1. Sukhna Lake Sightseeing - in Chandigarh
April 25, 2013
Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh is an artificial lake at the foothills of the Himalayas, the Shivalik hills. It is one of the most picturesque lakes in the country. Created in 1958 it is an inseparable part of the city with a depth of 18 feet spread across 3 sq km. The name Sukhna literally means wish-ful...
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2. Jaisalmer Fort Sightseeing - in Jaisalmer
April 25, 2013
Jaisalmer Fort was built in 1156 A.D. by a Bhati Rajput ruler, Jaisal. Jaisalmer in Rajasthan got its name from this ruler Jaisal. About a quarter of the population of Jaisalmer town lives inside this fort. It is considered as one of the largest forts in the world. It has been the scene of many b...
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3. Howrah Bridge Sightseeing - in Kolkata
April 25, 2013
Kolkata remained the capital of India during British rule till 1911. The twin cities of Kolkata and Howrah were separated by the River Hooghly which eventually resulted in the construction of the Rabindra Setu, or, Howrah Bridge. In the year 1906 the railway station at Howrah was set up and the brid...
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4. Howrah Station Sightseeing - in Kolkata
April 25, 2013
India is a country where people are more dependent on trains and railway stations. Government of India has taken special care to make the stations fit to be seen. This is done in order to give a good impression among the visitors from different countries and also to provide better facilities to Indi...
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5. Hazrat Nizamuddin Sightseeing - in New Delhi
April 25, 2013
The enclave of Hazrath Nizamuddin lies in the heart of New Delhi. It is named after The Sufi Saint nizamuddin Auliya. It is in medieval village or Basti. It is home to several Mughal era tombs and monuments. The principal attraction in Nizamuddin Basti is the Durga of Harath Nizamuddin. It is an imp...
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6. Hanging Gardens Sightseeing - in Mumbai
April 25, 2013
Hanging Gardens is one of the most favored tourist destinations of Mumbai. This garden was established in 1880 and then modified in 1921. Hanging Gardens in Mumbai is also referred as Pherozeshah Mehta Garden as an honor to its barrister Pherozeshah Mehta. Located on the Malabar Hills, this garden ...
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7. Fort William Sightseeing - in Kolkata
April 25, 2013
Fort William is a historic monument in the heart of the city of Kolkata spread over an area of 5 square km. Situated on the east bank of the River Hooghly close to the Vivekananda Setu this Fort is a fine example of the British legacy in Kolkata. This fort is named after King William III of England ...
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8. Fatehpur Sikri Sightseeing - in Agra
April 25, 2013
Fatehpur Sikri is a beautiful ghost city in Agra. It was built in 16th century. Akbar the great found the site. He did not have any heir. He went to a saint Shaikh Salim Chishti , he blessed Akbar, later Akbar got three sons born. So he built a monument in Sikri, which he named as Fatehpur Sikri ...
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9. Eden Garden Sightseeing - in Kolkata
April 25, 2013
The Eden Gardens is situated in Kolkata , and was founded in the year 1864. The stadium is located in the B. B. D. Bagh area, near the State Secretariat and Calcutta High Court and is owned by Indian Army. This is also called as the Lords of Asia.Eden Gardens is the oldest cricket ground in India, ...
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10. Dal Lake Sightseeing - in Srinagar
April 25, 2013
Dal Lake in Srinagar in Kashmir is known for its houseboats. The lake is an ideal site for enjoying swimming, kayaking, canoeing, angling, Shikara riding and water surfing besides ride in houseboats. This place is also ideal for fishing along with water plant harvesting. The lake is popularly kno...
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Author: jackson curry
