The dense forests, hills, and mountains of Sikkim are home to various animal species from musk deer and red panda to bharal or blue sheep, the Himalayan black bear, and the exclusive snow leopard. Due to encroachments, and climate change, many of these are endangered and threatened. The lowland forests of Sikkim are home to …
Kaziranga National Park – Assam Kaziranga, the first National Park of Assam was declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1985. The park is spread over 430 sq. kms. of lush, dense forest area on the southern banks of Brahmaputra and is the famous home of the great Indian One Horned Rhinoceros, which …
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is the first wildlife sanctuary in Kerala and it’s purposefully established on both the Indian and foreigner tourist trails and known for its scenic lake cruise. But if you dig deeper, perhaps on a trek with a tribal villager or an ex-poacher, Periyar’s hilly jungle scenery takes on a wild, magical feel. …
A national park contains much more than just its wild animals. The delicate balance of nature means that plants and animals should rely on each other in order to survive in this world. Disrupting the balance can have wide-reaching effects. Often an animal species become rare because it has been hunted by humans, or because …
The tales from the bygone time greatly influence the contemporary era, and thus, Haridwar is often seen imbibing the spiritual feel. Believed to be amongst the four places where drops of Amrit (Elixir) fell, Haridwar is relied upon for cleansing of sins and attainment of salvation, and thus, is an important Hindu pilgrimage destination in …
Rishikesh is a tehsil located in Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal region right on the banks of the holiest of Indian rivers, the Ganges. This ancient city has several mythological and religious legends associated with Lord Vishnu, Lord Bharat, and various prominent sages and is said to have been established in the 9th-century AD by Adi Shankaracharya. …
The Mahaparinirvan Express is a Buddhist Pilgrim Train that takes you across all the major Buddhist destinations in India and Nepal. The newest initiative of the IRCTC (Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation) is a pan-India, 8-day journey to all those destinations which are considered to be the holiest Buddhist sites. Inaugurated in 2007, it …
Get aboard this royal train that takes you through Rajasthan, the land of the Rajputs, known for its majestic palaces, varied landscape, and rich heritage. The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels recreates the charm of the bygone era of the Kings to live and cherish forever. This incredible journey of Rajasthan begins in Delhi. Explore the …
The Golden Chariot is a luxury tourist train that connects the important tourist spots in the Indian states of Karnataka, Goa, Kerala & Tamil Nadu, and Pondicherry, depending on the selected destinations’ itinerary. It is named after the Stone Chariot in the Vitthala Temple at Hampi. The 19 coaches on the train are colored purple …
Since the advent of railways in India, train journeys have been synonymous with enigma and allure. It was common practice for the British aristocracy and Indian Royalty to travel in the luxury of their private luxury trains. This legacy of princely sojourns across the wilderness, mountains, and deserts of India is now continued by the …