Here are few of the interesting places to see in Sunderbans..
Project Tiger : The Tiger Reserve covers an area of about 2585 sq. kms.It has one of the largest tiger population compare to any other Indian parks.The place harbours 269 Royal Bengal Tigers which serves a great attraction to the tourist worldwide.
Ganga Sagar (Kapil Muni Ashram) : This place serves as an important destination culturally and spiritually.The place also has a beach which adds to the beauty of the placet.It is located on an island in the Sunderbans. The tourist can reach the place directly from Kolkata by taking road journey and then by vessel, or by chartered luxury vessels taken from Kolkata itself.The place is a lovely destination which combines pilgrimage and fun altogether.
Canning : Canning serves as one of the entry points to Sunderbans.It is located at 54 kms southeast of Kolkata. ‘Canning’ was built in 1858 as an alternate port.The place encompasses a small fishing fleet.The private boats are available on hire.Tourist can enjoy boating and fishing in the place.
Frazerganj : Frazerganj includes white sand beach which is entirely different from the other beaches.The importance of the beach lies in its pristine purity and charm.Tourist can reach the place from Kolkata by three hours road journey. The place is also renowed for displaying the migratory birds and pisciculture.
Close encounter with the Wild : The tourist can enjoy while cruising through the brackish kharris flanked by dense mangrove forests all around.The luxury launch M.V. Chitrarekha and M.V. Madhukar is available for the purpose.Tourist can enjoy the two-day river cruise with one night on board with your family and friends. The tourist can view the forest vibrant from the wide open upper deck.Tourist can enjoy sumptuous Bengali lunch consisting of delicacies like fish & prawns.The place also organise foot-tapping dance session in evening party and retire. A general river cruise requires no approval. But to visit places outside the core area permission should be taken from the authorities.
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Sunderbans is located at the lower end of the Gangetic West Bengal.It is world’s largest delta covered by mangrove forest and vast saline mud flats. The land consists of 54 tiny islands crisscrossed by innumerable tributaries of Ganga.Sunderbans, the place that got its name from
Sundari trees, consist of a large flora population like Genwa, Dhundal, Passur, Garjan and Kankra.The place is inhabited by Royal Bengal Tigers. It also harbours jungle cats, fishing cats, Axis deer, wild boar, Rhesus monkeys, mongooses and the largest estuarine crocodiles in the world.
Best Time To Visit
The best time to visit the place is from September to March.The luxury tours to the place are carried on all over the year but the monsoon season holds its own importance over tourists .From September to March the chances of tiger-sighting is more than any other time.
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Introduction
Auli is located at 12 kms away from Joshimath.This spot was discovered by the
Indian Army posted on the Tibetan border. It is the third most famous skiing
spot in the country.The place offers wide number of trekking routes to the
adventurist tourist.The laidback can enjoy the scenery which is
extraordinary.The hot water springs are remarkable.The skiing centre in Auli was
set up in 1984 and serves as a major attarction for the tourist.The Uttar
Pradesh Government’s Garhwal Mandal Corporation runs this centre.At an altitude
of 2,500 to 3,050 m above sea level, Auli’s well-dressed slopes are flanked by
coniferous and oak forests, which offer a panoramic view of mountains.
Best Time To Visit
The best time to visit Auli is during the winter season. The period from late
November to late March is generally considered ideal for skiers. As the winters
set in, the mountains seem to extend to the firmament with arms of snow.
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Tourist Attraction
The Place offers clean stretches of 10-20 km of snow-covered mountain slopes to
the skiers. Besides, there is a descent of 500 m from the ridge over a stretch
of 3 km. The forests on the slopes are also advantageous to the skiers as they
reduce the wind velocity. In the months of February and March, Auli often hosts
the National Winter Games. In a planned move, the Government and local
authorities have involved the local Garhwali people to explore the slopes that
rightfully belong to them.
By eight in the morning, one can see the first of the skiers and other adventure
seekers. Until about four o’clock in the evening, when it gets chilly, cold and
dark, the skiers make most of the slopes. For the best part of the winter
season, Auli is blessed by an unusually large number of sunny days, but there
are times when it snows heavily. In the evenings, the activity shifts from the
slopes to the bukhari-warmed huts and resorts (bukhari: a quaint, wooden stove).
People then generally pass their time listening to folklore and reveling in the
local music of Garhwal in the lamp-lit rooms or besides the bonfires.
Places Of Interest
Joshimath
Joshimath is the nearest town and has historic significance.The foundation of
this place was laid down by Guru Adi Shankaracharya. Joshimath is connected by a
long ropeway with Auli.The ropeway(4.15km) is one of the longest ropeways in
India. Badrinath and Hemkunda Sahib are the other two famous pilgrimage centers
located near Auli. Pithoragarh is an important tourist destination as it is
known as the gateway to the Himalayas. The pilgrims to the famous Kailasa Manas
Sarovar Lake have to pass through Pithoragarh. Baijnath temple in Bageswar is
believed to have been built by the Pandavas.
Almora
Almora is renowed for its historical significance as it encompases many quaint
temples.Major tourist attraction in Almora is the Rudreshwar Mahadev temple
dedicated to Lord Shivga. The town is also known as the cultural center of the
Kumaon region in Uttarakhand. The valley of flowers is a world famous nature
retreat known for the colorful flowers that blossom there during spring. Many
Fairs and festivals are also included among the tourist attractions in Auli. The
winter games are held here during February and March and are becoming
increasingly popular among tourists.
Gusro Bugyal
The Gurso Bugyal is a vast meadow spread among forests of Oak and other trees.
The Chattrakund, is located just a kilometer away from here. It is the location
of a small sweet water lake by the same name. Saildhar Tapovan is the location
of many hot water springs. The place is situated on the Joshimath road, about 15
kilometers from Auli. Chenab Lake , Vanshinarayan Kalpeshwar, and Bhavishya
Badri, are some of the nearby places of interest.
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Pondicherry is richly cosmopolitan. A staggering number of 55 languages are spoken here. By an easy, relaxed set of people. Pondicherry town is a surprise in India. With grand boulevards and quiet promenades. You’ll be greeted with large bouquets of bougainvillea hanging over the ivory-coloured walls of colonial mansions.
Pondicherry with its ashram charm, is sought out by the peace-seeker. And with its safe and secluded beaches, by the tan-seeker.Pondicherry has a rich French cultural heritage, having been the capital of the French colonies in India since the 17th century. Pondicherry, Karaikal, Yanam and mahe were transferred to the Indian union in 1954. It has been seat of learning and Vedic culture since ancient times and was also the home of the great Hindu sage Agastya.
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Places Of Interest
Auroville
It is located at the distance of 10 kms north of Pondicherry. Auroville is envisioned as a universal town as it encompasses people from different nationalities, faiths and beliefs, can live in peace and harmony.The temple was constructed by one of sri Aurobindo’s disciple in the year 1968.The development of this Utopia is still in progress. Several countries have offered to set up permanent pavilions, reflecting the culture and ethos of their countries.
The French Heritage
The place has been dedicated to Shri Aurobindo who was the great seer, poet and prophet of the twentieth century.The place encompasses Shri Aurobindo Ashram.Pondicherry was the dwelling of Aurobindo Ghosh from 1910 till his death in 1950. His vision and ideals continue to draw People from all over the world.
Villaiayanur
The place is located at 9.5 kms away.The foundation has been laid down by Sri Gokilambal Thirukameswarar tamale. During may- June, the temple organises a ten - day annual festival (Brahmothsavam) which attracts hundreds of devotees. The temple car rising to a height of 15.25 meters is profusely decorated, pulled out from its usual position and taken on a procession around the town. It is an awe - inspiring sight.
Mansion of Ananda
The Mansion of Anand was built in 1773. This mansion is a fine specimen of indo - French architecture. Ananda Rangapillai was the courtier of Joseph francois dupleix , the governor. The dairy which Rangapillai maintained between 1736 - 60 is a book of great value as a source of information on the history of Pondicherry and the French in India.
Botanical Garden
The garden was established by C.S perrotet in 1826.It displays a large Varity of exotic species of plants from all over India and abroad.
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Introduction
Champawat is renowed for its natural beauty and well-known temples of high artistic value.It is located at 76 kms from pithoragarh. It was in Champawat that Lord Vishnu is said to have appeared as ‘Kurma avatar’(incarnation as tortoise). The story of Golla Devta is also associated with Gorilla Chaur of Champawat. The Baleshwar temple is the noted attraction of Champawat. The Nagnath temple at Champawat is also an excellent example of ancient architecture of Kumaon.
Best Time To Visit
The place can be visited any time during the year.The tourist may carry cotton clothes for summers and Heavy woollens are most suitable during winters
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Places Of Interest
Baleshwar Temple
Baleshwar temple is located in Champawat district.It is renowed for its artistic features. The foundation of this temple was laid down by the early kings of the Chand dynasty. The temple once had intricate structural features and a sanctuary with a ‘mandap’. The signs intricate carving can be seen on the ceilings of these temples is an evidence of their ancient glory and artistic excellence.
Purnagiri
The hill is located at 92 kms from Champawat. The hill encompasses a temple which is visited by the devotees during Chaitra Navratri.The river Kali also known as Sharda decends from Purnagiri to its plains. From the highest point (the temple) of Purnagiri hill the pilgrim can see the expanse of Kali, its islands, the township of Tanakpur and a few Nepali villages. The old Buram Deo Mandi is located nearby.
Reetha Meetha Saheb
The construction of this Gurudwara can be dated back to 1960. The place is located at a distance of 72 kms from Champawat. It can be visited from Dhunaghat (on the Lohaghat -Devidhura road).According to legends, Guru Nanak visited this place and had spiritual discussions with Gorakhpanthi Jogis. There are trees of sweet Reetha (Sapindus emarginatus) in the Gurudwara premises, adjoining it is the temple of Dhernath.Gurudwara organises fair on Baisakhi Poornima.
Abbot Mount
The place derives its name from a fact that Mr. Abbot built a bungalow in this place in 1914.One can drive or walk up to the mount, which is 3 Km from Marorakhan and 7km from Lohaghat. It is located amidst a thick forest of oak and deodar.The tourist can enjoy the beatific view of the Himalayan peaks. Various activities and games are held in this place in order to encourage tourism.
Mayawati Ashram
The ashram is located at 22 kms away from Champawat at an altitude of 1940 meters.Advait Ashram of Mayawati. is located at the tea estate. Swami Vivekanand shifted the publication office of ‘Prabuddh Bharat’ from Madras to Mayawati in 1898. The place also encompasses a library and a small museum. It also provide accomodation on permission.
Pancheswar
It is located at 40 kms from Lohaghat at the confluence of river Kali and Saryu. Pancheshwar share the border with Nepal.It is renowed for the temple of Chaumu, its fair and a dip at the confluence is considered to be very sacred. Chaumu is worshiped as a protector of animals. Bells and milk are offered in the temple of Pancheshwar. The temple at Pancheshwar is devoted to Lord Shiva.
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Introduction
Tirupati is located amidst the lush green Eastern Ghats in Chittoor district in the southeastern part of Andhra Pradesh . It is at a distance of 700 kms from Hyderabad. One of the most important pilgrimage centers in India. The place is renowed for the Venkateswara temple which is abode of Lord Balaji. Tirupati encompasses several temples and is famous for its red wooden toys, copper and brass idols.
Best Time To Visit
The place can be visited at any time of the year. It experiences moderate climate. In summers the maximum temperature is 22.30 C and in winter the temperature falls to 13 C.
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Here are few interesting places in Tirupati which is must see for all.
Lord Venkateswara Temple
The deity Lord Venkateswara is sometimes referred to as Lord of the Seven Hills.The temple is located on Tirumala Hills in the Eastern Ghats. The temple finds a mention in Shastras and Puranas as it was patronized by kings of Southern India. The main temple has been carved out of fine indian architecture.The Vimana and the Dhwajasthambam are made out of gold.
Sila Thoranam
Sila Thoranam is a rare geographical arch and the only one of its kind in the whole of Asia. The length of this arch is 25 feet and the height 10 feet.The arch is located on Tirumala Hills. The arch can be dated back to1500 million years. This is also a rare geological feature called ‘eparchean unconformity’. This natural arch is believed to have formed due to intensified weathering and erosion of stream action and has withstood the torque of nature.
Lepakshi
Lepakshi is located 16 Kms away from the Hindupur railway station at Anantapur district. The village exhibits wide number o magnificient temples. The monolithic bull mount of Shiva (Nandhi) is the largest sculpture of its kind. The Vijayanagar styled temples have number of paintings on its wall and ceiling. The main attraction of the village is the hanging tower supported from top.
Akasa Ganga
The river is located 3 kms north of the main temple.It is a perennial stream.According to legend.the river is said to flow from the feet of the Lord Vishnu. The Akasa Ganga as the name implies is the sacred river and many tourist take the sactred bath in this river to wash away their sins. The water from here is used for the daily rituals in the temple.
Govindaraja Swami Temple
The temple is located in the heart of Tirupati is Sri Govindaraja Swami Temple.The foundation of this temple was laid down by the Nayakas, the successors to the Vijayanagar empire. The temple has an impressive outer gopuram. The inner most gopuram is the earliest dating from the 14th-15th centuries. The main shrines are dedicated to Vishnu and Krishna.
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Here are few of the interesting places to see in Kurnool.
Mantralayam 
The temple is located on the banks of the river Tungabhadra.Its foundation was laid 300 years ago.Mantralayam displays ‘Samadhi’ of the well-known saint, Sri Raghavendra Teertha. Raghavendra Swamy Brindavan is located nearby.It is the tomb in which he entered alive. Other temples include Anjaneya Swamy Temple; Panchamukhi Anjaneya Swamy and Venkateswara Swamy Temple.
Srisailam
Srisailam is located in the northeastern portion of the Nandikotkur Taluk of Kurnool District amidst the thick and inaccessible forests of the Nallamalai hills.The tourist can proceed to Atmakur from Nandyal.The Brahmarambha Mallikarjuna Swamy temple at Srisailam encompasses India’s twelve Jyotirlingas.The foundation of the temple was laid in 14th century.The walls are ornamented with depictions of elephants and displays hunting scenes and Lord Shiva in different manifestations.According to myth, Pandava Pratistitha Lingas is the place where Pandavas worshipped Lord Mallikarjuna.The place is believed to exhibit Thriphaleswara Tree which is believed to bless childless couples . Arana Veereswara Temple. Bayalu Veerabhadra Swamy Temple .Nava Brahmalayams which depict various manifestations of Lord Shiva. Mallika Gundam, a well that devotees believe has medicinal properties. Sita Pratistitha Linga, an attractive linga which is said to have been founded by Goddess Sita . Sri Ankalamma Temple.Sikhareswaram, site of the Sikhareswara Swamy temple on the highest peak in the Nallamalai Hills.
Yaganti
The place encompasses the temple of Uma Maheshwar.The foundation of the temple was laid in the 15th century. It has a magnificent Gopura at the entrance and a pond .The wall of the temple displays mythological scenes. Other places of interest include a huge Nandiswara; Agasthya Pushkarini; and scenic natural caves.It is located 90 Kms from Kurnool.
Belum Caves
Belum caves are located at 125 kms from Kurnool.The cave was discovered by a team of European speleologists led by Mr Gebaner in 1982. It is the second largest natural caves in India after Meghalaya Caves.There are three well like cavities among which the middle one forms the main entrance.The cave is horizontal & has a length of 3229 meters.The Belum Caves have long passages, fresh water galleries and siphons.
Mahanandi
Mahanandi is located 80 kms away from Kurnool.It encompasses Mahanandishwara temple that dates back to the 7 th century AD.The place is a noted pilgrimage center and is surrounded by dense forest. The remarkable feature here is the crystal clear water which flows throughout the year from perennial springs. Other places of interest are Pushkarini, a pond with water so clear and pure that even a pin at the bottom can be seen, Kodanda Ramalayam, and the Kameswari Devi Temple.
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Kurnool was earlier known as Kandenavolu which stands for Town of grease as it supplied oil for greasing carts.It is located on the Deccan Plateau near River Tungabhadra. The temple of Ahobilam, the Jyotirlinga at Srisailam, the large caves of Belum, all stand testimony to the rich heritage of this district.Kurnool was the capital of Andhra Pradesh from 1953 until 1956 when Hyderabad became the capital.Vijayanagar kingdom built a fort on the site, which was taken over by Muslims. Although the fort was later destroyed, the ruins of a palace, an ancient wall, and bastions still stand on the bluff. Household industry, especially artistic handicrafts, is important to Kurnool’s economy.The nearest airport is in Hyderabad.
Best Time To visit
Kurnool experiences moderate climate.the place can be visited any time during the year.The winters last for three months from November to February.A woolen pullover is suggested for winters and cottons are most preferable during other months of year.
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The Central district of West-Bengal is situated on south of Ganga River. Murshidabad got its name from Nawab Murshid Quli Khan, the Dewan of Bengal, Bihar and Orissa under Emperor Aurangzeb. The Nawab shifted the capital of Bengal to Murshidabad in 1705. The place has historical significance.Near Murshidabad, at Palsy the historic battle between Nawab Siraj-ud-Daula and Lord Clive was fought.
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Shantiniketan stand as a place of cultural pride of Bengal.The foundation of this place has been laid in the memory of Rabindranath Tagore,It is a land of art & literature. This place forms a part of Birbhum District of West Bengal .Shantiniketan displays the work of famous poet Rabindranath Tagore.One will be enthralled to see the various collections of Rabindranath’s used items in the Museum.Shantiniketan was earlier called Bhubandanga (named after Bhuban Dakat, a local dacoit), and was owned by the Tagore family.
Best Time To visit
Weather in Santiniketan is usually a pleasant one. Spring season has its own charm in Santiniketan not only because of its natural beauty blooming to its fullest amidst the lush greenery but also due to the famous Vasanta Utsav held to mark the festival of Holi with the onset of Spring.
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