Although Bandhavgarh National Park is spread over an area of 1161 sq km tourists are restricted to an area of 105 sq km of the park. The park is divided into the three major zones called Tala, Magdi and Bamera and it’s the Tala region that has been open for tourists to roam and watch animals in their natural habitat. The national park was once the hunting ground for the Maharajas of Rewa. It is entitled to a national park in the year 1968.

The Bandhavgarh National park has a variety of flora and fauna. There are more than 22 species of mammals and 250 species of birds in the area. Tourists can see Leopards, Sambar, Barking Deer, the Asiatic jackal, Wild Boar, Gaur, chausingha and chinkara, grey mongoose along with White and Bengal Tiger. Different species of birds like Grey Hornbill, Common Teals, Red Jungle Fowl, and White Breasted Kingfisher, etc.

To explore the majestic flora and fauna of Bandhavgarh National park, open Jeep Safari is the best option. Bandhavgarh National park gives an enthralling experience of elephant safari also. Sitting on the back of the elephant and following the royal tiger is a lifetime experience. This is an interesting safari as elephant riding and tiger tour go side by side in this.

Places to see near Bandhavgarh National Park

After an adventurous trip to Bandhavgarh National park, tourists can see some really famous sites in Madhya Pradesh. Just 255 km away from famous for housing the Barasingha, Kanha national park is there. About 280km from Bandhavgarh, UNESCO world heritage site Khajuraho temples are situated.

How to reach Bandhavgarh National park

To reach the Bandhavgarh National Park, road, rail, and air transport can be used. BANDHAVGARH National park is well connected from nearby towns like Jabalpur, Katni, Nagpur, Varanasi, Kanha National Park. Jabalpur & Khajuraho are the nearest airports for travelers who want to travel by air.

The best time to visit or to explore the Bandhavgarh National Park is during the months of November to March. After March, the summer and monsoon season starts which makes it not good for an adventure activity.

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The seminar was attended by HiDM students and many outsiders. Er. Manmohan Singla, Director HiDM concluded the seminar in the end by highlighting the importance of Digital Marketing and thanked Shahzada Arora for sharing invaluable experiences with the students.

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.

Kullu and Manali are two hill stations in the state of Himachal Pradesh that are nestled in the snow-capped ranges of the Himalayas. Both these tourist places top the list of most popular tourist destinations in India. Kullu is famous for valleys, picturesque sites and temples while Manali is known for river, mountains and adventure activities. Tourists from different parts of the country come here for holiday, enjoying snowfall, mountaineering, trekking and skiing.

Being a hill station, there are many places to visit here.  Rohtang Pass which is 92 km from Kullu bus stand and 51 km from Manali bus stand only opens in the month of May, while it remains closed due to heavy snowfall in September.

Manikaran Sahib is located about 45 km from Kullu, on the way to Manali and is known for its hot springs near the Parvati river. It is believed that bathing in it removes skin related diseases. It is a famous Gurudwara and pilgrimage place for Sikhs.

Solang Valley  is famous for adventure sports, parachuting, paragliding and zorbing, ropeways and trekking for those visiting Kullu Manali. It is 13 km northwest of Manali. Its real fun comes when the snowfall occur.

Hidimba Temple was establised in 1553, which is believed to have been built for Hidimba (who is also the local goddess), wife of the Pandava prince Bhima. This temple is known for its four-storied pagoda and unique wood embroidery.

Although you can visit Kullu Manali at any time of the year, but not all the tourist places here can be visited throughout the year as snowfall starts in Kullu Manali after 15 December. If you want to enjoy it, you can come here from December to March. During this time you can go skiing and can see the Hidimba temple, snow trekking on Bhrigu Lake and Beas Kund. Being a hill station, a large number of tourists come here during hot summer months. These months heat up in other parts of India, that’s why people come to visit Kullu Manali with family.

This place Gokarna is situated in a region of rivers that looks like a cow’s ear, and perhaps the name of this place is named Gokarna. Mahabaleshwar Shiva Temple located in Gokarna is the most important pilgrimage center which is a major center of attraction for all tourists visiting here. The beach of Gokarna is very popular especially among the youth, tourists come to have fun.

Gokarna Beach

Gokarna Beach, based on the name of Gokarna, is the main beach of the city, which attracts a large number of tourists from India and abroad. Not only tourists come to visit this beach, but also pilgrims who visit the Mahabaleshwar temple come. It is believed that only after taking a dip in this beach you can enter the temple to worship Lord Shiva.

Om beach

This beach is quite special because ‘Om‘ is associated which is the most sacred letter of its Hindu religion. This beach is named Om Beach because its shape is like ‘Om’. The climate of this beach is quite calm which is very much liked by the tourists. Apart from this, the place is also suitable for an adventure such as swimming.

Half- Moon beach

About 20 minutes away from Om Beach, Half Moon Beach is a beautiful and serene beach which serves to attract tourists to a large extent. The coast is half-moon shaped and hence it is named Half Moon.

Paradise Beach

Paradise Beach, situated towards the south direction from Half Moon Beach, is another beautiful beach of Gokarna where you can plan a trip. It is a pollution-free coast where one can feel the fresh air. Since it is a rocky beach, it can be difficult for you to swim.

Kudle beach

Kudle beach is considered to be the largest of all the beaches here and is most crowded during November to February.

The most famous place that a traveler can see in Mysore is The Mysore palace. Known for its rich cultural and architectural history, the place is the residence of rulers of Mysore. Mysore is called a city of Palaces, and out of seven palaces, this one is the most grandeur and famous one. The palace is surrounded by a large garden. Its light and sound show at the time of Dussehra is renowned over the world.

Situated across the river Cauvery, another prominent attraction called Brindavan Garden is located. The lush green garden spreads over an area of acres is a beautiful place to visit. The dancing fountain in the garden, a variety of plants and flowers gives a mesmerizing feeling to the tourist.

On the Chamundi hills, a famous Hindu temple and among 18 shakti peethas, The Chamundeshwari temple is located. Dedicated to and named after the goddess Durga, the temple also has statues of Nandi and Mahishasura, the demon. Here for animal lovers, Mysore Zoo is the perfect place. Established in the year 1892 for the Royals, it is the oldest zoological park of India.  The zoo is a house of elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, tigers, white rhinoceros and many more.

St. Philomenas Church is a gothic style, the beautiful cathedral is one of the largest churches in the country is in Mysore. Mysore has a number of museums like the National Museum of Natural History, folk art museum, Rail museum (second after Delhi), and melody world (wax museum).

Other attractions that allures tourists from all over the world are Mysore Dussehra, Mysore Pak, Mysore Dosa, and Mysore silk sarees. Mysore Dussehra is quite famous as it’s a 10day festival celebrated with huge pomp and splendour here. It was the day in the Hindu legends when Goddess Chamundeshwari (Durga) killed the demon Mahishasura. The main attraction of the ten-day Mysore Dasara festival is the Mysore Palace which is illuminated by thousands of bulbs, and various dance and musical fests are held there.

Thus, those who want to visit Mysore should visit it at the time of Navratri to have a glimpse of 10 days Dussehra festival. The summer and winter weather is quite the right time to visit Mysore.

Vaishno Devi Mandir is also known as Mata Rani, Trikuta and Vaishnavi. Vaishno Devi is considered to be the form of Goddess Mahalakshmi in Hinduism. Pilgrimage to Sri Mata Vaishno Devi is the most sacred and famous, in which lakhs of pilgrims travel on foot. The temple of Vaishno Devi Mata is famous where wishes of devotees get fulfilled. Goddess Vaishno is seen in the form of three natural stones in the temple. There is no statute of Maa inside the cave.

Vaishno Devi is a religious trekking destination where pilgrims walk about 13 km uphill to reach the little cave. Ponies and palanquins, as well as helicopter services, are also available to take you there at the top. There are several points between the main temple from Katra which include Banganga, Charpaduka, Indraprastha, Ardhakuwari, Garbhajoon, Himkoti, and Bhairo Temple but the mid-point of the journey is Ardhkunvari. The Vaishno Devi yatra is considered incomplete without visiting Bhairavnath Mandir.

Though Vaishno Devi’s yatra is open throughout the year and can be visited anytime here but in the peak season between summer May to June and Navaratri (March to April and September to October), there is a huge rush of devotees.