India Travel Guide

Bhimbetka Caves – Bhopal

Just 47 kms from the capital city of Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh in the Vindyachal hills lie the caves of Bhimbetka meaning the caves where the Mahabharta fame Bhim – the third brother of Pandavas used to sit. These caves form a part of the UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE as they have paintings of all over them representing three major periods of history – Upper, Paleolithic and the Medieval Period.

Another major attraction of the caves is the temperature inside the caves which is very low inside as compared to the temperature outside the caves and vice versa These can be easily reached by road from Bhopal City.

History Bhimbetka Cave…

Alwar Rajasthan

With the glory of the magnificent forts and palaces, the beauty of innumerable lakes, the grandeur of its former Rajput havelis along with stately hunting lodges and lush green surroundings, Alwar is a significant place in Rajasthan with a rich culture and historical past.

History of Alwar
Alwar, once known as Ulwar, was founded by a member of the Kachh family, although it remained under the rule of Rajputs for a long time. After the Mughlas took over, there were many reformations that the city had undergone. Mythological past of Alwar tells us that once the Kauravas and the Pandavas fought on …

Ajanta Caves Maharashtra India

Located In Maharashtra, 100 kilometers from the city of Aurangabad. Ajanta provides a unique platform to study the early phases of Buddhist sculpture, painting and architecture. The Ajanta Caves were discovered accidentally by a British Captain, John Smith in 1819, while on a hunting expedition. Aurangabad can be reached by flight or train, or even by motored down to from Manmad , the nearest railhead being 55 km north at Jalgaon city of Maharashtra, India.

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These 3rd-century caves are fine achievements by Buddhist monks and are considered the finest masterpiece of Buddhist art and architecture.The caves …

Golconda Fort hyderabad

Considered as one of the seven wonders of Andhra Praesh, it is one of the most beautiful Forts of Andhra. It can be easily reached from Hyderabad via road as the fort is only 11 kms from hyderabad City. It is the same city from which the world known diamonds like KOHINOOR came from. Luxury buses and cabs are easily available to take you to the fort.

Flashback
Mankal is the other name of the place where Golconda Fort is situated. It derives its name from the Kai Temple which to this date exists in the premises of the Fort. And as the story goes the Fort derives its name from the …

Albert Hall ( Central Museum) – Jaipur

Central Museum or the Albert Hall lies in the Ram Niwas Garden. It is a vast and verdant garden housing a zoo, a greenhouse, an aviary, a museum and a sports ground. Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh II built it in 1868 as a relief project for his famine struck subjects.

The Albert Hall has been converted into the Central Museum which proudly displays Rajasthans art and culture and outlines the Rajput morality with these lines: “A Rajput puts his life at risk if he is forced to abjure his faith, if he is deprived of his lands, and if his womenfolk are molested.”…

Khajuraho Temples- Images of Eternal Love

Khajuraho Temples- Images of Eternal Love

Khajuraho is a small village nestled in the timbered plains of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. Khajuraho is a famous tourist destination known for its temples. Traditionally believed to have been built by the Chandela rulers during 950-1050 A.D, Khajuraho Temples are listed among the world heritage site by UNSECO.

The Khajuraho temples are famous for their rare art work which can be associated with any temple art. They bear erotic …