Friday, July 18, 2008

Monsoon- A Panoramic Season to India Travel

It’s the time to wash away all your traumas of hectic life schedule and enjoy the droplets of Monsoon. Monsoon, a season of rain, rainbows and dancing peacocks, is always a welcoming change in India after a lengthy hot and dry summer. Monsoon Tourism is gaining prominence day by day, as it can be considered as the ultimate time to relax and tranquil. June to September is the prime rainy season when only you can make a calm travel to some of the most preferable places of the state. Monsoon makes the streets washed and offers a majestic glittering to the leaves. Getting wet, spraying, swimming or wading in knee deep waters, sailing paper boats are some exiting activities to indulge in this season.

Ladakh and Leh, the valley of flowers, Goa, Ayurvedic Resorts & Hospitals and Periyar National park in Kerala are several mesmerizing places to unfurl in your rainy holiday. The incredible beauty of these places during the monsoon trip in India is really a laudable experience in one’s life. There is some stunning panorama of Goa during the season as fishing that comes along with the vibrant monsoon festivals. Every year millions of travelers turned their way to The Valley of Flowers in the period between July to August, when the flowers are in full bloom after the first rain. So pack your bags and select the desired destination and start feel the music of raindrops in your heart.

Friday, July 4, 2008

AERO INDIA - Asia's Premier Air Show

Aero India Show Bangalore
Aero India- Asia’s Premier Air Show is a splendid opportunity to observe, practice and promote the latest products, services and technologies of the aviation industry to the global specialized audiences. This Air show comprises of displays and exhibitions of military and civil aircrafts of principal producers, merchants and dealers. It’s a mere platform for building alliances and distributing knowledge or networking with the aviation industries of all over the world. Aero India show was first organized at Yelahanka in the garden city-Bangalore, in 1996 by the defence ministry.

The Aero India Show-the largest exhibitions of aircrafts and other aerospace products in India, detained after every two years. It is the prime Air Show of South Asia successful in luring visitors and a good number of participants and buyers from every nook and corner of the universe. The 4th edition in 2003 has witnessed a participation of nearly 176 exhibitors from 22 countries. Whereas the number increased to a massive 380 participants in the show 2005, and 2007 Aero Show crosses the expectation limit of the Organizers.

Aero India 2009 is going to start from 11th February and continue up to 15th of the same month. The show is supposed to come with all vital factors for aircrafts engines, avionics, methods, sub systems and airfield readers with all the superior technology and products. In a nutshell, the Aero India Show is justly a valuable learning experience as they focus the latest in aviation technology and the newest offerings from the Indian Air Force. The delegates from India’s ministry of defence, Defence Research and Development organization (DRDO), members of council of ministers, the militaries of several countries and Head quarters of armed forces had eagerly participated and exhibited in Aero India shows. 2009- Aero India show is also expecting to get a huge involvement in case of companies, delegates, aircrafts and members.

Friday, June 20, 2008

Car Rental in India

For making your India visit more pleasurable and hassle free car rental is the ultimate choice of transport. Car renting is the only means of communication to explore India at your own speed, irrespective of any predestined time schedule. Numerous car rental agencies in India are proving high quality services according to the desire and requirements of the clients. A service that ensures the maximum comfort, which never ceased to offer a lavish tour that engrossed in increasing its standard and range, is all about of car rental in India. There are some latest models of cars set aside in perfect condition. The mechanics are also there to ensure proper checkups and bother free drive for you.

The visitors can opt for their personal choice form the several categories of car. Luxury car, deluxe car, budget car, cheap car are certain options, where the visitors can go for their preferred one. Here all fleets of cars are accessible at competitive prices for your disposal. From the stylish Mercedes-Benz (E, C, & S Class) & Mitsubishi Lancer to the broad as Honda City, Honda Accord, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Camry, Toyota Innova, Toyota Quails, Indica, Skoda Octivia, Ford Ikon, Suzuki Esteem, Indigo Marine, Ford Endeavor are the lavish cars waiting for your trip. Luxurious car of all range, coaches and buses are providing by the travel agencies to give you the utmost pleasure of travel to India. So after your arrival in India, just look for a perfect travel agency for an ideal car rental service and make the tour a memorable and pleasant one.

Monday, June 2, 2008

Heath Tips During India Travel

To make a trip a memorable one, traveler should ensure their good health. Health consciousness has always played a vital role to make a tour gratifying. In fact, the prime essence of making a trip pleasant is good health. Before beginning any expedition, you need to check up your health to avoid any adversities. As such, vaccination of yellow fever should be taken before making a wildlife or jungle safari trip in India. Also, it is recommended to carry general medicines and antibiotics to ensure preventive measures. Following are the list of some preventive items that should be with every traveler while exploring in India: -

1. Tap water should not be drink. Only drink water after boiling or use bottled water. You can buy mineral water bottle available at most of the outlets. But keep in mind that the outlet is decent. Don’t buy water bottle from a roadside vendor. Also check the seal before purchasing the bottle.

2. Don’t eat the fruits sold by roadside vendors, which are already cut. Always purchase fresh fruits, wash the fruits properly and then use them.

3. Keep the mosquito repellent with you. But you don’t need to worry much about it, as very rare places are mosquito-prone. In low winter and rainy season it is must as few insects may be active during these seasons.

4. Keep a first aid kit always with you, which contains all basic medicines as the tablet for stomach, headache, vomiting, fever as well as some antiseptic-ointments, band-aids etc.

5. Try to avoid the food from roadside vendors but if it is essential, make sure that the food is finely cooked and taken hot.

6. Indian cuisines are too spicy compared to European & American. So avoid over eating.

7. If you are going to visit India in summer, consume lots of water to avoid dehydration, cover your head with caps/hats, wear dark glasses and use sunscreens. Try not to venture out in afternoon to avoid sunburns & other skin problems.

8. Also visit doctor if you feel very sick.

These health precautions tips for travelers lend a hand to make your India tour; safer and pleasurable. Also, intake of fibrous foods, fruits and salads are necessary to keep yourself healthy during the India tour. To avoid falling ill during your voyage of digging out the underneath natural treasures and historical legacies, one must follow the above health precaution tips.

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Char Dham Yatra

Char Dham Yatra is comprised of four sacred places Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath. These four sites, nestled in the lap of grand Himalayas, are one of the major centers of religious activities in north India. According to Hindu scriptures it is said that a journey to these four holy spots not only wash away human’s sins but also releases the soul from the cycle of death and birth. Generally Char Dham Yatra is done from left to right or from west to east i.e. in a clockwise direction. Thus the yatra begins from Yamunotri, followed by Gangotri, proceeding to Kedarnath and finally terminating at Badrinath.

Gangotri: The valued shrine of Gangotri is situated at a height of 3200 mts above the sea level with captivating surroundings of Himalayas. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Gange, who came on the earth to absolve the sins of King Bhagirath’s predecessors. The temple was constructed by a Gorkha Commander, Amar Singh Thapa, in 18th century.

Yamunotri: This sacred shrine is dedicated to goddess Yamuna, situated at the edge of Bandar Poonch Parvat. The actual source of river Yamuna is a frozen ice lake glacier, Champasar glacier that lay on Kalind Mountain. The temple is said to be constructed by Maharaja Pratap Shah of Tehri Garhwal. At a distance of 7 Km. away from temple, at Jankichatti lies the holy springs of hot water. Devotees visiting the temple prepare rice in these hot water springs and take back the cooked rice in the form of Prasad.

Badrinath: Badrinath temple is located on the right bank of river Alaknanda at an altitude of 3133 mt. above the sea level. It is surrounded by mountains Nar and Narayan on each side. This sacred shrine is dedicated toLord Vishnu. It is said that to restore the prestige of Hinusim, Adi Guru Shankaracharya constructed four religious center in four directions of the country. Badrinath is one of them which was built in North direction.

Garbha Griha, Darshan Mandap, Sabha Mandap are the 3 parts in w hich temple is divided. The main attraction of this temple is a black idol of Badrinath that is one mt high and represents Lord Vishnu in padmasan mediation pose.

Kedarnath: The revered shrine of Kedarnath is situated at an altitude of 3581mt above the sea level, over the rivr Mandakini. Kedarnath is counted among the12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva. The present time temple is built by Adi Guru Shankaracharya. There is a temple in front of main temple, which is said to be built by Pandavas. Shivkund, Rudhirkund, Hanskund etc. are some kunds around Kedarnath which posses a religious significance. At a little distance from Kedarnath temple, there is a temple of Bhaironath. It is believed that Bhaironath ji protect the surrounding land in when the temple remains closed in winters.

Char Dham with its picturesque surrounding and panoramic mountain view offers an eternal bliss to reveal the spiritual expressions of India. This pilgrimage place with overwhelming exquisite beauty magnetizes the heart of every devotee. There are a lot of tour operators in India, who take on their self to unfold this religious and spiritual experience of this pilgrimage place.