India /Andra pradesh /Vishakapatnam /Bhimunipatnam /

Bhimunipatnam is a harbor town that is located in the Vishakapatnam District in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The port town was established during the 16th century when the Dutch settlers intended to make it a beautiful trading center. There are theories that the town originated before the Dutch settlers and that it was ruled by the Pandava Kings. Bhimunipatnam is the place where the Goshthani River empties into the sea. The long stretches of beaches along the port are some of the most beautiful in the region. The beaches are relatively clean as tourism has not had a major impact in the town. Hollanders Green as the name indicates was a Dutch settlement and there are many cemeteries and buildings that can be seen. There are a few English graves that can be seen in the cemetery as well. Bhimunipatnam is home to two old churches. The Red Church that was built during the mid 19th century is one of the most interesting places to visit in the area. The Andhra Baptist Church is another place that travelers can visit in Bhimunipatnam. Bhimunipatnam is famous for being the setting for many regional movies and the entire area is picturesque. As it is located along the coast, Bhimunipatnam experiences extreme humidity. Bhimunipatnam experiences a tropical climate that has hot summers and heavy monsoons. Summer season is not the best time to visit for those who are not used to extreme conditions. Monsoon season brings extensive rainfall and the humidity is also high. Winters are the best time to visit the place as the conditions are much cooler.

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Category : Beaches

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 531163‎

STD Code: 8933

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Bheemunipatnam, a historic town, was once a tourist’s paradise. Clean beaches and remnants of a hoary past were the major attractions to tourists visiting the town. But, of late, poor maintenance of the beach seems to be putting off tourists. Bheemunipatnam beach is situated at the source of the Gosthani river. This beach is located 24 km away from Vizag. The blue waters of the beach are safe enough for swimmers. This beach is an ideal place for nature lovers and adventurers. The beach is famous for water sports like snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming and water-skiing. This famous beach sees a crowd of tourists every year coming from various parts of the country. It is one of the most beautiful beaches of Vizag.

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By Air : The nearest airport is at Visakhapatnam, located about 40 km from the beach. The airport is well connected by flights to Indian cities including Mumbai, Hyderabad, Delhi, Chennai and Bengaluru.The airport taxi services are available.

By Train : The nearest major railhead is the Visakhapatnam railway station. The station lies on the Delhi-Chennai route. Trains from cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru and Bhubaneswar do halt at the station. From the station, taxi and auto rickshaw services are available.

By BUS : The beach is well connected by road. State transport and private buses do ply regularly from Hyderabad, Vijaywada, Warangal and Nellore.

By Taxi : The airport taxi services are available.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Hotel Kinnera Comforts ; Daba Garden Rd, Daba Gardens, Visakhapatnam, AP ‎ ; Ph – 0891 666 6500 ; Facilities – Room Service

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Akshaya ; Waltair Station road, Opp to DRM office, next to Manikanta sweets, Dondaparthi, Visakhapatnam, AP 530016 ; Ph – 091 77 892359 ‎ ; Facilities – Room Service

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Sai Priya Estates & Resorts Limited ; Beach Rd, Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam,Andhra Pradesh 530045 ; Ph – 0891 279 0333 ; Facilities – Room Service

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Bay Leaf ; Gudla Vani Palem, Sagar Nagar, Visakhapatnam, Adhra Pradesh 530045‎ ; Ph – 0891 645 4545 ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Kings ;  Bus Stop Ln, Visakhapatnam, AP 531163 ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Raju’s Dhaba ;  Beach Rd, Uppada, Visakhapatnam, AP ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

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India /Uttarakhand /Nainital /Bhimtal

Bhimtal is a town located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. This town is a popular tourist destination located in the Nainital district. It is located at an altitude of around 1200 metres, and is named after a famous character in Indian mythology – Bhima. The town of Bhimtal is mainly popular among tourists and local travellers alike, mainly due to its proximity to the hill station of Nainital. Bhimtal is mainly famous for the enormous Bhimtal Lake that is present in the region. During your trip to the town of Bhimtal, you can go boating in the Bhimtal Lake, as this is one of the chief tourist attractions in Bhimtal. The lake has an island in its centre, and this island can only be accessed through boats. Bhimtal is a place of religious significance as well. A temple complex is located in the town of Bhimtal, and this complex attracts pilgrims from in and around the region. alled Bhimeshwar, the temple complex was built in the 17th century. The exquisite architecture under which the temple has been constructed will surely delight architecture buffs who travel to Bhimtal. You can also travel to the nearby locations of Almora, Pangot, Ranikhet and Mukteshwar during your trip to Bhimtal.

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Category : Hill Station

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 263136

STD Code: 5942

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit:  Feb – April, Aug – Nov

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Bhimtal, a nagar panchayat and a town in ditrcit of Nainital is situated at an altitude of roughly 4700 feet above the sea level. Bhimtal is only 22 kms from Nainital, 4 kms from Naukuchiatal and 11 kms from Bhowali. The main attraction of Bhimtal is the mighty Bhimtal Lake and its “island centre”. Bhimtal lake is the largest lake (larger that Naini Lake) in the lake district of Nainital. Bhimtal is named after “Bhima”, one of the 5 “Panadava” brothers who fought the “Kauravas” in Hindu epic, Mahabharata. It is said that the Pandavas visited this beautiful region during their banishment and Bhima was inspired to build and dedictate a temple to Lord Shiva. It was at this place that they built the “Bhimeshwar Mahadev” temple. The present temple was built in 17th century by the Chand Dynasty. The temple is located along the 40 feet high dam in Bhimtal. It is surrounded by the Kumaoun hills and falls in the northern region of India. The Lake is named after the second pandava called Bhima of the famous epic Mahabharata. It is most famous tourists place near Nainital.

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By Air : Flights can be taken to the minor airport located in the town of Pantnagar. These flights will charge fares that range around Rs 3500 to 5500 for a one way trip from Delhi to Pantnagar. The airport in Pantnagar is not too well developed, and travelling through air is an unpredictable option.

By Train : The Nearest Railway station to Bhimtal is Kathgodam. The railway station is located at a distance of 30 km from Bhimtal. The railhead is well connected with Kathgodam from all over India. Taxis and buses are easily available outside the station, bound for Bhimtal.

By BUS : Bus travel is the locally preferred mode of travel and buses to Bhimtal will run from many destinations including Nainital, Dehradun, Haridwar and even Rishikesh. Buses from Nainital will be frequently available, due to its proximity to Bhimtal. Buses from Nainital to Bhimtal will charge fares that are lesser than Rs 30 to 50. You can also opt for buses to the hill station of Nainital, from where buses to Bhimtal can be easily availed. Buses from New Delhi to the town of Nainital will charge fares of around Rs 450 for the basic class of travel, and Rs 750 to 950, for air conditioned Volvo coaches.

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Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Meadows ; Naukuchiatal road, Bhimtal,Nainital, Uttarakhand, 263136 ; Ph – 098 68 267925 ; Facilities – Room Service

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Emerald Trail ; Jungaliagaon, Bhimtal 263136, Dist Nainital, Uttarakhand ; Ph – 098 33 949954 ; Facilities – Room Service

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India /Madhya Pradesh /Raisen /bhimbetka

Enclosed by the northern tassel of the majestic Vindhyans, Bhimbetka in Bhopal is characterized by rock-strewn topography with thick woods and wrinkled precipices. The biggest depository of antediluvian knacks in India, Bhimbetka is a retreat of serenity and harmony for the picnickers. One of the most primitive dwellings of human race, Bhimbetka boasts of a history of 35000 years old. In fact, the place has witnessed a cultural sequence right from the late stone age to the early historic period. The flamboyant paintings that depict the living styles of primeval mankind are definitely a treasure house of information and a precious narrative in the history of man. As the name itself suggests, this historic place is closely related to the legendary figure Bhim, the second in the Pandavas. The popular belief is that, it was here that Bhim took a brief rest during his exile. The word Bimbetka literally means Bim’s lounge. A marvel in the archaeological perspective, Bimbetka is adorned with the accolade of being the richest depository of prehistoric paintings, in South Asia. Archeologists are of the opinion that these caves might have been occupied over 10,000 years ago.  It is quite amazing to note that the artists had shown great skill in portraying the sequence of events in his artwork.  Bordered by impenetrable forests and wobbly crags, the site also offers spectacular sceneries and poses a treasure trove for bird lovers. The magnificient paintings in the rock shelters are the gateway to the primordial colonnade of Bhimbetka.

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Category : Archological

Time Zone:  UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 480884

STD Code: 2951

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

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Bhimbetka Caves, in a very short span of time have become the most visited attraction in Madhya Pradesh and have earned a place in the list of one of the best in India. Although there are more than 600 caves , only 12 are open for tourists at the moment, but they show you the best paintings that are there in all other caves. And out of the 24 world heritage sites that have been recognized by UNESCO in India, Bhimbetka caves are the oldest one. The Bhimbetaka Rock Shelters are a credible source of information about the pre-historic life of Indian civilization. These paintings boasts of the societal life of the people lived in that era. These rock shelters are included in the prestigious world heritage site lists of the UNESCO.Formerly found its mention as the Buddhist centers, this rock shelters are recognized as the dwellings of the pre-historic man during the year 1957. The entire area is covered by substantial vegetation, has copious natural resources, natural shelters, with perennial water supplies.Bimbetka Rock shelters are classified as Lakha Juar group and Bhimbetka group, which depict an incessant progression of Stone Age cultures. These shelters are acclaimed as the oldest stone floors and wall in the entire world itself. The outstanding feature of this rock shelters are its downy nature with implausible contour, stunning tinges and feels.

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By Air : Bhopal Airport, also known as Raja Bhoj Airport, is the nearest airport, which is 42 km away from Bhimbetka. Taxi Cab will charge about Rs 600, one way. Bhopal airport is connected to Mumbai, Indore, Gwalior and Delhi. International flights to Gulf cities like Sharjah and Dubai are operated from Bhopal.

By Train : Bhopal Railway Station is the nearest railhead to Bhimbetka. It has connection trains to all major cities in India. Daily Shatabdi expresses shuttle between Bhopal and Delhi.

By BUS : Madhya Pradesh road transport services are available in Bhimbetka connecting to near by cities. From Bhopal to Bhimbetka it costs about Rs 40. Luxury buses are available overnight from Delhi to Bhopal. Distance between Bhimbetka and Delhi is about 755 km.

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India /Punjab /Bhatinda /Bhatinda

Bhatinda is one of the oldest cities located in the Indian state of Punjab. This city is located in the Bhatinda district, and it is one of the most important tourist destinations in the state. This is mainly due to Bhatinda’s bustling culture and heritage, as many foreigners and locals from other states flock to Bhatinda in order to experience Punjabi culture and traditions. Bhatinda is also a major religious centre in Punjab, as there are many places of religious significance like the Quila Mubarak in the city. This monument is a very tall one that is located in the city, and it is made up of entirely small bricks. You can also visit the Bahia fort once you reach Bhatinda. This site was built during the 1930s and has now been converted into a hotel. You can also visit the Gurudwara located in the Lakhi jungle. This gurudwara is a major centre for Sikhs across the country and it is located in the middle of a forest. Other interesting places that you can visit in Bhatinda include Chetak Park, Zoological Garden, Dhobhi Bazaar and the Mazaar of Peer Haji Rattan. The Mazaar is a very important pilgrim destination. The city of Bhatinda experiences a tropical climate like the rest of the state of Punjab. Summers in Bhatinda are very hot and sultry and winters are cool and inviting. The region of Bhatinda is best visited during winter, as travelling around during the summer will be quite hard.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode:151001

STD Code: 164

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

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Bathinda is one of the oldest towns in the state of Punjab and has many historical associations. There is an ancient “Fort” in Bathinda, which is believed to have been in existence for the last 1800 year. It is believed that Rao Bhatti, son of Bal Band who became ruler of Punjab in 336 Bikrami Sambat established the modern town of Bathinda in Lakhi Jungle area in the third century and the city was captured from him by Sur Brars. Bala Rao Bhatti inhabited the city in 965 AD naming it Bhatinda after his surname. The city also remained the capital of Raja Jaipal. It was also called “Whatinda” and “Bitunda” which finally came to be known as Bathinda on authority of Survey of India to conform to the phonetical expression locally pronounced. In the year of 1000 Mahmud Gazni besieged the Bathinda Fort which fell in his way from North West to the rich Ganges Plains. Later Mohammad Gori attacked and captured the Fort of Bathinda in 1189, but Prithavi Raj Chauhan the ruler of this region managed to recover the possession of the fort thirteen months later in 1191. The fort is also associated with the first woman ruler of India “Razia Sultana” who ruled India during 1236-1240. Razia Sultana was imprisoned in the Fort in 1240. Tenth Guru of Sikhs, Guru Gobind Singh visited the town in 1705 on his way to Talwandi Sabo (Damdama Sahib) after battles of Muktsar. Guru Ji stayed in the fort for some days.

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By Air : You can reach Bhatinda easily by opting for a flight till the Chandigarh airport or the Delhi airport, and by opting for buses and cabs from there to Bhatinda. Travelling through flights is the easiest mode of travel and the most comfortable mode as well. Domestic flight charges will tend to be quite costly, ranging around Rs 4,000 to 8,000, but both the airports are well connected to all local and international destinations. You can opt for flights from Chennai, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore and Hyderabad among the local flights.

By Train : The city of Bhatinda has a major railway station, which is one of the biggest stations in the state. Regular trains from Delhi (Punjab Mail), Mumbai (Fzr Bct Janta), Kalka (Barmer Klk Exp), Haridwar (Sgnr Hw Express), Guwahati (Avadh Assam Exp), Jaipur (Asr Jaipur Exp) and many other cities across the country. Railway fares from Delhi to Bhatinda will range around Rs 150 to 500 for the basic class of travel.

By BUS : Buses too are easily available for Bhatinda from the nearby cities and states. The cost is around Rs 2 to 5 per km.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Hotel Party Inn ; Goniana Rd Bathinda, PB 151001 ; Ph – 0164 501 0111 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, Room Service, Doctor On Call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Bahia Fort ; The Mall Road, Bathinda, PB 151001 ; Ph – 094 17 227555 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, Room Service, Doctor On Call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Bathinda Hotels, Bathinda Punjab Hotel ; Mittal City Mall, Goniana Road Bathinda, PB 151001 ; Ph – 0164 505 0100 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, Restaurant ,Conferencing Facilities, Internet Facilities, Room Service, Doctor On Call.

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• Talking Tables ;  Goniana Rd Bathinda, PB ; M –  0164 501 0111 ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Subway ;  Civil Lines Bathinda, PB ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian, Panjabi Thali.

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Mehfil Restaurant ; G T Road, Rampura Phul, Bhatinda – 151103 ; Ph/M: 9256811111, (01651) 227292, 266908 ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : N.A

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India /Rajasthan /Bhilwara /Bhilwara

Bhilwara is a city that is located in the state of Rajasthan in the region of Mewar. The city is unique and it is known for its good quality cloth. The city is very well known for its cloth paintings called the Fad Paintings and these are made with natural colors and were made famous by the Joshi family. The city is also famous for sweetmeats that are known as Gazhak and Makahn Beda. There are many tourist sites that are located in and around the place and many fairs take place in the town during the festive season as well. Some of the main sites in the place are Bijolian Mandakini Temple, Shapura Ramdwara, Mandallgarh Menal Waterfall and Pur Udan Chatri. There is an old fort located around 70 km from the town called the Badnore Fort. The fort is home to many temples and the iconic Shiva Temple is worth the visit. Some of the fairs that take place in the city are the Ganesh Mela, Tejaji Mela, Badnore Pash Mela, Jal Joolani Ekadasha, Harni Mahadev Mela and many others. Tilaswa Mahadev Mela and Dev Narayan Mela are also important festivals in the town. The town is also known for its medical tourism.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 311001

STD Code: 1482

Info Website: bhilwara.nic.in

Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

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Bhilwara (Bhilo ki nagri) is a renowned district in the Mewar region of south Rajasthan. It is the 900 years old city is surrounded by Ajmer in north and Udaipur and Chittorgarh in south. Numerous rivers like Banas, Kothari, Mansi, Chandrabhaga, Nagdi etc. flow across the city. Bhilwara is one of the most densely populated areas of India with a population of 20, 09,516 (As per Census 2001). This “Textile City” of India occupies the first position in Asia for the number of registered private four-wheeler motor vehicles. Apart from being the 7th largest city of the state of Rajasthan, it’s the 3rd best city to top the Chartered Accountancy Examination in India. When Arjuna was going to Dwarika with all Gopis during Mahabharata period, he was passing through the present Bhilwara region. There was a war between Arjuna and Bhils. Local tradition reveals that it came to be known as Bhilwara because it was mostly inhabited by Bhil tribes in old days. These Bhils were eventually driven away towards the hilly tracts and interior places of less importance by the ancestors of the peasant settlers. It is said to have come up in the middle of the 11th century when a Bhil tribal, supposedly one of the first settlers, built a Shiva temple on the site of the existing Bada Mandir or Jataun ka Mandir. This is in the area called Purana Bhilwara or Bhilwara Gaon, the oldest part of the town. If we are to believe this, the town is more than 900 years old.

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By Air : The airport at the city of Udaipur is the closest major airport and there are a few domestic flights that operate to and from the city. There are regular scheduled flights from various places such as Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Hyderabad and Jodhpur to the airport. The city of Bhilwara can be reached easily from the airport using the various taxis that are available outside. Generally taxis charge around Rs 7 per km for the trip and hiring an air conditioned taxi is always advisable.

By Train : The city has a railway station that is well connected to some of the main cities such as Baroda, Ajmer, Jaipur, Kanpur, Patna, Gwalior, Lucknow, Delhi, Jodhpur and various other cities around the country. Since train connectivity is good, many tourists opt for this mode and hence tickets have to be booked in advance in order to ensure reservation.

By BUS : State government buses are available from most of the nearby cities. Ticket prices from Udaipur to Bhilwara are around Rs 100 and these are the cheapest mode of transport .

By Taxi : Taxis charge around Rs 7 per km for the trip and hiring an air conditioned taxi is always advisable.

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Deluxe – Up to Rs. 1201 to Rs. 2500

Hotel City Palace ; Opposite Singal Hospital, Pech Area, Bhilwara, RJ 311001; Ph – 093 52 797788 ; Facilities – Room Service

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

La Abode Hotel ; 16, Rajendra Marg, Bhopal Ganj, Bhilwara, Rajasthan 311001; Ph – 01482 230 381 ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Saffron Restaurant ;  Opposite Pratap Nagar School, Pur Road,, Rajasthan State Highway 12, Gandhi Nagar, Bhilwara, RJ 311001 ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Kanchi Resorts ;  Pratap Nagar Bhilwara, RJ; M – 098 29 508877 ; Food Serve :  Indian,Chinese

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Gazak –  Laxminarayan Agency ; L N T Road, Bhilwara Ho, Bhilwara – 311001 ; Ph/M –  9829233429 ; Cost –  N.A ; Famous for – Famous For

Makahn Beda. –  Shagun Sweets ; LAL Bahadur Shastri Mkt, Bhilwara Ho, Bhilwara – 311001 ; Ph/M –  (01482) 222900 ; Cost –  N.A ; Famous for – Famous For

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Suwalka Hotel; Suwalka Hotel, Sukhariya Circle, Ajmer Road, Bhilwara Ho, BHILWARA – 311001 ; Ph/M: 9970175701 ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : N.A

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Gangaur Festival ; Venue:  Bhilwara ; Period :  July and August. ; Details:  It is a very popular festival celebrated in all over the state of Rajasthan with great zeal. It is one of the most colorful and very significant festivals of the state, dedicated to Goddess Gauri (Parvati), the companion of Lord Shiva. The womenfolk of the city enjoy this festival with great interest and dedication. It is celebrated in the months of July and August.

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India /Jharkhand /Pashchimi Singhbhum /Chaibasa

Chaibasa is a town that is situated in the state of Jharkhand in the district of West Singhbum. It is an old city and archeologists have found sites that date back to the time of the Stone Age. The town is still predominantly tribal in nature. However it has a reasonably well developed infrastructure. The town is surrounded by hills and there are steep cliffs that can be seen here. The town is one of the most scenic locations in the state and has become a popular tourist attraction. The tribal background and the nature of the town attract many visitors and visiting this place can be an interesting experience. One can visit many tribal festivals in the area and these are accompanied by rustic music and dances. These festivals are generally extremely colorful and are a phenomenal experience. One can also purchase handicrafts that are made by the local population and these are interesting souvenirs. Lupungutu is a popular picnic spot and there is a small waterfall located here as well. One can also visit an ancient temple dedicated to Shiva at Ramthirta. There is a temple known as Kiching Temple and another Shiva Temple in the place. It is also worth visiting the excavation site at Benisagar. The climatic conditions of the town of Chaibasa are varied and one can expect extreme conditions during different parts of the year.

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Category : Archaeology

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 833201

STD Code: 6582

Info Website: chaibasa.nic.in

Best Time to Visit:  October-May

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Chaibasa comes under the district of West Singhbhum which is one of the oldest districts of Jharkhand. Subsequently three districts were carved out of it namely East Singhbhum, West Singhbhum and Saraikela-Kharsawan.

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By Air : There is no airport in Chaibasa.The nearest airport is located at Ranchi and this is the most viable option for those who are planning to arrive by air. The Ranchi Airport is connected to a few cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Patna. Three main operators ply to the Ranchi Airport. Up on arrival you can opt for a taxi from the stand outside the airport. They charge around Rs 3300 for a small car such as Tata Indica and Rs 4500 for an SUV such as Chevrolet Tavera.

By Train : The town of Chaibasa has a railway station that is connected to the city of Kolkata and a few other places. Train travel is generally cheap and many visitors prefer this mode of transport. Trains are comfortable and second class tickets from Kolkata to Chaibasa cost Rs 180. Taxis are available outside the station.

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By Taxi : Chaibasa is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Chaibasa 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

• Akash Hotel ; Chawla Super Market,Near Central Bank Of India Sadar Bazar,Chaibasa Jharkhand – 833201. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – N.A.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Annapurna Hotel ; 104/A Sadar Bazar | Near Hanuman Temple, Chaibasa, India. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – N.A.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Akash Hotel ; Chawla Super Market Near Central Bank Of India Sadar Bazar, Chaibasa, Chaibasa 833201, India. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – N.A.

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• Annapurna Restaurant ;  104-A, Sadar Bazaar, Chaibasa- 833201. ; M –  (06582) 256720 ; Food Serve :  Indian.

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• Beware of pickpockets as Chaibasa is a major tourist city in India.
• Beware of fake items. Better to buy from reputable shops even though you have to pay more.

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India /Chattisgarh /Durg /Bhilai

Bhilai is a city that is situated in the Durg district of the state of Chattisgarh. Many festivals are celebrated in the city and one can witness many of these throughout the year. Some of the festivals that are celebrated here are Durga Puja, Ganesh Chathurthi, Rath Yatra and the Tamil festival of Pongal. Satsang is a place where many Sikhs get together to pray. This is a good place to visit for those who follow the Sikh religion. The hallmark of the town is the religious unity and people of different religions can be seen here. The town has a zoo called the Maitri Bagh and this is one of the most important tourist places here. There are two manmade lakes that are present near the zoo as well. An old Shiv Mandir is located near the town and this is known as the Deobaloda temple. Tandula is an interesting picnic spot and many families from Bhilai can be seen here. An old palace is located at a place called Dhamdha. Some of the other places of interest are the Khakara and Hajra Falls. There are a few Jain temples that are located at a place called Nagpura that is situated 10 kilometers from Bhilai. The city of Bhilai experiences three main seasons and they are the summer, monsoon and winter season. The climate can be classified as a sub tropical type of climate. The summer season in the place can be hot and conditions are uncomfortable during this period. Bhilai receives moderate amount of rainfall during the monsoon season. Winters are moderately cold and temperatures can drop during the night.

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Category : Culture

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 490001

STD Code: 788

Info Website: bhilaiinfoline.com

Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

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The town of Bhilai is famous for the Bhilai Steel Plant, which is one of the biggest, not only in the country but also in the whole world. Bhilai is an industrial town and has a lot of other factories other than the Steel Plant that produce things like acids, gases, chemicals. The products that the Bhilai Steel Plant produces are rail, railway sleepers, construction materials and many other steel products. The town is connected to other parts of the state by a number of railway stations. The biggest of all is the Durg Railway station, which is also the nearest. Bhilai Powerhouse, KumhariThe famous destinations in the city of Bhilai that would attract the tourists are Maitri Bagh, Civic Center, Akash Ganga.

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By Air : The Raipur Airport is the closest commercial airport and it is the only one that is currently operating in the state of Chhattisgarh. The airport is connected by flights from places such as Delhi, Nagpur, Mumbai, Bhubaneshwar, Indore, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bhopal and Ahmadabad. One can reach the place from any part of the country easily. Taxis are available at the airport and they charge around Rs 400 for the trip from Raipur to Bhilai.

By Train : The Durg Junction is located close to the city of Bhilai and many trains that ply along the Howrah to Mumbai line stop at this station. The station is connected to Kolkata and Mumbai by regular services. Ticket rates for a second class sleeper berth from Kolkata to Durg cost around Rs 330

By BUS : Government buses are available from the city of Raipur and they depart at various points through the day. Bhilai is also connected to Nagpur and Bilaspur through regular buses. Tickets from Raipur cost around Rs 50.

By Taxi : Taxis and autos can be used to reach the city of Bhilai.

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Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Shakun ; Nandini Raod, Power House, Bhilai, CT 490011 ‎ ; Ph – 0788 404 9321 ; Facilities – H/C running Water,telephone, TV, fax, safe deposit, 24 hours room service, in-house restaurant.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Kusum ; Nandini Road, Power House, Bhilai, CT 490011 ‎ ; Ph – 0788 403 3900 ; Facilities – 24 hours room service, in-house restaurant,H/C running Water,telephone, TV,doctor-on call.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Hotel Grand International ; Behind Station Road Gurudwara, Raipur City, Raipur, CT 492001 ‎ ; Ph – 077 14 092990 ; Facilities – Accessible facilities ,Airport shuttle ,Bar ,Business centre ,Free Wi-Fi ,Free breakfast ,Free parking ,Gym ,Indoor pool ,Laundry ,Restaurant ,Room service ,Spa.

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• Dwarika Restaurant ;  Pushpak Nagar Rd, Pushpak Nagar, Nehru Nagar Bhilai, CT- 490020 ; M –  0788 329 5192 ; Food Serve :  Indian, chinese

• Atithi Restaurant ;  Bhilai Niwas , Bhilai Hotel, Civic Centre, Bhilai, CT 490006 ; M –  0788 222 5808 ; Food Serve :  Indian, chinese

• Krishna Restaurant ;  Commercial Complex, Nehru Nagar East, Bhilai – 490021 ; M –  0788-4052062, 9826721227, 9993543222 ; Food Serve :  ” Multi cuisine “

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Kulfi –  Cha Cha ji Kulfi ; Civic Centre Bhilai. ; Ph/M –  N.A ; Cost –  N.A ; Famous for – Famous For

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Hotel Regency ; Supela Chowk, Near Axis Bank, Supela, Bhilai – 490023 ; Ph/M: 9755222333, 9303357000, (0788) 4017555, 4017000 ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : N.A

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India /Gujrat /Bhavnagar /Bhavnagar

Bhavnagar is located in the Indian state of Gujarat. This city is a very prominent city in the state, and is known as the cultural capital of the entire region of Saurashtra in Gujarat. There are many places to see in the city of Bhavnagar, and the city caters to both modern tourists and pilgrims who are on the lookout for old temples for a spiritual experience. During your trip to the lovely city of Bhavnagar, you can visit the Jain temples that are located in the region of Palitana that is present at a distance of fifty one kilometres from Bhavnagar. These temples are located on top of the Shatrunjaya hills, and there are totally more than 863 temples in this region. Pilgrims thus flock to this region throughout the year, along with tourists who are awestruck by the sheer number of temples. You can also visit the Takhteshwar temple in Bhavnagar, and also the Aksharwadi temple in the region, as these are popular tourist destinations as well. These temples also provide a splendid view of the coast. The Nilambag palace is yet another famous tourist destination in Bhavnagar. You can also visit the Velavadar National Park that is located sixty five kilometres away. Winters in the town of Bhavnagar run through the months of October, November, December and January.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 364001

STD Code: 278

Info Website: bhavnagar.com

Best Time to Visit:  Oct – May

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Bhavnagar is the fifth largest city in the state of Gujarat, India. Bhavnagar was founded in 1724 by Bhavsinhji Gohil (1703–1764, its founder and ruler. It was the capital of Bhavnagar State, which was a princely state before it was merged into the Indian Union in 1948. It is now the administrative center of the Bhavnagar district. Bhavnagar is situated 198 km from the state capital Gandhinagar and to the west of the Gulf of Khambhat. Bhavnagar is the fifth largest city of Gujarat, after Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara and Rajkot; and the second largest city in the Saurashtra region. It is also known as the cultural capital of Saurashtra. Pilgrims thus flock to this region throughout the year, along with tourists who are awestruck by the sheer number of temples. You can also visit the Takhteshwar temple in Bhavnagar, and also the Aksharwadi temple in the region, as these are popular tourist destinations as well.

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By Air : Bhavnagar has a domestic airport that has regular flights to the city of Mumbai and other cities in India. Two private carriers operate out of this airport, including Kingfisher Airlines and Jet Airways. Flights will be regularly available, and flight charges from the city of Mumbai to Bhavnagar will range around Rs 3400. This is a very comfortable way to reach the city of Bhavnagar, and it is the quickest way too.

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By BUS : You can opt for buses to travel to the city of Bhavnagar, as many buses will be available from the cities and towns of Ahmedabad, Vadodara and Surat. Bus fares will be quite high, and both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses will be available. Bus fares from the city of Ahmedabad to Bhavnagar will cost around Rs 200 to 250 for the basic class of travel. There are also frequent buses to Rajkot and Jamnagar.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Nilambag Palace ; Near Nilambag Circle, Vithalwadi Road, Bhavnagar, Gujarat 364002, Nilambaug, Bhavnagar, Gujarat 364002 ; Ph – 0278 242 4241 ; Facilities – Room Service

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Sun N Shine ; Station Rd, Panwadi Bhavnagar, GJ ; Ph – 0278 251 6134 ; Facilities – Room Service

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Apollo ; Opposite ST Bus Station, Kalanala, Bhavnagar, Gujarat, 364001 Station Rd, Sutarwad, Panwadi, Bhavnagar ; Ph – 0278 242 5253 ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Shriji’s Restaurant ;  Rupani Rd, Bharatnagar Bhavnagar, GJ ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian, Chinese
• Food Point Restaurant ;  Jalsa The Lounge Giri-Kandra Plaza Sardarnagar to Sanskar Mandal Road, Near Nandalaya Haveli, Bhavnagar, GJ ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian, Chinese

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Vijaydeep Gymnasium Club ; Nirmal Nagar, Mahuva, Bhavnagar – 364290 ; Ph/M: (02844) 3203838 ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : N.A
Aditya Milk Bar ; Khargate, Bhavnagar, Gujarat, ; Ph/M: N.A ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : N.A
Bhavsinhji Cricket Club ; Panwadi, Opposite S T Stand, Bhavnagar – 364001 ; Ph/M: 0278-2515639 ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : N.A

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Kunas Health & Wellness Spa ;  Plot No 1947/A, Opposite Sbsi Sardar Nagar Branch, Bhavnagar Takhteswar, Bhavnagar – 364002 ; Ph/M – 9727406387, (0278) 2570012 ; Cost:  N.A ; Services –  0

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Navratis ; Venue:  Bhavnagar ; Period :  September/October ; Details:  Navratis take place in September/October and this is a festive time in Bhavnagar as in the whole of Gujarat – this is when all the youngsters celebrate dancing the Dandiya and the Garba.

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India /Karnataka /Uttara Kannada /Bhatkal

Bhatkal is a very popular tourist destination located in the Indian state of Karnataka. The town of Bhatkal has been witness to many historical events and is one of the oldest towns in the Uttara Kannada region, which is located in the northern part of Karnataka. The town of Bhatkal is located in a very strategic location, and is very well connected. This is one of the main reasons why it is a tourist hotspot. The port town of Bhatkal is mainly famous for a temple that is located in the region. The temples in the region of Uttara Kannada are all fine examples of Vijayanagara architecture, and these temples have a lot of carvings and sculptures that depict moments from the ancient times effortlessly. You will feel yourself being transported back in time through these temples and other mosques located along the region. The Kethapayya Narayan temple is a famous example of fine Vijayanagara architecture and elegant mosques like the Jamia Masjid, the Khalifa Masjid and the Noor Masjid portray the clash of two cultures. Bhatkal is also not entirely a temple town, as the town of Bhatkal has a pristine beach and spaces where you can unwind and relax, enjoying your vacation in peace.

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Category : Beaches

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 581320

STD Code: 8385

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit:  Sep – Mar

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Bhatkal, also known as Batecala in some Portuguese historical texts is a port town in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka.Bhatkal has been quite a hustling tourist spot mainly because of Murdeshwara Temple, World Renowned Shiva Statue and Beaches. The place has been attracting a wide range of tourists to this place. As far as cuisine is concerned its widely large because of amalgamation of different cultures. The town is home to some magnificent mosques like the Jamia masjid, the Khalifa masjid, the Sultani masjid and the Noor masjid. Some old mosques date back to more than a couple of centuries. The entire Bhatkal beach area with a fishing port and a lighthouse atop a hillock offers a breathtaking view. One can get a panoramic view of the villages from the lighthouse. If one looks around, the Arabian Sea with colourful fishing boats drifting and bobbing is a treat to the eyes. Here, the river Sharabi drains into the Sea. Taking a break, one cago across to the Murdeshwar tourist resort, a popular tourist destination, that is close-by to Bhatkal.

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By Air : The nearest airport to Bhatkal is at Goa, and this airport lies around a hundred and eighty seven kilometeRs away (187 km). Flights to all international destinations are available from here and buses will ply regularly between Bhatkal and Goa. Flight charges for international travel will be around Rs 20000.

By Train : The town of Bhatkal has a major railway station and a lot of trains (mainly the ones that come from major cities) halt there. Regular trains will be available from the cities of New Delhi, Margao, Jaipur and Kochi. Train charges will normally range between Rs 150 to 350.

By BUS : There are many buses that ply regularly to the town of Bhatkal and some of these ply to Bhatkal from major cities and town around the state. Buses to Bhatkal will be available from the towns of Bangalore, Pune, Hyderabad, Mangalore, Hubli, Mumbai, Bidar and Gulbarga. Bus charges may range anywhere between Rs 200 to 500. Buses are a good option for last minute travel to Bhatkal, and tickets can be easily booked on the spot as no prior booking is required. Buses to Bhatkal will also be available from Hassan, Hampi and Karwar.

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Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Kola Paradise ; Shamsuddin Circle, Opposite Bus Stand, Bhatkal, Uttara Kannada, Bhatkal 581320, ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Central Lodge ; Main Road Near Gulf Bazar Bhatkal, ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Hotel 4 Seezon ;  Ranginkatte, NH 66 Bhatkal, KA ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Summer Hotel ;  NH 17, Main Road,Bhatkal, Bhatkal, KA 581320 ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

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Maari Habba festival ; Venue:  Bhatkal ; Period :  July-Aug ; Details:  Bhatkal’s famous Mari festival ended peacefully here with a special Pooja of Mari Amma idol being offered at Mari Kamba temple in Bhatkal. On this occasion large number of devotees from in and around Bhatkal participated in the rally and immersed the Mari Amma idol in the sea. It may be noted that, on the occasion of Mari habba, Hindus seek medication from the Godess Mari from all their illness, offer special poojas and sacrifice roosters.

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India /Jammu and Kashmir /Udhampur / Vaishno Devi

Vaishnodevi temple in has got international acclaim as a much desired pilgrim centre. Dedicated to Mother Goddess Vaishnodevi, this fabulous shrine allures millions of devotees from all over the world. A deep sense of devotion and faith helps the devotees to mount the tedious journey of 13 kilometers to have a darshan. Believed to be built by the Pandavas, this shrine is one among the oldest of the all shrines in India. At an altitude of 5200 feet, this temple depicts almost all the deities of the Hindu Pantheon. Legends have it that in order to escape from the tantric, Vaishnodevi went to Trikoot and when her meditation was disturbed she killed the tantric. The idol of the main deity is in the form of natural Pindies, representing Goddes Kali, Saraswathi and Lakshmi. These three stone structures symbolize creative, preservative and destructive characters of the mother Goddess. Pilgrims have to get down at Katra, from where the new route to the shrine starts. Some adventurous people opt for the more tedious steeply pathway which is much harder to ascend. It is mandatory that the tourists should register their names and obtain a yatra slip from the registration office. A slip in hand is so obligatory that without it one would not be permitted to cross the Banganga check post. The authorities do not charge any fee for the slip. The tourists are required to mention the number of other tourists traveling along with them. Tourists are also requested to reveal the mode of their journey to the authorities. The experience one get in the darshan is so spectacular that they would even forget all haphazard they have under took during their arduous journey. The feeling is so great that it would fetch the devotee again and again to this holy abode of the mother Goddess. Nothing would defeat the deep belief and fondness of the devotees and the uphill path offers the unusual site of all class of people walking with the same devotion. Another attribute of visiting this sacred place is the trudging like experience, it provides throughout the mounting path. Located in the snow clad mountain ranges, this sacred shrine commands the pictorial beauty of the majestic Himalayas.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 182301

STD Code: 1991

Info Website: maavaishnodevi.org

Best Time to Visit:  March – October

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‘Vaishnavi’ means the one who is related to lord “Vishnu”. Goddess Vaishnavi is the manifestation of the collective spiritual strengths of Mata Maha Kali, Mata Maha Lakshmi and Mata Maha Saraswati. It is described in Durga Sapatshati that the Goddess was born as a young girl of extraordinary beauty and strength, out of the collectively pooled ‘Tejas’ of various ‘Devtas’ and three lords Brahma, Vishnu and Shankar. The immediate purpose of the creation of the Goddess was the annihilation of Asura (Devil) Mahishasura. However another purpose of her creation was that she might usher on earth an era of pious and ascetic life so that the peace could prevail upon the world and she through her penance could rise to higher levels of spirituality and ultimately merge with Vishnu. Mata Vaishno DeviThe ‘Goddess’ having been created by the Devtas and the three lords ordained the human form in the house of one Ratnakar as his daughter whom the family named as Vaishnavi. The girl right from her childhood displayed a hunger for knowledge which was like a vortex and which no amount of teaching and learning could sufficiently satiate. Subsequently, Vaishnavi started looking into her inner self for knowledge and soon learned the art of meditation and realized that meditation and penance only could bring her close to her greater objective. Vaishnavi thus relinquished all household comforts and went deep into the forest for Tapasaya (meditation). Meanwhile, Lord Rama, during his fourteen years of exile happened to visit Vaishnavi who recognized him immediately as no ordinary being but the incarnation of Lord Vishnu and immediately asked him to merge her into himself so that she could become one with the supreme creator. However Lord Rama, knowing that it was not the appropriate time, dissuaded her by saying that he will visit her again after the end of his exile and at that time if she succeeded in recognizing him, he will fulfill her wish. True to his words, Rama visited her again after being victorious in the battle, but this time he did so in the guise of an old man. Unfortunately, Vaishnavi was unable to recognize him this time and was distraught. Upon this, Lord Rama consoled her that the appropriate time for her being one with the creator had not come and he will eventually do so in ‘Kaliyug’ in his incarnation of ‘Kalki’. Rama also directed her to meditate and set up an Ashram at the base of Trikuta hills to elevate her level of spirituality so as to bless the mankind and rid the poor and destitute of their sufferings and only then will ‘Vishnu’ merge her into himself.

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By Air : Nearest airport is Jammu airport, which is at a distance of 50 km from Katra, the motorable place nearby Vaishno Devi. Jammu is well connected with many major airports in the country, including Delhi, Srinagar and Leh. Almost all air service providers operate regular flights from Jammu. Taxi services are available from Jammu to Katra, costing about Rs 1500.

By Train : Nearest railway station is also Jammu. This railway station is connected to all major cities in India including the southern most Trivandrum Railway station.

By BUS : The Jammu and Kashmir State Road Transport Corporation buses operate many buses from Jammu to Katra at regular intervals. Private deluxe bus services are also available from Jammu to Katra, charging about Rs 300. Jammu to Katra, state public buses leave at an interval of 15 minutes.

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By Other : Mata Vaishno Devi Helicopter services from Katra on the foothills and the flight will drop you at Sanjhichatt. This visit to the sacred Shrine, enveloped by the clouds is the beginning of a breathtaking heli-hop. Vaishno Devi Helicoter Bookings Offers Mata Vaishno Devi Helicopter Tickets & Mata Vaishno Devi Helicopter Packages at reasonable price.Online booking Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Helicopter Booking by Vaishno Devi Helicoter

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Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• The Vaishnodevi Hotel ; Jammu Road, Katra, Katra 182301, India. ; Ph – 01991 233 301 ; 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

• Country Inn & Suites by Carlson ; Jammu Katra Highway, Katra, Jammu and Kashmir 182301 India. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk ,24-hour front desk ,24-hour room service ,24-Hour Security ,Doctor on call.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Asia Vaishno Devi ; Katra (J&K) India -182 301. ; Ph – 01991 – 232061 ; Facilities – 24-hour room service ,Laundry ,Parking ,Doctor on call.

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• Kens Food Planet ;  Kashmir Road, Katra, 182301, India. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Indian.

• Prem Lahori Vaishno Dhaba ;  Ban ganga road, Katra, 182301, India. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Chinese North Indian Fast Food.

• Punjabi Haveli ;  Katra Jammu Road, Katra, 182301, India. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  North Indian.

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• Pilgrimage, Audio cassettes, Cds , Gold and Silver Coins. ; Sovenir Shops ;  Sovenir Shops,Katra. ; Ph/M:  N.A.

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Navratra Festival ; Venue:  Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple. ; Period :  October ; Details:  Navratra Festival is celebrated every year in Katra, the base camp of Sri Mata Vaishno Devi. On this auspicious occasion entire Katra town is decorated tastefully and people from the region participate in large numbers.A view of Mata Vaishno Deviji Bhawan.The Navratra Festival starts with the formal inauguration ceremony. On the first day, after the prayers are offered to Goddess Mata Vaishno Devi, flowers are showered from a helicopter (at times) to mark the beginning of the celebrations. The entire cultural heritage of the region is on display everywhere. One can see the locals dressed up in the traditional attire symbolizing the rich Dogra culture.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Vaishno Devi is a major tourist city in India.
• Beware of fake items. Better to buy from reputable shops even though you have to pay more.

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• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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