Friday, June 29, 2007

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Airway - Fares for Children & infants:

All infants under 2 years accompanied by an adult and not occupying a seat are charged 10 % of the basic fare. Additional infants under two accompanying the same adult or occupying seat and children over two years who have not reached their twelfth birthday are charged 50 % of the basic fare and ATT. Children may travel unaccompanied only under certain conditions. Please check with the Airlines.


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Airway - Baggage and Baggage Allowance:

Baggage may be carried into the passenger cabin or checked into the cargo hold. Passenger's free entitlement is as follows: Economy class Adults or child: 30 kgs, Infant: 10 kgs, First/Executive Class adult or child : 40 kgs. Infant: 10 kgs. Baggage weighing more than the free allowance will be paid for by rates calculated per excess kilo of weight.


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Monday, June 25, 2007

East India - Touristic Places in Sikkim - Rumtek Monastery


Location: Located just 24 kms from Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim.
Tourist Attractions Nearby: The Nehru Botanical Garden is another attraction that people look forward to.
Best Activities : Participate in celebrations called Tse-Chu and dances called Kagyat.

About Rumtek Monastery
The largest monastery in Sikkim sprawling over a huge area. It was originally built in 1730 by the ninth Karmapa but was destroyed by fire and was reconstructed to the present state by the late 16th Gyalwa Karmapa in 1960. It includes a school built on modern lines to impart teachings in Tibetan and various aspects of Buddhism. An aviary containing the most exotic birds also exists in the monastery complex. Some distance above the monastery is a hermitage in which monks go into complete seclusion for meditation for period's up to 3 years.

It is believed that the monastery is an absolute replica of the original Kagyurpa Monastery in Tsurphu, Tibet. The center houses some of the world's most unique religious scriptures, manuscripts and religious art objects.

The Events in the Rumtek Monastery
The main offerings / dances of Rumtek also called the "Tse-Chu Chaams" are held on the 10th day of the 5th month of the Tibetan calendar around June. The 'Kagyat' dances are held on the 28th and 29th day of the tenth month of the Tibetan calendar.

Getting There
Air: The nearest airport is at Bagdogra (West Bengal).
Rail: the nearest railway stations are in Siliguri (114 kms) and New Jalpaiguri (125 kms).
Road: Reach Rumtek by the SNT bus service from Gangtok. One can also hire jeeps and taxis.

Accommodation
There are not many options available as far as accommodation in Rumtek is concerned. There are just a few hotels and guest houses to choose from.


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East India - Touristic Places in Sikkim - Yumthang Valley


Location: Located 145 kms from Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim.
Tourist Attractions Nearby: Chungthang, the Sikkim countryside, Lachung and Kangchendonga National Park are the nearby places which people visit along with Yumthang valley.
Best Activities: Trekking.

About Yumthang Valley
Yumthang is a valley in the high reaches of Himalayas also known as the valley of flowers. The Yumthang valley is situated at an altitude of 1180 ft ( 35564 m) with a close proximity of Tibet. Yumthang is a beautiful destination, covered with Rhododendron and Primula flowers. It also offers view of a stunning array of peaks with Pauhunri and Shundu Tsenpa. A number of hot springs are scattered in the valley providing an unexpected opportunity to feel the warmth of the water even in freezing temperature. Rich in sulfur these springs are believed to have miraculous healing power. A tributary of the river Teesta flows past the valley and there's the town of Lachung, the nearest inhibited center.

NOTE : Foreigners are allowed to visit the valley only if they procure a permit from the tourism department of Sikkim.

Getting There
Air: Nearest airport is Bagdogra in West Bengal (124 kms), where flights fly to and fro from Kolkata, Delhi and Guwahati. The Bagdogra airport is connected to Gangtok by a helicopter service operating between Gangtok and Bagdogra.
Rail: Visitors can travel by rail from Kolkata up to New Jalpaiguri. Gangtok is about 15-km by road from this place. Taxis are available at the station for hire.
Road: Gangtok is well connected with other parts of Sikkim and the country by weather metaled roads.

Accommodation
Accommodation is not available at the valley. One can stay at Lachung, which is about an hour away from the valley. There are hotels, Lodges and tourist hostels in Lachung but not as compared to other destinations in Sikkim.


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East India - Touristic Places in Sikkim - Changu Lake


Location: Located just 35 kms from Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim.
Tourist Attractions Nearby: Kyonqnosia, Kyonqnosla Alpine Sanctury, Tseten Tashi cave, Nathula pass, river Lungtze Chu and a little Shiva temple are some of the other added attractions.
Best Activities: Fishing and just lazing around.

About Changu Lake
Changu Lake is literally known as the ' source of the lake' in Bhutia language. Situated around 35 kms away from Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, this calm lake is located at an altitude of 12,310 ft on the Gangtok Nathu La highway.

The lake is about 1 km. Long, oval in shape, 15 meters deep and is considered sacred by the local people. It's cool, placid water smoothly merges with the scenic beauty around. This placid lake remains frozen during the winter months up to mid-May.

The lake has charming Alpine forests, which is home to some rare animals like the Red Panda, Brahminy ducks and variety of birds. Between the month of May and August one can see a variety of flowers blooming like the Rhododendrous, various species of Primulas, Blue and Yellow Poppies, Iries etc.

NOTE : Foreigners are not allowed to visit Changu Lake and the Indian tourists are allowed only if they have inner permit, since the Lake falls in the restricted area.

Getting There
Since the Changu Lake is nearby Gangtok, one can easily reach it after landing in Gangtok.

Air: Nearest airport is Bagdogra in West Bengal (124 kms), where flights fly to and fro from Kolkata, Delhi and Guwahati. The Bagdogra airpot is connected to Gangtok by a helicopter service operating between Gangtok and Bagdogra.
Rail: There are two nearest railway stations, Siliguri (114kms) and New Jalpaiguri (125 kms ) connecting Sikkim to the important cities of India.
Road: Gangtok is well connected with other parts of Sikkim and the country by weather metaled roads. Hire a private taxis, Jeeps that ply regulary on the Gangtok Siliguri Highway and reach Changu Lake.

Accommodation
Accommodation is easily available in Gangtok. There are many Hotels, Lodges and tourist hostels, just any one of them according to your requirement.

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East India - Touristic Places in Bihar - Nalanda


Location: Nalanda is situated 90 Km from Patna, Bihar.
Tourist Attractions: The Nalanda University Archaeological Complex, The Nalanda Archaeological Museum, Nava Nalanda Mahavihara, Hieun Tsang Memorial Hall, Silao, Surajpur Baragaon.
Best Buys: Buy the famous local sweet 'Khaja', from Silao, a village between Nalanda and Rajgir.
Festivals: The Chhath Puja is celebrated 6 days after Diwali, in mid November. Buddha Jayanti, celebrated in April, to mark the birth, enlightenment and nirvana of lord Budha.
Nearest Tourist Destinations: Vaishali, Patna, Bodhgaya, Rajgir.
When to Visit: The best time to visit this place is October to March.

About Nalanda
Nalanda, a part of the Budhist circuit, is famous for the the ancient International Monastic University. Established in 5th century BC by the Gupta Emperors, it was a famous learning centres in ancient times. The university had centres for studies in Buddhism, Vedas, Logic, Grammar, Medicine, Meta-Physics, Prose Composition and Rhetoric. Lord Buddha and Lord Mahavira have also taught here. The university library had a mammoth collection of 9 million volumes. The university remains are scattered around an area of 14 hectares. Though a large part of the university has been explored, a huge portion remains unexcavated. It is believed that the university could accommodate 10,000 students and 2,000 teachers easily. Hsuan Tsang, the renowned Chinese traveler was also involved with the university foe 12 years. There is a monument built here in his memory. In 12th century AD, the whole university complex was destroyed by Bakhtiar Khilji, a Turkish Invader. There is a museum where the rare collections of the glorious days can be seen. In 1951 an international center for Buddhist studies was founded. Another modern institution is the Nava Nalanda Mahavir Research Centre treasuring many rare manuscripts.

Major Tourist Attractions in Nalanda
The Nalanda University Archaeological Complex
Total excavated area of the complex is about 14 hectares. The university was built in Kushana style of architecture. There are huge gardens, bronze statues and red-brick edifices all around. There are various temples here, of which temple no.3 is most interesting, as it has the statues of lord Buddha in various Mudras (poses). There is a half broken statue of Lord Buddha in the temple no.1.

The Nalanda Archaeological Museum
Established in 1971, the museum has a beautiful collections bronze statues of Buddha, Hindu Gods and Goddesses. The collections here were found during excavation of the university site. The museum has rare manuscripts, copper plates, stone inscriptions, coins, pottery and a 12th century AD sample of burnt rice. Opens at 10 am till 5 pm. It is closed on Friday.

Nava Nalanda Mahavihara
This new international study centre for Buddhism and Pali literature was set up in 1951. It offers research works on the ancient Pali language and Budhism.

Hieun Tsang Memorial Hall
Hieun Tsang was a famous Chinese traveler, who came India during 5th century AD to study the social and political conditions. He devoted 12 years in the ancient university as a teacher as well as student. The memorial hall was bulit in his memory.

Getting there:
Air: The nearest airport from Nalanda is the Patna airport, 90 km away.
Rail: The nearest major railway stations is Gaya around 65 km from Nalanda. Gaya is well connected to other parts of India.
Road: Nalanda is connected through a good road network with Rajgir (12 km), Gaya (65 km), and Patna (90 km).

Accommodation:
Nalanda, being a small town, does not offer very good accommodations for tourists. There are some monasteries built by Buddhist countries and government guesthouse where tourists can stay. But a better option would be to stay in Gaya or Patna, which are not too far from Nalanda.


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East India - Touristic Places in Bihar - Bodhgaya


Location: Bodhgaya is situated 16 Km from Gaya and 105 km from Patna, Bihar.
Tourist Attractions: The Bodhi Tree, Mahabodhi Temple, Vajrasana, Ancient Railings, Chankaramana, Animeshlochana, Ratnagar, Lotus Tank, Gaya, Barabar Cave, The Karan Chaupa cave, Tibetan Monastery, Myanmar Monastery, Chinese Monastery.
Best Buys : Tilkuta (a sweet), souvenirs made of stone.
Best Activities: Learn yoga & meditation.
Best Hangouts : The Monasteries.
Festivals: The Buddha-Jayanti is celebrated every year in April as this date marks the birth of Lord Buddha.
Nearest Tourist Destinations: Vaishali, Nalanda, Gaya, Patna.
When to Visit: The best time to visit Bodhgaya is during winter October-March. December and January is the time when the place is filled with tourists from all around the world.

About Bodhgaya
A vital Buddhist center, Bodhgaya, is the most sacred place for Buddhists. Some 2500 years ago, Prince Siddhartha got enlightened here and became Buddha (The enlightened one). The prince wandered for 6 years in search of peace. Finally he achieved the desired peace of mind here, beneath the holy Bodhi tree and thus was born Buddhism.

Nearly 250 years after the enlightenment, King Ashoka visited the place and founded the Mahabodhi Temple. A monastery was also founded by Ashoka which had Vajrasana, the seat of enlightenment. The 52 m high temple has beautiful design. The temple is made on a square platform, with four pillars around the corners of the platform. The 1700 years old image of Buddha inside the temple is in the Bhumisparsha Mudra (Touching the ground). Devout Buddhists and tourists from all over the world visit Bodhgaya, to study Buddhism and the art of meditation, or to pay homage to Lord Buddha.

A small and quite town, Bodhgaya lies 16 Km from the holy city of Gaya. Gaya is a famous Hindu Pilgrimage, where people go to offer oblations for the salvation of their dead forefathers.

Major Tourist Attractions in Bodhgaya
The Bodhi Tree
The Bodhi Tree is the famous tree under which Buddha achieved enlightenment. He meditated under the tree continuously for next one week. King Ashoka, after conversion to Buddhism, surrounded the tree with 3m high stone wall. The present Bodhi Tree is most probably the fifth descendant of the original tree, as the original tree got destroyed. But the followers view the tree as the actual Buddha.

Mahabodhi Temple
The Mahabodhi Temple stands east to the Bodhi Tree. This huge temple is said to be constructed by King Ashoka. Shaped like a pyramid, it rises to 170 ft. The statue of Lord Buddha in the temple is made of black stone. The stupas in the temple were constructed during past 2500 years.

Vajrasana
The Vajrasana is a stone platform, under the Bodhi tree, on which Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Vajrasana means the seat of stability.

Gaya
Situated 16 Km from Bodhgaya, this holy city is a place where Hindus offer oblation for salvation of their forefathers. The temple of Vishnupad on the bank of river Falgu attracts a very large number of pilgrims.

Barabar Cave
The Barabar and Nagarjuni Hills are situated about 41 km. from Bodhgaya. There are total seven rock-cut caves here, of which four are in the Barabar hills. Barabar Caves carvings bear the details about Buddha's life.

Getting There
Air : The nearest airport is the Patna airport, 105 Km from Bodhgaya.
Rail : The nearest Railway station is Gaya at 16 Km. Gaya is a major railhead and is connected to the rest of India.
Road: Bodhgaya is connected by road to Gaya(16 Km) and Patna (105 Km).

Accommodation
Accommodation is available in various hotels, dormitories, monasteries and guesthouses. There are two hotels, Hotel Siddhartha Vihar and Hotel Buddha Vihar of Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation. Indian Tourism Development Corporation has Hotel Bodhgaya Ashok.


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East India - Touristic Places in Bihar - Vaishali


Location: Vaishali is situated 35 Km from Hazipur and 55 km from Patna, Bihar.
Tourist Attractions: Ashokan Pillar, Bawan Pokhar Temple, Buddha Stupa-I, Buddha Stupa-II, Raja Vishal ka Garh, Shanti Stupa, Kundupur, Coronation Tank.
Best Buys: The city has not much to offer, but 100 km ahead is Madhubani, famous for its paintings with same name.
Festivals: The Vaishali Mahotsav in April celebrates the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavira.
Nearest Tourist Destinations: Patna, Rajgir, Bodhgaya, Madhubani.
When to Visit: The best time to visit this place is October to March.

About Vaishali
One of Buddha's favourite resort, Vaishali, is said to be named after King Vishal, a ruler during the times of Ramayana. There exists a large, but a ruined fort, which is believed to be built by King Vishal. The city was ruled by the Lichchavis till 6th century BC. The Lichchavi state is said to be among world's first republics. The city was a major industrial center and an important town under the control of the Lichchavis. Ajatshatru, the great Magadh King, annexed Vaishali in the fifth century BC and after that Vaishali gradually lost its glory and power.

Vaishali, the birthplace of Lord Vardhman Mahavira, last Tirthankar of Jainism, is equally sacred for the Buddhists. Lord Buddha gave his last preaching in this city and announced his Mahaprayan. In tribute to Buddha, king Ashoka erected a pillar (Famous lion pillar) here. 100 years after the death of Lord Buddha, the second great Buddhist council was held here. Two stupas were made in remembrance of the event. Today Vaishali is a small town and is surrounded by mango and banana groves.

Major Tourist Attractions in Vaishali
Ashokan Pillar
The Lion Pillar at Kolhua, was built by Emperor Ashoka. Made of single piece of red sandstone, the pillar is capped by a 18 m high bell shaped capital. On the top is kept a life-size figure of lion.

Bawan Pokhar Temple
A Hindu temple, Bawan Pokhar temple is situated on the banks of a lake called Bawan Pokhar. The old temple, built during Pala period, enshrines beautiful images of Hindu Gods and Goddesses.

Buddha Stupa 1 and 2
The Buddha Stupas were created in the name of the second Buddhist council. The outer stupa has a stone box, which has one-eighth of lord Buddha's ashes. The inner stupa was excavation in 1958 and it also held a stone box containing some part the ashes of the Lord Buddha.

Raja Vishal ka Garh
The fort of King Vishal is in ruins today. A huge platform here, which has a circumference of about one Kilometre and walls nearly 2m high with a 43m wide moat, is said to be the parliament house of King Vishal. More than seven thousands representatives could stand here to discuss the issues.

Coronation Tank
An excavated site, this place is believed as an ancient parliament house of the Lichchavi government. The water of the tank was used to anoint the selected representatives. It is located near the Raja Vishal ka Garh.

Getting There
Air: The nearest airport from Vaishali is the Loknayak Jai Prakash International Airport, Patna, situated 55 km away.
Rail: The nearest railhead is Hajipur, situated 35 km, which is well connected to the major cities of India.
Road: Roads are the most suitable means to reach Vaishali. There are regular buses for Vaishali from Patna and other major cities of Bihar.

Accommodation
Vaishali do not offer very good stay options, so majority of tourists stay in Patna. Accommodations are available in the Tourist Bunglows and Tourist Youth Hostels of Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation.


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East India - Touristic Places in Bihar - Rajgir


Location: Rajgir is situated 34 Km from Gaya and 102 km from Patna, Bihar.
Tourist Attractions: Amaravana, Venuvana, Ajatashatru's Fort, Bimbisara's Jail, Swarna Bhandar, The Cyclopean Wall, Griddhakuta, Jain Temples, Hot Springs, Pippala Cave, Jarasandha Ka Akhada.
Best Buys: Though the city has nothing unique to offer, but one can go for the local handicrafts.
Best Hangouts: Enjoy a dip at the hot water springs, located at the foot of the Vaibhava Hill. The source of hot water is the "Saptaparni Caves", up in the hills.
Best Activities: Take the roapway tour and see the glorious city of Rajgir.
Festivals: The Malamasa Mela is celebrated every 3rd year (The Indian calendar every three years has a 13th month which is considered auspicious), and the Rajgir dance festival holds from Oct 24-26 every year.
Nearest Tourist Destinations: Vaishali, Nalanda, Bodhgaya.
When to Visit: February to April and August to November.

About Rajgir
Rajgir, "House of the King", is an important religious place for Hindus, Buddhists and Jains. This ancient town has reference in Mahabharata, Buddhist and Jain texts. Lord Buddha lived here in the sixth century BC while Vardhman Mahavir spent 14 years here. It was in Rajgir that Lord Buddha delivered some of his famous sermons. King Bimbisara of the Magadha Kingdom got converted here. A small town, Rajgir is witness to a glorious and legendary past. The historical monuments here presents the real scene of the glorious past. The monuments are said to be built by the business class who devoted themselves to Buddha. Jivaka, the legendary physician of Magadha kingdom, also resided here and once served Buddha for illness. Lately, the Japanese have built a Stupa on top of the Ratnagiri hill, linked by a rope way. It was here that the teachings of Buddha were penned down for the first time. Rajgir also has the Nipponzan Myohoji, the Japanese temple, and the Centaur Hokke Club which offers some traditional facilities to Japanese pilgrims.

Major Tourist Attractions in Rajgir
Amaravana (Jivaka's Mango Garden)
Jivaka, the royal physician during the times of Ajatshatru and Bimbisara used to practice here. It is said that lord Buddha was also brought here for a cure of a wound.
Swarna Bhandar
The twin Rock-cut caves, are supposed to be the doorway to the treasury of King Bimbisara. One of the cave is said to be the guard room. While the other is supposed to be the passage to king Bimbisara's treasury. The treasure, according to folklore, is still intact.

The Cyclopean Wall
The 40 km long wall encircles ancient Rajgir. Built from massive pieces of stones, it was constructed before the Mauryan rule.

Griddhakuta (Vulture's Peak)
At the top of Ratnagiri hill, where Lord Buddha preached many inspiring sermons, a Peace Pagoda has been built by the Buddha Sangh of Japan. There is a roapway which takes around 8 minutes to take tourists on the top. It gives a splendid view of Rajgir.

Jain Temples
There are more than 25 Jain temples around Rajgir. Situated on mountains, they are approached easily by those who love trekking.

Hot Springs
The hot springs are a major tourist attractions. They are at the foot of the Vaibhava Hill. The hot water is supposed to come from the 'Saptaparni Caves', situated on top of the hill. Brahmaputra is the hottest spring with water temperature being 45 degree C. Separate bathing places for men and women have been organised.

Getting There
Air: The nearest airport is the Loknayak Jai Prakash International Airport, Patna, 100 Km away.
Rail: The nearest railway station is Bhakhtiyarpur, 54 Km from Rajgir.
Road: Rajgir is connected by an excellent road to Patna as well as to Bodh Gaya.

Accommodation
There are a number of moderately priced hotels available in Rajgir. Apart from hotels, tourists can opt for Tourist Bunglows, the Government owned hotels or guest houses.

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East India - Touristic Places in Bihar - Patna


Location: Patna is the capital city of Bihar, India.
Tourist Attractions: Gol Ghar, Museum, Harmandirji, Khuda Baksh Oriental Library, Kumhrar, Martyrs Memorial, Jalan Museum, Pathar Ki Masjid, Agam Kuan, Biological Park, Birla Mandir, Nawab Shahid-Ka-Maqbara, Pachim Darwaza, Padri-Ki-Haveli.
Best Buys: Decorative pieces made out of stone, Bead-Jewellery, Tilcoot-a kind of sweet.
Best Hangouts: An excursion to Kumhrar, a local village where excavations are going on to find out the hidden treasures of Mauryan and other dynasties.
Best Activities: Take a boat ride in river Ganga and walk some part of Mahatma Gandhi Setu.
Festivals: Chhatha, celebrated 6 days after Deepavali, is the most popular festival of Bihar. Pataliputra Mahotsav features parades, sports, dancing, and music.
Nearest Tourist Destinations: Vaishali, Nalanda, Bodhgaya, Rajgir.
When to Visit: February to April and August to November.

About Patna
Situated on the banks of the holy river Ganga, Patna, earlier known as Patliputra, is one of the most ancient cities of India. Capital of Bihar, Patna is known for its magnificent past and the historical buildings. Patna began as Pataliputra in the 5th century BC. In the 3rd century BC it became the capital of the Magadh kingdom and the seat of the Indian emperor Ashoka.

Patna is the gateway to the Buddhist and Jain pilgrim centers of Vaishali, Rajgir, Nalanda, Bodhgaya and Pawapuri, all located in the state of Bihar. After India attained independence, Patna became the capital of Bihar. It has some very attractive tourist destinations. The Mahatma Gandhi Setu over river Ganga stretches for 7.5 Km and is among the longest bridges in the world. The Golghar, Har Mandir, Kumrahar are the major attractions in the city.

Besides, it has long been a major agricultural center of trade, its most active exports being grain, sugarcane, sesame, and rice.

Major Tourist Attractions in Patna
Golghar
The huge, beehive structured building was built to store grains, following a terrible famine in 1786. The 29 mtr high building offers a scenic view of river Ganga and Patna city. This granary was never used for the desired purpose.

Museum
The city museum is a collection of metal and stone sculptures of the Maurya and Gupta Periods, terracota figurines and archaeological finds from different sites in Bihar. It has the Ashes of the Buddha, image of Yakshi (3rd century BC), and a 16 mt long fossilized tree.

Har Mandir
A holy shrine of Sikhs, this is said to be the second-most important Gurudwara in India. The Gurudwara was built by Guru Gobind Singh, the 10th guru of the Sikhs. Built in white marbles, with kiosks on the terraces, it consecrates the birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh.

Khuda Baksh Oriental Library
One of the national libraries of India, it has a rare collection of Persian and Arabic manuscript. It also host paintings during Rajput and Mughal rule in India. A very unique collection, One-inch wide Quran is also kept here.

Martyrs Memorial
The memorial in front of the old secretariat, shows seven young men facing the bullets and sacrificing their lives during the '1942 Quit India movement'.

Getting There
Air: The Loknayak Jaiprakash International Airport, Patna is connected to all the major Indian cities. The airport is 10 km from the city center.
Rail: Patna is well connected to the rest of India via railways network. Direct trains to major cities of India are available
Road: Patna is well connected by roads. Bus services are available for places within the state as well as to other states.

Accommodation
One can choose pick from a range of luxury and budget hotels in Patna besides the star categorized accommodation hotels around the landmarks of Patna. There are also a number of moderately priced hotels around the railway station and the airlines office. Most of the places to stay in Patna are strategically located in the tourist centers.

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East India - Touristic Places in West Bengal - Darjeeling


Location: Located 90 Km from Bagdogra, West Bengal.
Tourist Attractions: Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Natural History Museum, Sister Nivedita Memorial, The Lebong Race Track, Sree Mandir, Lloyd Botanical Gardens, Victoria Falls, Ava Art Gallery, Tiger Hill, Senchal Lake, Jalapahar.
Best Buys : Curios, Carpets, Darjeeling Tea.
Best Activities : Stroll around in the natural surroundings and watch the magnificent sun rise from the Tiger Hill.
Nearest Tourist Destinations : New Jalpaiguri, Sikkim.
When to Visit: April to Mid-June and Mid September to November

About Darjeeling
The 'Dream-land of the East', Darjeeling gets its name from Dorje (Thunderbolt) and Ling (Place). One of the most popular hillstations of India, Darjeeling is strategically very important due to its proximity with Nepal and Bhutan borders. The hill station was popularised from the times of British rule. Every year at the start of summer, the Viceroys of India would move to Darjeeling. The British developed Darjeeling into a pleasant resort. The tea plantations started here in 1840s. Covering an area of 1,200 sq. miles and surrounded by the Himalayan peaks, its a fascinating place rich in natural beauty. Some of the most beautiful tea estates are here. The Kanchenjunga peak can be seen from the town. There are many Buddhist monasteries in Darjeeling. A trekkers paradise, The Gorkha hill council has provided ample trekking facilities for the adventure lovin tourists.

Major Tourist Attractions near Darjeeling
Natural History Museum
The Museum, contains a comprehensive collection of the fauna of the region. The specimens of all birds' species, reptiles and animals found here are displayed. The butterfly and beetle section merits a special mention.

Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
The Institute is one of the most visited places in Darjeeling. The institute was started after Tenzing Norgay conquered Mt. Everest in 1953 and mountaineering got recognition as a serious sport. It commands a magnificent view of Kanchenjunga.

The Lebong Race Track
8 Km from Darjeeling, this race course is the highest and smallest track in the world. Under the management of the Gymkhana Club, races are held here during the military parades.

Tiger Hill
11 km from the Darjeeling and at an elevation of 2,590 meters, lies the famous Tiger Hill. The view of sunrise from the top of hill is an unforgottable scene. It also provides a fine view of the mighty Everest and Kanchenjunga peaks.

Activities
Trekking and rock-climbing are among the most favourite activities of the tourists here. River Rafting got started here in 1991 in the icy cold waters of the rugged Teesta River. Or one can go for jungle safari in Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary or Rain Forests of Dooars, which are home to the Asiatic Elephants and Rhinos.

Getting There
Air: The nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, 90km from Darjeeling. This airport has good connectivity with other Indian airports.
Rail: Nearest major stations are New Jalpaiguri and Siliguri. From there Toy-train can be boarded, which takes around 7 hrs to reach Darjeeling.
Road: Darjeeling is connected via all weather motorable road with Siliguri, Kalimpong, Gangtok.

Accommodation
Darjeeling has a good number of hotels around the town. The hotels offer luxurious as well as economy stay. There are some 3 and 4 star rated hotels as well.


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East India - Touristic Places in West Bengal - Murshidabad


Location: Located 182 Km from Kolkata and 11 Km from Behrampore.
Tourist Attractions: Hazarduari, Bara Imambara, Kathgola, Nasipur palace, Jafraganj Cemetry, Topkhana, Motijheel, Syedabad, Wasif Manzil, Bhavaniswar Temple, Jain Parashnath Temples.
Best Buys: Silk textiles, Baluchari sari, Ivory carvings and handicrafts.
Best Hangouts: Spend a day at Nizamat Quila (popularly called as Hazarduari), an Italian style palace built by the British for Nawab Mirjafar.
Best Activities: Enjoy a boat ride across river Ganges (also called here as Bhagirathi).
Nearest Tourist Destinations: Behrampore, Kolkata.
When to Visit: One should come to the city during October to April as the whether is very pleasant.
Festivals: Muharram is one of the most celebrated festivals. During September, Bera-bhasan is celebrated on Ganga.

About Murshidabad
A city of Nawabs and there splendours, Murshidabad, is situated on the banks of the river Bhagirathi. The city is a witness to those events which have changed the course of Indian history. The city is close to Plassey, a historic battleground. Named after Nawab Murshid Quli Khan, the city is home to some of the best works which depicts the medieval period of Indian history. The British established a military barrack here in 1767. In 1857, Sepoy Mutiny had taken birth in these Barrack grounds. A memorial has also been erected on 15th August 1957 in the ground. The old houses of the British army, have now been converted into hospitals and govt. offices, courts. The Circuit House here was once used by Robert Clive and Warren Hastings. The city is also famous for its raw silk and silk products. Ivory products and handicrafts are also a good buy here.

Major Tourist Attractions in Murshidabad
The Hazarduari Palace
Spread in 41 acres, the Hazarduari Palace, (palace with thousand doors) is a chief tourist attraction of Murshidabad. The palace was constructed by Duncan Macleod in 1837. The palace was built in typicaI European style of architecture. The palace has been converted to a museum, which holds a collection of armoury, paintings, portraits of the Nawabs, Ivory works of China and many other valuables. There are also the vintage cars, used by the Nawabs, in the museum.

Nasipur Palace
The palace was built by King Kirtichand Bahadur in late 19th century. Within the palace compound are temples: the Ramachandra temple and the Lakshmi-Narayana temple. Closely situated is the Ashram of Mohandas and Jafraganj Deuri. The two cannons present here are said to be gifted to Mir Jafar by Clive.

Motijheel
Motijheel is a lake, located 3 km from Hazarduari. The lake stands in front of a beautiful three-storeyed palace, built by Nawab Naoajes Mohammad Khan. People say, treasures of the Nawab are still buried in the lake. This place was also called 'Company Bagh' as it was occupied by the East India company.

Kath-gola
Kath-gola is palace built by a Jain businessman. The palace is surrounded by beautiful gardens. The palace has some of the rarest collections of the luxurious western items of that age. In 1873, the famous Adinath Temple was built by Harreck Chand. The temple has beautifully designed walls. The temple is also a major tourist attraction.

Getting There
Air: The nearest airport is NSC Airport, Kolkata. Murshidabad is around 182 Km from Kolkata.
Rail: Berhampore Court is the nearest station and is well connected Kolkata. Kolkata in also very well connected to the rest of India. It takes
around 6 hours from Kolkata to Berhampore via rail route.
Road: Berhampore and Kolkata are very well connected to the rest of India via roadways network. Buses ply frequently from Kolkata to Murshidabad and Behrampore.

Accommodation
A number of options for stay are available in Murshidabad, Berhampore and Lalbagh. These include luxury, budget and government owned hotels. Lodges, guest house are also available in these areas.


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East India - Touristic Places in West Bengal - Howrah Bridge


About The Howrah Bridge
The Howrah Bridge is the first cantilever suspension bridge of its type. Its a feat in modern engineering and technology. Constructed in 1874 over the river Hooghly, the bridge joins the twin cities of Howrah and Kolkata (Calcutta). In year 1871, the need for a bridge between Howrah and Calcutta was felt. After its completion in 1874, it became India's first floating structure. The bridge was partially built in India and partially in Britain. It is one of three bridges on the river Hooghly and is the most famous symbol of not only Calcutta but also West Bengal.

The Architecture
Calcutta-Howrah Bridge is a feat of nineteenth-century bridge engineering and technology. The 270 ft high and 1528 ft long bridge was completed in 1874, becoming the biggest floating structure of India. Famed British professional Engineer Sir Bradford Leslie was appointed the chief architect for the project. Due to some technical reasons, a portion of the bridge was made in England and shipped to Calcutta. The bridge got partially destroyed by the great cyclone of 20 March 1874. A steamer, collided with the bridge and damaged three pontoons, amounting to total destruction of 200 ft of the massive structure. The bridge eventually got completed and was opened for traffic on 17 October 1874. It was described as a structure of novelty and originality in its design. The bridge though has gone very old but is still holding good. A new bridge, alongside the old bridge, got constructed to reduce the traffic load on the older one.

Tourist Information
Visiting Hours: Is open throughout for the traffic.
Entry Fee: Nil.
When to visit: Best time to visit Kolkata is October to March.

Other Attractions near the Howrah Bridge
In Kolkata, the famous Victoria memorial (1921) and Indian Museum (1814) can be visited. These museums have some exclusive collections of ancient paintings, sculpture, stamps etc. India's oldest cricket ground, Eden Garden, is also in this city. Birla Planetarium, one of the largest
planetariums in the world is a good place to enjoy. The auditorium has a capacity of 500 and it conducts regular shows in Hindi, English and Bengali.

Getting There
Air: There is N.S.C. International airport at Dumdum in Kolkata. Regular flights to rest of India and world are available here.
Rail: Kolkata is very well connected to rest of India through two major railway station, Sealdah and Howrah.
Road: Kolkata is connected to the rest of India by excellent road network.

Accommodation
Kolkata has numerous options for stay. One can find luxurious star rated hotels, government owned hotels, guest houses, hostels, lodges and budget hotels to choose from.


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East India - Touristic Places in West Bengal - Calcutta


Location: The City of Joy is the capital of West Bengal, India.
Tourist Attractions: Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum, Fort William, Eden Garden, Birla Planetarium, Kali Mandir, Howrah Bridge, Belur Math, Dakshineshwar Kali Temple, Botanical Garden, Marble Palace, Tagore House, St. Paul's Cathedral.
Best Buys: Silk & Cotton sarees, Handicrafts, Carpets, Jewelry, Shantiniketan style bags, Bengali sweets.
Best Hangouts: Daimond Harbour, Parks & Gardens, Victoria Memorial, Nicco Park.
Should Not Miss : Relish on the cheese based sweets like Sandesh, Rosogolla and Chanar Payesh. Or have some Misti doi (sweetened curd) and Patali gur confectionery (date palm jaggery, only in winters). Also enjoy the spicy Jhalmudi, a speciality of this region.
Best Activities: Have a walk on the Park street or enjoy the chariot ride near Chowranghee.
Festivals: The world famous Durga Puja is observed in October. Saraswati Puja, a celebration for the goddess of learning in February. Other important festivals are Kali Puja and Diwali.
Nearest Tourist Destinations: Shanti Niketan, Bishnupur and Chandernagar.
When to Visit: October to March

About Kolkata
Kolkata, earlier called as Calcutta, used to be the political capital of India before independence. The city does not have a very old history, as what is Kolkata today, was just a collection of three small villages some 300 years ago. The city, now one of the top four metropolitans of India, was developed by the East India company following their policy of expansion. Kolkata has some of the finest buildings during the British rule in India. The city is famous for the Howrah bridge, the largest bridge in India, the first metro train in India, for being the hometown of Mother Teresa in India and the birthplace of Rabindranath Tagore. Kolkata has a mystical medley of the traditions and modernity.

There is so much to see in this incredible city. The city has different connotations for people. People see it as a city of joy as well as a dirty, crowded, and noisy place. A shoppers paradise, the city has good markets which offer unique novelties on sale. Never to be missed is the exotic Bengali cuisine, which specialises in spicy fish and chicken preparations, along with the globally famous sweets like Sandesh, Rosogolla, Chanar Payesh & Misti Doi. Chinese cuisine is equally popular and is available in the restaurants around the city.

Major Tourist Attractions in Kolkata
Victoria Memorial
A fascinating piece of architecture, which has been converted to a museum, hosts the most memorable artifacts and collectibles from the days of British rule. The building was built from the white marbles of Jodhpur as a memorial to Queen Victoria.

Indian Museum
Established in 1814, the building has beautiful structure. The oldest museum in India, it has one of the rarest collections of archeological importance. Some of the coin in the collection are about 2400 years old.

Eden Garden
The oldest cricket ground of India, gets its name from Mrs. Eden, sister of Lord Auckland. The garden has a Burmese pagoda and a band stand. The cricket ground here can accommodate more than 1 lac people.

Birla Planetarium
Its one of the largest planetariums in the world, and a good place to enjoy. Inaugurated on 29th September, 1962, the internal diameter of the tomb is 82 feet. The auditorium has a capacity of 500 and it conducts regular shows in Hindi, English and Bengali.

Howrah Bridge
An excellent example of engineering techniques, the 450 m long bridge hangs without any towers in the river. The bridge is also one of the busiest bridge in the world, catering to around 100,000 vehicles and innumerable pedestrians. The bridge connects Kolkata and Howrah over river Hooghly.

Shanti Niketan
136 km from Kolkata is the place where Rabindranath Tagore lived and established a university.

Getting There
Air: Kolkata is home to the N.S.C. International airport at Dumdum. Regular flights to rest of India and world are available here.
Rail: Howrah and Sealdah are the two major railway station, which are very well connected to the other parts of the country.
Road: Kolkata, being among the top metros of India, is connected to the rest of India by excellent road network.

Accommodation
Like any big city, Kolkata has numerous options for stay. Luxurious star rated hotels, government owned hotels, guest houses, hostels, lodges and budget hotels provide the tourist with variety to chose from.



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