Ahmedabad Travel Guide - Explore The Textile City

Ahmedabad is one of the commercial hubs of Gujarat state and the sixth largest city in India. Thousands of people visit this place every day mainly for business purposes rather than for tourist activities. But still there are many places worth visiting here that have historical importance.
The climate of Ahmedabad is very hot especially in summer season. So it is not advisable to visit in summer when the temperature touches 44 degree Celsius. Winter months are the best times to visit Ahmedabad. To get into the city there is an airport located just 15 kilometers from the main city center. There are direct flights to New York, New Jersey, Singapore and gulf countries and also there are daily flights to all major cities of India. So getting into the city by air is an easier option to get into here.
There are direct trains from Ahmedabad railway station to all the major Indian destinations. The NH 8 passes through this city and connects Ahmedabad with Mumbai. On reaching Ahmedabad you can travel by auto, bus, taxi and rickshaw to get around the city. There are many floridly carved historic monuments here together with many fine museums and art galleries.
Some of the places of interest in Ahmedabad are Gandhi Ashram, Sidi Sayed Mosque, Bhadra Fort, Kamala Nehru Zoo, Vastrapur Lake, Kankaria Lake, Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Museum, Veechar Utensil Museum and Auto World Vintage Car Museum. The car museum has the private collection of vintage cars of Shri Pranlal Bhogilal and has more than 100 cars including all the best cars of the world.
Sabarmati Ashram located here once served as the abode of Mahatma Gandhi and was founded in 1915. This is situated near the Sabarmati River and it is from here that Gandhi started his Dandi March in 1930. The three wise monkeys and the teachings of Gandhi are displayed here. Within its premises is situated a handmade paper factory and a spinning wheel factory. The Calico Textile Museum is one of the finest museums of the world and was established in 1949.
Ahmedabad is noted for its textile industry and the tourists to this place would love to purchase some garments. There are many cloth markets here and some of them are situated at Thron Darwaja, Ratan Pole, Manek Chowk and Dhalgarwad. The traditional products are sold at fixed prices in some shops.
Ahmedabad could be said as the paradise of food lovers. There are many restaurants located in every nook and corner of the city and sweet stalls also abound in number. Usually vegetarian thali is served in these hotels because Gujaratis are mostly vegetarians. Gujaratis also love dairy products and sweets and so there are number of ice cream shops located here.
If you are searching for hotels to stay then you can find cheaper hotels in the eastern side of the Sabarmati and cozy hotels in Navrangpura area. There are plenty of budget hotels available in the Relief Road and they offer all basic facilities. To spot the right Ahmedabad hotels and Ahmedabad restaurants, you have to refer to the Ahmedabad travel guide.

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A Brief Travel Guide To New York City

New York City is the most populous city in the United States. It has as many as 800 languages with an estimated 18.9 million people. New York is the 27th most extensive, the 3rd most populous, and the 7th most densely populated of the 50 United States. New York is a state in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Although New York City is the largest city in the country, much of New York is still rural. Albany is its state capital.
New York is composed of five boroughs in which there are hundreds of district neighborhoods, many have their own history which defines their own city. The boroughs are:
Manahattan - the most densely populated where the Central Park is located.
The Bronx - where the Yankee Stadium is located, the home of the New York Yankees They are also famous by their Bronx Zoo, the largest metropolitan zoo in the United States which has over 6,000 animals. The Bornx is the birthplace of rap and hip hop culture.
Brooklyn - known for its cultural, social and ethnic diversity, an independent art scene, distinct neighborhoods and a distinctive architectural heritage
Queens - the largest borough and the most ethnically diverse county in the United States.
Staten Island - the most suburban in character of the five boroughs.
New York City's food ethnicity includes a variety of world cuisines influenced by the city's immigrant history. Eastern European and Italian immigrants have made the city famous for bagels, cheesecake, and New York-style pizza. Chinese restaurants are omnipresent. Some 4,000 mobile food vendors are licensed by the city, many immigrant-owned, have made Middle Eastern foods such as falafels and kebabs standbys of modern New York street food. But hot dogs and pretzels are still the main street fare. The city is also home to many of the finest and most diverse haute cuisine restaurants in the United States. Visit the ski center in Manhattan, Saranac Lake in winter, First Lake and North Creek. Experience its parades, particularly the flamboyant Thanksgiving Day parade and Saint Patrick's Day parades.
The Empire State Building. A trip to the top is on everyone's itinerary. Check out the Empire Room for a journey back in time to the city's golden age, or give the Heartland Brewery and Rotisserie a try for more modern fare.
For a bit of greenery (or a lot in this case) head to Central Park in the heart of Manhattan. While you are there check out the Tavern on the Green in Central Park. Less of a restaurant than a Visitor's Center today, it is still the Tavern on the Green. The same goes for the most soulful of all soul food establishments, Sylvia's Restaurant, or the famous real life soup nazi - Al Yeganeh, the Original Soup Man.
Lets not forget New Yorks most famous of icons (and perhaps the icon of the US), the Statue of Liberty. You can visit the Statue via ferry, or you can get a great view of it on the Staten Island ferry.

 

Varanasi Travel Guide To Visit The Temple City

Varanasi is the holy city of India and is also called Benaras and Kashi. This is a sacred place of Hindus and one of the oldest cities of the world. Millions of pilgrims visit this place every year and they take bath in the River Ganges early in the morning at sunrise and offer their prayers. Bathing in Ganges is believed to wash away all the sins. There are numerous shrines in Varanasi that it is also known as the city of temples and it attracts spiritual lovers from various parts.
Varanasi has a humid subtropical climate and has great variations in summer and winter seasons. The summers are long and hot and so it is better to avoid visiting in summer season. The winters are very cold and the cold waves from the Himalayas make it even colder. The formation of fog will screen the sight in winter making it difficult to travel. The post monsoon season and the early summers are the right time to visit Varanasi.
Though weaving, manufacturing and agriculture are some of the major industries of the area, tourism overtakes them all. Fine silks, wall hangings and lamp shades are made here focusing the tourists coming to this place. Though this is an ancient city, there are many modern buildings and malls and multiplexes built these days.
There are many museums in Varanasi worth visiting such as Jantar Mantar, Archaeological Museum, Bharat Kala Bhavan and Saraswati Bhawan in Ramnagar Fort. Jantar Mantar is an observatory built during the time of Maharaja Jai Singh in 1737, Archaeological museum is located in Sarnath and is the oldest museum of its kind in India and houses the antiquities and has five galleries displaying items from 300 B.C. to 1200 A.D. that were excavated at Sarnath, Bharat Kala Bhawan was established in 1920 has more than 100,000 objects including costumes, paintings, philately and archival materials and personal collections and Saraswati Bhawan houses many books including the precious handwritten manuscript by Tulsidas. There are also more than 100 ghats in Varanasi.
There is a domestic airport in Varanasi called Babatpur Airport that has regular flights to selected destinations of India. Varanasi Junction is one of the important railway stations of North India and connects all major Indian cities. NH 2, NH 56 and NH 7 connect Varanasi with other neighboring cities and reaching Varanasi by road is the easiest option for those who are living around the place.
There are many restaurants that offer different types of foods and those that are closer to the ghats cater to the tastes of the foreign tourists. The Banarasi Khana is available in the main market area and Benaras Aloo Dhum is popular among the locals. The place is also famous for its paan. As home stays are famous here, home cooked foods also have great welcome.
Many good places to stay are located around the ghats. The most famous temples and the main market are located here. Another good place where you can find the best hotels is Sarnath. To find the right Varanasi hotels and Varanasi restaurants take a look at the good Varanasi travel guide.

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Madurai Travel Guide - The Temple City of South India

Madurai is one of the biggest cities of Tamil Nadu and is the second largest municipal corporation in the state. It is one of the ancient cities of India that was inhabited two million years ago. This served as the seat of the Tamil empires namely Nayak dynasty and Pandya dynasty. Madurai served as their capital city and the city is noted for its Meenakshi Amman Temple that depicts the Dravidian style of architecture. As there are many Hindu temples located here, it is one of the important pilgrimage centers in India. So many pilgrims as well as tourists visit Madurai all round the year.
Madurai has a prominent place in the history of South India and it was called by various names as Thoonga Nagaram, Koodal Nagaram and Naanmaadakkoodal. In the time of Pandya Kings Tamil literature flourished here and Tamil scholars and poets were hailed and held in high esteem. All these heritage of Madurai has made it an interesting city to visit. There are many historic places of visit here that attract tourist population.
Madurai Meenakshi Temple with its four immense gopurams in each direction offers a majestic sight. There is a Pottramaraikkulam here that is open to all. The temple has many halls in various names and shrines of Meenakshi, Sundareswarar and other gods and goddesses. Some other holy places near Madurai are Koodal Azhagar Temple, Thiruparankundram, Alagar Temple, etc.
Some of the places of visit in the city are Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Gandhi Museum, Kazimar Big Mosque and Maqbara, Vandiyur Mariamman Theppakkulam and Goripalayam Dargah. Thirumalai Nayak Palace was built in 17th century by the then ruler Thirumalai Nayak who had an important role in the construction of the popular Meenakshi Temple. This palace has two portions namely Swargavilasa and Ranga Vilasa. Every evening the light and sound show depicting the history of Silappathikaram is conducted here both in English and Tamil languages.
There is a high influx of students' community also due to the presence of many high class educational institutions like Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai Medical College, Thiagarajar College of Engineering and Madurai Agricultural College. Obviously they look out for some comfortable places to stay. So there are many luxury as well as budget hotels located in all parts of the city. The exponential growth in the business sector, banking sector and industrial sector has led to the growth of hotel industry side by side.
You can find good hotels in Madurai in and around the temple and near railway station. If you are looking for luxury hotels then you can find some good ones in Alagar Koil Road. The cuisine of Madurai has the true tastes of Tamil people. It has its unique food items like paruthi paal, jigarthanda and panangalkandu paal. The varieties like appam, kuzhi paniyaram and malligaippoo idlis will melt into your mouth. Refer the right Madurai travel guide and choose the good Madurai hotels and Madurai restaurants to make your visit memorable in this temple city.

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Kanpur Travel Guide - Visit The Leather City of North India

Kanpur is the industrial capital of Uttar Pradesh and one of the major industrial hubs of the state. The city is noted for its diverse industries being an important center for textiles, leather, electronics, IT, automobiles and chemicals. The growth of all these industries has improved the infrastructure of the city greatly.
The climate of the city is quite similar to that of New Delhi with hot summers and short winters. The dust storms are common here. It has extremes of climate as the temperature reaches up to 48 degree Celsius in summer and drops as much as 0 degree Celsius in winter. So it is better for the tourists to avoid both extreme winter months and hot summer months.
There is a domestic airport at Kanpur but the service is limited to very few cities of India. Some flights operate from here to Delhi and Kolkata but many travelers use the airport at the neighboring city of Lucknow. But Kanpur has a well developed railway station and it lies on the Kolkata to New Delhi rail link and so many important trains pass through this city. Some of the railway stations in Kanpur are Kanpur Central, Kanpur Anwarganj, Panki, Rawatpur and Govind Puri.
The national highways NH 2, NH 25, NH 91 and NH 86 pass through the city. Jhkarkati bus station is the important bus terminal here. The city buses are run by UPSRTC under JNNURM. The auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws serve the needs of local transportation. The tempos called Vikram and private taxis are also used for transportation within the city.
Some of the places of interest in Kanpur are Gautam Buddha Park, Ganga Barrage, Allen Forest Zoo, Nana Rao Park, Massacre Ghat, Bithoor, Jama Masjid, Indian Institute of Technology, Mickey House, Jungle Water Park and Sports Village. Many migratory birds and residential birds are found in the city. Especially many peacocks and nilgai are seen in the IIT campus. The biggest zoological garden by area in Asia is located in Kanpur. The Kanpur zoo provides natural habitat for animals.
The shopping enthusiasts may checkout the Naveen market, PPN market, mall road, Swaroop Nagar and Tilak Nagar. Kanpur is famous for its leather goods which are available in plenty on Meston Road. For dresses you have to visit Sisamau an Kayasthana Road.
Kanpur could be said as the paradise of chaat lovers that numerous chaat shops are found in every corner of the city that serve pani puri, bhel puri, alu tikki, dahi chat and such items. The Arya Nagar is the popular food junction where you can get any food items from egg rolls to ice creams, burgers to biryanis. If you want to have food in multicuisine Kanpur restaurants, then you have to visit the mall road, Civil Lines and Sarvodaya Nagar.
The hotels in Kanpur are concentrated around Mall Road and G.T. Road. There are many deluxe and economical class hotels at these places. A good Kanpur travel guide could help you to come out with the right choice of Kanpur hotels and Kanpur restaurants.

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Dapitan City Travel Guide

Dapitan, a once sleepy town in Zamboanga Peninsula, is steadily becoming one of the booming travel destinations in the Philippines. Thanks to improvements in the tourism and public transport sectors, Dapitan City has made it to the list of premier tourist hotspots in most Philippine travel guides. The city lures foreign and local holidaymakers with its rich blend of natural and historical attractions. Dapitan, which welcomed around 300,000 tourists last year, is called the Shrine City of the Philippines.
Located some 650 kilometers from Manila, Dapitan served as the exile home of Dr. Jose Rizal from July 17, 1892 to July 31, 1896. It is no wonder, then, that practically all Dapitenos, both young and old, know more about the national hero than the average Filipino. Rizal Shrine is the primary tourist attraction in Dapitan. The 16-hectare estate in Barangay Talisay harbors numerous memorabilia of Rizal and replica of houses that he built for himself, his relatives, and his students. Getting to the Rizal Shrine is relatively cheap and easy. Just hail a tricycle and it will bring you to the historic landmark in about ten minutes. Some of the points of interest in the shrine are Casa Cuadrada, Casitas de Salud, and the Aqueduct.
After taking a trip down memory lane, relax and unwind at the famous Dakak Park Beach Resort. This world-class accommodation in Taguilon is located just 15 minutes from the Rizal Shrine. The privately owned is a favorite among foreign and local visitors like because of its white-sand beach that is perfect for swimming and diving. Various vacation packages are available at Dakak Park Beach Resort, which serves sumptuous meals all day long. Certainly, dining and staying at Dakak won't disappoint.
Dapitan is more than Rizal Shrine and Dakak Beach. It is not an ordinary city. Dapitan has also its share of colorful and exquisite events and festivals. To get a run for your money, travel to Dapitan in July when it celebrates the Kinabayo Festival. It is an exotic and colorful pageant re-enacting the Spanish-Moorish wars. The festival, which runs from July 16 to 25, coincides with the feast of St. James the Greater, the city's patron saint. Another equally entertaining event is the Handuraw Festival which honors the life and works of Rizal. This three-day event is held from December 28 to 30.
Recently, the local tourism sector received a major boost with the opening of the Gloria de Dapitan. This three-hectare commercial complex named after former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo houses a computer-operated bowling alley, a fitness gym, an arcade center, bars, and restaurants. Gloria de Dapitan is also the perfect place to unleash your decibel-breaking screams as it has a theme park with 31 fun rides to choose from.
Dapitan is also a haven for the hungry mouths, particularly seafood lovers. Indulge in a wide variety of dishes made from the freshest marine resources in the city. Aside from the posh hotels and resorts, there are ordinary restaurants offering eat-all-you-can seafood treats. There is so much more to discover in Dapitan. Tourists can also make golden memories by visiting the Cathedral of St. James the Greater, the Sta. Cruz Beach, the Ilihan Hill, and the Relief Map of Mindanao.
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Allan Leandro Merin has been writing for a living since 2008. After leaving a career at a daily electronic newspaper, he joined a web development outsourcing company and linked up with Local Philippines, the most comprehensive online directory of Philippine destinations, events, and attractions.

 

Barcelona, The Global City - Travel Guide

About Barcelona: Barcelona, situated on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea is the second largest city in Spain and the capital of Catalonia. It is a beautiful city, ideal for sunbathing on its beach stretched over 4 kilometres. Although the city has many districts, four are seemingly important to explore. Barceloneta, engulfed with beaches and port, Ciutat Vella known for its heritage, Gracia which remained as a village in the past and Eixample, adorned with famous Gaudi's architecture. The history of this city dates back to 218 BC. The place was inhabitated by Romans, valid proof of which can be found in the basement of Museu D'Historia de la Ciutat. In short, Barcelona is a perfect destination for a city break and a sun holiday.
Attractions in Barcelona: You must never miss the fascinating architecture of Antonio Gaudi in La Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, La Pedrera and Parc Guell which now occupy a place of pride because of their inclusion in World Heritage Sites. Barcelona has lots of museums and ancient buildings to explore. The city's heritage can be best seen at Cathedral of Santa Eulalia and Paca Reial. You can enjoy golden sandy beaches at Port Vell. Tibidabo, the highest point in the city is an ideal place for having an aerial view of the entire city.
Transportation in Barcelona: The city is served by Metro, a bus network, two modern tram networks and several aerial cable cars. Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona (TMB) controls most of the networks in the city and it provides double-decker buses for tourists to admire the beauty of the city. Barcelona is served by Spanish state railway network, RENFE and its intercity train station. All major cities of Spain are interlinked by rail facilities. Barcelona Airport is Spain's second largest airport and is served by Vueling Airlines, Air Europa, Spanair. Most of the airlines serve domestic and European destinations, while some fly to countries of Asia and United States. Seaports of Barcelona include Port well, commercial port and logistics port. Port Vell houses Europe's largest aquarium attracting millions of tourists.
Things to do in Barcelona: Barcelona provides an array of guided tours like Roman route, Modernista route, Contemporary route, Goudi route, Picasso route and much more. International competitions held every year attract thousands of sports lovers from around the world. The city has many memorable sporting venues which are indulged with Barcelona's sporting history. In Barcelona, you will be astounded by the variety of modern retail shops and traditional shops with their splendid collections. Barna Centre is the city's most traditional shopping district and it holds thousands of shops under one roof. Barcelona has also set the benchmark for international music like jazz, pop, rock and Latin rhythms.
Live in Barcelona: Barcelona enjoys Mediterranean type of climate making the visitors stay outdoors most of the time. Year round sunshine and pleasant weather make this city rank the 12th visited place in the world and 4th visited place in Europe. Barcelona provides varieties of hotels to suit anyone's budget and facilities to satisfy most tastes. Two official languages are recognized, Catalan and Spanish but more and more people communicate in English, making it easy to get by.

 

Raipur Travel Guide - Visit The Historic City

Raipur is the capital of the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. It has both historical and archaeological importance. It was ruled by the Satawahana kings until 3rd century AD and then it went into the hands of the Gutpas who dominated till 6th century. The archaeological excavations of the city bring out the glorious past of this place.
Raipur is situated in plains and is referred to as the rice bowl of India. Vast varieties of rice are grown at this place. The River Mahanadi flows through this city making it fertile and has dense forests in the southern part. Raipur has tropical wet and dry climate with moderate temperature all through the year. The summer months of March to June are extremely hot and it is better to avoid those times to make tourist visits. The winters are mild and pleasant making it ideal for tourist activities.
Raipur has Swami Vivekananda Airport which is one of the busiest airports in Central India. The airport is located at a distance of about 15 km from the city center. Since the city is situated on the route from Mumbai to Howrah, many important trains pass through that connecting it with all major Indian cities. There are eight railway stations in the city apart from the major railway station, Raipur Junction. They are WRS Colony Railway Station, Urkura Railway Station, Mandhar Railway Station, Saraswati Railway Station, Sarona Railway Station, Telibandha Terminal and Mana. The national highways NH 6, NH 43, NH 200, NH 217 and NH 12 A connect Raipur with other Indian cities.
Raipur City Bus Limited runs city bus service for intra city travel. The auto rickshaws, tuk tuk and cars and taxis are also used for the transportation within the city. Being the major commercial center of Central India, many business people visit the city and it serves as regional hub for trade and commerce, agriculture being the prominent industry.
Some of the places of interest in Raipur are Mahant Ghasidas Museum, Guru Tegh Museum, Nanadavan, Pukhauti Muktangan Museum, Vivekananda Sarovar, Shaheed Smarak Bhavan, Mahakoshal Kala Parishad, Water World Resort and Nagar Ghadi.
Raipur is a hub for clothes and you can buy the best garments at cheap prices here at Pandri Market. Chhattisgarh mall is another place where you can buy souvenirs. Some of the good restaurants in Raipur are found in Phool Chowk, Sadar Bazaar and Mahaveer Thali Jail Road. Some good hotels are located closer to airport. For finding out the best Raipur hotels and Raipur restaurants go through the right Raipur travel guide.
There are also some attractions around Raipur and if you want to visit them you have to plan a week's visit. Some of them are Chitrakoot Falls, Indravati National Park, Amarkantak, Dongargarh, Kanha National Park, Achanakmar Wildlife Sanctuary and Bhoramdeo Temple. During your stay at Raipur, you can visit the 5D theatres here. It is one of the very few Indian cities having that type of theatre and they are located in Magneto Mall, City Mall 36 and CG City Center. Enjoy your days!