Vajrai Waterfall – It Is An Ideal Destination For All And To Get Also The Tasty Maharastra Foods

VAJRAI WATERFALL

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Vajrai waterfall is located just 27 kilometres from Satara.  This waterfall is the tallest waterfall of India.The waterfall is situated in district of Satara in western Maharashtra. It is about 5 km away from Kas Flower Valley.

The lush green mountains and the flowers in nearby flower valley please your senses. The pleasant weather actually relaxes you like anything. But the star attraction of this place is tranquility The place is simply deserted and there are no hawkers, unwanted guides and cameramen to disturb you.

The water of the Urmodi River comes down from the height of 1840 feet. It is the origin of Urmodi River. According to legend, Shree Saint Ramdas Swami has climbed this mountain in three steps therefore Water falls down at this waterfall in three steps.

Thousands of people from all over Maharashtra come here to visit this waterfall. The waterfall flows during entire year. You may experience the heavy rain fall during monsoon season at Vajrai waterfall. This is the place with full of natural beauty with great climate.

It is a perfect weekend destination for all age groups. Just come here, enjoy the greenery, have a delicious Maharashtrian food in the silky grain farms and most importantly forget everything in the tranquility of this place. While you go back to your places you will carry a hell lot of energy and enthusiasm with you.

Vajrai is the devotional place for Bhambavli villagers. Due to this waterfall Bhambavli village has become very special. There are so many picnic spot around the waterfall like Tapola boating place, Kas flower valley. This is reason that the tourist attracts not just from India, but from all over the world.

Nearby other places to visit:

KAS FLOWER VALLEY in the month of July to October.

Bamnoli & Tapole – for boating.

Sajjangadh Fort – Samadhi of Saint Ramdas.

Thoseghar Waterfall.

Chalkewadi for Windmills,.

Mahabaalleshwar – Hill Station

Pachgani – Hill Station

Wai – Ganpati

Gondavale – Samadhi of Saint Gondvalekar Maharaj.

Koyna-Chandoli Tiger Sanctuary

Precautions to be taken by Tourists while visiting  Bhambavli Vajrai Waterfall.

Visit only between 8.00 am to 5.00 pm every day.

Avoid visiting this place in heavy rains

Prohibited to eat non-veg one km nearby the waterfall

This is plastic free zone; don’t throw plastic bags, water bottles etc.

Prohibited consumption of Alcohol

Swimming is also prohibited (Ponds are quite deep)

The place is far from developmental activities. Hence you will not find any hotels in this area. You will have to stay in hotels at Satara. You may prefer to stay at village Bhambavli in their traditional homes; this stay will give you a chance to live a rural life. You will see how these people live and earn their bread and butter. The quality of food at these homes will also be delicious that you cannot resist it. Fresh vegetables, fruits will enhance your spirits. And all this is available at nominal cost.

By Air

Pune is the nearest Airport from Vajrai (137 km)

By Train

Nearest railway station is at Satara (27 km)

By Road

There is regular bus service from Satara to Vajrai & Satara is connected to Mumbai, Pune & Kolhapur by national highway.

Lord Shiva Temples That Are Dedicated Five Elements - Fire,Earth, Sky,Water, Air

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Lord Shiva and Shakti representing the equally balanced opposing energies of the Divine, dance their cosmic Ananda Tandava leading to the creation of the Pancha Maha Bhutas and the entire manifest universe. Each of the elements is introduced through different rhythms and Ragas with its respective Mandala.

Pritvi – Earth – Kanchipuram

The scene opens with a depiction of the four petals of the Mooladhara chakra opening in synchrony with the sound of the Bhija Mantra Lang. The slow and graceful movements of the dancers combined with the notes of Raga Revathy and the Chathusra Jaathi rhythm create a stable and steady ambience of the Earth element that is related to Kanchipuram and Thiruvaroor in South India. The story of goddess Kamakshi worshiping Lord Shiva at Kanchipuram by creating a lingam out of the mud (Pritvi Lingam) under the great mango tree that has four branches with each having fruit of different taste as well as the celestial marriage of Goddess Kamakshi with Lord Shiva is depicted in this scene. Sowing seeds on earth gives us great joy as the trees grow, flower and finally yield the fruits of our labor. The nurturing nature of mother earth is depicted by the folk dances who praise the earth and depict growth in the plant kingdom. They also show the joy of harvesting grains that have been carefully cultivated on the fertile earth. Yet, the earth also has a dangerous side and the earthquakes that threaten the very existence of humankind are a standing testimony of the violence that occurs when man misuses nature. Only the prayer to the divine can save us in the time of such catastrophe.

Apas - Water- Thiruaanaikka 

Apas,the water element has great fluidity and is related to the story of Goddess Pravathi creating a lingam out of water (Appulingam) at Thiruaanaikka after she had been banished to earth by Lord Shiva for mocking his Yoga Sadhana. Legend has it that a great herd of elephants lived at Thiruaanaika and that the lingam was worshipped by an elephant that used to offer water from the Cauvery river (Amritalingam) as well as flowers and fruits from the Jambu tree (Jambulingam). The introductory depiction of the six petals of the Swadhisthana Chakra opening in synchrony with the sound of the Bhija Mantra Vang and the graceful movements of the dancers to the notes of Raga Amruthavarshini in the Thisra Nadai enable us to enjoy the flow of the water element. Water may be a spring, a stream, a river or even the mighty ocean and the movement of the tides with the phase of the moon is also shown. A turbulent storm can frighten even the sturdiest sailor and the fury of nature in the form of a hailstorm and flood is depicted using the Thanam music. Modern man has cut down rain forests and ended up with parched riverbeds. A village elder is seen advising the community to prevent the drying up of life by cultivating and maintaining the great forests to attract rainfall for the benefit of humankind.

Tejas - Fire – Thiruvannamalai

Fire is the element related to the third Chakra, Manipura and the red triangle that symbolizes creativity and energy is the Mandala of this Chakra and this has a correlation with Bharatanatyam where the basic shape of the body used is that of the triangle. The ten petals of this Chakra are depicted opening to great energy that is there in the Bhija Mantra Rung associated with this Chakra. The dancers depict the motivating force of geothermal energy with energetic movements set to the Raga Aaberi and Kanda Nadai while the story of Brahma and Vishnu trying to find the origin and end of Lord Shiva who manifested as a column of fire at Thiruvannamalai is depicted. A graceful folk dance using earthen lamps is used to illustrate the grand festival of Karthigai Deepam that is celebrated by lakhs of devotees at Thiruvannamalai every year in November-December.

Vayu - Air- Kala Hasti

Twelve petals of the Anahatha Chakra open with the Bhija Mantra Yang as the graceful, caressing movement of air is depicted by dancers in the Raga Mohanam and Misra Nadai set to the music of a flute. Their movements bring out the spirit of being young at heart that is the quality of this Chakra. The fast paced movements with several dramatic rotations also bring out the spirit of the whirlwind that can sweep us off our feet. The Divine is present as Prana in the very air we breathe and the wonderful drops of rain from the laden dark clouds. The shape of the Chakra, a six sided hexagon formed by two interlaced triangles is artistically depicted by the dancers in this item through intricate teamwork. Lord Shiva blessed the tribal Kannappa Nayanmar at the Sri Kala Hasti Stalam that is known as the Southern Kailash after the great devotee had proved his exemplary Bhakti by gifting his very eyes to Lord Shiva. Village folk sing and dance praising the benefits of pure air and the need of keeping it pollution free in order to keep the God of Death far away.

Akasha- Space –Chidambaram 

Space that element of Nature with neither beginning nor end is awesome in nature and 16 petals of the Vishudda Chakra open to the Bhija sound Hung. The dancers using the complicated Sangeerana Nadai rhythm in the lilting Raga of Hamsanandi create a feeling of ether and space. The Chit or consciousness is the embodiment of space and the temple of consciousness is Chidambaram, the temple of the mind. By singing the praises of Lord Shiva we rid ourself of all fears. The compassionate Lord of Thillai even moved his Vahana Nandi upon the request of his great devotee Nandanar. The universe is nothing but vibration and this is visualized through the dance of Lord Shiva that is witnessed by all planets. Shiva wears the tiger skin and has cobras as his ornaments. He wears the crescent moon in his locks and dances with the fire and deer in his hands. He tears up the rouge elephant as well as controls the adamant ego principle that is manifested as the Muyalagan under his dancing feet.

Nagore Dargah – Pilgrims Believe That All Aliments Cures From The Blessings Of Mian Sahib

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The Nagore Dargah of Meeran Sahib Abdul Qadir Shahul Hamid Badshah is a spiritual and scared shrine in South India . It is one of the biggest popular pilgrimage centers for Muslims in Tamil Nadu. It can be reached through a short drive from Nagapattinam, Nagore seems to be a busy pilgrimage, with bus-loads of tourists arriving from all over the state. The features of this famous Dargah include beautiful domed arches and lovely minarets.

The Dargah is also visited by Hindus and is a fine example of the harmonious co-existence of Hindu – Muslim communities. Nagore Dargah is an important and revered pilgrimage place in Nagore. This Muslim shrine is dedicated to Meeran Sahib Abdul Qadir Shahul Hamid Badshah.

This dargah attracts thousands of devotees all through the year Tamil Nadu adventure tours. The structure of the Dargah is attractive with domed arches and lovely minarets. The largest tower has a height of 131 ft and is known as ‘Periya Minara’. There are five minarets and a water tank known as Peer Kulam. It is believed that the water in this tank has curative powers.

It is established in an area of 5 acres with four impressive entrances on all four directions. The 131 ft tall Minaret called ‘Periya Minara’ was built by the Thanjavur King Pratap Sing in the 18TH Century, about 200 years after Meeran Sahib passed away.

It is believed that a carpenter who was cured of his disease by the miracle of Mian Sahib, presented him a pair of sandals made from finest wood. The same was used by Mian Sahib and it is said to be kept in a Golden Box next to the tomb. Kanduri festival is a 14-day event that is celebrated as the annual urs(anniversary).

The Dargah is Famous because of Hazrath  SYED SHAHUL HAMEED QADIRI ( QADIRI ) QADIR WALIHazrath  SYED SHAHUL HAMEED QADIRI ( QADIRI ) QADIR WALI is direct 22nd  Decentant of Halarath Syedina Shah Ahmed Mujthaba Muhammad Mustafa (Sallalahu Alaihi wassalam) And 9th Direct Decentant from Halarath Syed Mohideen Shaik Abdul kaadhir Jeelani bagdhahi Raliyallahu thaalanahu.

Mian sahib was born in Manikpur of Ayodyapuri and at the age of 5 he was qualified as Hafiz al Quran. He was a great scholar in Arabic and Persian. He went to Gwalior at the age of 18, to be the disciple of Syed Mohammed Houdu Sathari, a Preacher and Social Reformer.

Mian Sahib took over the service and followed the foot steps of his Teacher and taught many youngsters about Islam and took them to the Ajmer Dargah and then to Meeca and Medina and performed Hajj. On his return, he began his Islamic Tabligh and he reached Kayalpattinam of the then Thanjavur Kingom via Ponnali Harbour of Malabar Coast.

King Achuthappa Nayakar of Thanjavur, had donated 5 acres of land on which the Dargah Shrine is located, as a gesture for curing the disease the Kings was suffering from.Vanjur Shrine is located 2 Kms from the Dargah where Mian Sahib meditated for nearly 40 days in an underground cave.

One Km from the main campus is the Silladi Shrine over looking Bay of Bengal. Thousands of Pilgrims throng this Dargah every day with the belief that Mian Sahib still blesses and cures all ailments including the Mental illness.

By Air

The nearest airport is at Trichy situated in Tamilnadu at a distance of 150-km from Nagore.

By Train

The nearest railway station is at Nagapattinam, at a distance of 4-km from the Dargah.

By Bus

There are regular buses to Nagore from Nagapattinam (4-km), Karaikal (12-km), Thanjavur (78-km), Chennai (90-km) and other neighbouring cities and towns. Nagore Dargah is a Awesome Place For Vacations.

Goa Tourism Introduced Cashless Transactions Several Months Ago

Cashless Transactions

• GTDC is Goa's first Government organization to adopt 100% cashless transactions
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• Initiatives taken more than a year ago by GTDC to go cashless
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• Introduction of e-commerce portal and mobile app gives boost to cashless transactions

GTDC sees encouraging response from tourists using online and off-line systems for cashless payments like POS machines, wire transfers etc

Panjim, Nov 30: Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), a premiere tourism board in India which has been the forerunner for many new tourism initiatives, products and services, is today at the forefront of Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi’s ‘cashless India’ mission.

Following 31, 2016, Goa Tourism Development Corporation has already taken the lead bringing all tourism business’ under the ambit of cashless transactions.

Whether hotel reservations, package tours, cruise rides or any other tourism service, GTDC has introduced systems that have facilitated cashless transactions, both on-line and off-line.

Cashless facility is made possible by GTDC through online web portal, booking of services and products through mobile app available on iOS and android platform at GTDC residencies and restaurants through point-of-sale (POS) machines thus enabling a 360 degree approach to the new cashless system.

The GTDC is also working to introduce pay wallets and talks are underway with leading pay wallet providers so that pay wallets can be accepted as another mode of cashless payments.

The Santa Monica Jetty also offers payments through credit cards and debit cards.

To further this process, the launch of the new e-commerce portal and mobile app in February this year has provided a full proof platform for e-business and cashless transactions also bringing other tourism stakeholders into the cashless circuit.

Official records from the GTDC reveal that cashless transactions to the tune of Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 3 lakh are executed daily for various services provided by the GTDC which is in addition to cashless transactions recorded on GTDC’s e-commerce portal and mobile app.

Mr. Gavin Dias, General Manager (Hotels)- GTDC said, “All GTDC residencies are provided with point-of-sale (POS) machines to facilitate cashless payments and most tourists prefer to use this facility. It is encouraging to see tourists opting for cashless transactions.” Mr. Dias added that in the months to come GTDC’s cashless systems will be an exemplary one for other departments to emulate.

Mr. Dias pointed out that in addition to cashless business for GTDC’s hotel accommodation, GTDC through the e-commerce portal has direct tie ups with more than 160 hotels and also has tie ups with channel managers like Staah and Maximojo for tourists to book accommodation using cashless modes of transactions.

He further added that cashless transactions has already become very popular and an easy way out for both tourists and tourism stakeholders.

Goa attracts more than 5 million tourists annually and Goa Tourism and GTDC is eventually looking at bringing in every tourism stakeholder whether tourist taxis, souvenir shops, guest houses, restaurants etc under cashless business.

Mr. Nilesh Cabral, Chairman of Goa Tourism Development Corporation said, “Goa Tourism Development Corporation moves ahead of time and we have one more feather to our cap. I am extremely pleased that GTDC introduced cashless transactions several months ago. Today the world has already logged in to cashless processes and India would have eventually introduced the same. GTDC has succeeded in professionalizing the services through cashless systems and we are fully geared to deal with it post 31st December 2016.”

Experience The Cool Climate At Mandovi River In Cruise

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The Santa Monica takes you on a leisurely cruise along the Mandovi River. While the boat sails down the river, local boys and girls perform folk dances and sing mandos. Their performance is followed up a live band. The Santa Monica then takes you past the Panjim riverfront to Miramar to witness a spectacular sunset.

This cruise is generally included in the North Goa Tours arranged by the GTDC. This is an hour long cruise on the Santa Monica which takes guests out on a leisurely sail down the River Mandovi from the Santa Monica jetty in Panaji. While the vessel sails serenly down the river past the beautiful Adil Shah Palace that was once the first building in Panjim City.

This was the summer palace of the Sultan which was then used by the Viceroy of Portugal and finally by the government of Goa as its Secretariat. Now that a new Secretariat is in use on Porvorim Hill across the river Mandovi, the Adil Shah Palace wil be turned into a cultural centre with art galleries and concert halls, etc.

While you sail down the river local boys and girls treat you to some Goa's best known folk dances, the dekhni and the fugdi. They sing mandos and finally give over centrestage to live musicians or a DJ and the guest can then sing and dance and generally make merry. This cruise is a huge success with people of all ages, men, women and children.

The Santa Monica then takes you past the Panjim riverfront past the jetty and old colonial buildings on past the Promenade with its lovely tree lined avenues past Miramar where you sit and watch one of Goa's spectacular sunsets.

You can see the spread of the Mormugao Port and the mass of the Aguada Fort and as the shadows lengthen you find yourself transported back in history to the time when all visitors who landed on these shores loved Goa so much they wanted to possess her.

The Santa Monica then turns around and sails back to her jetty along the silent Mandovi, past the pretty cottages of Betim.

TARIFF

Dep: 6.00 pm onwards( 1 hr duration) upto 7.30 p.m. (Queue system)
Rs 300/- per head

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