Located to the northern part of Madhya Pradesh, Gwalior’s tradition as a royal capital continued until the formation of present day India. From the Tomaras in the 8th century, it passed to the Mughals, then the Marathas under the Scindias (1754) having their dynastic seat here. Gwalior owes its name to Gwalipa a sage of former times. In 8 A.D, a chieftain […]
Jaisalmer “the land of the golden fort” lies in the heart of the Thar Desert. The name Jaisalmer evokes utter magic and vibrancy of the desert. It’s straight out of an Arabian Nights fable. Bhati Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal, after whom the city finds its name, founded Jaisalmer in 1156 AD. During his rule this […]
Barmer is a centre of folk architecture and handicrafts. Located at a distance of 153 km from Jaisalmer, Barmer was previously known as Mallinath. The name of Barmer became famous after 18th century with the frequent use by the British. The place is famous for the wood carving, carpet making, embroidery and block printing. Barmer is […]
Lying on the heart of Thar Desert, the town of Bikaner was constructed in the year 1486 by Marwar king Raja Rao Bikhaji. The city is dotted with scores of sand dunes. Bikaner retains the medieval grandeur that is reflected in the city’s lifestyle. Bikaner was the most important commercial city among the west and central […]
If you wish to turn back the pages of history and experience the charm of the royal era, then don’t delay to plan your trip to Jodhpur. The site is the gateway to the desert of Rajasthan. This bustling desert city is the second largest in Rajasthan after Jaipur. The city was founded by Rao Jodha, the […]
Resting on the bosom of the desert the little village of Khuri is located at a distance of 40 km from Jaisalmer. Khuri Village of Rajasthan came into picture about 5 years ago. It is surrounded by Desert Hills. It is becoming a popular destination to those who are in search of traditional village life and […]
Fortified by the Aravalli hills from all sides Bundi is a magnificent historical city of Rajasthan. It is just 36 km from Kota. Isolated and independent, this picturesque location has much to offer. The paintings of Bundi School are famous for their festivals, animals and bird scenes portrayed beautifully.Termed as ‘Queen of Hadoti’, the city gets […]
Located in the southwest of of Jaipur, Ajmer is a haven wrapped in the green hills. In the 7th century Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan founded the city of Ajmer. Till 1193 A.D the Chauhans dominated the region. Then Prithviraj Chauhan lost it to Mohammed Ghori, after which Ajmer became home to many dynasties. Today, Ajmer is […]
Chittorgarh is the witness to the glorious history of Rajasthan. The city derives its name from this famous fortress of Chittorgarh. The city of Chittaurgarh is located on the banks of river Gambhiri and Berach. Chittorgarh bears the true characteristics of Chattari Rajput (a Hindu Kshatriya (Warrior) caste) in pride, romance and spirit, for people of Chittor always chose death […]
Located at an altitude of 1,219 metres, Mount Abu is the only hill station in Rajasthan. During the period of the Maharaja’s, it was used as a place of leisure by the royalties and semi-royalties. The place presents an interesting contrast of British style bungalows and holiday lodges of the royals (Thikhana) with various tribal communities residing amidst the […]
Often called the ‘Venice of the East’ Udaipur is the city of lakes and palaces. The city is covered by Aravalli Parvat from all sides. Named after its founder Maharaja Udai Singh, it came into existence in the mid of the 16th century. The Lake Palace (Jag Niwas) located in the middle of Pichola Lake is the […]
Chitrakoot, ‘the hill of many wonders’, rests peacefully in the northern fringes of the Vindhyas. The tranquillity of the forest glades, quiet rivers, streams, the over all calm and repose atmosphere really makes the place ideal for holiday trip. Chitrakoot is one of the loveliest lands of nature. It is a sacred place and a popular […]
One of the distinguished national park in India, Bandhavgarh is located in the in the Vindhya Hills of the Umaria district in Madhya Pradesh. It is declared as the national park in 1968. Bandhavgarh spans over an area of 105 sq. km. The name Bandhavgarh has been derived from the most prominent hillock of the […]
Perching upon the Vidhya Range at a height of 2000 feet Mandu is a historical destination. The fragrance of the eternal love story of Rani Roopmati and Baz Bahadur still fills up the entire environment. Mandu was previously known as the Shadiabad meaning city of joy. The natural beauty of the place is spectacular. The […]
Lying by the side of River Narmada Bhedaghat is situated at the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh. The Marble Rocks at Bhedaghat are a dazzling magnificence. It rises to a height of hundred feet on either side of the Narmada. The placidity and the loveliness of the site will steal your heart. The sunlight sparkling […]
Situated around 28 km from the capital city of Bhopal, this is one of the few less known enchantments of Madhya Pradesh. Bhojpur was founded by Raja Bhoj of Dhar in 11th century. It was after him, the city was named Bhojpur. The town is famous for the Lord Shiva Temple named Bhojeshwar Temple. In […]
Situated in the north of Chapara and Ballia and south of Rohtash District of U.P the present Bhojpur came into existence in 1992. Earlier this district was part of old Sahabad district. Bhojpur is historically quite rich. Even in the pre-historic days also there is evidence of the area being inhabited. One of the subdivisions […]
Today a small village surrounded by banana and mango groves and with extensive rice fields, Vaishali was once a famous historical place. The excavations made in the area have brought forth an impressive historical past. The epic Ramayana tells the story of the heroic King Vishal who ruled here. It is believed by the historians […]
Darbhanga is among the oldest cities of Bihar. Being a municipal corporation and the Town of old Darbhanga Raj and present headquarters of Darbhanga district and Darbhanga Division in the state of Bihar, India, Darbhanga is experiencing rapid development. The name of Darbhanga can be traced during the Ramayana and Mahabharata periods. Darbhanga was an ancient city of Mithila, which is an ancient cultural region of North […]
The Chungbung village located in West Sikkim is a tourist attraction from where the majestic views of Mt.Kanchenjungha really will create an enchanting effect on you. It also facilitates paragliding. Enjoy the essence of a simple village life in its fullest. On its eastern side the Chungbung village is guarded by Zoom, whereas the western […]
