India /Maharashtra /Gadchiroli /Bhamragarh

Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the region of Bhamragarh in the Indian state of Maharashtra. This wildlife sanctuary is home to many species of animals, and tourists flock to this wildlife sanctuary to catch a glimpse of some exotic wildlife. Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary is an ideal spot for you to picnic with your family, and Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary also serves as a place of interest for people who are interested in studying wildlife and exploring the untamed. Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary covers a wide area, and encompasses an area of about 105 square meters within its range. Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary is also located bang in the middle of a moist deciduous forest. By taking a trip to here, you can come across many varieties of flora and fauna including leopards, wild boars, jungle fowl, flying squirrels, sloth bears and barking deer. These are the animals you can spot while in Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary. Some of the common trees that you can notice in the region are jamuns, kusums, bels, and bamboo trees. Two rivers also run through the Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary, and these are Parlkota River and Pamalgautam River. The green surroundings can calm you down and transport you back in time.  Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary enjoys the same climate as Nagpur due to its proximity to the place, with a little less humidity due to its location away from the coastline of Maharashtra.

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Category : Wildlife

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 442710

STD Code: 7172

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Best Time to Visit:  Feb – May

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This sanctuary is located in Gadchiroli district in the Vidharba region of Maharashtra covering an area of 104.38-sq-km. Majority of the area is under thick forest that is wood land, with small patches of grass lands distributed over the entire protected area. The Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most beautiful wildlife sanctuaries in Chandrapur, Maharashtra. Covering an area of approximately 104 square kilometers, the Bhamragarh wildlife sanctuary is a majestic place to visit for the nature lovers. The attraction is best known for its world class flora and fauna, and literally the heaven of all national parks. Its rich collection of vegetation and wild life is a real asset for any wildlife sanctuary. The major flora found in Bhamragarh wildlife sanctuary includes Salaia, Sal, Bel, Bamboo, Palas, Hiwar, Bija, Khair, Tendu, Dhawda, Zizphus Helicteres, Terminenalia species, Bel, Babul, Teak, etc. The commonly found shrubs include varieties of Vitex Nigundo, Isora, Casia Auriculata, Solanium Giganteum, Lantna etc.The fauna in Bhamragarh wildlife sanctuary is also quite remarkable. The major attraction is the tiger. The most commonly found species include Leopard, Sambar, Sloth Bear, Four-horned antelope, Barking deer, Wild Dog, Wild Boar, Chinkara, Blue Bull, Hyena, Wildboar, Bear, Jungle Fowl, Crocodile, etc.

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By Air : Nearest airport is at Sonegaon Nagpur, 370-km via Chandrapur

By Train : The nearest railway station to Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the town of Ballarpur. This railway station, also called as the Ballarshah Railway Station, has frequent trains to the cities and towns of Bokaro, Dhanbad, Kochi and Bangalore. Train fares will range from a minimum of Rs 150 to 200, to a maximum of Rs 2500 for long distance travel through air conditioned coaches.

By BUS : The nearest bus stands from Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary are located in the towns of Aheri and Ballarpur. Frequent buses from these bus stands will be available to Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Lonavala, Nagpur, Aurangabad and Hyderabad, and other nearby destinations. Bus fares will range from a minimum of Rs 100 to fares of around Rs 400 to 500 for far off destinations. Buses will be available to all destinations in the district of Chandrapur.

By Taxi : Cabs can also be rented from the city of Nagpur in order to visit Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary.

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India /Maharashtra /pune /Baramati

Baramati is a city that is located in the Pune district of the state of Maharashtra. The city has a rich cultural heritage and it is known as one of the important historical places in the state. The city is located along the banks of the River Karha and it is known for its extensive agricultural exports. Green fields can be seen in and around the place and this renders a natural beauty to the place. The town has a history of about 400 years and there are two main temples that are located in the town. The Sri Kasivisheveshwara Temple and Sri Siddeshwar Temple are the important temples in the region. The Sri Siddeshwar Temple is known as an architectural gem and this is one of the most important places to visit for tourists. This is also an interesting place for those who are interested in ancient architecture. The Sri Kasivisheveshwara Temple is located on the banks of the river on the western side and this temple is also an important part of the city. The city has gained importance due to Sri Babuji Naik, who is revered in these parts and his mansion is home to an enormous Nandi idol. It is possible to visit the mansion during the day. The place is located at an elevation of about 538 meters and experiences a dry climate for most parts of the year. Since it is located in the interior region of the state, the rainfall is also not extensive even during the monsoon months. The period between the monsoon and the winter months are the best time to visit the place.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 413102

STD Code: 2112

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Best Time to Visit:  Oct – May

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Baramati- one of the well known historical places in Maharashtra- is situated at the banks of the river Karha. The town has a historical significance because of Shri. Babuji Naik. The town is also famous in Maharashtra because of the popular poet Moropant, the great legendary poet laureate.The town has a long history of about 400 years. The town has two old temples which are built around 750 AD. One of them is of Shri Kashivishweshwar- based on the west bank of the river, the other is of Shri Sidheshwar, located on the east bank of the river. The temple is located near Babuji Naik’s Mansion.The historical references of this beautiful place can be seen in the books written by two famous historians, namely Dr. Shejwalkar and Mr. Grant Duff.

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By Air : The nearest airport from Baramati is 100 km from Pune by roadis located at Pune. There are various flights connecting Pune to all the major cities of India. You can take a flight to Pune and proceed to Baramati by taxi or bus.

By Train : The Baramati Railway Station receives many trains and it is well connected to Pune. Trains are the most comfortable way to reach the place and tickets are affordable as well. Tickets from Pune to Baramati cost around Rs 100 for non A/C 3 tier compartments.

By BUS : The state transport buses connect many of the cities in the state to Baramati. Places such as Pune and Mumbai are well connected to the city. Buses are the cheapest form of transport and one can board them from the main bus terminuses of the respective cities. Tickets from Pune to Baramati cost around Rs 75 and the trip takes around 2.5 hours by bus.

By Taxi : It’s around 100 kilometres from Pune city by road and the drive takes around 3 hours on an average. It can also be accessed via the Satara highway which is longer distance wise, but quicker because of broad roads.

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Krishna Sagar Residency ; Opposite SBI, Bhigwan Road, Baramati 413102. ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service

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City Inn ; M.I.D.C Bhigwan Road Baramati , 413133 ; Ph – 095 45 839900 ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Rangoli Restaurant ;  Hotel Amardeep, 160, Ground Floor, Bhigwan Road, Baramati- 413102 ; M –  (2112) 243461 ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Hotel Abhishek – ;  Hotel Abhishek, Ground Floor, Bhigwan Road, Sayali Hill, Baramati- 413102 ; M –  (2112) 243499 ; Food Serve :  Indian

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Patang Jatra (Kite Festival) ; Venue:  Baramati Agri Tourism Development Center ; Period :  15 Aug – 20 Aug ; Details:  N.A

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India /Odisha /Ganjam /Berhampur

The town of Berhampur is located in the Indian state of Orissa. This town is located in the Ganjam district and it is quite close to the sea coast. Berhampur is famous among travelers and tourists because it was once the major commercial center of the Kalinga Kingdom.There are many colonial villas in the town that you can visit and countless beaches too. Tourists mainly travel to Berhampur in order to experience the local culture of the region, and in order to visit the many temples present in the location.During your trip to Berhampur, you can visit an ancient sea port that is located in the town called Gopalpur On Sea. This is located at a distance of around sixteen kilometers from Berhampur. There are many beaches in this region, and you can catch picture perfect views of the sunset here.The town of Berhampur is located at a distance of around thirty five kilometers from Junagadh, where many ancient inscriptions of Ashoka’s era can be seen. Archeological ruins from the ancient times will also be present in this place. The hot water springs near Taptapani are also famous among tourists who travel to Berhampur. Aryapalli beach and Tartarini Temple are also famous tourist hotspots.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 760002

STD Code: 680

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Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year

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Berhampur is also famous for its silk variety and quality. Easily accessible by road and rail, tours to Berhampur serve as a gateway to visit the other tourist attractions in the Ganjam district of Orissa.Using Berhampur as a base camp, you can go on an excursion to the most famous beach in Orissa at the seaside resort of Gopalpur. Besides swimming in the sea and sunbathing on the beach, the backwaters of Bay of Bengal are a must see on your tour to Berhampur with Tourism of Orissa. The natural hot water spring at Taptapani is a major tourist attraction. You can also take a bath in pond where the spring water is collected so that tourists, like you and me, can relish the fruits of nature’s labor.
October to June is the best time for tours to Berhampur.

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By Air : Behrampur does not have its own airport. The nearest domestic as well as international airport is at Kolkata, which is around 744 km from the town.

By Train : Trains can be taken to the town of Berhampur from many important national destinations like Mumbai (Konark Exp), Chennai (Chennai Howrah Express) and Howrah (Teesta Torsa Exp). Trains from the city of Chennai to Berhampur will charge fares of around Rs 363 for the basic class of travel (sleeper). Air conditioned coaches will cost around Rs 1,316 (for AC Tier Two). Charges can also go up to Rs 2,243 (for AC First Class). Trains are comfortable and this is a good mode of travel that you can opt for.

By BUS : Buses are the locally preferred mode of travel, and these are instantly available. Frequent buses will be available to Berhampur from all destinations including Bhubaneswar, Puri, and Kolkata. This is a very good way to travel to Berhampur, and fares from Jeypore to Berhampur will range around Rs 290 for the basic class of travel (sitting, semi deluxe). Buses can be both private and government run, and private buses tend to be more comfortable. Bus travel, however, will not suit people who are hardly used to it.

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Hotel Bhubaneswari Palace ; Church Rd, Brahmapur, OR 760001 ‎ ; Ph – 098 61 170044 ; Facilities – TV, 24hours room service, health club, doctor-on-call, laundry, currency exchange, parking facility, all major credit cards accepted, in-house restaurant and bar.

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Moonlite ; Opp.Sales Tax Square, NH 217, Berhampur, Orissa 760010, Brahmapur, Odisha 760001 ‎ ; Ph – 0680 654 3330 ; Facilities – TV, running hot water, telephone,24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, all credit cards accepted.

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• Girija Restaurant ;  Ramalingam Tank Rd, Brahmapur, OR 760001 ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Athithi Restaurant ;  Giri Rd, Brahmapur, OR 760005 ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

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Nayani Beer Bar Cum Restaurant; District Congress Office, Town Hall Square, Berhampur H O, Berhampur-Orrisa – 760001 ; Ph/M: 9861162118 ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : Indian, Chinese, Alkhol
Royal Treat Bar & Restaurant; Near Congress Office, Subash Chandra Bose Marg, Berhampur H O, Berhampur-Orrisa – 760001 ; Ph/M: 9938588229 ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : Indian, Chinese, Alkhol

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Thakurani Jatara. ; Venue:  Brahmapur ; Period :  April – May ; Details:  Bi-Annual Thakurani Jaatara, the Festival of the Goddess. The city is agog with activities to welcome goddess Budhi Thakurani to her temporary abode for the biennial Thakurani Jatra festival at late night . The hereditary head of the festival, who is also regarded as the head of the weaver Dera community of the city, Desibehera dressed in his traditional attire reached the Budhi Thakurani temple to invite the goddess to her parental abode at his home on Saturday afternoon. His wife also accompanied him as per the tradition. They also offered ritualistic offerings at the Kalika temple. Changudi puja Rituals to welcome the deity for the festival started at the temporary temple built at Desibehera street from evening with the `Changudi Puja”. After rituals, flowers would be carried from Desibehera”s house to the Budhi Thakurani temple in this special basket called `Changudi.

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India /Manipur /Bishenpur /Bishenpur

Bishnupur is a town that is located in the state of Manipur in the Bishnupur district. It is a popular tourist town in the state and there are many attractive sites that are available here. The tourist places include lakes, temples and other sites. There are various picnic spots that are located in and around the town and the main one is the island of Sendra. The island is present in a large fresh water lake and this is an ideal place for families to visit. One can see islands of weeds floating around and there is a bungalow that is present in the island as well. The island is situated at a distance of around 48 kilometers from the town of Bishnupur and is a good place for a day trip. One can also visit the Keibul Lamjao National Park. It is located on the Loktak Lake and one has to travel a distance of 40 kilometers from the town to reach the place. The park is home to the Manipur Eld Deer. Another important tourist center is the Ebudhou Thangjing Temple. During the month of May, you can witness the Moirang Lai Haraoba festival. The month long festival includes many dances and singing events. The town of Bishnupur has a varied climate and the conditions are wet for around eight months of the year.

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Category : Wildlife

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 795126

STD Code: 3879

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Best Time to Visit:  May to September

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The original name of Bishnupur was Lumlangdong (now Lamangdong) . History recorded the facts of its origin. As soon as Kyamba ascended throne of Manipur in 1467 A.D he conquered Kyang, which was a Shan kingdom in the Kabow Valley. Then he assumed the name of Kyamba which means the conquerer of Kyang. There always had been a good relation between the Pongs and the Meities. During the reign of Kyamba also there was good relations between Kyamba and the Pong King Khe-Khomba. Actually it was the good foreign policy of King Kyamba that he was able to have a good relation with the neighbouring countries.thousands of pilgrims have been coming to this temple. Bishnupur is also called the town of temples .There are several terracotta temples built by the Malla Kings. The administrative headquarter of Bishnupur district is Bishnupur itself. The sex ratio in Bishnupur is strong with 984 females per 1000 males.

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By Air : The closest airport is situated at Imphal, which is at a distance of approximately 35 kilometers from the town of Bishnupur. There are frequent flights to the airport from places such as Aizwal Kolkata, Delhi and Silchar. This is the only option for those who wish to travel by air. Taxis are available at the airport and this is the easiest way to reach the town from the airport and they charge around Rs 7 per kilometer.

By Train : There are no major railway stations in the state and one has to travel to the Dimapur railway station and opt for a taxi to reach the town. Trains are generally comfortable and tickets are affordable as well. The station is situated at a distance of 215 kilometers from the city of Imphal.

By BUS : Buses are available from the city of Imphal to the town of Bishnupur as well. Tickets are cheap and cost around Rs 40.

By Taxi : The town is situated at a distance of 27 kilometers from the city of Imphal and one can reach the place easily using taxis.

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Bishnupur Mela ; Venue:  Bishnupur Mela ; Period :  December ; Details:  A weeklong festival in Bishnupur is called “Bishnupur Mela” in the month of December. An annual festival in Bishnupur referred to as Jhapan is famous for dance and fight of snakes to delight the goddess Mansa. It’s mostly celebrated in August.
Yaoshang festival ; Venue:  Manipur ; Period :  February / March ; Details:  This is the most popular festival of Manipur celebrated in the month of February / March for five days. It is a colorful festival alike the Holi festival of the Hindus. The interesting feature of this festival is the moonlight dance. Boys and girls sing and dance holding hand in hand. It is a festival of joy and harmony.

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India /Himachal Pradesh /Kangra /Bir

Bir is a popular tourist town that is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh. The town of Bir is noted as an important center for spiritual studies and also many people travel to the town for meditation. One can see a large number of refugees from the neighboring country of Tibet located in the town of Bir.Bir is a popular destination for many adventure sports enthusiasts. Once can see many paragliding spots in the area and this is one of the main attractions of the place. The activity is safe and the standards of safety are extremely good. The international paragliding competition that takes place in Bir is also an attraction. There are many trekking spots that are located in and around the town as well. Bir is an ideal location for many nature enthusiasts as well.While visiting the town of Bir, it might be worthwhile to check out the Tibetan colony. There are many handicrafts that are made here and this might be worth purchasing. Sampling the Tibetan food is also a good option.

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Category : Wildlife

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 176077

STD Code: 1894

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Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

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Bir was ruled by PAL dynasty of chandarvanshi lineage the last Raja or Rai was Raizada Prithi Pal who was a descendant of the Rajas of Bhangahal, who appear to have maintained their rights until the time of Raja Prithi Pal in the early part of the eighteenth century. Raja Prithi Pal fell a victim to his father-in-law, Raja Sidh Sen, who in 1728 invited him to Mandi n the pretext of seeking his assistance against the Raja of Suket. He was kindly received but within a month of his arrival he was beguiled into the Damdama Fort, and there murdered. It is said his body was duly burnt, but his head was buried in a tank facing the Mandi Raja’s palance. A pillar was erected on the spot, and a light was kept burning on it for years. Sidh Sen’s object in murdering Raja Prithi Pal was to seize his territory, but in this he only partially succeeded. The forts at Jagapur, Tika Thana and the Patgana of Nir, with eighteen villages of Ilaga Chuhar(all of them until then forming part of the bhangahal kingdom) were annexed to Mandi. Subsequently, Sidh Sen sttempted to seize Karanpur, which also belonged to Bhangalahl, but he was repulsed by Raja Raghunath Pal who had succeeded his father Raja Prithi Pal.Bir is a popular tourist town that is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh.

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By Air : The closest airport is located at Pathankot and this is situated around 150 km from the town. Pathankot airport is connected to Delhi and Kullu. The closest international airport is located at Delhi and this is around 550 km from the place. One can hire a taxi from the Pathankot airport to the place and they cost around Rs 7 per km. Buses are available from Delhi to Bir Road as well. Taxis from Bir Road cost around Rs 100.

By Train : There is no railway station at Bir. The nearest rail head is at Pathankot, around 150 km from Bir. Pathankot is well linked from the major part of the country.

By BUS : One can reach the town of Bir by opting for buses from either Chandigarh or Delhi to the Bir Road. However many buses travel only as far as Baijnath. Bus tickets from Delhi cost around Rs 300.

By Taxi : taxis and Buses. The town is located around four hours away from Dharamshala. The town of Bir is located around 35 km from the town of Palampur.

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India /Uttaranchal /Almora /Binsar

Binsar is a town located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. This region is very famous among tourists and travellers because of the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. Tourists and local families from in and around the region visit this wildlife sanctuary in order to catch a glimpse of the many species of flora and fauna present here. The Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is located at an altitude of around 900 metres to 2500 metres. You can spot many species of animals like musk deer, gorals, leopards, jungle cats, black bears, porcupines, pine martens, langurs, foxes, barking deer, flying squirrels, and chitals during your visit to the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary also houses a wide variety of birds, including woodpeckers, eagles, monals and parakeets. The region of Binsar is thus a very good tourist destination for families. Not only is the region of Binsar famous for its wildlife sanctuary, it is a destination of religious importance as well. There are many temples located in and around Binsar, including the Kasar Devi temple and the Bineshwar Mahadev temple. The Bineshwar mahadev temple is a beautifully constructed site and the temple is dedicated to the main deity Lord Shiva. The Kasar Devi temple, on the other hand, is dedicated to a local goddess Kasar Devi. You can also visit zero point, Almora and Kathgodam during your trip to Binsar. The weather in Binsar is very pleasant throughout the year.

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Category : Wildlife

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 263684

STD Code: 5962

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Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Himalayas on top of the Jhandi Dhar hills. It is about 33 km north of the Almora town in Uttarakhand, India.From a place called Zero Point in Binsar one can see the Himalayan peaks like Kedarnath Peak, Shivling, Trisul and Nanda Devi.Binsar was the summer capital of the Chand Kings, who ruled over Kumaon from the 11th to 18th centuries AD. Binsar was established in 1988 for the conservation and protection of the shrinking broad leaf oak (Quercus) forests of the Central Himalayan region, and it has over 200 bird species.Binsar The charming Binsar hill-stations is situated in the Almora district of Uttarakhand. It is one of the most unexplored tourist destintions perched at an elevation of 2400 meters above the sea level, on the Jhandi Dhar hills and is one of the highest hill-station in the Kumaon region. Travel by thousands of tourist every year, tourist feast their eyes with awe-inspiring views of the greater Himalayas, dotted with Alpine flora, ferns and varieties of wild flowers.Like most of the hill-stations in India, Binsar also has its glorious past. As per history, the hill station was the ancient capital of the Chand Raj Kings, who ruled over the region in the 7th and 3th centuries. A revered temple dedicated to Lord Shiva witness the bygone regime of King Kalyan. Apart from this, Binsar hill-station tour will take you the unexplored wild flora and faunas. Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is greatly visited by wildlife lovers from different parts of the globe. There are various wildlife tours and jeep safary available to explore the great jungles of Binsar.

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By Air : Flights from Delhi will occasionally be available to the airport in Pantnagar. This is a developing airport in the state of Uttarakhand and flight services here are not so regular. However, you can try for flights to this airport in order to reach Binsar easily from here. Flight fares from Delhi will range around Rs 3,500 to Rs 4,500.

By Train : Trains to the town of Binsar are not available, as the town of Binsar does not have a proper railway station. The nearest railway station is located in Kathgodam, at a distance of 85 kilometres from Binsar. The railway station at Kathgodam will have trains from various stations, including trains from the capital city of New Delhi. Trains from the city of Delhi will charge fares of around Rs 380 for third class AC tickets, Rs 297 for basic tickets and around Rs 84 for second seating class of travel. Train fares for sleeper coaches will range around Rs 146 and first class AC tickets will cost around Rs 860.

By BUS : Local as well as State transport buses are available from Kathgodam, Chandigarh, Delhi and other parts of the region. The base fares is around Rs 2-5 per km.

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Club Mahindra Valley Resort ; Binsar Village & P.O. Bhainsori, Almora-Bageshwar Road, 263648 Binsar ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service

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India /West Bengal /Darjeeling /Bindu

Bindu is a small village that is located in the district of the state of. The place is situated along the banks of the River Jaldhaka. The entire region is surrounded by hill and it is located close to the border regions of Bhutan. The small place is an up and coming tourist destination and many people are travelling to the place to witness its scenic beauty. The road to the village is covered by tea plantations on all sides and the drive itself is an exhilarating experience. You can engage in many outdoor activities in the area and this is the main attraction. Trekking and hiking are popular activities. You can trek along the village routes and also into the hilly areas of the region. Visiting the numerous tea plantations can also be a good experience. Bird watching is also another important tourist activity and several species of migratory and mountain birds can be seen in the province. Fishing and angling spots are plentiful throughout the region as well. You can also visit the Bindu Dam, which has been built on the Jaldhaka River. This is a good site for picnics. The Godak Village is a quaint little place that is covered with cardamom plantations. The climatic conditions of the district are pleasant and the place experiences three main seasons. Summer, winter and monsoon are the primary seasons in the place. Summers are enjoyable this is a good time to visit the area. Humidity is also very low during the summer season. The place receives rainfall during the monsoon months and it is better to avoid visiting during this season. Winters are cold and temperatures can be expected to drop during this period. Temperatures also differ according to the altitude.

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Category : River ,Wild Life

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 384151

STD Code: 2767

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Best Time to Visit:  Oct – May

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Bindu is a Bengali word, means point. Bindu is the last village of West Bengal to the North, situated just before Bhutan border, About 107 kilometer from Siliguri. Bindu is surrounding with hills of India and Bhutan and mostly cover with dense forests. It is a landscape located on the banks of River Jaldhaka, which is formed after conjunction of three water streams at Bindu namely Bindu Khola, Dudh Pokhri and Jaldhaka, which originates from the Kupup lake, a small glacial lake in Sikkim. The combined streams meet at Bindu to form the Jaldhaka River.At Bindu, there is a Dam over Jaldhaka River, which are controlled the water supply to the Jaldhaka Hydel Project at Jhalong and acts as a bridge for crossing over to Bhutan.he journey to Bindu, gives you an amazing filling of nature. After cross the Coronation Bridge over river Tista, you will be entrance in Dooars region, where most of the time your journey will be through the plain, but the hills on your left side. And the whole journey will be through magnificent and magical dense green forests, where you may suddenly get a view of wild life animals.After you reach at Bindu, you will get a magnificent view of the scenic village and as well as the Himalayas range in Bhutan, which are completely snow covered during winter and sun-ray creates magical moments with the peaks after reflects sun beams on it. A trek from Todey to Tangta is also available here for all adventure lovers, in this route you may extended your trekking to Neora Valley national Park.

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By Air : The Bagdogra Airport is located around 16 kilometers from the town of Siliguri and this serves the Darjeeling region. The airport is connected to many cities in India and this makes it an ideal choice. Flights are available from places such as New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Guwahati and Kolkata. Druk Airways offers flights from Bangkok and Paro as well. You can hire a taxi from the airport itself and the base rate they charge is Rs 7 per kilometer.

By Train : The Jalpiguri station serves the region and you can travel to the station and opt for a taxi to Bindu. Trains arrive at the station from New Delhi, Guwahati and Kolkata. Second class berths cost around Rs 430 from Delhi to Jalpaiguri.

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India /Bihar /Bhagalpur /Bhagalpur

Bhagalpur is a city that is located in the state of Bihar in the Bhagalpur district. Bhagalpur is known as the Silk City and it is famous for the production of first grade silk products. It is one of the biggest cities in the state and has a reasonably well developed infrastructure. It is an old city and one can find references to the city from as far back as the 7th century. The town once had a harbor on the banks of the Ganges and excavations at the site have brought out coins and old boats. Some of these belong to different places in the Middle East and Far East and this shows the importance of the city in terms of trade. There are many interesting places that one can visit in the town and some of the main ones are Lajpat Park, Shiva Temple at Budanath, Champagnagar Jain Temple, Ghanta Ghar, Dargah of Guran Baba, Rabindra Nath Bhavan, Tegh Bahadur Gurudwara, Sandish Compound, Temple of Goddess Kali and Durga, Rajmahal Fossil Sanctuary and Sanjay Udyan Park. Many festivals are celebrated in the town as well and some of the main ones are Laxmi Puja, Kali Puja, Chath Puja and Dussehra. The Muslim festival of Muharram is also celebrated widely here. The town of Bhagalpur experiences climatic conditions that are similar to the climate in the others parts of Bihar. Summers are warm and temperatures can be high during this period. The place gets rainfall during the monsoon season. Winters are cold and temperatures can drop steeply during the peak winter season. It is advisable to travel with woolen clothing during this period.

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Category : Historical
Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours
Pincode: 812001
STD Code: 641
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Best Time to Visit: September – May

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Bhagalpur is a municipal corporation town situated in the planes of the Ganga river basin at the height of 141 feet above sea level in Bihar, India. It is the third largest city of Bihar,It is a city of historical importance on the bank of Ganges river, situated 220 km east of Patna and 410 km north west of Kolkata. Bhagalpur is the third largest city after Patna and Gaya in Bihar. The city was referred to as one of the biggest trade centers in eastern India by the 7th century Chinese travellers Hsüan-tsang and Fa-Hien. The city had a big harbour on the River Ganges at place called Champanagar (another name for Bhagalpur), now called Champanala, which flows on the western boundary of the present city near Nathnagar. During an archaeological excavation, many boats and coins of the Middle and Far East were found at the same place. Bhagalpur is well connected by rails and roadways.The silk industry in this city is hundreds of years old and its inhabitants have been producing silk for generations.

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By Air : The closest airport is located at Patna and this is the best all round option. The Patna Airport is connected to many cities in the country and has frequent connectivity to places such as Lucknow, Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi and Kolkata. It is also connected to some of the smaller airports in the country such as Ranchi and Pune. For those who are landing at the airport, taxis will be readily available and one can reach the town of Bhagalpur using these. The distance from Patna to Bhagalpur is around 235 kilometers.
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The Bhagalpur Junction is an old station and it is connected to many important cities in the state. There are frequent trains that arrive from Patna and this is a good choice for those who are intending to travel by rail. Three tier A/C coaches charge fares of around Rs 325. This is one of the most comfortable options.
By BUS : State run buses are available from the city of Patna and this mode is used frequently by the local population. Tickets are cheap; however buses are not very comfortable.
By Taxi : The town of Bhagalpur has good road connectivity to many places in the state and one can easily reach the place using taxis.
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• Hotel Sadbhavana ; Anand Chikitshalaya Road, Bhagalpur, BR 812002 ; Ph – 094 31 873779 ; Facilities – Room Service

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Laxman Niwas ; Station Chowk, Bhagalpur, BR 812002 ‎ ; Ph – 0641 240 9537 ; Facilities – Room Service

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• metro raj darbar ; Beside Hotel Rajhans, Lalit Bhavan Road, NH 80, Kachari Road, Bhagalpur, BR 812001 ‎ ; Ph – 094 31 431171 ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Adarsh Jalpan Grih ; Variety Chawk, Sujagung, Sikandarpur, Bhagalpur, BR 812002; M – 094 31 215143 ; Food Serve : Indian, Chinese

• Panchwati Bhojshala ; pankaj kumar roy khajaraitha dn-singh road, Urdu Bazar, Bhagalpur, BR 812002 ; M – 0641 230 2766 ; Food Serve : Indian.

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• cheers bar and restaurant; Hotel Rajhans International, Kachari Chowk, MG Road, Bhagalpur. ; Ph/M: N.A ; Cost: N.A ; Food Serve : N.A
• Girja Hotel ;Neem Chowk, Gola Road, Samastipur Ho, Samastipur– 848101 ; Ph/M: (06274) 226845 ; Cost: N.A ; Food Serve : N.A

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India /Andhra Pradesh /Kurnool /Mantralayam

Mantralayam, famed as a holy place by virtue of the Samadhi of a renowned saint Raghavendra Teertha, is a sought religious location among Vaishnavites (Devotees of Lord Vishnu). Mantralayam, in the border of the states Karnataka and Andhra-Pradesh, is a calm and tiny hamlet in Andhra Pradesh. It is ideally placed in a secluded environment on the banks of the River Tungabhadra. Raghavendra Swamy temple and the Mutt complex are the major attractions in this holy destination. Picturesque town of Kurnool is the closest major town. The followers of saint Raghavendra Teertha, a famous compassionate Madhava saint, believe that the saint was the incarnation of Bhakta Prahlada, an epic character and an ardent Vishnu devotee. The saint is believed to have displayed charismatic performances and showed many miracles. He has a large following even at present time. Followers throng to this religious town all through the year. Travelers who visit this place are mainly the devotees of Swamy to have the holy darshan of the Brindavan of Sri Guru Raghavendra Swamy. Raghavendra Swamy temple is one of the main attractions in Mantralayam.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: 5 Hours UTC

Pincode: 518345

STD Code: 8512

Info Website: mantralayam.com

Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year

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Mantralayam is a town in Kurnool district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It lies on the banks of the Tungabhadra river on the border with neighbouring Karnataka state. It is also called as Manchale. This town is noted for the holy presence of the Vrindavana of Guru Raghavendra Swami, a Madhwa saint and follower of Sri Madhwacharya. It is believed that Guru Raghavendra Swami is in the Vrindavana from the past 339 years and is believed to be in the Vrindavana for another 361 years. While entering the Vrindavana, Guru Raghavendra Swami stated that he would be there (in the Vrindavana) for 700 yearsThe temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple architecture is brilliant with many inscriptions, structures and paintings all around. The calm and aesthetic atmosphere in the temple is inviting. Raghavendra Swamy temple Visiting times 6 to 8 am, 10 am to 2 pm and 4 to 8 pm on all the days. In special occasions, temple deity is taken round the temple on an adorned chariot. Temple elephants paying worship to the deity can also be observed. There are three chariots to carry the lord, gold, silver and wooden. Other places of interest near Mantralayam are Panchamukhi temple, Venkateshawara temple and picturesque Alampur. Navabrindavana and Hampi are also located nearby.

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By Air : The nearest major airport is Hyderabad International airport which is located at a distance of about 351 km from Mantralayam. Hyderabad is well air connected to other major airports in India and abroad. Taxi services are available from the airport to Mantralayam.. Taxi fare to cover the distance from Hyderabad to Mantralayam is about Rs. 4000.

By Train : The Mantralayam road railway station is just 15 km away from the heart of the town. It is located in the rail route between Chennai and Raichur. Regular train services are available at this station to other nearby cities.

By BUS : Mantralayam town is well connected by AP State Road Transport Corporation buses. Regular and frequent bus services are available from Mantralayam to Kurnool and Hyderabad..

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Pankaja Paradise ; Near KSRTC Bus Stand,Mantralayam,400087 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service

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Sri Upendra Theertha Nilayam ; Near Raghavendra Swamy Temple, Mantralayam, 518345 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service

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India /Karnataka /Dakshina Kannada /Dharmasthala

Dharamsthala, literally means the land of Charity, is located at the scenic banks of River Netravati in the district of Dakshina Kannada in Karnataka. The city stands as a specimen of religious tolerance, social living and cultural preservation. Here charity is a way of life for the people and the populaces observe Dharam without any discrimination and hesitation. Thousands of pilgrims were fed by free meals in this place irrespective of caste, religion and creed. The visitors can avail free lodging as well. Dharamsthala, renowned as Kuduma eight centuries ago, is a famous pilgrim location of Jaina, Shaiva and Vaishnava communities. One can see the rare views of cultural and religious tolerance and well being through the worshiping of Lord Manjunatha (Shiva) and Jain Tirthankar at a common ground. Dharamasthala known for the 39 feet Bahubali monolith is attractive with beautiful landscapes, lush green surroundings with hilly regions and serene atmosphere. The aesthetic beauty of this place is really inviting for the religious people looking for meditation in solitude.  There are many nearby attractions in this place. These include the Manjunatha temple, ancient Shiva temple in Karanje, Manjusha museum and Vasanthamahal.  The city now holds many modern facilities for the enthusiastic travelers to have comfortable stay and religious visits.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: 5 Hours UTC

Pincode: 574216

STD Code: 08256,08277

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Dharmastala kshetra is located amongst the scenic beauty of the Western Karnataka on the banks of the Nethravathi River.,Beltangady Taluk near Mangalore,under the trusteeship of a Jain familiy, with worship services being performed by Madhva priests. Dharmastala is at a distance of about 75 km from Mangalore.Located in a picturesque settings, it is one of the well visited pilgrimage centers in Karnataka.It has 150 ft tall entrance to the township flanked by numerous choultries on either side. Dharmastala literally means a place of Dharma, a path to religion, ritual, duty, righteousness, and alms. It is the embodiment of justice, truthfulness, faith, solace, fulfillment and peaceDharmasthala is a Indian temple village on the banks of the Nethravathi River in the Belthangadi taluk of the Dakshina Kannada district in Karnat Dharmasthala Temple is an 800-year-old religious institution in the temple town of Dharmasthala in the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India. The deities of the temple are Shiva who is referred to as Manjunatha, Ammanavaru, Chandranath and the Dharma Daivas (guardian spirits of Dharma) namely Kalarahu, Kalarkayi, Kumaraswamy and Kanyakumari. The temple is considered unique since it belongs to the Shaivite sect of Hinduism.

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By Air : The nearest Airport to Dharamsthala is Bajpe Mangalore International Airport, which is at a distance of about 65 km away. There are domestic flights operated from Mangalore to many major cities in South India. Pre-paid taxis are available from airport to Dharamsthala, taxis will charge about Rs 900.

By Train : Nearest major railway station is at Mangalore. Mangalore is a major junction connecting all major railheads in India.

By BUS : There are plenty of buses connecting Dharamsthala from all over the Karnataka state. Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) runs frequently from all nearby cities to Dharamsthala.

By Taxi : Private cabs are the best option for tourists. They are advised to hire cabs for the duration of the stay from either Mangalore or Bangalore and these can be used for local transport around the place. They cost around Rs 1500 per day, waiting charges and driver fee may be applicable as well.

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Spring Valley Resort, Dharamshala ; Bhagsunag, McLeodganj, Upper Dharamshala.NA, Dharamshala 176219 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Restaurant, Room service

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Anupam Resorts, Dharamshala ; Naddi, Upper Dharamsala, Dharamshala 176216 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Restaurant, Room service

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 1201 to Rs. 2500

Hotel Anand Palace, Dharamshala ; Bhagsu Nag, Upper Dharamshala, McLeodganj, Dharamshala 176219 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Restaurant, Room service, internet

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Asia Health Resorts, Dharamshala ; Strawberry Hill, Near Dal Lake, Dharamshala 176216 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Restaurant, Room service, bar, internet, Business center, gym, pool, coffee shop

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• Soorya Restaurant ;  National Highway 234, Ujire, KA 574240; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian
• Bittu Da Dhaba ;  Ujire-Dharmastala Rd, KA 574240; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

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