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For all the adventure seekers, Leh Ladakh tourism is the best option. It offers ample opportunities to try out the rarest of adventure sports. Mountaineering is one of such activities. Mountaineering in Leh Ladakh, however being risky, is the most popular among tourists. Leh Ladakh tour packages are specially designed while keeping your safety in mind on a priority basis. Ladakh, India, is simply the paradise of mountaineers with its countless peaks and huge mountain ranges.
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For all the adventure seekers, Leh Ladakh tourism is the best option. It offers ample opportunities to try out the rarest of adventure sports. Mountaineering is one of such activities. Mountaineering in Leh Ladakh, however being risky, is the most popular among tourists. Leh Ladakh tour packages are specially designed while keeping your safety in mind on a priority basis. Ladakh, India, is simply the paradise of mountaineers with its countless peaks and huge mountain ranges. Continue Reading »
If adventure is your cup of tea, and you are thinking about India- do not forget to spend a few days in Goa. This small state is a paradise while choosing your honeymoon packages or planning a relaxing holiday with family or friends. Goa is a gem in your India tour which offers the best of water sports. India tourism is famous for its diversities, which offers something exciting to all its guests.
If you think that Goa is only about picturesque palm-fringed Photographed by Anoop Negi beaches, think again !! This evergreen destination is known as India’s most exciting, romantic, laid back and classic tourist destination. Whether you are searching for fun, adventure, sunshine, spirituality, relaxation or the best of sea food- Goa is the perfect magical land for you. When it comes to adventure, this small state is a paradise for all the water sports lover. The long coastline of Goa offers excellent opportunities to indulge in a number of water sports activities. A few popular activities in this category are: -Dinghy Sailing -Parasailing -Scuba Diving -Water Skiing -Water Scootering -Windsurfing -Jet Skiing -Banana Boat Riding -Swimming -Snorkeling -Deep Sea Fishing Continue Reading »
The woolen fabric known as “cashmere” originated in the Himalayan Mountains from the Kashmiri goat and is the down-like undercoat which the goat grows from roughly mid-summer until winter. Cashmere wool, or simply cashmere, is characterized by its longevity, softness, and warmth when woven into garments as well as being a natural insulation that is not bulky. The fabric is also characterized by its increasing softness the more it is worn and has often been referred to as the “Fabric of Kings.”
Each goat will normally yield only 3 to 8 ounces of cashmere wool annually and a single-ply woman’s sweater requires roughly 10-12 ounces (or 3-4 goats) for its manufacture. At one time, the price of cashmere exceeded $200 (USD) per pound. So the rarity of the fiber is always an economic issue. Its quality is usually defined by the diameter, length, and the texture of the fiber itself, and this quality is also affected by the climate where the goats mature and the types of food and nutrients that they consume. Continue Reading »
Looking for an incomparable adventuresome trip? If you are a keen windsurfer or water sports enthusiast, visit the fabulous Goan coastline. Pack your bag, board and rig, and you’re absolutely on the right track. Water sports and other activities in Goa, along with your friends or family, can be a great fun as well as unforgettable experience in your life. Such activities are a prime and exciting option while holidaying in Goa.
Major Sports/Activities Goa’s golden beaches, mesmerizing climate and long shoreline together form a perfect place for adventure. When it comes to purely the water sports, Goa is frequented for Dinghy Sailing (beer and sandwich sailing), Scuba Diving, Windsurfing, Water Skiing, Angling, Parasailing etc. Continue Reading »