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Friday, November 30, 2012

Must see places in India


There are various unexplored sights and attractions are present at the different corners of India. Visiting these places should be the most amazing experience and life time memory for one. These must see place of India are spread at the different parts of the country and takes healthy amount of time to explore. Here are the list of few must see places in India before you die.
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Shimmers on Ladakh Lakes

Ladakh is home to some of the most spectacular lakes of region situated at a height of 4,350 m. These lakes of Ladakh changes forms at every next hour of the day and appear most beautiful during the evening. Pangong Tso is one of the most beautiful high altitude Lakes of Ladakh along with other Tso Moriri Lake. The blue skies over the lakes along with tremulous light of sun on the the water bodies give a shimmering reflection which looks like stars on earth.

Shimmers on Lake - Ladakh
Shimmers on Lake - Ladakh

Astonishing Waterfalls in Shillong

Mawsynram is a small village located on the East Khasi Hills of northeast Meghalaya state. The place is known as the wettest place on Earth with an annual rainfall of 11,872 mm. Meghalaya also host another wettest place call Cherrapunji next to the Mawsynram and receives second highest rainfall of the year. This region is surrounded by big hills,lush green mountains and number of famous waterfalls in India.
Waterfall in Shillong - Meghalaya
Waterfall in Shillong - Meghalaya

Wildlife in Kanha National Park

Kanha National Park is situated at the heartland of India called Madhya Pradesh. The Tiger Reserve is one of the largest National Park and home to significant population of Royal Bengal Tigers and Indian leopards along with Indian wild dogs. Kanha National Park is very rich in wild life and mostly covered with dense bamboo and sal forests. Madhya Pradesh host two most important National Park, another one is the bandhavgarh the most popular national parks of India.
Rarrrrr - Kanha National Park
Rarrrrr - Kanha National Park

Night in the Thar Desert

The Great Indian Desert is situated in the Royal state of Rajasthan and surrounded by Aravalli mountain ranges and Great Rann of Kutch. Thar Desert offers one of the wonderful experience, A night among the dunes along with enjoyable camel ride. Bikaner is known as the jewel of the Thar Desert or desert city of India located  in the middle of the great Thar desert with extreme climate conditions.

Night in Thar Desert - Rajasthan
Night in Thar Desert - Rajasthan

Sunset on Brahmaputra River

The majestic Brahmaputra river is one of the major river of Northeast India, Originate at Tibet and flows through the great gorges of Arunachal and the Valley of Assam then fall into the Bay of Bengal. During a sun set over the 2,900 km long Brahmaputra river when the dark cloud gather over the sky and rays of sun are playing with river water. Sunset on Brahmaputra River is one of the best attraction of Northeast India and a must captured moment of life.
Sunset at Brahmaputra River
Sunset at Brahmaputra River

Frozen Lakes of Himalayas

The Great Himalaya mountain contains hundreds of beautiful Lakes along with its long ranges from Greater Himalaya to Arunachal Himalayas. Himalayan terrain of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim host some of the best frozen lake of India, Frozen lake at Tawang,Gurudongmar Lake of Sikkim and world famous Dal Lake in Srinagar. These frozen water bodies are one of the beauty of the Himalayas.
Frozen Lak - Himalaya - India
Frozen Lak - Himalaya - India

Forest of NorthEast

The dense and dark forest of North East states occupies 25 percent of India’s total forest and cover the all seven sister states of India. There are 51 types of forest found in the north east region classified as deciduous forests,  semi evergreen,wet evergreen forests, alpine forests and temperate forests. These forest offers 7 major National Park and home to 10,000 species of flowering plants and endangered species of animals along with vulnerable species of birds.
Forest of NorthEast - India
Forest of NorthEast - India

Temples of Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar also known as city of Temples or temple city of India for more then 600 number of Hindu temples. The Kalinga Nagari is the capital city of Indian state Orissa and also regarded as one of the cleanest and greenest city of India. Bhubaneswar along with Puri and Konark are home to some of the most famous Indian temples such as Lingaraj temple, Mukteshwar Temple,Duladevi Temple,konark sun temples and Puri jagannath temple. Bhubaneswar is the only city with dedicated temple to the  Great Trinity “Brahma-Vishnu-Mahesh” those are  Brahma Temple Bindusagar, Gandhi Garabadu Precinct Vishnu Temple and The Lingaraj Temple of Great god Lord Siva.
Temples of Bhubaneswar - Orrisa
Temples of Bhubaneswar - Orrisa

Trek to Valley of Flowers

The valley of flowers is a national park located in the peaks of west Himalaya and well known for its the variety of flora and meadows of alpine flowers. Monsoon season is the best time to visit flowers valley and trek through the mountains to long carpet of flowers.

Valley of Flower - Kashmir - India
Valley of Flower - Kashmir - India

Tranquil Hills of Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal is a gift of forest located in Dindigul district in Palani Hills at Tamil Nadu. The hill city is blessed with dense forests, Cascade Waterfall,beautiful meadows and Pillar Rocks. Tranquil hill region is also known as Princess of Hills with beautiful spots of interest like tranquil lake,Dolphin’s Nose,laid garden and giant rock pillars.
Hills of Kodaikanal
Hills of Kodaikanal

Inlands of Lakshadweep

The group of islands of Laccadive or Lakshadweep in the Laccadive Sea are the major attraction of the tiniest Union Territory of India. Island of Lakshadweep are famous for water sports and adventures sports like scuba diving and snorkeling. The islands of Lakshadweep and Andaman and Nicobar are the jewels of the Sea.
Inlands of Lakshadweep
Inlands of Lakshadweep

Natural Beauty of Western Ghats

The Western Ghats is also known as Sahyadri mountain range that runs through the entire west coast of India,from the border of Gujarat till the Kanyakumari. Western Ghats is one of the hottest biodiversity spot and home to a large variety of flora and fauna along with many undiscovered species. Western Ghats is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and known for its natural beauty with highest peaks,several man made lakes and reservoirs, waterfalls and green scenery till the end.
Western Ghats of India
Western Ghats of India

Colour of Sea at Kanyakumari

The Cape Comorin or Kanyakumari is situated at the confluence of three great water bodies the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean. Kanyakumari is the precious Jewel of the Oceans and one of the holy site for Hindus due to Kanyakumari Temple one of the 52 Shakti Peetha in India. As per the weather changes and sun location color of these three seas get changes accordingly.
Color of Sea at Kanyakumari - India
Color of Sea at Kanyakumari - India

Tea Gardens of Darjeeling

Darjeeling, the Queen of the Hills is located at foothills of great the Himalayas in eastern India of the West Bengal state. The large tea plantation region also known as tea gardens of Darjeeling is one of the major attractions of the city along with beautiful flora, adventure sports rafting trekking and hiking. Tea of Darjeeling is well famous for its flavor and quality.
Darjeeling Tea Gardens
Darjeeling Tea Gardens

Ghats of Varanasi

Varanasi or Banaras is one of the oldest city in India situated along with the banks of the holy river Ganges in Uttar Pradesh. Varanasi is considered as the holy city by Hindu’s as well as by Buddhists, Jains and regarded as the temple city of India. The city has number of ghats along with the Ganges river, which are used for bathing and cremation, so also known as burning Ghats of Varanasi. Varanasi Ghats are one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in India.
Ghats of Varanasi
Ghats of Varanasi

Mangrove Forest of Sundarbans

The mangrove forest of Sundarbans are one of the largest tidal halophytic mangrove in the world,situated at the Sundarbans delta in West Bengal. The Sundarbans region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and densely covered forest and home to a large number of Royal Bengal Tiger. Sundarbans means the beautiful forest created by Ganges Delta on the Bay of Bengal.
Mangrove Forest - Sundarbans
Mangrove Forest - Sundarbans

Backwaters of Kerala

The God’s own country offers the best experience to have, roaming on the brackish lagoons and lakes along with the Arabian Sea coast. The Kerala backwaters are created by five large lakes,canals, rivers and cover almost half of the state with water. Kerala backwaters server as National Waterway for backwater cruises to link number of towns, cities and facilitating cargo movement and backwater tourism. The lakes are one of the major attractions of Kerala and home to unique species of aquatic animals and birds live alongside the backwaters lagoons.
Kerala Backwaters - Land of Gods
Kerala Backwaters - Land of Gods

Exotic Beaches of Goa

Goa, the smallest state but very rich in tourism and known for its beautiful beaches,world heritage architecture and worship sights. Exotic beaches of Goa are well known in the world for its freedom and unique in its own way. The stunning beaches in Goa are the major attraction of tourist along with the cuisines and culture of the region. Apart from white-sand Beaches, Goa is also famous for owing rich flora and fauna along with the Western Ghats range.
Beaches of Goa
Beaches of Goa

Snow Clas Mountains of Manali

he Snow Covered mountains and glittering lakes of Himachal along with series of valleys with snow clad peaks are adventures travel. Himachal Pradesh offers one of the best snow tour of the country and host some of the most adventures winter sports such as Heli-Ski,Snowboarding and Skiing. The Spiti Valley or the desert mountain valley of Himachal is the most popular snow spot in India to visit.
Snow Covered mountains of Manali
Snow Covered mountains of Manali

Araku Valley of Eastern Ghats

The Eastern Ghats is range of mountains along with the eastern coast of India, from West Bengal state through Orissa and Andhra Pradesh. Beautiful Araku valley is a hill station in Andhra Pradesh and home to different tribes. Araku valley is the most beautiful part of valley in the Eastern Ghats famous coffee plantations and most of the place are yet to explore.
Araku Valley of Eastern Ghats - India
Araku Valley of Eastern Ghats - India

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Explore the Rann of Kutch


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The Rann of Kutch is a wasteland of thousand of kilometers with no water bodies no trees nothing, Almost like a land of dead, absolutely dead. Rann of Kutch is divided into major parts known as Great Rann of Kutch and Little Rann of Kutch along with Banni grasslands. Great Rann of Kutch is located in the famous Thar Desert area of Kutch District in Gujarat. The Rann of Kutch is largest salt desert in the world, Kutch is situated between the Gulf of Kutch and Indus River and support variety of flora and fauna.
BHANJANO Hills in The RANN of KUTCH
BHANJANO Hills in The RANN of KUTCH

Flora

Rann of Kutch contains salt desserts and grassland of many species of grasses. The small grass of Banni Grasslands located on the marshy salt flats of Rann of Kutch. Marsh region consists of apluda and cenchrus species of grasses along with dry thorny shrubs. There is no big tree throughout the Rann, except one stupid tree call Prosopis juliflora.
Flora - Rann of Kutch
Flora - Rann of Kutch

Fauna

The area is well famous for Indian Wild Ass found in the Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary at Little Rann of Kutch. Indian Wild Ass or khur shares the land with other wild animal such as Indian wolf, desert cat,hedgehog,golden jackal, threatened blackbuck and the biggest antelope Nilgai. Wild animals in the wild Sanctuaries of Kutch district includes Indian boar,Striped Hyena, desert fox and the Caracal.
Caracal at Rann of Kutch
Caracal at Rann of Kutch


Avifauna

The Avifauna of Rann of Kutch has a wide variety from waterbirds like cranes, flamingos and pelicansto the desert birds great Indian bustards,Lesser Florican and Houbara Bustard. Great Rann of Kutch is the only place in India where flamingos come to breed along with Chari-Dhand Wetland Conservation Reserve. The great Rann is home to hundred of species of local and migratory birds along with spectacular birds of prey like majestic eagles, fascinating buzzards and elegant harriers with short eared owl.
Short Eared Owl @ Rannn of Kutch
Short Eared Owl @ Rannn of Kutch



Wildlife Sanctuaries

Rann of Kutch is home to many wildlife sanctuaries such as  Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary the largest wildlife Sanctuary in India, Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary, Kutch Bustard Sanctuary,Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary and Little desert of Kutch. These wildlife conservation area are home to several wild animals,birds and reptiles like species of lizards and snakes along with spiders and Desert Scorpions.
Great Indian Wild Ass in Rann of Kutch
Great Indian Wild Ass in Rann of Kutch

Banni Grasslands

The Banni Grasslands is protected reserves in the Salt marsh region of Rann of Kutch in Kutch District. Banni Grasslands is known as rich biodiversity and a long wildlife protected forest in India, the only remaining habitats for reintroduction of the Cheetah in India. The grasslands is home to Chinkara, Wild boar, Blackbuck and Indian hare and for Cheetahs hopefully in near future. Chari-Dhand Wetland Conservation Reserve is one of the marshy wetlands of the Banni grasslands and best place for water birds waterfowl, cranes and Painted Stork.
Banni Grasslands - Rann of Kutch
Banni Grasslands - Rann of Kutch

Chir Batti 

The world famous Chir Batti is light of ghost appear in the Banni grasslands of Rann of Kutch. Chir Batti appear at the junction of marshy wetland,salt flats and the desert near the Indian border. The ghost light occurrs on dark nights and colors of light keep changing to blue, red and yellow, Its one of the unexplained Natural Wonders Of India.
World Famous Chir Batti - Rann of Kutch
World Famous Chir Batti - Rann of Kutch

Kutch mahotsav

The famous Rann Utsav or Kutch mahotsav is the major cultural event held in November–December month in every year at Kutch District. The Carnival of Kutch is one of the mega and most colourful festivals of Gujarat and the part of “Khushboo Gujarat Ki”campaign. The cultural events,folk dance,traditional Gujarati dishes and handicrafts are the major attraction of this desert festival.
Kutch Mahotsav - Rann of Kutch
Kutch Mahotsav - Rann of Kutch




Monday, November 26, 2012

Magnificent Uniqueness of the heart of India - Madhya Pradesh

The magnificent uniqueness of the heart of India “Madhya Pradesh”. M. P. is a state lies at center of India,It was the biggest Indian state before 2000. It ranks among the most popular tourist attractions in India for its wonderful ancient Indian architecture. The Tribal state has many tourist attraction such as Khajuraho, Sanchi stupa,Upper lake, Bhimbeta and Pachmarhi. Apart from the above major attraction it also offers a wide range of flora and fauna,which includes the great cats, leopard, wild langur and other wild animals. The city of lakes Bhopal is the capital of the Madhya Pradesh and also counted as one of the greenest city in India. Indore ,Bhopal, Gwalior And Jabalpur are considered as the four metro cities of the state. Each city is famous for its unique culture and traditions, Indore is well famous for foods items.

Best Places to See in Madhya Pradesh:


Khajuraho: 

Most visited tourist destinations in Madhya Pradesh is Khajuraho,The Fascinating Temples of Love in India. Temples of Khajuraho are well famous in the world for its erotic Sculptures. Its sculptured temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, Among the temples of Khajuraho, The kandariya mahadeo temple is the largest and the grandest one, this is one of the most visited temple monuments in Madhya Pradesh.

Orchha: 

Orcha, one of the ancient city situated on the bank of river Betwa. This place is famous for Raja Ram Temple,Orchha Palace, Chhatris and various other historical monuments. The Bundelkhand region of India is one of the most beautiful and hidden wealth of Madhya Pradesh, apart from the photos of graceful monuments, one can also click the picture of beautiful woman carrying water pot on her head.

Sanchi Stupa: 

Sanchi is a small village in Raisen District. The Sanchi stupa in Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh built by Emperor Ashoka the Great in the third century BC. The Sanchi Stupa is one of the best preserved early stupas in central India, surrounded by a railing with four carved gateways facing all the four directions.

Bhimbetka: 

The Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka are situated in the foothills of the Vindhya mountain range,near Raisen bhopal. Bhimbetka have a number of interesting paintings which depict the lives and times of the people who lived in the caves. The Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka are a recognized world heritage site by UNESCO.

Bagh Caves: 

The Bagh Caves are a group of nine rock-cut monuments situated on Vindhyas range in Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh. These are the Buddhist caves and a great architecture of Indian rock-cut architecture.

Bhojpur: 

It is very famous for temple of lord Shiva, situated near to Bhopal. The temple has the largest Shiva lingam in India. Bhojpur also has an unfinished Jain temple.

Omkareshwar: 

Omkareshwar,is on an island called Mandhata or Shivapuri in the Narmada river,situated in Khandwa district. It is one of the 12 revered Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva.The sacred island, shaped like the holiest of all Hindu symbols “Om”. Omkareshwar is one of the sacred places in the state of Madhya Pradesh.

Ujjain: 

Ujjain, one of the oldest city in India situated on the bank of Holy river Shipra. Ujjain is famous for Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is situated on the side of the Rudra Sagar lake. Ujjain also host the biggest fair of India the Great “Kumbh mela“.

Scenic Beauty of Madhya Pradesh:


Mountain Ranges: 

The Beauty of Madhya Pradesh start from the Satpura mountain Ranges along with the scared river Narmada. The holy Narmada River, which runs east and west between the Vindhya and Satpura ranges is one of the biggest river in India. The hills and valleys of the Vindhyas mountain ranges in Madhya Pradesh are the most beautiful place to visit. Amarkantak is the meeting point of the Vindhyas and the Satpuras, with the Maikal Hills.

Hill Station: 

Pachmarhi,the only hill station in Madhya Pradesh,also known as “Satpura ki Rani” or The Queen of Satpura. Pachmarhi is famous for its peak Dhupgarh,dense forest,Pandav Caves, sunset point near Pachmarhi Lake and one of the most popular Bee waterfalls.

Rivers: 

The three of the great rivers of India, Narmada, Mahanadi and Son, are given birth into this hills. The Sacred River Narmada, which runs east and west between the Vindhya and Satpura ranges. Narmada River makes the most famous waterfall of the state, Duandhar Falls in Bhedaghat, Jabalpur. Sardar Sarovar dam is biggest dam build on the Narmada river and its water reservoir Indira Sagar Reservoir is the biggest water Reservoir in India. There are also a number of natural preserves, including Amarkantak, Bagh Caves and The Marble Rocks at Bhedghat.

Forest: 

The forests in Madhya Pradesh are much richer than others forest of India. Forest of Madhya Pradesh are full of teak,sal trees and mixed forests at Amarkantak. Bamboo-bearing areas are also widely distributed in the state. Satpura forest is the most dense forest in Madhya Pradesh,which is home for a wide range of flora and fauna. These forest are the natural habitat of the Roaring cats,Grazing Mammals, most stunningly and beautiful birds, unique & dangerous reptiles.

Wildlife: 

Madhya Pradesh is home of a variety of wildlife animals. It has 9 National Parks, including Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National Park and Satpura National Park. Bandhavgarh National Park is the most famous wildlife Sanctuary and habitat for large number of Royal Bengal Tiger. The wildlife sanctuaries of M.P has diverse variety of flora and fauna, besides the tiger its offers Birding in Kanha National Park.

The list of attraction in Madhya Pradesh are huge, some of the other major attractions in Madhya Pradesh are The Chausat Yogini temple in Jabalpur,Sharda Mata temple Maiher,Tulja Bhavani Dewas, Chitrakoot, “the hill of many wonders” Gwalior & Chanderi fort and the last great Rajwada in Indore. Madhya Pradesh is dominated by the tribal village population, so it also offers a tribal tour in India.

Friday, November 23, 2012

Incredible India' of the Northeast: 'Paradise Unexplored'

The 'Incredible !ndia' of the Northeast: 'Paradise Unexplored'

North East India is indeed a paradise unexplored and one of the best destination for nature lovers, trekkers and wildlife enthusiasts. North East India includes 7 contiguous states Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura, Hence also known as Seven Sister States of India. The North Eastern region also host one brother called Sikkim and some parts of Bengal as Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, and Koch Bihar. It is one of the most treasured and Eco-friendly area in India with vast natural resources and a cauldron of different people and cultures.

Loktake-Lake-Manipur
Loktake-Lake-Manipur

Culture

The unexplored paradise of India is well known for its distinct culture and traditional lifestyle. North east region offers a mixed culture of Hindu,Christianity,Muslim and Buddhism,Buddhist Cultural is occupies an important place and large number of ethnic groups as compare to other religions. Every tribal group of these states has its own unique tribal culture, tribal folk dance and food and crafts.
Culture of Arunachal pradesh
Culture-of-Arunachal

People: 

North-East Indian people offers a colorful reflection of their land and traditional lifestyle. The Mongoloid faced people of this region’s are very distinctive in characteristics of dress,customs and language. Major tribes of hills like Khasi, Garo and Jaintia are the people with very rich in culture and traditions and tribal people of valley’s have religious beliefs, music,dance and arts.
Assam-tribal-people
Assam-tribal-people

Lifestyle: 

Lifestyle of North Eastern Indian states are vary from one place to other, people of states are divided into tribes and sub-tribes. Hill region tribes live a simple lifestyle as they inhabit in  high mountains so hunting and fishing are the prime occupations. Agriculture and weaving are the two major occupations of the people, Tea farming in Assam is one of the main source of income along with traditional handicrafts. Tea gardens of Assam are world famous for the aroma and rich flavor and taste.
Assam-tea-gardens
Assam-tea-gardens

Cuisines: 

Cuisines of North East India offers dishes that reflect the culture and lifestyle of the region. Staple food and cuisine of the states are rice along with dry fish, spicy meat and lots of green vegetables. Chicken, Mutton, Duck, Pigeon are some most popular non-veg dishes from north east along with a variety of rice beer. The unique cuisine of seven states of the north east India are Jadoh,Momos, Aakhol Ghor, Tung-rymbai,and pickled bamboo shoots.
Food-of-Assam
Food-of-Assam

Festivals and Fairs: 

Fair and Festivals are the integral part of tribes along with traditional dance and folk music. There are numbers of festivals celebrated by various tribes of different states throughout the year. Festival season is the best time to know the culture and traditional costumes of a paradise unexplored called North East India. The major festivals of northeast India are Bihu,Brahmaputra Festival of Assam, Hornbill and Sekrenyi festival of Nagaland,Torgya Monastery Festival Arunachal Pradesh,Shillong Autumn Festival, Chapchar from Manipur,Ningol Chakouba Festival Manipur and Kharchi Puja from Tripura.
Bihu-Festival-Assam
Bihu-Festival-Assam

Music and Dance: 

These seven states are not only rich in terms of landscape,natural beauty and flora and fauna but also in Music and Dance. North east India not only offers a completely different world of traditional music and folk dance but also emerged as one of the prime industry of rock music. While Shillong is music capital of India and Guwahati is one of the major destination for live rock band performances. Music and dance festivals like Hornbill National Rock Contest and folk music and tribal dance festivals are organized across the states. Tribes of North East India use some musical instruments like Tamak folk drum,flute, khamb and lambang which are made of bamboo.
Folk-Dance-north-east-india
Folk-Dance-north-east-india

Art and Craft: 

North East India is well famous for its unique culture, handicrafts, scenic beauty and martial arts. People of these state’s got great skills in art,weaving, The sister states got a rich variety and skill on making of wood-carving, Cane Crafts,jewellery and bamboo stick work. Arts and Craft culture is one of the very old tradition along with the making of musical instruments,Carpet and silk weaving. Every tribe excels in craftsmanship and offer a wide variety of traditional crafts and arts.
Arts-Craft-NorthEast
Arts-Craft-NorthEast


Mountains and Hills: 

The Northeast region Physical geography falls in the category of Eastern Himalayas ranges and Patkai-Naga Hills along with mighty Brahmaputra Barak river systems and Valley Plains. The valley of Meghalaya is surrounded by Garo, Khasi and Jaintia Hills from all sides and home to some of the largest waterfalls in India. The route of mountains and hill of north east is best for Mountaineering and adventures sports like hiking,mountain climbing and trekking. Magnificent hill stations of north east India are one of the major tourist destinations.
Khasi-Hills-Meghalaya
Khasi-Hills-Meghalaya

Natural Beauty: 

The seven sister states are a slice of paradise on earth,this place is blessed with natural beauty and colorful flora and fauna. The picturesque location of meandering water bodies, astonishing waterfalls, lush green forest and Blue Mountains ranges along with pleasant weather offers a beautiful view of in the country. Brahmaputra river area is covered with mountain peak,lush evergreen forests and grasslands, which provide a picturesque view of the amazing Brahmaputra Green Valleys. North Eastern region offers one of the most beautiful Eco-Tourism destination in India.
Waterfall-in-Mizoram
Waterfall-in-Mizoram

Water Bodies: 

The region is known for highest annual rainfall is India and Mawsynram and Cherrapunji are the two wettest place on earth with an annual rainfall of 11872 millimeters. North East India’s river systems,lakes and ponds are the life line of people and one the main source of income. Brahmaputra one of the biggest river in India flows through the North east region and its numerous tributaries flowing through the different states. Wettest area is home to big waterfalls and beautiful lakes such as Tsomgo Lake, the frozen lake of India, Chandubi Lake,Umiam Lake,Kamalasagarand Loktak lake, the largest fresh water lake in India. Waterfalls includes Langshiang,Nohkalikai,Nohsngithiang and Vantawng,Langshiang is one of the highest waterfalls in India.
Tsomgo-Lake-Gangtok
Tsomgo-Lake-Gangtok

Deep Forest: 

The dense semi-evergreen forest reserves of North East India are inhabited by many tribes as well as by wild species of animals. There are 51 types of forest found in this region classified into six major types- tropical moist deciduous forests, tropical semi evergreen forests, tropical wet evergreen forests, subtropical forests, temperate forests and alpine forests. The mountain terrain and slopes of region is covered by natural forest vegetation like Zizypphus jujuba,Bombax ceiba, Sterculia villosa, Dalbergia sisoo,and other non-aquatic grassland species.The grasslands and rain forests of regions supports diverse flora and fauna and several crop species.
Forest-North-East-India
Forest-North-East-India

Wildlife: 

The least explored region host one of the highly diversified wildlife area in the country and offers a wide varieties of flora and fauna. The dense forest of region is home to some of the most beautiful but endangered and rare species of wild animals and birds. 13 major national parks and 30 wildlife sanctuaries are the treasure and heritage of the states. These Biodivers wild parks are provide shelter to rare species as many as 55 mammals, 50 reptiles, 380 birds and amphibians. Also home to Great Indian hornbill,Great Indian One-horned Rhinoceros,Indian elephant, red panda, Indian civet,Indian flying squirrel, and big feline species such as Clouded Leopard, Snow Leopard, Royal Bengal Tiger, Indian leopard and Lesser cats.
Wildlife-NorthEast
Wildlife-NorthEast

Tribal Tour: 

These seven states offers a unique experience to known tribal culture and ethnic diversities of tribal world in India. The North-east India is home to 220 ethnic groups and equal number of dialects makes it a hugely diverse region of the country. Every tribes of each states have its own culture, languages, dress, custom and tradition and festivals to celebrate. The hill station is predominantly inhabited by tribal people, few major tribes are Bishnupriya Manipuri,Tripuri,Adivasi,Assamese, Bhutia, Bodo, Garo, Khasi, Mizo, Naga,Tamang and Tripuri. 
naga-tribal dance
naga-tribal dance




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Thursday, November 22, 2012

Great Thar Desert India

The Geat Thar Desert - Rajasthan, INDIA


The Great Indian Desert Thar lies mostly in the Royal Rajasthan states of India, and extended into the some portion of Haryana,  punjab and Rann of Kutch in Gujrat. Thar desert covers eastern Sindh province and some area of Pakistan Punjab as well. The maximum area is covered in Rajasthan, India and total covers area is 208,110 km. It is said to be “The Great Indian Desert” is extending towards UP and MP as well. A camel safari into the Thar desert is an experience not to be missed for tourist. Best time to visit The Great Indian Desert is between Oct to March. The Desert National Park, Jaisalmer  has a collection of fossils of animals and plants of 180 million years old. Some fossils of Dinosaurs of 6 million years old have also been found in the area


Camel Resting inn Fierce Sun - Thar Desert

The Camel also known as “Ship of the desert” is the best way to explorer The Great Indian Desert. Evening of the state of maharajas, Rajasthan is most beautiful with awesome scenic view.

Some wildlife species,which are about to extinct in other parts of India, are found here in large numbers,such as the Great Indian Bustard, the Blackbuck and the “Indian wild Ass”. The Desert National Park, Jaisalmer, spread over an area of 3162 km. It is an excellent example of the ecosystem  of the Great Thar Desert.

Thar Desert Bird - Great Indian Bustard


The three most important things to survive into the Thar desert are prosopis cineraria tree a goat and a camel. With these three things together any one can sustain under the most trying condition, another species of tree is rohida that found in Thar Desert.

Camel eating on Babool Tree in Great Thar Desert

The people of Thar have a great passion for music and poetry. people get together to play soft music and dance. This event continues to till late nights.Thar peoples travel miles of distance to get one potter of water. Woman’s of Thar Desert love to wear beautiful jewelry.


Tribal woman and Kids from Thar Desert

Rajasthan desert festival is held once a year during winters. Camels play a very important role in the desert life as well as in the Desert Festival. Rajasthan folk and rich culture can be seen in this festival.


Tribal Rajasthani Man resting with Camel in Thar Desert - Jaiselmer