SPECIAL MALAYSIA

History Of Malaysia

Malaysia for all the positive reasons is a land of paradoxes. This travel destination is a perfect getaway for those wishing to imbibe the ancient culture of Southeast Asia and witness the almost impenetrable rainforests on one side and want to pamper themselves with some luxury on the other hand. Yes, this popular tourism destination lets one relish the dramatic contrast of modern meeting rustic. And Oh! We cannot forget what a lovely melting pot of culture this amazing country is. Even though Malaysia boasts a large Muslim population, it will stun you with its cultural diversity, there are Chinese, Hindu and several indigenous tribes along with aboriginal groups that add multiple colours to the country. Indeed, Malaysia is an ideal travel destination for culture lovers, however, there is a side of it appropriate for the luxury seekers who can pamper themselves as much as they want in the glitzy tourist attraction of Kuala Lumpur city that also houses the popular sightseeing site, the Petronas Towers.

The Malaysia travel guide has plenty to offer to nature and wildlife lovers as well. The country boasts rich biodiversity and one of the most ancient ecosystems for the wildlife enthusiasts to relish the sight of orangutans or silvered leaf monkeys (lutung). Nature lovers can find their bliss in the plethora of national parks, channels of meandering rivers and stunning beaches where those inclined towards adventure activities can have a good time. Snorkel and dive to witness the magical underwater world where tropical fish, corals, and dolphins add to your experience. Truly, a holiday in Malaysia is an experience of a lifetime, whether you are on a family vacation, on a solo adventure or on a honeymoon, there is plenty out there for you to witness, savour, and experience. Malaysia indeed completes your Southeast Asia tour, in fact, it inspires you to explore this diverse continent and witness its magic.

SPECIAL KUTCH

Kutch Attractions, Places to Visit, Things to Do in Kutch

If so, we invite you to the miraculous land of the Rann of Kutch. Come witness the miraculous land of Kutch with its hearty folk, deep rooted culture, many attractions and vast deserts. We as your Rann of Kutch travel Guide will make your experience a flawless one, with our Kutch tourism package covering all your needs and requirements completely.

That time of the year is here again! The Rann Utsav is nearly upon us and one can now stop admiring the beauty of the brilliant dunes of the Rann of Kutch afar and be a witness to this joyous confluence of cultures, a rare display of the skills of various craftsmen and artisans and mixed representation of culture and communities.

MADHYA PRADESH

Madhya Pradesh Attractions, Places to Visit, Things to Do in South India

This is the heartland of India, a state packed with surprises, where tigers roam the jungle, and fortified towns, temples, stupas and cave paintings lure the visitor

Madhya Pradesh, literally translated, means “middle land”, and it does spread across Central India. Most of the state is upland plateaus and hills, interspersed with the deep valleys of rivers that flow east into the Bay of Bengal and west into the Arabian Sea. Much of India’s forest is located here. It consists of some of the finest deciduous hardwoods in the world — teak, sal, hardwickia, Indian ebony, and rosewood. Bamboo is prolific in the hills and there are magnificent fruit and flowering trees. The Mahadeo Hills of the Satpura Range is the home of the tiger, panther, Indian bison and the myriad herbivores that make the jungle their home. Madhya Pradesh Packages.

The state is also home to many Adivasi groups. Among the most populous are the Gonds, found across the Madhya Pradesh and into neighboring Chhattisgarh. Western Madhya Pradesh is inhabited by the Bhils, a group of warriors and hunters who once held the powerful Mughal army at bay. Eastern Madhya Pradesh is dominated by the Oraons, now largely Christian.

Madhya Pradesh has many crafts, from the weaving of Chanderi and Mahesh-war to the carpet-making of Vidisha, Mandsaur, and Sarguja. Other crafts include carpentry, pottery, textile printing and dyeing, metalworking, wood-carving and leather work.

ANDAMAN & NICOBAR

History of Andaman & Nicobar

The original inhabitants of the island lived in the forest by hunting and fishing. There are four Negrito tribes, viz, the Great Andmanese, Onge, Jarawa and Sentinalese and Shompen in the Nicobar group of the island, and two Mongoloid tribes, viz, Nicobarese and Shompen in the Nicobar group of island. Among these, the Jarawas and the sentinalese have not yet learnt the concept of covering their bodies.

The modern history of the Andaman and Nicobar Island begins with the establishment of a settlement by east India Company in 1789. Portuguese came first who were followed by the Dutch and the British; however, in 1796 this settlement was abandoned.

Then came the revolt in 1837 in India. Andaman offered ready-made solution for the rebels. The construction of cellular jail was taken up in1896 which was carried out by the convicts. Following the first war of Indians independence in 1857, the British India Government founded the penal settlement in these islands in 1858, and dreaded criminals from the mainland India which continued till the Second World War. During the Second World War, the Japanese forces occupied the Andaman and Nicobar islands till 1942.

The constitutional reforms of 1935 necessitated a through revision of policy in September 1938 the first beach of prisoner’s left the Andamanand by January 1938 all prisoners were released. The National flag was first hoisted here in 1943 by the great leader Subhash Chandra Bose. The Second World War and subsequent Japanese occupation from 1942-45 brought the island a taste of foreign military occupations. After evacuation of the Japanese in 1945, the Islands, a part of India, become free on August 15, 1947. In November 1956, the Andaman Nicobar Island was constituted into a Union Territory administered by the president of India.

A Sound and Light Show at Ross Island, the erstwhile British HQ, and at the Cellular Jail provides an insight into the sufferings of the inmates and their indomitable spirit. For history enthusiasts, The Heritage Walk, ‘Naqsh-e-Kadam,’ is a guided walking programmer covering the heritage buildings at Port Blair such as Cellular Jail and Clock Tower.

LEH LADAKH

History of Leh Ladakh

Ladakh means a land of passes. Viewed from high above its surface, Ladakh appears a vast monotony of three colours: the brown of the earth, the white of the snow and the blck dark shadows in the valleys. Leh, 434 km from Srinagar and at a height of 3521 meters on the Karakoram range is the district headquarters of Ladakh.

Ladakh’s early history is woven into its mythology. The great Chinese wanderer Fa-Hien travelled its folds as far back as 399 AD. Ladakh is renowned for its Buddhist monasteries which are dotted all over the sparsely populated countryside, each richly decorated with paintings and virtually a storehouse of ancient religious manuscripts.

SOUTH INDIA

South India Attractions, Places to Visit, Things to Do in South India

South India is the southernmost region in India. It consists of states like Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Kerala. It also consists of Union Territories like Pondicherry and Lakshwadeep Island in the Arabian Sea. The landscape in South India is varied, there are long stretches of beaches, waterfalls, forests, backwaters, wildlife sanctuaries and lakes. South India tours are very popular both with international as well as domestic markets. Below are some of the at the interesting South Indian travel circuits. Kerala backwaters and beaches are one of the top attractions to visit South India. Sail on a houseboat on the calm waters. The calm waters of the lake and the serene environment transforms the traveler into a dream world. In the God’s own country aka Kerala gift yourself an Ayurvedic retreat. There are resorts which specialize in Ayurveda treatments. The therapies are extremely popular with both the domestic and international guests. The breathtaking hill stations of South India such as Munnar, Ooty and Kodaikanal are perfect getaways for family holidays and and honeymoon couples. Walk through the sprawling tea plantations in Ooty or Munnar and feel the aromatic smell touching your senses.

SPECIAL KERALA

Kerala Attractions, Places to Visit, Things to Do in Kerala

Kerala’s attractions are tucked away in the Cardamom Hills and along the Malabar Coast, laced between 41 rivers and plantations of teak, pepper, and rubber, all kept green by two monsoons each year. Much of the landscape and wealth of Kerala is dominated by tall, elegant coconut palms. No part of this tree is wasted and the state has a flourishing coir (fibre) industry. Coffee plantations spread across the foothills of the Western Ghats, tea grows at higher altitudes and, in southern Kerala, and there are acres of rubber trees. Another important crop, sold to North India, is the areca nut which grows on graceful palms.

The Malabar Coast grows the world’s best pepper. Half of Europe engaged in power struggles to command supplies of this small, pungent berry. Cardamom and cashew nuts are other important cash crops and no compound is without a few banana trees. The flatter, fertile land supports two or three annual harvests of rice. Tasty Keralan rice —eaten with practically every meal — is parboiled before dehusking, giving a characteristic fat grain flecked with red, a process that preserves the vitamin D.

JAMMU KASHMIR

History of Jammu Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir falls into three regions. Jammu is on the plains, populated by Dogras and Punjabis, who are primarily Hindu, and Sikh Punjabi, Dogri, Kashmiri, Urdu and Hindi are all spoken here.

The Kashmir Valley, the second region, only became easily accessible with the construction of the Jawahar Tunnel in 1958. Before that the Pir Panjal range, daunting even in summer, ensured Kashmir’s winter isolation. Even now the road may be blocked for weeks by snow and landslides. Kashmir includes the valley and surrounding mountains that stretch from Banihal northwards into Pakistan.

A large part of northern Kashmir is controlled by Pakistan. The present border between the two countries (known as the Line of Control) is the ceasefire line from the 1948-49 war. At Independence it was still undecided which country Kashmir was to enter. The Hindu ruler took his majority Muslim population into the Indian Union in 1948, under circumstances that are still heavily disputed, particularly by Pakistan. The referendum on the issue of accession, promised by Nehru, has never been allowed to take place and, with intransigence on both sides, there seems little hope of any imminent settlement.

The third region, Ladakh, was formerly a kingdom of Western Tibet, but following invasions by the Dogras in the 19th century it was annexed by India. Geographically and culturally it has more in common with Tibet than with India. Ladakhi is closely allied to Tibetan, and Buddhism is the predominant religion, although there are many Muslim Ladakhis.

ROYAL RAJASTHAN

Rajasthan Attractions, Places to Visit, Things to Do in Kerala

Rajasthan or Rajputana of the old-days, the land of chivalrous brave and people with a warlike lifestyle around whom grew the most amazing legends of romance, heroism and sacrifice; the land endowed with invincible forts, magnificent palaces and havelis. The cities of Rajasthan still retain the medieval touch keeping alive the timeless traditions in their rich art and crafts.

The state represents an unusual diversity in all its forms – people, culture, customs, costumes and cuisine.

Rajasthan was known as Rajputana or the home of Rajputs,a martial community who ruled over this area this area for centuries.

History of Rajasthan dates back to the pre-historic times. From 3000 to 1000 BC it had a culture akin to that of the Indus valley civilisation. It were the Chauhans who dominated the Rajput affairs from 7th century and by 12th century they had become and imperial power, After the Chauhans it was the Guhilots of Mewar who controlled the destiny of the warring tribes. Beside Mewar other States, also historical prominent, were Marwar, Jaipur, Bundi, Kota, Bharatpur and Alwar. The other small states were only the off-shoot of these. All these States had accepted the British Treaty of Subordinate Alliance in 1818 as it protected the interests of the princes. It naturally left the people discounted.

SCENIC SIKKIM

Sikkim

Under the starry sky exists a paradise that is full of warm-hearted people and fairytale destinations. Ornamenting the right shoulder of India, Sikkim is a hideout from the hullabaloo of chaotic urban life. Last to be added as a part of Northeastern Region, Sikkim vouches for an incredible holiday experience that is an assortment of adventure, opulent history, nature’s beauty, and heart melting culture. Music to the ears of holidaymakers, this Northeastern piece of melody is where rejuvenation awaits you amidst scintillating high altitude lakes, green sprawls, gorgeous waterfalls and meandering rivers; and where spirituality and peace of mind find you at serene monasteries; and celebration of a plethora of fairs & festivals makes you fall in love.