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Kaziranga National Park- the Pride of Assam

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 Ever wondered how it would be to go on a safari and to make your way to the heart of a dense forest? While doing nothing but spending time amidst nature and exploring the splendor of the woods, suddenly you catch the sight of exotic birds flying across the distant swamp lands, a bunch of eastern swamp deer gracefully clipping the grass off the ground, and a hefty animal slowly moving by the paddy field with its horn pointing straight towards the sky. On one side there is a herd of Asiatic buffaloes with their newly born calves. As your urban mind manages to make peace with all the wild animals roaming freely, out of the blue you are shaken by the loud trumpets of an elephant, not too far from you. And looking around you, you spot a group of people seated in a teak wood chair on the back of a gigantic elephant that is peacefully carrying them for a tour around the forest. The above is not an extract from a fairy tale. Yes, such places do exist, and one of them is the Kazirang...

Witness a slice of heaven in Meghalaya

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Meghalaya is one of the beautiful states of Northeast India. The name Meghalaya literally means ‘the adobe of clouds’ and is often referred to as the Scotland of India. You will find many interesting things from living root bridges to many beautiful caves in this state. Meghalaya as a whole is a combination of everything that a soul seeks for during tranquil holidays. The state has some of the thickest primary and subtropical forests with wide variety of flora and fauna, hence constitutes one of the important ecotourism and wildlife circuits in the country. Tourists come to this wonderland in large numbers in different seasons of the year seeking for adventure opportunities in the form of trekking, rock and mountain climbing, hiking, caving, water sports and more. They also come to Meghalaya for spending peaceful holidays and understanding interesting tribal culture and customs. There are many places to visit in Meghalaya that can blow you away with its beauty. Shillong ...

All that glitters is snow: snowfall in Sikkim

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Sikkim is famous for so many things but most importantly it is famous for its natural beauty. The state has enraptured so many tourists and people from around the world since a long time ago. The sweeping excellence of the white snow covered Himalayas make Sikkim in winter a wonderland. The picturesque postcards of winter, the white snow covered land, the snowfall that we admire; they all come to life in Sikkim. The winter here is very cold and snowfall is common turning the landscapes white with the unspoiled cover of snow. The mountains peaks look wonderful, frozen lakes, acres of forests and a chance to drench in pretty snowflakes descending from heaven are always tempting everyone for a vacation here. Sikkim is one of the coldest places in the country, home to Mountain Khangchendzonga where the temperature falls as low as -32° C leading to the occurrence of snowfall. During winter the average temperature in high altitudes of Sikkim is between -7°C to 5°C. And t he average ...

Tripura Discover page

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The beauty of the erstwhile kingdom of Tripura stems from the splendour of it natural and cultural heritage. It offers a plethora of delightful attractions in its cavalcade of historic places. Blending into the hills and valleys, the villages are a tapestry of rich ethnic traditions.  Getting to Tripura is as easy as visiting any other famous places of attractions in India. You can get there by air, railway or by bus easily and comfortably. Once you reach this beautiful place in the Northeast India, you can get around and explore places by various modes of transportations. However the main mode of transport is auto rickshaws, you can still hire cabs or choose bus to travel. Some of the top activities to do are to visit tourist places in Tripura like Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary that is truly a biodiversity heaven, the Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary Situated about 111 km from Agartala or the Rowa Wildlife Sanctuary also a home to a bewildering variety of plant species. Apart ...

Food in Bhutan: Must-try food dishes in Bhutanese cuisine

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Bhutanese food has been influenced by India, China, and Tibet, but the local food still remains unique.  The most distinctive characteristic of Bhutanese food is its spiciness, with chillies being an essential part of nearly every food item.  You will get a lot of options to choose from the Bhutanese cuisine. Some of the foods you need to definitely try on your next trip to the mountain kingdom are the delicious ema datshi a stew made with chillies and cheese, shamu datshi stew made with cheese and mushrooms, kewa datshi stew of cheese and potatoes,  gondo datshi etc. Bhutanese love their locally produced cheese and many dishes are made by using them. Apart from these popular foods in Bhutan do try the mouth watering gondo datshi also called as butter egg fry. This food in Bhutan is best eaten with Himalayan red rice. Shakam ema datshi is a non-vegetarian version of datshi made with dried beef. If you are a beef lover and always ready for challenges, this food i...

How To Reach Different Cities Of Mizoram

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Mizoram is one of the Seven Sister North-eastern states of India. It is landlocked with Assam, Manipur, and Tripura in India and with the countries of Bangladesh, and Myanmar too. Mizoram’s topography consists of undulating hills, valleys, lakes, and rivers. There are 21 major hill ranges or peaks in Mizoram. This dramatic and captivating landscape along with Mizoram’s pleasant climate has been nicknamed as   Mizorama. The major tribe here are Mizos and the word ‘ram’ means land. So Mizoram literally translates to ‘Land of the Mizos’ Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram is also the largest city in Mizoram and is located in the northern part of Mizoram. It has a lot of tourist attractions and also home to the world’s largest family lives (180 members) in Baktawng Village. Mizoram is connected through its rail head in Bairabi in Kolasib District. However, the track ends at Bairabi and you need to take another transportation to reach your destination. Other railway stations clo...

Tourist Places In Mizoram

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Mizoram is one of the Seven Sisters, a north-eastern state of India. It provides a unique destination for tourists with its dramatic landscapes, enjoyable weather, and interesting cuisine. It shares borders nationally with Assam, Manipur, Tripura, and internationally with Bangladesh, and Myanmar. The best time to visit Mizoram is between November and March. It's capital Aizawl, has its Lengpui Airport and is well connected to all major metros. The closest railway stations are Bairabi, Mualkhang, and Khamrang Railway Station. Indians require an Inner Line Pass is required for entry into Mizoram which is not too complicated to obtain. Here are 5 tourist places to cover on your visit to Mizoram Aizawl - It is the capital of Mizoram and is a beautiful old city situated on steep hills. Some of the attractions here are Solomon’s Temple, the State Museum, Reiek Heritage village, and Durtlang Hills. Bara Bazaar at Bau Tlang is the main shopping center. Also, visit Tamdi...