The Garden City- Bangalore

The Garden City-Bangalore is the capital of the state of Karnataka, which is located in southern India, and it is the seventh largest city in India. This wonderful metropolis of south India abounds with numerous gardens and parks that are well maintained and is much responsible for the overall healthy ecological balance in the city. Now a burgeoning hub of IT industry, it is also referred to as the Silicon Valley of India.

Experience the best of south India in your vacations in Bangalore since it offers to its visitors every remedy for their every travel related matter. Whether it is history, culture, sightseeing or nightlife; Bangalore is a treasure trove for all that you crave for during your vacations.



Bangalore is also a superb getaway for the food freaks since it offers a host of excellent and well-prepared epicurean delights that are tongue tickling and guarantee utmost taste to the palates. Your travel to Bangalore will become etched in your memories forever owing to its outstanding appeal and for its welcoming people.

The hotels range from luxury to economy types and are sure to suit your budget. Bangalore has some of the best boutique and heritage hotels in the country. With chains like mariot, Le Meridien, Royal Orchid, Park and more you cant expect anything but the very best.

Your trip to Bangalore remains incomplete without shopping since shopping is an indispensable part of any tour and Bangalore is a paradise for the shop freaks. From branded clothing accessories to finest of electronic and jewelry items, you can get all that you want in this city. M.G Road, Brigade Road and Commercial Street are the most prefer shopping destinations here.

Kodagu

Kodagu a district of Karnataka State in southern India is also known by the name of Coorg. Kodagu's capital is Madikeri. Kodagu is situated on the eastern slopes of the Western Ghats.


Kodagu is rich in wildlife and has three wildlife sanctuaries-Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, Talakaveri Wildlife Sanctuary and Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary and one national park- Nagarahole or Rajiv Gandhi National Park.
The flora of the forest consists of Michelia champaca (Champak), Mesua (Ironwood), Diospyros (Ebony and other species), Toona ciliata (Indian mahogany), Chukrasia tabularis, Calophyllum angustifolium (Poon spar), Canarium strictum (Black Dammar), Artocarpus, Dipterocarpus, Garcinia, Euonymus, Cinnamomum, Myristica, Vaccinium, Myrtaceae, Melastomataceae, Rubus (three species), and a rose. Cardamom, Areca, plantains, canes, wild Black pepper, tree and other ferns, and arums are also found here.
In the west of Kodagu the most common trees are the Dalbergia Latifolia (Black wood), Pterocarpus Marsupium (Kino tree), Terminalia Tomentosa (Matthi), Lagerstroemia Parviflora (Benteak), Anogeissus Latifolia (Dindul), Bassia Latifolia, Butea Monosperma, Nauclea Parvifiora, and several species of acacia. In the eastern part of Kodagu Teak and Sandalwood are also grown.
The Asian Elephant, Tiger, Leopard, Dhole, Gaur, Boar, and several species of Deer comes under the fauna of Kodagu.
The major places for tourists attractions are-
Talakaveri is the place from where the River Kaveri originated.
Nisargadhama- Formed by the river Kaveri, Nisargadhama is an island and picnic spot near Kushalanagara.


Iruppu Falls- The Lakshmana Tirtha River flows nearby Iruppa falls which is considered as a sacred spot in south Kodagu in the Brahmagiri hill range.
Abbey Falls- Is a scenic waterfall 5 km from Madikeri.
Dubare- Mainly an elephant-capturing and training camp of the Forest Department at the edge of Dubare forest; on the bank of the river Kaveri along the Kushalanagara - Siddapur road.
Dargah Sharief of Yemmemadu- Dargah Sharief, the Holy Tomb, of Yemmemadu is one of the most sacred shrines for Muslims in Kodagu district.
Mandal Patti is 28 km from Madikeri.
How to reach Kodagu-

There is a good road connections to the east and west. The nearest railway stations are Mysuru and Hassan to reach at Kodagu. If you want to come here by air than the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport which is around 180 km away.
So plan your holiday and see nature closely at Kodagu.........

Horsley Hill Station

Horsley Hills in Andhra Pradesh rich in it's flora and fauna have been a popular destination for the sun-scorched souls since years. The Chenchu tribes largely inhabit the Horsley Hills.




Major tourist attraction at this hill station are the Sampangi flowers that spread their fragrance, all around the shady slopes of the Horsley Hills. In the forest area of this hill statiob the visitors may find a wide variety of flowers ranging from Reeta, Shikakai, Amla, Beedi leaves, Bay leaves, Sandalwood, Red sanders, Blue gum, Mahogany to Bamboo. You may even spot animals here namely Bears, Wild Dogs, Jungle Fowl, Sambars and Panthers.

The major tourist attraction is the Eucalyptus tree namely Kalyani that is 150-year-old. Other than thsi Horsley Hills are also enriched with Jacaranda, Allamanda, Gulmohar trees. Than comes next attraction of the hill station, the Mallamma temple that is worth visiting.




As it remains cool throughout the year you may plan out your holiday any time of the year. The Sanctuary here is rich in flora too and boasts of Albizia Amara, Ficus Religiosa, Ficus Tomentosa, Ficus Bengalensis and Bamboo, Santalum Album et al. The Kaundinya Wild life Sanctuary is at a distance of 87 km away is worth visiting.

The airports at Tirupati and Bangalore cater to the air travel to Horsley Hills. The railhead at Madanapalle Road is the nearest to the Horsley Hills. Buses of Andhra Pradesh and taxis takes you to the hill resort of Horsley Hills. Need not to worry, accommodation is easily available in Horsley Hills.

So experience the magic of the place and have fun!!!!!

Tamil Nadu

The beautiful and rich in culture Tamil Nadu is bounded on the east by Bay of Bengal, in the south by the Indian ocean, in the west by the states of Kerala and Karnataka and in the North by Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.



Tamil Nadu is one of the 28 states of India. Its capital and largest city is Chennai. The temple architecture of Tamil Nadu is one example for this pure form. Still today Tamil Nadu is the known for the symbols of South Indian Culture and Tradition like dance, music, literature, modern cinema, folk theatre, and other performing arts.

The tours to Tamil Nadu have been planned to explore Tamil Nadu in a unique and different manner. Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation opens it's wings for the tourists who visit Tamil Nadu. Economic Hotels, well within your budget ,with the best facilities in town.

Hence, Tamil Nadu is all set to cast it's magical spell on you as you enter the Southern Zone. So, enjoy a special vacation adorned with the best Tour Packages available to explore Tamil Nadu.

Bangalore-A perfect holiday destination

Bangalore the fifth largest city in India is the capital of the southern Indian state of Karnataka. Bangalore now also called as Bangaluru is also known as the Garden City because of its many beautiful gardens and parks.




Today the city is more famous as a large and growing metropolis, the main economic hub. Bangalore usually enjoys moderate climate throughout the year. Roadside vendors, tea stalls, and South Indian, North Indian, Chinese and Western fast food are all very popular in the city.

Major picnic spots of the city are Mekedatu, 98 km south of Bangalore, and Muthyalamaduvu, 40 km from Bangalore. You can visit the city any time of the year and enjoy the salubrious climate. But the best time to visit is between September and March.