Wednesday 27 June 2012

Kodaikanal and Gwalior Tourism


‘Gift of the forest’ – this is what Kodaikanal means in the local language. Kodaikanal tourism is a significant contributor to the tourism industry of the state. This princess of hill stations in Tamil Nadu is located at 7,200 feet above the sea level in the famous Palani Hills in Western Ghats. The key attraction about Kodaikanal Tourism is the hill station serving as a honeymoon destination in South India. Thanks to the scenic beauty and mesmerizing landscapes! You will love exploring the enchanting waterfalls, the forest, the huge rocks, and the valley as a whole. Souvenirs you will love taking home are plums, pears, eucalyptus oil, and homemade chocolates. Another feature worth mentioning about Kodaikanal tourism is the blossoming of the kurinji flowers once in 12 years here.

Think about Gwalior Tourism and you will be transported to the tourist capital of Madhya Pradesh. The historical legacy associated about this city has only attracted many tourists from across the world. The Gwalior Fort stands tall; it changed hands many times since the 8th century to the British regime. Read about Gwalior tourism online and you will come across details related to the history of the fort. In chronological order, this fort was occupied by the Tomaras, Mughals, Marathas, Lakshmi Bai of Jhansi, Tatiya Tope and the British. Other tourist attractions of the city include Man Mandir Palace, Gujari Mahal and Archaeological Museum, Sas-Bahu Temples, Memorial of Tansen, Suraj Kund, etc. Pages on Gwalior tourism on web will familiarize you more about the city.

Friday 15 June 2012

Two Top Places to Visit in Rajasthan


Two of the top places to visit in Rajasthan are undoubtedly Jodhpur and Ranthambore. If you collect information about Jodhpur tourism, you may come across this city being deemed as ‘sun city’ and ‘blue city’. An oasis amid a vast desert – this is the feel that you will experience once you land in the city of Jodhpur. The glory of the bygone era is well exhibited in the forts, palaces and other standing monuments here. What is the key attraction associated about Jodhpur Tourism? It is the Mehrangarh Fort. This fortification, located on a 150m high hill, was built in the year 1459 by the then chief of Rathore clan Rao Jodha. Within the premises of the fort you will come across numerous palaces, temples, not to mention museum and galleries. Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jaswant Thada, and Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower) are other attractions of Jodhpur tourism. There is no dearth of hotels in Jodhpur; so is the abundance of Ranthambore hotels.

At 700 feet above the surrounding plain, the Ranthambore fort, founded in 944 by the Nagil Jats, is located within the Ranthambore National Park. For wildlife and photography enthusiasts, the Park is a paradise. You will come across numerous Ranthambore hotels in the park premises. Hotel Vinayak is one of the most preferred Ranthambore Hotels, located in the wildlife area; it is run by RTDC, a Rajasthan govt. venture. Ranthambore Forest Resort, Ranthambore Paradise, The Tiger Villa, Abrar Palace Wildlife Resort, Tiger Den Resort are few other Ranthambore hotels worth mentioning.

Thursday 7 June 2012

Trip to Lonavala and Coonoor



If you are on a trip to Mumbai or Pune, do not miss visiting Lonavala and Khandala, the twin hill stations. Besides enjoying the scenic beauty, you can explore nearby areas such as Karla and Bhaja Caves, refreshing waterfalls, caves and fort and Lohgad, Korigad fort, and more. Book your stay in one of the top Lonavala hotels in advance.

If luxury is what you want in everything – facilities, services, amenities, Aamby Valley City, Fariyas Resort, or The Lagoona Resort are the Lonavala Hotels that will well serve your accommodation purpose. If you have a lower budget, you may opt staying in any of Girivihar Dining & Holiday Club, Aristro, Dreamland, Kohinoor Exotica, Lions Den, Mount View, Shiv Shanti Resort, Star Regency, and Surya Resort. These are budget Lonavala hotels.

Here is another popular hill resort in the Nilgiri Hills. The pleasant cool weather here provides a soothing relief from the scorching summer heat. Yes, it is Coonoor. The serene valleys, leisure hills, green tea gardens, mesmerizing landscape – Coonoor is a feast for the eyes. Book your accommodation in one of the best Coonoor hotels and enjoy a pleasant stay here.

Coonoor hotels are in abundance. You will only be spoilt for choices. Few of the Coonoor Hotels worth mentioning are Ekanth Mahindra Homestays, The Blossoms Garden, Riga Residency, Velan Ritz, Bison Country, Taj Garden Retreat, The Tryst, Misty Height, Great Grand Fathers Homes Stay, The Nest, Adderley, Blue Hills, Wallwood Garden Resort, Hotel Bamboo Banks, Hotel Evans Holiday, and The Gateway.