Rajamundry was founded in 11th century by Raja Raja Narendra. The city is the cultural capital of Andhra Pradesh and situated on the east coast of Godavari river. In 1449, Rajahmundry was captured by Kapileshvara, an oriya ruler. It was captured by British in 1757. It is a major transportation hub and is a centre of rice, salt and lumber. Here are the places to visit in Rajamundry. Papi Hills: One of the most delightful experience in Rajamundry is the picturesque Papi hills. The breath taking destination is nestled with lush greenary, hills, river and waterfall. The beautiful hills  mounded…

Chittoor is a district in Andhra Pradesh. The Chittoor is a Tamil word and it means small town. The town is famous for ancient Venkateshwara temple, a zoological park and waterfalls. The town is situated in the bank of Ponnai river and was reigned by Mauryas, Satavahanas, Pandyas, Pallavas or Chalukyas. It has a strong political history and below are the places to visit in Chittoor. Horsley hill Horsley hill is one of the finest leisure travelling hill station in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. The name “Horsley” is derived due to the resemblance of the hill with the mouh of horse.…

Srikalahasti is a town in Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh. The Srikalahasti temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and it was constructed in the year 1516 by Krishnadevaraya- the ruler of Vijaynagar kingdom. The place allured the visitor with its shrine and pristine beauty. Below are the places to visit in Srikalahasti. Srikalahasti temple Srikalahasti is one of the anicient temple presided by Lord Shiva. As per mythology, the temple is named after the staunch devotes of Shiva- the elephant, spider and a snake. The elephant or hasti used to bathe Shiva by carrying water from river through its trunk. The…

Known as the “queen of the beaches”, the Calangute beach in Goa is crowned with miraculous views and briny sea breeze in the womb of mighty nature. From the time of hippies, the beach is always known for the spectacular sunset and sunrise that leaves the tourists awestruck.The early morning of the beach is a nature retreat filled with breathtaking views, mesmerizing sunrise , refreshing morning breeze, hippies playing guitar and tourists performing marshal arts. Ranked as one of the best ten bathing beach in the world, the beach remains crowded. Once you enter the beach on a sunny day, the…

 Overlooking the beautiful city of Jaisalmer, the massive “Jaisalmer fort” is a history in itself defining the  bravery of the royal rulers and  the artistic legacy of fine craftsmanship of ancient India. The beautiful monument stands tall and lively on the pristine sands of the colossal Thar desert overcoming all the defeats of the brutal rulers like Alauddin Khilji of ancient India. The massive fort always entertains the history buffs with its intricate architecture and the spellbound beauty of the palace never ceases to attract tourists from all over the world. Once the steep cobbled honeycombed pathways with twists and…

Bangalore is known for its techie industry, wide roads, strings of flyovers and skyscrapers. The city is full of life with rich cultural heritage, overwhelming nightlife, best restaurants, great events. But sometimes we need to be away from the city life and head to the countryside that always mesmerize a tired soul with fresh air and refreshing views. Here are my top pick for weekend destination in Bangalore: 1. CHIKMAGALUR Chikmagalur is an amazing hill station that is excellent for trekking, fresh air and perfect views. Located in  the foot of Mulayangiri hills, Chikmagalur is a comfy destination during summer.…

Kushinagar is a famous piligrimage site for Buddhism in Uttar pradesh. It is a sacred place where Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana. According to history, it was under Kosala kingdom and was built by King Kush, son of Rama. Here are places to visit in Kushinagar. Mahaparinirvana Temple Mahaparinirvana temple is one of the holy place for Buddhists and Hindus and a must visit. The temple is situated in the center with sprawling gardens on either side of the temple. The six feet monolithic Buddha carved with single chunar red sandstone in a reclined position is the main attraction of the temple.  The Buddha…

Puttaparthi is a city in Andhra Pradesh. The city is known for its Satyabhama temple, the only temple dedicated to the lover of Krishna. It is surrounded by rocky hills along the border of Karnataka. Here are the places to visit in Puttaparthi. Sai Kulwant Hall The Sai Kulwant hall is a two-storeyed sanctum known for its religious tolerance. The balcony  door  displays symbol of various faith and religion. The ground floor also has a prayer hall. Chaitanya Jyoti Museum Chaitanya Jyoti Museum was constructed in the year 2000. The museum displays the life and mission of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai…

Gorakhpur is the city of magnificent temples and monuments. It is located along the bank of the rapti river. Gorakhpur was the kingdom of Koshal. The city is associated with Lord Buddha and also with Lord Mahaveer. The chaat, Kanji Bada, gol gappe, raj Kachori, bhel puri, etc. are the street foods that one can surely enjoy on his voyage to Gorakhpur. Here are the few places to visit in Gorakhpur. Goraknath temple: The Goraknath temple is a major holy sightseeing place in the city of Gorakhpur. Located in the heart of the city, Goraknath temple is named after the great…

Mathura is one of the oldest city in India. It is the birth place of Lord Krishna. Mathura is also known for its old culture and tradition. There are 25 ghats in Mathura on the bank of Yamuna river and the Vishram ghat is the holiest. In 1st century, Mathura was under the Kushana dynasty and in 2nd century it flourished under Buddhist and Jains. There is also a famous art school in Mathura known as Mathura school of arts which flourished under Kushana dynasty. The special delicacy of Mathura includes Mathura peda, Makhan Mishri. The Makhan mishri is also…