Uttarachal Tours

Uttarachal Tours
Uttarachal is the 27 th state of Republic of India which came into existence on 9 th November 2000.Uttaranchal is one of the most beautiful, well preserved and enchanting places located in the northern part of India. Uttaranchal - the Devbhumi has attracted tourists and pilgrims from world over since time immemorial. The region is blessed with magnificent glaciers, majestic rivers, gigantic and ecstatic Himalayan peaks, natural biosphere, valley of flowers, skiing resorts and dense forests. Sacred pilgrimages of different religions including the Char Dham or the Hindu pilgrimage destinations Shri Badrinath ­Kedarnath-Gangotri- Yamunotri; the sacred Sikh pilgrimage of Hemkund - ­Lokpal, Nanakmatta and Meetha-etc. have drawn pilgrimages and seekers for spiritual fulfillment to Uttaranchal. This is the land where Vedas and Shastras were composed and the great Indian epic-The Mahabharata was written. The region has always been the source of inspiration for nature lovers and seekers of peace and spirituality.

Himalayas: The highest and the youngest mountain range on the earth, the Himalayas, from the northern border of the Indian sub­continent in Asia. To Sanskrit the name Himalaya means, "Abode of snow". In the heart of these- majestic mountains lies the state of Uttaranchal with Kumaon region in its east and Garhwal in the west. This mountainous region offers a wonderful panorama of high snow clad peaks. The Queen of Hills, Mussoorie, the lake district of India.Nainital, Kausani, Pauri, Landsdone, Raniket, Almora, Pithorgrah, Munsyari and many more attractive destinations are part of Uttaranchal.

Uttaranchal is a paradise for adventure sports. The sheerer variety from mountaineering (Bhagirathi, Chowkhamba, Nanda Devi, Kamet, Pindari, Sahastrataal, Milam, Kafni, Khading, Gaumukh), trekking, skiing (Auli, Dayara, Bugyal, Munsyari, Mundali), skating, water sports (in the lakes and rivers including the Tehri), to aero sports like hang gliding, paragliding (Pithorgraph, Jolly Grant, Pauri) make Uttaranchal one of the most attractive destinations for adventure sports not only in India but the world over.

Along with the world famous Corbett National Park, Uttaranchal has several breathtaking destinations for Wildlife Tourism. These are the Rajaji National Park, Govind Pashu Vihar, Asan Barrage, Chilla and Saptarishi Ashram, the last four being a delight for bird watchers.

Uttaranchal has a flora and fauna, which is diverse as well as rare. This makes Uttaranchal an ideal destination for eco-tourism including jungle safaris, trekking on forest trails, nature walks, catches and release Mahaseer and other fish spices (at Pancheshwar).

The Ganga and the Yamuna and sources of other rivers originate in Uttaranchal. Ganga-the most holy river represents the soul of India, her culture, history and civilization. There are several local fairs and festivals like Jhanda mela (Dehradun), Surkanda Devi Mela (Tehri), Magh Mela (Uttrakashi), Manna Devi Mela (Nainital), Chaiti Mela (Udham Singh Nagar), Purnagiri Mela (Champawat), Piran Kaliyar Mela (Bageshwar), indicative of the immense possibilities for cultural
tourism in Uttaranchal.

At a Glance

Area: 55,845 Sq.kms; Capital: Dehradun; Language: Hindi; Airports: Pantnagar – Naintal, Jolly Grant – Dehradun.

Hill Resorts

Almora (1646 m); Railhead –Katgodam 92 km; Chakrata (2138 m); Railhead – Dehradun 92 km; Kausani (1890 m); Railhead –Katgodam 142 km; Lansdowne (1829 m); Railhead – Kotdwra 40 km; Mussoorie (2000 m); Railhead – Dehradun 36 km; Nainital (1938 m); Railhead – Katgodam 35 km; Pithoragarh (1815 m); Railhead – Tanakpur 151 km; Raniket (778 m); Railhead – Katgodam 84 km; Tehri (778 m); Railhead – Rishikesh 82 km.
Pilgrim Centers

Badrinath – Kedarnath – Joshimath – Gangotri – Yamunotri – Gomukh – Hemkund – Panchapyrayag, Hardwar, Rishikesh.

Dehradun

Nestled in a wide and thickly forested valley of the Shivalik ranges, Dehradun is known' for its Salubrious climate. Once a stronghold of Garhwal kings and later appropriated by the British as a residential resort, the town has several institutions and public schools. Dehradun is famous for its fruit orchards.

Places of Interest

(1) Forest Research Institute (2) Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (3) Robber’s Cave.

How to Reach

Nearest airport is Jolly Grant 24 km. Dehradun is directly connected by rail with New Delhi, Howrah, Varanasi and Allahabad.Tourist can travel by road to all major centers of Uttaranchal and rest of India. There are regular buses operated by private and UP Government from Delhi (225 km), Haridwar (54 km), Rishikesh (43 km). Agra (382 km), Shimla (221 km). Yamunotri (174 km). Kedamath (274 km). Nainital (297 km).

Hotel Accommodations: Hotel Madhuban, Hotel President, Hotel Relax, Hotel Great Value, Hotel Hilton, Indralok Hotels, Hotel Drona, Hotel Nishima, Hotel Meedo, Hotel White House, Hotel Gaurab, Motel Himshri, Hotel Meedo’s Grand.

Rishikesh

Situated 24 km upstream from Haridwar, at the confluence of the Chandrabhaga and Ganga, Rishikesh has long been a spiritual center. It is said that the sage Raibhya Rishi did severe penance here and as a reward, God appeared to him in the form of Hrishikesh, hence the name. Rishikesh has numerous Ashrams, some of which are internationally recognized as center of philosophical studies, yoga and meditation.

Places of Interest

(1) Triveni Ghat (2) Lakshman Jhoola (3) Shivananad or Ram Jhoola.

Badrinath

Badrinath is considered the holiest of the main four shrines of Uttarakhand and is one of the four Dhams. A devout Hindu has to visit it in his lifetime to attain salvation. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and was built about two centuries ago by kings of Garwal. The temple is divided into three parts-the Garbha, the Darshan 'Mandap and Sabha Mandap. The principal idol is of black stone and represents Vishnu seated in a meditative pose and flanked by Nara-Narayana TAPT KUND and SURYA KUND are famous springs of sulphurous water with 55 C.A dip, considered holy and refreshing the body as well as soul, is a must before offering prayers to Shri Badrinathji.

How to Reach

Nearest airport is Jolly Grant (Dehradun) 18 km. Rishikesh is directly connected by rail via Haridwar which is on the main route to Mumbai, Lucknow, Kalka, Sri Ganganagar New Delhi, Howrah, Varanasi and Allahabad.Tourist can travel by road to all major centers of Uttaranchal and rest of India. There are regular buses operated by private and UP Government from Delhi (238 km), Haridwar (24 km), Yamunotri (288 km). Kedamath (228 km), Dehradun (42 km), Mussoorie (77 km), Gangotri (258 km), Uttarkashi (154 km), Badrinath (301 km) and Chandigarh (252 km).

Hotel Accommodations: Hotel Ganga Kinare, Hotel Natraj, Hotel Mandakini International, Hotel Indralok, Hotel Akash Ganga, Green Hotel, Hotel Brijwasi Palace, and Hotel Rajdeep.

Kedarnath

Kerarnath, at the head of the Mandakini River, is amongst the holiest pilgrimage for the devout Hindu.Kedarnath temple built in the 8 th century AD is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Gangotri

Gangotri is one of the Char Dham of Uttarakhand.It is situated in Garhwal Himalayas at an elevation of 3048 meters.

Yamunotri

One of the four sacred dhams of Uttarakhand and revered in Hindu mythology Yamunotri is the source of Yamuna River. The Yamunotri shrine stands on the western flanks of the Bandarpunch peak (20,731 ft).
Mussoorie

Mussoorie lies 38 km from Dehradun. Mussoorie offers views of both the Himalayan ranges to the north and the Shivalik hills and plains to the south. This erstwhile aristocratic resort is now a popular hill station and promises a variety of entertainment round the year. BHADRAJ TEMPLE is dedicated to Lord Balbhadra, brother of Shri Krishna. GUN HILL is known for ropeway ride and offers a beautiful view of the Himalayan ranges. MUNICIPAL GARDEN is a picnic spot and has artificial lake for boating. The MUSSOORIE LAKE is a delightful spot where paddleboats are available. It commands an enchanting view of the Doon Valley; GEORGE EVEREST HOUSE ­ The park estate of Sir George, the first Surveyor-General of India, who had his office and residence here, 8 km from Mussoorie. Mt.Everest, the highest peak of the Himalayas is named after him; KEMPTY FALLS -15 km from Mussorie is a picturesque waterfall at an altitude of 4500 ft; SURKHANDA DEVI – 35 km is an important pilgrimage center. The temple is located atop the hill. ASAN BARRAGE – 42 km is a water sport resort with water skating sailing boating facilities.
Hotel Accommodations : Hotel Clark’s, Hakman’s Grand Hotel, Hotel Horizon, Hotel Raghushree, Hotel Kasmanda, Carlton’s Plaisance Hotel, Hotel Padmini Nivas, Savoy Hotel.

Auli

Auli, 16 km from Joshimath nestles in the lap of the snow – capped peaks of the Garhwal Himalayas and is an ideal ski resort with its slopes comparable to the best in the world.
Nainital

At 1938 m, this attractive hill station was once the summer capital of Uttar Pradesh and is the largest town in Kumaon. The Kuman hills have long been known for their idyllic beauty. Nainital, a most beautiful resort of north India is a beautiful settlement around a blue green lake – Naini from which the town takes its name. Nainital offers varieties of adventure sports as well as popular entertainment. This hill resort can be enjoyed at any time of the year.
How to Reach

Nearest airport – Nainital (Pantnagar); Nearest railway station – Kathagodam which is connected by meter gauge to Agra, Bareilly and Lucknow. Tourist can travel by road to all major centers of Uttaranchal and rest of India.

Hotel Accommodations: Hotel Gauri Niwas,Hotel Prashant,Hotel Elphinstone,Hotel Grand, Hotel City Heart, Royal Hotel, Swiss Hotel.

Ranikhet

50 km from Nainital. Situated at 1829 meters offers interesting mix of hill and military culture. It is an ideal holiday resort. Golf course, the orchards of Chaubatia and Jhoola Devi Temple are the palaces of interest. Ranikhet has forests of Oak wood, pine and is a fine place to enjoy a panoramic view of the Himalayas. Golf course is the main attraction of the city.

Almora

90km from Nainital.) Situated at an elevation of 5400 ft in the Kumaon Hills Almora is known for its healthy climate. The town was founded about 1560 AD by Balo Kalyan Chand, Raja of Champavat, who later made it the capital of Chand kingdom. Almora is the cultural centre of Kumaon district and a picturesque mountain resort.
Kausani

180 km from Nainital. A scenic hill station-compared with Switzerland, in the Himalayas is located at 53 Ian north of Almora. It is also the birthplace of Hindi Poet Sumitra Nandan Pant. Mahatma Gandhi stayed at Anasaki Ashram, which offers a good resting place for travellers.

Haridwar

Haridwar is associated with both Lord Shiva as well as Lord Vishnu. It is among the seven sacred cities of India. Haridwar is situated on the right bank of the holy Ganga and is the point where the river spreads over the northern plain. It is also one of the four venues for the Kumbha Mela held in its magnitude every twelfth year. Essentially a religious centre which holds the promise of salvation for devotees, it is also a centre of herbal medicines and traditional studies at Gurukul kangri.

Main places of interest are CHAND! DEVI temple, BHARAT MATA temple; SHANIKUNJ; MAYA DEVI temple, BHIMGODA, MANSA DEVI temple; PAWAN DHAM; VAISHNO DEVI temple.

HARI-KI-PAIRI-Most important ghat on the Ganga River, where a holy dip is a must for every devotee. The Ganga Arati performed every evening is a spectacular sight when thousands of lighted lamps are set afloat the river.

How to Reach

Nearest airport - Jolly Grant, Dehradun 35 km; Haridwar is connected directly by train with Mumbai, Delhi, Varanasi, Allahabad, Lucknow, and Kalka. Tourist can travel by road to all major centers of Uttaranchal and rest of India.

Hotel Accommodations: Hotel Himgiri, Hotel Arati, Hotel Deluxe, Hotel Shiva, Hotel Mansarovar, Hotel Mayur, Hotel Marwari Niwas, Hotel Teerth, Hotel Alpana, Hotel Ashok, Sagar Ganga Resort.

Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve

Corbett Tiger Reserve was established in 1936 as India's first national park by the legendary tiger-hunter, Jim Corbett, who put Kumaon on the map with his book The Man-Eaters of Kumaon. Held in awe by local villagers for shooting tigers who had developed a taste for human flesh, the British hunter was nevertheless one of the first people in India to realize that tiger numbers were declining. With the help of UP governor Sir Johns Hewett, Corbett was instrumental in setting up the Hailey Na­tional Park, which was renamed Corbett National Park in 1957. With the inclusion of the Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary to the west, the park now covers 1318 sq km, which may grow further if the planned mi­gration corridor to nearby Rajaji National Park is ever completed.

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Manipur Tourism

About Maipur

The word Manipur literally means a 'jeweled town', a name that rightly justifies the small and picturesque land. The people here are very polite and hospitable. Rich in its culture, tradition, and ethnicity, Manipur is one of the seven northeastern states of India. The Raasleelas and the classical dance of Manipur hold a very significant position in the cultural map of India. With sites like the Loktak Lake and the Khonghampat Orchidarium, Manipur is also famous for its natural beauty.

LOCATION

Manipur is situated in the northeastern part of India. Manipur is bordered on its north by Nagaland; on its east lies Myanmar (Burma). The southern part is bordered by the state of Mizoram, while the green valleys of Assam bound the western part.

Manipur has a low-lying basin in its center surrounded by high-range mountains that sometimes reach up to a height of about 2000 meters.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

The climate of Manipur varies from the tropical to sub-alpine types. The summer months here are moderately hot and the winters comfortable.

HISTORY

Manipur always used to be independent of its neighboring tribal areas. Though often invaded by Burma, the state usually enjoyed long and stable governments for a good time. Manipur became a part of British India following the Yandaboo treaty with the East India Company in 1826. This treaty was an agreement at the end of the Indo-Burmese war that established the sovereignty of the British government. During the World War II, the Japanese forces marched to Manipur. It was given the status of a full-fledged state in 1972.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

The festivals of Manipur hold special importance to the people of the state. Most of their festivals are characterized by traditional dance and music along with some traditional refreshment. Yaosang is a festival celebrated on the full-moon day of February/March. This festival is also regarded as the festival to welcome spring season. Moreover, there are festivals like the Manipuri New Year celebration known as the Cheirouba and the festival to reassure the loving relationship of the siblings known as Ningol Chakaouba. Kut is another festival that marks the harvesting season in Manipur. Feasts, traditional drinks, and merrymaking characterize the festival.

TOURISTS ATTRACTIONS

Manipur has a lot to offer to the tourists visiting this state. Some of the places worth visiting are the Shree Govindajee Temple (a pilgrimage as well as historic center of the Vaishnavite), Kaina (a sacred place of Hindus), Khwairamand Bazaar (a market place run by women), Manipur Zoological Garden (renowned for the rare sangai deer), apart from the beautiful Loktak Lake and Sendra Island. Besides, Langthabal (historic sites), Moirang, Moreh, Phubala, Singda, Khongjom, Sahid Mandir, Khonghampat Orchidarium, Keibul Lamjao National Park, Sekta Archeological Living Museum, and the Manipur State Museum are surely worth a visit.

HOW TO REACH

BY AIR - The capital of Manipur, Imphal, is well connected with the rest of the country by air. Imphal connects the place with Guwahati, Delhi, and Calcutta.

BY RAIL - As Manipur has no railway network, the nearest railhead to reach Manipur is Silchar in Assam.

BY ROAD - Manipur is well linked with the rest of the country by both national and state highways. The state transport corporation plies regular scheduled buses from Imphal to the other cities in the region.

WHERE TO STAY

We offer excellent accommodation facilities in and around Manipur.
Manipur Tourism provides complete information about tourism in Manipur. Tourism-of-India.com offers various tour packages to make your visit comfortable. You can pick the one that suits you most.


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Goa Tourism

Goa India Tourism
About Goa

Goa traces its history to a very ancient period. It was known as Gopakpattan or Gomant in the Bhimparva of the Mahabharata and as Govanpuri in the Sutra-Samhita. Ptolemy, the great geographer, astronomer and mathematician of Alexandria (2nd century AD) refers to Goa as Gouba. Goa was under the Satavahanas from the 2nd century BC, thereafter under the sway of the western Kshetrapas from 150 AD. Chalukyas of Badami ruled over it for over 200 years from 540 AD. Then Rashtrakutas dominated the area from 753 AD to 797 AD. Kadambas of Goa replaced them and ruled over Goa from 1008 AD to 1300 AD. Goa at that time became a great centre of maritime trade. Thereafter Goa came under the control of Yadavas of Devagiri, Delhi Sultans (1336 to 1378 AD), Vijaynagar rulers (1378 to 1470 AD), Bahamani sultans of Deccan and later the Adilshahis of Bijapur (1470 to 1515 AD)

After the discovery of the sea route to India by Vasco-da-Gama in 1498, many Portuguese expeditions came to India. In 1510, Afonso de Albuquerque with the help of the emperor of Vijaynagar attacked and captured Goa. With the arrival of the Jesuit Saint Francisco Xavier in 1542 began proselytisation in Goa. However, the Portuguese continued to rule over the territory except for an interlude during the later half of the 17rb century when Shivaji conquered a few areas in and around Goa. Even after India's independence, Goa continued to remain in the hands of die Portuguese. However, they could not fulfill the aspirations of Goa people and ultimately on 19 December 1961, Goa was liberated and made a composite Union Territory with Daman and Diu. On 30 May 1987 Goa was conferred Statehood and Daman and Diu made a separate Union Territory.

Goa is a land of golden beaches tucked away between the hills of the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea. Its land is covered with groves of cashews, mango and coconut, and is edged by long sunny beaches. A languid tropical climate, a gentle people it is popular for local liquor feni. Which beach beach you opt for when you arrive largely depends on what sort of holiday you have in mind. More developed resorts such as Calangute and Baga in the north, and Colva and Benaulim in the south, offer more "walk­ in“ accommodation and tourist facilities than elsewhere. Even if you're looking for a less touristy scene, it can be worth heading for these centres first, as finding places to stay in less commercialized corners is often difficult. Anjuna , Vagator, and Chapora, where accommodation is generally more basic and harder to come by, are the beaches to aim for if you've come to Goa to party. However, the bulk of budget travellers taking time out from tours of India end up in Palolem, in the far south, or Arambol, both beyond the increasingly long reach of the charter buses. That said, Palolem, in particular, has become a resort in its own right, with thousands of long-stay visitors in peak season.
Panaji (Panjim) and Central Goa

Panaji, the capital of Goa is a small town, laid out on a grid pattern overlooked by the Altinho (hill) to the south, which offered defensive advantages. The riverside boulevard (Devanand Bandodkar Marg) runs from the new Patto Bridge, past the jetties, to the formerly open fields of Campal. Along it there are some of the town's main administrative buildings.
Palolem Beach,Goa,India
Palces of Interest


Palces of Interest

(1) Idalcao Palace (2) Abbe Faria (3) Braganza Institute; Largo Da Igreja; Church of Immaculate Conception (4) Jama Masjid (5) St.Thome (6) Mint (7) Sebastian Chapel.
Beaches

(1) Miramar (2) Dona Paula (3) Vainguinim


Palolem Beach,Goa,India
Palces of Interest

(1) Idalcao Palace (2) Abbe Faria (3) Braganza Institute; Largo Da Igreja; Church of Immaculate Conception (4) Jama Masjid (5) St.Thome (6) Mint (7) Sebastian Chapel.
Beaches

(1) Miramar (2) Dona Paula (3) Vainguinim

Old Goa – Velha Goa

A one-time byword for splendour with a population of several hundred thousand, Goa's erstwhile former capital, OLD GOA, was virtually abandoned following malaria and cholera epidemics from the seventeenth century onwards. Today you need considerable imagination to picture the once-great capital as it used to be. The maze of twisting streets, piazzas and ochre-washed villas has gone, and all that remains is a score of cream-painted churches and convents. Granted World Heritage Status by UNESCO, Old Goa today attracts busloads of foreign tourists from the coast, and Christian pilgrims fie around India, in roughly equal numbers. While the former come to admire to gigantic facades and gilt altars of the beautifully preserved churches, the main attraction for the latter is the tomb of St Francis Xavier, the renowned sixteenth-century missionary, whose remains are enshrined in the Basilica of Born Jesus.
Palces of Interest

(1) The Tomb of St.Francis Xavier in the magnificent Cathedral of Bom Jesus. (2) Arch of the Viceroys and the Church of St.Cajetan (3) The Se (St.Catherine’s Cathedral (4) The Archbishop’s Palace (5) The Church of St.Francis of Assisi and Archeological Museum.

Calangute Beach,Goa,India
North Goa

Beyond the mouth of the Mandovi estuary, the Goan coast sweeps north in a near-continuous string of beaches, broken only by the odd saltwater inlet, rocky headland, and three tidal rivers. Goa beaches are among the best in the world. Calangute and Candolim are the two beaches at a distance of the 15km from Panaji.Once Calangute was the paradise of the Hippies.Baga beach is 2km north of Calangute and is a favourite tourist spot.

Palces of Interest

Fort Aguada: The Fort, built in 1612,at a distance of 19km from Panaji at the mouth of Mandovi river had the first lighthouse in Asia equipped with a room for ammunition, barracks and a church. It was a place of strength and power. It houses a jail today.

Main Beaches

(1) Calangute (2) Baga (3) Candolim (4) Anjuna (5) Vagator (6) Chapora (7) Arambol
Mapusa

Mapusa stands on a long ridge, which runs east west, fertile agricultural land occupying the flat valley floor rights up to the edge of the town. Mapusa is known for beautiful gardens and houses. Panaji to Mapusa covering a distance of 13 km.

South Goa
Ponda
Ponda is surrounded by hills on all sides and has many Hindu temples.

Madgaon Or Margaon
Madgaon is the commercial capital of Goa, capital of the Salcete province. It is well connected by rail and road. Madgaon is famous for its well-maintained gardens and beautiful houses. The king of the beached the Colva Beach is located at a distance of 2km from Madgaon (40 km from Panaji). Benaulim Beach is 2 km south of Colva.Other important beaches are Varca Beach and Betul Beach.

Vasco Da Gama

Vasco is 31 km from Panaji.The only airport of Goa is located at the fringe of Vasco city.

Hotel Accommodation: Cidade De Goa Beach Resort, Fort Aguada Beach Resort, Four Seasons Leela Beach Resort, Goa Renaissance Resort, Holiday Inn Resort, Sarovar Park Plaza Resort, Hotel La Paz Garden, Hotel Mondovi, Nanu Resort, Hotel Nova Goa, Hotel Prainha, Ronil Beach Resort, Sea Queen Beach Resort.


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