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Mumbai or Bombay whichever way you like to call it is a city of stardust and millions of dreams as they say. The financial capital of India, Mumbai has carved a specific place for itself on the map of the world. A conglomerate of seven islands, this city got its present name – Mumbai in 1996, earlier it was known as Bombay, the name given to it by the British. The never say die spirit and never ending energy of Mumbai has earned it an epithet of the ‘City which Never Sleeps’.
A gateway to India for the ships from the west, Mumbai truly present the people with the real picture of India. A cocktail of people from all over the country make it a mini India. Mumbai can also be reached through air, rail and road. If you are traveling by air, Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is the city’s connecting point with the world. This Mumbai Airport provides air network to the city of Mumbai with international as well as national destinations. Continue Reading »
If you want to taste the royalty of Rajas and Maharajas or if you want to experience the rich culture and heritage of India, then pack up your bags and explore the different sites of Rajasthan. India’s tradition, culture and rich heritage resides in the heart of Rajasthan. To name a few, Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Rambagh Palace Hotel, Jantar Mantar, Chittorgarh fort, famous Keoladeo Ghana National Park are the main centre of attraction. [ Photograph by Zé Eduardo ] People from every corner of India as well as foreigners come here to feel the warmth of its rich culture and heritage. The beauty of Rajasthan is indefinable. The people who visit the place once cannot resist themselves from visiting twice or may be thrice. If you had not visited the place ever, then make up your mind to visit at least once. Its exotic beauty will call you repeatedly. So, plan your trip to Rajasthan at the earliest. Continue Reading »
Uttar Pradesh (North State) was the biggest state in India. A diverse and multicultural foundation of the state offers a range of flavors and tastes in gourmet food. From Mughali dishes to authentic rustic flavor to kebabs and biryanis (rice preparation) cuisine of Uttar Pradesh is rich, invigorating and mouth-watering.
Indian food, especially food from Uttar Pradesh is similar to the cooking patterns of Middle East and Central Asia. Consisting of both non-vegetarian and vegetarian dishes, the most significant influence on this cuisine is Mughali, referencing the cooking techniques used by people back in the days of the Mughal Empire. Continue Reading »
I am firmly convinced the country of India was transplanted from another planet. You will find no other place like it on this world.
India
India is a country where you will see everything you can imagine. More importantly, everything you will see will be intense. You will not see a beggar, you will see millions of them. You will not see a beautiful beach, you will see the most beautiful beaches in the world. Places of wealth are so over the top you’ll be stunned. The shanty towns of the poor, on the other hand, will set you back on your heals.
India is the one place you can visit and come away completely enthralled and disgusted at the same time. If your idea of traveling is sitting in a posh hotel, India has such resorts but you’ll be unable to avoid the less attractive areas. If you prefer to get out and take in a culture that is completely alien to your own, you will never find a better place than India. Continue Reading »
Are you considering India as the destination of your next wild adventure? Below you’ll find an account from a fellow traveler of the amazing views and experiences to be had in this breathtaking, culture filled land.
Long haul vacations have become commonplace today as more of us seek out exotic destinations. There is nothing more fascinating than discovering the hidden wonders India has to offer. It is a country of contrast, with wonderful scenery, top class accommodation and ancient temples. India really offers the best of both worlds, you can visit the amazing sites and experience the tourist culture on offer, and just five minutes down the road you can stumble upon true third world conditions where for some, every day is a struggle to survive. Visiting these parts of India can be very humbling experience, to have the opportunity to see how a hidden majority of the population lives, and even to inspire oneself to take the steps to giving something back to these communities in need. Continue Reading »
Like many cities in India, Delhi is packed to the gills with people. Delhi is unique, however, because it mixes the old with the new.
New Delhi
If you fly into Delhi, you will inevitably end up in New Delhi. This section of the city is very modern in relation to the rest of the country. Roads are wide and organized with something other than a chaos theme. You’ll actually be able to walk without feeling like a cow in a heard, which is [ Photograph byDennis G.Jarvis ] very unique in India. On the other hand, New Delhi just doesn’t have that ancient Indian charm found in other cities. It’s a good place to get a hotel room, but you’ll need to venture into the city proper to get a taste of India.
Old Delhi
Old Delhi is where the action is if you really want to experience India. The streets are a chaotic mass of markets, overbuilt streets, signage that would make Las Vegas blush and monuments to the past. The best way to see Old Delhi is to catch an auto rickshaw to the Red Fort and then just start wandering around the bazaars and old markets. Hotels will try to rent you mopeds, but this isn’t advisable if you’re hitting Old Delhi. The chaos will overwhelm you and you definitely don’t want to run into a sacred cow. Continue Reading »
Spices and more spices and a fragrance that will lift your spirit up: this is the essence of Indian food. The diversity of Indian culture shows in the cuisine and every Indian state has its own top dishes. Indian recipes comprise of delectable vegetarian dishes as well as traditional non vegetarian dishes with accompaniments like pickles, pappads, chutneys and dessert.
Indian food has a strong influence from different cultural groups and even conquerors from far off kingdoms and over the years different cuisines have come together to represent the Indian traditional cuisine. Mughal emperors brought with them the magical preparation of Biryani while Afghans, Persians and Arabs introduced non-vegetarian fare dipped in rich aromatic gravy and laced with almonds and cashew nuts. That’s some calories but the taste is out of the world! Continue Reading »
Welcome to magical land of Rajasthan, India. It is a land which is blessed with several kinds of tourisms. In whatever the region of Rajasthan you will travel in, you will find a special magic in region. In fact, it is a magical platform which provides several avenues of tourism in India. It provides cultural tourism, rural tourism, heritage tourism, wildlife tourism, adventure tourism, sports tourism, etc. Besides these what a tourist can demand for. Then why not you embark on magical Rajasthan tours to get captivated with ‘ special magic tours.
Rajasthan is India’s largest state and most appealing tourist destinations. It is well-known all over the world. What make it a premier travel destination in India are its rich cultural heritage, colorful tradition, exotic costumes, fine cuisine, ancient and medieval forts and palaces, stunningly painted havelis, terrific temples, fairs and festivals, enchanting cities, rich flora and fauna, great deserts, etc. Continue Reading »
If you want to taste the royalty of Rajas and Maharajas or if you want to experience the rich culture and heritage of India, then pack up your bags and explore the different sites of Rajasthan. India’s tradition, culture and rich heritage resides in the heart of Rajasthan. To name a few, Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Rambagh Palace Hotel, Jantar Mantar, Chittorgarh fort, famous Keoladeo Ghana National Park are the main centre of attraction. [ Photograph by 
Like many cities in India, Delhi is packed to the gills with people. Delhi is unique, however, because it mixes the old with the new.
