite architecture. Many such buildings can be found in an around the town and these are fascinating places to visit. These havelis are decorated with colorful frescoes and murals. The havelis are the signature of the town. Some of the most renowned buildings are the Surana Haveli, Kanhhaiya Lal Bagla ki Haveli and a few others. These buildings are characterized by small windows that number in the hundreds. The town also has a fort called the Chur and this is another tourist site in the place. There are many temples and religious sites that can be found all around the town and some of the main ones are Ganesh Temple, Balaji Babosa Temple, Marda Satil Mandir, Salasar Balaji, Dargah of Hajarat Sabir Churu and many others. Jeen Mata and the Sivji Mandir are found near the Kalera Bass Forest. The place gets very limited rainfall and the conditions are mild from June to October. This period is a good time to visit the place.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 331001

STD Code: 1562

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

Best Time to Visit:  October – May

HistoryEdit

Churu district was a part of the state of Bikaner till India gained Independence. It came to existence only in the year 1948. The major towns of the district are Sujangarh, Ratangarh, Rajgarh and Bidasar.

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By Air : The closest domestic airport is located in the city of Jaipur which is around 189 km from the desert town. The Jaipur airport is well connected to most of the developed cities such as Chennai, Bangalore, Mumbai and Delhi. Taxis charge around Rs 7 per km for the trip and this is a feasible option.

By Train : Churu railway station is connected to places such as Bikaner, Jaipur, Delhi and a few other places.

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

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

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Bhawani Resorts ; Kandhal Marg, Churu, Rajasthan 331001. ; Ph – 098 28 584540 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour room service, Laundry, Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Sree Babosa Hotel ; Near Dharma Stoop, Churu, Rajasthan 331001. ; Ph – 01562 256 102 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking, Massage Services, Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Malji Ka Kamra ; Naya Bass, Churu, Rajasthan 331001.; Ph – 01562 254 514; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk ,24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Cocktail Lounge, Concierge,Lounge, Doctor on call.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Suncity Palace ; Opp. Railway Station, Near Lohia Collage, Churu, Rajasthan 331001. ; Ph – 01562 255 701 ; Facilities – Shopping ,Travel Desk ,24-hour front desk ,24-hour room service ,Air conditioning ,Baby sitting ,Conference facilities ,Elevators ,Laundry ,Parking ,Wheel chair access ,Non-smoking rooms ,24-Hour Security ,Cocktail Lounge ,Lounge ,Doctor on call.

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• Chotia Restaurant ;  Goshala Road, Churu HO, Churu – 331001. ; M –  (01562) 261438 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Spice Court Churu ;  Naya Bass, Churu, Rajasthan 331001. ; M –  01562 254 444 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Albagk Broasted Chicken ;  Prathiba Nagar, Churu, Rajasthan 331001. ; M –  094 14 235902 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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

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• Ambulance : 102
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• Police : 100

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India /Kerala /Ernakulam / Chottanikkara

Chottanikkara, a picturesque village located on the outskirts of Kochi, is renowned as an important religious destination in central Kerala. The centuries old Chottanikkara Bhagavathi temple is the prime attraction of this town. Chottanikkara is the peeth of Rajarajeswari Devi, a calm form of Goddess Durga. Hoards of pilgrims can be seen thronging Chottanikkara during the Makam Thozhal festival held during February – March & Navaratri festival during October – November. Pilgrims coming to Chottanikkara can take advantage of its proximity with Eranakulam & hence visit its many nearby attractions at ease. Pilgrimage to Chottanikkara is believed to bestow a lifetime blessings for those pilgrims visiting the temple for 12 days consecutively. Chottanikkara has a mixed climate, dry during summer days and humid during rainy seasons. Summers (March to May) have a dry weather with maximum temperature reaches to nearly 37°C, and is a good season for visiting temple. Monsoons (June to September) are accompanied with heavy rains, typically tourists avoid heavy rainy days in June and July. Winters (December- February) are pleasant with temperature between 22°C to 30°C. Best Season to visit Chottanikkara is from August to March.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 682312

STD Code: 484

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Best Time to Visit:  October–March

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Once this place was a thick forest. In this place a tribe named Kannappan lived with his daughter. He used to offer a cow to Goddess Kali every Friday. One day he saw a beautiful cow in the forest and took it to offer for Goddess Kali. But his daughter requested him to keep this cow as her pet. After few days his daughter died so he was full of sorrow. Then one day in his dream goddess appeared and said that she only came to his house as cow. And he found two idols of Narayana and Lakshmi in the cow shed. In that place he built as a small temple where now the present “Temple of Kerala” Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple is seen. The place where he used to offer cow for Goddess is now changed as Kizhukkavu temple. And it was again reconstructed by the Vilwamangalam Swamiyar. And it is said that he only exposed the idol of Goddess Bhadrakaali in Kizhukkavu temple.

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By Air : The nearest airport is Nedumbassery International airport which is about 45 km away from Chottanikkara. Taxi charge from Nedumbassery to Chottanikkara is about Rs 600. This airport is well connected to all airports in India and also to many cities in abroad, including gulf countries and Singapore.

By Train : The nearest railway station to Chottanikkara is Thrupoonithura, which is only 4 km away from the temple. Taxis and autorickshaws are available from railway station. Taxi charges the minimum charge of Rs 150.

By BUS : Chottanikkara is well connected by bus services. KSRTC connects to many major cities in Kerala. Deluxe Volvo buses are available in plenty at any time to Chennai, Bangalore, Trivandrum, Hyderabad and Mumbai from Kochi. Kochi to Chottanikkara, the KSRTC bus fare is about Rs 25.

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

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Indraprastha Tourist Home ; Near Chottanikkara Temple, Chottanikkara, Ernakulam Kerala. ; Ph – 0484-2711090 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Conference facilities, Laundry, Parking, Non-smoking rooms, 24-Hour Security,Catering Services, Concierge, Laundry/Valet Services, Wedding Services, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Sreedevi Hotel ; West Nada, Chottanikara Kerala – 682312. ; Ph – 0484-2711273 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Conference facilities, Laundry, Parking, Disco, 24-Hour Security, Health Club, Lounge, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Devasthanam Lodge ; Chottanikara Devaswom, Chottanikara .Kerala – 682312. ; Ph – 0484-2712350 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk,24-hour room service, Laundry, Parking, Doctor on call.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Woodlands Residency ; West Nada, Chottanikkara, Kerala – 682312. ; Ph – 9551095000 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Doctor on call

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Chottanikkara Bhagavathy temple for Makam Thozhal festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Makam Thozhal”at the Chottanikkara Bhagavathy temple in Kerala’s Kochi city is a unique festival in which only women devotees are allowed to enter through the main entrance of the temple to offer prayers. The rituals associated with this annual festival commenced on Sunday night (February 28) with the flag hoisting by temple priest Thantri Puliyanoor Murali Narayanan Namboothiripad. The 10-day festival is mainly meant for receiving the ‘para’ or, the holy reception given by the devotees for women. Chants of “Amme Narayana” reverberated as the main priest opened the sanctum sanctorum at 2 p.m. The temple remained open till 8.30 p.m.

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

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India / Jharkhand /Chotanagpur

The Chotanagpur plateau lies in the Indian state of Jharkhand. This region has a lot to offer with respect tourism, and it caters to every type of tourist – the religiously inclined ones, the history buffs, the ones who are travelling for fun and architecture and nature buffs. The region is vast and beautiful and mainly unadulterated. There are many hills and valleys in the Chotanagpur region too, and all these places provide excellent options for hiking and camping. You can also indulge in activities like bird watching or wildlife spotting. There are many small tribal villages in the region too, which serve as bases for Khonds, Gonds, Koras, Lohras, Asurs and Santhals, and these can be visited. Ranchi is the state capital and is located at an altitude of 2140 feet above sea level. There are many waterfalls that you can visit near here. Hazaribagh, which is a hill station, provides excellent views and houses the Hazaribagh Lake. You can also visit the wildlife sanctuary that is located near this town. Netarhat is another beautiful hill resort which is a must see destination, with its picturesque setting and exotic locales. The region experiences a sub tropical climate, with dry and hot summer and mild winters. There are many hill stations in the region where summers are moderate, and tourists flock to these in summertime to escape from the mainland heat. The best time to visit the Chotanagpur region would be during the winter months, when the weather will be mild.

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Category : Scenic

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 835217

STD Code: 6549

Info Website: 0

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : There is no airpot in Chotanagpur. The city of Ranchi has a major airport, and this is the only well connected airport in the entire state. You can take a flight to Ranch from major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Kolkata, Bhubhaneshwar, Patna, Raipur, Jamshedpur, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad and Pune.

By Train : Trains can also be taken to the city of Ranchi, which houses a major railway station as well. This railway station has regular trains to New Delhi, Bangalore, Gorakhpur, Jammu Tawi, Allepey, Patna, Kolkata, Mumbai and Guwahati.

By BUS : There are buses to Ranchi from Raxaul, Patna, and Gaya.

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

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

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