The Haat of Baastar

Experience the raw style of living in the Bastar village which is coming out as best tourism zone in India. The area happens ro be be one of the three bio-diversity hotspots identified in the country by the UN and boost densest tribal population..

As a small terrain in Chattishgarh, Bastar manages to turn heads of many globe trotters to itself. Here you would see no style, glamour or luxury, they have created their own world, a dressing style of their own, everything here is naturally different.

Entrapped in bamboos and bushes, Bastar is a region which tends to give an eco feel on your stay. Embark to Bastar, a region which is eco friendly and preserve nature while showcasing it beautifully.

Bastar, though small and conservative, show their gaiety in the form of fairs and festivals they celebrate.They regularly observe tribal folk at close quarters and they conduct their dances in in the marketplaces, better known as the Haat. There are approxiately 300 haats or hut in Bastar. People come here to chat and make business deals, details their personal life to each other. The haat is truly an institution that binds Adivasi communities together. It gives them a sense of continuity and purpose in a fast-changing world that seems to have left them behind. There are stalls selling vegetables and herbs, meat, fish, utensils, clothes, farm, implements and terrocotta.

The dance form and music showcase the varied tribal culture of Bastar. Out of all the festival, Baastar is considered an important tribal festivals in the region. They rejoices Lord Ramas victory.but on Goodess Danteshwari Mai, the reigning deity and her importance in the life of people. The ceremonies commence with her worship at the temple of Kacchhingudi, where young girls from the weaver community is placed on a swing of thorn.

Taj Mahal Revisited

It must have been thousand times, Taj Mahal has been written about. It is something which generations have been talking about and centuries have been told. 37 different departments worked together to bring to life this marvelous piece of art which lives to this date.

Ismail Khan came all thw way from Turkey to make the dome, the Gold structure atop the dome was shaped by Lahores Kazim Khan. Dilhiwalah Chiranjilal imparted his craftsmanship to the mosaic motifs. The organisation of the entire Taj Mahal was looked after by Mir Abdul Karim and Murkirat Khan from Shiraz. Thus hundreds of designers and architects were behind the making of this one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

The story of TAJ MAHAL beguns from the time when Emperor Shah Jahan ( the then Prince Khurrum) married second time to a girl selling bangles in the market. This young girl called Arzuman Banu Begam came to be known as Mumtaz Mahal. Married in 1612, she breathed her last in 1631 giving birth to her 14th child. A year later Shahjahan started building the Taj Mahal in her memory.


The Taj Mahal is made in a square form with definite geometric patterns. It has a square pool in the centre from which four subsidary canals flow, further dividing it into four squares. These squares make a symmetry of 16 lawns. The pathways on both the sides are flanked by pines, palms and poplars. It was ensured that a canal and some tanks supplied the fountains with the cool water of Yamuna River.

One of the biggest marvel of Taj Mahal is the Calligraphy. Each word in the Taj correlates itself with the next word in symmetry. There is not a single word which is unequal or disfigured. Though most of the information about the disclosing names involved in making Taj Mahal, the name of Amanat Ali Khan can be found in the inner surface of the dome.

As far as motifs are concerned these have been made by the only Indian involved in making Taj Mahal – Chiranjilal. Geometric forms and floral motifs are predominant in the design of Taj Mahal.

The dome makes the main part of the Taj. To hide the hugeness of the main dome four small domes were places in the corner of the Taj Mahal.

And this marvel which included the international array of experts today stands as the marvel of India. We as Indians are graced to have such a beauty in our country.

Vacations in Andhra Pradesh

The horde mottles of Andhra Pradesh are for the art lovers, nature lovers, adventure enthusiasts and epicures where beauty is omnipresent at its best. Charming Andhra Pradesh beckons you for the mushy heritage, fascinating life style, breathtaking hillocks, inducible culture and much more. When it comes to tourism in Andhra Pradesh, undoubtedly this taciturn heartland is among the hot destinations in India. The state has many delights in its fold for which the National and International travelers jaunt this reticent state. The more intrusive you are, the more insights you get. You get to experience and enjoy all forms of tourisms in Andhra Pradesh: Heritage Tourism, Pilgrim Tourism, Eco Tourism, Medical Tourism, Beach Tourism and Mice Tourism in Andhra Pradesh. The vivid Andhra has it all in abundance.

An amalgamation of diverse cultures and religion distinguishes Andhra from others. If there are temples then there are mosques, there are churches, there are caves which attract herd of travelers. Among uncountable tourist destinations in Andhra Pradesh the main are: Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Tirupati, Warangal, Nagarajunasagar, Anantagiri Hills, Horsley Hills, Puttaparthy. The essence of all these tourist attractions in Andhra Pradesh lies in the wonders of splendid edifices, heritage architecture, aesthetic palaces, marvelous forts, ascetic tombs, exotic beaches, wildlife reserves and alluring hill stations. A striking kinship of the state with the erstwhile Nizams, whose possessed splendiferous riches, make it a royal land.

The religious and historical monuments of Andhra bear a testimony of excellent craftsmanship.

Incredible Beaches of India...

Beaches have attracted people for generations. Be it India or any other country, beaches always charm people with their elegance. India too resonates its earth with a number of beaches. In fact the entire coastal range is filled with various beaches, be it small or a big one. But just like any other countries, India too has a choice of the famous ones and the not so famous ones. Some of the very famous ones are Alpazuha Beach, Calangute Beach, Mallampura Beach, Anjuna Beach and so on.

Beginning from South there is the Mamallapuram Beach which also houses the famous Mallampura Temples considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The silent shore does not attract a number of people, and it is this silence which makes people sit here for hours.

A little down from here, is the place called the heaven. Kerala, the Gods own country, has some of the most beautiful beaches around. Like the Alpazuha beach. Alpazuha is not only famous for its beautiful beach but also for its backwaters. Alpazuha beach is also a popular picnic beach.

Then there is the Kovalam Beach which is the internationally acclaimed beach having three adjacent crescents. Ayurvedic massage parlous, yoga centers and water sports facilities are some of the major attractions of this beach.

Apart from these if you are more interested in watching the sunset and the sunrise than the Varkala Beach of Kerala is the best. Just 42 kms from Thiruvanathpuram, the sands of Varkala become one of the religious destinations of South India. Thiruvanathpuram is one of the major cities of South India.


A little below all these are the beaches of Goa. Numerous beaches, all as beautiful as the other one attract people to spend their holidays here. Like the Calangute beach, Candolim Beach, Vagator Beach, Baga Beach, Agonda Beach, Mobor Beach - all of them are unique in their own sense. Out of these the Mobor and Cavelossim Beaches are a bit different ones. Both beaches are relatively isolated and there are few beach sharks here. Mobor beach on the other hand has a number of seagulls coming to the shores. Mobor also has a small fishing village with a small lagoon near the mouth of the river which makes it more adventurous.


And at one of the end of all these stand apart the beaches of Andaman and Nicobar. Out of the 27 beaches only 10 beaches are open for tourists. The best thing about these beaches are they are very clean and have the green and azure blue water in their shores. And the attractions too keep adding on, like snorkeling, boating, dolphin seeking, kayaking and so on...


With the best of the beaches and the best of water entertainment there is no reason why one is not here...

Tiger Trial to India

Many of the National parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries of India have got the wide reputation for being the natural habitats of Tigers – the pride of India. Majority of the wildlife lovers come to India especially for the tigers. Tiger trailing is the quite an adventurous activity that involves lots of adventure and thrill with the lit bit fear. There are chances that you may not sight a tiger but you may certainly hear the roar of one or spot his pugmarks and perhaps an abandoned, half eaten kill. Tiger trailing holidays in India are not only about the tigers but are also about the other attractions that are plentiful and spectacular in Indian forests. Providing one of the most complete wildlife experiences, Tiger Trial Tour to India is enough to fill your nostalgic album with lot of fun memories.

The key to successful tiger spotting in the jungle involves a combination of good guide and good luck. The forest official or the guide that you take along with yourself should be well versed in listening the warning cries and should be aware about the habits of animals. When the tiger is on the move in the jungle his kingdom becomes alert and responsive in his majesty. Peacocks blare, Sambar bell, Fowls screech, Bison whistles shrilly, and langurs explode in cough like alarm. Such type of calls gives you the good idea that the tiger is moving nearby.

Footprint or the Tiger trailing adventure in India will transport you to the another world – in the world where tigers rule. They are the rulers of the jungles for centuries and there is no body who can break their laws. Some of the best National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries where you can for the tiger trailing tour in India include – Sundarbans National Park in Kolkata, Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh, Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan, Manas National Park, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and many more. If you want to enhance the tiger trailing tour to India, you can go for the exotic jeep safaris in the park.

As the tiger spotting is time consuming so you need to be patient. It is only your patient that will let you spot the big cats and will give you the opportunity to film the grand view of tigers. The best way to spot the tigers is to follow their pugmarks in the soft sand. The footprints or the pugmarks reveals the whereabouts of the tigers. Even the tracks on the roads can also reveal the presence of tigress with her cubs. Check out the low circling vultures, especially if they are dropping at the spot they are excellent indicators of the kill.

Although all the precautions are taken to reduce the risk factors during the tiger trailing, but than the visitors should be alert all the time. A face to face encounter with the tiger can make you numb for a minute. It is advisable you take the expert forest guide along with yourself. You are requested to follow all the rule and regulation while taking the tiger trial tour to India. It helps in maintaining and preserving the precious eco system of the country without disturbing the natural habitats of the wilds.

Indian Villages

Indian Villages

Indian Villages – When these words come into mind, there comes a vivid image – a slow paced society with not much ado and lights. No highlights, no loud music and no haphazardness, the only this which surrounds here is the peace and calmness.

India's First Prime minister said, India lives in its Villages. The same saying holds true even to this today. The only thing which has changed today is the pace of life. With the life changing so much the Indian Villages are not less affected. But then there are villages which are still the same in a number of sense. The wilderness still holds here, bells of temples and the cows bells can be heard simultaneously and the simplicity adores itself in their spheres. Its what we call the real India.

Indian Village has been portrayed differently by some. A silent, peaceful and tranquil place. But there is a totally different aspect to it. Mostly Indian Villages have two main things on which they run. The basic thing is the Panchayat and the secondary thing is the caste. In all the villages, the major decisions are taken by a set of 5 – 7 people. This collection of people is called the Panchayat or the Village Judiciary System.

But then the Villages also run on Caste System. All the things in a Indian Village run on this system. Most of the works done by the Village are on the basis of this system. A Major categorization is done on the basis of caste. Though there is a major drop in this ideology, still the practice exists in a number of villages. But that is not all, there are some of the major attractions of the villages which set them apart. And these include the art, crafts, temples, architectures, ages old arts which hold the reins of these villages. A look around these, and these villages become more attractive than the shimmering lights of the city.

One of the first things which will hold you down is the simplicity of the the Indian Villagers. Plain simple, down to earth, these are the ones who will tell you the reality with plain simplicity, without qualms. Village people identify themselves in the terms of agriculture. In addition to this Villagers indulge themselves in a number of other activities like the Rural Arts and Crafts. Appreciated and acclaimed worldwide, these make a special place in the Indian Industry. Like the Metal Mirrors of Aranmula, a small village in Kerala. Know only by the members of a single family, this art is sold worldwide. Then there is the Banavasi Village whose sculptured art can be seen in a number of villages all over the country. If you want to learn making sculptures, then you must visit this little village in Karnataka. And if you have not heard about the village Lachen, then you must be here. This unique village is famous for its mask dance and race dance. All the year people wait for these, when these are held in the months of November and December. These dances makes Sikkim, more the important.

Apart from the Art, crafts and dances some of the villages are also famous for their fairs and dance shows. Like the Surajkund Village in Haryana. Each year in the month of February, this Arts and Crafts Surajkund Crafts Mela is held where artists from even the forgien countries come to show their art. Apart from this there are villages which are famous for their ancient temples and Universities. Nepura, in Bihar is one such village which is famous for its Buddha established Nalanda University. Its also the village which is famous for its silk.

These villages though not technologically forward have established themselves have put themselves upfront in areas which are untouched by the cities. But there are villages which live in the utmost harsh conditions of nature like the Hodka Village of Rann of Kutchh in Gujarat. This place is also famous for its Dands. These dands are the water bodies which are made by the rains. These temporary adobes are the heaven for thousands of birds which come here every year.

Some of the Indian Villages are also famous for the traditional methods. Like the Chaughan Village. It is one of the few villages in Indian which makes Honey through the natural method. If you want to see how honey is made and then packed the natures way, then here you should be. Coming out of all this there are some Indian Villages which have retained the history in their closets. Like the Samode Village of Jaipur. This World famous village has the Havelis/ Mansions which are as old as 100 years old. The art and the beauty of these Havelis surpass the ages which have gone pass by. It is also the place which is famous for its Sheesh Mahal or the Palace of Mirrors.

Among all the villages there is one which village which echoes the Great Book of Hindus – Bhagwat Geeta. It is one of the most sacred Books of Geeta and also one of the most read books in the World. Translated into a number of of languages, Jyotisar, Kurukshetra is the Village where Geeta was spoken out by Lord Krishna. Here is the land where Great Hindu Epic Mahabharata s carnage was carried out. Its a place visited by thousands of people in the search of truth and peace. A place so divine yet so plain and simple.

And then there is the Village called Ballavpur Danga. This small village near Kolkatta was once very famous for its school – Shantiniketan. Established by Noble Laureate Rabindra Nath Tagore, this school is still famous. Lakhs of people come here each year to see this beautiful village.

Of all these villages which have been counted here and many more, there are the ones which have maintained the sanctity of the Indian soil in terms of the ages old traditions and modern changes. These villages are coupled with the ideology of the Indian soil which tells them to walk on the ground while maintaining the the heads highs. Making India proud in every way, these villages are the heartine of the country called India.

Come here to see the lives which are so far away from the modern lights yet so near to life. It is correctly said, there is more to life than the charms of Modern Beauty and here it lies in the Villages of India. Welcome to real India !