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- agra
- Agra
- With shimmering marble domes and towers reflecting in landscaped pools, the Taj Mahal is Agra's highlight and the world's greatest monument to love. Cool and white by moonlight, its elegant façade is at its best glowing pearlescent pink at dawn, but at any time of day this iconic building never fails to take your breath away.

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- Agra
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- ahmedabad
- Ahmedabad
- The major city in Gujarat, Ahmedabad is large and bustling. The old city is divided into numerous 'pols' with gates marking neighbourhood boundaries, while the narrow streets hide beautifully carved wooden temples, havelis and smaller houses.

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- Ahmedabad
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- almora
- Almora
- Almora itself occupies a horseshoe-shaped ridge and is an important market town and administrative centre. It is also considered to be the cultural capital of the area, also known for Jim Corbett's tiger escapades. Its stone paved roads and wooden houses reflect its rich heritage.

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- The Himalayas
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- amritsar
- Amritsar
- In the heart of the Punjab, Amritsar is Sikhism’s holiest city. Its name means 'Pool of the Nectar of Immortality' and is justly famed for its dazzling Harmandir Sahib or Golden Temple, a sacred shrine gilded with 100 kilograms of gold.

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- Amritsar
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- History & Culture
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- The Himalayas
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- andaman and nicobar islands
- Andaman & Nicobar Islands
- The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are India's secret paradise: stunning beaches, pristine coral reefs, dense forests, active volcanoes, swimming elephants, elusive dugongs and big, big fish all in one place. Enjoy their simplicity and snorkel and dive in the clear emerald seas that surround them.

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- Andaman & Nicobar Islands
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- Kerala & South India
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- assam
- Assam
- The state of Assam is traversed by the mighty Brahmaputra River, which winds its way across the fertile plains and brings life to the villages and towns along its banks. The river itself is a fantastic way to see this remote region and seasonal cruises journey to the national parks at Manas and Kaziranga.

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- Assam
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- Calcutta & The East
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- kaziranga national park
- Kaziranga National Park
- Kaziranga, famous for its one-horned rhino, is one of the most remote national parks in India. It covers some 430 square kilometres of very varied terrain. Kaziranga has a tiger count of 86, giving it the highest density tiger population in India, though the lush jungle means that it is difficult to spot them.

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- Kaziranga National Park
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- manas national park
- Manas National Park
- A World Heritage Site and a Project Tiger Reserve, Manas National Park is located on the northern border of Assam and is one of the most remote parks in India. Stretching over 2,837sq km, the park was declared a World Heritage Site in 1985 and is home to much wildlife.

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- Manas National Park
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- Calcutta & The East
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- aurangabad
- Aurangabad
- The present town of Aurangabad was founded during the heyday of the Mogul emperors, and today it is known primarily as the most convenient base for exploring the Ajanta and Ellora caves.

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- Aurangabad
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- badami
- Badami
- The small village of Badami is typical of the region and its busy bazaar is the centre of daily life. More than 150 temples both here and at Pattadakal and Aihole were constructed from the 6th century in a variety of structural designs, so that today the area is regarded as the cradle of Hindu temple architecture.

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- Badami
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- Landscape & Scenery
- History & Culture
- Mumbai, Goa & Central India
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- bandhavgarh national park
- Bandhavgarh National Park
- Situated in Madhya Pradesh, and accessed by train to Umaria only 45 kilometres away, Bandhavgarh is the smallest of three parks in the region. Covering an area of 105 square kilometres, it is bordered by a small village where the lodges and camps are located.

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- Bandhavgarh National Park
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- History & Culture
- Safari & Wildlife
- Landscape & Scenery
- Mumbai, Goa & Central India
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- bangalore
- Bangalore
- Bangalore represents an important centre for business, science and technology and many visitors are immediately struck by how different it is from other Indian cities. Despite its modern style, Bangalore still retains remnants of its past.

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- Bangalore
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- History & Culture
- Food & Drink
- Kerala & South India
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- barli
- Barli
- A small village in the district of Ajmer in Rajasthan, Barli is typical of small rural settlements in this region of India, with narrow streets that are full of life.

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- Barli
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- belur and halebid
- Belur & Halebid
- The two remote and beautiful temple sites of Belur and Halebid, at the heart of the Hoysala Empire, date from the 12th century and together form perhaps the richest repository of Hindu art and sculpture in the country.

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- Belur & Halebid
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- Landscape & Scenery
- History & Culture
- Kerala & South India
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- bhainsrogarh
- Bhainsrogarh
- Bhainsrorgarh is a fortified outpost of the kingdom of Mewar (also know as the Udaipur Kingdom, in south Rajasthan). It is located 235km northeast of Udaipur and 300km southwest of Jaipur.

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- Bhainsrogarh
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- bharatpur and keoladeo ghana national park
- Bharatpur and Keoladeo Ghana National Park
- The Keoladeo Ghana National Park is arguably India's most spectacular bird sanctuary. Close to Agra, this small park was created by the Maharaja of Bharatpur to hold duck shoots but later became a sanctuary and now attracts an abundance of birdlife.

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- Bharatpur and Keoladeo Ghana National Park
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- Safari & Wildlife
- Landscape & Scenery
- Rajasthan & the North
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- bijapur
- Bijapur
- At one time an important regional capital, Bijapur is now a minor provincial town dotted with gems of Islamic architecture dating back to the late 15th century. The delicately-carved Ibrahim Rauza that stands there is said by some to have inspired the Taj Mahal.

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- Bijapur
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- Landscape & Scenery
- History & Culture
- Mumbai, Goa & Central India
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- bikaner
- Bikaner
- Once a major centre in the cross-desert caravan trade, the medieval city of Bikaner remains very atmospheric. Although it lacks any real luxury accommodation options, Bikaner makes an excellent stopping off point for those venturing out to Jaisalmer or on the way to Jodhpur.

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- Bikaner
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- bundi
- Bundi
- A real hidden gem in Rajasthan’s crown jewels, Bundi is dominated by the imposing Taragarh Fort, dating back to 1354, and Bundi Palace, which is built into the hillside with the blue houses of the town spreading out below.

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- Bundi
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- Landscape & Scenery
- History & Culture
- Rajasthan & the North
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- calcutta
- Calcutta
- The former capital of the Raj, Calcutta still retains much of its colonial character. Its legacy lives on in the imperious Victoria Memorial in the heart of the city, today home to an impressive art collection, and the churches of St John and St Andrew.

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- Calcutta
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- History & Culture
- Journeys & Cruises
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- Calcutta & The East
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- chambal river sanctuary
- Chambal Sanctuary
- Only 70 kilometres from Agra, the Chambal Sanctuary is a land that has retained its unique landscapes, rugged charm and rare wildlife. The valley is fast emerging as an exciting new destination, given its unique and unpolluted habitat and the consequent rich diversity of life forms that it supports.

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- Chambal Sanctuary
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- Safari & Wildlife
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- chennai
- Chennai
- Although Portuguese and Armenian communities already inhabited India's eastern coast, it was the British who shaped the town they called Madras. But Chennai is also a city of today, as you’ll see if you stroll along Marina Beach or through the centre.

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- Chennai
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- History & Culture
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- Kerala & South India
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- chettinad
- Chettinad
- A visit to Chettinad and the surrounding area provides an interesting contrast to the ancient history of the temple towns, with traditional craftsmen at work in the market and dusty lanes lined with crumbling carved facades hiding cavernous interiors supported by Burma teak and satinwood pillars.

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- Chettinad
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- Landscape & Scenery
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- Kerala & South India
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- chhatra sagar
- Chhatra Sagar
- Chhatra Sagar is a hundred-year old reservoir set in 1400 acres of privately owned farmland, which has been worked by the same family for many generations.

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- Chhatra Sagar
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- chittorgarh
- Chittorgarh
- Only two and a half hours from Udaipur, the huge hilltop complex of Chittorgarh dominates its surroundings. Today much of the fort is still standing and includes so many ruins that it takes at least half a day to fully explore.

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- Chittorgarh
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- cochin
- Cochin
- The principal port for southwestern India, Cochin has been a trading post for centuries and the Portuguese, Dutch and British influences remain evident. The city is a series of islands with a palace, old spice warehouses, Jewish synagogue and churches in Fort Cochin.

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- Cochin
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- Kerala & South India
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- coorg
- Coorg
- Coorg (Kodagu) was a state in its own right until as recently as 1956. The market town of Madekeri is the capital of the region and is surrounded by picturesque hills filled with spice plantations and coffee estates.

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- Coorg
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- Landscape & Scenery
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- Kerala & South India
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- corbett tiger reserve
- Corbett Tiger Reserve
- Located in the Himalayan Foothills on the Ramganga River, Corbett is the longest-established national park in India and has a wonderful combination of location and history. Jim Corbett’s reputation as a naturalist lives on and serves as an inspiration to preserve the wildlife of India.

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- Corbett Tiger Reserve
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- Landscape & Scenery
- The Himalayas
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- darjeeling
- Darjeeling
- For centuries the hill station at Darjeeling has provided respite from Calcutta’s fierce summer heat and also the ideal climate for tea planters to cultivate the 'Champagne of the East'. The Raj era estates and bungalows can be seen alongside the more recently arrived Tibetan population.

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- Darjeeling
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- Calcutta & The East
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- delhi
- Delhi
- Many tours will start and finish in Delhi, India's bustling capital. On the surface it is very much a symbol of modern India - contemporary and developing, but scattered throughout the city lie testaments to Delhi's intriguing past. The vast Red Fort and the Jama Masjid Mosque are some of the architectural splendours of northern India.

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- Delhi
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- deogarh
- Deogarh
- Deogarh is a small town set in wonderful surroundings. It is home to a 200 year-old fort and beautiful lake, which features an island filled with ancient tombs and a ruined temple. Take time to wander through the narrow streets of the town to see the small shops and market stalls.

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- Deogarh
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- devigarh
- Devigarh
- Devigarh overlooks the small village of Delwara and is located 28km northeast of Udaipur, a convenient and scenic 45 minute drive from the city. There are four 14th century Jain Temples and a visit provides the opportunity to experience village life in Rajasthan.

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- Devigarh
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- dharamsala and mcleod ganj
- Dharamsala & McLeod Ganj
- Although Dharamsala is the better known of these two neighbouring towns, McLeod Ganj is the base for the Tibetan government in exile and their community. The Dalai Lama is often in residence in May and July and may lead prayers at these times.

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- Dharamsala & McLeod Ganj
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- The Himalayas
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- dungapur
- Dungapur
- Dungapur, otherwise known as the City of Hills, was founded in the 13th century, nestled into the southern part of the Aravalli hills. The original palace, the Juna Mahal, was built as a rural retreat by the ruling Rajputs, and constructed with crenulated walls, turrets and narrow passageways as a means of defence.

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- Dungapur
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- fatehpur sikri
- Fatehpur Sikri
- Fatehpur Sikri is a quiet town 26 miles to the west of Agra, used for scarcely 20 years as the court of the Emperor Akbar and then, in the 16th century, abandoned to the elements. Highlights include the Royal Palace and Audience Hall.

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- Fatehpur Sikri
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- gangtok
- Gangtok
- Set on a ridge at 1,547 metres, the Sikkimese capital Gangtok faces Kanchenjunga, a location that would justify a visit in itself. The nearby Rumtek Monastery was only built in the 1960s but is a replica of the far older building in Tibet.

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- Gangtok
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- Calcutta & The East
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- goa
- Goa
- Lulled by the waters of the Arabian Sea and with shady palms swaying in the breeze, Goa's relaxed pace of life has always made it an ideal introduction to India. Home to some of the country's best-known and finest white sandy beaches, Goa is a cosmopolitan melting pot.

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- Goa
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- Mumbai, Goa & Central India
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- gokarna
- Gokarna
- The small holy town of Gokarna enjoys a stunning location on the coast of the Arabian Sea, and its quiet and secluded beaches are ideal for relaxing and soaking up the sun.

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- Gokarna
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- Mumbai, Goa & Central India
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- gulbarga
- Gulbarga
- The founding capital of the Bahmani dynasty, Gulbarga remains a predominantly Muslim town with many of its once magnificent buildings now in ruins, with the exception of the marble tomb complex of Dargah - well worth a visit.
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- Gulbarga
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- guwahati
- Guwahati
- Guwahati, the gateway to the North East and capital city of Assam, is situated on the banks of the winding Brahmaputra River.

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- Guwahati
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- Calcutta & The East
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- gwalior
- Gwalior
- Though it dates back to the 8th century, most of Gwalior's huge fort was constructed in the 15th century, a vast complex that encompasses several interesting temples, ruined palaces and the exclusive Scindia boarding school. Exploring the deserted Man Singh Palace is a definite highlight.

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- Gwalior
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- hampi
- Hampi
- Destroyed by an alliance of Deccani sultans, Hampi was once the centre of the Vijayanagar empire. Today this rambling ghost city next to the Tungabhadra River attracts a trickle of pilgrims and tourists who make the journey across the Deccan plateau or from Goa.

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- Hampi
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- Landscape & Scenery
- Mumbai, Goa & Central India
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- haridwar
- Haridwar
- A fascinating and somewhat off-the-beaten track town on the Ganges, Haridwar is easily accessible by rail from Delhi and, like Rishikesh, is one of India's seven Hindu holy cities and where the captivating evening aarti ceremony takes place at dusk.

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- Haridwar
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- History & Culture
- The Himalayas
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- hospet
- Hospet
- The small town of Hospet is the base usually used by visitors travelling to Hampi and the remains of the Vijayanagar Empire, only 13km (8 miles) distant.

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- Hospet
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- hyderabad
- Hyderabad
- Once one of India's richest princely states, Hyderabad is renowned as the source of the magnificent Koh-I-Noor diamond as well as its notoriously pleasure-loving nizams. These days you will find the city a blend of old and new.

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- Hyderabad
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- History & Culture
- Food & Drink
- Mumbai, Goa & Central India
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- jaipur
- Jaipur
- Jaipur, known as the Pink City because of its brightly-painted stone buildings, is a lively and bustling place founded in 1727. The City Palace houses an excellent, if somewhat eclectic, museum, and the magnificent Amber Palace lies on top of a hill just outside the city.

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- Jaipur
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- jaisalmer
- Jaisalmer
- The golden city of Jaisalmer rises like a mirage from the flat expanses of the Thar Desert. The thick walls of the fort enclose a maze of narrow streets and a walking tour gives an excellent insight into a way of life seemingly little changed for centuries.

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- Jaisalmer
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- jodhpur
- Jodhpur
- Set on a steep rocky outcrop, Jodhpur's fort provides an outstanding vantage point overlooking the sprawling blue and whitewashed houses scattered below. The Meherangarh Fort, or 'Majestic Fort', is one of the most impressive in Rajasthan.

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- Jodhpur
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- History & Culture
- Rajasthan & the North
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- kalimpong
- Kalimpong
- Continuing north through forested hills you arrive in Kalimpong, where ancient Buddhist monasteries, including Thonga Gompa, dot the landscape. The School of Tibetan Medicine at the Ringkinpong Monastery is the only one of its kind outside Tibet.

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- Kalimpong
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- Landscape & Scenery
- Calcutta & The East
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- kanchipuram
- Kanchipuram
- Once the capital of the Pallava dynasty and one of India's seven Hindu holy cities, Kanchipuram is known for its many temples. There are dozens of them, built from the 10th to 15th centuries and some still attract hundreds of people to worship each day while others fall gradually into disrepair.

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- Kanchipuram
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- History & Culture
- Kerala & South India
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- kanha national park
- Kanha National Park
- Kanha National Park covers over 900 square kilometres and has two entry points - at Kisli and the more remote Mukki gate - with accommodation options at each. Over 200 bird species and 22 species of mammal, including tiger, leopard, the Indian wild dog and swamp deer, have been recorded.

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- Kanha National Park
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- History & Culture
- Safari & Wildlife
- Landscape & Scenery
- Mumbai, Goa & Central India
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- khajuraho
- Khajuraho
- Dating back to the Chandela dynasty, this complex of 21 exquisite stone-carved temples is mainly famed for its Kama Sutra decorations. Intricate carvings from the 10th and 11th centuries cover every pillar from plinth to spire, the most famous, the erotic figures.

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- Kovalam
- The tiny beaches of Kovalam are a popular destination, yet still maintain an air of calm. Relax on the warm palm-fringed sands, rejuvenate your senses with some ayurvedic treatments, or wander along the headland.

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- The drive to Kumbalgarh Fort is spectacular, winding through idyllic rural scenes where women dressed in colourful saris work the wheat fields or plough and draw water with oxen.

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- Leh is located some 3500 metres above sea level and is the capital of Ladakh. The town lies in the ancient Indus valley and has been a trading post for Himalayan peoples for centuries.

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- Little Rann of Kutch National Park
- The Little Rann of Kutch is a featureless expanse of flat land. Comprised mostly of low-lying salt marsh known as the sea bed, this saline wilderness is dotted with islands known as beyts where coarse grasses, acacia and scrub spring up in the monsoon season.

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- Madurai
- Madurai is a temple town like no other. It is home to the huge Meenakshi Temple, which was built at the same time as the Taj Mahal and is virtually a town in itself.

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- Mahabalipuram
- Mahabalipuram has been a centre for stone carving for hundreds of years, a legacy displayed in superb temples, bas reliefs and mandapas.

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- maheshwar
- Maheshwar
- Set on the banks of the wide blue Narmada River lies the relaxing little town of Maheshwar, dominated by the 18th century fort and temples.

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- Mararikulam
- The small fishing village of Mararikulam is only 14 kilometres from Alleppey and just over an hour south of Cochin. It's the perfect spot to spend time relaxing on the beach.

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- mount abu
- Mount Abu
- Rajasthan’s only hill station, Mount Abu is situated in the wooded Aravalli Hills and spread around one side of Lake Nakki, 1,720 metres above sea level.

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- Mumbai (Bombay)
- Mumbai is India’s most cosmopolitan city and its commercial capital, with a progressive and vibrant atmosphere and a wonderful collection of British-built Indo-Saracenic and Gothic architecture.

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- Munnar
- The cool climate of Munnar provides a welcome relief from the heat of the plains and is surrounded by some of the world's highest tea plantations.

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- mussoorie
- Mussoorie
- To the north of Rishikesh, Mussoorie is another charming hillstation, built along a ridge and looking across the forested Doon Valley and the Himalayas.

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- mysore
- Mysore
- The former capital of the Wodeyar dynasty, Mysore has been home to one of the longest established empires in Indian history and the current Maharaja of Mysore still resides in the opulently-decorated city palace.

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- nagarhole national park
- Nagarhole National Park
- Nagarhole National Park, in the southern state of Karnataka, became a national park in 1955 and was once the exclusive hunting preserve of the rulers of Mysore.

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- nagaur
- Nagaur
- Nagaur is a small city in central Rajasthan in between Jodhpur and Bikaner.

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- Nainital
- North east of Delhi lies the lakeside hillstation of Nainital, with the original bungalows, villas and manicured lawns of the colonial era.

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- narlai
- Narlai
- Narlai, a 15th century village located in the Pali District of Rajasthan, makes a convenient base for exploring the local countryside, as well as for visiting Kumbhalgarh Fort and the Jain temples at Ranakpur.

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- neeleshwar
- Neeleshwar
- Situated on the northern coast of Kerala (Malabar), the settlement of Neeleshwar has only just made its way onto the traveller's map due to the opening of Neeleshwar Hermitage.

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- Neeleshwar
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- nimaj
- Nimaj
- Nimaj is a tranquil hideaway in the heart of the Aravalli Hills, an excellent place to relax and unwind during a tour of Rajasthan.

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- Nimaj
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- ooty
- Ooty
- Ooty is located just over the border in Tamil Nadu, surrounded by spectacular countryside. This former grand hill station remains popular with Indian tourists enjoying the cool air.

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- Ooty
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- orchha
- Orchha
- The sleepy 16th century town of Orchha is beautifully set in the forest along the banks of the Betwa River, with the ochre spires of the cenotaphs, temples and ramparts of the Jehangir Mahal Fort Palace rising above a boulder-strewn landscape.

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- orissa
- Orissa
- The laid-back state of Orissa has yet to be ‘discovered’ by large numbers of tourists and the tranquil atmosphere provides a pleasant contrast to the frenetic Indian cities.

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- Orissa
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- Bhubaneswar
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The gateway to Orissa is Bhubaneswar, a short flight south from Calcutta. The former capital of the Kalinga Empire, the city was chosen by Mark Twain as one of the wonders of...

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- Bhubaneswar
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- jeypore
- Jeypore
- Jeypore lies at the heart of the tribal areas and is the best place to stay to explore the surrounding Orissa region.

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- konark
- Konark
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To the north of Puri stands the Sun Temple at Konark, one of the finest architectural achievements in India.
Constructed in the 13th century, the complex was...

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- Konark
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- puri
- Puri
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A day trip from Bhubaneswar can take you to Puri, one of the four holiest Hindu cities in India and the site of the Jagannath Temple.
The temple, though thronged with...

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- Puri
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- Calcutta & The East
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- palakkad
- Palakkad
- Located in a quiet corner of Kerala, Palakkad is home to one of the best preserved forts in the state.

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- Palakkad
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- panna national park
- Panna National Park
- Only 45 minutes from the ornate temple complex at Khajuraho, Panna National Park is one of the country's most accessible tiger sanctuaries, also hosting a variety of other animals.

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- Panna National Park
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- pench tiger reserve
- Pench Tiger Reserve
- Thought to have inspired Kipling’s ‘Jungle Book’, Pench is a relatively new member of Project Tiger and perhaps the least known National Park in Madhya Pradesh.

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- Pench Tiger Reserve
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- Mumbai, Goa & Central India
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- periyar national park
- Thekkady & Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Thekkady is a popular resort and spice trading town next to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in the Cardamom Hills and provides convenient access to the park.

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- Thekkady & Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
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- pokaran
- Pokaran
- Pokaran is a clean, sleepy town centred around a small vegetable market where the local people are intrigued by visitors.

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- Pokaran
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- pondicherry
- Pondicherry
- In the French colonial town of Pondicherry many of the streets still have their Gallic names and elegant European-style buildings, and the police retain white uniforms with gendarme caps. Just outside the town is one of the most famous ashrams in India, Auroville.

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- Pondicherry
- 11.93286004
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- pragpur
- Pragpur
- Less than three hours south of Dharamsala and McLeodganj, Pragpur is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area, including the peaceful village of Garli.

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- Pragpur
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- The Himalayas
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- pushkar
- Pushkar
- Every November, the normally tranquil lakeside town of Pushkar changes completely thanks to the camel festival. At other times of the year the character is very different as the small town welcomes pilgrims who come to pay their respects by the sacred lake at the heart of the town.

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- Pushkar
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- ramathra
- Ramathra
- Ramathra lies between two of India's most well known wildlife reserves; Ranthambhore National Park and the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary at Bharatpur.

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- Ramathra
- 26.27340292
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- ranthambhore national park
- Ranthambhore National Park
- Ranthambhore derives its name from a 10th century fort that sits high on a craggy outcrop and now remains one of the best places to view tigers in the wild, despite reports showing a declining population.

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- Ranthambhore National Park
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- rinchenpong
- Rinchenpong
- Rinchenpong, in Sikkim in north east India, is fed by over 100 rivers and boasts some of the most exotic flora and fauna in the country and fantastic views of Kanchenjunga mountain.

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- Rinchenpong
- 27.23639664
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- Calcutta & The East
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- rishikesh
- Rishikesh
- One of India’s seven Hindu holy cities, and bisected by the mighty Ganges, Rishikesh is home to many ashrams offering spiritual learning, yoga and meditation. For generations Rishikesh has been a rest stop for holy men and pilgrims heading into the Himalaya seeking purity.

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- Rishikesh
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- The Himalayas
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- rohet
- Rohet
- Less than an hour’s scenic drive from Jodhpur, the village of Rohet is a convenient place to stop on the way to or from Udaipur. It has long been popular with travellers and writers seeking a peaceful place to relax or pen a few lines.

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- Rohet
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- Rajasthan & the North
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- samode
- Samode
- Samode is ideal for gentle walks through atmospheric streets and alleys, discovering artisans’ workshops where traditional crafts, textile printing and miniature painting are still practiced.

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- sasan gir national park
- Sasan Gir National Park
- Sasan Gir is unique in being the last remaining home of the Asiatic lion. In 1980 this sanctuary was set up to protect the lion and its habitat, and since its initiation the number of lion have increased from under 200 to an estimated 286.

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- Sasan Gir National Park
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- satpura national park
- Satpura National Park
- The Satpura National Park is the least known and least visited park in Central India and takes its name from the Satpura hill ranges of Madhya Pradesh. Satpura National Park supports an array of mammals and the scenery is beautiful.

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- Satpura National Park
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- shahpura
- Shahpura
- Halfway between both Jaipur and Udaipur, Shahpura enjoys a wonderful setting in the plains surrounded by numerous lakes dug by the ancestors of the current land owners to bring water to the area.

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- Shahpura
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- shimla
- Shimla
- At over 2,100 metres above sea level, Shimla was once the cool summer retreat for the British colonial government escaping from the heat of the plains.

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- Shimla
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- The Himalayas
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- sundarbans tiger reserve
- Sundarbans Tiger Reserve
- In the Sundarbans everything is on a huge scale. Aside from tigers, this fragile environment supports an astonishing variety of other fauna including estuarine crocodiles who feed on the multitude of fish, spotted deer and an array of birdlife.

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- Sundarbans Tiger Reserve
- 21.94814066
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- Calcutta & The East
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- tanjore
- Tanjore
- Tanjore is best known for its 1,000-year-old Brihadishwara Temple built by King Rajaraja I and dedicated to the god Shiva.

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- Tanjore
- 10.78478682
- 79.14198875
- History & Culture
- Kerala & South India
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- tellicherry
- Tellicherry
- Tellicherry can provide a break for those travelling to or from Karnataka. Those visiting the area between November and March may be able to attend a local Hindu temple to see the energetic Theyyam dances.

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- Tellicherry
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- Kerala & South India
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- the backwaters
- The Backwaters
- A large part of Kerala’s considerable charm lies in the Backwaters, a network of canals that lead off Lake Vembanad.

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- The Backwaters
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- Kerala & South India
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- tranquebar
- Tranquebar
- Formerly a Danish colony and port, Tranquebar is a small coastal town steeped in history. It is also reputed to have the thickest ozone layer in India, making it a healthy place to enjoy the sea breeze.

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- Tranquebar
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- Landscape & Scenery
- Kerala & South India
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- trichy
- Trichy
- Set on the banks of the mighty Cauvery River is the bustling town of Trichy, home of the Rock Fort Temple and the Srirangam temple complex.

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- Trichy
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- Kerala & South India
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- udaipur
- Udaipur
- Still ruled by a much-respected Maharaja whose magnificent City Palace forms the heart of the city, Udaipur is one of the most impressive cities in Rajasthan.

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- Udaipur
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- varanasi
- Varanasi
- A place of pilgrimage since time immemorial, the holy city of Varanasi is set on the banks of the sacred river Ganges.

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- waynad
- Waynad
- Nestling amongst the mountains of Western Ghat is the region of Waynad, where green hillsides are coated with coffee, banana, rubber and tea plantations. Its name is thought to mean ‘Land of the Paddies’ and it is known for its tribal population.
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