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Top 10 Kerala Backwaters Destinations
Top 10 Kerala Backwaters Destinations

Kerala Backwaters ? Backwaters in Kerala is a unique web of 900 kms of interconnected waterways that include lakes, lagoons, canals and rivers - are an integral part of Tourism in Kerala. ?These waterways connect various cities, which are actually the start and end points of these backwaters. A Journey through the curving and winding backwaters of Kerala is an experience of returning to nature. It takes you through a mixture of historic and modern towns and scenic holiday getaways. Now-a-days Kerala backwater tourism is something special and Kerala Houseboats go a long way in actualizing th... Read more »

Romantic Getaways to Fall In Love All over Again
Romantic Getaways to Fall In Love All over Again

You have heard a lot about the best Indian honeymoon destinations for newly wedded couples. But, have you heard about the best ?Romantic Getaways to Fall In Love All over Again?? If you think that you are not a newly wedded couple and do not have any romantic place to be with your spouse, you must be kidding. These ?Romantic Getaways? are the famous tourist destinations that are away from the city crowd, pollution and other hustle and bustle. ? The fresh environment, scenic beauty and the calm lifestyle of these places is apt to fall in love with your spouse all over again and rejoi... Read more »

 Alternate Cinema - Movies, Directors and Actors
Alternate Cinema - Movies, Directors and Actors

Bollywood, acclaimed to being the biggest industry in the world, produces over 1000 films every year. This figure combines a large variety of films, the usual mainstream commercial blockbusters with popular cine stars, producers and directors, the regional movies and the parallel cinema movies. A Mainstream commercial movie basically consist of four elements - big banners, popular stars , a 'commercially-hit' script with 'masala' songs, and famous directors. It mostly works on a fixed formula and with the objective of profitability. However, Indian Alternate/Parallel cinema has cut out a... Read more »

Saree - A Marvel in Indian Clothing
Saree - A Marvel in Indian Clothing

Saree, the timeless drape is a marvel in Indian clothing. It is a perfect blend of sensuality and femininity that enhances the beauty of a woman who drapes it. Saree is an un-stitched piece of rectangular cloth which is around six meters long. It gives a caring and feminine appeal to the body draped in saree. It adds lots of sparkles to the overall appearance of the woman. It has withstood the ravages of father time, seen through dynasties and battles of yore and has emerged unscathed in spite of having the hardest of trials of being done away with. Read more »

Yummylicious Chicken Tikka Masala
Yummylicious Chicken Tikka Masala

I know, just by reading at the title you are already drooling. ?Chicken ?? probably the most preferred and popular non veg item in whole world. In India, as well, chicken is the preferred non-veg food item. The favorite starter is the tandoori chicken and in the main course category, it would be Butter Chicken & Chicken Tikka Masala. ? Have you ever thought that you can prepare Chicken Tikka Masala at home? Well, to your surprise, it is easy. Chicken Tikkas are the roasted chicken pieces or chunks that are further cooked in thick gravy called masala. That?s how the dish got its name... Read more »

In Pictures - Rahul Gandhi in 2009 Election Campaign
In Pictures - Rahul Gandhi in 2009 Election Campaign

Rahul Gandhi was born, on 19th June 1970, Rajiv Gandhi (former Prime Minister of India) and Sonia Gandhi (Current Congress President). The Nehru ? Gandhi Family is an Indian Political family which has been dominant in Indian National Congress. Rahul Gandhi is the youngest member of the family who entered the active politics. Rahul Gandhi?s political career started in March 2004 when he announced to contest in May 2004 elections. He won the Lok Sabha elections from his father?s constituency of Amethi in UP. He won by a margin of 3,00,500 votes. In 15th Lok Sabha Elctions he reatained his se... Read more »

Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

Bankim Chandra Chatterjee also known as Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay was one of the greatest novelists and poets of India. He is famous as author of Vande Mataram, the national song of India. Read more »


Independence Day Parade - All eyes on Red Fort

Independence Day Parade - All eyes on Red Fort

India Independence Day is on the 15th August. This year marks the 62nd year of India's Independence from British colonisation. On this da...


Diwali-The Festival of Lights

Diwali-The Festival of Lights

Diwali, or Deepawali which means 'rows of lights' is certainly the biggest of all Hindu festivals. Diwali is celebrated by Hindus, Jains ...

Top 10 Highest Mountain Peaks of India

Top 10 Highest Mountain Peaks of India

"The jewels of India", a term that truly describes the top 10 highest mountain peaks of India. These snow capped mountains attracts thous...

Top 10 Sacred Dips in India Where You can Wash off your Sins

Top 10 Sacred Dips in India Where You can Wash ...

Indians are religious and God fearing people. We in our normal routine life engage in lot of religious act like visiting the temple, feed...

Places to See in India - Hampi (World Heritage Site)

Places to See in India - Hampi (World Heritage ...

Hampi is a small village in the southern state of India, Karnataka. It was once the capital of Vijayanagar Empire.? The empire ruled sout...

7 Most Expensive Cars in India

7 Most Expensive Cars in India

There are about Seven cars that can be categorized in the "Most Expensive Cars in India" category. All these cars costs more than Rs.1 Cr...

10 Rajasthani Dishes to best sample Rajasthani Cuisine

10 Rajasthani Dishes to best sample Rajasthani ...

Rajasthani Cuisine influenced by the Rajput inhabitants as well as the desert aspect of this region has remained unchanged over the centu...

BPO: Ground Realities

BPO: Ground Realities

A BPO career is today the most debated topic by the younger generation. One cannot avoid the ripples created by it. There are many percep...

Navratri: The Worship of Power

Navratri: The Worship of Power

Navratri, meaning ?nine nights?, is a widely celebrated Hindu festival of worship of worship of Shakti. During the nine nights and ten da...

Ashtavinayak Temples - Home to Eight Self Created Idols of Ganpati

Ashtavinayak Temples - Home to Eight Self Creat...

Ashtavinayaka : The word comprises of two words within one is ?Ashta? meaning eight and ?Vinayaka? means Lord Ganesh. Therefore, Ashtavin...

Top 5 Indian Bowlers in ICC World Cup Cricket 2011

Top 5 Indian Bowlers in ICC World Cup Cricket 2011

ICC World Cup Cricket is the most awaited and popular tournament in the world of Cricket. Millions of eyes glued to TV set all over the w...

Awadhi Cuisine's Culinary Terms You Should Know About

Awadhi Cuisine's Culinary Terms You Should Know...

Lucknow, the seat of Awadh culture reminds us of the tradition ?pehle aap?? which means ?after you?, the language blended with politeness...

Top 5 Scenic Golfing Paradise in India

Top 5 Scenic Golfing Paradise in India

Once regarded as the only prerogative of the few English officers, Golf in India is gradually gaining prominence as a national sport. Wit...

Bangalore's Monsoon Getaways

Bangalore's Monsoon Getaways

Bangalore's Monsoon Getaways are too many to mention. The IT hub of the country is surrounded by many beautiful locations with proximity ...

Dehradun: Paradise For Tourism

Dehradun: Paradise For Tourism

Dehradun is the capital of Uttarkhand or Uttaranchal (as it was previously known) and is one of the most popular destination for tourists...

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