Sindhudurg Sea Fort - Tourist Spot

Sindhudurg: This Sindhudurg town is situated 510 kms from Mumbai and in the town of Malvan having the famous Shivaji’s Naal base and sea fort of Sindhudurg. The fort has many temples of Maruti, Bhavani, Mahadev Jarimai, and even one of Shivaji – the only one in the country. The Shivaji temple has his foot-prints and hand-prints. The Beach gives a beautiful view of the cost.

Vijayadurg, 85 kms. to the North is another famous Naval Base and Sea Fort of the Marathas Vengurla is a good beach with the hills lining the stretch of sand. The hills are covered with cashew, coconut, jack fruit and mango groves. Padamgarh is another fort near Malvan. We have salt pans and Chinese clay pottery at Malvan. We can also see migratory birds form the beach. Amboli at an altitude of 619 m. is a hill resort of Sindhudurg District. It offers a breath taking view up to the Konkan Coastline.

Salem - Yercaud Tourist place

If you are interested to spend your holidays in a calm and cool place, you can go to Salem. The Famous Tamil Poet – Avvaiyar’s birth place is Salem. Being the central part of Tamil Nadu, it is famous for stainless steel. Tamil Nadu’s fourth largest city is Salem.

During the month of July, Mariamman festival is celebrated in Salem for 15 days. Here lot of Mariamman (Hindu Goddess) temples are attracts large number of tourists. This is the best period to visit here.

The amusement Park - Anna Park is the favorite place for many kids. Yercaud hills is near to Salem. The climate in Yercaud is between 13o C and 30o C. The thick forest slopes are suitable for trekking. You can enjoy the smell of coffee and orange in the hills.

Goa beaches - Anjuna Beach

The most popular beach in Goa is Anjuna Beach. It was discovered by the hippies between 1950s – 1960s. Hippies are staying here for months together and they enjoying here as heaven and moonlight parties are the happiest occasion for the hippies. The full moon Beach parties are famous here.

You can enjoy swimming here because the sea is calm. You cannot forget the beauty o white waves touching the golden sand on the beach and you can enjoy the loud beach parties. Here you can get delicious sea food and also fresh fruits such as pineapples, watermelons.

On Wednesdays the famous flea market is held at Anjuna Beach. You can buy anything i.e. swim suits, second hand bikes, cameras, handicrafts from Kashmir etc. at throw away prices (if your bargaining is good).

Flora Fountain - Mumbai

Mumbai’s one of the oldest monuments is Flora Fountain. Flora is the name of Roman Goddess of Flowers. Now the Flora Fountain is called Hutatma Chowk or Martyr’s Square. It was constructed in 1864 by the Agri-Horticultural Society of Western India. In this Fountain Roman Goddess Statue is surrounded by Artificial Water Flowing Pool. At night the statue is decorated with beautiful lights. It is a beautiful sight. The statue is crafted in a imported Portland stone.

Near the Flora Fountain- square vendors are selling thinks like Gadgets, nylon saris, ballpens, watches, Binoculars, etc. at cheap rates.

Flora Fountain is Mumbai’s landmarks and definitely deserves a visit. You can easily reach there by buses or trains or by autos. From Churchgate Railway Station it is just 3 minutes walkable distance only.

Taj Mahal Tourist Place

India’s main Tourist attraction place is Taj Mahal. Being one of the eight wonders of the World, every year around 2 to 4 million people visits here. During the months October to February more tourists visit Taj Mahal.

Emperor Shajahan built Taj Mahal in the memory of his wife Mumtaz at Agra. It takes 22 years to built Taj Mahal. At a cost of 32 Million Rupees, Taj Mahal was constructed in 1648 C.E. Taj Mahal complex with three sides red stone walls and the river facing side is open. Mughals built the beautiful monument entirely with white marble. We cannot express in words the beauty of Taj Mahal, particularly sunset, dawn and in the moon light. You have to experience it.
Except on Fridays- it is open from 6 am to 7 pm on weekdays. The Taj Mahal complex is open 2 days before and after of the full moon day for night watching.

Kodaikanal - Tourist place

If you want to escape from summer, you can go to Kodaikanal. This is a amazing tourist place to spend your holidays. The best season is April to June. You can reach Kodaikanal by bus. Nearest Airport is Madurai. Here many hotels offers good accommodation. The Hotel run by Tamil Nadu – TTDC is my best choice.

Kodaikanal – means “the gift of the forest” - was established in 1845 by American Missionaries. The nick name for Kodaikanal is Princess of Hill Stations.

Built in 1863, the star shaped spread over an area of 24 hectares - Kodai Lake is major attraction of Tourists. Here boating facilities are available for Tourists.

Bryant Park is another centre of attraction for Tourists. Bryant, the name of the British Officer who landscaped the Park. During the month of May, annual horticulture show is held here. The Park has many varieties of flowers and cut flowers are exported. The trees i.e. Eucalyptus and Pine are worth to see. You can see the KURINJI FLOWER (Bloom once in 12 years) here.

Kumarakoam - Paradise

In the Vembanad Lake, a cluster of little islands is the village of Kumarakom. It is the best place for the honeymooners. The small water world is the part of Kuttanad region. The climate and the lush green vegetation attract many tourists. The 14 acre vide bird sanctuary here is favourite haunt of migratory birds. To watch the bird sanctuary you have to go to boat trip round the islands.
After the visit from sanctuary, you can rest in resort. At Kumarakom resorts you can go for a swim, and take a Ayurveda Massage, play indoor and out door games. Kumarakoam is a beautiful paradise of mangrove forests ,coconut trees and blooming of flowers – you cannot forget the visit.

Kanniyakumari - Tourist place

Southernmost of Tamil Nadu, Kanniyakumari is one of the important Tourist place. Vivekananda Memorial, Gandhi Memorial, Kanniyakumari Temple, Guganathasamy Temple and Kanniyakumari beach are some important places.
Vivekananda Memorial was built in 1970 with all the architectural styles of India. Swami Vivekananda when he visited Kanniyakumari before his departure for Chicago to participate in the World Religious Conference in 1893, he had sat and meditated on the rock in 1892. In the Memorial building Swami Vivekananda’s statue has been installed. The meditation Hall is opened between 8 A.M to 4 P.M.
Coloured sea sand, articles made from palm leave, sea shells and handicrafts are sold here. But you have to bargain for purchases.
In Gandhi Memorial, On October 2nd (Mahatma Gandhiji’s birthday), the Sun rays fall on the particular place where his ashes were placed.

The ancient temple here is Kanniyakumari temple. During May there is a huge crowd for the temple festival. The beautiful beach here attracts may tourists. On full-moon day, the Sun setting on the West and the Moon rising up on the East simultaneously is a glorious sight. Kanniyakumari is well connected by rail and road. Thiruvananthapuram is the nearest Airport.

Courtallam Falls

During the season July to August there is heavy crowd in Courtallam, Tirunelveli Distict. It is located at a height of 167 m. In South India, Courtallam is famous for its Falls. In the season the water flow is heavy in all the places. There are nine falls here. Peraruvi or the Main Falls is the popular one. The other falls are Small Falls, Chembagadevi Falls, Orchard Falls, Honey Falls, Five Falls, Tiger Falls, Old Courtallam Falls, New Falls. Taking a bath in these falls cure many skin problem and nerve disorders because the water is coming through forest herbs. Here you can take oil massages near the falls.

There are some temples in the City. The first one Thirukuttralanathar (Lord Shiva) Temple, Lord Murugan Temple, Koothar temple, Courtalla Nangai Koil and Thirugnana Sambandar Koil. If you want to rejuvenate your body and mind take a bath in these waterfalls.

Mysore Palace

When you heard the Mysore – you can think of magnificent Palaces, sandalwood and rich Mysore silks. Karnataka’s second largest city is Mysore. Dasara festival is celebrated for victory of good over evil.

The must see place in Mysore is Mysore Palace. It is wonderful to see the majestic Durbar Hall has an ornate ceiling and sculpted pillars. Mysore Palace is illuminated on Sundays and Public Holidays gives you a spectacle of breathtaking beauty.

In Mysore the famous Chamundi Hill which is 335 meters high can be reached by a travel of 13 km. in road. Half the way to the Hill you can see the Nandi. Chamundeswari temple is at the top of the Hill.

Mysore has a warm and cool climate throughout the year. If you visit Mysore, it will creat an ever-lasting impression on the visitor about the palaces, majestic temples and gardens.

Ooty Tourist Place

During the hot summer, everybody would like to go to Ooty. In Ooty you have lot of sight seeing places such as Botanical Garden, Ooty Lake, Dodabetta Peak, Kelti valley view etc.

The Government Botanical gardens, laid out in 1847 is a superb place to see. The gardens cover an area of about 22 hectares are maintained by the State Government Horticulture Department. The roses in the garden are loved by all who visits here. During May every year flower show conducted here.
The Ooty lake was built in 1825. Visitors can go for boating and enjoy here.
10 kms. from Ooty the Dodabetta Peak stands at an altitude of 2,263 meters. From here you can grab your camera and click superb pictures of the valley.
But you have reserve rooms in advance. Many hotels are available. It is worth to spend holidays in Ooty during summer.

Crocodile Bank, Chennai

If you want to watch many species of African and Indian crocodiles, you can go to the Crocodile Bank, which is easily accessible from Chennai. From Chengalpattu railway station is approximately 29 kms. and from Chennai it is 42 kms.
Romulus Whitaker inaugurated the Crocodile Bank in 1976. Crocodile Bank is spread over an area of 3.2 hectares. There more than 5000 crocodile species are kept in natural surroundings in pools. It creates an awareness among people that crocodiles play an ecological role in feeding on the weak and sick fishers. They are considered one of the most horrifying creatures and this Bank is an endeavour in spreading love for these creatures.
This Bank is famous for conducting researches. The snake farm here is another attraction. Here the visitors can see the demonstration of venom extraction from the snakes. If you have interest to know all these have a visit to Crocodile Bank.

SNAKE PARK

In Chennai, the Snake Park is situated next to the Guindy National Park. In 1972, the Madras Snake Park Trust was established and gained statutory recognition as a medium zoo from the Central Zoo Authority in 1995. It was founded by one of the prominent wildlife conservationist Romulus Whitaker. A number of snake species, lizards, crocodiles and turtles are housed here. More than 30 species of Indian snakes are here. King Cobra, Indian Rock Python, Reticulated Python, Adders and Vipers are some of the most sought after species.

Visiting Hours

Open on all days except Tuesday.

Working Hours 8.30 A.M. to 5.30 P.M.

Children’s Park is adjacent to the Snake Park in Guindy. An enjoyable collection of birds and animals are here in the Children’s Park. The elephant and pony rides are popular. You can enjoy with your family here.

MAHABALIPURAM

Mahabalipuram is best tourist spot near Chennai. The rathas temple chariots are examples of rock-cut architecture. Narasimha I and Rajasimha, the great Pallava Kings have well preserved these stylistic qualities of rock-cut caves, temples made from a single rock, temples and strives of different structures. Life size elephant and other creatures like monkey are carved in granite.
The Pancha Rathas (five Rathas) where each Ratha is sculpted in a different style and they were all carved out of a single piece of granite in situ. A small rock-cut temple Varaha Cave Temple dating back to the 7th century. Pallava King in order to safeguard the sculptures from the ocean, the temple Thirukadalmallai was built and it was dedicated to Lord Vishnu. After building the temple, the remaining architecture was preserved and was not corroded by sea.
The historical and fascinating tourist spot is attracted by many is not only due to these architecture but the vast casuarinas trees, the silvery sandy beach the classical hand male crafts around have made them all to form what is a collective splendor. Any person who visits Mahabalipuram will remain startled and intoxicated with the grandeur.