Essential Travel Guide to Diu

Diu, a sleepy little town at the tip of South Gujarat has the perfect Laidback vibes. Diu is a tiny island separated from the mainland Gujarat by a creek. Once governed by Portuguese, the Indian Military seized Diu in 1961. However, the Portugal influence is evident in its architecture, culture and heritage. Ironically, Diu forms a Union Territory with Daman, but it is about 600 kms away from the latter. This small fishing town is known for its fortress, a cathedral and also scenic beaches. It deserves to be on your travel list and here’s an Essential Travel Guide to Diu to help you plan it out.

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Great Rann of Kutch – The White Salt Desert

Great Rann of Kutch - White salt desert - Rann Utsav

Very few places are as mesmerizing as this vast expanse of white salt desert. Located mainly in the state of Gurajat in India it also extends to the Sindh province in Pakistan. The seasonal salt marsh covers an area of 10,000 sq miles and is one of the biggest salt marshes in the world. Now imagine Great Rann of Kutch – The White Salt Desert, shimmering in the moonlight and speckled with a plethora of bright colors that’s what it looks like. This three month extravaganza is organised by the Gujarat Tourism and gives a colorful insight into the life and culture of the Kutch community.

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Complete Travel Guide to Lakshadweep Islands

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If pristine beaches, white sand and clear azure waters are your idea of paradise then paradise is right here in Lakshadweep. Located in the south western coast of India, Lakshadweep literally means “one hundred thousand islands”. Blue lagoons, brimming sea life, colorful corals and clean beaches give the perfect Laidback vibes. The beauty of these islands is unparalleled and you keep imagining how come there are so few travellers here? The serenity and lack of commercialization is the essence of its beauty and we hope it stays that way. The lack of information about travelling to these islands is again a deterrent so here is a Complete Travel Guide to Lakshadweep Islands to help you plan a tour here.

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Top 10 Things to do in Himachal with Kids

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Summer holidays is family travel time. This is the time of the year when the mountains of North India come calling and Himachal Pradesh is a clear favourite. Lush green landscape against the backdrop of snow capped Himalayas, Himachal is a paradise. There are very few places that can amuse a toddler, a teenager and a septuagenarian alike. Himachal is one such destination where there is something for all age groups. To help you plan your holiday here is a list of Top 10 Things to do in Himachal with Kids.

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10 Best Family Destinations for Summer Vacation in India

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Summer is just around the corner. Along with the heat it also brings holidays with it. So what is better than creating some family memories together? Taking a holiday together is the best way to do so. This is the time to introduce your family to the wonders of travel. So start your travel planning and to help you zero on a place here is a post on the 10 Best Family Destinations for Summer Vacation.

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Top 10 Places to Visit in Pune with Kids

Shaniwar Wada Top 10 Places to Visit in Pune with Kids

Known as the Oxford of the East, the vibrant city of Pune has its own charm. A booming IT and manufacturing hub with huge amount student population is like an emerging metropolitan but still has its small city tag attached to it. It is a perfect blend of modern with a huge sprinkling of culture to it. Having spend most of my life here, I love this city. This is the reason I want my little one to fall in love with Pune too. What better way than to show her the places that Pune is famous for. So here is a list of the Top 10 Places to Visit in Pune with Kids.

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Why You Shouldn’t Overlook Madhya Pradesh as a Tourist Destination

Gwalior Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh situated right at the center of India is bearably the most underrated tourist destination in India. It still remains unexplored in-spite of the numerous palaces, forts, temples and wildlife destinations it offers. The options are never ending in Madhya Pradesh. Be it Adventure, Wildlife, Cultural or Spiritual there is something for everyone here. To know why you shouldn’t overlook Madhya Pradesh as a tourist destination check out the below mentioned places.

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Jhansi Fort and the Legend of Jhansi ki Rani

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Like most of the kids these days my almost 7-year-old Dotty, is obsessed with stories about damsels in distress being rescued by courageous men. So on our Delhi to Kanha Road trip we stopped over at Jhansi to give her a first hand account of how courageous and brave Jhansi ki Rani was. Jhansi Fort – A Testament of Courage and Honor stands tall even today depicting the saga of how a true queen can stand and fight for the honor of her Kingdom.

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The Khajuraho Temple Guide

Kandaria Mahadeva Temple Western Group of Temples Khajuraho

Situated in Chattarpur District, Khajuraho is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is famous for its Nagara Style Architecture and erotic sculptures. Over a period of many centuries, the present day Khajuraho has been known by many names such as “Khajur Vatika”, “Kajarra” and “The Land of the Gods”. Out of 85 temples that were built over the period, only 25 have survived the test of time.

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