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| PACKAGE OVERVIEW |
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| From Delhi through colorful Jaipur and the glorious Taj Mahal in Agra and further on to the exotic temples of Khajuraho and the heights of spirituality in Varanasi, there's something for everyone. Continue on to the Himalayan wonderland Nepal where traditional Buddhism blends effortlessly with modernity. Experience the changing faces of a region with colorful people and rich cultural heritage!
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 Accommodation twin sharing per person basis
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Daily breakfast
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Complimentary return airport/railway station transfers
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Services of and English speaking local guide
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All transportation by air-conditioned car
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Agra to Jhansi AC Chair car train tickets
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Entrance tickets to monuments as per the itinerary
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All applicable taxes
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| ITINERARY |
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DAY 1: DELHI
On arrival, take a transfer and check into the hotel. Enjoy the day at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 2: DELHI
After breakfast, take a city tour of Old and New Delhi. Visit historic sights including the Red Fort comprising exquisite palaces reflecting Mughal architecture, the largest mosque in India, the Jama Masjid, the Qutub Minar, a soaring tower of victory dating back to 1199 AD and drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan, the residence of the President of India, Rajpath and India Gate. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 3: DELHI - JAIPUR
After breakfast, drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, take a transfer and check into the hotel. In the afternoon, take a city tour of Jaipur and visit the signature landmark multi-storied Hawa Mahal with the bustling bazaar below and the Jantar Mantar Observatory built in 1728. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 4: JAIPUR - AGRA
After breakfast, visit the Amber Fort with an elephant ride up the Fort's ramparts. Originally built in the 16th Century by Maharaja Man Singh, the Fort encloses superb palaces and a marble temple dedicated to the fearsome goddess Kali. In the afternoon, drive to Agra. En route visit the imperial 'ghost city' of Fatehpur Sikri constructed of sandstone and built by Emperor Akbar. On arrival, take a transfer and check into the hotel for overnight stay.
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DAY 5 AGRA
After breakfast, take a city tour of Agra and visit one of the wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal. With its majestic marble domes and elegant minarets, the Agra Fort built by Emperor Akbar in 1565. Also visit his tomb in Sikandra. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 6: AGRA - KHAJURAHO
In the morning catch a train to Jhansi. On arrival in Jhansi, you will be recieved at the railway station and driven to Khajuraho. Upon arrival, take a transfer and check into the hotel. In the afternoon, take a city tour of Khajuraho and visit Jain and Hindu temples built in sandstone between the 9th and 11th Centuries during the Chandela dynasty. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 7: KHAJURAHO - VARANASI
After breakfast, catch a flight to Varanasi. On arrival, take a transfer and check into the hotel. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 8: VARANASI
Early in the morning, enjoy a boat ride on the River Ganges and visit the ghats. In the afternoon, visit Sarnath.
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DAY 9: VARANASI - KATHMANDU
After breakfast, catch a flight to Kathmandu. On arrival, take a transfer and check into the hotel. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 10: KATHMANDU
After breakfast, go on a half day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city visiting Hanuman Dhoka, Temple of living Goddess and Swayambunath (this is one of the world's glorious Buddhist Chaityas. It is said to be 2000 Yrs. old. Painted on the four sides of the spire bases are the all seeing eyes of lord Buddha.)
Visit Bhaktapur City (situated at an altitude of 1,401 mtrs. Bhaktapur covers an area of 4 sq. miles. Shaped like a conch- shell), Boudhnath Stupa (This Stupa lies Eight kms. East of Kathmandu. This colossal and ancient Stupa is one of the biggest in the world ). Then visit the majestic Pashupatinath Temple. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 11: KATHMANDU
After breakfast, go on a half day sightseeing tour of Patan & Tibetan Handicraft Centre/Refugee Camp.
Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhnath Stupa. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 12: KATHMANDU - DELHI
After breakfast, catch a flight to Delhi. On arrival, take a transfer and check into the hotel. Enjoy rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 13: DEPARTURE DELHI
After breakfast, enjoy rest of the day at leisure. In the evening, take a transfer to the airport for onward travel.
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| HOTEL DETAILS |
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TRIDENT JAIPUR
City: Jaipur
Set on the banks of Lake Mansagar, Trident, Jaipur offers ample opportunity for relaxation with its stunning views of the surrounding Aravali Hills. All rooms have central air conditioning, alarm radio, connecting rooms, shower for wheelchair, adjustable thermostat, cable television, work desk with adjustable lamp, 24 hour housekeeping, bathroom amenities, coffee maker, full size refrigerator, hair dryer, internet access, mini bar, newspaper, automatic door closer, electronic lock, electronic smoke detector, safe, secondary locking device and wide angle door viewer.
Dining
Traditional lamps and paintings of Jal Mahal palace add colour and charm to Jal Mahal restaurant, which features international cuisine as well as Indian specialties. One can enjoy snacks and sample local and international liquor while gazing across the lake from a sofa at the Mansagar Bar and Terrace. Its deep green marble floors and French windows set a stylish scene for the perfect evening.
Hotel Facilities
For your business conveniences, audio visual rental equipment is available along with a business centre, express mail, fax, meeting rooms, photo copying service, printer and secretarial service. For your fitness and recreation conveniences there is a fitness centre, a swimming pool and sight seeing tours as well.
Other services and amenities included are airline desk, baggage storage, car rental desk, concierge desk, elevators, foreign currency exchange, gift shop, laundry/valet service, local area transportation, luggage hold, multi lingual staff and room service. A baby sitting service and cribs are also available.
Location
Just off the Delhi-Jaipur highway, the Trident, Jaipur is well connected by road and rail. It is just 35 minutes from the Sanganer Airport and a 10-minute drive from the Amber Fort. It provides easy access to all centres of tourist and commercial interest within the city.
Please Note
Guests will not be allowed to check-in without the identification proof. The identification proofs accepted are:
Drivers license
Voters card
Passport
Ration card
Note- PAN Cards will not be accepted as a valid ID card.
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TRIDENT AGRA
City: Agra
The Trident, Agra presents a unique and relaxed ambience and an ideal base from which to explore the world-heritage site of the Taj Mahal. This elegant low-rise hotel is situated in six acres of beautiful gardens, the central courtyard and stonework at the hotel reminiscent of the Mughal era. The hotel is set amongst beautiful gardens with an outdoor pool.
Room Amenities
The hotel offers luxurious accommodation in 102 rooms. All rooms are appointed with modern amenities that include cable television, two line telephone with data port, adjustable thermostat, work desk with adjustable lamp, tea/coffee maker, hair dryer, internet access, mini bar, daily newspaper, electronic safe and all bathroom amenities.
Dining
Dining facilities include La Brasserie, a multi cuisine restaurant where one can sip drinks while enjoying a view of the pool. Besides a daily continental buffet, this stylish restaurant also serves authentic Indian dishes a la carte. The hotel also has a pool view bar where one can enjoy a relaxing evening drink with snacks such as kebabs or satay. While the restaurant is open on all days and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, the bar remains open from 11 am to 11 pm. Room service is available round the clock.
Hotel Facilities
The hotel has a well-equipped business centre with express mail, fax machine, photo copier and printer. It also has meeting rooms and offers conference/banquet facilities. Other facilities available at the hotel include a fitness centre, barber shop, beauty salon, travel desk, car rental service, concierge desk, currency exchange, gift shop, convenience store, safe deposit lockers, news stand and laundry/valet service.
Location
The Trident, Agra is situated on the outskirts of the city in a secluded and quiet area, but only 1 km from the Taj Mahal. It provides easy access to all centres of tourist and commercial interest including Sadar Bazaar and Agra Fort.
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THE EVEREST HOTEL
City: Kathmandu
Location
The Everest Hotel is located at New Baneshwar in Kathmandu.
Rooms
The Everest Hotel offers 160 rooms overlooking the beautiful valley. The plush decor of the room compliments the luxurious service offered to the guests. The in-room amenities include satellite television, telephone, mini bar, tea/ coffee maker, air conditioner and an attached washroom with hot ad cold water facility.
Dining
The Everest Hotel offers the Mandarin, an exceptional place for an exclusive dining experience that resembles a Chinese pavilion serving seasonal specialties and recipes from Imperial China. Far Pavilion is a perfect place to unwind with some fine traditional delicacy, smooth spirits and good music. The Himalayan Tavern is located adjacent to the lobby and offers an elaborate buffet spread for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Wide range of delicacy including Continental, Indian, Italian cuisines are on the a la carte menu. Bugles and Tigers is an elegant bar with an excellent ambience representing Gurkha Officer's Mess. Bubbles Bar has an arsenal of finest liquor to choose from smooth wines, tantalizing tequila, bubbly beers and a good blend of cocktails along with a live band. The Cafe is a coffee parlour by the name. But in addition it serves the guests round the clock with finest gourmet at breakfast, lunch, dinner and in-betweens.
Facilities
The Everest Hotel offers conference and banqueting facilities for as many as 650 persons. This comes with secretarial services like audio/ visual equipments, stationary, live conferencing and logistic support.
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TAJ GANGES
City: Varanasi
Set amidst 40 verdant acres, Taj Ganges offers peace and tranquility in the heart of the bustling 'temple city' of Varanasi. It's five star elegance and timeless hospitality is bound to make your stay a pleasurable and treasured one.
Rooms
The luxurious guest rooms at the Taj Ganges are done up in colours and textures that are distinctly Indian. Categorised as Standard rooms, Large rooms, Executive Suites and Deluxe Suites, the rooms are elegantly furnished and equipped with the most modern amenities including Internet connectivity, international direct dial facility, channel music, and colour television with satellite programmes. In addition, the Suites feature a separate living room and spacious bedroom.
Dining
From casual, all-day eateries to formal, fine dining, guests can look forward to a wide selection of delectable dishes and refreshing drinks. The dining options include Chowk, a coffee shop and bar and Varuna, the speciality restaurant serving Indian delicacies. Guests can also enjoy a range of drinks and finger foods at the Princep Bar.
Conferences & Banquets
The hotel has a wide range of meeting rooms and conference halls that can accommodate 20 to 150 guests. The landscaped lawns of the hotel are available for large outdoor functions.
Business facilities offered at the hotel include Wi-Fi broadband internet access, secretarial service, fax, photocopier, multi media computers, workstations, etc.
Recreational Facilities
The Taj Ganges offers a range of recreational facilities that include a swimming pool, badminton court, tennis court, herbal massage centre, table tennis and board games. The hotel also organises activities like yoga classes, buggy rides within the hotel premises, boat ride on the River Ganga, sightseeing and shopping tours.
Hotel Facilities
For the convenience of guests, the hotel has a beauty parlour and hair salon. Other facilities offered at the hotel include a travel desk, car rental service, babysitting service, currency exchange, florist, safety deposit lockers, doctor on call and express laundry & dry cleaning service.
Location
Taj Ganges is conveniently located 21 kilometres from the airport and provides easy access to all places of tourist interest within Varanasi.
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HOTEL CHANDELA
City: Khajuraho
Tucked snugly amidst 11 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, Hotel Chandela is a haven of peace and tranquillity.
Rooms
The hotel offers comfortable accommodation in 94 elegantly appointed rooms that include four Executive Suites and one Deluxe Suite besides Standard rooms. All rooms are equipped with international direct dialing facility, Internet connectivity, mini-bar, personal safe, channel music and colour television. In addition, the Suites have a separate living room and are more spacious.
Dining
Dining options include Rasna, the multi cuisine restaurant and Cafe De La Paix, a casual coffee shop besides Rimjhim, a special joint that offers a sumptuous buffet spread. Sura Sundari, the exotic bar offers comfy, low-style settees along with refreshing cocktails and drinks.
Conferences & Banquets
Conference facilities include two well equipped halls with a capacity ranging from 50 to 150 guests in an auditorium style seating arrangement. Cocktails and receptions for upto 300 guests can be organised indoors while for large gatherings, the hotels landscaped gardens are the ideal venue.
Business facilities offered at the hotel include secretarial service, fax, photocopier, laptops on hire, portable printers and workstations.
Recreational Facilities
Hotel Chandela offers a range of recreational facilities that include a swimming pool, fitness centre, badminton court, tennis court, croquet, mini golf course and board games. It also has a book shop, shopping arcade and souvenir shop.
Hotel Facilities
For the convenience of guests, the hotel has a beauty parlour and hair salon. The hotel also boasts of an art gallery. Other facilities offered at the hotel include a travel desk, car rental service, babysitting service, currency exchange, florist, shopping arcade, safety deposit lockers, doctor on call and laundry service.
Location
Hotel Chandela is conveniently located and offers easy access to the world famous Khajuraho temples and Panna National Park Tiger Reserve.
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HILTON JANAKPURI
City: New Delhi
Location
Hotel Hilton Janakpuri, located in Delhi, is approximately a 20 minute drive from the domestic airport 30 minutes drive from the Indira Gandhi International Airport and just a 30 minute train ride from the city centre, i.e. Connaught Place.
The Hilton Janakapuri offers the best of both worlds, i.e. world-class facilities and luxurious accommodation options as well as close proximity to the city's major cultural and commercial centres.
Rooms
The hotel provides luxurious accommodation options in tastefully-furnished, well-appointed rooms in a number of categories. These include Hilton Guest Room (King & Twin), King Hilton Suite Room, King Executive Plus Room and King Hilton executive Room. Facilities in this category include 250 thread count sheets, air conditioning, alarm radio bath slippers, bathrobe, black-out curtains, clock radio w/mp3 connection, duvet covers, ergonomic desk chair, flexible work environment, handicap accessible by request, in-room movie channel, LCD flat panel television, lower or adjustable closet rod, night lights in bathroom, seating area with sofa, thermostat (adjustable), throw blankets and work desk with adjustable lamp.
Other facilities include 24 hour housekeeping, bathroom amenities, coffee maker, desk level electric plugs, hairdryer, hand held shower, high-speed internet access, internet access in guest room, iron, mini bar and daily newspaper.
Dining
Restaurants and taverns at the Hilton Janakpuri include:
Malt & Co
Malt & Co is the perfect place to enjoy live music while enjoying a drink from an extensive range of fine malts, armagnacs and cognacs or savouring some signature culinary treats prepared by well-known master chefs.
By The Way
By The Way is he place to be to unwind with a hot drink and a tasty snack. The stylish lobby lounge also offers an array of delectable homemade deli snacks to accompany a fine selection of fragrant teas and speciality coffees.
Zune
Zune serves sumptuous, spicy and fragrant dishes from North India focusing on Kashmiri and Mughlai styles of cooking. Liquor is served at the restaurant.
Twenty-9
Twenty-9 offers its guests, a vast array of Mediterranean, Pan-Asian and Indian specialties prepared by talented chefs in a vibrant atmosphere. Themed buffets and live cooking counters - the restaurant has enough to entice its guests and keep them asking for more.
Chynna Gold
Chynna Gold offers authentic oriental cuisine amidst a contemporary Chinese decor. From Szechwan and Cantonese specialities to fine wines and Chinese teas, this is soon going to be the new happening place to dine Chinese.
Pomodoro
Pomodoro is Italian dining at its best. The wine menu is great as well.
Conference and Banquets
The hotel provides conference facilities to its guests with the help of small board rooms that can accommodate close to 12 persons, full-fledged ball rooms with capacities in excess of 600 persons and banquet halls with capacities of close to 1200, theatre style.
Facilities
Facilities provided at the Hilton Janakpuri include baggage storage, bar area, car rental desk, concierge desk, elevators, florist, foreign currency exchange, gift shop, guest activity/recreation desk, laundry/valet service, local area transportation, lounge, luggage hold, multi-lingual staff, news stand, room service, safety deposit box and travel desk.
Business facilities include audio/visual equipment rental, business centre, business phone service, express mail, fax, modem, office rental, photo copying service, printer, secretarial service and video conferencing available.
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| DESTINATION INFORMATION |
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| NEW DELHI |
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Delhi is the present day version of Indraprastha, the legendary capital of Pandavas, and has in-between been seen various rulers on its throne, the longest being Mughals. No wonder Delhi has charmed writers, Sufi saints and travellers alike. The present Delhi is one of the most developed Indian as well as global cities albeit with its glorious past lurking across the city. The head of Indian government sits in Delhi in the Parliament in central Delhi, surrounded by forts and monuments of his ancestors, both autocratic and monarchs. These are places like Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Jantar Mantar et al. Then there are imperial architectures around Lutyen's Delhi including Connaught Place, in heart of city and the closest Delhi can get to London's Trafalgar Square.
While these old one's have been there since long, the New Delhi, including NCR or National Capital Region has shown exemplary growth in architecture, business avenues, services, tourism and township. Let us have a quick trip across the capital...
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Humayun Tomb - Delhi
India Gate - New Delhi
Red Fort - New Delhi
Jama Masjid - New Delhi
Delhi Bahai Lotus Temple
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| AGRA |
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A crimson sun casting an orange hue, setting behind the luminescent white marble of the epitome of everlasting love 'The Taj Mahal', is probably the 'cliched' picture that leaps to our mind when we think of Agra. Why should it not? After all Taj Mahal remains unsurpassed in beauty. But there is much more to Agra than just the Taj Mahal. Agra has a rich and puristic cultural mix of the Persian and the Mughal era. It is home to many ancient relics and monuments of historical and cultural significance - Taj Mahal, the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri, the exquisite tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah are just a few of the many wonders of pristine Mughal architecture that are nestled in the city.
Historians are of the general opinion that the city of Agra was founded in 1504 A.D. by Sikandar Lodi, the ruler of the Delhi Sultunate. Sikander Lodi's son, Ibrahim Lodi, ruled over the city after his father's death until he fell fighting Babar in the first battle of Panipat fought in 1526. Under the Mughals, the city witnessed the blossoming of some of the finest pieces of architecture ever made. The magnificence of the ancient times is not the only thing that would strike you with awe. In the backdrop of the monuments and the tombs, is a bustling industrial city getting richer by the day. Some of you might get down on your knees twice - at the Taj Mahal to propose and the second time to thank your stars for all the shopping you could do in the city! Agra has a thriving market of marble artifacts, silk fabrics, and leather goods available at dirt cheap rates.
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Agra Taj Mahal
Taj Complex
Agra Taj Mahal 1
Agra Taj Mahal
Agra Taj Mahal 2
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| KHAJURAHO |
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A temple town like no other, Khajuraho is one of India's most loved tourist destinations, and is a cultural masterpiece that had survived centuries of neglect before being restored to its former glory. Known for its stunning 9th - 11th century temples, Khajuraho was the cultural capital of the Chandela Dynasty of Madhya Pradesh, and once contained 85 temples, of which only 22 remain now, divided into three major zones, and protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The tale behind the construction of these erotic sculptured temples is as interesting as the temples themselves: Hemvati, the lovely daughter of a Brahmin priest was seduced by the Moon God while bathing in a pool near her house in Benares, and later gave birth to Chandravarman, the founder of the Chandela dynasty.
Chandravarman built most of these temples after a dream visitation by his mother who asked him to reveal the shallow nature of human passion to the world. Other versions lead us to believe that the Moon God told Hemvati the only way to expunge her guilt over her extramarital affair with him was to instruct her yet-to-be-born illegitimate son, the prophesized founder of the Chandela dynasty, to build 85 temples with erotic carvings, gardens, and lakes in the forest of Khajurs (date trees), which then subsequently came to be known as Khajuraho. Still a small town, Khajuraho has a population of 5000 friendly people, who are always glad to help the visitors with open arms.
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Carvings At Khajuraho
Chandela Temples Khajuraho
Jain Temple Khajuraho
Kandariya Mahadev Temple Khajuraho
Khajuraho Mahadeva Temple
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| VARANASI |
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Varanasi, also called Banaras or Kashi, is a major city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. One of the oldest existing cities in the world, Varanasi is a holy city for Hindus, Buddhists and Jains. Varanasi is home to the shrine of Lord Kashi Vishwanath and also one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. In addition to temples, Varanasi is known for the Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Banarasi sarees, brassware, hand-woven carpets and handicrafts.
Don't Miss
When visiting the city, don't forget to chew the famous ‘Banarasi Pan', known for its special flavour. Varanasi is home to numerous bathing ghats, which are thronged by priests and devotees in large number during early morning and evening hours. Visit the ghats especially at dawn, when devotees perform their rituals and immerse earthen lamps into the River Ganges. Take an excursion to Sarnath, about 10 km from Varanasi, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment at Bodhgaya. Here one can see magnificent stupas erected by Emperor Ashoka, along with the Ashoka Pillar and Maha Bodhi Society Temple.
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Dashaswamedh Ghat Varanasi
Manikarnika Ghat Varanasi
Varanasi University Temple
Varanasi
View From The River Varanasi
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| KATHMANDU |
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Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, is an enchanting city where the old and the new merge beautifully. The hub of Nepal's traditional culture and arts, Kathmandu is a beautiful place with historic, artistic and natural beauty. This city is a store house of temples and monuments because of its rich cultural past. Modern Kathmandu is a blend of all this and an eclectic nightlife with lots of shopping and happening casinos. Being the largest city of Nepal, it is very busy - at times, to the extent that you will almost become a part of its ethos.
Far from all the hustle and bustle, explore the real Nepal by visitng little hamlets around Kathamndu, where you can see the heart of this stunning country. Popular with adventure lovers, Kathmandu offers a range of activites to try your hands on - trekking and mountain climbing are just one of them. With so much to do and see, it is definitely a must-visit!
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Bodhnath Stuba in kathmandu Nepal
Bodhnath Stupa Kathmandu Nepal
Kathmandu Durbar Square Nepal
Narayanhiti Palace Kathmandu Nepal
Nepal Everest
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