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Ladakh (Leh) Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:50:01 GMT

Miles of cold desert swept by freezing winds and brilliant sunlight, placid blue lakes, barren landscape and multi-hued mountains - Ladakh is a land like no other. Tucked between two of the world's greatest mountain ranges.
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Khajuraho Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:47:44 GMT

Located in the Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho has emerged as a renowned tourist destination from a tiny unknown village. A World UNESCO Heritage Site, Khajuraho is better known as the Temple Town.
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Hampi Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:45:38 GMT

Listed as a World Heritage Site, Hampi the city of ruins is one of the most captivating historical sites of South India.
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Gwalior Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:43:14 GMT

Known for its rich cultural heritage, the city of Gwalior has played an integral role in Indian history from ancient times, through the medieval era, and later during the Moghul and British colonial rule.
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Guwahati Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:41:21 GMT

The Gateway to Northeastern India, Guwahati is Assam's largest commercial and industrial city and an important link for tourists to halt before they head out to the North Eastern states.
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Darjeeling Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:38:44 GMT

A quintessential, British Raj-era hill station, Darjeeling is situated in the lower Himalayas at a height of 6,982ft. In the upper reaches of the state of West Bengal, it is the headquarters of Darjeeling district and counts Nepal, Sikkim and Bhutan as its neighbours.
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Coorg Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:36:31 GMT

Also known as Kodagu, this is a place said to haunt you forever with its timeless beauty. Coorg offers you a fascinating past, captivating natural beauty, great cuisine and aromas of the coffee plantations.
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Bhubaneswar Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:34:23 GMT

Also referred to as the Temple City, Bhubaneswar was once home to over 7000 Hindu temples built over seven centuries.
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Bhopal Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:32:00 GMT

Bhopal, the City of Lakes is the capital of Madhya Pradesh and the second biggest city after Indore. Flying into Raja Bhoj airport visitors are reminded of the origins of this lake-filled city in Central India. In the 11th century Raja Bhoja of the Parmara dynasty was struck by leprosy.
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Bangalore Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:29:59 GMT

Karnataka's largest city and one of Asia's fastest growing metropolises, Bangalore is an amalgam of the finest of the old and the new in terms of industry, education and talent.
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Badami Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:27:57 GMT

Badami was founded in 540 AD by Pulakesi I. It went on to serve as the capital of the early Chalukyan kings who ruled large parts of Karnataka and adjoining Andhra Pradesh from the 6th - 8th centuries.
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Ajanta & Ellora Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:24:52 GMT

Discovered by chance in the jungles of the Sahayadri range, the Ajanta Cave complex with its stunning murals has been mesmerising visitors from around the globe for decades. It is about 100 odd km from Aurangabad city.
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Ahmedabad Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:23:00 GMT

Ahmedabad is old textile city is inextricably linked to India's independence movement. It is from here that Mahatma Gandhi launched his famous Dandi March, as a protest against the Salt Tax, putting India on the path of non-violence.
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Ranikhet Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:20:26 GMT

Surrounded by lush green meadows, towering mountains and spectacular views, the hill resort of Ranikhet is high up in the Kumaon Hills at an altitude of nearly 6,000 ft.
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Ranakpur Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:18:37 GMT

Nestled amidst the dense forested valleys of the Aravalli Hills, in the Pali district of Rajasthan, the small town of Ranakpur is one of the five major holy sites for the Jain community.
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Raichak Hotels, India

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:15:25 GMT

A beautiful 18th century fort is testimony to the splendid bygone era in Raichak, a small town in West Bengal. Located on the banks of Hooghly River, Raichak is 50 Km from Kolkata, making it an ideal destination for weekend tourists.
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Kochi (Cochin) Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:49:45 GMT

Kerala's most visited tourist destination, Kochi, has one of the finest natural harbours in India around which is based an ancient history of maritime trade. The cosmopolitan city is fascinating in many ways - the beautiful sea front with Chinese fishing nets and stalls selling seafood; the
Submited by Anand 29, May 2008

Jodhpur Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:48:27 GMT

The second largest city in Rajasthan, Jodhpur has been the hub of Marwari traders since time immemorial. The Mehrangarh Fort rises dramatically out of the rugged mountainside and is surrounded by the blue washed houses that dominate the city's landscape. Started in 1459 by Rao Jodha, the fort
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Jaisalmer Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:46:32 GMT

Rajasthan's Golden City, named so because of its magnificent yellow sandstone structures, is an artistic marvel in the midst of the arid desert. The splendid palaces and havelis with intricate carvings, latticed windows and 'jharokas' or balconies, showcase the artistry of the Rajasthani
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Jaipur Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:45:16 GMT

aipur or the "Pink City' as it is popularly called makes up one of the three points in the Golden Triangle of Indian tourism, the other two being Delhi and Agra. It is also the gateway to Rajasthan - and a visit to the city gives you a glimpse of the entire Rajasthan experience: forts, palaces,
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Hyderabad Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:43:59 GMT

Once India's biggest and richest princely state, Hyderabad is known for its courtly speech and manners, historic monuments and a distinct cuisine. Today, Hyderabad is India's fifth-largest city, is home to more than 6 million people, and is one of India's leading centres of Information Technology.
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Amritsar Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:42:33 GMT

Amrit-Sarovar - the Pool of Nectar of Immortality - and so it is for millions of Sikhs. This city takes its name from Sikhism's holiest shrine, the Harmandir Sahib, also called the Golden Temple or Darbar
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Yercaud Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:41:21 GMT

Yeracaud is situated in the green vistas of the Shervaoyan Hills in the Eastern Ghats, close to the town of Salem in Tamil Nadu. Its popularity as an escape from the heat and grime of the city rests not just upon its landscape of forest covered hill-sides, and coffee, cardamom and black pepper
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Wayanad Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:40:04 GMT

This unspoilt expanse of virgin rainforests in the Western Ghats in northeastern Kerala, (south of Coorg) is bordered by the Nagarhole National Park, Bandipur National Park and Mudumalai. The misty environs of Wayanad offer a wide range of trekking opportunities, plantation visits and wildlife
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Vishakapatnam Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:38:36 GMT

Once an anonymous little fishing village in the Eastern Ghats, overlooking the Bay of Bengal, Vishakapatnam or Vizag, has risen to become one of the country's busiest commercial ports and largest shipbuilding
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Shekhawati Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:37:10 GMT

The Shekhawati region comprising the districts of Jhunjhunu and Sikar in northeastern Rajasthan, derives its name from Rao Shekha (1433-88) a scion of the house of Jaipur's Kachhwaha clan. The havelis or mansions in this region, from which hail some of the most established names of Indian
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Lahaul and Spiti Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:34:21 GMT

Lahual and Spiti, are twin valleys situated on the north eastern extremity of Himachal Pradesh, bordering Tibet. They comprise the largest district of the state. Quite in contrast to the green slopes and pine forests of other valleys of Himachal, the valleys are cut off from the rest of the
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Kashid Beach Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:32:11 GMT

Kashid is an offbeat destination which is growing in popularity in travellers' itineraries. Sandwiched between two rocky hillocks, Kashid Beach on the shores of the Arabian Sea is one of the most beautiful stretches in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. White sand beaches fringed by casuarinas..
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Karwar Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:30:32 GMT

Karwar is a port town situated 100 Km from Goa and 260 Km north of Mangalore. Tucked between the sea on one side and the Western Ghats on the other, Karwar is an unexplored destination. The tranquil ambience of the place had inspired the famed poet, Rabindranath Tagore to pen his first play here.
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Kanyakumari Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:29:11 GMT

The coast town of Kanyakumari or Cape Comorin lies at the southernmost tip of India where the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean meet. It has been an important centre for art, religion and trade for centuries. Flanked by hills and paddy fields on one side and the ocean on the other,
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Kanpur Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:26:48 GMT

Situated on the banks of the River Ganges, Kanpur is the largest city in Uttar Pradesh and one of its main industrial hubs. The city is famous for its leather exports and production of cotton fabrics. It also has a strong association with the Indian independence movement. The city was quite
Submited by Anand 29, May 2008

Agra Hotels, India

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:25:27 GMT

Known for the world's most beautiful monument of love, the Taj Mahal, Agra is where the Mughals lived out their theatrics of power and intrigue, of love and piety, of ambition and heartbreak... Yes Agra has seen it all...held it and lost it to now become an important holiday destination on a
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Dahanu, Maharashtra, India

Mon, 26 May 2008 08:08:23 GMT

Located in the Thane district, about 145 kms from Mumbai, is Dahanu. It is a quiet seaside town with a sprawling, uncluttered beach. The entire beach stretch is about 17 kms, lined with casuarinas trees. The Dahanu village is mainly a fishing community. The entire stretch also has fruit orchards and is famous for its chickoos.
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Chikhaldara, Maharashtra, India

Mon, 26 May 2008 08:06:48 GMT

Located in the Amaravati district, Chikhaldhara is the only hill station in the Vidarbha region. It is situated at a height of 1,118 m and offers plenty wildlife, lovely lakes and waterfalls. According to legends, Chikaldhara is named after the demon Keechaka, who was killed by the Pandava hero, Bhima.
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Chandrapur, Maharashtra, India

Mon, 26 May 2008 08:05:20 GMT

Chandrapur is city and a municipal council in Chandrapur district in the state of Maharashtra, India. It is also the headquarters of Chandrapur district. Chandrapur has ancient temples of the goddess Mahakali and of Anchaleshwar, a form of the god Shiva. Also known as Chanda. It has various power generation units. The region is very rich in mineral wealth such as iron ore, limestone and coal. Many cement factories are located in this region. Due to large number of coal mines present around the city, the city is also known as City of Black Gold.
Submited by Anand 26, May 2008

Bhandardara, Maharashtra, India

Mon, 26 May 2008 08:03:27 GMT

Located in the middle of the Sahyadri Hills, and about 185 km from Mumbai on the Nasik road, is the hill station Bhandardara. It is known for its high mountains, waterfalls and lush greenery. Bhandardara has one of the most beautiful lakes in the country, known as Arthur Lake. It is formed by the waters of the Pravara River.
Submited by Anand 26, May 2008

Assam Tourism, India

Wed, 21 May 2008 14:00:44 GMT

Assam, in the north east of India, is the most advanced and accessible state in the otherwise underdeveloped and isolated region called Northeast India. It is surrounded by all the six northeast states: Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur, Meghalaya and Tripura, as well as by Bhutan and Bangladesh.
Submited by Anand 21, May 2008

Periyar, Kerala, India

Wed, 21 May 2008 13:59:38 GMT

A breathtakingly beautiful sanctuary located nearly 1800 m above sea level in the dense semi- and evergreen deciduous forests of Idukki district, Thekkady is a landlocked home for its myriad fauna and flora as well as for the Mannans, Palians and Ooralie tribes who still continue their ancient methods of herding and bee keeping.
Submited by Anand 21, May 2008

Alleppey, Venice of the East

Wed, 21 May 2008 13:58:25 GMT

Coined 'Venice of the East' Alleppey or Alapuzzha is a mosaic of mirror-still lagoons, picture book lakes, palm fringed canals and a long sandy beach - all brimming with glimpses of daily life in the Kerala country side.
Submited by Anand 21, May 2008

Cochin, Kerala, India

Wed, 21 May 2008 13:57:33 GMT

Kochi, formerly known as Cochin, is a city in the Indian state of Kerala. The city is one of the principal seaports of the country and is located in the district of Ernakulam, about 220 kilometres (137 mi) north of the state capital, Thiruvananthapuram.
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Kovalam, Kerala, India

Wed, 21 May 2008 13:56:23 GMT

Kovalam is a beach town on the Arabian Sea in Kerala, a state in south India. It is located around 16 km outside Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) City in the Thiruvananthapuram district.
Submited by Anand 21, May 2008

Kumarakom, Kerela, India

Wed, 21 May 2008 10:16:01 GMT

Kumarakom is a tourist village in Kottayam district, Kerala, India. It is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake in Kerala.
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Majorda Beach, Goa, India

Wed, 21 May 2008 10:14:41 GMT

The village of Majorda is a few kilometers away from the town of Margao, and just 5 kms from the Colva beach. It is known to be the place where the Jesuits discovered the sap from coconut palms also known as toddy, and used it for baking their delicious bread.
Submited by Anand 21, May 2008

Palolem, Goa, India

Wed, 21 May 2008 10:13:22 GMT

The palolem beach is largely unspoiled and is inhabited by both local fishermen and by foreign tourists who live in shacks along the shore. It is about one mile (2km) long and is crescent-shaped.
Submited by Anand 21, May 2008

Colva, Goa, India

Wed, 21 May 2008 09:02:06 GMT

Colva beach in the village of Colva, was known as a retreat for the elite of during the colonial days. It is now the second-most popular beach in Margao Goa (after Calangute). Located in south Goa, only 6km away from Margao, this is one of the longest running beaches 25 km along the coastline.
Submited by Anand 21, May 2008

Baga Beach, Goa, India

Wed, 21 May 2008 09:00:30 GMT

Baga is a beach town in the state of Goa, India. It comes under the jurisdiction of Calangute, which is 2 km (1 mi) south. Baga is known for its brown sands, and creek, the Baga Creek. It is visited by thousands of tourists annually.
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