Archive for August, 2009

A Bird’s Eye View of Heritage Sites in India

Posted on August 28, 2009 in Heritage Sites in India with No Comments

India is popular with tourists for its heritage sites. Historically, it has much to offer. Memories of past glory are reflected through various monuments and sites. The richness of culture is exhibited through these heritage sites, which are diverse in their historical ethos. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, the heritage sites in India contribute heavily to [...]

Deserts in India

Posted on August 28, 2009 in Deserts in India with No Comments

Sandy dunes and vast lands of desert flaura and fauna mark the only one and famous desert in India, the Thar desert also known as the Great Indian desert. Although living conditions are difficult yet, people live in this desert thriving on animal livestock and desert foods. Water scarcity is there and people [...]

Royal Retreats of India

Posted on August 28, 2009 in Royal Retreats with No Comments

India has much to offer in terms of royal retreats. One can come across beautiful palaces built by yesteryear kings. Tourists from all over the world find it a pleasure to visit them. The grandeur of these palaces makes one’s stay in them memorable and way out. The maharajas may not be living now [...]

Eco Tourism in India

Posted on August 15, 2009 in Eco Tourism with 1 Comment

Eco tourism is new facet of tourism. People travel to natural habitats to appreciate nature in all its wonders. India, of course, has much to offer to the tourist who is interested in having a glimpse of the fauna and flora of the country. Who would not like to be in the midst [...]

Pilgrimages and Spirituality

Posted on August 10, 2009 in Pilgrimages and Spirituality with No Comments

India is a land of spiritualism and pilgrimages. Many Westerns are drawn by spiritualism taught by its sages and even the Indians take refuge in it to escape the hardships of material existence. A devout Indian undertakes pilgrimage to various places in order to seek God’s blessings.
It is not uncommon to see a Muslim going [...]

Adventure Sports in India

Posted on August 10, 2009 in Adventure Sports with No Comments

India has much to offer in terms of adventure sports. Tourists visit this country to have some fun and adventure. No doubt, they do enjoy sightseeing the various historical monuments and places, but at the same time they would like to take part in various adventure sports that the country has to offer.
From historical times, [...]

Beaches of India

Posted on August 9, 2009 in Indian Beaches with No Comments

The Indian coastline is full of fantastic beaches. One can lay down on the beach and tan oneself and enjoy the warm weather. Holidaying on these lovely beaches is just full of fun and frolic. Tourists from various parts of the world visit these Indian beaches to getaway from the cold weather in their respective [...]

India Tourism Statistics

Posted on August 9, 2009 in India Tourism with 1 Comment

India gets much revenue from tourism. It is a flourishing trade. Lots of tourists visit. Of late, of course due to extremists’ activities tourism has received a temporary setback.
People form all over the world visit India. They like to visit various historical sites Like Red Fort in Delhi, Taj Mahal in Agra and [...]

India Tourism Industry

Posted on August 8, 2009 in India Tourism with No Comments

India tourism industry is flourishing well. The increased incomes of the middle class, and more expenditure on the part of foreign tourists visiting India, the coffers of the Tourism industry are filling The Government of India is also making an all out effort to promote the “incredible India”.
The recent extremists’ attacks on [...]