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Magical fusion of music, spirituality at fest in Pushkar

Rajasthan will host a three-day music festival which aims at bringing music and spirituality on one platform at Pushkar from 14 November.

The festival ‘The Sacred’, which is the brain child of chief minister Vasundhara Raje, will feature artists from genres as diverse as sufi, Rajasthani folk, world music, Hindustani classical among others and would showcase how art and culture can transcend boundaries of religion and language.

“The idea was basically to try and bring together everything that touched upon the sacred and also show that spirituality crosses all religious boundaries. We wanted to look at both Pushkar and Ajmer at the same time, where two completely different religions are co-existing,” Sanjoy Roy, managing director, Teamworks Arts, the festival organiser, said.

“The suggestion came from Raje. Apart from the camel fair, there was nothing specific happening there. When I went and saw the Pushkar kund, I realised it is such a stunning backdrop,” he said.

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“We wanted to create a space for people to come to listen morning and evening music and re-discover the pleasure of spirituality as your own space,” he added.

The festival line-up features artists like Kailash Kher, Shubha Mudgal, Nathulal Solanki with 52 Nagaras, Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, Yom & Wang Li, La Grande Chapelle, Jaisalmer Boys among others. The festival will also showcase Buddhist meditation by Khen Rinpoche Jangchup Choeden, guided Jain meditation by Tikam Chand Jain, Vayu Yoga by Capucine Redon and Pushkar Heritage tours.

“In today’s day and time, when we are seeing so much intolerance, it’s imperative that all of us in the cultural space come together to showcase music that crosses all boundaries of religion, language, of different kinds of differences that have cropped up,” he said.

The three days of the festival, which will take place at different venues, including the Raj Bohra Ghat, sand dunes and Ajmer Fort, will add up to the prevailing spiritual ambience of Pushkar.

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Desert Rajasthan

Rajasthan – From Princes and Places to Tigers and Trekking

From the semi-green forests of Mount Abu to the dry grasslands of the desert, from the dry, deciduous thorn forest of Arrival to the wetlands of Bharatpur, Rajasthan is vast and has enormously varied vegetation and terrain, some of it, though quite hostile, is home to a surprising number of mammals and birds. Tiger and leopard, as well as many endangered species, find a haven here. Though known as the Desert State, Rajasthan, situated in the northwestern part of India, has a number of exotic palaces with beautiful gardens, fountains, temples and forts constructed and decorated with amazing artistry, including mirrored walls and galleries, painted streets and secret passages and dungeons.

One of the most magnificent is Kuchaman Fort, which sits on top of a steep hill 300 meters high, in the Nagaur district, along what was once part of the Central Asian trade route. A symbol of Rajasthan’s glorious history, it was built by the Gujjar Pratihara dynasty as far back as 760AD. Once the site of great battles, Kuchaman Fort was known for being impregnable: its five gates are arranged in such a way that is impossible to enter without being attacked from every direction. The Fort is now a 34-room hotel, where rooms cost from 5500 per night.

Jaisalmer, another former princely state, is a desert city nestling in the foothills of Trikuta, boasting colossal forts, palaces and havelis (private residences, often converted into mi-range or luxury hotels. Its 12th-century citadel, rising like a golden sandcastle from the desert, is a masterpiece of the stonecarver’s art. The town, though no longer an isolated place but rimmed with hotels and crammed with tourists, is also well worth a visit.

For a different experience in Rajasthan, step aboard the Palace on Wheels, formerly the personal railway coaches of the rulers of the princely states of Gujrat and Rajputana. For one glorious week, you can recapture the pomp and ceremony of the royal past on one of the most luxurious trains in the world. A journey on the Palace on Wheels takes you to the pink state capital, Jaipur, the golden citadel of Jaisalmer, the blue city of Jodhpur, the National Park Ranthambhore, the nine-storey Tower of Victory of Chittorgarh (built 1440 AD to celebrate the Maharana’s victory over his rival), the romantic city of lakes. Udaipur, the bird sanctuary at Bharatpur and the Mughal capital, Agra.

It’s not all history in Rajasthan. If you want to get out and about, there are water sports, horse, camel safaris, bird-watching trips, and trekking, ballooning and parasailing adventures to tempt you.

Rajasthan has the best reputation for law and order of any state in India and is safe and secure to travel in, as well as being easily accessible by air, train and road from Delhi (260 km away), Agra and Mumbai.

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5 hidden destinations Of India You Must Visit

There are still many secret places in India that are yet to be explored by the travelers visiting the country. Here are the lists of hidden places of India.

Majuli, Assam
Majuli in Assam is the largest river island on earth nestled amid the river Brahmaputra. Declared by UNESCO as a world natural heritage, this river island has preserved well the antique weapons, utensils, jewelry and other items of cultural significance of the hundreds of year old Assamese civilization.

   

Tarkarli Beach, Maharashtra
Take a few hours’ drive from Mumbai and you will reach the land of pristine waters, Tarkarli. Located at the convergence of river Karli and Arabian Sea, Tarkarli gives you a clearer picture of the sea water. It is a heaven for the adventure lovers who love to do snorkeling and scuba diving.

Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
The tranquil hill station in Arunachal Pradesh is known for its breathtaking landscape and natural beauty. It is considered as one of the secret places of India since reaching the place is highly challenging because of harsh weather and frequent landslides.

Pangong Lake, Jammu and Kashmir
One of the best things that the film ‘3 Idiots’ does for the tourist is that it has presented the scenic beauty of Leh & Ladakh. Located in a high altitude in the Himalayan Ranges.

Lepchajagat, West Bengal
Located close to Darjelling in West Bengal, lies a small hamlet called Lepchajagat which is considered as one the secret places in India. This unknown destination is nestled amidst hills covered with thick Oak forest. Since Darjelling is located close to Lepchajagat, travellers usually give it a miss.

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Desert Rajasthan

Incredible Rajasthan Tour

Rajasthan is best place to enjoy the leisure tour. It provides your children an opportunity to learn the Indian tradition and old cultural ethics. Rajasthan is very rich in culture and tradition. The old traditions are still preserved and revered by the inhabitant of Rajasthan. There are many forts and palaces, historical monuments and many other sites of historical importance and past glory of India. It is worth to be visited by children of this era to understand their own cultural and traditional ethics.

The Rajasthani people feel pleasure in hosting the guests. They welcome tourists warmly and whole-heartedly. They believe in old traditional value of “athithi devo bhava” means guests are like God. If your kids will learn these values, you will feel very pride to have such kids. Even they will respect you and other elders. To make your children know about the tradition of India you must go with one of the culture & tradition Rajasthan Tour Package. It will take you to the villages of Rajasthan where you can acquaint with the lively traditions. There you can taste the delicious mouth-watering cuisine of Rajasthan. The regality of Rajasthan is reflected in the forts and palaces there. You will also be taken to major and popular forts of Rajasthan during your visit. They will take you to important cities like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bikaner, Bharatpur, etc. Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan and is the centre of tourist attractions. There are many tourist sites there.

This package will also take you to other sites located in nearby states. Your Rajasthan Tour Operator will make you see the magnificent and gorgeous Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal is located in Agra city of Uttar Pradesh. It is one of the Seven Wonders of Modern World. It has incomparable beauty. They will let you visit other major attraction of Agra like Agra Red Fort, Akbar’s’ tomb, Itmad-ud-daulah tomb, etc. After Agra trip, they will take you to Delhi from where you can take train or flight to move to your home city.

Before boarding to your home city, you will be made to roam around Delhi. Delhi is a historical city. It has many heritage and museums where your kids can take an educational tour. You and your family can also visit Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s tomb, Lotus Temple, etc. This package is very reliable also because you have completed a Golden Triangle Tour visiting all Delhi, and Agra along with taking cultural tour of Rajasthan.

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Most beautiful 7 hill stations of India

The hills have been successful in holding up the century-old traditions and cultures that have prospered the lives of the people in Incredible India. India is dotted with the awe-inspiring hills all over the country starting right up from Jammu and Kashmir to Tamil Nadu, encapsulating over 20 mountain ranges. Here’s a list of top 7 hill stations of India.

1. Shimla

Shimla, formerly known as Simla, is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh, located in northern India. One of the most famous tourist destinations of India; Shimla located in Himachal Pradesh is a beautiful hill station. Also known as Simla, your travel to this place will be one event of your life that you shall never forget. This beautiful hill station derives its name from “Goddess Shyamla”, who is supposed to be an avatar of Goddess Kali. This lovely hill station was ‘discovered’ by the British who immediately fell in love with this place. Infact, they went to the extent of declaring Shimla as their summer capital. Read about Shimla tourism and know more about Simla travel.

2. Ooty

Located in the Western Ghats at a height of 7,500 ft. Ooty is known for its extraordinary scenic beauty and salubrious climate amidst the “Nilgiri’s” or “Blue Mountains”. Ooty is the most popular hill station in the South.

3. Darjeeling

Darjeeling, one of the most wonderful hill stations in India surrounded by huge Himalaya, Mount Everest & Kanchenjunga and well known as the Queen of hill stations.

4.Mussoorie

Mussoorie – The Queen of Hills. Located at a distance of 35 kms from Dehradun, Mussoorie is a wonderful hill station in Uttarakhand situated at a height of 2005 mts above the sea level. It is situated at the foothills of the Himalayas and is known as the Queen of the Hills.

 

5. Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal is a hill town in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It’s set in an area of granite cliffs, forested valleys, lakes, waterfalls and grassy hills. At 2,000 meters above sea level, it has a cooler climate than the plains below and is a popular holiday destination. The town centers around star-shaped, man-made Kodaikanal Lake, bordered by evergreen forest.

6. Dehradun

The capital of Uttarakhand, Dehradun has a picturesque location with a beautiful view of the Himalayan ranges and river Ganga flowing on the either sides of the city. Mussoorie is located at a distance of about 38 km from Dehradun. It is touted to be the ‘Queen of Hills’ and attracts many tourists every year.

7. Kullu and Manali

Beautiful valleys with mesmerizing effect.  Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town in India’s northern Himachal Pradesh state. It has a reputation as a backpacking center and honeymoon destination. Set on the Beas River, it’s a gateway for skiing in the Solang Valley and trekking in Parvati Valley. It’s also a jumping-off point for paragliding, rafting and mountaineering in the Pir Panjal mountains, home to 4,000m-high Rohtang Pass.

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Ranthambore National Park

Amazing Wildlife Sanctuary Parks of Rajasthan

Rajasthan is the biggest state in India with rich culture. Amazing forts, glamorous lakes, beautiful wildlife and splendid mansions encourage tourism in Rajasthan. This state has great geographical features suitable for amazing wildlife. It is known for desert in most territories, but it also has green forests in others. These topographical conditions are ideal for wildlife. Desert is an ideal place for reptile species while Rocky Mountains and wetlands are ideal for various species of birds and animals. Wildlife sanctuaries of Rajasthan are the most popular amongst others. Many tourists come to India for exploring these wildlife parks of Rajasthan. Here are some famous sanctuaries of Rajasthan.

Ranthambore National Park:

This sanctuary is situated at the junction of Aravali and Vindhya hills in Sawai Madhopur District. It is spread over 400 square km area. There are many water resources in this park those give huge relief in hot summer days. Animals are used to people around them and you can watch these animals in their natural habitat here. Tigers can be seen hunting even when tourists are watching. It is a dream park for photographer and wildlife enthusiast. This park is available with car rental service for jungle safari. It remains opened from October to May.

Sariska Tiger Reserve:

It is most visited reserve park in India. It is situated in Alwar district of Rajasthan. It covers about an area of 800 square km. There are medieval buildings in this reserve which are also one of the main attractions of it. It was declared tiger reserve park in 1978 as a part of India’s project tiger scheme. There are various carnivores such as leopard, jungle cat, Jackal and hyena in this park. It also hosts amazing bird-life. Peafowl, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse, Golden backed Wood Pecker, Crested Serpent Eagle, Grey Partridge and the Great Indian Horned Owl are the most popular bird species in this park.

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This Park is situated in Thar Desert of Jaisalmer. It is one of the largest parks of India, covering 3100 square km area. Bird-life of this park is vivid and spectacular. Ardeotis nigriceps (Indian Bustard), an endangered bird species, is the main attraction here. You can see many eagles, buzzards, kestrel, harriers, falcons and vultures in this park. Jeep safari is available here to travel this park in a short duration. Best visiting time for this park is November to March.

Keoladeo Ghana National Park :

This is, formerly known as Bharatpu

Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, one of the finest bird’s parks of India. It has both native and migratory birds. Besides birds, this park is also inhabited by Sambhar, boar, Chittal and Nilgai. There is a system of small water dames to control water level in different sections. There is a temple of Keoladeo within its boundaries.

Well, above-mentioned parks are such famous that nature’s documentary films are made in these parks. You can see nature at its best here and you can catch glimpse of amazing wildlife.

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Pushkar Fair

Pushkar Camel Fair

 Rajasthan is one of the glamorous destinations of the world. This is a state located in the northern belt of India. Rajasthan is quite famous for is rich culture as well as traditions. The famous Pushkar fair in this exotic state describes the rich Rajasthan culture. The camel plays a good role in this fair and this animal is known as the ship of the desert. The Pushkar camel fair starts in the month of Ashtami and ends on the full moon day. In this fair, there is one week of trading. This is a beautiful festival and pulls enormous crowds and there is no difference between the foreigner and native. All are equal in this fair and it becomes a pure entertainment.

You can spend the cultural holidays in Rajasthan during the season of this fair. This is a good option. When you attend such gatherings, you are well acquainted with the culture of the state. Besides this, you will also have the good fortune to participate in the folk dancing. You will also interact with dancers, musicians, traders, comedians and acrobats. You can even be he participant or a judge in the solo performance depending on your experience in these areas.

The Pushkar camel fair takes place during the winter season and during the time; the winds are blowing from the south eastern part of the state. You will feel the exotic and royal touch of the sand dunes. When you read the books and journals having Rajasthan information, you will find write up regarding the camel decoration in such a fair. The camel and cattle races become part of the event. The tourists from different parts of the world love to participate in this fair because of the innocence of the villagers. They love to mingle with them.

The religious touch associated with Pushkar fair

This fair revolves around the famous temple of Pushkar and the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma, a principal deity in Hindu religion. There is also a lake and this has got 52 bathing ghats. As per the legend, because of the curse of lord Shiva, the worship to Brahma was stopped completely. All you can say is that the Pushkar fair is simply for the purpose of joy and happiness on the faces of people. After enjoying the fair, you can enter the temple.

The stall attractions form part and parcel of the fair. You can get multiple gifs for your loved ones. You can get handicrafts and traditional items in this fair.

The holy dip – a religious significance

The people who attend the fair also take a dip in the lake. It has a religious significance for Hindus. As per the legend in Hindu mythology, the sins of previous births are wiped off after having dip in this lake. This is a faith and the belief of he devotes.

You can enjoy the Pushkar fair along with your friends or family. You should maintain some basic precautions while attending the fair.

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Ranthambore National Park

Best Hotels in Ranthambore National Park

The gloriously impressive beauty of Ranthambore National Park combines an attractive blend of flora and fauna consisting of the fine and the vast gigantic natural wildlife habitat and huge lush green lifelike trees and plants making Ranthambore a majestic place to explore and visit.

The magnanimity of this magnificent Ranthambore Park gets amplified by the luxuriously comfortable Ranthambore hotels. Some of the handpicked and the best hotels in Ranthambore that provide world class costumer amenities are:

Sher Bagh: Situated at the edge of Ranthambore Park, this Ranthambore hotel is set amidst trees and over looking valleys on a private estate. Providing the finest of amenities to its customer with dining experiences carefully crafted, room service, lounge, reading room facility and special evening talks with conservationists who have dedicated their lives to Ranthambore and its natural habitat.

Khem Villas: Spread over 10 acres the Khem Vilas is in the proximity of Ranthambore that makes it a traveler’s hub. Khem Villas is an ideal destination that offers the guest complete peace of mind, along with some lip smacking food and the world best cuisines that add to the prominent service of Khem villas Ranthambore hotel.

Dev Villas: Hotel Dev Vilas is a unit of Sacchai Hotels Pvt. Ltd. This Ranthambore hotel is set in three and a half acres of land and is located near the entrance of the Ranthambore. Dev Vilas Hotel offers 28 rooms categorized into 19 Deluxe Rooms and 9 common rooms. Each room has been designed in a unique sequence of color, style and ambience providing the major amenities to its customers such as bar, business center, outdoor swimming pool, free room service, internet facility etc.

Tiger Moon: A jungle lodge located at the edge of the Ranthambore National Park (Rajasthan, India), Tiger Moon resort offers a drive in open jeeps deep into the Ranthambore forest and give tourist a glimpse of wildest of tigers. Folk dances and puppet shows are the salient features of this Ranthambore hotel. The finest of amenities provided by Tiger Moon resort are currency exchange, wildlife libraries and safe locker etc.

Tiger Den: Tiger Den Resort, a Jungle Lodge boasts of quality accommodation and services. The resort is barely five minutes away from the main entrance of the park. There are 18 air-conditioned cottages, 2 suites and 8 luxury Swiss Cottage tents. Each cottage & tent is equipped with modern amenities.

Visit one of the finest above mentioned hotels in Ranthambore when longing to visit the incredible land of Ranthambore National Park and get the best ever deals with the accommodation services while adding a cherry of comfort living on the cake of your visit to Ranthambore National Park.

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Ranthambore National Park

National Park Ranthambore Rajasthan, India

Location: Sawai Madhopur District, Rajasthan.

Area: 400 sq km approx./ 39,200 hectares.

Established: 1955 as a sanctuary, 1973 as a tiger reserve, 1981 as a national park.

Wildlife Found: Tigers, Leopards and Boars

Best Time to Visit: October – March and April to June

How to Get There: Jaipur is the nearest airport (170 km). Sawai Madhopur is the nearest Railhead (9km) with train services from Delhi.

Tourists Activities: Game Viewing, Tiger Spotting

Ranthambore National Park, the enchanting 400 square kilometer park in that state of Rajasthan has an astonishing copiousness of wildlife including rare and endangered animals such as tigers, leopards, Asian elephants and nilgai. Other species present are jungle cat, hyena, jackal, porcupine, wild boar, sloth bear, marsh crocodile, langur, Indian gazelle, spotted deer and sambar (Asiatic stag).

The Ranthambore National Park is the Rajasthan’s first Project Tiger Reserve. It is counted among India’s best national parks. Ranthambore derives its name from the 1,000 year old fort which stands within the premises of the park. The park is bounded by the river Chambal in the south and river Banas in the north. The three water features Rajbaugh lake, Milak Tank and Padam tank are a home to variety of migratory birds. They are adorned with the pink lotuses on which the Sambars often feed.

The landscape is covered with the belts of dry deciduous forests with ancient banyan trees, pipals, dhok, ranj, salai, ber and palm trees. Ranthambore is a very special biosphere for it harbors huge variety of species of birds and animals. Some of which are highly endangered and listed in the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red Data Book. It is one such park where Tigers can also be spotted during the day time.

There is no better way to explore the park than by taking the exciting jeep safari. Get up early in the morning, hire a jeep for the day, go to the forest area and indulge in birding, game viewing or tiger spotting in the park. Do not forget to take the wildlife expert guide, who can give you the better insight of the jungle and wilderness.

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Camel Fair Pushkar

One should never Miss Pushkar Cattle fair and Pushkar Camels

A trip to Pushkar is one worth taking, especially during the Pushkar Camel Fair. This extraordinary fair showcases the best of camels and cattle in the northern states of India. Not only can one see these fine creatures but also buy them at this livestock fair. In addition to camels, one can also spot a large number of cows, horses and ponies. And you thought Pushkar was only about camels!

Several activities and competitions are organized during the fair. While the first two days are reserved exclusively for camel trading, the rest are laden with fun for all visitors as the traders take a back seat. Needless to say, cattle and other livestock are also traded, but it’s camels that hold the spotlight at the Pushkar fair. Camel traders and villagers from cities and states miles away join at Pushkar to show off their prized beasts.

All cows, horses and camels are groomed and preened to look their best. Some camels are even shaved to form different kind of patterns. These camels are also accessorized interestingly. The accessories meant for camels include jewelry made of silver and beads such as silver bells and bangles around their ankles.

Part of the revelry at the Pushkar Camel Fair in Rajasthan is the camel races and competitions that are organized here every year. Yet another exciting event is the camel beauty contest. In this one of a kind contest, visitors can enjoy the sight of camels being lovingly adorned and paraded. The camels strut before their ardent admirers and enjoy every moment in the limelight. The horses though slightly neglected, also receive their fair share of attention as they too are groomed and accessorized. The finest quality saddles can also be purchased her for horses.

Apart from admiring the Pushkar camels and cattle fair, one can enjoy the riot of colors that swarms the Pushkar Fair. Visitors can buy knick-knacks from all across Rajasthan at this fair. Turbans, women’s jewelry and trinkets are just few of the many things one can buy. One can also sample the delicious but strictly vegetarian cuisine here.

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