ADISHWARA TEMPLE

ADISHWARA TEMPLE

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BHAVNAGAR

Adishwara temple is one of the great Jain Temples situated in city of Palitana in Bhavnagar district of the Gujarat State. It is dazzling temple with excellent architecture, situated on shetrunjaya hill, which is about six kilometer near the Palitana city.

This Adishwar Temple took 65 years for the construction and is the largest Jain temples. Temple has three storeys, 80 domes, and 29 halls.

 Visitors get surprise by seeing the pavilions of the temple which are supported by 1444 pillars. The innermost part of the temple is adorned with a four faced image of Lord Adinath or Rishabhdev.

.  It is very complex and is considered to be one of the five most important holy shrines of Jains, in India.

Devotees visiting the famous Adishwara Temple in palitana desire to climb to the mountain top at least once in their lifetime, because of the holiness associated with the temple.

 The journey is exhausting. The walk up the stone stairways comprising of around 4000 steps takes about an hour and a half. Dolis are available those who prefer to avoid the steps.

Dolis are held by two men at both ends of a stick in the middle of which are a base to sit on. Food is avoided or carried on the way. The journey must begin prior to the sunset as no one can stay stop during the night.

Adishwara temple, palitana has many beliefs associated to the temple monuments. One such belief states that if you manage to squeeze yourself through an exceptionally small opening in a particular room, you are regarded to be a person without any sins.

 Before setting your foot down to leave, don’t miss out to pamper your taste buds with masala dahi.Climbing up the hill of the palitana adishwara temple successfully and returning with the blessings of Lord Aadeshwar is believed to be a great reverence and a matter of pride.

 It is seen that at various stretches while getting down many people wash the feet of the devotees and apply a tilak on their head. And some others give out sweets to all. It is believed that by doing this deed they mean to suggest and indicate that please make us a part of the good deed you have done by worshipping the holy temple.

   

   By Air

Bhavnagar to Palitana - the nearest airport lies at a distance of 51 kilometer. But the most convenient airport is Ahmedabad to Palitana as it is connected through regular flights to many important cities of the country like Mumbai and Delhi.

By Rail

Palitana is a small railway station and has connection only with Bhavnagar. Most of the trains stop at Sihor, which is connected to Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar. And also connects Palitana to Mumbai and other Indian cities.

 By Road

There are hourly buses for Bhavnagar to Palitana. Regular buses are also available for Ahmedabad, Talaja, Una, and Diu. The total journey time to Una or Diu is around 6 hours as the roads are not in a good condition. Taxis are also available on hire for Palitana from Bhavnagar.

PAHALGAM

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PAHALGAM

Pahalgam is a town in anantnag district of jammu & Kashmir state of India.  It is located at an altitude of 2130 m above sea level amidst the great Himalayan range.

Pahalgam is known as ‘Valley of Shepherds’, and it is a famous hill station in Jammu and Kashmir where many films have been shot. Standing at the confluence of Lidder river and the Sheshnag lake.

Pahalgam is surrounded by thickly wooded pine forests, breathtaking vistas of meadows and the snow-clad Himalayan mountains.

Pahalgam is also a treat for adventure junkies and is the starting point for several treks. However, the highlight of the activities available for tourists is the white water rafting facility winding down the Lidder River through the forests and down the rapids.

Pahalgam is not a mere hill-station. It is a recreation resort. It is like going into the lap of nature to do many things. Pahalgam is not a new place. Its been very popular. People from all over india, and a lot of foreigners-especially trekkers, would really like to go there.

You want to have a romantic trip with your beloved, want to get together with you family, and have what they call a 'quality' family time.

you want to do those little interesting things with the family and kids, like take a pony ride, just picnic next to a beatiful river, just lie down under the sun next to your 'hut' with fresh breeze blowing, and read a book, or have a game of cards.

Go to a cosy market and have a cup of coffee, or eat normal not-cooked-at-home food, or shop some of the exquisite of Kashmiri handicraft.

By Air

Srinagar airport is the closest domestic airport to Pahalgam which is approximately 95 kilometres away. The Srinagar airport is well-connected to other major cities like New Delhi, Jammu, Leh, Mumbai and Chandigarh.

By Train

There are no train stations in Pahalgam. The nearest railhead is Jammu Tawi, which is at a distance of 157 kilometres and is well-linked with most of the Indian cities. From here, you would need a vehicle which can drive you to Pahalgam via Srinagar.

By Bus

Pahalgam is well-connected with neighbouring cities of Srinagar and Jammu. Regular bus services are available from Srinagar and Anantnag. You can choose from the routine state-run buses or a special luxurious coach by any private vendor.

MAHABALESHWAR

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MAHABALESHWAR

Mahabaleshwar is the queen of all hill stations in Maharashtra, India. Its height is 4500 feet above sea level. It is city and located in Satara district of Maharastra state of India.

The city of Mahabaleshwar is a pinnacle of greenery, boasting one of the only evergreen forests in the world. The landscape abounds with lush hills, valleys and lookout points such as Lodwick Point, Arthur's Seat and Babington Point, all of which offer spectacular views. 

Trot along on horseback for a delightful four-legged tour of the gorgeous Venna Lake area, and savour juicy native strawberries, mulberries and corn.

An evergreen vast plateau with long beautiful roads, horse rides & foot paths along forest. Honey & chikki, channas, waling sticks. Fruits like strawberries, raspberries , goose berries & muberries. Vegetables like red potatoes, french beans, beets, salad, carrots, raddishes. Boating in Venna lake.

Wilson Point is called as Sunrise point. The highest point. 4710 ft above sea level. It is a vast plateau. There are three masonary round platforms to see the sunrise. You are advised to see sunrise from platform no:2. You can see sunset also from this point.

Connaught peak is the second highest point. Presents panoramic view of a green carpet. You can see sunrise as well as sunset from this point.

Elphiston point is the first point of M'war/ Overlooking two valleys, koyna on the left & savitri on the right. Marjorie Point Shoes several ranges of the Sahyadri range.

Arthur’s seat is more facinating to know that Arthur's seat is the only place showing geographical distinction of kokan & Desh (Deccan), two territories of Mahabaleshwar, so clear & so near. If you go by the steps you come across a spring known as Tiger's spring which is supposed to be the source of the river Savtri.

Baghdad Point is a very beautiful point. It goes past village Moleshware on the way. You see a superb scenic view of the back waters of koyna dam on your left, river solshi in front of you with tiny villages as if sqatting on river banks & vast green slopes of M'war plateau on your right.

Below it the Artists Point also called as lovers point by some nature lover, presents beautiful koyana & valley below you.

Chinamans, Lingmala & Dhobi waterfalls, flow in abundance only during the rainy season. Bee keeping centre is educational displays on the manufacture of honey by bees. So many beautiful places to see around mahabaleshwar.

By Air

Mahabaleshwar doesn’t have an airport in the town itself. The nearest airport is in Pune, which is about 120 kilometres away. You can take a taxi or a bus from here to Mahabaleshwar.

By Train

There are plenty of trains going to Pune from Mumbai as well as other major cities across India and you can take a bus or a taxi from Pune to Mahabaleshwar.

By Bus

There are several buses plying between Mumbai and Mahabaleshwar, which is a distance of about 247 kilometres. You will find both state transport as well as private buses from Mumbai and Pune. If you are going from Mumbai, you can catch the bus from Dadar East, Sion or Vashi. The ride will take you roughly six hours.

BACKWATER TOUR

BACKWATER TOUR

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ALLEPPEY

The architectural splendor and the modern outlook of this capital city make Alleppey the dream destination for tourists. Alleppey the backwater destination of Kerala is famous for its beautiful backwaters houseboat cruises and seafood.

 If you are looking for an idyllic retreat amidst the emerald green waters, palm fringed shores and lush acres of greenery then Kerala Backwaters is the ideal destination for you.

Alleppey is the place where you can spend your leisure hours amidst emerald green waters and coconut groves. Popularly known as the Venice of the East, Alleppey is the place where tourists can taste the true flavors of Kerala's rustic life.

 Boat races or houseboat cruises everything is quite unique about Alleppey. Tourists however visit Alleppey during the annual boat race.

Alleppey(Alappuzha) has a large network of canals and one of the major centres for backwater boat trips. This palace where narrow canals, rivers, lakes lagoons and land meet are aptly called “Alleppey backwaters”.

 In this wonderful land lush green paddy fields, coconut plantation, topicana and banana, mango are cultivated four to six feet below the sea level. Life here cannot be though without a canoe or boats. It is the land of fishermen and women.It distinguishes itself with prawns, mussels, pearl spot fish and other fishes.

 In order to be one with Vembanad Lake which is the biggest freshwater lake in Kerala a backwater cruise on the lakes and rivers take you along canals past scenic islands offering sublime views of coconut and paddy fields, fishing nets, toddy tapers at work, flocks of ducks swimming aroung the banks and tiny birds flying across the sky and typical Kerala village houses to experience an extra ordinary trip through the backwaters and take sweet memories of Kerala back.

The choice of menu is handed over the guests who can decide which kind of typical Kerala food with different tastes are to be served on board for breakfast, lunch and dinner. All these facilities enables the guest to feel at home away from home.

By Air

Cochin international airport,situated about 86 km, away, handles both domestic and international flights, jet airways, Indian airlines and kingfisher operate daily filghts to kochi from various destinations in India and abroad. One can fly to Singapore, middle east and Malaysia and to most major Indian cities.

cochin airport runs the cochin airport taxi society, pre-paid taxi service, which can be hired to reach alappuzha.

By Train

The alappuzha railway station located about 4km away, falls on the coastal rail route between Ernakulam and kavamkulam, alappuzha is connected to cities like Trivandrum, Kochi, Chennai, Mumbai, Bengalore, mangalore.

By Bus

National highway 47 passes through Alappuzha connecting it to cities like Ernakulam,Thrissur, kollam,and Trivandrum. Alappuzha can be reached by bus from cities like Kochi. Trivandrum, Kozhikode,Chennai,bengalore, mysore and Coimbatore.

JAMA MASJID

JAMA MASJID

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DELHI

The Jama Masjid, the Friday congregational mosque, in Delhi is the largest and glorious mosque in India. The Jama Masjid was designed as the main mosque of Shahjahan. It stands on one of the two hills, Bho Jhala in the Mughal capital, Shahjahanabad.

The last architectural venture of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid holds the reputation of being the biggest mosque in India. Located in Delhi, besides the famous Red Fort Jama Masjid derives its name from the word 'Jummah', which refers to the ritualistic congregational prayer that Muslims observe every Friday.

Jama Masjid is located on a mound in the heart of the old city and projects beautifully into the Old-Delhi skyline. Jama Masjid Mosque was built in red sandstone and marble by more than 5000 artisans.

The main entrance is on the eastern side facing the red fort. It was probably used by the emperors. The tower of the Jama Masjid is made up of five distinctive storeys. Each one of the storeys has a projecting balcony. The adjoining edifices are beautifully done with calligraphy.

The main prayer hall of the Jama Masjid is made up of high cusped arches and marble domes. The cabinet in the north gate of the Jama Masjid contains a collection of Muhammad's relics - the Koran written on deerskin, a red beard-hair of the prophet, his sandals and his footprints, implanted in a marble block.

Jama Masjid is a visual treat for the eyes. The main tower of the mosque has five distinct storeys, two minarets, and four foundation pillars carved with complex designs.

All days of the week

7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:30 PM - 6:30 PM

By Air

 Indira Gandhi International Airport is located 23 km southwest to Central Delhi and the domestic terminal is located in Palam, which is 5 km away from the international terminal. Once you arrive at the airport, you can hire cabs or avail the tourist buses to reach Jama Masjid.

By Train

 Delhi is the main center of the Indian Railways network. The capital has two major railway stations - New Delhi and Old Delhi. New Delhi station is at a walking distance from Connaught Place whereas Old Delhi station is about 7 km away from Connaught Place.

By Road

 There are buses available from Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. One can also avail the private taxis to reach Delhi.