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Introduction

A small but beautiful hill station, Khandala is one of the major hill
stations in India in the state of Maharashtra.It is located amidst the hills and
valleys of the Sahyadri mountain range. It is situated 101 km southeast of
Mumbai and 69 km from Pune and is set at an altitude of 625 meters. Khandala
offers beautiful green environs and draws the interest of travelers from far and
wide.Earlier, Khandala was a part of the terrain of Chhatrapati Shivaji. Later
it eventually went to the power of the British. Khandala is positioned at the
top end of the Bhor Ghat on the roadway between the Deccan Plateau and the
Konkan plain.
It has several trekking trails around it which is a delight for the adventure
lovers. it nestles on the western slopes of the Sahyadri mountain range.

Best Time To Visit

Weather in Khandala is pleasant. Summers (April-June) are mild, while winters
are cool (November-February). It experiences heavy southwestern monsoon rains
between June and September. The best time to visit Khandala is between the
months of October and May.
 

Kalimpong is a hill station located at the junction of Siliguri and Gangtok.The place is covered with dense forests consisting of golden oak along with rich undergrowth of moss and lichen which serves as cushions of russet-brown leaves.The name, Kalimpong, has been derived from three different origins.Firstly ,it stands for the place where tribals gathered to organize field sports, secondly, it got its name from the Bhutanese king’s minister’s stronghold and thirdly, it is named after Kaulim which is a fibrous plant found in abundance in this region.

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.

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.
 

There is a wide variety of hotel accommodation available at Gangtok, ranging from luxury and deluxe to standard and economy, depending on your budget. Prices are in the vicinity of Rs 2500 for luxury, Rs 1300 for mid-rung and Rs 500 for basic accommodation.

Nor-Khill Hotel

Hotel Nor-Khill known for its traditions, unchanged characteristics and ethnic Sikkimese ambiance. You are welcome as royal guests at Nor-Khill or in Sikkimese, the abode of jewels. What is now the Kanchan Garden used to be a favourite vantage point of the Chogyal of Sikkim. The panoramic view of the lush green hills dotted by picturesque settlements, with the Kanchenjunga reaching for the skies in the background, inspired him to sit up with a canvas set up on an easel and paint for hours.

Services

Once it was the royal guest house of the Chogyal dynasty. Traditional decor, excellent cuisine and unique ambiance and with all the comforts of modern day living. Hospitality is the Nor-Khill’s heritage.
It comprises of “The Dragon Bar” which is a cozy little room in one corner with just the right atmosphere for settling down with your favourite drink.

Whether it is a hearty meal at midday with sunlight streaming in through the glass windows or the finest traditional cuisine for dinner with the barely discernible aroma of exotic spices in the air, the Shangri La restaurant is the place for eating out in style at Gangtok.

Amenities

Attached private bath with showers.
Running hot and cold water – 24 hrs.
Telephone with International dialing and Net-connectivity.
Colour television with satellite channels.
Multi-channel music in public areas.
Round the clock room service.
Laundry and dry cleaning service.
Currency exchange.
Safe deposit lockers.
Baby sitting arrangements.
Travel desk.
Doctor on call.
Car parking area.
Banquet and conference facilities.
Communication : fax and e-mail.

For more Details go to site

http://www.travelmasti.com/nor_khill.htm

Hotel Tashi Delek ( 4 Star Hotel )

Address: Mahatma Gandhi Marg, , Gangtok

Location: City Center

Property Type: Business And Leisure Hotel

Centrally located in the heart of Gangtok, Hotel Tashi Delek provide guests with a complete experience of luxury. Unique in its historical and cultural background, everything is designed so as to reflect the co-existence of culture, age-old traditions and urbanization of Gangtok.

Accessibility: Airport: 124KM., Railway Station: 114KM.

For more Details And Booking Visit The Following Site

http://www.travel-himalayas.com/hotels-himalayas/hotels-in-gangtok.html

Spending time in Gangtok is no problem. One can easily spend 3 days in Gangtok.

Gangtok is a beautiful place whcih attracts lots of tourism to visit.

For Honeymoon couple its a fabulous place. Its nature attracts them to stay over there for couple of days.

Mesmerising, picturesque, colourful – Gangtok is the exuberant capital of Sikkim that lures you for an unforgettable honeymoon. Cool breezes blow over the lush mountainside and the air is fragrant with the profusion of wild orchids and rhododendrons. The bazaars bustle with the animation of trendy youngsters, elderly matrons in their traditional bakus and lamas in colourful maroon and mustard robes. Prayer flags flutter in front of pretty Buddhist shrines and pagoda-style houses that cling to the hillside.

SHOPPING

Hand-woven woolen carpets, blankets and shawls, Lepcha woven bags, choksies (tables) exquisitely carved and painted, hand-made dolls, painted masks, bamboo artifacts and hand-made paper. Sikkim also makes its local liqueur out of paan (betel leaf).

Chorten, a stupa built in 1945, is a great religious centre with valuable relics and two huge statues of Guru Rimpoche (Padmasambhava).

» Deer Park with an image of the preaching Buddha.

» Orchid Sanctuary with over 200 species of orchids.

» Tsukla-Khang, the royal monastery of the former Chogyals or rulers of Sikkim. Has priceless Buddhist treasures.

» Enchey Monastery with its exhibits of images and religious objects.

» Research Institute of Tibetology which has a large collection of icons, tankhas (tapestries) and rare books.

Gangtok, the “Lofty Hill” or the “Hill made flat to build the Gangtok monastery in 1716″. Gangtok is a city, which, till one sees it, one would believe exists only in picture-story books. In the mystery-laden mists prayer flags whip in the breeze; wheels spin in the hands of Lamas mumbling invocations to God, in the distance are the snows, on the streets amidst brightly painted pagoda roofed houses, lined with friendly smiling people are silver, silk and spice and jewellery to gladden an maiden’s heart, from across the seven seas are gadget and goods to delight the collector of “imported goods’, while directly overlooking the city is the hill Lukshyma, the ‘Mother of Pearl’ citadel of the magic mountain, Khang-Chen-Dzod-Nga.

Kurseong is located at an altitude of 2458 Mts.(4864 ft), 51 kms away from Siliguri and 30 kms away from Darjeeling.The peace, serenity and the healthy climate of Kurseong attracts the tourist to this place.Guru Rabindra Nath Tagore and the great composer Atul Prasad Sen has been inspired by the beauty of the place. Sister Nivedita, the great disciple of Swami Vivekananda also resided here.

Best Time To Visit

The best time to visit the place in during summers commence from mid April to June.As the maximum temperature etends to 29 degree celsius.In winter it last from mid September to December.