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		<title>Tezu</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2021 04:48:43 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tezu is a town in Lohit district in the state of Arunachal Pradesh. It is the fifth largest city in Arunachal Pradesh. The Tibetan community in Teju lives in a settlement known as the Lama Camp. The original settlements here are known as Kham, Kongpo, and Pemako. They fled Chinese persecution in Tibet in 1960. [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tezu is a town in Lohit district in the state of Arunachal Pradesh. It is the fifth largest city in Arunachal Pradesh. The Tibetan community in Teju lives in a settlement known as the </span><b>Lama Camp</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The original settlements here are known as Kham, Kongpo, and Pemako. They fled Chinese persecution in Tibet in</span><b> 1960</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The city attracts numerous nature lovers, trekking buffs, and wildlife enthusiasts from across the country.</span></p>
<p><b>Visiting place in Tezu </b></p>
<p><b>Kamlang Wildlife Sanctuary</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kamlang Wildlife Sanctuary was established in </span><b>1989</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The sanctuary is named after the river Kamlang. The sanctuary is rich in flora and fauna. The tribal people living around the perimeter of the sanctuary, Mishmi, Digaru, and Miju Mishmi are believed to be their descendants from King Rukmo of the epic Mahabharata. The sanctuary is home to tigers, leopards, cloudy leopards, and snow leopards. The tribal people living around the sanctuary worship the invisible deity known as </span><b>Suto Fankeninan Jamalu</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p>
<p><b>Parshuram Kund</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Parashuram Kund is located in the lower part of</span> the<b> Lohit river</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in the Lohit district. This place is considered sacred for the people of Hinduism. This place is dedicated to Lord Parshuram. Parashuram Mela is organized at this place every year in the month of January. Devotees come here in large numbers every year. This place is considered an important pilgrimage place for tourists. Nava is very important in this kund on the day of Makar Sankranti. Some hermits live here at this place and take care of the temple dedicated to Lord Parashuram.</span></p>
<p><b>Dong </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dong is a small village. This village is the first sunrise in India. The village is located near the Walong circle of Tezu. The village is covered with mountains. The </span><b>snow-capped</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> mountains in this village and the view of the direct rays of the sun attract the tourists coming there. This is a beautiful place. This is a great place for a nature lover.</span></p>
<p><b>Tezu Jama Mosque</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tezu Jama Masjid is a local Islamic temple. This is a holy mosque. Teju Jama Masjid is located in the Lohit district. The mosque is familiar to the small township religious milieu. Teju Jama Masjid is an attractive place for everyone due to its grandeur in architecture.</span></p>
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		<title>Birthplace of the 6th Dalai Lama -Tawang</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2021 08:19:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The city of Tawang is located at an altitude of about 3048 meters. The city of Tawang is a spiritual city. The city is considered very sacred to the people of Buddhism. The city is the birthplace of the 6th Dalai Lama, Tsangyang Gyatso. There are many Buddhist monasteries here. It is known for many [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The city of Tawang is located at an altitude of about 3048 meters. The city of Tawang is a </span><b>spiritual city</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The city is considered very sacred to the people of Buddhism. The city is the birthplace of the </span><b>6th Dalai Lama</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Tsangyang Gyatso. There are many Buddhist monasteries here. It is known for many important and beautiful monasteries. It is important for Buddhist monks to define that area. Tawang is a place where you can see the natural beauty wrapped in the fragrance of spirituality.</span></p>
<p><b>Visiting place in Tawang </b></p>
<p><b>Tawang Monastery</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The monastery is believed to be</span><b> 400 years</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> old. Tawang Monastery is also known as the </span><b>Golden Namgyal Lhatse</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Built as a large mansion, it is home to more than </span><b>300 monks</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. It is known as the second-largest monastery in the world. Tawang Monastery was founded by Mera Lama Lodre Gyatso at the request of the 5th Dalai Lama, Nagwang Lobsang Gyatso. It is the largest Buddhist monastery in the world outside Tibet.</span></p>
<p><b>Sela Pass</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sela Pass is the most beautiful place in Arunachal Pradesh. This place is like a lifeline and paradise to the people there. This place is always covered with snow. This place is the center of attraction for the tourists coming there. Lake Sela is the gateway to Arunachal. The Sela Pass is the only road that connects the Tawan district to another district. The Sela pass is one of the most beautiful lakes in Arunachal.</span></p>
<p><b>Madhuri Lake</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lake Madhuri is also known as </span><b>Sangetsar Lake</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The heroine of the movie Koyla Madhuri Dixit danced on this lake. The name of this lake is Madhuri Talav. The lake has become more popular due to its appearance in the film. The lake holds a special place in the hearts of Buddhists in both India and nearby Tibet. Lake Madhuri is considered a gift of nature.</span></p>
<p><b>Gorichen Peak</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gorichen Peak is the </span><b>highest peak</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in the state of Arunachal Pradesh. The peak is located between Tawang and West Kameng districts. This peak is also locally known as </span><b>Sa-anga Fu</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The hunt is considered one of the most sacred peaks in the area, according to the local Mompa tribe. Gorichen stays </span><b>snowbound </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">all year round. This peak is very popular and famous for mountaineers. The locals call it a </span><b>white elephant</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> because of the huge snow-white carpet here.</span></p>
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		<title>City of Eternal Romance – Tezpur</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 01 May 2021 08:22:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tezpur is a beautiful city located in the state of Assam. Tezpur is located on the banks of the river Brahmaputra. Tezpur is known as the &#8220;Cultural Capital of Assam&#8220;.The place is surrounded by lush tea gardens, with endless stretches of paddy fields. Visiting place in Tezpur  Agnigarh Agnigarh is a hill located in Tezpur. [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tezpur is a beautiful city located in the state of Assam. Tezpur is located on the banks of the river Brahmaputra. Tezpur is known as the &#8220;</span><b>Cultural Capital of Assam</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">&#8220;.The place is surrounded by lush tea gardens, with endless stretches of paddy fields.</span></p>
<p><b>Visiting place in Tezpur </b></p>
<p><b>Agnigarh</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Agnigarh is a hill located in Tezpur. According to Hindu mythology, the fort was built by Banasura to keep his daughter Usha in solitude. Usha fell in love with Krishna&#8217;s grandson Aniruddha. When it came to their marriage, Usha&#8217;s father did not agree so there was a war between Hari and Harsh. Brahma requested the two to stop the war by keeping them between them. After Tir, Balasur agreed to this marriage. So this hill is also considered a symbol of love and war.</span></p>
<p><b>Chitralekha Udyan</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chitralekha Udyan was earlier called </span><b>Cole Park</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. It is named after a famous character in the Aniruddha-Usha love story. A drawing competition is organized here every year by the surrounding schools. Activities like bumping cars, paddle boating, and small rowing are done here to attract the tourists coming here.</span></p>
<p><b>Mahabhairav Temple</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The ancient Mahabhairav temple is located on a hill. The Mahabhairav temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The original form of this temple was made of stone. The temple has since been renovated and constructed of concrete. The land of this temple has been donated by the king of the </span><b>Tungkung dynasty</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. In the complex of this temple, the festival of Mahashiv Ratri is celebrated with much fanfare.</span></p>
<p><b>Ketakeshwar Dewal</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ketkeshwar Dewal is a holy place located in the Ketekibari area of Tezpur. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Shivling located here is considered to be one of the largest Shivlings in the world. It is believed that there was a strong earthquake in the past and the Shiva linga of this temple was overthrown from its place. So the temple falls into two parts, one of which is the actual Shivling and the other a few meters away from where the original base of the linga is located.</span></p>
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		<title>Sivasagar</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Apr 2021 04:49:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Shivsagar is a city in Assam. The city is named after the lake there. The city is surrounded by the Dehing Rainforest. The architecture of Sibsagar Assam State offers various tourist attractions related to wonders, history, and culture. Dating back to the Ahom dynasty, this cultural town is full of historic tourist attractions from forts [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Shivsagar is a city in Assam. The city is named after the lake there. The city is surrounded by the </span><b>Dehing Rainforest</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The architecture of Sibsagar Assam State offers various tourist attractions related to wonders, history, and culture. Dating back to the </span><b>Ahom dynasty</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, this cultural town is full of historic tourist attractions from forts with underground architecture to numerous temples. Shivsagar city was earlier known as </span><b>Rangpur city</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The city was the capital of the Ahom Kingdom from </span><b>1699 to 1788</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The province was occupied by the British in 1825 and was fully annexed in 1826.</span></p>
<p><b>Visiting place in Sivasagar </b></p>
<p><b>Sivadol</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sivadol is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is situated on the banks of Sibsagar lake. This temple was built by Ahom king Swargadev Siba Sinha&#8217;s queen Bar Raja Ambika in 1734. This temple is considered to be the tallest Shiva temple in India. Vishnu Dol and Devidol are also located in the temple premises. Soh Sashastra Durga, with various weapons, is the &#8220;</span><b>Pan-Himalayan</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">&#8221; theme adopted in the plastic arts of Ahom temple architecture. Some of the unique sculptures installed on the outer walls of the temple are of Goddess Durga, carved with 2 arms, 4 arms, 6 arms, 10 arms, and 16 arms.</span></p>
<p><b>Talatal Ghar</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Talatal Ghar is also known as Rangpur Palace. The Palace is one of the most impressive works of Tai Ahom architecture. It is the largest of all the Ahom monuments in the world. This palace is used by the Rajvi of Assam as a living palace. The palace is built in a typical Mughal architectural style. The palace is constructed entirely of organic materials &#8211; bricks and organic cement.</span></p>
<p><b>Rang Ghar</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rang Ghar served as a royal pavilion during the reign of the Ahom king. Here buffalo fights and other sports were played in Russian rocks. Rang Ghar is a two-story building. The Rang Ghar is also known as the Colosseum of the East. The Rang Ghar is considered one of the most ancient surviving amphitheaters in Asia. Owing to its rich historical importance, Rang Ghar was used as a logo for the </span><b>33rd National Games</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> held in Assam in 2007.</span></p>
<p><b>Kareng Ghar</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Kareng Palace is built of wood and stone. Karenge is a magnificent example of Ahom architecture. The old palace was destroyed and the present one was built in 1752. The structure of the palace consists of seven floors &#8211; three of which are underground.</span></p>
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		<title>The Cultural Capital of Assam – Jorhat</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Apr 2021 11:34:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jorhat is considered to be one of the major cities of the state of Assam. The city is the gateway to both Assam and Nagaland. The city is also home to the renowned historical monuments of Assamese culture. The city is famous all over India for its tea plantations. The city is also famous for [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jorhat is considered to be one of the major cities of the state of Assam. The city is the gateway to both Assam and Nagaland. The city is also home to the renowned historical monuments of </span><b>Assamese culture</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The city is famous all over India for its tea plantations. The city is also famous for its culture, mosques, tombs, and gardens. There are about </span><b>135 tea gardens</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in Jorhat. The city of Jorhat was the capital of the </span><b>Ahom Kingdom</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Ahom king Gaurinath Sinha moved Jorhat from the capital Sivasagar to East Rangpur in 1794. In 1896, the Jorhat Theater was founded by some of the city&#8217;s most famous people to perform cultural activities and plays.</span></p>
<p><b>Visiting palace in Jorhat </b></p>
<p><b>Dhekiakhowa Bornamghar</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dhekiakhowa Bornamghar was built in </span><b>1461</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> by the saint and reformer Madhavdev. This is a famous Assamese temple. The main purpose of starting this center was for the teaching of Vaishnavism. Various cultural and social programs are organized on this campus. A lamp has been lit in this temple which has been continuously lighting since 1528. It is called a Bornaamghar because of its historical association and a large campus.</span></p>
<p><b>Tocklai Tea Centre</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Tocklai Tea Centre is called the Tocklai </span><b>Tea Research </b><b> Centre </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">for Tea Research. The Tocklai Tea Center is a laboratory and research institute located near the Tocklai River in Jorhat. The Tocklai Tea  Centre was established in </span><b>1911</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The center is considered to be the largest and oldest tea station in the world. The purpose behind this center is to improve the development of tea by inventing several methods to expand the estimation of the beverage diet.</span></p>
<p><b>Hoollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This wildlife sanctuary is famous for its knee-deep Gibbon population. It is a separate protected area of evergreen forest in Assam. The Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary was formerly known as the Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary at Hullonga. The sanctuary was officially declared in 1997 and renamed. The Gibbons Sanctuary at Hullong is the only gibbons in India. The sanctuary is currently completely surrounded by tea gardens and some small villages. On May 25, 2004, the Government of Assam named it &#8220;</span><b>Hoollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">&#8221; by notification number.</span></p>
<p><b>Bangalpukhari</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bangalpukhari is a famous water tank. Bangalpukhari was built in 1739. This water tank is untouchable by the people of this city due to the legend that it will bring bad vices. The people of Jorhat do not use this tank as it is practically believed to have been made &#8220;</span><b>in human blood</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">&#8220;. Bengal was given money for his act of bravery, and he used this money to build Bangalpukhar. So this tank is not used by the locals as they believe that this tank was made by someone.</span></p>
<p><b>Thengal Bhavan</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The first </span><b>Assamese newspaper</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to be released from Thengal Bhawan is the official site. The site was built in 1880 by Rai Bahadur Shiva Prasad Baroh. From here the first newspaper was printed in the local language in 1929. This newspaper is known as Assamese Weekly. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">When this newspaper was first distributed, it was called Dainik Batori. </span></p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2021 12:58:46 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Guwahati is one of the largest cities in the state of Assam. Guwahati is located on the south bank of the Brahmaputra river. The city is one of the fastest-growing cities in India. The city is also called the &#8216;Gateway to North-East India&#8216;.There are many ancient temples like Kamakhya Temple, Ugratara Temple, Basistha Temple, and [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Guwahati is one of the largest cities in the state of Assam. Guwahati is located on the south bank of the Brahmaputra river. The city is one of the fastest-growing cities in India. The city is also called the &#8216;</span><b>Gateway to North-East India</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">&#8216;.There are many ancient temples like Kamakhya Temple, Ugratara Temple, Basistha Temple, and Dolgobinda hence this city is also called the </span><b>city of temples</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The city of Guwahati derives its name from an association of two Assamese words &#8211; &#8216;guwa&#8217; meaning areca nut and &#8216;hat&#8217; meaning market. The Shillong Plateau on this city was formerly known as Pragjyotishpur. The city is considered one of the oldest cities in Asia.</span></p>
<p><b>Visiting place in Guwahati</b></p>
<p><b>Kamakhya Temple</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Kamakhya Temple is dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya. This temple is considered to be one of the sacred 51 Shakti Peeths of the Hindus. The temple is located on Nilachal Hill in the western part of Guwahati city. This temple is a very sacred and auspicious temple for the followers of the Tantric sect. The Kamakhya temple celebrates the power of giving birth to a woman. In this temple, a festival is celebrated for 3-4 days in the month of June which is called the </span><b>Ambubachi festival</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p>
<p><b>Umananda Temple</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Umananda Temple is located on Peacock Island on the Brahmaputra River. The island was built in </span><b>1694 A.D</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Was performed by King Gadadhar Singha. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Apart from Lord Shiva, this temple has idols of 10 Hindu deities. Peacock Island is considered one of the smallest inhabited islands. It is said that according to the Kalikapurana, Lord Shiva sprinkled ashes here and gave knowledge to Goddess Parvati.</span></p>
<p><b>Assam State Museum</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Assam State Museum is also known as Assam State State Museum. The museum was established in </span><b>1940</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> during the period of foreign settlements in India. The museum displays new World War II artifacts and sculptures dating back to the 5th-12th centuries. The museum was originally established by the Kamrupa Research Committee, Assam Research Society to display the history, sculptures, and handicrafts of North East India. The museum was taken over by the Assam State Government in 1953.</span></p>
<p><b>Shrimanta Shankardeva Kalakshetra</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Shrimant Sankardev Kalakshetra is a cultural institute in Panjabari. The main purpose of this institute is to promote the culture, art, and tradition of Assam. The Kala Kendra was established in </span><b>1990</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The center is named after the medieval poet-playwright and reformer Shrimant Sankardev.In addition to the cultural museum, library, and children&#8217;s park, there are various facilities for the collection, display, and display of cultural objects.</span></p>
<p><b>Guwahati Planetarium</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Guwahati Planetarium is a center for teaching and research in astronomy. The planetarium uses the Japanese Goto tool. This place is an excellent place for ‘</span><b>universe lovers</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">’.Skywatching sessions are regularly held at the site by planetarium experts. Seminars, workshops and conferences are regularly organized here for astronomy comrades.</span></p>
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		<title>The Heritage and beaches city – Daman</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2021 04:56:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Daman is a beautiful small town. Daman is besieged by the state of Gujarat, Maharashtra, and the Arabian Sea. Its history is 2000 years old. The city is one of the Union Territories of India. The city is one of the most popular destinations for the people of Gujarat. The cool beaches, greenery, and scenic [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Daman is a beautiful small town. Daman is besieged by the state of Gujarat, Maharashtra, and the Arabian Sea. Its history is 2000 years old. The city is one of the </span><b>Union Territories</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> of India. The city is one of the most popular destinations for the people of Gujarat. The cool beaches, greenery, and scenic beauty of the city attract tourists. The river Ganga in Daman divides Daman into two parts, a small daman, and a large daman. The old city is mainly located in Moti-daman. The city of Vapi is the nearest town to Daman. Daman was incorporated into the Republic of India in December </span><b>1961</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> after a  war between the Portuguese and the Indians.</span></p>
<p><b>Visiting place in Daman </b></p>
<div id="attachment_8250" style="width: 610px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-8250" class="wp-image-8250" src="https://www.travelportalofindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Jampore-Beach-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" srcset="https://www.travelportalofindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Jampore-Beach-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.travelportalofindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Jampore-Beach-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.travelportalofindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Jampore-Beach.jpg 960w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /><p id="caption-attachment-8250" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>Jampore Beach</strong></p></div>
<p><b>Jampore Beach</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jampore Beach is located near Moti Daman. Horseback riding is also available to attract tourists. The beach is famous for its black mud-colored water. The beach is sandy and it is safe to swim. The beach is considered to be one of the most famous tourist destinations out there. This beach is one of the best places to visit for the locals. Covered with trees all over makes the place breezy and gives it an ecstatic look. </span></p>
<p><b>St Jerome Fort</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As you enter the castle of St. Jerome, you will see a huge statue of St. Jerome. St. Jerome, born Eusebius Hernandez Sophronius, was one of the most learned fathers of the Western Church. St. Jerome is considered one of the most famous pastors of the Catholic Church. This fort is also known as </span><b>Nani Daman Fort</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The campus contains other attractions namely the church of Our Lady of the Sea and a Jain temple. </span></p>
<p><b>Mirasol Lake Garden</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mirasol Lake Garden is a man-made garden. This garden is considered to be the most popular tourist destination of Daman. The garden is surrounded by a beautiful lake and </span><b>two islands </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">connected by a bridge. The garden is surrounded by a lake. A lake is also a place for shooting many films. The toy train in this garden is also the valley which attracts the tourists coming there. A garden is a great place for a day trip for the locals.</span></p>
<p><b>Jetty Garden</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> This stunning garden attracts the attention of the visitors with its exotic arrangements. This is one of the most beautiful places to visit. The beautiful fountains, sparkling river-facing seats, and well-laid are not laid out. Jetty Garden is located on the banks of the river Ganga. The fantastic arrangement of fountains in this garden attracts the tourists who come there. There are a variety of games for children.</span></p>
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		<title>A mini Goa – Diu</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:57:34 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Diu is located near Veraval port. This is a small island. It was formerly a Portuguese colony. Alcohol is legal in Diu. Diu is an important and famous tourist destination for the people of Gujarat. Diu District is the tenth least populous district in India. Diu is known for its Portuguese cathedral. The city is [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Diu is located near </span><b>Veraval port</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. This is a small</span><b> island</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. It was formerly a Portuguese colony. Alcohol is legal in Diu. Diu is an important and famous tourist destination for the people of Gujarat. Diu District is the tenth least populous district in India. Diu is known for its Portuguese cathedral. The city is a</span><b> fishing town</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. This city and district was formerly part of Saurashtra. The city was an important port on the Indian Ocean trade routes to the Arabian Sea. Diu is a popular tourist destination. This island is close to Gujarat so the people of Gujarat are very much seen here.</span></p>
<p><b>Visiting place in Diu </b></p>
<p><b>Diu Fort</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Diu Fort was built during the </span><b>Portuguese rule</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. This. The fort was a Portuguese colony. The fortress was built as part of Portuguese India&#8217;s defensive fortifications at the eastern tip of the island of Diu during the </span><b>16th century</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The fort of Diu is considered one of the </span><b>seven wonders</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> of Portuguese origin in the world. The fort is one of the most famous places to visit in Diu. The fort of Diu forms an attractive structure on the shores of the island. The lighthouse that one can climb leads to the highest point on the island and provides an Awesome view of the surrounding.</span></p>
<p><b>St. Paul Church</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">St. Paul&#8217;s Church is located in Diu, a central region of India. St. Paul&#8217;s Church is the largest and only functioning church in Diu. This church is dedicated to the Lady of Immaculate Conception. This church was built in </span><b>1601</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Famous worldwide for its stunning Jesuit architecture by Indian artisans, this church features a stunning creation of rich wood carvings. St. Paul&#8217;s Church is also known as the Apostle of Jesus, the Apostle of the Gentiles.</span></p>
<p><b>Nagaon Beach</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nagoa Beach is located on the edge of the Junagadh district. The main industry of the city is a tourism and it has 21 kilometers of coastline. Nagoya Beach is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Diu. The place is a revered destination for tourists from all over the world. A large number of tourists visit here in summer. The beach is located in the village of Nagoana in the village of Butcherwada and is a center of attraction for its </span><b>Hoka trees</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p>
<p><b>Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Gangeshwar temple is dedicated to the Transformer of the Trinity Lord Shiva. Gangeshwar Temple is located in Kudam village near Diu. This temple is believed to have been built by the Pandavas. There are five Shivlings in this temple. This is basically a cave temple located among the rocks on the beach. This temple is also known as &#8216;</span><b>Beach Temple</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">&#8216; because Shiva Ling is located on the beach. </span></p>
<p><b>Diu Museum</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Diu Museum is housed in St. Thomas Church. The church was built in </span><b>1598</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The church has since been turned into a museum. The museum also houses </span><b>400-year-old</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> wooden and marble statues of St. Thomas and St. Benedict. The church is built in Gothic style architecture.</span></p>
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		<title>Paris of the East – Pondicherry</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Apr 2021 04:08:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Pondicherry is the capital of the Union Territory of India. Pondicherry is the most populous city. The city is located near Tamil Nadu. The culture and language of this city are very similar to the state of Tamil Nadu. Puducherry is a Union Territory of India. The former French colony here is a perfect blend [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pondicherry is the capital of the</span><b> Union Territory</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> of India. Pondicherry is the most populous city. The city is located near Tamil Nadu. The culture and language of this city are very similar to the state of Tamil Nadu. Puducherry is a Union Territory of India. The former </span><b>French colony</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> here is a perfect blend of traditional Indian sensibilities and French architecture. The streets of the French Quarter of Pondicherry, also known as White Town. The French Indian Territories were transferred from French rule to the Indian Union on </span><b>1 November 1954</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and were established as the Union Territory of Pondicherry.</span></p>
<p><b>Visiting place in Pondicherry</b></p>
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<p><b>Aurobindo Ashram</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Aurobindo Ashram is a spiritual community. After the establishment of Aurobindo  Pondicherry in 1910, the ashram developed from a small community of disciples gathered around. The Ashram was established on </span><b>24 November 1926</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. This ashram was established for the purpose of giving salvation and inner peace to the people. After Ghosh&#8217;s death in 1950, the ashram was taken care of by Meera Alfasa, who was known as the mother in the ashram.</span></p>
<p><b>Sri Manakula Vinayagar Temple</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sri Manakula Vinayagar Temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The temple was founded in the 5th century. Located behind the Raj Niwas, the donkey is said to have a magnificent idol of Vinayak called Vellakkara Pilai. It is a popular pilgrimage and tourist destination in Puducherry. In this temple </span><b>Brahmamotsav</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a 24-day festival is celebrated with much fanfare.</span></p>
<p><b>Pondicherry Museum</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Pondicherry Museum is known for its collection of fast lost-wax bronzes from the Chola Empire period. The museum houses the remains of archeological findings from the Arikamedu Roman colony. The museum&#8217;s collection contains </span><b>81 Chola bronze sculptures</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The museum is considered to be one of the largest collections of Chola bronze. Some specimens of Chola and Pallava art of Karaikal in Pondicherry are displayed in the Sculpture Gallery.</span></p>
<p><b>Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The church was founded in 1908 by French missionaries. This church is considered to be one of the most beautiful Catholic churches in Pondicherry. The church was granted basilica status in 2011. Here is a rare stained glass panel depicting the events of the life of Christ and the life of the saints of the Catholic Church.</span></p>
<p><b>Varadharaja Perumal Temple</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Varadaraja Perumal temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. The temple is built in the style of Dravidian architecture. The temple was built by the Chola Empire in the</span><b> 11th century</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The temple has a five-tiered Raja Gopuram, which is the entrance to the temple. The temple is located in the Heritage Town area of the city.</span></p>
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		<title>National Capital – Delhi</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Apr 2021 04:34:31 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Delhi is the national capital of India. Delhi is a Union Territory of India. Delhi is a cosmopolitan city with a historic old Delhi and the modern New Delhi. The narrow, winding lanes and bylanes of old Delhi are a testament to the former Mughal rule. Delhi is the second-most populous country in India. Delhi [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Delhi is the </span><b>national capital</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> of India. Delhi is a </span><b>Union Territory</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> of India. Delhi is a cosmopolitan city with a historic old Delhi and the modern New Delhi. The narrow, winding lanes and bylanes of old Delhi are a testament to the former Mughal rule. Delhi is the second-most populous country in India. Delhi has served as the capital of various states and empires. Delhi&#8217;s culture has been influenced by its lengthy history and historic association as the capital of India. Delhi is also known as the site of Indraprastha, the ancient capital of the Pandavas. The oldest 17th century</span><b> Chandni Chowk Bazaar</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is located in Delhi.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Many ruling dynasties have ruled in Delhi. The city is associated with Indraprastha, the village of the Pandavas in the Mahabharata. According to Hindu mythology, the city is known as </span><b>Indraprastha</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. In 1911, Kolkata, the capital of the British Raj, was shifted to Delhi. The new capital was inaugurated on 13 February 1931.</span></p>
<p><b>Visiting place in Delhi </b></p>
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<p><b>Humayun&#8217;s Tomb</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Humayun&#8217;s Samadhi was built by Maharani Bega Begum during </span><b>1569-1570</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Humayun&#8217;s tomb was inscribed on the </span><b>UNESCO World Heritage</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> List in 1993. The design of Humayun&#8217;s tomb is a combination of Mughal architecture and Persian architecture. It was designed by the Persian architect Mirak Mirza Goliath. Humayun&#8217;s Samadhi is the final resting place of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. It was the first garden-tomb in the Indian subcontinent. In addition to the encirclement of Humayun&#8217;s main tomb, many small monuments point to the road leading from the main entrance to the west, with a pre-date of the main tomb also twenty years.</span></p>
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<div id="attachment_8217" style="width: 211px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-8217" class="size-medium wp-image-8217" src="https://www.travelportalofindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Qutub-Minar-201x300.jpg" alt="" width="201" height="300" srcset="https://www.travelportalofindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Qutub-Minar-201x300.jpg 201w, https://www.travelportalofindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Qutub-Minar.jpg 482w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 201px) 100vw, 201px" /><p id="caption-attachment-8217" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>Qutub Minar</strong></p></div>
<p><b>Qutub Minar</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Qutub Minar complex houses a minaret and a </span><b>victory tower</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The Qutub Minar is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli area of Delhi. The Qutub Minar was founded in 1192 by Qutb ud-Din-Ibek, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate. Apart from Qutub Minar and Qawwat ul-Islam Mosque, other constructions in the complex include Alay Darwaza Darwaza, Alai Minar, and Iron Pillar. The complex contains the tombs of Iltutmish, Alauddin Khalji, and Imam Zameen. The place hosts the </span><b>Qutub Festival</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in December every year. In which artists, musicians, and dancers perform their art for more than three hours. The Qawwat ul-Islam mosque was originally built from the remains of 27 old Hindu and Jain temples.</span></p>
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<div id="attachment_8218" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-8218" class="wp-image-8218 size-medium" src="https://www.travelportalofindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Red-Fort-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://www.travelportalofindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Red-Fort-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.travelportalofindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Red-Fort-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.travelportalofindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Red-Fort.jpg 960w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-8218" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>Red Fort</strong></p></div>
<p><b>Red Fort</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Red Fort is the oldest and most historic fort in India. The fort was built on</span><b> 12 May 1638</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> by Emperor Shah Jahan. The fort served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors. The fort was designed by Ustad Ahmad Lahori. The fort is originally built in red and white color. The fort is now home to many museums with a collection of valuables on display. The Red Fort is located on the banks of the river Yamuna. It is said that this entire fort complex showcases the architectural creativity and brilliance of Mughal architecture.</span></p>
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<p><b>India Gate</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">India Gate is also known as the All India War Memorial. India Gate is located along the </span><b>Rajpath</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in New Delhi. The monument is dedicated to the 82,000 Indians and British soldiers who died during the First World War and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. There are 13,300 soldiers enrolled here. There is also </span><b>Amar Jawan Jyoti</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on the premises of India Gate, a burning structure below the archway. India Gate was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. India Gate is considered to be one of the largest war monuments in India.</span></p>
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<p><b>Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Akshardham Temple is a beautiful example of Indian culture, spirituality, and architecture. This temple is dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan. The temple is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest temple in the world. The Akshardham complex is India&#8217;s largest step home for wells. This temple was built by Yogiji Maharaj and Pramukhswami Maharaj.</span></p>
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