We all know that Arabian Sea is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Kerala is a state in southern India which is encompassed by Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. This beautiful state is a narrow strip of coastal territory which slopes down the Western Ghats and reaches the Arabian Sea. Kerala is the one which borders the state of Karnataka to the north and Tamil Nadu to the east
Kerala is known for the waving palms, wide big sandy beaches, mountains, backwaters, coconuts and spices. It is also famous for its arts like Kathakali and Mohini Attam. Kerala is a state for great religiosity as well, where we can find temples for Hindus, Mosques, and Churches etc. The people who are planning for visiting any tourist spots can choose this beautiful location. They have a wide range of options that ranges from attractive high altitude blue mountains to immaculate rain forests, golden sun-sand beaches with good accommodations. The tourist can also feel this place as high relaxation spot as the place has world class ayurvedic spas and treatments and so many sporting options etc
Hence come to Kerala and enjoy a lot here!
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Kerala
Friday, July 30, 2010
Wonders in Venice
The Grand Canal in Venice is also called as Canal Grande. It located in the heart of Venice. It is around 3 km long and has vaporetti, barges, water taxis and gondolas. The canal is bordered with beautiful palazzi. You can enjoy with a gondola ride or with cheap vaporetti. The vaporetti can be available from front of Santa Lucia railway station. Three beautiful canals Scalzi, Rialto and Accademia span the canal.
Basilica di San Marco
Basilica di San Marco is one of the most beautiful and attractive buildings in the universe. It is the famous church in Venice. It was built before several past centuries. You have to pay entrance fees to see treasury, Pala d'Oro, Four ancient bronze horses in Museo della Basilica.
Rialto Bridge
Rialto was the only bridge between the Grand Canal up to 19th century. The bridge that we see in today was built in 16th century. While construction there was a lot of competition in design to replace the old design. Among all the competitors Antonio da Ponte won at last. The bridge is the right place to watch the Grand Canal.
The Doge's Palace
The Doge's Palace was first built in 9th century, rebuilt in 12th century and modified in 14th & 15th centuries. The palace which we seen now was Gothic masterpiece in pink and white marbles. This palace is considered as the Seat of the Government, the Palace of Justice, the Prison and the home of Doge. Doge was the ruler elected for the Republic. The inner walls of the palace representing the paintings of the eternal glory of La Serenissima. These works are done by the Venice's popular artists like Veronese and Tintoretto.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
The Top International Destinations in 2009
| Rank | Country | International tourist arrivals |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 74.2 million |
| 2 | United States | 54.9 million |
| 3 | Spain | 52.2 million |
| 4 | China | 50.9 million |
| 5 | Italy | 43.2 million |
| 6 | United Kingdom | 28.0 million |
| 7 | Turkey | 25.5 million |
| 8 | Germany | 24.2 million |
| 9 | Malaysia | 23.6 million |
| 10 | Mexico | 21.5 million |
Top Ten World's Tourism Earners
| S.No | Country | Earnings in Dollar |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | $110.1 billion |
| 2 | Spain | $61.6 billion |
| 3 | France | $55.6 billion |
| 4 | Italy | $45.7 billion |
| 5 | China | $40.8 billion |
| 6 | Germany | $40.0 billion |
| 7 | United Kingdom | $36.0 billion |
| 8 | Australia | $24.7 billion |
| 9 | Turkey | $22.0 billion |
| 10 | Austria | $21.8 billion |
Friday, July 23, 2010
Top 5 Places to Visit in Dubai
Most significant places to remember are:
1. Burj Al Arab
2. Palm Islands
3. Wild Wadi
4. Ski Dubai
5. Desert Safari
1. Burj Al Arab
This is the famous hotel in Dubai. Burj Al Arab is to Dubai is like the Eiffel Tower is to Paris. You have to pay the entrance fees to get into this hotel. You have to reserve for tea, dinner or breakfast before you go there. The expenses are too high when compared even to five-star hotels.
2. Palm Islands
The artificial islands in Dubai is called the Palm Islands. In Palm Islands major commercial and residential infrastructure have been created. The Dubai government invest huge amount to create this artificial islands. This islands was developed by the famous property developer in United Arab Emirates, the Nakheel properties. The names of the islands were the Palm Jumeriah, the Palm Jebel Ali, the Palm Deira.
These islands having the name as Palm Islands because of the reason that each settlement will be in the shape of the palm tree, topped with a crescent. The Palm Islands are situated 520 kilometers away to the city of Dubai.
3.Wild Wadi
4. Ski Dubai
The coolest entertainment spot in Dubai is Ski Dubai. There you can have snowballs, sledding and many other interesting features. They can offer not only boots, skis and poles but also jackets, pants and socks to cope up the cool weather.
5.Desert Safari
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
About Kerala
Kerala, located on the Southwestern tip of India, enjoys unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in Asia. Fondly referred to as ‘God’s Own Country’, Kerala was selected by the National Geographic Traveler as one of the 50 destinations of a lifetime and one of the thirteen paradises in the world.
An equable climate, serene beaches, tranquil stretches of backwaters, lush hill stations and exotic wildlife are the major attractions of this land. A unique advantage of Kerala is that most of the destinations here are just two to four hour drive from the other.
Classical art forms, colourful festivals, unique cuisine are some of the cultural marvels that await travelers. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine and Panchakarma, the rejuvenation therapy in Ayurveda have also helped Kerala to gain a pan-global reputation as a top of the line destination.
And in Kerala, the season never ends, thanks to the year-long moderate climate and numerous festivals and events.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Bhangarh: The most haunted place in India
Bhangarh is a place in the Rajasthan state of India. It is on the way from Jaipur to Alwar. It is a place where nobody dates to stay after sunset. This city was established by Kin Akbar’s General Raja Man Singh younger brother Madho Singh in 1631.
The local residents of the city said that it is due to the swearword the whole town was emptied overnight. And according to the story of the swearword if the town was ever rediscovered in the future the settlement would not have been found and only temples would show up.
This seems to be true since only temples dot the landscape and even in the mountains only shrines can be seen. It is also said that nobody returned back from there that have stayed after dark.
As per the government rule an office of archaeological survey of India has to be set up there. But even the government authorities have a fear to set up an office there. They have opened an office about 1km away from the ruins of Bhangarh. And they have put a signboard at the city saying that “staying after sunset is strictly prohibited in this area”.
People who have visited this place in the interest of tourism say that there is some strange feeling in the city that creates an atmosphere of anxiety and restlessness.
The story of the city goes like this. In the city there was a beautiful princess named Ratnawati. At the age of 18 she started to get the marriage offers from other states. In the same regions lived a magician named Singhia who used to do black magic. He was in love with princess and he knew that the king will not allow him even to see the princess.
One day the magician saw princess maid in the market buying scented oil for the princess. He thought of a wicked plan and used his black magic and spells something on the oil. So when the touch the oil it would cause hypnotize and she would walk immediately to him and satisfy him in all the respects. But when the princess got the oil she threw it on a stone as she had noticed the magician eying the oil.
As soon the oil touched the stone, the stone went rolling to the magician and crushed him. While dying the magician has cursed the palace that some incident will happen which will kill everybody in the palace and their souls will remain here without rebirth for many centuries. In the following year a battle took place between Bhangarh and Ajabgarh and everyone including the princess died the battle.
It is also said that the prime minister cursed Bhangarh that no one would settle here in the future and anyone who dated to live here will die. The local villagers said that whenever they try to build a house there the roof of the house seems to be collapsed. All the houses at the city are without a roof and even the closet village where people are living still build their house roof with straw and not with bricks.