Dehradun is situated in a beautiful valley called Doon Valley. The name of Dehradun city is made up of two different words “Dehra” and “Doon”. Dehra means home and Doon means the valley between the Himalayas and the Shivaliks. The city of Dehradun is known for its unique lifestyle, beautiful surroundings, and prestigious educational institutions.  The Forest Research Institute (only institution of its kind in Asia), headquarters of the Oil and Natural Commission, Survey of India, and the Military Academy are some of the main highlighting institutions of Dehradun. Travelers in search of adventurous activities with a peaceful environment visit Dehradun.

There are many beautiful places to visit in Dehradun:

1. Sahastradhara: Sahastradhara located at a distance of 11 km from Dehradun is a picnic spot and attracts every tourist. Sahastradhara, a word combination of two words Sahastra means a thousand and Dhara means spring. Sahastradhara has some medicinal value also. It is believed water that falls from limestone caves contains sulfur that can cure many skin diseases. The place can be visited any time during the year but its charm is unique in monsoon as it is surrounded by lush green vegetation of Himalayas. Thus make it a perfectly picturesque place.

2. Tapekshwar Temple: A religious place situated 5.5 km from the city is a place of worship for all. Tapkeshwar means water droplets, originating from a rock, falls on the Shivling placed in the shrine.  Every year a large fair organized on the shrine at the time of Shivratri.

3. Rober’s cave: An adventurous tourist spot in Dehradun formed naturally. Robber’s Cave is a river water cave formed in the Himalayas. This is a natural formation having river water flowing from the middle of a cave. The beauty of the place is mesmerizing.

4. Malsi Deer Park: It’s just 10km away from Dehradun on Mussoorie- Dehradun route. Deer Park is a beautiful tourist spot in the foothills of the Shivalik range. Malsi Deer Park is a mini-zoological park surrounded by stunning natural surroundings.

5. Trekking in Dehradun: Trekkers love to visit Dehradun as trekking is one of the most liked activity among travelers. There are many treks like Nag Tibba Trek, Chakrata Trek, Har Ki Dun Trek, George Everest trek, and many more.

Dehradun visiting time: Dehradun is a retreat for travelers that can be visited at any time of year. The destination is located in the state of Uttarakhand and is one of the top hills stops to visit in India. The best season for a trip to Dehradun is the summer season when the weather is good. In monsoon and the autumn season, tourists can visit but winters are a little bit colder than surrounding areas.

Reaching to Dehradun: Dehradun is well connected through roads, railways, and Airways from all major cities of India, thus reaching Dehradun is easy. Jolly Grant Airport, the nearest airport to Dehradun has flights from all cities of India and the Dehradun railway junction is also accessible from every part of India.

 To see the diversity of dense trees, fauna, and marine life, Andaman and Nicobar Island is the best destination in India to visit.  The island was ruled by the Marathas in the 17th century, then the British asserted their authority here. Products made of pearls and seashells attract tourists here. Andaman and Nicobar Island is a perfect place for water sports lovers, honeymooners and nature lovers. One can enjoy adventure sports here like scuba diving, swimming, snorkeling, parasailing banana boat ride, underwater walking, etc. In Jolly Boy Island and Red Skin Island, tourists can enjoy multi-color corals also.

So let us tell you about the beautiful places to visit in Andaman and Nicobar Island, one of the beautiful islands of India.

RADHA NAGAR BEACH

Radhanagar Beach is one of the most romantic beaches in Andaman Island. Newly married couples often come here for a honeymoon. People fond of nature and adventures can enjoy the ancient landscape here. Tourists can see turtles, big fish, and dolphins on the island.

Havelock Island is named after the English officer Henry Havelock. It is a major tourist destination of Andaman, and every year thousands of tourists come to see it. In 2004, Time magazine declared it the best coast in Asia. The clean beaches and rows of mangrove trees are the specialties here. With unexplored coral reefs, brilliant bio-diversity, white sandy beaches, and tropical forest and vegetation, it is one of the hot tourist spots in the Andamans. It has been renamed as Swaraj Dweep by PM Narendra Modi on December 30, 2018

Neil Island (now Shaheed Dweep)  is a small island 36 kilometers northeast of Port Blair, it is located in the Richie Islands region. The coral reefs and ruins of the time of the British rule are very famous here.

The next tourist destination in Andamans includes the famous Kala Pani cellular jail, a former British prison in Andaman, where our freedom fighters and brave soldiers were punished. The prison was established in 1897. It has 694 cells. The names of freedom fighters are written on the walls of the jail even today and those weapons can also be seen in the museum from which the freedom fighters were persecuted.

For water sports lovers, The Rajiv Gandhi water sports complex is a perfect place. Traveler can enjoy water sports like banana rides, parasailing, jet-skiing, robot paddling, speed boat rides, etc.

For nature lovers, Diglipur in Andaman is a great place for tourists. This place is the highest peak of Andaman, where crocodile sanctuaries and caves can be found.

Chidiya Tapu is a place for birds. Here you will get the chance to spend some good time with the birds amidst the splendor of nature. The sunset here is mesmerizing. Chidiya Tapu is a total of 25 km from Port Blair, which is easily accessible by road.

Aberdeen Bazaar the most famous market of the Andaman Islands where tourists can shop souvenirs, seashell products, pearl jewelry and day to day life things. It is the most famous market in Andaman.

The best time of year to visit Andaman and Nicobar Islands is between October and May. It is also the time of the “annual tourism festival”. After the monsoon, it is the perfect time for snorkelers and swimmers to visit Andaman and Nicobar.

How to reach Andaman and Nicobar Island

Andaman and Nicobar Island can only be reached through Airways and Waterways. There is no road connectivity. Andaman and Nicobar Island have flights from all the major cities of India like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Banglore, Etc. and ships run from Chennai and Vizag ports to Andaman and Nicobar Island.

Kasauli is a small town located in the hills of HIMACHAL PRADESH at the height of almost 1927 meters from sea level. The town was discovered by Britishers and their sign can be seen through the cobbled streets, the flower-filled gardens in front of amazing and artistic bungalows. There are so many churches that add to the beauty of the place. The glass windows and shinning clocks captivate every person visiting the town.

THE city also synonym with “TIME WRAP” gives you an unforgettable experience in the rainy season. The light rain showers falling on the pine trees shocked every mind and soul.

Kasauli, a small town in the state of Himachal is one such holiday destination that offers its visitors not only scenic beauty and weather to enjoy, but also a relaxing and beautiful nature that attracts everyone to love and to sneak out.

WEATHER

The weather in Kasauli is pleasantly cold almost throughout the year. The best time to visit in Kasauli is between April to November because at that time weather is neither so hot nor so cold. In winter the temperature hovers between 10 to 20 degrees many times but sometimes it goes down to negative.

PLACES TO VISIT IN KASAULI

There are so many places in Kasauli that make your trip an unforgettable experience. There are some famous tourist attractions in the town are:-

• Anglican Church
• Baptist Church
• Timber Trail
• Kasauli Club
• Kasauli Beverage
• Scandal Point
• Sunset Point
• Sunrise Point
• Monkey Point
• Mughal Garden
• Mall Road
• Gurudwara Shri Guru Nanak Ji

THINGS TO DO IN KASAULI

Nature Walk:-Nature walk is one of the best things to do in Kasauli. There is a smell of romance in the air of Kasauli which feels so wonderful. The picture-perfect environs of this lovely place will lighten up your mood. Kasauli also gives an opportunity of taking some panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks in the distance.

Sunset Point:- Sunset point is also one of the best things to do in Kasauli. The 270-degree viewpoint attracts the tourist because, during the sunset, the rays split into a plethora of colours and seem to colour the whole environment. All this forms one pretty picture. This is a perfect place for clicking pictures. The best time to visit sunset point is Morning, Afternoon and Evening.

Monkey Point:- Monkey point is the highest peak of the Kasauli. From that point, tourists can get a complete view of the plains of the Chandigarh region and the river Sutlej flowing through the valleys. Visitors can also spot the snow-covered peak of ‘Choor Chandni’ at the highest peak of the lower Himalayan belt. At monkey point, there is a temple which is dedicated to Lord Hanuman.

Mall Road:- Mall road provides flattering options for shopping and eating out. The market of Kasauli is quietly beautiful. During evenings, vibrant shows in the market and evening strolls are highly recommended for visitors.

Baptist Church:- The church is built by the Britishers in the year 1923. This church was influenced by a blend of Indian and Victorian styles.

Christ (Anglican) Church:- This church was constructed in the year 1853. This church is located in the centre of the city with a vibrant mall road around it. This church was built with the grandeur of the gothic style of architecture. This church is a must-visit for all tourists because this church is a popular tourist spot.

Gurudwara Shri Guru Nanak Ji:- This Gurudwara is an important religious center as well as a tourist spot. In Gurudwaras daily prayers and a special program held on the Sundays.

HOW TO REACH KASAULI

There are three ways to reach Kasauli that are:-

• By Road:-The roads are well connected by buses and car that are available from different nearby locations.

Distance from Major Locations

• Panchkula-49km
• Chandigarh-58km
• New Delhi- 302km
• Gurgaon- 348km
• Jalandhar- 196km
• Ludhiana-156km
• Amritsar-277km

By train and by airways also, Kasauli is well connected.

In 1864, this place was declared the summer capital of British India. This picturesque hilly area attracts various tourists. Tourists can enjoy breathtaking views of this mountain range from the ridge, a sprawling open area that links Lakkar Bazaar and Scandal Point. It is bounded by Mandi and Kullu in the north, Kinnaur in the east, Uttranchal State in the south. All the natural gifts received by Shimla are a blessing; this place is surrounded by lush green mountains and snowy peaks. Surrounded by greenery that relaxes the mind, Shimla is also called the city of seven hills.

There are so many places in and around Shimla that can be pleasing to anyone’s mind. But there are some places which are very pleasing to the tourists visiting here.

Jakhu Temple:

This is the temple of Lord Hanuman situated on Jakhu Hill, the highest hill in Shimla. From here the entire Shimla city and surrounding areas are visible. The Koteshwar temple of Lord Shiva is also famous here.

The Ridge:

The Ridge located in Shimla is a large and open road which is located along the Mall Road. The most special thing about The Ridge is that this place was the most special place to stay during the British era during summer. There are also many cafes, bars, boutiques, shops and restaurants on the road which attract a huge crowd.

Mall Road:

Mall Road is a place in Shimla located under the ridge which is full of many shops, cafes, restaurants, book shops, and many tourist attractions. Mall Road is located in the center of Shimla, and it is a famous tourist attraction point.

Shimla-Kalka Rail

Shimla Railway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with being a hill railway station of India. This railroad was built in 1898 by the British along with other railway lines of India to Shimla. It runs from Kalka (a town in Haryana) to Shimla and passes through many special places along with many tourist spots like Summer Hill, Solan.

Kufri is a place located 17 km from Shimla which attracts a lot of tourists visiting here. Located at an altitude of 2510 meters and situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, this hill station is very much liked by nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.

Shimla has beautiful weather in most months of the year. Tourists visiting Shimla can visit Shimla at any time of the year, but the summer/spring and winter seasons are considered the best time to visit Shimla. The monsoon starts in July and lasts till September. The temperature of Shimla is around 20 degree Celsius during spring-summer (March to June). During winters (November to February), the weather is quite pleasant, which is famous for experiencing snowfall and being covered with snow.

Starting on October 28, 2019, to 23rd February 2020, the three-month-long Rann Utsav presents the natural and cultural heritage of the district to the world.

Kutch’s Rann or Rann of Kutch is the world’s largest salt-built desert spread north and east in the city of Kutch in Gujarat, popularly known as ‘Rann of Kutch‘. Kutch is the place where one can find culture, art, and traditions. Here people of many communities can be seen with their diverse form of arts.

The Rann of Kutch is a vast region, which is a part of the Thar Desert. The special thing of this White Desert is that after the onset of monsoon, after summer, the water of the Gulf of Kutch enters this desert, which appears like a huge sea of ​​white sand. It is indeed amazing to see this salt desert. The Run Utsav held here every year is famous all over the world.

A huge tourist camp is situated near the village of Dhardo, in the middle of the vast plain of Rann, five kilometers from Bhuj, where tourists are accommodated in tents with all facilities. The artistic houses made of clay here are so beautiful that the tourists cannot stop themselves from admiring them by seeing those houses.

Seeing the desert in full moon is the special thing about this festival. The desert looks white in Full Moon Nights. Folk dance, local artists’ music shows, paramotoring, rifle shooting, star gauging, archery, camel rides, camel cart rides, local delicious food, and local art are all part of this festival. Colorful people and culture of Gujarat make this white desert even more beautiful.

About 350 luxury cottage tents are built every year on the 5,00,000 sq meter area for the convenience and enjoyment of tourists. Children’s zone, meditation hall, cafeteria and conference hall are also available. The tents made here have both AC and Non-AC tents which you can select according to your convenience and budget. Packages are available including tent stay, pickup, and dropoff from Bhuj, sightseeing in Kutch, lunch, breakfast, and dinner.

The sightseeing places or things that a traveller can do in Rann Of Kutch are Dholavira, Vijay Vilas Palace, Kala Dungar (The highest point in Kutch), Mandvi Beach, Bhujodi (Textile Handicrafts), The Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary and many more.

How to reach

From Bhuj, the Rann of Kutch falls 80 km (2 hours). From here there are buses of Gujarat tourism which will take you to the Rann of Kutch.

By Air:

Flights operate to Bhuj Airport from Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, Bangalore, Goa and Trivandrum.

By Train and by road, Bhuj is easily accessible to every main city of India.

For Booking for Rann Utsav Tent, Rann Utsav Tour packages, one can visit the official website https://www.rannutsav.com/rannutsav.php

The city of Amritsar was founded in the 16th century by the fourth Sikh Guru, Guru Ramdas Ji. The city was named after Amrit Sarovar, a sacred tank here. In 1601, Guru Ramdas Ji’s successor Guru Arjun Dev Ji developed Amritsar. Amritsar has been witness to many tragedies and traumatic events. The biggest massacre of the Indian freedom struggle took place in Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar.

Amritsar has been in existence for almost four and a half hundred years. Guru Ramdas laid the foundation of the Gurudwara in 1577 in the middle of a lake. It has a copper dome which was later overlaid with gold plates and was named Harmandir Sahab or Golden Temple. In the kitchen of the Golden Temple, every day 40 thousand people are fed for free.

Touirst who visit Golden Temple must visit the living example of the freedom struggle, which is a witness to the martyrdom of nearly 2000 Sikhs and Hindus. It is the Jallianwala Bagh where thousands of unarmed innocents were killed by British Brigadier General Dyer on 13 April 1919, on the occasion of Baisakhi. This incidence not only shows the brutality of British colonial rule but also changed the course of India’s history. There are still bullets left on the walls of this garden. It is here that a memorial has been built in memory of the martyrs, where a flame always lighted.

Wagah Border, a must visit the place on Amritsar tour. The border of Punjab which separates India and Pakistan. The beating retreat ceremony takes place on the Wagah border daily before sunset. The soldiers of India and Pakistan are involved in this ceremony. People from all over the country come to see the parade on the Wagah border. It is a great experience to see the parade of army personnel here.

The home to the Golden Temple is also home to the best food in the world. Everything in this city revolves around food. Amritsari Kulchas, chicken, mutton, lassi, jalebi, and many more mouth-watering dishes that are famous in Amritsar. Don’t leave the Kara Prasad of Golden temple on your way out.

The climate of Amritsar is very hot in summer and very cold in winter. Therefore tourists are advised to visit this place in the months of October and February. The climate starts warming up from April onwards and by July it starts raining.

Mussoorie is situated at an altitude of 7000 feet above sea level and is 35 km from the capital Dehradun. The natural beauty of Mussoorie makes it a very popular place for a honeymoon. If you want to enjoy the beautiful views of the lush green slopes with the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas then visiting Mussoorie is the best option. One can guess the architecture of the British period by looking at the British remains scattered here.

Mussoorie is famous for providing amazing views of the Shivalik Mountains and the Doon Valley. It is also known as the gateway to the religious centers of Yamunotri and Gangotri.

The main attraction of Mussoorie is the ropeway of Gun Hill. Gun Hill is the second highest peak of Mussoorie and tourists can take advantage of the cable car ropeway ride up to Gun Hill, which offers a panoramic view of the entire city as well as the surrounding Himalayan mountains.

Mussoorie is also famous for adventure sports. The adrenaline-pumping activities such as skywalk, zip swing, and zip line, rappelling, skiing, and paragliding take place at the Mussoorie Adventure Park.

River rafting is also a very popular tourist activity in Mussoorie, where you can travel through challenging rapids along the Dhauliganga and Alaknanda rivers.

Located between the Dehradun-Mussoorie roads, Kempty Falls is a beautiful waterfall that falls to the ground from a height of 40 feet. Surrounded by high mountain rocks, the Kempty Falls is located at an elevation of about 4500 feet above sea level. One of the most famous waterfalls of Uttarakhand, the Kempty Falls offers a panoramic view as the waterfalls from the mountains.

Benog Wildlife Sanctuary is interesting for those who like bird watching and wildlife. Old cedar trees and many medicinal plants growing in abundance along with cedar trees will bring great joy to the heart of a nature lover. Also, it would be a good experience to see the White Capped Water Redstart and Red Build Blue Magpie, Panther, Leopard, Deer, Bear, and Himalayan Goats.

Company Garden is a popular tourist attraction in the hill town of Mussoorie. Amidst the high Himalayas, it is a patch of green color created by the Garden Welfare Association of Mussoorie. The garden has a pond for boating with man-made springs which is a beautiful sight to behold.

The best time to visit Mussoorie is during summers, as it offers relaxation from the scorching summer heat. The months of April, May, and June witness the peak season owing to the pleasant climate while those looking forward to seeing snowfall should visit Mussoorie during winters.

Lord Brahma who is considered as the creator of the universe, his only world-famous temple is in Pushkar. Thousands of devotees every year flock to the temple for prayers. Hindus consider a journey to Pushkar to be the ultimate pilgrimage that must be undertaken to attain salvation. There is only one Brahma Temple and that too is in Pushkar is the outcome of Savitri’s curse to Brahma for marrying another Goddess, Gayatri, while starting his yagna in Pushkar.

Pushkar lake is a major tourist attraction which is believed to be generated when Lord Brahma dropped a lotus to the ground. That’s why the place is having the name Pushkar after the lotus.  It is believed that bathing in the waters of the lake on Kartik Poornima (during the Pushkar Fair) will remove the sins and cure skin diseases. All 52 bathing ghats that surround Pushkar lake attracts pilgrims from all over the world.

There is a temple right behind the Brahma temple dedicated to Savitri, the wife of Lord Brahma. The other temples that are worth seeing are Rangji Temple, Varaha temple, Gurudwara, Atmateshwar temple, Pap Mochini temple, and etc.

Pushkar is known as the Rose garden of Rajasthan as it has a huge variety of roses that are exported to other countries too.

Pushkar is also famous for the camel fair or Kartik mela that is held from Karthik Ekadashi to Karthik Purnima as per the Hindu calendar. A wide range of activities and events held in the fair that represent the culture of Rajasthan. Camel trading, camel race, camel safaris, cow and horse beauty contests, camel parades, camping, hot air balloons, etc are the main highlights of the fair.

The best time to visit the Pushkar is during the late October to November as a traveler can also enjoy the Kartik Mela or Camel fair. Summers are extremely hot, not suitable for traveling. But if one wants to have a pure glimpse of Rajasthan with cuisines, culture, dresses, folk dance, etc, they must visit the Pushkar during the colorful and vibrant camel fair.

The island of Lakshadweep, which is situated about four hundred kilometres away from Kochi, is a beautiful tourist destination for honeymooners. A permit is required to visit the Lakshadweep islands for all including Indians. Lakshadweep is the only place in the country where tourists can visit the colourful world of Lagoons along with seeing the beauty of the earth. Even if you can’t swim, you can see the unique world underwater. If one can swim, scuba diving can be an adventurous sport for spending some time in the foothills of the ocean, experiencing corals, reefs, turtles, octopuses and other water organisms.

In Lakshadweep, the colorful views of sunrise and sunset can be seen from every island. At the time of sunset, the unique colors of sun rays on the lagoon create a wonderful view.

It is a well-known place for pollution-free air, clean water, and guest hospitality and convenience. The main shores are Kavaratti coast, Kalpani, the Minicoy Beach, the Kadmat Coast, the Agati coast and the Bangaram coast.

Bangaram Island being the largest of all is a treat to the tourists having pure blue water, colourful reefs, and quite an environment. It is very less inhabited and can be a good point to relax from the hustle-bustle of city life if you demand solitude.

Minicoy Beach is an expanse of the Arabian Sea, mainly a white sand beach and beautiful reefs. It is the second-largest Island among all and a perfect place for rejuvenating yourself in the beauty of nature.

Kalpeni Island is the most picturesque Island grouping three islands in it. Famous for water sports like Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Reef walking, canoeing, and kayaking.

Agatti Island: The only Island having an airport that makes the island extremely accessible from major parts of the world.

The union territory can be reached via Airways and Waterways only. Lakshadweep has its airport at Aggati Island. Kochi is the other nearest Airport. One can reach Lakshadweep through ships which operate through Kochi and Lakshadweep.

The best time to visit the Lakshadweep is winters (November-Feb) and summers (March-May).

Two main pilgrim centres in Uttarakhand are Badrinath and Kedarnath. It is located in the Rudraprayag district. Every year lakhs of pilgrims come to worship in this temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.  There are many stories related to this temple. According to the legend, Pandavas built this temple. Pandavas were very desperate and filled with self-gratification because of killing their brothers in the war. They wanted to meet Lord Shiva so that they could get a path of liberation. But Lord Shiva was not happy with Pandavas because of Mahabharata’s war and did not want to meet them that’s why Lord Shiva took the form of a bull. And when he was founded by the Pandavas, he went further into the earth leaving the hump on the surface.

According to the legend, Pandavas built this temple. Pandavas were very desperate and filled with self-gratification because of killing their brothers in the war. They wanted to meet Lord Shiva so that they could get a path of liberation. But Lord Shiva was not happy with Pandavas because of Mahabharata’s war and did not want to meet them that’s why Lord Shiva took the form of a bull. And when he was founded by the Pandavas, he went further into the earth leaving the hump on the surface.

Some of the tourist spots that a traveler can see there are Vasuki Tal, Shankaracharya Samadhi, Sonprayag, Chandra Shila and many more.

As it is situated in the mountains at a very high altitude, so the temple opens in the mid of April to November only when the temperature is favorable. It is one of the 12 Jyotirling. Among the devotees, this temple has a lot of importance. The month of October is considered the best to visit the Kedarnath Temple.