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Kamandalu Ubud Resort

Are you searching for a perfect honeymoon destination? A place where you can enjoy luxury and at the same time get connected with nature? Then you are on the right track.

Plan your trip to Bali, Indonesia, and book your stay at Kamandalu Ubud Resort.

Ubud is famous for its traditional art, ancient temples, and rice terraces. Located in the beautiful green hills of Ubud, Kamandalu Ubud Resort is a tranquil resort. The resort is built on the Petanu River and is just 10 minutes drive from Ubud center.

It is a nature lover’s paradise loaded with many luxury facilities. You will get to experience:

• Exclusive butler service at Village Club
• Authentic Indonesian cuisine at Petulu Restaurant
• 6-course forest dining at Tree Deck
• Alfresco dining by the poolside at Aira Cafe
• Lunch with Ubud’s tranquil tropical forest view at Awana Pool And Lounge
• Relax with your partner at Chaya Spa
• Rejuvenate your senses at Forest Spa

Want to know more about the experiences you will get? Check out KamandaluResort.com.

Old Delhi Famous Food

Delhi, India / By Ankita Popli

The word Old Delhi already fills water to the mouth of many. Honestly speaking, I am not a foodie kind of person and have not been here all my life except two times when I had to buy my painting stuff. But now the coin has flipped its side, and I am now exploring all the gali-nukkad of Old Delhi. It wouldn’t be wrong to say that a part of me belongs to the streets of Purani Dilli now, post my wedding.

I have not yet explored all the streets in these six months but still, I have come to know about a few of them and tried their yumminess.

So here I present the paradise of food lovers, Purani Dilli.

1. Natraj Dahi Bhalla

They have the smallest menu, dahi bhalla, and aloo tikki, but they will leave you in the desire for more.
Cost for two: INR 100 (approx)
Address: Head towards Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib from Lal Quila Metro Station, go straight towards Haldiram, on the right-hand side you will see the Central Bank of India; Natraj Dahi Bhalla is adjacent to the Bank.

2. Old Famous Jalebi Wala

You can’t hold yourself when you see the making of these soft sweet twirls in front of you. These tedhe-medhe circles are fried in hot oil and then dipped in sugar syrup. They are more thick and crispy than the usual jalebi’s.
Cost for two: INR 100 (approx)
Address: Make your way towards Chandni Chowk’s main market from Lal Quila Metro Station; it is located on the corner of Dariba Kala.

3. Lotan Chole Wala

The people around usually say it as ‘Lotan ke Chole Kulche’. This street side vendor sells his chole in a different style. The cholas are served in a spicy red hot curry with the topping of potato, green chilies, and coriander.
Cost for two: 60 INR (approx)
Address: Walk from Chawri Bazaar Metro Station towards Jama Masjid, about 250 meters away you will find a path named Barshabulla Chowk. There is a lane next to the Barshabulla Chowk. Lotan Chole Wala is about 50 meters away from the lane starting.

4. Kakke di Hatti

Dal Makhani, Palak Paneer, Paneer Butter Masala, Shahi Paneer are the menu here but Soya Chaap with Rumali Rotis is the taste you will go crazy for.
Cost for two: INR 250 (approx)
Address: Make Chandni Chowk as your center point, now step towards Fatehpuri Chowk, take the right direction from there. Kakke di Hatti is about 50 steps away.

5. Asharam ke Parathe

If you are fond of parathas then you must try out this place. They make such awesome potato, cabbage, paneer, and other stuffed parathas that will make you speechless. By the way, I prefer Asharam ke Parathe more than what we get in Parathewali Gali.
Cost for two: 100 INR (approx)
Address: Take the exit from Chandni Chowk metro station, take right, walk towards Nai Sarak and ask for Townhall. Asharam Parathe is in Townhall, above Raymonds showroom on the first floor.

6. Kulle / Kulliye

Kulliye is like a fruit chaat but it is made differently. Hira Lal Chaat is a tiny street side vendor who makes this yummy kulliye. They cut a piece of fruit, make a big hole in it, and then add some boiled chickpeas (उबले हुए छोले), pomegranate grains (अनार के दाने) and some spices (मसाले).
Cost for two: 60 INR (approx)
Address: From Chawri Bazaar metro station, go straight towards Jama Masjid, around 200 meters walk from the metro station you will see a lane named ‘Lohe Wali Gali’, Hira Lal Chaat is at the corner of this lane.

7. Nagori Halwa / Aloo Bedmi

Poori made in desi ghee and served with suji halwa & spicy curried potatoes. This is the usual breakfast of Purani Dilli. Pooran Halwai is the famous one here.
Cost for two: 50 INR (approx)
Address: Take the exit from Chawri Bazaar metro station and walk towards Nai Sarak. About 300 meters of the walk, you will see a shop on the left side, Gujarat Namkeen Bhandaar. There is a lane on the left side of Gujarat Namkeen, walk for about 250 meters towards Charkhewalan Chowk. Pooran Halwai is on the right side on Charkhewalan Chowk.

8. Kuremal Mohanlal Kulfiwale

Kulfi stuffed with seasonal fruits like Mango, Java Plum (Jamun) or Lychee are the perfect swords for beating the heat. Head towards Sita Ram Bazaar and you will find the oldest shop for Kulfi here.
Cost for two: INR (approx)
Address: Head towards Sita Ram Bazaar from Chawri Bazaar metro station. Walk for about 50 meters and you will see Ashoka Sweets shop on the right side. There is a lane next to Ashoka Sweets, called Kucha Pati Ram. Walk for 100 meters and your destination will be on the right.

9. Chaina Ram Sweet Shop

This sweet shop is famous for its Karachi Halwa. But you must try Sew Paak as well. It is sweet made of Sew (Bhujia) and it is yummy to eat.
Cost for two: INR (approx)
Address: Take the right towards Fatehpuri Chowk from Chandni Chowk metro station. Go straight for about 600 meters. You will see a T-point there. Chaina Ram Sweet Shop is on the T-point.

10. Daulat ki Chaat

It does not have any link with salt or any spices. It is a creamy dessert made with milk and topped with khoya & kesar (saffron). You can taste this unique dessert only in the cold season because they sell it in winters only.
Cost for two: 40 INR (approx)
Address: Head towards Chandni Chowk from the metro station. Cross the road and you will see a lane there, called Parathe Wali Gali. Daulat ki Chaat is in the same lane.

Chokhi Dhani – A Glimpse of Rajasthan

India, Jaipur / By Ankita Popli

Have you ever visited the entire Rajasthan in one day? No Right! Rajasthan is so big and beautiful that not only you and I, even God himself can’t explore the beautifulness of this place in a single day.

But with the Chokhi Dhani Group’s initiative, this can happen at any time. Situated in the ‘Pink City’ of Rajasthan, Jaipur, Chokhi Dhani is a place where you can get a glimpse of the whole Rajasthan in one place.

The motive of Chokhi Dhani is to make you see the vibrant colors of Rajasthani traditions. Here you can experience Rajasthani folk dance, paintings, bani thani art, handicraft, etc.

There are also different types of games for you to enjoy, which you can play at a very minimal charge, such as shooting, dart, and aiming games. Apart from this, you can roam around in the complex tunnels – Bhool Bhulaiya (The Maze). You can even go for the traditional head massage as a stress buster.

For kids, there are lot many things to enjoy; an artificial waterfall, a walk in an animal-based theme park (jungle sair), swings, and other entertainment activities.

One can also experience different types of a ride here, Camel Ride, Elephant Ride, Bullock Cart Ride, Horse Ride, and Boat Ride.

The list does not stop here! Chokhi Dhani has a lot more things to offer its visitors. Some of them are here:
• Puppet Show
• Rope Show
• Fire Act
• Magic Show
• Different types of dances – Folk Dance, Kashmiri Dance, Terah Taali Dance, Ghoomar Dance, Chari Dance
• Traditional Music

Chokhi Dhani has four different dining halls, namely Sangri, Chaupad, Gorbandh, and Royal Fine, to give you a remarkable dining experience of your choice.

Not just this, Chokhi Dhani has a hell lot of experiences stored inside for you; temples, kalagram shops for buying handcrafted stuff, National Museum, etc.

Timings: 5 pm to 11 pm
Charges (per person):
• Traditional Rajasthani Dining
Adult – INR 700
Kids – INR 400

• AC Royal Rajasthani Dining
Adult – INR 900
Kids – INR 500

• Multi-Cuisine Buffet – Choupal Dining
Adult – INR 1100
Kids – INR 700

The kid’s height is between 2.5 feet to 3.5 feet.

You can also experience the essence of Chokhi Dhani Group in London, Jaisalmer, and Indore.

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Best adventure sports activities in Rishikesh

India, Uttarakhand / By Ankita Popli

The cold wind blowing, the voice of the river Ganges, the humorous Hindu mantra chants in the air, the untimely sight of nature… Yes… we are talking about the adventure city of India, Rishikesh.

Rishikesh is a very different place from the normal tourist destinations of India. It is for every section of a human being. From Yoga & Meditation to River Rafting & Bungee Jumping, all are the famous activities of Rishikesh.

Rather, listening to the name of Rishikesh, the picture of adventure activities start coming to everyone’s mind. If you are currently in Rishikesh or are considering going there, then you must try all of these activities.

1. River Rafting

Rishikesh is most famous for river rafting. While rafting, as we keep moving forward and split the waves, a different good feeling of realization comes in the mind, which is very difficult to talk about.

Before planning for rafting, you must keep track of the monsoon because it’s the time when the flow of the river Ganga is accelerated and the water level increases.

2. Bungee Jumping

Rishikesh is considered to be India’s best adventure place and that’s right too! The activities here will surely surprise you but will also make lots of fun. Bungee jumping is one of them. Jumping with the help of just one rope from a fixed height is actually a bold activity. Isn’t it?

3. Flying Fox

This is an adventure game that you can play alone, two people or three people together. Rishikesh has Asia’s longest Flying Fox track. This fact makes the game even more exciting. You can do it up to a one-kilometer-long stretch.

4. Kayaking

Because Rishikesh is India’s adventure sports city, so there is no deficit of adventure activities here. Rishikesh has an activity for every kind of traveler. If you like to play in the water then the Kayaking activity is for you. When you make your own path between the bouncing waves in cold water and the droplets of water coming on your face while pedaling, it will give you a unique feeling.

5. Camping and Bonfire

Many of us have experienced Camping and Bonfire many times. Agree? But in Rishikesh, it is a different experience to undergo. Where there is nothing to see other than pollution in other metro cities, Rishikesh gives the experience to see blue clouds and clearly visible stars. In the night, on the banks of river Ganges, while you were sitting near the Bonfire, and when the cold breeze touches your body, then at that time you will forget your busy life and will be lost in a whole new world.

Feels Awesome… Isn’t It…? So now whenever you go to Rishikesh, you must take this experience.

6. Rock Climbing

Adventure lovers… here you go, Rishikesh offers another adventure activity for you, Rock Climbing. This is such an activity that beginners can also practice. Shivalik Hills is considered to be the best place in Rishikesh for this activity.

7. Trekking

This activity has given delight to the face of many people. Easy or difficult level, trekking is an activity that anyone can do according to their ability. Trekking from all the activities of Rishikesh is the favorite of many tourists because it gives you a chance to see nature more closely.

8. Paragliding

Looking closely at the clouds & feeling them and who would not like to see Earth in such a different form? Yes, you can enjoy this wonderful sight through Paragliding activity whenever you want. But, don’t seek to do this in the rainy season because the clouds are blurred during that time.

9. Yoga and Meditation

Many believe that Rishikesh is only known for adventure activities, but it is not completely true. Rishikesh is a great place for yoga and meditation as well. It is the center of many ashrams; and here, yoga is taught from motivation & stress to health problems.

10. Mountain Biking

Enjoying the amazing scenery, riding a bike in Rishikesh is a different adventure. Don’t you think? Therefore, Mountain Biking is the favorite sport among many tourists.

Best food cities in the world

World / By Ankita Popli

Food lovers always hunt for a destination that will give a rememberable good taste them. According to Insider’s article, here is the list of the world’s food paradise cities.

1. New York City, New York

Overall dishes – 94 national cuisines
To name a few – Egg Benedict, Black Cod with Miso, Peking Duck, Pancakes, Pastrami, Bagel & Lox, Bone Marrow, Veal Parm, Falafel, Black Label Burger, Pierogies, Pork Buns, Tuna Tartare, Pollo al Forno, Shack burger, Mutton Chop, Oyster Pan Roast, Combo Over Rice, Tuna Ribbons, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Fried Calamari

2. London, England

Overall dishes – 89 national cuisines
To name a few – Fish & Chips, Sunday Roast, Eton Mess, Mash & Pie, Bangers & Mash, Cockles, Sticky Toffee Pudding, Beef Wellington

3. Toronto, Canada

Overall dishes – 73 national cuisines
To name a few – Macarons, Stuffed Roti, Churros, Roast Cauliflower, Bagels, Khao Soi, Margherita Pizza, Signature Singapore Slaw, Dim Sum, Horse Meat Tartare, Peameal Bacon Sandwich, Pho

4. Chicago, Illinois

Overall dishes – 66 cuisines
To name a few – Deep Dish Pizza, Barbecue, Steak, Italian Beef Sandwich, Chicago Hot Dog, Molecular Gastronomy, Malort

5. Paris, France

Overall dishes – 65 national cuisines
To name a few – Street Sand Crepes, Raw Milk Artisanal Cheese, Croque Monsieur, Jambon Beurre, Duck Confit, Croissant, Paris Brest, Macarons, Baguette

6. Melbourne, Australia

Overall dishes – 64 national cuisines
To name a few – Tagliolini al Nero, Fish Mackerel Dumplings, Lamb and Cucumber, Ricotta Hotcakes, Mango Sorbet, and Black Sesame Desserts, Margherita Pizza, Peking Duck, Baller Bucket, Tumeric Pancakes, Lasagne, Pasta, Baked Eggs, Meataxe Burger

7. Berlin, Germany

Overall dishes – 64 national cuisines
To name a few – Pretzels, Kartoffelpuffer, Currywurst, Eisbein, Apfelstrudel, Konigsberger Klopse, Berliner Pfannkuche, Schnitzel,

8. Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Overall dishes – 64 national cuisines
To name a few – Manousheh, Iranian Sangak, Chelo Kebab, Al Harees, Al Machboos, Tabbouleh, Kousa Mahshi, Shirin Polo, Baba Ganoush, Fatteh, Kellaj, Falafel, Fattoush, Shish Tawook, Lahem Bl Ajin, Taboon Bread, Mahalabiya, Luqaimat, Knafeh, Khanfaroosh

9. Los Angeles, California

Overall dishes – 61 national cuisines
To name a few – Dodger Dog, Hickory Burger, The Godmother, Tuna Tartare, Strawberry Donut, Egg Rolls, Chopped Salad, Martini, French Dip, Chili Dog, Smoked Salmon Pizza

10. San Francisco, California

Overall dishes – 60 national cuisines
To name a few – Roast Chicken with Bread Salad, Cioppino, Xiao Long Bao, Carnitas Burrito, Cellophane Noodles with Crab, Gingerbread Pancakes, Clam Chowder, Prime Rib, Chicken Parm, Garlic Fries

11. Montreal, Canada

Overall dishes – 58 cuisines
To name a few – Bagels, Smoked Meat, Orange Julep, Steamed Hot Dog, Wilensky Special, Poutine, Foie Gras Poutine, Pate Chinois, Dic Ann’s Burger, Foie Gras Doubledown

12. Tokyo, Japan

Overall dishes – 58 national cuisines
To name a few – Washoku, Sushi, Ramen, Tempura, Sashimi, Sukiyaki, Soba, Udon, Okonomiyaki, Chankonabe, Miso Soup, Unagi, Sake

13. Boston, Massachusetts

Overall dishes – 57 national cuisines
To name a few – Clam Chowder, Boston Cream Pie, Samuel Adams, Fenway Franks, Boston Baked Beans, Lobster

14. Sydney, Australia

Overall dishes – 56 cuisines
To name a few – Brewtown Newtown, Blackstar Pastry, Oysters, Snow Egg, Portuguese Tart, Pork Banh Mi, Date Tart, Criskin Chicken, Green Noodles with Blue Swimmer Crab

15. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Overall dishes – 54 national cuisines
To name a few – Pho, Pizza, Meat/Veggie Combo Platter, Roast Pork Sandwich, Oysters, Budino, Gambas al Ajillo, Snapper Soup, Capretto, Lamb Shoulder, Meatballs with Gravy, Tacos, Tamales, Tomato Pie, Cannoli

16. Madrid, Spain

Overall dishes – 53 national cuisines
To name a few – Chocolate con Churros, Bocata de Calamares, Iberian Ham, Tortilla de Patata, Patatas Bravas, Manchego Cheese, Cocido

17. Portland, Oregon

Overall dishes – 53 national cuisines
To name a few – Abelskiver, Chocolate Chips Cookies, Crabflake Soup, Appiza Amore, Giardini, Radicchio Caesar, Fried Chicken Sandwich

18. Seattle, Washington

Overall dishes – 53 national cuisines
To name a few – Seafood, Pho, The Seattle Dog, Fran’s Chocolates, Produce, Hom Bow, Coffee, Cupcake Royale, Dairy, Teriyaki, Craft Beer

19. Vancouver, British Columbia

Overall dishes – 52 national cuisines
To name a few – JapaDog, B.C. Rolls, Coffee, Salmon Candy, Spot Prawns, West Coast Oysters, Dim Sum, Izakaya

20. Brussels, Belgium

Overall dishes – 50 cuisines
To name a few – Mussels, Fries, Meatballs, Flemish Stew, Grey Shrimp Croquettes, Waffles, Speculaas, Jenever

21. Amsterdam, Holland

Overall dishes – 49 national cuisines
To name a few – Krokets, Speculaas, Patatje Oorlog, Stroopwafel, Frikandel Speciaal, Bossche Bol, Tompouce, Dutch Herring, Bitterballen, Rijsttafel, Salmiak covered in Liquorice, Roti with Curry

22. Calgary, Canada

Overall dishes – 49 national cuisines
To name a few – Lemon Tart, Cowboy Sausages, Guacamole, Peanut Butter Brownies, Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Parlour Gin, Creme Fraiche, Apple Rosemary Jelly, Pitas, Brittles, Olive Chicken, Ricotta, Vietnamese Coffee, Peanut Butter Oatmeal Sandwich

23. Minneapolis, Minnesota

Overall dishes – 49 national cuisines
To name a few – Juicy Lucy Burger, Tater Tot Hotdish, Scandinavian Food, Wild Rice, Walleye, Cheese Curds, Pho

24. Vienna, Austria

Overall dishes – 49 national cuisines
To name a few – Wiener Schnitzel, Tafelspitz, Kaiserschmarrn, Kasekrainer, Sachertorte, Manner Schnitten, Langos

25. Bangkok, Thailand

Overall dishes – 48 national cuisines
To name a few – Tom Yum Goong, Som Tum, Tom Kha Kai, Gaeng Daeng, Pad Thai, Khao Pad

26. Barcelona, Spain

Overall dishes – 48 national cuisines
To name a few – Paella, Bombas, Tapas, Esqueixada, Escalivada, Crema Catalana

27. Frankfurt, Germany

Overall dishes – 46 national cuisines
To name a few – Apfelwein, Frankfurter Kranz, Currywurst, Wurstsalat, Frankfurter Wurstchen, Wiener Schnitzel, Doner Kebab

28. Milan, Italy

Overall dishes – 45 national cuisines
To name a few – Risotto Alla Milanese, Cotoletta Alla Milanese, Cassouela, Panettone

Don’t wait for long to try these incredible flavors!

India’s first women’s only BAR!

Delhi, India / By Ankita Popli

Hey girls, it’s time to host a party with your girls-only gang. The owners of multiple outlets of bars in Delhi, BarShala, have taken this opportunity to open India’s first women’s only bar, BarPatola!

Now just chill and be yourself. No tension anymore of being talli and discomfort due to all the negative gazes. You can chill with your woman’s gang without any fear of being judged!

BarPatola has opened its doors in New Delhi’s Mukherjee Nagar. So, call your girl-friends now and be ready to taste their kebabs, chaat, momos, papad, soya mutton, Mumbai batata vada, and a hell lot of options. Feeling something in your stomach? Me too!

Save the location on your Google Maps: BarPatola, 2, Local Shopping Centre, Mukherjee Nagar
Enquire more on: +91 9891 800 000
Lose your wallet with: INR 500 for two people (approx)
Be there from 11 AM to 12:30 AM

Kerala’s Latest Tourist Attraction – Jatayu

India, Kerala / By Ankita Popli

‘Jatayu’ is that character from the Ramayana who does not need an introduction. We all are watching it on our television screens and some of us are reading about it from childhood.

Kerala to reveal the world’s largest bird sculpture on the same Jatayu, which is set to inaugurate on July 4th. The filmmaker Rajiv Anchal is working on this project.

It has been built in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It is 200 feet long, 150 feet wide, and 65 feet tall. This sculpture is spread over an area of 65 acres and is located on a cliff above 1000 feet from sea level. This structure is rooted on the same rock, where Jatayu strike down when Ravana ruptured his wings.

It has been built for INR 100 crore. Also, the state government has spent INR 10.25 crore on infrastructure development.

The museum and 6D theatre are also arranged inside this sculpture, which can be enjoyed by the public from November. A 10-minute film will be shown in this 6D theatre, which will tell the tale of Jatayu to the Visitors. This film has been made in Hollywood.

Reach Shimla from Chandigarh in just 20 minutes

Chandigarh, India, Shimla / By Ankita Popli

The Government of Himachal Pradesh has initiated a Heli-Taxi service in association with Pawan Hans Limited for promoting hill tourism. The capital city of three states, Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh is under this project. The chopper ride is between Shimla-Chandigarh-Shimla.

The amenity will start from June 4 this year. It will have limited service at the beginning and will be increased post inspecting the performance and tourists demand.

The chopper will have 20 seats and will cost you Rs. 2,999 per seat. The service will be available on Monday and Friday.

There is no direct service available between these two cities hence the only road medium takes nearly 4 hours to commute. But this morning flight will cover the distance of 120 km in just 20 minutes. The chopper will head start from Shimla at 8:00 am and reach Chandigarh at 8:20 am. The second shift of the helicopter will start from Chandigarh airport at 9:00 in the morning and will reach Shimla at 9:20.

Jairam Thakur, Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, will onset the first service.

Post Kullu, Shimla is the second city to get connected with Chandigarh via air. Flights to Kolkata, Ahmedabad, and Indore will also start soon.

This initiative will surely give a lift to the tourism industry.

Lucknow

India, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh / By Ankita Popli

Brief about Lucknow:

Officially known as the city of Nawabs (royal people), Lucknow is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is majorly known for its manners and respect. In layman’s terms, they call it Adab and Tehzeeb. It is the symbol of Shia culture and is famous for its historical monuments that show the richness of the Mughal era.

For foodies, Lucknow is one of the best places to hunt. The word ‘Lucknow’ itself gives pictures of its mouth-watering dishes in front of many.

Lucknow is the birth city of many famous poets, novelists, writers, cricketers, and politicians.

How to reach?

Lucknow is connected with almost all the parts of India and has a good connectivity system with all the mediums of transport.

Planning by Flight: The most convenient way to plan your visit to Lucknow is by air. Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) is around 15 km far from the city center. Domestic flights are well-connected to Lucknow from nearby cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Bangalore, Patna, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Amritsar, etc. Most international flights go to Lucknow via Delhi.

Planning by Train: Lucknow railway station is situated in Charbagh and is well-connected with the rest of the Indian cities.

Planning by Road: Road very well connects Lucknow. It is around 2 hours (94 km) drive from Kanpur, 4 hours (336 km) from Agra, 5 hours (398 km) from Vrindavan, and 7 hours (554 km) from Delhi. It also has a Bus transportation facility from nearby cities.

Places to visit:

Lucknow is famous for its monuments that show the touch of Mughal times. There are many places to explore and visit here. But, some of the top places are:

Anandi Water Park
Bara Imambara
British Residency
Chota Imambara
Dilkusha Kothi
Dr. Ambedkar Memorial Park
Hazratganj Market
Husainabad Clock Tower
Jama Masjid
Chowk
Khammam Peer Tomb
Lucknow Zoo
Rumi Darwaza
Satkhanda
Sikandar Bagh
State Museum Lucknow

Where to stay?

From hotels to resorts to Dharamshala, Lucknow has many options for accommodation. Though, you will find less number of mid-sized hotels here. Budget and top range hotels are easily available.

Best time to Visit:

The ideal duration to explore this beautiful city is 1-2 days and the best time to visit is between October to March. However, do avoid heavy fog months like December and January because you might find the delay in rails and flights.

Lucknow summers are very harsh which makes it difficult for tourists to go out of their hotel rooms and explore the city.

Food to eat:

Lucknow is a paradise for food lovers. The food of Lucknow shows its grandeur. You will find countless lip-smacking varieties here and that too on every corner.

Though the list of delicacies in Lucknow is endless, still I am mentioning the top most rated dishes here.

Galauti Kebab or Galawati Kebab
Tunday Kebab
Prakash ki Kulfi
Boti Kebab
Lucknowi Biryani (Idris ki Biryani)
Rogan Josh
Chaat
Nihari and Kulcha
Malai ki Gilori
Sheermals
Lucknowi Paan

The flavors are so perfect that they will leave you wanting for more.

Rajasthan

India / By Ankita Popli

Brief about Rajasthan:

Famously known as the land of Rajputs; Rajasthan is majorly noted for its extravagant Havelis, majestic forts, Thar desert, sparkling sand, and finely sculpted temples. It is the largest state of India, area wise. It is bordered by Punjab to the north, Uttar Pradesh & Haryana to the northeast, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, and Gujarat to the southwest.

Known by the name Pink City; Jaipur is the capital and largest city of Rajasthan.

Top attractions and their popularities:

Location	Popularity
Ajmer	Famous to pilgrims for Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti’s shrine; a Sufi saint
Alwar	Bhangarh Fort and Sariska Tiger Reserve
Banswara	Natural Beauty
Barmer	Typical Rajasthani villages
Behror	Historical palaces and industries
Bharatpur	Wildlife
Bhilwara	Natural Beauty
Bikaner	Havelis, palaces, and temples
Bundi	Baoris (stepwell), forts, and palaces
Chittorgarh	Forts and monuments
Deeg	Gardens, forts, palaces, and fountains
Jaipur	Palaces and temples. Also known by the name ‘Pink City.’
Jaisalmer	Oldest Jain temples, libraries, havelis, and golden fortress
Jhalawar District	Famous for caves like Binnayaga Buddhist, Hathiagor Buddhist and Kolvi
Jodhpur	Blue homes and so referred by the name ‘Blue City.’
Kota	Chambal river safari, gardens, and palaces
Kumbhalgarh	Kumbhalgarh Fort and Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Mandawa	Art & Culture and Mandawa Fort
Mount Abu	Natural Beauty and 11th-century Dilwara Jain temple. It is the famous hill station
Nathdwara	Shrinathji temple
Neemrana	Neemrana Fort
Pali RJ	Temples and textile industries. Also known by the name ‘The Industrial City.’
Pushkar	Camel Fair and the first Brahma temple in the world
Ranakpur	Large Jain temple
Ranthambore	Ranthambore Fort and one of India’s largest national parks; ‘Ranthambore National Park.’
Shekhawati	Open air galleries, havelis, and forts. Also known as the ‘Open art gallery of Rajasthan’
Shri Mahavir Ji	Famous as Jain pilgrimage center
Sri Ganganagar	Laila Majnu ki Mazar; famous lover of Indian history. Also known by the names ‘The food basket of Rajasthan’ and ‘Green district of Rajasthan’
Udaipur	Lakes, palaces, forts, hills, and temples. Also known by the name ‘The city of Lakes’ and ‘Venice of the East’

Best time to visit:

Rajasthan is a semi-arid/arid state of India. The most popular time to explore the beauty of Rajasthan is from October to May months. The summers (April – June) here are sweltering, and winters (December – February) are somewhere warm with the cold evening.

Popular Festivals:

Festival	Month	Location
Jaipur Literature Fest	January	Jaipur
Camel Festival	January	Bikaner
Kite Festival	January	Ajmer
Nagaur Fair	January and February	Nagaur
Desert Festival	January and February	Jaisalmer
Baneshwar Fair	February	Dungarpur
Photography Festival	February	Jaipur
Lake Festival	February	Udaipur
Udaipur World Music Festival	February	Udaipur
Jaipur Photo	February	Jaipur
Braj Holi	February or March	Bharatpur
Dhulandi Festival	March	Jaipur
Gangaur Festival	March-April	Jaipur
Mewar Festival	March	Udaipur
Summer Festival	April	Mount Abu
Teej Festival	July	Jaipur
Kajli Teej	July-August	Bundi
Abhaneri Festival	September	Jaipur
Dussehra	September-October	Kota
Marwar Festival	September and October	Jodhpur
Adventure Festival	October	Kota
Pushkar Camel Fair	October and November	Pushkar
Chandrabhaga Fair	October and November	Jhalawar
Bundi Festival	October-November	Bundi
Rajasthan Kabir Yatra	November	Bikaner
Kolayat Fair	November	Bikaner
Matsya Festival	November	Alwar
Kumbhalgarh Festival	December	Udaipur
Shree the Sacred Festival	December	Pushkar
Winter Festival	December	Mount Abu

Alwar

India, Rajasthan / By Ankita Popli

Brief about Alwar:

Surrounded by the Aravali Hills, Alwar resides in the Indian state of Rajasthan. This beautiful city is majorly known for its mysterious Bhangarh Fort. Apart from Bhangarh Fort, it has a rich culture, peaceful atmosphere, pollution-free environment, majestic forts, colorful markets, beautiful lakes, and a tiger reserve.

Because of the famous Sariska Tiger Reserve, Alwar is renowned by the name ‘The Tiger Gate of Rajasthan’.

This peaceful place comes under one of the perfect weekend getaway lists from Delhi and the NCR region.