India Travel Notes

By: Ajith Kumar Guptha

In the United States, New York is known as the ‘city that never sleeps’. Its counterpart in India is Mumbai. India is among the favorite tourist destinations at present. Despite the small troubles that occur in the streets of India, tourists still love to go to this magnificent and alluring country. Maybe because of its glorious past or perhaps of its scenic tourist spots… India is a place that you shouldn’t miss to visit. If you travel to India, visit Mumbai.

Mumbai is a very important commercial center in India. So far, it is the largest metropolitan area and is densely populated. The so-called Star Machine of the country is found in Mumbai, Bollywood. This Star Machine is able to come up with motion pictures more than what Hollywood can produce. The entertainment industry in India is booming and its popularity around the world is ever increasing. Indian cinema has definitely contributed to the country’s cultural and economic context.
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By Amit Kothiyaal

Dense jungles, wildest wildlife, zigzag rivers, high mountains and many more; yes we are talking about the great India! India is one of the rare parts of our planet that has been endowed with magnificent natural beauty. Whether be Himalayas or Thar Desert, Corbett or Kaziranga; every inch of India takes you to another level of adventure. India draws adventure loving people from all round the globe and no wonder, India is rated as the primmest adventure tour spot.

India: Adventure at Its Best!

Photograph by Raghuram Ashok – www.flickr.com/photos/redbull/

For finding adventures in India, you need not travel far as the adventure begins just from your doorstep. Safari, trekking, camping and many more adventure activities, list of adventures in India is endless. Beginning with the jungles and wildlife; places like West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka and others are famous for their enriched wildlife. People especially coming for trekking tours of jungles or wildlife, these places are just perfect. Here, you can feel the adventures of India with much more proximity.
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By: John Binder

New Delhi, part of what is commonly referred to as just Delhi (yes, there is an Old Delhi), is the most ideal base from which to discover the marvels and wonders of India’s ancient subcontinent. Travel to New Delhi to discover India’s capital city, one of the oldest existing cities in the world, then journey to Agra to see the Taj Mahal and heighten your senses in the Himalayas on your way back. Find airfare to New Delhi in minutes with cFares and experience the colorful mosaic of east and west cultures in the heart of a Delhi marketplace before you know it!

Not So New Delhi

It is believed that Delhi has been destroyed and rebuilt nearly a dozen times since its original establishment sometime close to 5000 years ago; surprisingly, this fact only adds to the incredible historical appeal of the clustered districts, royal edifices and spiritual sanctuaries. The generational layers of history and architecture are apparent in monuments, public art displays, and ancient gardens as New Delhi expanded to the south of the old city, incorporating preexisting communities and infrastructure.
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We are starting a new series and a new way of discovering the beauty of India – through images and colour.

And our first selection is Agra – architecture through the eyes and lense of Trey Ratcliff



All Rights Reserved – Trey Ratcliff – From Stuck In Customs www.stuckincustoms.com

Feel free to comment and to send us your best images of India

By Satya Narayan

Beaches Of Goa

The mystic land of India has many holiday destinations, which are as much interesting as the southwestern beaches of India. The scintillating beaches of India are an unforgettable and memorable experience that presents a tempting combination of sun, sand, sea and sport! India offers a list of options when it comes to beach holidays. Be it the picturesque beaches of Kovalam, Marina or Goa, there are some entertainment hidden for every vacationer in each one of them. The beaches not only focus on tourism but also on the entertainment for local people.

If you plan of holidaying and getting in touch with Mother Nature then Goa is the place where you need to relax your mind and soul. Along with the beaches that attract a millions of visitors to its shores, Goa is also a place of carnivals and ages old churches, temples, lighthouses to gaze up at and traditional villages that will carry you to forgotten days. The local people are as lively as Goa. They are courteous and helpful to the tourists, making this land a perfect getaway for any vacationer!
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