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Feb22

Shantadurga Temple

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Shantadurga temple is a vast compound temple complex located in the village of Kavlem in the Ponda district, North Goa, India. This temple is considered to be the largest temple in Goa. According to Hindu mythology, Godess Shantadurga is believed to have stopped the quarrel between two other gods Shiva and Vishnu.

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Feb22

Gadi Sagar Tank

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Gadi Sagar Lake is one of the major tourist attractions in Jaisalmer, known as the romantic desert city of Rajasthan, India. Built in 1367, this man-made reservoir was constructed by Raja Rawal Jaisal and was once only water supply in Jaisalmer. Surrounded by numerous small temples and shrines, Gadi Sagar will transport you into a different world. The entrance to the Gadi Sagar Lake is through a magnificent and artistically carved yellow sandstone archway.  

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Feb10

Travel the Himalayas part II

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Kushinagar is situated in an Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, near border of Nepal. The place is famous for the Mahaparinirvana (Great Nirvana or passing away) of Lord Buddha and is one of the main Buddhist pilgrimage site. Included in the famous Buddhist trail, Kushinagar is a very attractive for Indian and foreign tourists.

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Feb10

Travel the Himalayas

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Dharamsala is a city in the Himalayas set against the backdrop of the dramatic Dhauladhar Mountains. Dharamshala is perched on the high slopes in the upper reaches of the Kangra Valley and is famed for its large Tibetan community. Surrounded by towering peaks, trekking and hiking trails, numerous streams and a healthy atmosphere the area is very attractive for travelers.

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Feb09

The Taj Holiday Village

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The Taj Holiday Village is located in Goa,beachfront to Sinquerim beach in North Go,India.It is well known for its classy service and contemporary facilities. Comfortable, rustic-style, terracotta-roofed cottages, surrounded by tropical gardens. With gourmet and casual dining available.

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Feb09

The Raj Palace

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Situated in Rajasthan, India,The Raj Palace was built in 1727.It is closed to the pink city of Jaipur,famous with many historical places like the Hawa Mahal, the Jantar Mantar, the City Palace, the Amber Fort, the Rambagh Palace, the Jai Mahal, the Albert Hall Museum, as well as many other forts, palaces, castles, and havelis with rich historycal background.

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Feb09

Samode Palace

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If you want to experience what is it to be a royalty or have always wanted to be a princess, just an hour’s drive from Jaipur ould find your palace.The 150-year old Samode Palace in India stands  on a hilltop at the end of a dusty road. A perfect example of Rajput-Mughal architecture,there you could see some of the geratest frescoes and mirror-work in Rajasthan. You could find found yourselve in a royal fairytale.Twisting staircases and painted corridors open up to stunning rooms and suites, which had been beautifully refurbished.

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Feb05

The Oberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur

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One id the leading resorts in India, The Oberoi Rajvilas is a distinctive way to enjoy Jaipur.If you preffer exotical places – this is your destination in India. Amid the most famous luxurious hotels in India, the unique character of The Oberoi Rajvilas interprete thelifestyles of India’s legendary Rajput princes.

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Feb05

The Leela Palace Kempinski Udaipur

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Udaipur,so called – Venice of the East, is close to Rajasthan- a  cultural heritage paradise of palaces, lakes, traditional arts and crafts and of course acknowledged architecture.The Leela Palace Kempinski Udaipur exemplify all the romance and glamor of a royal era.

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Feb05

The Imperial Hotel in New Delhi

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Designed to be the New Delhi’s landmark Hotel, this hotel is situated on Janpath, the erstwhile Queensway. It is minutes away from the renowned shopping area and most attractive city entertainments.

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