Unusual Interesting Facts about Incredible India

Even though India is fast becoming one of the most talked about countries of the world, there are still many things that you may not know about this place. So, come let us take you on a tour of an India that seldom comes forth in the news, one that is weird, unique and interesting at the same time.

•    Have you ever heard of a living bridge that has not been built but has grown on its own??? Come to Cherrapunji in Meghalaya and you will get to see a bridge made entirely out of roots of the trees. Some of these root bridges are over a hundred feet long and are exceptionally strong enough to hold over fifty people or more at a time. One special bridge is considered to be one of the only kind in the world. It is, in fact, two bridges stacked over each other and is now popular as ‘Umshiang Double Decker Root Bridge’.

•    News Flash: ‘Sea disappears before our eyes’!!! In Orissa on the Chandipur beach, the sea vanishes right in front of your eyes. Whenever there is a low tide, water recedes back about 5km leaving a plain stretch of land where the sea once was. In fact, it is this phenomenon that has earned the place the name of ‘Hide and seek beach’.

•    Just around 18kms from Jaisalmer lies the cursed Kuldhara Village. Once a very lively village of Paliwal Brahmins, the place now lies abandoned with not even a single habitant. On a single night in 1825, all the village residents as well those living in the adjoining 85 other villages for reasons best left to legends.

•   The Vishnu temple of Tirupathi down south is not one of the but THE largest religious pilgrimage destination of the world. Built in the 10^th century, the place is larger than Mecca or Rome and has an average of over 30,000 visitors visiting everyday donating $6 million dollars together. 

•  Located in the Tamenglong district of Manipur are the historic Thalon Caves, a historical attraction providing evidence of the Hoabinhian culture in India. There is something unusual about the caves that are located over 910m above sea level. Even as you are entering the same, you will get the feeling of venturing into another world that is dark, unknown and dangerous…

• Visit the world’s first granite temple at Tanjavur, tamil Nadu, in the form of the famous Brihadeshwara Temple. Built between the period of 1004 AD and 1009 AD, the shikhara of the temple was built from one single 80 tonne granite piece. This magnificent piece of art was built in a period of just five years during the Rajaraja Chola’s reign.  

• World’s highest cricket ground has been built right here in Chail, an Indian district in the state of Himachal Pradesh, at a height of 2444 meters above sea level. The pitch was built way back in 1893 after leveling a hilltop!!!

Indian Food Tourism

India: The Perfect Culinary Destination

Unlike the heavy rose and jasmine scents in the warm air, the Indian aroma is an unforgettable one. The place is home to some of the best multidimensional and eclectic cultural mix that has truly resulted in a variety of delightful food traditions. There is no dish that can be termed as the perfect symbolization of India itself as the country is full of regional culinary traditions that together form the Indian food culture.

The variety of Indian food is enough to make even the most colorful of the pictures seem bland in front of it. It is both fiery as well as aromatic at the same time, especially due to the spices used during the preparation of these gastronomical delights. In fact, the term ‘curry’ has today assumed unimaginable proportions as a true Indian dish for most of the English countries. These so called curries come in all forms and tastes all across India depending upon the region you are visiting. It may be fiery red down south a mellower orange up north while on the western side you may find it leaning more towards the color of sunflowers. Be prepared for the chilly shock as and when you taste the same curry in the north eastern side of India whose chilies are said to be among the most potent ones of the world. Like the palette of an artist, an Indian kitchen is full of as many as twenty five spices used as per the directions and taste of the cook.

For all of you who love to sample vegetarian stuff and are a perfect vegetarian, India is the place where you will get to sample more vegetarian dishes you could find in whole Europe. The sweets too are something that need to be tasted to be truly experienced for their culinary delight and taste. Whether it’s a ‘kulfi’ or a ‘jalebi’ you will find your sweet tooth asking for more of these gastronomical wares. In addition to this, you will find an abundance of both the temperate and the tropical fruits here such as the apricots, watermelons, mangoes, strawberries, pomegranates and many others along with other western confectioneries.  To complete your food journey, do not forget to sample the ‘Paan’, a betel leaf wrapped with spices such as cardamom and aniseed.    

Indian food journey is so vast and countless, that it can hardly be kept shackled just into the kitchens. Available right on every street corner is some irresistible snack houses that offer great spicy food at inexpensive rates. However, caution needs to be taken by people sampling these for the first time as it can turn even the most seasoned foodie’s stomach upside down!!!! Given these delights, it is no wonder that Indian food is one of the most of popular cuisines of the world. So, take your savory glands on the most delightful gastronomical vacation they have ever been on !!!! 

Touring Along the lines of Golden Triangle India

Touring Along The Lines Of The Golden Triangle

India, as a country needs no introduction. It is a place that symbolizes Unity in Diversity. You can traverse through its whole length and breadth and yet there would still be something unexplored on your map. In order to get to know some of the best iconic sights, it is best to have a tour plan ready. One of the must try treks that you can take to visit some of the best places of the country is the Golden triangle tour India. There are various tour operators that provide packages along these lines that indulge your adventurous spirit to the fullest. So let us get started to getting to know about this tour a little more so that you can plan your golden triangle India vacation accordingly:

Delhi

Delhi is not just the capital of India, it is in fact the main hub of the rich history of the country. There is the Red fort and the Humayun’s Tomb for the historical buffs, in addition to the architecturally magnificent Rashtrapati Bhavan and the majestic India Gate. For the foodies, get to sample some of the famous local gastronomical delights of the city such as the kathi lunch at Khan Chacha or a cocktail at Cheri or even some obscure Hole in the wall restaurant in the lanes of the city where you can eat like a king for a small amount. However, be aware of the spices as they are famous to turn even a locals’ belly to mush….!!!

Agra

Next on our golden Triangle India tour comes the internationally famous city of Agra. After all, no trip to India is complete without a visit to the beautiful Taj Mahal. Explore the monument to its fullest but do keep some time in hand to visit some of the lesser known yet equally interesting local attractions such as Mehtab Bagh Gardens and Rajeshwar and Kailash temple. Foodies will also be equally delighted by the local authentic cuisines in addition to a special rooftop restaurant that offers you meals with Taj Mahal serving a romantic backdrop.

Jaipur

One of the upcoming popular international tourist destinations is Jaipur. With its glorious forts, majestic temples and beautiful sandstone buildings, the place acts as an apt end to the glorious Golden Triangle tour India. In addition to these beautifully historical monuments, there is also the added attraction of the Bapu Bazaar and the Jowhri Bazaar for the shopaholics. Pick up items at dirt cheap rates before sampling one of the famous local delights- ‘pyaz ki Kachori’. After filling your tummy, it is time now to fulfill your senses with beautiful local attractions such as Hawa Mehal, Amber fort, and the 17^th Century Jai Singh Observatory.

After garnering some unforgettable views from this whole trip, it is now time to drive back to Delhi where the Golden Triangle tour India is officially considered to be over. However, do remember, the trip may be over but the memories you gather from the same will remain for ever and ever in your mind, thoughts and photo album.