http://nsyght.com/users/SanthoshAnand/rss.xml Nsyght is a search engine powered by you, your bookmarks,and your friends. en-us 50 Set in the lush green hills of the Sahyadris, Lonavala is at an altitude of 625 m and is the most popular weekend destination from Mumbai and Pune. Mon, 19 May 2008 10:04:58 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Lonavala-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Lonavala-Overview.html Located amid the thick and forests of the Nallamalai hills, in the northeastern area of Kurnool District and on the banks of river Krishna, Srisailam is about 232 km from Hyderabad. Mon, 19 May 2008 10:03:19 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Srisailam-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Srisailam-Overview.html Punjab is situated in northwestern India. Though the present state covers a rather small area, earlier Punjab was a huge region spanning across the present Indo-Pakistan border. Mon, 19 May 2008 10:01:08 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Punjab-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Punjab-Overview.html Explore rural arts, heritage and stay at Village Homestays in the most remote parts of the country. Mon, 19 May 2008 10:00:55 GMT http://indiatravelbuzz.wordpress.com/2008/05/15/rural-tourism-in-indian-villages http://indiatravelbuzz.wordpress.com/2008/05/15/rural-tourism-in-indian-villages 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... Mon, 19 May 2008 09:58:25 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Agra-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Agra-Overview.html More summer destinations. Celebrate warm weather and outdoor fun - the best spots to be at now! Mon, 19 May 2008 08:47:49 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/India-Summer-Destinations-2.php http://www.holidayiq.com/India-Summer-Destinations-2.php Popular summer destinations and highlights of the best spots in the country to be at the height of the season, retreats that refresh and rejuvenate. So what are you waiting for? Pack your travel bags and head out! Mon, 19 May 2008 08:46:25 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/India-Summer-Destinations.php http://www.holidayiq.com/India-Summer-Destinations.php A meet-and-greet for HolidayIQ?s travel-lovers. A highlight of the exclusive evening with Yossi Ghinsberg, an eternal nomad himself, recounting the amazing story of his 3 week ordeal in the uncharted Amazon jungles. Mon, 19 May 2008 08:45:07 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/holidayiq_offline_event.php http://www.holidayiq.com/holidayiq_offline_event.php A picturesque town dotted with groves of casuarina plantations and wooden cottages, Murud was the erstwhile capital of Janjira in Raigad district. Sat, 17 May 2008 11:11:52 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Murud-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Murud-Overview.html Nestling between five hills in the Krishna valley, Panchgani (1,334 m) is flanked by the second highest volcanic mountain plateau in Asia on one side and jagged cliffs on the other. Sat, 17 May 2008 08:44:29 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Panchgani-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Panchgani-Overview.html Located near Kundapur and about 140 km from Mangalore in Karnataka, Kollur is an important pilgrim place for Hindus. Sat, 17 May 2008 08:43:22 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Kollur-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Kollur-Overview.html Delhi, the capital of India, is located in north India, surrounded by Uttar Pradesh and Haryana on three sides, straddling the river Yamuna. Administratively, it is a Union Territory, called the National Capital Region, but it is also partially a state, having been given its own legislative assembly in 1991. Fri, 16 May 2008 11:06:25 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Delhi-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Delhi-Overview.html Once referred to as the Oxford of the east, Pune continues to be a stronghold for academics and culture. Its leisurely ambience finds its roots in its history as a cantonment town since the 19th century. Fri, 16 May 2008 11:03:39 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Pune-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Pune-Overview.html Art Gallery is the most famous exhibition centre of Mumbai with regular shows held by eminent artists. Fri, 16 May 2008 11:02:16 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Mumbai-Ovrerview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Mumbai-Ovrerview.html Auli is a recently developed winter ski resort in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. Perched at an elevation of 2,500 metres, Auli offers a magnificent view of the Himalayan ranges and excellent slopes covered in soft snow meant for skiing. Fri, 16 May 2008 10:59:07 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Auli-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Auli-Overview.html Rajasthan is bisected by the Aravalli hills, dividing it into two distinct landscapes. On the west is Rajasthan's unique feature, the Thar Desert an area of sand, scrub and thorn. The other is the region to the east of the Aravallis, which is more rain fed and hospitable Fri, 16 May 2008 10:43:43 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Rajasthan-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Rajasthan-Overview.html The state of Jharkhand is located in eastern India and came into existence in the year 2000 by reorganizing the southern regions of Bihar state Fri, 16 May 2008 10:42:24 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Jharkhand-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Jharkhand-Overview.html Digha is one of the most popular beach haunts and weekend getaways for the people of West Bengal. Around 187 km away from Kolkata, Digha, originally known as Beerkul, is well known for its hard flat beaches, allowing long drives and walks during the low tides. Thu, 15 May 2008 11:01:26 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Digha-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Digha-Overview.html Beautiful city with lots of peace. Go there without any fear. A beautiful dal lake , Boulevard Road , Mughal gardens and Shankharachyara temple will ... Thu, 15 May 2008 11:00:00 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Srinagar-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Srinagar-Overview.html Gujarat is the westernmost state of India, a part of it projecting out into the Arabian Sea. It shares an international border with Pakistan in the northwest and common borders with the states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, and the Union Territories of Diu, Daman and Dadra & Nagar Haveli. Wed, 14 May 2008 07:39:11 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Gujarat-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Gujarat-Overview.html Between the beaches of Baga and Candolim lies the 4 mile long Queen of Beaches, Calangute. This idyllic fishing village with its beautiful coconut tree lined, pristine beach was said to have been discovered in the 1960's by the hippies. Wed, 14 May 2008 07:34:47 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Calangute-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Calangute-Overview.html Located at a distance of 90 km  from Kurnool and 256 Km from Hyderabad, Mantralayam is famous for the 'Samadhi' of the well-known Vaishnaviite saint, Sri Raghavendra Teertha. Tue, 13 May 2008 08:30:06 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Mantralayam-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Mantralayam-Overview.html 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 it neighbours. Tue, 13 May 2008 08:27:00 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Darjeeling-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Darjeeling-Overview.html Madhya Pradesh, situated in the centre of India, is often called the heart of India. It is surrounded by Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Rajasthan. Mon, 12 May 2008 07:42:37 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Madhya-Pradesh-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Madhya-Pradesh-Overview.html Sixty kilometers from Mangalore, is the temple town of Udupi, famous for its Krishna temple established in the 13th century by the great Sanskrit philosopher, Madhavacharya. Mon, 12 May 2008 07:41:55 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Udupi-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Udupi-Overview.html The Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a Union Territory of India. This is a group of 572 islands, islets and rocks formed by a submarine mountain range in the Bay of Bengal, more than a 1000km from the east coast of India. Fri, 09 May 2008 07:59:05 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Andaman-Nicobar-Overvierw.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Andaman-Nicobar-Overvierw.html Lying in a densely forested plateau in the Sahyadri Range, Saputara holds the distinction of being the only hill station in Gujarat. Fri, 09 May 2008 07:57:48 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Saputara-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Saputara-Overview.html West Bengal is situated in east India, with Bangladesh abutting most of its eastern border. The states of Orissa, Jharkhand, Bihar lie on its west and its northern parts touch Assam and Sikkim, as well as the international borders of Bhutan and Nepal. Thu, 08 May 2008 08:16:27 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/West-Bengal-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/West-Bengal-Overview.html The Union Territory of Pudhucherry (earlier Pondicherry) comprises of the four unconnected, erstwhile French settlements of Pudhucherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam. Thu, 08 May 2008 08:14:49 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Pondicherry-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Pondicherry-Overview.html On the southwestern coast of India, almost touching the tip of the peninsula, Kerala occupies the region known as the Malabar Coast. It is surrounded by the south Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Wed, 07 May 2008 10:22:25 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Kerala-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Kerala-Overview.html A popular tourist destination at 570km from New Delhi and 280km from Shimla, Manali is the northern-most town of Himachal Pradesh's Kullu Valley Wed, 07 May 2008 10:19:45 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Manali-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Manali-Overview.html A small, idyllic town on the narrow strip of the Arabian Sea, at the southern tip of Mumbai, Alibagh or Alibaug, is fringed with tall coconut trees and golden sandy beaches lapped by the ocean. Tue, 06 May 2008 12:37:16 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Alibaug-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Alibaug-Overview.html India's smallest state Goa is located on the western coast of the country, adjoining the Arabian Sea, which provides the beach holidays that Goa is internationally famous for. Tue, 06 May 2008 12:35:07 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Goa-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Goa-Overview.html Nandi Hills is a Hill Station very close to the international airport and about 60 km from Bangalore, in Devanahalli. Located about 2 km from the National Highway (NH-7). Mon, 05 May 2008 07:04:11 GMT http://karnataka-travel-tourism.blogspot.com/2008/05/beehives-on-nandi-hills-travel-photo-of.html http://karnataka-travel-tourism.blogspot.com/2008/05/beehives-on-nandi-hills-travel-photo-of.html Chikmagalur is no longer a poor cousin of Coorg, the number of new Chikmagalur Home Stays and Chikmagalur Hotels or Resorts opening every month is a good indicator of this destination?s growing popularity. Mon, 05 May 2008 07:03:34 GMT http://karnataka-travel-tourism.blogspot.com/2008/05/woodway-chikmagalur-homestay-of-week.html http://karnataka-travel-tourism.blogspot.com/2008/05/woodway-chikmagalur-homestay-of-week.html Short on time (well who is not), here is a quick way to see and understand Bangalore, Enjoy a quick Video Guide to Bangalore. Mon, 05 May 2008 06:55:41 GMT http://karnataka-travel-tourism.blogspot.com/2008/05/quick-video-guide-to-bangalore.html http://karnataka-travel-tourism.blogspot.com/2008/05/quick-video-guide-to-bangalore.html The City of Palaces, and an erstwhile capital of the Wodeyar Dynasty, Mysore is the second largest City of Karnataka, and also its cultural capital. The word Mysore is derived from Mahishuru ? Sat, 03 May 2008 05:04:18 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Mysore-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Mysore-Overview.html 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 ? Sat, 03 May 2008 05:03:38 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Yercaud-Overview.htmlhttp://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Yercaud-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Yercaud-Overview.htmlhttp://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Yercaud-Overview.html Kodaikanal, or Kodai as it's better known, is a quiet hill station at an altitude of 2,195 m, on the southern ridge of the Palani hills in Tamil Nadu. It is popular amongst the locals as well as other tourists ? Sat, 03 May 2008 05:03:00 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Kodaikanal-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Kodaikanal-Overview.html Daman & Diu, the second smallest Union Territory of India, is located on the west coast. Daman and Diu are two separate areas, geographically located within the state of Gujarat. Daman is close to the town ? Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:45:46 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Daman-Diu-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Daman-Diu-Overview.html A quaint little town along the Konkan Coast of Maharashtra, Ganapatipule is a popular beach haven. Legend has it, that Lord Ganapati (a Hindu God), on being offended by a native lady ? Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:44:25 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Ganapatipule-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Ganapatipule-Overview.html A city of multiple cultures, Mangalore is a seaside town on the Konkan coast, and a very important port city of the state of Karnataka. The origin of the city's name is from the Goddess Mangaladevi. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:11:26 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Mangalore-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Mangalore-Overview.html If there is heaven on earth, it is here, it is here, it is here. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:09:13 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Jammu-Kashmir-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Jammu-Kashmir-Overview.html 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. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 11:36:41 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Bangalore-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Bangalore-Overview.html 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 ... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 11:35:55 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Kashid-Beach-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Kashid-Beach-Overview.html Agartala was established by the kings of the Manikya dynasty, and it was originally known as 'Haveli'. Culturally the city is dominated by Bengalis, and most people speak Bengali on the streets. The festival of Durga Puja is celebrated ... Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:18:46 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Agartala-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Agartala-Overview.html Shillong is the picturesque district headquarters of the East Khasi Hills and one of the northeast's most popular hill stations. Its stunning natural setting enshrouded in mists, broken by sunny days, urge you to venture into the green hillsides to spend wonderful moments in the ... Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:17:44 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Shillong-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Shillong-Overview.html The picturesque state capital at the southern tip of Nagaland overlooks a beautiful valley with panoramic views of the rugged Naga Hills. Situated at an altitude of 4900 ft, Kohima is pretty much unexplored with untouched locales ... Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:16:54 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Kohima-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Kohima-Overview.html New Delhi is the place to be - to live in & to enjoy !! For outsiders it is a way to see the modern ... Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:16:10 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/New-Delhi-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/New-Delhi-Overview.html The state capital of Mizoram, home to important government offices, the State Assembly and Civil Secretariat, Aizawl is one of the most important cities of the Northeast. Perched on high hills, it abounds in natural beauty with an endless variety of landscape, hilly terrains, meandering streams, deep gorges, and a rich wealth of flora and fauna. Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:15:30 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Aizawl-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Aizawl-Overview.html Coorg offers you a fascinating past, captivating natural beauty, great cuisine and aromas of the coffee plantations, oranges and honey. Described as the Scotland of India, Coorg lies ... Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:14:47 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Coorg-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Coorg-Overview.html Karnataka has the coastal plains abutting the sea, the Western Ghats running parallel to the coastline, and the inland plains of the Deccan Plateau. Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:14:11 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Karnataka-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Karnataka-Overview.html This picturesque hill station, is known as the Queen of Maharashtra's hill stations. Maha popularity is nly as a honeymoon spot and a great weekend getaway, but also because of its historical and religious significance. Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:13:32 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Mahabaleshwar-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/destinations/Mahabaleshwar-Overview.html State of Western Ghats, Financial Capital Mumbai, Vibrant Pubs, Ethnic Communities and Hindi film industry Bollywood. Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:12:53 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Maharashtra-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Maharashtra-Overview.html Andhra Pradesh has three regions: Coastal Andhra in the east, Telangana in the north, and Rayalseema in the south. Its two biggest rivers, Godavari and Krishna, both flow across the state from west to east into the Bay of Bengal. Thu, 24 Apr 2008 11:58:59 GMT http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Andhra-Pradesh-Overview.html http://www.holidayiq.com/states/Andhra-Pradesh-Overview.html