uttaranchal Guides

Uttaranchal - A Pilgrim site in the Himalayan Kingdom
Uttaranchal - A Pilgrim site in the Himalayan Kingdom

Uttaranchal a pilgrim site of Himalayan Kingdom is popularly known as the land of Gods. The state is located in the Northern part of Indian subcontinent and is a very famous tourist destination of India. Earlier Uttaranchal was a part of Uttar Pradesh and it was on 9th November 2000 that it was declared an independent state. Some people still refer Uttaranchal as Uttarakhand because it was traditionally mentioned as ?Uttarakhanda? in the old Hindu literatures and scriptures. The state is divided into two parts namely ?Garhwal and Kumaon?. The breathtaking view of the snow capped Himalayas i... Read more »

Experience the Wilderness at Jim Corbett National Park
Experience the Wilderness at Jim Corbett National Park

The Jim Corbett National Park is famous for the diversities of wildlife that includes over 50 spices of mammals and over 580 spices of birds. The park is part of the Corbett tiger reserve which lies in the Himalayan foothills of Uttaranchal in Nainital, Pauri Garhwal, Almora and Binjore district. Read more »

The Swiss Alps or The Himalayas?
The Swiss Alps or The Himalayas?

The Swiss Alps or the Indian Himalayas?? Both breathtakingly beautiful and picturesque it's a tough choice for any mountain lover. These magnificent mountain ranges are home to some of the most sought after mountain destinations in the world. The Swiss Alps are infamous for it's green mountains with snow capped peaks and beautiful lakes...and The Himalayas are just as stunning! //
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Wildlife at It's Best-Jim Corbett National Park
Wildlife at It's Best-Jim Corbett National Park

Extending over a tract of 520 sq km, the Park is a large valley with forest ridges running through it. The magnificent Ramganga River winds through its entire length in a south-south westerly direction and the numerous forest streams and rivulets that flow into it carve up the area into little ridges and ravines. Dense stands of sal mixed deciduous forests are found throughout the Park while the chaurs or the grasslands in the valley - about one tenths of the core area, offers nature lovers a better view of wildlife. Read more »


Butter Chicken, Anyone?

Butter Chicken, Anyone?

Butter Chicken, Ahh! my mouth is watering already, and guess same is with you. The dish originated in the North Indian State named Punjab...


Top 5 Unexplored Wildlife Sanctuaries in India

Top 5 Unexplored Wildlife Sanctuaries in India

Wildlife Sanctuaries in India possess a unique status worldwide. It has the second largest base of bio diversity in the world. These unru...

Top 5 Indian Brands of Beer

Top 5 Indian Brands of Beer

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My favorite picks for Sweets of India

My favorite picks for Sweets of India

I'm sure the sweets listed below will make you drool if you have a sweet tooth like mine. I always crave for Indian sweets, the richness,...

10 Famous Fashion Designers and Fashion trends in India

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Cars Below 3 Lakhs in India

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Volkswagon Beetle to hit Indian Roads by 2009

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The 'Bug' is all set to roll out on Indian roads as the company Volkswagon plans to bring it by 2009. And all this even as the Indian ver...

Romantic Weekend Getaways from Bangalore - Escape the Confines of City Life

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Are you stuck up with the hustle and bustle of Bangalore city life and have no time to say few romantic words to your partner. Take a qui...

Don't Miss Eating These While in Pune

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The Taste of Rajasthan - Dal, Bati & Churma

The Taste of Rajasthan - Dal, Bati & Churma

Dal bati Churma is the Rajasthani cuisine popular not only in India but across the world. This is a dish for special occasion. Batis rese...

The Festival of Ganesh Chaturthi

The Festival of Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi is the day when Lord Ganesha was born.? Lord Ganesha is son of Lord Shiva and Parvati. It is believed that on this auspi...

Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh Aka Osho

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Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, also known as Osho or Acharya Rajneesh, is an Indian spiritual leader who preached the doctrine of Eastern mystic...

A Guide to Ordering Indian Food: Indian Menu Terms & Dishes (Part-I)

A Guide to Ordering Indian Food: Indian Menu Te...

In my previous post- A Guide to Ordering Indian Food: What You Need to Know Before You Order I started you off with the basics of Orderi...

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, Da...

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