Queue 'Travel & Holiday Queue'

Listed in: Page
Lal Quila: The Last Bastion
Submitted by Parul Garg on Thu, 19/08/2010 - 15:10

Come August and the heart of every Indian starts to pound with a patriotic fervor usually reserved for international cricket matches. The same zeal is evoked at the sight of the tri-colour unfurling on the Red Fort.  The very same place where Nehru delivered his ‘tryst with destiny’ speech has now become a symbol of our sovereignty and independence. After the Taj Mahal, the Lal Quila or the Red Fort is perhaps the most recognized monument in the country.

Categories: All | Entertainment & Culture
Listed in: Page
Bareily : More than lost Jhumkas
Submitted by Cashmere Lashkari on Thu, 19/08/2010 - 07:46

The cane furniture from Bareily is probably its most famous export. However there is more to this town sitting on the banks of the river Ramganga. As any devotee of Lord Shiva will agree it is an important city of pilgrimage with the four nath temples situated in the city’s four corners. It was also from Bareily that the famous Sufi-Barelvi sect Islam was born under the guidance of Ahmed Raza Khan.

Categories: Places of Interest | NCR
Listed in: Page
Ambala - Shopper's Stop of the North
Submitted by Cashmere Lashkari on Fri, 13/08/2010 - 15:12

Due to its geographic location Ambala is an important city on the tourist routes. It does not matter if you are visiting Punjab or Jammu and Kashmir, your train will pass through Ambala. The city is divided into the Cantonment area and the civil area known as the City. There are even two different railway stations known as Ambala City and Ambala Cantt.

Categories: Places of Interest | NCR
Listed in: Page
Haute at Dilli Haat
Submitted by Parul Garg on Thu, 12/08/2010 - 23:47

Want a glimpse of Indian villages without really traveling to an actual village? Welcome to Dilli Haat- a food and craft bazaar which offers an unforgettable rural experience without the dust and the grime. Located in one of the most important commercial centers of South Delhi, opposite the INA market, the 6 acres of land on which the sprawling Dilli Haat complex is situated, was salvaged as part of a reclamation project. Today it is a hub of activity frequented by art lovers and collectors of ethnic artifacts. The place has become a favorite haunt of college students especially those studying Textile or Apparel Designing. The patrons have a chance to interact with real artisans who showcase their ware inside the restive red brick ambiance.

Categories: All | Entertainment & Culture
Listed in: Page
Dehradun - A hilly retreat
Submitted by Cashmere Lashkari on Tue, 10/08/2010 - 11:16

With the new state of Uttarakhand coming into existence in the year 2000, the city of Dehradun transformed from a sleepy hill station to a bustling capital.

Categories: Places of Interest | NCR
Listed in: Page
Pushkar - An Eternal Quest at the Fair
Submitted by Cashmere Lashkari on Wed, 04/08/2010 - 11:29

Pushkar is a holy city for the Hindus as it is believed that Brahma himself did puja here for a grand yagna. The melas or fairs are what Pushkar is most famous for these days, but there is more to the ancient city.  It is also mentioned in the Ramayan as the place where Vishwamitra did tapsya.

Categories: Places of Interest | NCR
Listed in: Page
Delhi Weekends
Submitted by Parul Garg on Thu, 29/07/2010 - 00:07

Friday mornings begin with a sense of anticipation about the approaching weekend. The feeling is still there by the time you leave office and brave the city traffic. A planned weekend lets you enjoy the weekend to the hilt so that you return to routine, recharged and energized.  Movie buffs can catch their favorite stars on the silver screen at the numerous multiplexes. There is bound to be a show that fits well within your schedule. If you are in a mood to splurge you can choose a premier theatre like the PVR Premier at Select City Mall, Saket. It offers the ultimate movie viewing experience in opulent surroundings and personalized services including fine dining. The mall itself is a class apart with most well known international brands retailing out of it. Try it, if mall crawling is your thing. The flea market, though, is held only on Wednesdays. But if you are in the mood to browse through the real one, visit Janpath in Connaught Place. The place is a favorite with tourists as it is full of colorful clothes, traditional antiques and Tibetan curios. Kohlapuri chappals are cheek to jowl with brassware and chiffon scarves but one has to watch out for rip-offs.

Categories: All | Entertainment & Culture | City Guide
Listed in: Page
Jaisalmer - The Sands of Time
Submitted by Cashmere Lashkari on Wed, 21/07/2010 - 10:33

In any scene where you see a bollywood heroine dancing in a desert,  you are probably seeing the sand dunes near Jaisalmer in the background. The favorite hunting ground of the film industry is also the happy holiday ground for many tourists.

Categories: Places of Interest | NCR
Listed in: Page
Meerut - A world apart
Submitted by Cashmere Lashkari on Thu, 15/07/2010 - 10:59

While it has no modern achievements to boast about Tthe city is of ample interest to those who interested in history. Especially that associated with the East India Company. In 1857 Mangal Pandey and his band of brother soldiers brought infamy upon the quiet little cantonment town of Meerut.

Categories: Places of Interest | NCR
Listed in: Page
Jodhpur - The Blue City
Submitted by Cashmere Lashkari on Wed, 14/07/2010 - 07:33

The Blue City is not quite as famous as its cousin the Pink City, yet Jodhpur has just as much to offer the holiday maker and the tourist as Jaipur does. From a resident Maharaja and a Crown Prince to Jeep Safaris into neighboring villages theres lots to see and do.

Categories: Places of Interest | NCR

You might like

Delhi Live