An unassuming town, on the banks of Vagavati River, in Tamil Nadu in south India, about seventy kilometers from the capital Chennai, is one of the main sacred cities of India. At one time it was supposed to have a thousand temples, now there are about a hundred. Lord Vishnu is worshipped here and the [...]
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The Godly Shine: Kanjeevaram of Kanchipuram
June 7th, 2012 
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No Comments »The Female Commuter and Her Journey
April 26th, 2012 mapsofindia1 If you are a woman and your schedule comprise of travelling from one place to another, be it for work or for any other purpose, there are certain hurdles you cross every day before you make it to your destination irrespective of time taken to travel, mode of transport, the company you are keeping while [...]
Nakhoda Masjid: The Artistic Creation of Kutchi Memon Jamat
March 3rd, 2012 mapsofindia1 History of Nakhoda Mosque Located in Kolkata, the keystone of this famous mosque was set on September 11, 1926. In the same year, the overall amount of money spent for building this huge mosque was 1,500,000 Indian rupees. The shrine was constructed in the form of a replica of the burial chamber of Akbar, [...]
The Queen of the Arabian : Kochi
February 26th, 2012 mapsofindia1 Nicknamed the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’; Kochi is renowned as one of the world’s finest natural harbours. Kerala’s financial capital, the name Kochi is derived from the Malayalam word Kochazhi that translates to ‘small lagoon’; and comprises of a cluster of islands scattered along the Vembanad Lake. These Islands include the Wellington Island, Mattancherry, [...]
Posted in Cities, Ernakulam Fort Kochi Wellington Island Mattancherry, Kerala Map, Kerala's temples and other religious destinations/ monuments, Travel Tags: Athirappilly Falls, Bhoothathankettu, Cherai Beach, Chinese fishing nets, Dutch Palace, Ernakulam, Fort Kochi, Jewish Synagogue, Kerala Tourism, Malayattoor, Mattancherry, Mattancherry palace, Paliam Palace, Pallipuram Fort, Queen of the Arabian Sea - Kochi, Salim Bird Sanctuary, Santa Cruz Basilica, St. Francis Church, Wellington Island No Comments »The magnificent Mandawa: Shekhawati’s Open Air Gallery
February 21st, 2012 mapsofindia1 One of Rajasthan’s most beautiful cities, Mandawa that lies at the heart of the Shekhawati region is one that stands out for its exceptional havelis, forts, palaces, temples and more. Located 190 km off Jaipur; this picturesque city is often referred to as the ‘Open air Gallery’ and represents one of the best examples of [...]
Posted in Cities, Mandawa: Shekhawati's open air museum, Rajasthan, Rajasthan (Jaipur), Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation, Rajasthani cuisine., Travel Tags: Dundlod, Dundlod Fort, Fatehpur, Jhunjhunu, Mandawa, Mandawa Fort, Mukundgarh, Parsurampura, Rajasthan Tourism, Shekhawati, Shekhawati's open air Gallery, Wright brothers No Comments »Punjab, its palatial palaces and crenellated forts
February 15th, 2012 mapsofindia1 Think Punjab… and the State’s sprawling farmlands are one of the first things that comes to mind. A State known for its flowing rivers, lush greenery, yellow fields that have been used as a backdrop in many a Bollywood movie, historic sites, Gurudwaras and temples, museums and other landmarks, friendly people, vibrant culture and delectable [...]
Posted in Cities, Ludhiana Patiala, Punjab, Punjab's forts and palaces, Travel Tags: Bhadurgarh FortAnandpur Sahib, Faridkot Fort, Gobindgarh Fort, Guru Gobind Singh, Ludhiana, Palaces and forts of Punjab, Patiala, Payal Fort, Punjab, Qila Mubarak, Shahpur Kandi Fort, Shesh Mahal, Summer Palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, The Smiling Soul of India 1 Comment »A ‘wonder’ named Agra!
February 13th, 2012 mapsofindia1 India’s ‘City of Love’… that’s how Agra has often been described, home to the stunning Taj Mahal, this city is most frequented during the ‘month of love!’However while Agra is most famous for its ‘symbol of eternal love’, today we bring you its other intriguing monuments, that make this city such a ‘wonder.’ Home to [...]
Posted in Agra and its monuments, Akbar the great, Cities, Monuments of Delhi, Tourism, tourism heritage, Travel, UNESCO Tags: Agra and its stunning monuments, Agra Fort, Chini Ka Roza, Gurudwara Guru ka Taal, Jama Masjid, Jehangir Palace, Mangaleshwar Temple, Mariam’s Tomb, Octagonal tower, Radha Swami Samadhi, Sikandra Fort, Taj Mahal, the Bageshwarnath Temple, Tomb of I’timaad-ud-Daulah 3 Comments »Vijayawada : The ‘City of Victory’
February 10th, 2012 mapsofindia1 Andhra Pradesh’s third largest city, Vijayawada positioned on the banks of the Krishna River and enveloped by the Indrakiladri Hills to its west and Badumeru River makes an interesting visit for those travelling south. Also known as Bezawada, the name Vijayawada literally translates to the ‘City of Victory’ having many origins to its name. While some [...]
Posted in Amravati, Andhra Pradesh, Cities, Kondapalli Forest/ toys, Mogalarajapuram Cave Temples, Travel, Undavalli cave Temples, Vijayawada Tags: Amravati, Andhra Pradesh, Gandhi Hill, Kanaka Durga Temple, Kondapalli Forests, Kondapalli toys, Mogalarajapuram Cave Temple, Prakasam Barrage, Undavalli, Victoria Jubilee Regional Museum, Vijayawada 2 Comments »Touring Thiruvananthapuram
February 9th, 2012 mapsofindia1 One of India’s greenest cities, positioned on India’s west coast, to the further south end of the mainland; Thiruvananthapuram formerly known as Trivandrum is an interesting visit for its rich culture, interesting history, scenic beaches, majestic monuments, exquisite temples, emerald backwaters and more. The capital of Kerala, the city’s name is derived from the words [...]
Posted in Cities, Kerala's temples and other religious destinations/ monuments, Shree Padhmanabhaswamy Temple, Thiruvananthapuram formerly known as Trivandrum, Travel Tags: Koyikkal palace, Kuthiramalika Palace Museum Padmanabhapram Palace, Napier Museum, Shree Padhmanabhaswamy Temple, Sri Adikesavaperumal Temple, Thiruvananthapram 2 Comments »Kohima Calling!
February 8th, 2012 mapsofindia1 Hardly explored… sitting comfortably with the eastern frontiers of the Himalayas, Kohima is a land known for its striking virgin beauty. The capital of Nagaland, a land known for its thick woods, picturesque hills, and exotic tribes; Kohima makes a wonderful getaway for those looking forward to enjoying a relaxed laid back holiday amidst peace [...]
Posted in aboriginal tribes, Cities, Handicratfs, Hill Stations in India, Kohma the capital of Nagaland, Nagaland, Travel, Unexplored destinations in India Tags: aboriginal tribes, Cathedral, Commonwealth War Cemetery, Dzoko Valley, Dzulekie, Guinness Book of World Records, Hornbill Festival, Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary, Japfu Peak, Kohima Museum, Kohima the capital of Nagaland 1 Comment »