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Best Toy Train Rides in India
Best Toy Train Rides in India

All the rail enthusiasts, if you can take a break from your daily life, take a slow toy train up to any of the hill resorts of Shimla, Darjeeling, Matheran or Ooty (Udhangamandalam). India?s toy trains are relatively small trains that take a run along the historic railway lines up to many hill stations in India. Though these trains are slow and can take a little longer time to transport you to your destination, there is nothing that can match the experience of gulping up the hills making way through tunnels and over striking bridges. It?s the leisurely pace that offers you a beautiful view ... Read more »

The 9 Nights of Divine Celebration
The 9 Nights of Divine Celebration

Navratri is the 9 day long Hindu festival of worship and dance. In Sanskrit the word Navratri literally means nine nights. Nava means nine and Ratri means Nights. During these 9 nights nine forms of shakti (power) are worshipped. Each day is dedicated to a Goddess and has very important significance. In Gujarat it is the festival of dance. All 9 days observe dandiya and Garba (regional dance of Gujarat). ? The Sharad Navratri is the most important of all three Navratris. It is celebrated during Sharad (beginning of winter, Sept-Oct). It celebrates the slaying of Mahishasura by the g... Read more »

The 10 Most Popular Maharashtrian Dishes
The 10 Most Popular Maharashtrian Dishes

The mid-western state of Maharashtra in India is home to popular cities like Mumbai (Bombay) and Pune. This state has a beautifully merged touch of coastal and central plateau tastes, since it stretches from the rocky rain drenched western ghats to the north central parts of the deccan plateau. Maharashtrian (or Marathi) cuisine is cuisine of, those from the state of Maharashtra. Where food is concerned the range and variety are plenty and tongue tickling. Here you will find strong aromas of spices (like black Maharashtrian masala)as well as garlic and ginger in abundance. Maharashtrian cu... Read more »

Top Rated Preschools in Pune
Top Rated Preschools in Pune

Pre schools in India have earned a special recognition for themselves. These pre nursery schools follow certain concepts and have proper trained teachers, thus ensuring that your child is in safe hands. Preschools are a great choice for today's parents to ensure that the kid's grey cells get enough recharging with interactive learning platform to help them make sharper, brighter and smarter. Modern preschools have the best facilities including games, books, toys, affectionate teachers and hi tech teaching methods to bring out the best in your child. As play schools in India are gaining stea... Read more »

Bhut Jolokia Is No More The World’s Hottest Chili
Bhut Jolokia Is No More The World’s Hottest Chili

Until 3rd December 2010, World?s hottest chili was Naga Jolokia popularly known as Bhut jolokia. Now the title is with Naga Viper pepper, which is a hybrid pepper created in England by British Chili farmer named Gerald Fowler. It?s hybrid created by crossing two of the world?s hottest chillies namely Bhut Jolokia and Trinidad Hybrid. In February 2007, Guinness World Records published that the Naga Jolokia was the hottest chili pepper ever submitted for judgment. Read more »

Vodafone ZooZoo is not an Animated Character
Vodafone ZooZoo is not an Animated Character

On first look, these "zoozoos" in Vodafone TV ads may resemble animated cartoon characters with an alien look or simply a stupid egg-head character with disproportional white bodies and black dots for eyes and mouth. ? These Zoozoo characters, in case you haven?t seen them yet, have been created by O&M for Vodafone to convey different value added services offered by the mobile phone company including phone Backup, cricket alerts, etc. ? No, they aren?t animated characters. They are human beings who were made to wear body suits. ?The design of the characters is such that one ... Read more »

Top 10 Things to do in Pune
Top 10 Things to do in Pune

Pune, pronounced as poo-nay, is one of the cosmopolitan city in the state of Maharashtra. Pune is the second most important city in Maharashtra after Mumbai. Mumbai is called the financial capital of India whereas Pune is called the cultural capital of Maharashtra. Pune is an emerging IT hub and a renowned educational center and that is why it is called as oxford of east. In ancient times, Pune was the land of Peshwas and Marathas who ruled about one-third of India. The culture is cosmopolitan and at the same time, it enjoys some traditional culture too. For those interested in history ... Read more »


Top Places to See in India in the Month of October and November

Top Places to See in India in the Month of Octo...

The majestic land of rich cultural heritage and historic sagas best define India. It is the seventh largest and second most populous coun...


Lip smacking Onion Bhajiye

Lip smacking Onion Bhajiye

The Onion bhajiye are my all time favorite snack. The tongue-tickling flavor of spices and chili is amazing and it takes you to another w...

BIGG BOSS - Season 2 starts with a BANG

BIGG BOSS - Season 2 starts with a BANG

According to Audience Measurement and Analytics Limited's overnight TV audience measurement system, Amap, Bigg Boss, the Indian version o...

Popular Hair and Skin Care Salons in Pune

Popular Hair and Skin Care Salons in Pune

Pune is famous for excellence in education- and with time passing by the city is gradually emerging as the cultural hub of India. Pune at...

Armed Forces Medical College Pune

Armed Forces Medical College Pune

The educational center of India, Pune, is a world-renowned educational hub for people across the globe. Pune houses various prestigious I...

Ten Unusual and Unique Temple Prasad in India

Ten Unusual and Unique Temple Prasad in India

Prasadam is the sacred food offering of the Lord. Most of the Hindu temples have their own special Prasad.Most of the Indian temples are ...

Gulab Jamun Recipes - The Yummiest Dessert of India

Gulab Jamun Recipes - The Yummiest Dessert of I...

Gulab Jamun?. Oh my God! My mouth is already watering thinking of a garma garam gulab jamun melting in my mouth. Gulab Jamun is by far my...

Moving to India - A List of What You Can and Cannot Take Back to India

Moving to India - A List of What You Can and Ca...

Now when you have decided to move to India, the next big thing to decide on is to what you can and cannot bring back to India. These item...

Take a trip to the Best Fruit Orchards in India

Take a trip to the Best Fruit Orchards in India

India is a land of some of the most illustrious fruit orchards in the country. You should take up an exclusive tour to enjoy the various ...

Kovalam Beach, Kerala: In God’s Own Country

Kovalam Beach, Kerala: In God’s Own Country

Kovalam Beach is located in the state of Kerala in South-India on the Arabian sea and is one of the famous beaches in southern India. The...

East India Company - Owning a Company that Once Owned Us

East India Company - Owning a Company that Once...

East India Company, the company that ruled India for more than 200 years. A group of merchants with a sole motive of trading in / with In...

Wedding Fashion: The Latest Choli and Saree Blouse Styles

Wedding Fashion: The Latest Choli and Saree Blo...

With Wedding season in full swing it's time to pull out your traditional party wear or better still shop for the seasons latest styles. W...

World Heritage Sites in India

World Heritage Sites in India

India is a land of beautiful people, diverse cultures and rich heritage. India is the largest democratic country in the world where its c...

Ganesha Chaturthi: The Great Ganesha Festival

Ganesha Chaturthi: The Great Ganesha Festival

Also known as 'Vinayak Chaturthi' or 'Vinayaka Chavithi', Ganesha Chaturthi is the birthday of Lord Ganesha, the God of wisdom and prospe...

From Reel to Real: Aishwarya and Abhishek- A True Bollywood Love Story

From Reel to Real: Aishwarya and Abhishek- A Tr...

Both successful individuals with super star status it's no wonder that when they became a couple their fame just shot through the roof. T...

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