Year: 2017

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Adventure Himalayas Treks

Detailed Itinerary for the Beginners’ Nagtibba Trek

About Trek:

Nagtibba is one of the beginner’s trek. In case you are near Delhi, and looking for some camping experience and trekking for the first time, Nagtibba is for you. We #ghoomophirosisters were completely thrilled and mesmerized by the beauty and closeness to the nature of the place. The best part of this trek is, it can be covered over a weekend.

About Nag Tibba:

Nag Tibba, also called as “Serpent’s Peak”. It is the highest peak in the lower range of Himalayas. It is located in the Tehri district of Uttarakhand state. It is situated at an altitude of 3022 metres (9915 feet). From Nag Tibba Top you can see the magnificent view of Bandarpunch Peak, the Gangotri group of peaks, Kedarnath peak in the north, Doon valley and the peaks of China bang.

How to reach

There are mainly two routes to trek to Nag Tibba. One is Panthwari route and the other one is Devalsari route. Panthwari is the short one and Devalsari is the long one. But the route from Panthwari is more steep and difficult than the Devalsari route, and we chose Panthwari. Usually, it is your trek guide who will decide your route.

Trek Features:

Total Trek Distance: From Panthwari: 17 km (up to Nag Tibba Base and down) & 3 km further more (Nag Tibba Top).
From Devalsari: 28 km (up to Nag Tibba Base and down) & 3 km further more (Nag Tibba Top).
Maximum Elevation: 2900 Metres (Nag Tibba Base) & 3022 Metres (Nag Tibba Top).

Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Departure from Delhi. Took overnight bus to Dehradun

Boarded the bus from Delhi to reach Dehradun the next morning. A drive down the road takes approximately 8-10 hours.

Day 2: Dehradun to Pantwari village and starts trek to Nag Tibba Temple (4-5 hrs drive)

Our trek guide picked up from Dehradun bus stand and we started for Pantwari village via Mussoorie, Kampty Fall. Did overnight camping at Nagtibba temple.

Day 3: Nag Tibba Temple to Nag Tibba top and return down to Pantwari Village (4 hrs trek) and drive to Dehradun (5-6 hrs drive)

Early morning after breakfast, we started for trek to Nag Tibba Top (3084m), from where it was breathtaking view of  Swargrohini, Bandarpoonch, Gangotri ranges etc. We had lunch at the peak,and the feeling was breathtaking. Post  lunch we descended to Pantwari village and then drove back to Dehradun. Took the bus back to Delhi.

If you are a first time trekker, few Do’s & Don’ts:

  1. Carry sufficient water.
  2. Carry small sling bag and do not make your bag heavy.
  3. Carry sufficient food and the food which gives you energy like juices, fruits, dry fruits, chocolates, etc.
  4. Don’t go fast. Maintain your pace according to your stamina and stick to it.
  5. Carry a good pair of shoes.
  6. Carry personal utilities like sunscreen, small towel, lip balm, sanitizer etc.
  7. Carry a raincoat because on mountains you never know what’s gonna happen.
  8. No network is available at the top, though at some places, airtel and idea can be found.

So what are you waiting for, pack your bags for this weekend to Nagtibba.

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Himalayas North India Treks

The beautiful Scenic Hamlet in Himalayas!! The Chopta Valley

The beautiful valley of Chopta lies in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, situated at the distance of 450 Km from New Delhi. Resting in the lap of the Himalayas, the valley is commonly known as the mini Switzerland due to its magical snow covered mountains. It is the starting point for the travelers going to Tungnath and Chandrashila. The tranquil eye luring beauty is worth seeing, it is the perfect destination for those exploring heaven on earth.

Below are some important details for travelers.

State: Uttarakhand, India

District: RudraPrayag

Distance from New Delhi: 450 Km

Route: Chopta is located 450 Km from New Delhi. The one traveling to Chopta valley should start their journey from New Delhi.

Bus: People traveling from Bus should board from Kashmiri gate ISBT, New Delhi for Rishikesh or Haridwar. After reaching Rishikesh, they should relax in the hotel or Dharamshala and enjoy the mesmerizing view of Rishikesh. The Next day they can start their journey for Chopta either by bus or private accommodation to Rudraprayag. For those who are traveling on public transport need to board another bus going to Chopta via Chopta Pokhari Road.

Train: Those who are traveling via train can board any train going either Rishikesh or Haridwar. After reaching the destination, you can either choose to hold there for some time or continue your journey via bus or private car to Rudraprayag. It takes 4hrs 8 min to reach there via NH7. Chopta is 23Km Ahead  to Rudraprayag, which can be covered within an hour via Chopta Pokhari Road.

Air: Nearest Airport is Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

Sightseeing in Chopta Valley

The small town of Chopta lies in the Greater Himalayas surrounded by snow covered mountain peaks and thick dense forests. Chopta Valley is home to lush greenery and rare species of animals and birds which make which make the place an interesting one. If you are looking for Heaven on Earth, do plan a trip to Chopta Valley and experience the Heaven.

Tungnath Temple:

There are five shrines of Shiva, which are generally known as “ Panch Kedar”. The Tungnath temple is the highest among all situated at the height of 3860 meters. It is the divine pilgrimage of the Hindu religion and the most significant among Panch Kedars.  Every year thousand of devotees pay a visit to Tung Nath Yatra. The stiff rocky trek of 3.5 kms joining the Chopta and Tungnath is exhausting and tiring.

Deori Tal:

The beautiful lake “Deori Tal” is pleasing to the eyes. It is located on the Ukhimath-Gopeshwar road, which can be reached via a 2km stiff track from Chopta. The mesmerizing and magical view of Deori- Tal is a wholesome experience in itself. It is one of the  best tourist attraction of Chopta.

Ukhimath:

It is one of the most popular pilgrimages of Hindu and devotees of Shiva. It is strongly believed that Ukhimath is the residence of Lord Shiva during Winters, as Kedarnath is covered with heavy snow, the lord is temporarily shifted to Ukhimath.

Magnificent view of Chandrashila:

The Chandrashila is the highest point of the peak near Tungnath. It is located at the height of 4000 meters and 1.5 Kms further from  the Tungnath. It offers the eye luring view of great Himalayas all around. The picturesque landscape is worth viewing.

Besides historical and religious importance, Chopta Valley in Uttarakhand is a famous place among the trekkers. People of several faiths flock in large numbers on a holiday to Chopta Valley.

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Central India wildlife

Pench Tiger Reserve !! Experience in Mowgli Land

Madhya Pradesh is one state, which is endowed by inexplicable beautiful forests and thankfully government is working towards preserving this beautiful flora and fauna by maintaining National Parks. Pench Tiger Reserve is one such initiative that extends the borders of Maharastra.  Pench Tiger Reserve is spread over Seoni and Chhindwara districts of Madhya Pradesh and Nagpur district of Maharashtra. Not to miss, this is the original Mowgli Land, as Rudyard Kipling Jungle Book found its inspiration from the place.

Pench Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh comprises of core area of 411.33 sq. km. with buffer zone of 768.30 sq. km. Total protected area is 1179.63 sq. km. Core area also includes Mowgli Pench Wildlife Sanctuary. (118.30 sq. km.)

How to reach Pench

Rail: Board the train till Chhindwara or Jabalpur. From there you can hire a cab till Pench, which is an approximate distance of 190km from Chhindwara and Jabalpur. Another option is to board the train till Nagpur and hire a taxi ahead.

Air: Nagpur is the nearest airport connected to all metros by regular flights. It’s approximately 145 km from Pench that can be covered in a three/four-hour drive.

Road: Pench Tiger Reserve is located on the Nagpur-Jabalpur Highway. You can go by road from Jabalpur or Nagpur and reach Pench in three to four hours. Another option is to go via Bhopal which is approximately 500 km from Pench or Kanha. Nearest bus stand to Pench is Khawasa or Seoni and hourly buses are available from Nagpur.

Best Season to Visit Pench

Park remained opened for visitors from October till June, but post monsoon i.e around August to October, you may witness the myriads colors of nature, as the park is plush green and looks phenomenally beautiful. However, for tiger sightings, May-June is better, as this wild cats usually come out of their dens to the water holes to drink water.

Where to stay

Though you will find several budgets to luxurious hotels near Turia gate, but our recommendation would be to stay at Pench Tree Lodge, operated by Pugdundee Safaris. Starting from staff to the logistics, place is just perfect!!

Wildlife Safari

You may book your safaris from mponline.gov.in or can ask your hotel people to get this done for. Most of the resorts can help you in booking. There are usually two jungle safaris. The morning safari starts at 6 AM till 11 AM while evening starts at 2:30 PM. There are three gates. We went through Karmajhiri gate.

Like all the other parks of M.P., Pench too allows a total number of eight people in a jeep, out of which six are tourists and the other two are the guide and the driver. But you can also book solo jeep for yourself by paying extra.

Flora and Fauna

With a learned naturalist, you can actually explore the national park from depth as they are aware of who’s who of the parks. Pench National Park is endowed with rich flora and fauna. Myriads of birds such as Grey-headed Fishing Eagle, White-eyed Buzzard, Malabar Pied Hornbill, Osprey, Black-Hooded Oriole, Sirkeer Malkoha, Grey Nightjar, Indian Scimitar Babbler, Scaly-Breasted Munia, Jungle Owlet, Common Hawk Cuckoo, Brown Fish Owl, Short Toed Snake Eagle, Yellow Footed Green Pigeon, Racket Tailed Drongo, Crested Treeswift, Jungle Babbler, varieties of Parakeet.. In addition to these, you can spot migratory birds are Indian Pitta, Red Throated Fly Catcher, Orange Headed Ground Thrush, Jacobin Cuckoo, Grey Headed Canary Fly Catcher.

Animals such as the Tiger, Leopards, Common Giant Flying Squirrel, Dhole, Gaur, Barking Deer, Monitor Lizard, Indian Rock Python, Rusty-spotted Cat, Jungle Cat, Small Indian Civet, Asian Palm Civet, Ruddy Mongoose, Porcupine, Bengal Fox, Indian Jackal, Sambhar Deer, Striped Hyena, Sloth Bear can be spotted.

Travel Tips

  • Jungle Safaris bookings should be done in advance, as seats are limited.
  • It is mandatory to carry ID cards for safaris. The ID needs to be the same as the one with which you booked your safari.
  • Carry binoculars to spot the birds and animals in the park.
  • Wear comfortable clothing. Do not miss to put sunscreen, as it gets really hot during Safari time.
  • Carry proper woolens in winters and an effective sunscreen in summers.
  • Only Idea and BSNL works at Pench, so pl communicate accordingly to your near and dear ones.
  • Try to be silent and not to over react as you spot anything, as it disturb their peace and they run away

Last but not least, do not get disheartened if you could not spot a wildcat, as these parks are much beyond wild cat chase. Instead, these jungle safaris are more about getting closer to nature, learning about wildlife habitat.

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Central India Corporate Outings wildlife

Photo Blog : Pench Tiger Reserve

Wondering what this dense Pench Tiger Reserve consists of!! Explore it through the lens of  #ghoomophirosisters in this photo-blog. These beautiful National Parks are not just to spot the big cat, there is much more in them beyond the royal tigers..and this is exactly what we have tried to capture!! We were accompanied by talented naturalist Sagar, Pugdundee Safaris  who enhanced our knowledge about wildlife and share lot of smallest facts around them.

Karmajhiri entry gate. This is the place from where you get passes for the entry to the park. A government guide also accompanies you. There are three gates and Turia is the most congested one, as most if the resorts and hotels are situated there. Only 6-7 jeeps you will find at Karmajhiri.

Inside Jungle, milestones to guide the way through.

Waterholes; You can find several waterholes in the jungles. These are happy spots for both naturalists and animals. Former wait for the later to come to drink water.

As #ghoomophirosisters took a small break for breakfast inside the jungle.

Trying hands to drive through the jungles

Lucky to find the pack of 7 wild dogs, which are rare..Guess they were partying;)

Night jar on the road!! Look at the way, it has camoflagued himself..

Langurs are something, you would definitely find in abundance in Pench

Ahh!! this was sweet one; Peacock running after peahen to woo her:-)

Deers!! Ah, you definitely can expect them in great numbers to maintaing the nature balance.

So what are you waiting for, we are sure pictures would have motivated you to pack your bags and get your bookings done.

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Central India Culture

Cycling through the beautiful Sarrahiri Village

Early this year in March,  we #ghoomophirosisters were lucky to visit a small village in Madhya Pradesh called Sarrahiri. Thanks to Pugdundee Safaris to conduct this amazing walk for us. We happened to stay at Pench Tree Lodge, from where as part of their day activity went for a quick cycle ride to this neighborhood village. We started quite early in the morning and were overwhelmed with the open area on our both sides. As we proceeded, we saw villagers involved in their day to today activities. They were quite shy, but happy to interact and let us know more about their culture. The following photo blog is a short glimpse of what we could capture from our camera about the place.

It was just a km away from Pench Tree Lodge.

#ghoomophirosisters rode a cycle to the village early morning!!

By the road-side!!

Typical mornings in the village..Low slanting roofs and all huts are in blue-white colors.

Villagers busy in their day to day stuff.

Religious tree. It is assumed “Kuldevi of village” resides here.

Women working in Wheat fields.

Scare Crow Inside the fields!!

Another Temple at the end of the village!!

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Architectural Corporate Outings North-West India Western Ghats Western India

Urban legends of Pavagadh Hill

Such a historical hill that lives up to its name of “Fire Hill” as it ignites a fire within your skin. Sudden plans to visit the hill were made and we reached Champaner by bus. It was a 45-kilometer long ride from Vadodara but with good music to keep us company, the time went by before any of us noticed.

This hill has great significance as most Hindus know the story of how Parvati’s foot fell on this hill making it sacred. The Kalika temple on top of the hill has been visited by devotees since ages. Reaching the temple is no hard task. Public buses take you until the end of the road from where we started hiking up. Midway, when none of us could walk more, we took the cable ropeway which took us straight to the top. The sights from above the hill were just as majestic as the temple itself. We got to know from the locals nearby that every once in a while a fair is held at the temple and thousands of devotees come there. The pilgrim site was, fortunately, less crowded by the time we visited. The temple is open even at odd hours to accommodate people who have come from far for pilgrimage. We saw the temple and had darshan of Goddess Kali. There was also a Muslim shrine to a Sufi saint Sadan Shah Pir there.

We stayed at the Machi Haveli for the night after visiting the temple and some remains of Raval palace are still there even though it has been modified into a guest house for travellers. The next day we went out to explore the hill. The hill has different plateaus, the Kalika Mata plateau and Machi plateau which we had already seen and adored. Then there were also Mauliya Plateau, Bhadrakali Plateau, and Atak plateau.

We saw Teliya Talav and Dudiya Talav. The story behind the Dudiya Talav is that sage Vishwamitra had a cow that would speak and yield lots of milk. This cow was called Kamdhenu and one day it fell into the valley while grazing. It tried to get back up but couldn’t. Finally, she produced so much milk that it filled the valley and she swam to top. The sage prayed to the gods so that no cow would ever fall into the valley again and gods made a hill appear there. Well, it is just an urban legend.

We moved on to our next stop where we saw some beautifully constructed Jain temples carved from white stone which gave it a marvellous architectural charm. It was unbelievable to think that those temples dated back to the 14th-15th century. There were beautiful stone images inside of Tirthankaras. Within its vicinity, there is also a tall statue of God Bahubali which is almost 30ft in height. The entire place is splendid in its beauty and holy in ambience. There was also a Jain restaurant, gardens and Dharamshala nearby. We stopped there for some food and it turned out delicious. After wandering around the premises for some more time, we started clicking pictures and finding other places to see around there.

During our journey back home, we stopped at the foot of Pavagadh to visit ‘Vada Talabh’ and Kabootar khaana and then finally relaxed at a beautiful garden called ‘Virasat Van’. It was a serene atmosphere and the sights were beautiful. This experience gave us unforgettable memories of our trip to Pavgadh. Even now we have those visions behind our eyes and can feel the cool breeze upon my skin.

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Culture Historical North India

Ropar- A Historical Treasure

Lately, Punjab has been working on its tourism and the small town of Ropar (Rupnagar) which was previously unheard of is now a good place for history explorers and nature lovers to spend their time. We reached Ropar by bus from Delhi and it took approximately 6 hours. While we expected Ropar to be a rural slum with no facilities or good hotels whatsoever, the small town surprised us with its unexpectedly good hospitality. We stayed at Hotel City Heart and the facilities were well.

Recent excavations show that the Harappan and Mohenjo-Daro civilization lived prosperously in Ropar and there was also an inscription by Shah Jahan that was discovered in this wetland. So to satisfy our curious mind, we started the history trail at Archaeological museum of Ropar. All the extracted artifacts are displayed there in the form of pottery items, beads, jewelry, toys and Terracotta figurines. It is known that this area belonged to the Indus Valley civilization and the river Sutlej was used in their river system. But this takes you to the history of mankind, if you wish to know more about the history about Sikhism, then this next place we visited is for you.

Virasat-E-Khalsa and Anandpur Sahib were locations that mixed history with sacredness. They told the history of how Sikh religion was formed through pictures and tales. It was a clean and well-organised place and the building in itself was stunning. Then we got to see the cultural section and it varied from the popular festivals of Punjab to daily lives around Gurudwara. Then we see the real history of Sikhism along with the history of Gurus. The story is told by a recorded narrative that is a unique sensation in itself and a great way to learn about history.

We wandered around soaking in all the information and the beauty of the place for three hours and then stopped to relax at a Cafe nearby. We decided to skip ordering food in a restaurant and instead ate langar at the nearby Gurudwara. After all, if you are in Punjab, trying Langar is a must.

After knowing the history of the Gurus, we became curious about another place. Ropar which was Gurudwara Parivar Vichhora Sahib. Like the name says, this Gurudwara signifies a great separation. This was the place where Guru Gobind Sahib separated with his family and it was an emotional experience to be there. Though the Gurudwara itself was magnificent, it was the story that the place told that had me welled up.

Then we visited the place of the treaty where Maharajah Ranjit Singh met British Viceroy to sign a treaty dividing the territories. The place is signified with a monument inside the park. The monument is fairly new and was probably not standing when the treaty was actually signed but it does mark an important chapter in the history of Punjab which makes it a place worthy of a visit. Moreover, the park is beautiful.

After we had had enough of historical visitations, we wandered on to the Sadabrat nature trail which is a wetland area and we found beautiful trees and bird there. We saw fruit bats hanging upside down from trees and there was such an abundance of these bats. There were also a few herbal trees around along with Datura tree.

Some other places we saw were Jateshwar Mahadev temple and Gurudwara Bhatta Sahib. We were fairly impressed by what Ropar had to offer and how much it had developed. It is definitely one of the places to visit while in Punjab.

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Architectural South India

The temple city Thanjavur

Located in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu, Thanjavur exists. Also known as the temple city, it was formerly known as Tanjore. If we say that the city happens to be the center of all the religious, artistic and cultural activities in the southern part of the country, we won’t be exaggerating. The Tiruchirapalli airport is the nearest airport to the place at 50 kilometers distance and after that, a bus or a taxi can bring you here to the very important place in that particular part of the state. The season between November to February is the most pleasant one to have a visit at the place and out of the countless places that you can find here to spend some good times at, here are a few-

South zone culture center- The center was built in the city by the government of India in order to preserve the art and culture heritage of the country. The place is one of the biggest crowd pullers in the entire state and gives a great glimpse into the rich combined cultural landscape of Indian subcontinent. It serves also as a great way to promote the Indian culture as foreigners also can be seen here in great numbers.

Brihadeeswarar Temple- Out of the many places that are among the favorites of the tourists, this temple gets the top spot. Built in the 11th century, even the most prolific of the architects have described it as a milestone in the history of monumental architecture. The Chola king Raja Raja Chola built it and the inner walls of the temples are covered in the paintings from the Chola and Nayak empires.

Thanjavur Maratha Palace- This was the official residence of the Bhonsle lordship who ruled the place for a few hundred years between the 16th and 18th century. It was initially the residence of the Nayak dynasty kings but after their fall, the Thanjavur Marathas got the hold of it and got it as their residence during the whole time they ruled over the place.

Saraswathi Mahal Library- The library was built and established in about 1700 AD and is located in the Maratha Palace itself. It holds the ancient scriptures from the legendary Indian and the international scholars. It was known in its time as a great source of knowledge about the world and now it serves as a very important tourist spot in Thanjavur.

Schwartz Church- The beautiful church was built in the latter half of the 18th century and presents some medieval era architecture brilliance in front of the world. Serfoji 2 built the church in order to show his affection for C.V. Schwartz who belonged to the Danish mission.

One can visit the Sathar restaurant, one of the oldest and favorite non-vegetarian restaurants in Thanjavur and an iconic place with authentic taste. Sree Ariya Bhavan in Thanjavur serves great tasting rava masala dosa, rava onion dosa, and coffee. It’s an amazing veg restaurant with a variety of cuisines.

When the rest of the country suffers the dreaded winter, the weather in Thanjavur is excellent and is the perfect time for having a visit to the place. As a country, India is culturally significant to the whole wide world and as a city; Thanjavur keeps alive the spirit of art and culture of India.

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Adventure Corporate Outings Hotel Reviews

A vacation in Bheemeshawari : More peaceful than adventurous

Regarded as the fishing village of Karnataka, Bheemeshwari is one of the most popular tourist attractions in India complete with a plethora of fun activities. It is situated on the bank of Cauvery river right in the heart of Mekedatu and Shivanasamudra falls. It is also famous for its eco-tourism and wild animals.

How to reach

Touted as the Angler’s Paradise, Bheemeshwari is well connected by air, road, and rail to all major parts of the country.

Flight

Bengaluru is the nearest airport to reach Bheemeshwari. There are regular flights to Bengaluru. Bengaluru International Airport is well connected to all major cities of India.

Rail

Bengaluru railway station is the nearest railway station for Bheemeshwari. There are regular trains to Bengaluru. Bengaluru railway station is well connected to all major cities of India.There is no dearth of bus services from Bengaluru to Bheemeshwari. Bheemeshwari is around 100 km away from Bengaluru, which is approximately a 2 hours drive. Facility of both private and KSRTC buses is available regularly. Buses from Mysore are also available. Bheemeshwari is some 85 km away from Mysore. Private taxis are also the good option.

Places to Visit

Most of the attractions in Bheemeshwari are ecological in nature and, thus, attract tourists that are fond of wildlife. Some of the must-see attractions in Bheemeshwari are given below:

Cauvery Fishing Camp

Named after the Cauvery River, Cauvery Fishing Camp is the paradise for tourists who love fishing and angling. This place is also famous Mahseer, which is the largest tropical game fish.

 

Sangam

The confluence of Arkavathi and Cauvery rivers is an exotic site that no tourist should miss. It is an iconic picnic spot with natural beauty all around. It is an ideal place for wildlife enthusiasts and ornithologists.

Kokrebellur Pelicans

Kokrebellur is among the world’s five best pelican breeding sites in the world. It is the visual delight for ornithologists from around the world. Other varieties of birds such as painted storks can also be spotted in the winter season.

Bheemeshwari Wildlife Sanctuary

Situated right in the heart of Mekedatu, Barachukki, and Gaganachukki, this sanctuary in Bheemeshwari is one of the most visited places. This place is a delight for wildlife enthusiasts and ornithologists. Animals such wild boars, tigers, and elephants can be spotted here.

Galibore Fishing Camp

Situated right in the middle of mountains, rivers, and woods, Galibore Fishing Camp is popular for a plethora adventure sports and activities. Rafting, Kayaking, and fishing are few ideal activity options for visitors from across the country.

Doddamkalli Nature Camp

The place is surrounded by exotic natural sites. This place also hosts a variety of adventure sports such as trekking, watersports, and other outdoor activities.

Things to Do

Adventure Sports:

There are several spots in Bheemeshwari where you can indulge in adventure sports such as rafting and other outdoor activities. If you are in Bheemeshwari then you must visit Doddamkalli Nature Camp and Galibore Fishing Camp.

Fishing:

Bheemeshwari is known as the fishing village of Karnataka. The world’s largest tropical game fish Mahseer is found in this village. Fishing and angling are the best ways to explore Bheemeshwari.

Restaurants and Food

Bheemeshwari is not just popular for its wildlife and adventure sports but also for its variety of exotic cuisine and restaurants. Some of the best places to eat in Bheemeshwari are:

Soho Café:

It is an Italian restaurant. The price of food is reasonable. It serves multi-cuisine. Do not miss its chicken biryani, paneer butter masala, and kebabs.

Breadworks:

Try pizzas and cakes at Breadworks. They also serve ideal meals.

Bheema’s

The restaurant serves a mélange of north Indian and south Indian delicacies on your platter. Mutton biryani, chicken dum biryani, and veg biryani are signature dishes of this restaurant.

Dail Bread

If you have a sweet tooth then desserts at Daily Bread will leave you surprised with its variety of delicacies.

Places to Stay

Bheemeshwari is a hot favorite destination for angling and adventure sports enthusiasts. The best options to stay in Bheemeshwari range from log huts to tented cottages in several fishing camps. Some of the best places to stay are Jungle Lodges at Bheemeshwari Fishing and Nature Camp, Jungle Lodges at Doddamkalli Nature Resort, and Jungle Lodges at Galibore Fishing and Nature Camp.

Bheemeshwari is one of the best weekend getaways and one of the popular tourist places for activities such as trekking and adventure near Bangalore city. All this make Bheemeshwari a great place for one day trip

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North-West India Relax

Wine Lover’s heaven- Sula vineyards

If you are one of those people who are hopelessly in love with wines, there is very less chance that you haven’t heard of Sula wine yards. Well, it’s okay for those who didn’t! Sula wine yard is located in the western Indian state of Maharashtra near the financial capital of the country, Mumbai. The land is magnetic with the grape wines spread across the massive fields, the churning sound coming straight out of the wine factory, and it’s calming to the senses. A 4-hour drive from Chembur would bring you here as you gear up to explore the most famous wine yard in the country.

The day would easily be spent tasting different wines, getting to know about how to make it and there is a restaurant that serves some delicious cuisines. Nearby the main building there is a restaurant that goes by the name Little Italy which serves some great Italian food to the visitors which goes perfectly well with the freshly brewed wine. However, in case you aren’t interested in the wines at all, there are ample of things for you to do here as well. For one, you can visit the sights around the place, its Nasik at its beautiful best. The wine yard also happens to have an amphitheater and an open garden which offers a great opportunity to spend some quality time at a picnic with your loved ones.

Sula wine yards are a large establishment that covers a total area of 30 acres. The grape fields are here in abundance and greet you as you first enter the place. In between the fields is the road to walk upon which leads you directly to the factory where the wine gets manufactured. The beautiful aroma in the climate gives you a soothing feeling and you feel all relaxed after the tiring journey on your way here.

You have to buy the tickets in order to be able to see the actual working space of the wine makers. There is also a rooftop restaurant right there where you can eat something and relax before starting the trip. The cheese sandwich along with their very famous barrelled red wine was a great experience and you should have one before you go further. The wooden flavor coming from the wine makes you wonder if you could ever get the freshness and taste in the bottled wines that we all have become accustomed to.

You can also visit the wine tasting hall where you could meet the fellow wine enthusiasts and share your experiences with all the different wines that you have tasted over the years. The charge for wine tasting is 150 rupees per person. The souvenir shop nearby will let you buy all the different wines that are manufactured there. There will be a guide who will accompany you and tell you how the company got started and all.

For the wine lovers and nondrinkers alike, the place is wonderful to spend 24 hours at. Don’t forget to make a stop here for your next trip to Maharashtra.

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