North India Guides

Bhopal: The Lake City
Bhopal: The Lake City

Bhopal is the capital city of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh and although it has been in the news for the wrong reasons, it has many places of interest for visitors and residents alike. The city was witness to the world?s worst industrial accident in which almost 25,000 people died and many are still suffering. The leaking of toxic gases in lethal amounts which initially killed 9000 people at once and many more later has perhaps cast a grim shadow over a city that has much to offer in the form of education, culture, sports and many attractive places. Read more »

Kanpur: Top Cities in India
Kanpur: Top Cities in India

Kanpur which was also known as Cawnpore is a city located in the state of Uttar Pradesh in India and although tourism is not a major industry here, there are numerous places of interest located in the city. This metropolis is one of the most populated one in India and carries significant economical as well as historical importance. Although the history of Kanpur is unclear till the 13th century, there are many myths and stories that are associated with the city. Moreover, the city is located on the banks of the river Ganges which gives it some religious importance as well. Read more »

Bodh Gaya: The City of Sanctum Sanctorums
Bodh Gaya: The City of Sanctum Sanctorums

Bodh Gaya or Bodhgaya is a religious place in the Gaya district in the state of Bihar in India. This is an immensely important place for Buddhists and Hindus since Gautama Buddha Attained nirvana (enlightenment) here. Thousands of people from India and all over the world visit this place for pilgrimage and for enjoying the sight of beautiful temples that are located here. The city was named Bodh Gaya in the eighteenth century before which it used to be called Bodhimandha-Vihara. Read more »

Patna: The City Ancient
Patna: The City Ancient

Patna is said to be one of the oldest inhabited places in the world and the history related to this city can be traced back 3000 years. However it carries more religious importance and religious tourism is the most common form of tourism observed here. This place is rich with religious history and Hindu, Buddhists, Christians and Islamic pilgrims from many parts of India and the world visit this place. The city is the capital of the Indian state of Bihar and it is not a surprise that approx. 2.5 million tourists visit the city every year. Read more »

Jhansi: Historical Wonders
Jhansi: Historical Wonders

Jhansi is a city located in the state of Uttar Pradesh in India and is of great historical importance which has found its way into textbooks and folklore alike. A fort that was built here on a rocky hilltop in 1610 gave birth to this city that is a witness to India?s independence struggle as well as the onslaught of Islamic invaders. The remnants of civilization here can be traced back to the 9th century when the ruler of Rajput Chandela dynasty of Khajuraho reigned over the city. The city saw the constant Islamic invasions in the 1700?s which resulted in a treaty between the Marathas and t... Read more »

Meghalaya - Abode of Clouds
Meghalaya - Abode of Clouds

Meghalaya is a Sanskrit word which literally means ?Abode of Clouds?. It is a small state situated in the north-eastern part of the Indian sub-continent. The state is blessed with natural beauty and is a picturesque tourist destination that attracts tourists not only from India but across the world. The green carpeted mountains, natural landscapes, the sound of raindrops, and the wettest place on earth is all you find in Meghalaya. Today Meghalaya is one of the famous biking destinations in India. Meghalaya is one of the seven sister states of the North eastern part of India. It was in the ... Read more »


Kanyakumari: Most Visited Places in India

Kanyakumari: Most Visited Places in India

Kanyakumari is a city located in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India and attracts more than 2 million tourists from abroad as well ...


Jaipur-The Pink City

Jaipur-The Pink City

Founded in AD 1727 by Sawai Jai Singh II, Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan is popularly known as the Pink City with broad avenues and spac...

Different styles of Draping a saree (Pictures)

Different styles of Draping a saree (Pictures)

I believe that saree draping is an art that evolves with a lot of practice. Though for beginners draping a saree is not less than rocket ...

Honda Cars in India

Honda Cars in India

In 1995, Honda Siel Cars India Ltd., (HSCI) was incorporated. It was a joint venture between Honda Motor, Japan and Siel Limited, a Siddh...

Jimmy - Mimmoh Chakraborty Launched

Jimmy - Mimmoh Chakraborty Launched

There is yet another new star on the block - Mimoh Chakraborty. His new movie 'Jimmy' has been released today. After a long await, son of...

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...

Spicy, Tasty and Tangy Monsoon Recipes

Spicy, Tasty and Tangy Monsoon Recipes

Overpowering Clouds, Thunderstorm, Splashes of water, and the subtle darkness outside, roads covered in puddles of water, young couples s...

All the Scoop on the Off Stage Gossip at the IIFA  Awards

All the Scoop on the Off Stage Gossip at the II...

The 2008 IIFA Awards in Bangkok , displayed as much of a Show off-stage as it did on. The Rumours and gossip of backstage celebrity coupl...

5 Best Secret Beaches of India You Probably didn't Know About

5 Best Secret Beaches of India You Probably did...

Planning a trip in near future? Ever thought of a trip to secret beaches? Well, if you ask people about the best beach destinations in In...

  Karwa Chauth Delicacies

Karwa Chauth Delicacies

Karwa Chauth marks the celebration by married women across India. The festival is observed in great religious fervor and involves a tradi...

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 a...

The Four Fountain Spa Review

The Four Fountain Spa Review

Spa, the most relaxing word one can ever hear. We all relax a bit the moment we hear somebody saying Spa. We visualize spa as undergoing ...

India Fact Book - Facts About Indian People and Population

India Fact Book - Facts About Indian People and...

India is a country that leaves one spellbound with its alluring contrasts and striking features in all that it beholds! India is a 34,000...

Interesting Facts about Gateway of India

Interesting Facts about Gateway of India

Located in the Financial Capital of India, Mumbai, is the monument of Gateway of India. The Gateway of India is visited by a large number...

Ford Car Prices in India

Ford Car Prices in India

Ford is world?s second largest automaker with approximately 350,000-employee base working from 200 countries across six continents. Henry...

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