A
city of delight, splendor and magnificence - Kolkata alias Calcutta is
indeed the city of joy. It is such a state where conventional professions
are rubbing their shoulders with ultra modern industries. Nature has
contributed marvelously to the beauty of Kolkata. This 310 years old city is
also known as the City of Palaces. Kolkata is an extremely catholic city. It
has the unique culture of making even outsiders close and intimate.
Representatives of all over the world have come as visitors to this city.
Attractions
While holidaying in Kolkata, there are number of interesting landmarks
worth visiting like Victoria Memorial, Eden Garden, Birla Planetarium,
Dakshineshwar Kali Mandir, Howrah Bridge or Rabindra Setu, Indian Museum,
BBD Bagh. While you are touring Kolkata, these places are worth seeing. Fort
William, Maidan, Belur Math, Botanical Garden, Marble Palace, Tagore House,
Church of St John, Nakhoda Mosque, Raj Bhawan, Town Hall and St. Paul's
Cathedral are some other important places which can be visited.
How to reach
» By Air : Dumdum airport is situated around 17 Km
away from the city centres. This airport is well connected with other
domestic and international airports. For the Southeast Asian countries it
offers direct flights.
» By Rail : Howrah and Sealdah railway stations have
super fast trains like Rajdhani Express and Shatabdi Express which connect
Kolkata with Delhi and nearby cities such as Bokaro and Rourkela.
» By Road : The Esplanade Terminus is the main bus
terminus. It is placed in the heart of the city.
Myth,
legend and history possibly all these three things come together in the
Khajuraho Temple. Creativity of Indian culture has been beautifully incised
in the rock walls of these temples. These grand temples are enclosed by the
hills and forests. These temples were disclosed in1838. Most of these
temples reflect Hinduism and Jainism.
Attractions
These 950 and 1050 A.D. constructed temples were built during the Chandal
Empire. Khajuraho, name is derived from the khajoor or date trees which can
be seen in galore around these temples. The architectural excellence of the
Indian medieval period can be seen in these temples. These temples don't
comprise any erotic art inside the temple but external curves contain
pictures which show some finest art craft of Indian civilization. They
mainly demonstrate the human relations with each other and the almighty god.
How to reach
» By Air : Delhi, Agra, Varanasi and Kathmandu are
directly linked with this place by flight.
» By Rail : Mahoba and Harpalpur are two rail head
for this place. For the persons traveling from Mumbai, Jhansi will be the
rail head
» By Road : For Chhatarpur, Mahoba, Harpalpur,
Satna, panna, Jhansi, Gwalior, Agra, Sagar, Jabalpur, Indore, Bhopal,
Varanasi and Allahabad there are direct bus services.
This
city of dream allures its visitors with the promises of golden future and
happiness. Some of these promises have been fulfilled. Rest returned to
their nest with a broken heart. But any human coming to this city can't
neglect the spell of this commercial capital of India.
Attractions
The main eye catching feature of this city is its dazzling sky scrappers.
They have developed apparently moving aside the Arabian Sea. For having fun,
Mumbai is not that costly. It offers lots of option to its visitors. Marine
Drive is much celebrated by our very own Bollywood. This Queen's necklace is
always been a hot favorite amongst our film makers. Chowpatty beach comes
alive with the chat wala's and their admirers. Ferozsah Mehta garden or the
Hanging garden, Jain Temple, Tower of the silence, Juhu beach, Prince of the
Wales Museum, Mani Bhawan and Last but not the least the gate way of India
are the most important places to visit in Mumbai.
How to reach
» By Air : From Sahar international flights are
connecting Mumbai to other countries. Domestic flights run from the Santra
Cruz Airport.
» By Rail : From Church gate and Central station
almost every city of India is connected with Mumbai.
» By Road : Long distance buses ply from the State
Transport Terminal. It is located opposite Mumbai's Central Railway Station.
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