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The Mud fort, Kuchesar Distt.Bulandshahar is just 85 kms New Delhi Mud Fort is Ideal weekend getaway for Delhites and transit point for Kumaon Region and Western Uttar Pradesh.

The Mud Fort of Kuchesar tells of the history of the Jats who vied with the Sikhs, Marathas, Rohillas & Rajputs as well as French adventurers and the East India Company, to fill the vacuum of the declining Mughal power.
The Mud Fort Kuchesar of the Jats was built in the mid-18th century with 7 turrets as a defence against British Raj cannon attack, and a wide moat was dug to create the ramparts. Mud Fort’s main palace sits atop a large bastion overlooking gardens on three sides and the ruins of a replica of Robert Clive’s Calcutta house to its west.

The banks of Brijghat at Garh Mukteshwar is 24 kms away on the holy Ganges, make an interesting picnic outing among fields of sugarcane and mango orchards. Guest can ride horse and swim at The Mud Fort Kuchesar.

Nestled Between Five Hills Panchgani is an idyllic mountain retreat in the Krishna valley. Tucked away in the Satara district of Maharashtra, Panchgani is a well-known hill station of Maharashtra on the highway to Mahabaleshwar from Pune. It derives its name from the five hills around it.

At an altitude of 1,334m, it is just 38m below Mahabaleshwar. These 38m translate themselves into a breathtaking 18-km approach, offering heart-stopping views of the River Krishna on one side and the coastal plains on the other. It is far from the noise of Pune and the endless hustle-bustle and pollution of Mumbai metropolis. It is the first hill town one reaches from Mahabaleshwar on the Pune road.

The Walkways
Tourists can enjoy a network of nature walks through the woods, thickly canopied by lush trees and vegetation. The river Krishna snakes through tiny hamlets, farms and ravines, hundreds of metres below. Visit Table Land, a flat mountain peak and feast your eyes on the coastal plains, looking like miniature watercolours.

Major Attractions

Dhom Dam

This is a major attraction of Panchgani and offers a great scope of boating to the tourists. Here one can enjoy with Scooter boats and Speed boats. Sporting in Krishna river stream with the beautiful natural surrounding is a wonderful experience in itself.

The Lingmala Falls

The Lingmala Falls in Mahabaleshwar can be reached by road. It lies on the Mahabaleshwar-Poona road. The stream here precipitates over the face of steep cliff, unbroken when the torrent is swollen by rain but ordinarily divided by projecting rocks about one third of the way down into thin silver streaks and sprays often circled by rainbows. The forest bungalow of lingmala is also close by.

How To get There

By Air - Nearest airport is Pune at 160-km from Panchagani.

By Rail - Pune is the most conventent railway station.

By Road - Panchgani is just 18-km from Mahabaleshwar. Panchgani can be easily approached by road from Mumbai and Pune. Luxury bus services of MTDC are a regular feature from Mumbai and Pune.

Ladakh is a land like no other. Bounded by two of the world’s mightiest mountain ranges, the Great Himalayas and the Karakoram, it lies athwart two other, the Ladakh range and the Zanskar range.

In geological terms, this is a young land, formed only a few million years ago by the buckling and folding of the earth’s crust as the Indian sub-continent pushed with irresistible force against the immovable mass of Asia. Its basic contours, uplifted by these unimaginable tectonic movements, have been modified over the millennia by the opposite process of erosion, sculpted into the form one sees today by wind and water.

A Virtually Rainless Area

Today, a high -altitude desert, sheltered from the rain-bearing clouds of the Indian monsoon by the barrier of the Great Himalayas, Ladakh was once covered by an extensive lake system, the vestiges of which still exist on its south -east plateaux of Rupshu and Chushul – in drainage basins with evocative names like Tso-moriri, Tsokar, and grandest of all, Pangong-tso.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

There is little tradition of artistic craftsmanship in Ladakh, most luxury articles in the past having been obtained through imports. The exception is the village of Chilling, about 19-km up the Zanskar River from Nimo. Here, a community of metal workers, said to be the descendants of artisans brought from Nepal in the mid-17th century to build one of the gigantic Buddha – images at Shey, carry on their hereditary vocation. Working in silver, brass and copper, they produce exquisite items for domestic and religious use: Tea and Chang pots, teacup-stands and lids, Hookah-bases, ladles and bowls and cooking pots they need for everyday use.

Places to Visit In Ladakh

Leh – Combination of Simplicity

Leh – the capital of Ladakh is the 2nd largest district in India. Leh lies on the east direction of the Jammu and Kashmir. Leh is the place which is most explored by the tourists and is situated on the Indus river bed. Leh is known for the “Leh Palace” which was the home for royal family and now it has become a ruin. Leh is surrounded by the monasteries, which is approx. 40 kms away from the main town. Leh is famous for the adventure activities like trekking, river rafting etc. Leh is 434 kms away from Srinagar and 474 kms away from Manali. There are only 112 villages in the Leh.

Tso Moriri Lake – Lake Surrounded By Snow Mountains

Tso Moriri Lake, also known as Mountain Lake or Lake Moriri, is the lake on the highest altitude in India. This lake is located in Rupshu Valley, in between the three districts i.e. Ladakh in north, Zanskar in west and Tibet in east. The lake water source is none other than the snow peaks in Changthang plateau. Lake is fed by two main streams, one from north direction and other from south direction. Lake is 19 kms long and 7 kms wide which has no drainage system. The Lake water is crystal clear deep blue in color but salty in taste. Lake is a good place to relax and visit nearby monasteries or gompas.

Kargil – Zanskar Gateway

Kargil is located at the line of control to Pakistan’s Baltistan in west and Kashmir in south. Kargil is 204 kms away from Srinagar and 234 kms away from Leh and is located at the Suru River. Kargil people follow the Buddhism religion. In the past, Kargil was the center for Pan Asian trade work. Kargil has many mosques with Arabic inscriptions on all. Kargil can also be visited for adventure activities like trekking, camping, river rafting etc. The main attraction in Kargil is Mulbek which has a 9 mtr tall rock carving. Kargil also has many places near river bank or on the hills side to take a good stroll.

Kolkata has diverse cultural and religious history; this is evident from the temples and other monuments that adorn the city and its suburbs. The Jain Temple in Kolkata is known as the Pareshnath Jain Temple, and is located in the northeast side of the city, at the bustling Badridas Temple Street. This temple is a very renowned and was built by an art enthusiast named Ray Badridas Bahadur in 1867. The temple serves as an important worshipping place for the Jain community in Kolkata and also for others.

The temple is dedicated to Pareshnath, who was the 23rd Jain Tirthankar, and he is worshipped by the Jains, and this is one of the most important Jain temples in Kolkata. The place is famous all over that is why devout Jains from distant parts of India flock to the Temple precincts al round the year. The temple consists of four temples inside of it. The deity of Lord Shitalnathji is seated in the sanctum sanctorum, and his diamond-studded forehead is a major attraction for the visitors. There is a lamp, which burns with ghee inside the sanctum sanctorum, which has been continuously burning ever since the initiation of the temple since 1867. The lamp bears silent testimony to the contemporary world since ages and it is wonderful to acknowledge the mysticism associated with.

There are three other shrines dedicated to Chanda Prabhujidev, Dadaji Garu and Kushalji Maharaj. The last temple is dedicated to Lord Mahavira, who was the last Tirthankara of the Jain tradition.

Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkatta The Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kolkata, has displays of exquisite designs and it is an impressive structure consisting of mirror-inlaid pillars and windows that have made of stained glass. The interiors of the temple are splendidly beautiful, along with the outdoors, which are surrounded with many beautifully colored flower gardens and fountains. There is a small stream flowing through it, which also has amazing variety of flowers all around it. The fountains look brilliant when water gushes out of them in perfect harmonization. A well-maintained reservoir, adds up to the surrounding beauty. Colorful fishes swarm the surface of the glistening water at the slightest hint of food grains. The floor of the temple is elaborately paved with marble that gives it a solemn look and also a mark of purity. The temple exhibits extraordinary artistic tendencies that are visible in the whole pattern of the decoration of the interiors and the exteriors. One can also find the paintings of renowned painter Ganesh Muskare, adorning the walls, which enthralls the visitor. Chandeliers or Jhar Battis are another feature that makes the interiors sparkle and lends the extra shimmer to the serenity of the temple.

Best time to visit

Though the weather in Bangalore is quite pleasant throughout the year, the best time to visit Vidhana Soudha is between the months of October and February when the weather is at its best.

Timing to Visit

Although the building of Vidhana Soudha can be accessed from all the four sides, the entry inside the building is restricted and if you want to tour the inside of Vidhana Soudha then you need to seek a prior permission from the administration.

History of The Place

One of the leading centres of attraction in Bangalore – Vidhana Soudha is a perfect example of fusion architecture, which is based on the neo Dravidian style, with hints of Rajasthani, Chola and Kannada architecture. Conceived and constructed under the patronage of Sri K. Hanumanthaiya, the chief minister of the then Mysore, who wanted Vidhana Soudha to represent the legislative sovereignty of the people just like in the House of Commons in London.

Built in 1954, Vidhana Soudha is one of the most impressive buildings, which has been constructed using Bangalore granite that was excavated from the sites around Mallasandra and Hessaraghatta. Architects of the building have used Magadi pink and Turuvekere black to enhance the visual effect and also to break the monotony of Bangalore granite. The whole construction took four years to complete and about 5000 labourers and 1500 chisellers, masons and wood-carvers worked on the project.

The majestic building of Vidhana Soudha with its perfect blending of ancient and modern architectural styles is not only enormous but also outstanding at the same time. The twelve columns with a height of forty feet right in the front of the Assembly Hall makes for a magnificent background for the central dome and other six smaller domes. The central dome, which provides the roof over the State Banquet Hall, is supported by eight pillars that are sixty feet in diameter.

Located At: : Old Delhi, near Read Fort

Visiting Hours: : Daily from dawn to dusk. Closed during prayer times. (Entry closed for women after 6 pm)

Entry Fee: : Entry is free but tourists will have to pay Rs. 100 if they carry a camera along with themselves.

Best time to visit: : Between October and March. However, there is no specified or advised time because it is a religious place and one can visit at any time of the year.

The Jama Masjid, the Friday congregational mosque, in Delhi is the largest and glorious mosque in India. It was the last architectural extravaganza of the Mughal Emperor, Shahjahan built in the year 1656 AD with the help of 5,000 craftsmen. It was made across the road from the Red Fort. The mosque is also known as Masjid-I-Jahanuma, which means ‘mosque commanding view of the world’. The measurement of the mosque is 65 m X 35 m while the courtyard is forms an area of 100 n square. The mosque has the capacity to hold as many as 25,000 devotees. The Lal Qila or the Red Fort stand towards the east of the mosque.

The Jama Masjid was designed as the main mosque of Shahjahan. It stands on one of the two hills, Bho Jhala in the Mughal capital, Shahjahanabad. The mosque has three gateways, four towers and two minarets. It is constructed with alternate use of vertical strips of red sandstone and white marble. The white marble has been used extensively in the three domes and has been inlaid with stripes of black. The structure was situated on a high platform so that its magnificent facade would be visible from all the neighboring areas. The main prayer hall on the west is decorated by a series of high cusped arches, which stand on 260 pillars. These pillars support 15 marble domes at various elevations. The imposing gateways are approached through a broad flight of steps in the north and the south. The hallmarks of this famous mosque are the wide staircases and arched gateways.

The tower is made up of five distinguished storeys, each pronounced by a protruding balcony. Beautiful calligraphy embellishes its adjacent buildings. The first three storeys of the tower are made of red sandstone, the fourth one, while the fifth is again of sandstone.

Location : Near Connaught Place, New Delhi

Timing : Sunday Closed

Attractions : Reasonably Priced Goods

The area underneath Connaught Place in Delhi is home to a unique underground shopping facility. This is known as the Palika Bazaar. It is an area for shopping that features hundreds of different shops in a comfortable underground setting. These shops feature several different items for sale.

The Palika Bazaar is a facility located in Connaught Place under the Inner Circle. This is the main road that goes around the inside part of the centre. The specific part of the Inner Circle that the Palika Bazaar is located in is around the southwestern part of the circle. Radial Road 1 is located to the immediate east of the Palika Bazaar. It is located in between Connaught Circle and Rajiv Chowk.

This area of Delhi was established around thirty years ago. It has become less popular over the years due to the rise of the much larger shopping mall in Delhi. However, it is still notable in that it features hundreds of different stores for people to shop in. In fact, thousands of people tend to get into the area at any given time of day when the Palika Bazaar is open. This is especially the case during the summer when the extreme heat in Delhi causes many people to look for comfortable spots to keep cool in.

Overall, there are more than 280 stores in the official Palika Bazaar directory. These stores come in a variety of forms.

Most of the stores at the Palika Bazaar are fashion stores. These include such places as Anita Fashions, BK Leather Garments, Gemini Shoes, Leela Garments and Shoe Bazaar.

There are also a number of electronics stores at the Palika Bazaar. Some of the more popular electronics stores to visit here include the Audio-Video Centre, Electronic Avenue and Lloyed Electronics.

The products that are sold come from many different local dealers. There are hardly any dealers that come from outside of India here. This means that people can easily get cheaper goods because they are all items that come directly from the country that they are shopping in.

It is easy to enter and exit the Palika Bazaar. This is important because of how popular the place is. There can be at least ten thousand people inside the area in an hour. There are six entrance and exit points around with one of them being located around Central Park in Connaught Place.

The area is also designed to look like a standard above-ground shopping mall. The aisles are wide enough for multiple people to go through and there are a few levels in some areas.

Location : Delhi

Also Known As : Sansad Bhavan

Area : 6 Acres

Houses : Chambers of Rajya Sabha & Lok Sabha And A Library Hall

Parliament House Estate comprises the Parliament House, Reception Office building and Parliament House Annexe, 36 Gurdwara Rakabganj Road, 23 Mahadev Road and the extensive lawns around it where ponds with fountains have been provided. Special floral decoration is done at important points in the building during sessions of Parliament as well as on other important occasions. By the very nature of things, Parliament House Estate as a whole and the Chambers of the two Houses in particular are subject to strict security precaution all round the year.

Parliament House of Delhi, generally known as the Sansad Bhawan is located at the end point of the Sansad Marg in New Delhi. Parliament House of Delhi is a circular construction designed by Herbert Baker and was opened in 1927. The massive structure of the Parliament House in Delhi has 247 pillars with wide corridor. The Parliament House of New Delhi is the governmental Assembly of the country.

General public can enter the Sansad Bhawan or the Parliament House of Delhi and view sessions in the public gallery by getting permits from the reception office of Raisina Road of New Delhi. No buses are permitted to run near the Sansad Marg but if you need to come to this place you can hire a taxi or an auto rickshaw. Entrance in the Parliament House in Delhi strains a letter of introduction which is a form of official permission.

The Parliament House of Delhi of India is a place where the world’s largest democracy functions. Though photography is not forbidden in Parliament House of Delhi India, prior permission is needed. The Parliament House of Delhi India comprises 3 semicircular halls, namely the Chamber of Princes the Council of State Legislative Assembly.

Size of the Building

Parliament House is a massive circular edifice 560 feet (170.69 metres) in diameter. Its circumference is one-third of a mile 536.33 metres and it covers an area of nearly six acres (24281.16 square metres). The open verandah on the first floor is fringed with a colonnade of 144 creamy sandstone columns—each 27 feet (8.23 metres) high. The building has twelve gates among which Gate No. 1 on the Sansad Marg is the main gate.

Architectural Design

Apart from the fact that the building was built with indigenous material and by Indian labour, the architecture of the building bears a close imprint of the Indian tradition. The layout of fountains both inside and outside the building, the use of Indian symbols the “Chhajjas” which shade the walls and windows and the varied forms of “Jali” in marble are reminders of the story of the craftsmanship displayed in ancient monuments and memorials. With the ancient features of Indian art are mingled modern scientific achievements in acoustics, air-conditioning, simultaneous Interpretation and Automatic Voting etc.