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A perfect weekend getaway in Dadhikar Fort
Looking for a weekend escapade destination near NCR? No, we don’t suggest a staycation. Our suggestion for a quick getaway is Dadhikar Fort; an amazin place nested in the foothills of the Aravalli range near Sariska village. I chose this Alwar's fort-cation for Mithun’s birthday surprise in October. There couldn’t be a better time of the year to visit Rajasthan.
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The evening glory of Qutub Minar
We have visited historical monuments during day time. Ever imagined how do they look after dark? Well, they turn marvelous and through this post we hereby treat your senses to the evening glory of Qutub Minar. The ministry of tourism and culture, have taken several initiatives in the past to promote tourism in India. Since monuments draw a large chunk of tourists every day, the latest initiative includes extending the visiting hours till 9 pm. Delhi has extended the timings for Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Safdarjung Tomb. Here is the glittering Qutub Minar in evening:
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Glittering Safdarjung Tomb
What can bring tourists more joy than the extended visiting time of monuments till night? Under a recent initiative by ministry of tourism, historical monuments bathed in glittering lights will be now open till 9 pm. The culture ministry and the tourism department’s recent move has been a reason of delight for travelers, explorers, photographers, historians, students and more. That’s not all, these monuments will be decked in glittering lights, offering visitors am visual treat. The motive behind this was so that tourists could make the most of their time. Mostly all historical monuments’ closing time was sunset or between 5:30 and 6 pm, leaving these places in dark and…
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Valley of Flowers-Trek to heaven
Monsoon is that time of the year when we prefer to sit at home with a cup of tea and often avoid travelling. But one place that opens during monsoon and tourists visit in droves is Valley of flowers (VOF) in Uttarakhand. The views were indeed fascinating and we longed for a trek to heaven.
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Touring Bikaner in one day
Among the most toured and well-known places of Rajasthan, Bikaner features in the list of potential tourist destinations. Placed close to Jodhpur and Jaisalmer, the city has several activities and places to indulge in. So here is an account of touring Bikaner in one day and making the most out of your short holiday. Junagarh Fort A popular location for film shoots, Junagarh Fort is the only non-hill fort of Rajasthan. Majestic and magnificent, the fort has preserved the historical artifacts with much care. From gold-plated walls and weapon rooms to royal assembly halls and air-craft collection, Junagarh fort is home to Bikaner’s long history. In fact, this is the…
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Plan a road trip from NCR to Bikaner
Let us help you plan a great road trip from NCR to Bikaner with few essential tips, an ideal itinerary and smart hacks.
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Zero Point, Sikkim-The Indo-China border
Sikkim is an incredibly beautiful state and every place here exudes an enigmatic grandeur. One among them is Zero Point. Husband and I were eager to visit this place as we were intrigued to know how it feels at the last outpost of civilization in knee deep snow. Since my late father-in-law had served in NEFA valley, his son wanted to see a similar place where he was posted. Zero Point undoubtedly topped the list. This is an ode to the Indian Army at Zero Point, Sikkim which operates in harsh conditions, guarding the Indo-China border 24*7. Permits and restrictions Mind you, foreign nationals require Restricted Area Permit (RAP) to visit any part…
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24 hours in Gangtok
Gangtok, the gateway to the heavenly North East India and the capital of Sikkim, offers a plethora of wonders for tourist. From tranquil monasteries and exotic mountains to exciting adventure parks, Gangtok has it all. On an average, sightseeing in and around the city would take two days. Here is what to do if you have 24 hours in Gangtok. 1. Chorten Gumpa Do-drul Chorten is a stupa was built by Trulshik Rinpoche, head of the Nyingma order of Tibetan Buddhism in 1945. Inside this stupa lie a complete set of Dorjee Phurba (dagger spike), Kangyur relics (holy books) and other religious objects. Around the stupa are 108 prayer wheels.…
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Rumtek Monastery is your Sikkim Travel inspiration
Visiting temples or monasteries rarely make it to my priority list unless they are exceptional. Never had I thought about seeing any monastery on my trip to Sikkim. However, after reading about the unique History and having heard a lot from the locals, husband and I made quick plan to visit Rumtek; the largest and most popular monastery of Sikkim. 22 km from the capital, Rumtek stands at an altitude of 4900 feet against the backdrop of the beautiful Himalayan Range. Made in mid 1700, Rumtek is home to hundreds of monks with a long history of clashes over stewardship of the monastery and its contents. Heavily guarded by ITBP,…
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A perfect itinerary of North Sikkim
Sikkim, the jewel of North East, is a small state yet has so much to offer. Explore more about North Sikkim with the best itinerary right here. Things you need to know planning North Sikkim trip -A non resident of the state cannot travel to the northern part of Sikkim. To enter the borders of North Sikkim, you need a permit, which would be obtained by your travel agent or driver.-In case you are a biker, you have to arrange for your permits through an authorized travel agency.-Carrying plastic water bottles in North Sikkim is not allowed. Hence carry your own sipper or water bottles. A surprise check may lead…
