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KERALA :-
Agasthyakoodam (famous peak) :About
1869 metres above sea level, Agasthyakoodam
is a prominent peak in the Sahyadari ranges
of the Western Ghats and can be approached on foot from Bonacadu,
which is 61 kms away from Thiruvananthapuram. Tradition says that the great sage,
Agasthya, had his abode in this
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peak. The place is also noted for
its abundant
Ayurvedic herbs.
Padmanabhapuram
Palace :The
legendary Kings of Venad ruled from this magnificent
16th century wooden palace. The
Padmanabhapuram Palace, 60 Kms. from Thiruvananthapuram,
is now within
the State of Tamil Nadu, but it was once the traditional home of the royal
family of Travancore, so the Kerala Government
maintains it. The palace is one of the
best examples of the traditional wooden architecture of Kerala. Such stately
homes were decorated with carved wooden ceilings, curved and slatted shuttered
windows, intricate interlocking beams for the roof, sculpted door panels
and pagoda like tiled roofs. Intricate carvings
and murals, and exquisite wall paintings
reflect the prolific talent of the sculptors and painters of the olden times.
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TAMIL NADU :-
Udhagamandalam
:Settlement in Udhagamandalam
began in 1822 with the construction of
the Stone
House by John Sullivan, the then Collector
of Coimbatore. The bungalow which is locally
called Kal Bangla is one of the landmarks
of Udhagamandalam and is now the Chamber
of the
Principal of the Government Arts College.
Not many years after the construction of
the Stone
House, several other English cottages with
pretty gardens, large bungalows of top
officials in the Government are built.
Coakers
Walk :This hill-edge path
way was identified by Er. Coakers in 1872.
About a Kilometer from the lake, Coakers
Walk runs along a steep slope on the southern
side of Kodai. It offers some of the best
views of the Plains. Entry fee is collected
per head here.
KODAIKANAL
Lake View : A
magnificent star-shaped lake glitters like
a jewel amidst
the Emerald Green wooded slopes. This 24 hectare
lake is skirted by 5 Kms long. Blacktopped
road is a focal point of Kodai. This lake
was created
in 1863 by Sir Vere Hentry Levinge(1885), who
was the Collector of Madurai, retired and settled
in Kodai. He constructed the bund to form a
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KARNATAKA
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Bangalore
:An
air-conditioned city, a garden city, the
Silicon Valley of India, the fastest developing
city
in the world, these are some of the attributes
used to describe this beautiful city which
has a lot to offer you. A dynamic Happening
city, with innumerable cultural events organized
every evening, you can choose from a Hindustan
vocal concert, of a Carnatic Veena recital,
or fusion music to pure western classical
music, a play, or an exhibition
of a famous painter. You can taste of Bangalore. But
the connoisseur can take his pick from any of the
multicuisine restaurants of the city, Bangalore is
also known as
the city of Golf Courses.
Mysore :Mysore
is more than palaces, parks and temples . the
exotic fragrance of Mysore Jasmine. the melodious
strains of the Veena. the rich aroma of filter
coffee. traditional carvings on fragrant sandalwood,
rosewood and ivory . the rustle of rich silks . delicious
Nanjangud bananas . Hot 'N' Spicy Bisi-bele-hulianna . mouthwatering
Mysore Pak, a traditional sweetmeat . It is
a gourmet's delight and a Shopper's paradise.
Shimoga
:As
per traditional derivations ,the name pertains
to Lord Shiva ( 'Shiva - Mukha' - Face of shiva
, 'Shivana - Mogu' - Nose of shiva, 'Shivana
- Mogge' - Buds of flowers meant for shiva
) . According to the legend, the place had
the ashram of the famous sage 'Durvasa' who
was noted for his sharpness of temper. He used
to keep on the oven a pot boiling with sweet
herbs. Once, some cowherds, who chanced upon
it, tasted the beverage out of curiosity and
called the place 'Sihi- Moge' (Sweet Pot) ,
Which was later called as 'SHIMOGA'.. | More
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ANDHRA PRADESH :-
Vijaywada :Vijayawada is
known as the political as well as publishing capital
of andhra Pradesh. Vijayawada is a vital rail and
road link between North and the South and is now
known as 'the city that never sleeps'.
Tirupati
:The abode
of the 'Kaliyuga' deity Lord Venkateswara,
popularly known as Balaji, Tirupati has for
centuries remained
a destination divine and this feeling grows
on one as one goes round the various temples
and spots
of natural beauty surrounding this major town.
Visakhapatnam
:The
land of the golden beaches was just over
half a century ao a
small fishing
village. One would be amazed at the manner
in which this port city with a natural harbour
developed
into one of the fastest growing cities in Asia..
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MAHARASHTRA :-
Ellora Caves :Nestled in the crook of
the Charanadari hill in Deccan is a series of ancient
temples and monasteries
hewn out of the moutainside. Situated on the
ancient north- south trade route or the dakshinapatha,
the tiny mountain village of Verul - mutated
today
to Ellora -was a well- known stopover for traders,
priests and pilgrims who plied the route to the
western ports.
Ajanta Caves :Way back in1819, a party of British army officers
on a tiger hunt in the forest of western Deccan,
suddenly spotted their prey, on the far side
of a loop in the Waghora river. High up on the
horseshoe- shaped cliff, the hunting party saw
the tiger, silhouetted against the carved façade
of a cave.
Ganpatipule :This is Ganapatiphule Land of the 400- year old
Swayambhu ganapati and eager tourists. Set along
the western coast of maharastra, is a small little
village called Ganapatiphule. It is known for
it's scerene sedate beach.. | More
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GOA
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Margao
:It
is 33 Kms. from Panaji. The Capital of South
Goa
District in the hinterland of southern Goa
in Salcete Taluka is a thriving commercial
metropolis linked by rail to the rest of India & Mormugao
Harbour and by national highways, with Maharashtra
and Karnataka.
Panaji
:The capital
of Goa and headquarters of North Goa District,
a small a charming city on the left bank of
silvery Mandovi River, with beautiful red-roofed
houses, built in Latin style, also boasts of
many modern houses, well laid garden, statues
and avenue's lined with Gulmohar, Acassia and
other trees. Enchantit panorama unfolds from
atop Altinho
Vasco-da-Gama
:It is 30 kms. from Panaji. A
modem, well laid out city close to Mormugs
Harbour, has beautiful and extensive avenues.
The air terminus of Goa at Dabolim lies on
the outskirts of the city. It is also the
railway terminus for passenger service in
the South Central Railway.. | More
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