Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century Sun Temple (also known as the Black Pagoda), at Konark, in Orissa. It was constructed from oxidizing and weathered ferruginous sandstone by King Narasimhadeva I (1236-1264 CE) of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty. The temple is one of the most well renowned temples in India and is a World Heritage [...]
Darjeeling is one of the popular hill stations of India situated in West Bengal state. Often called as the ‘Land of Thunderbolts’, Darjeeling is frequented by visitors throughout the year. The imposing Himalayan peaks are distinctly visible from Darjeeling. Famous for quality tea production, serene environment and colorful culture, Darjeeling is a reputed name in [...]
Goa is India’s smallest state by area and the fourth smallest by population. Located in South West India in the region known as the Konkan, it is bounded by the state of Maharashtra to the north, and by Karnataka to the east and south, while the Arabian Sea forms its western coast. Goa is India’s [...]
Mumbai, the financial capital of India, is a cosmopolitan and fast paced city. This historic city, extending along the sea, has grand buildings and is the center of India’s commercial film industry. A tour of Mumbai’s monuments and sights is sure to enchant any visitor. There are also lots of fascinating destinations near Mumbai, waiting [...]
Ladakh (“land of high passes”) is a region of Jammu and Kashmir, the northernmost state of the Republic of India. It lies between the Kunlun mountain range in the north and the main Great Himalayas to the south, inhabited by people of Indo-Aryan and Tibetan descent. It is one of the most sparsely populated regions [...]
