Year: 2017

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Architectural Corporate Outings Culture Historical North India

Tryst with Chittorgarh Fort

Chittorgarh Fort popularly known as Chittor Fort is the Pride of Rajasthan. It is one of the largest forts in India and counts as a World Heritage site. It is spread over an area of 691.9 acres over a hill that is 180m in height. The fort is of great historical importance as it was ruled by the Mewar Kingdom since the 7th century. During the rule, there have been three prominent attacks on the fort by Muslim rulers such as Allauddin Khilji, Bahadur Shah and Akbar. The entry of the Chittorgarh Fort is by crossing four gates called ‘Pol’. The main gate is known as ‘Ram Pol’.

What makes Chittorgarh Fort so different from the rest of the forts in Rajasthan is that the build of the fort is pure Rajputana and there is no Mughal Art mixed with it. The architecture and even the stones tell the story of the great Mewar. Unlike Jaigarh Fort or Ajmer Fort, the palace is not in pristine conditions. In fact, most of it seems like nothing but a glorified ruin but those ruins tell the stories of great war and bloodshed. During those times of attacks, firstly by Allauddin Khilji when he defeated Rana Ratan Singh, the fort suffered great destruction and the soldiers lay down their lives trying to protect their kingdom. It is believed that Khilji led the attack in order to make Rani Padmini (wife of Rana Ratan Singh who is believed to be the most beautiful queen of Rajasthan) and make her join his Harem. When it was clear that there was no way to victory, the queen along with other royal women and some commoners decided to accept death as their fate instead of bowing down to some other ruler and facing the dishonour of defeat. They preferred to die in the Rajputana way of Jauhar (dying on a pyre by jumping into the fire). Again with the other two attacks, the walls of the fort heard war cries of soldiers and the echoes of women folk were heard as they took their own lives. Well, ultimately no matter how many times they were defeated, the fort was won again by Mewar rulers.

There is also another Mythological importance of this fort related to a popular figure ‘Meera’ who was a saint in love with Lord Krishna and who spent her life devoted to the same. She believed Lord Krishna to be her husband and there is a temple called ‘Meera Temple’ within the grounds of the fort where she used to chant hymns, dance and worship Lord Krishna. It is said that this is the same temple where she totally submerged herself into holy matrimony with God.

Another part of the fort is the Vijay Stambha (Victory Tower) which has nine-storeys and is 122 ft tall. It was used to keep an eye on the enemy’s army. It ensured their victory in many attacks and therefore was named Victory tower. Among the premises of the fort, there is also a Jain temple and a Peepal tree has been planted. The tree itself is of great importance as it is said to give relief to the many wandering souls in the fort. With such atrocious deaths that occurred between those walls, it brings a sense of calm to the place.

Located nearby is Fateh Prakash palace that was built by Rana Fateh Singh. From there, The Gaumukh Reservoir is visible which offers a picturesque view.

In the end, I would like to add that Chittorgarh Fort is an important part of the History of Rajasthan and anyone visiting there should absolutely walk among those walls.

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12 hrs in Dubai

One crazy city, Dubai is one most important business center of United Arab Emirates. Being an Islamic city primarily, the sheer variety of different races, communities, and ethnicities is quite surprising, unlike any other Islamic republic in the world. Dubai is known to be a place of opportunities, no wonder why almost entire south Asia is in some way obsessed with Dubai. With Arabic as the official language, the city has made its name for the exotic lifestyle that people over here are known to lead. With a population of around 21 lakhs, the city is one of the most populated cities in the country.

Dubai is the fastest growing international business hub and a very attractive tourist destination. The tourism industry has almost doubled up in the past few years ever since the city has come to limelight. Up until a few years ago, Dubai wasn’t as much popular but thanks to the social media, where the flamboyant lifestyles of business tycoons here were widely advertised, it has given rise to a curiosity about the place. Other than the wild and flamboyant lifestyle of people living here, there is so much more and more about the city that is leading its tourism industry to grow at a rapid pace. Burj Khalifa isn’t the only attraction in the city, you see.

Dubai Marina- Get a good glimpse into the future, as you walk down the Dubai Marina, world’s largest Marina that was made by men. These happen to be some of the world’s tallest buildings with luxurious amenities. Dubai Marina yacht club arranges for you to see the beauty at its best from the water as you sail through.

Desert- At about a 20 minutes ride from what we can call is a futuristic city, is the beautiful Arabian Desert. A desert safari will take you around and you need to beware of the sandstorms though. The camel rides, henna, and barbecues are dreamy at this place.

Burj Khalifa- Here comes the biggie, at 828 meters, stands Burj Khalifa. The tower takes over Dubai’s skyline and is known to be the world’s tallest tower. View of Dubai’s surroundings from the top floor is majestically breathtaking.

The Dubai Mall- Right next to the Khalifa, stands the Dubai Mall. Comparing it with some other shopping mall is an injustice. There are 1200 plus shops and above 150 restaurants and yes, it’s so huge that you can’t see it full in just a day.

Palm Jumeirah- Palm Jumeirah is a man-made island which has been shaped as a palm tree. It’s the world’s largest manmade island and a glimpse into what human mind is capable of artistically. The island is connected with a tram through the city, coming here is quite easy as well.Dubai is the city of dreams, not just for the richer ones, but for everybody. So whether it’s a romantic getaway with your partner or a family trip, the city welcomes you with her open arms, all ready to embrace you.

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Foodie

Eating out in Goa at Anjuna Beach can be a great choice. Below are a few must try restaurants

Cafe's in Anjuna Beach

Goa is famous for many things when it comes to attracting the tourists. Goa is a gorgeous piece of land in the south western India and Anjuna beach has always been one of the top spots for holidays, especially for the south and the western Indians. The food is one of the highlights of the place, ranging from spicy street food to the high-end eateries, there is everything for everyone. So, let’s take a look at some of the most famous places in Anjuna beach where you can eat.

Curlies- Curlies is a pretty good restaurant located at the spot and deals mostly in the continental food, sea food, Italian and north Indian cuisines. The average cost for two in Curlies is about 1500 INR.

Cafe Lilliput- Walk in the cafe if you are looking for some quick snacks or a fully fledged meal. The small but wonderful place deals in fast food items such as pizzas, burgers and a few continental meals. 800 INR is the cost for two people and the affordability invites most customers.

Purple Martini- The restaurant is located at Sunset Point, Anjuna Beach. Just like its name, the place reeks of surreal through every corner. But the food is as simple and amazing as it gets. Taste the amazing continental, Mediterranean, Italian food and sea food here. You may have to spend 1000 INR for two people’s meals but it will all be worth it.

Shiva Valley- One of the very few eateries on the Anjuna beach which serves the Indian food at its delicious best. The highlights of the place are, other than the Indian food, Chinese, Italian, continental and strangely enough Israeli food items. The hygiene and architecture of the restaurant is quite eye catching. Spend 1000 INR for a two people’s sitting.

Guru- Guru deals in North Indian, Seafood, and Italian and Tibetan cuisines. This is one of the very few places which serve the enigmatic Tibetan food the way it is supposed to be. The average eating cost for two people is INR 800.

Sunset- Sunset is a small eatery in Anjum Beach serving continental food, native Goan food items along with north Indian food and sea food. This is an affordable place and per serving cost for two people is about INR 700.

Eva cafe- Head here for a change of pace from the calorie infested spicy meals. Eva cafe serves some healthy food items such as Salads and vegetarian sandwiches. 800 INR is the average cost for two people in one sitting.

Cafe Sea Valley- Cafe sea Valley happens to be one of the most visited eateries in the place having a vivid menu such as continental, Italian, sea food, north Indian and Chinese food. At 800 INR for two people, the food is moderately priced.

Avalon Sunset- Come here for Chinese, Goan and Italian cuisines at their affordable best. The cafe is amazingly lit and designed and per sitting cost for two people is about 700 INR.

In Indian’s mind, Goa means food, fun and more fun. These amazing places just mentioned serving the statement quite right

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Staycation wildlife

Stay Like a King of the jungle

A Ten-minute drive away from Bandhavgarh National Park lays Kings Lodge, surrounded from all sides by forested hills and spread over an area of 14 hectares in Rancha village. We wandered over to the heart of wildlife and discovered this beautiful place. The luxury hotel has a rustic look and has 10 cottage rooms and 8 stilt cottage rooms with attached modern bathrooms.

While the place offers all the luxuries, it also gives you privacy and ambiance of being surrounded by nature. Like the name suggests, staying at this place will give you the feeling of being treated like a king, perhaps, the king of the jungle. The construction is done so well that the place almost blends in with its surrounding, becoming one with the forest and its trees and you experience wilderness in its purest form.

Let us take you through the Kings Lodge by Pugdundee Safaris and we are sure, you shall be tempted to pack your bags soon for your next vacation.

Rooms:

The rooms are what we would call a writer’s delight. With air conditioned rooms and a huge verandah from where we can enjoy views of the forest, inspiration is sure to strike and thus, the hotel provides a writing desk and chair for getting all the feelings out on paper. The cottage had wooden furniture in beautiful honey shades and cotton linen. The en-suite bathroom is modern and has 24 hr hot and cold water. The whole place is eco-friendly and has eco sensitive systems of disposal. They give you an aluminum bottle to fill with filtered water for use, avoiding the use of plastic bottles.

Dining experience

The dining hall was just as wonderful as the cottage itself. With a fireplace overlooking wild grasslands and multi-cuisine options, the dining experience was one we will remember forever. We also tried the outside barbeque and bush dinner, because that is what the trip was all about. Being out and about in the wild. The food they serve is only Indian, but it is well prepared.

What to do:

The itinerary at King’s Lodge follows Jeep Safari for spotting wildlife (which became easy as their naturalist team was with us), Elephant Safari, Bird watching, visiting of nearby villages and Craft workshops. The Naturalist team was very helpful and honestly, we would be lost without them. They heightened our overall holistic experience.  And the best part about the whole safari was that they encourage cycling or walking in the wilderness. No more formal Vehicular travels. They also organize a day trip to Sanjay National Park, which is an exciting opportunity to see Sloth bear.

Our Special thanks to Mr. Amit Mukherjee for being great host at Kings Lodge, Pugdundee Safaris. We feel under his guidance lodge has been providing services in an extraordinary way to its guests and it gets reflected in every small gesture.

Highlights:

There is a small nature library which helped us get acquainted with the parts of nature we were getting to see from the watch tower. It also has an in-house spa that gave the most relaxing massages to get the stress and tiredness out of our bodies. And if that wasn’t enough already, there was a swimming pool with a sundeck which was an absolute delight.

King’s lodge supported by Pugdundee Safaris is a top class place to stay at with your family or during your solo adventures in the wild. It will give you a feeling like you are living in the wilderness of the jungle, with the upside of being safe and having the internet. What more can one ask for? Go for your perfect adventurous wild ride in Bandhavgarh and stay at this amazing place.

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Central India wildlife

Bandhavgarh is much more beyond Tigers

In the heart of India, lies a world of fantasies. With beautiful flora and fauna, it is sure to captivate your mind. Yet, when we hear the name Bandhavgarh National reserve, an image of tigers comes to mind. No doubt those majestic creatures deserve all the attention they get, but the place is magnificent even beyond them. Once we started observing the rest of the forest and the ecosystem instead of just trying to spot the Tigers, we realized what a truly fantastic place it is. This video is a small attempt to capture the glimpse of #bandhavgarh national park.

Unique trees

We saw lush green Sal trees with Lyra vines that wrap itself around the tree in a curling motion. These vines are parasitical and eat the tree that they grown on. As beautiful as their union looks from the outside, it is harmful to the tree. The trees with the vines entrapping them looked very picturesque and yet their fate was sealed. How ironic for those Lyra vines. They kill the thing that sustains them.

There were also other medicinal herbs that were pointed out to us by the guides. We saw a Saja tree that was ash gray in color and was worshipped by the locals as its bark resembled the ash covered body of Lord Shiva. Its bark had the texture like a crocodile skin and it was one of the holy spots where people bowed down their heads. At least the belief would keep the tree safe for generations to come. We also came across some Jamun trees that made the paths pink with its juice.

Birds

The birds are a delight for the camera but we preferred seeing them with the naked eye. The vibrant colors of feathers of Indian Roller and the somber feathers of Indian Pitta mesmerized us, especially when they opened their wings to fly. Since it was the monsoon, we were lucky to find the peacock with open feathers.

Woodpeckers and Orioles were also a common sight though harder for the camera to capture. They just liked to play hide and seek, I guess. Even predator birds sat calmly on tree branches looking for their next prey as we pointed our camera lenses towards them. Among the species that we saw, there were Black and White Magpies, Crested Serpent Eagle and Oriental honey buzzard. There are many other bird species that flew around the reserve.

Animals in the Wild

From common Monkeys and Langurs to wild boars, we saw them all. The monkeys with their young ones hanging onto their stomach walked towards the pond. We also spotted a bear that was scouting for food and Sambar deer that always walked in groups. The deer drank water at the pond and looked surprisingly at its own reflection. We were lucky enough to sight a Bengal fox and a grey mongoose since they are a rare sight. I’ll refrain from mentioning the tiger since that is obvious. The National reserve is rich in fauna and has animal species that are sure to enrapture your attention. Even if you do not spot a tiger, though that would be very unlucky, there are other creatures that will suffice.

Butterflies and insects

There were trees with white flowers upon them and a swarm of butterflies fluttering in the wind nearby. The Kaleidoscope of those beautiful creatures flew in sync making it a memorable sight. There were also many insects that buzzed around. We spent some time under the tree mesmerized by the sight. It is no doubt that butterflies are always charming no matter where you are but we were amazed by the variety of colors among the swarm. When we were coming back, we saw the butterflies still there but probably a different batch since the colors had changed.

Special sightings

There were orchid flowers growing beautifully in spaces and some of them fell. We observed a member of the Baiga tribe picking it up along with other fallen stuff from the jungle. We were also able to notice a snake that rested coiled up around a well.

There is a lot to see and absorb as you go on a Safari to Bandhavgarh National Park. Special thanks to our naturalist Mohan Joshi from Pugdundee who educated us on various aspects of Bandhavgarh. Stay in a tree house, walk among the flora and fauna and satisfy the nature lover in you. Observe the jungle in all its magnificence along with the birds and animals that happen to cross your path.

How to reach:

Bandhavgarh National Park lies in the eastern region of Madhya Pradesh in the Umaria District.

By Road: The National reserve is just 37 kilometers away from Umaria town.

By Rail: The nearest railway station is Jabalpur that is 190 km away from the Bandhavgarh.

By Air: Again, Jabalpur Airport is the nearest airport and it is connected to many major cities in India.

Special Thanks to Pugdundee Safaris again for this wonderful Safari. Pack your bags today for your vacations to Bandhavgarh.

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Culture North east Tribal

A peep into the lives of Galo Tribe, Arunachal Pradesh

The diversity of India gives it a unique identity. It is so well absorbed in every aspect that we can feel it developing on the surface of our souls. One such exotic aspect of Indian diversity is the Galo Tribe from Arunachal Pradesh that exudes a variety of colors in different shades and textures.

A large chunk of tribes in the majestic Arunachal Pradesh is occupied by Galo Tribe. In some areas of the state, they are also known as Duba, Doba, Dobah Abors, Galloing Abors, and Galong. Galo tribe has been listed in the Indian constitution as a separate tribe or scheduled tribe by the name of Galong. The efforts are being made to change the name to Galo by the community.

Demographics

According to the census of 2001, the total population of Galo community is 80,597. They are found in West Siang, southwestern side of East Siang, southwestern side of upper Subansiri, lower Dibang Valley, and Changiang Districts of Arunachal Pradesh. Shifting cultivation was primarily practiced by the tribe before 1960. However, the government introduced Wet Rice cultivation and terrace cultivation soon as a part of a development program in hilly areas of the state. Wet Rice cultivation is the main cultivation style in the state besides Jhumming Cultivation, which is still practiced by the tribe.

Galo is the first language of more than 95% of the population of the Galo community. Most people from the community are bilingual with proficiency in languages such as English and Hindi.

Christianity has seen a major rise in the past few years. However, Donyi-Polo religion is mostly practiced by people here.

Language

Galo is the first language of the community, which is often referred to as Tibeto-Burman language derived from Western Tani-Branch. Genetically, the language is closest to Nyishi, Tagin, and Bokar language of Tibet China. Galo and Minyong languages have converged structurally so much so that people have started believing that Galo is a dialect of Adi language.

Festival

 Galo tribe has a distinct culture. It celebrates a number of festivals throughout a year with joy. One such religiously important festival for the tribe is Mopin that is celebrated by the community only. The festival is celebrated every year to ward off evil spirits that bring bad luck to the community. People of the Galo community pray during this festival so that natural calamity of any type does not hit them. They believe that doing this allows them to live their lives peacefully.

Rituals

Mopin festival is celebrated in the month of April (Lumi, in Galo language) every year. The main objective of celebrating this festival is to attain prosperity, gaiety, wealth, and universal happiness. People smear rice power at each other’s faces during the festival. Animal sacrifices are considered sacred and are important rituals of the festival. Mithun is an auspicious animal in the community. Hence, they are preferred for sacrifices.

One of the most iconic rituals of the festival is its folk dance. All the dancers wear their traditional costumes with multicolored beaded ornaments. People celebrate the festival with good food and rice wine.

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Staycation wildlife

Do you wish to live in a treehouse?

Amidst the trees, in the heart of Bandhavgarh, we found the perfect Hideaway. This weekend took us #ghoomophirosisters to Bandhavgarh National Park in village Vijarhia. While we looked for a place where we could stop and rest along with enjoying the beauty nearby, we came across Bandhavgarh Tree House Hideaway supported by Pugdundee Safaris. The place is within close range of the Forest reserve and 220 km away from Jabalpur. With one look, it confirmed our belief that this would be an earthly experience.

As soon as we arrived, we were given a warm welcome by the manager Mr. Ashish Tirkey. Spread over 21 acres of forest, it has various tree houses that are within close range of one another. We woke up to the chirping of birds and slept to the critters of insects as the place has its resident species of birds, reptiles, and animals. It is the perfect place for accommodation as it overlooks Tiger reserve and Bandhavgarh Fort.

Rooms:

The rooms were a mixture of nature and modernism. With a contemporary design of tree-houses, it provides all amenities without taking away the traditional jungle vibe. The rooms were air-conditioned and also had an attached bathroom with 24 hours hot and cold water. The room was spacious with a wooden exterior and a deck where you could stand and just feel one with the wind. There is also a mini-bar and living area with writing desk, loungers on the deck and mosquito netting (that one really needs). The bed had soft cushions that drowned you in a dreamless sleep as soon as you lie down. The lighting was dim so as to give more natural ambiance to it.

This small video will surely give you glimpse of the rooms and will inspire you to get your bookings

Dining experience:

There is a dining hall on ground level that offers Indian, barbeque and continental meals. Though food options were limited, what we ate turned out to be delicious. The Hideaway has an in-house restaurant and bar which, like the rest of the place, is also a blend of natural feel with all modern luxuries. The restaurant is beautifully set with comfy chairs and on the upper level is the terrace bar aka the watering hole.

What to do:

Jeep Safaris are organised into Tiger reserve and there is also an option for Elephant Safaris. The Naturalist that accompanied us was a great help throughout the Safari. We saw varieties of birds and animals and were even able to spot tigers during our safari drive. There were marvellous sightings of Langur Monkeys and Sambar deer. Other activities that one can indulge in include bamboo weaving, visiting nearby villages or a trip to Sanjay National Park.

Highlights:

From the rooms to food and the cherry on top, helpful staff, this place gave us all the luxuries we could ask for and more. With the natural ambiance, necessary amenities and close proximity to wilderness, there is no better place for one to be, while on the journey of discovering oneself or just spending time in the lap of nature than Bandhavgarh Treehouse Hideaway.

Bandhavgarh Treehouse Hideaway offers you the best opportunities to interact with Mother Nature and observe wildlife. This retreat is a relaxing place for all nature enthusiasts or people looking for a romantic getaway. If you are planning on visiting Bandhavgarh reserve, you can do no better than staying here.

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Foodie

Cafes in Ooty, that should be in your list

Known as the tourist’s paradise, this little south Indian hill station is nothing short of enigmatic. Located at an elevation of about 2240 meters, Ooty is full of some eye catching visuals, magnificent hills and the wide range of flora and fauna. Also known fondly as the Queen of Hill stations, Ooty is one of the very few hill stations in the southern part of the country, let alone Tamil Nadu, its native state.

Tall still mountains, picturesque landscape,  spread tea gardens, a peaceful surrounding, and much more, there is no word that can define the beauty of the place completely. Famous with the name of ‘Queen of Hill-stations’,  the alluring city of Ooty rest in the laps of charming Nilgiri Hills and located at the distance of about 80 km from Coimbatore.

At every place we go, there are certain places that we look for as soon as we land, for the food and beverages. Ooty has made quite a name for itself when it comes to coffee shops. Let’s take a look at some good places in the hill station where you would like to stop and refresh yourself to get some finely brewed hot cup of coffee.

The Garden Cafe- Other than the amazing south Indian food that gets served here there is one other thing that is attractive to the people. The meals and the beverages are quite affordable in here. A good coffee for two starts from less than 300 INR and then goes up. Coffee and vegetable Uttapam is the specialty here for the food lovers and the cafe is located at the Nahar Nilgiris hotel. Find the place and stop here for a quick bite; you will fall in love with the place.

Willy’s Coffee Pub- Located on the Walsham road, this one is a modernized coffee shop and pub in the area. With a library, comfortable seating arrangements and a very friendly staff, you will feel a deep sense of relaxation in here. The rolls, sandwiches, super crusty pizzas and the Indian food, you will find almost everything. It is said that you aren’t very likely to find any other place in the entire hill station where you can get a coffee as delicious as this place.

Cocoapods- The amazing taste of flavored coffee and delicious Chocolate Brownie with roasted almonds, chocolate chips, chocolate syrup and vanilla ice cream is just like the cherry on the cake, everything around will leave you to lick your fingers. A sip of Hot coffee in a steamy climate is definitely the best idea of experiencing the romantic surrounding with your sweet love.

Ooty Coffee House- One of the several things Ooty is known for is Coffee. The Ooty coffee house can also be known as a place set up to celebrate the coffee culture in the area. OCH happens to be located on the commercial road, Ooty and serves the coffee made with the best hand picked coffee beans taken straight from the plantations. We can also say that their coffee is organically the best in the entire hill station.

Some of the other best cafes in Ooty are Nahar Sidewalk Cafe, Jus’ Bakad, C-store cafe etc.

Coffee is one addiction that most people have. Too much of it may be bad for your health but stealing a cup or two a day is completely fine. We have given you the list, now go search for these places the next time you visit Ooty, the queen of hill stations.

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Foodie

Pizza Express- The best Pizzas under one roof

Pizza Express is conveniently located on the third floor of Ambience Mall. Moving up the elevator, it is the first restaurant you’ll see. We went there one Sunday afternoon and though there were many places to dine nearby, we decided to give Pizza Express a try, because we love pizza. And honestly, who doesn’t? The place provides you with the familiarity of Pizza but with unique artisanal styles and a variety of toppings. Though, you should interact with your server about how it tastes so you don’t end up ordering the wrong thing.
Ambiance: The place is so spacious and beautiful during daytime with great lights and hanging birds on top. We were given a warm welcome on our arrival and escorted to our table. We got to see the pizza being baked before we were served. It is a nice place for a casual hang-out with friends.

Menu: There are many options for crusts and toppings available. Though the options for non-vegetarians are wider than those of the vegetarians, we decided to give them both a try. And apart from Pizzas, they offer other Italian cuisines as well. There were options for Pasta, Lasagna, Dough balls and one can’t help but order cheesecake for desert. The Menu is well classified and there is the good range of options.

Food: The mushroom and Emilgrana dip with dough balls made way for our taste buds to start tingling. The Melazante piccante is a must try pizza for everyone who visits. It is a beautifully baked pizza with the abundance of mozzarella, spicy marinated aubergines, and jalapeno. It is just the right amount of cheesy and crunchy. We also ordered ‘The American’ and garlic bread. The American Pizza was an 11-inch pizza that gets you your money’s value and is light on the stomach but Piccante was the highlight of that dining experience. The garlic bread was warm and buttery and by that time we were already filled. Yet, we ordered the dessert anyway. Glad that we did because the cheesecake was heavenly. So smooth on your tongue and the texture is amazing. We had ordered a gin and tonic which was expensive yet tasted totally random. So the beverages are not recommended but it is the best place for Italian food. The thin crust pizza and dough balls are highly recommended.

Highlights: The staff is really helpful and nice. They greet you with a warm smile as soon as you enter. Melzante Piccante Pizza is something I would love to go back for. If you go to Pizza Express, surely try this. There are happy hours for getting a free drink on the order of one and special discounts on group dining.



Verdict: Everything we tried was delicious and we really had no complaints. The place is a little expensive but all good things are. So, the next time we start craving Pizzas and hope to make a small dent in our pockets, we know where to go. We’ll give it a total of 4 out of 5 stars.

Address: T-303B, 3rd Floor, Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
Going Again: We have yet to try other dishes on their menu like the Apollo Pizza, Tomato Pesto, Ginger Fresca and for that, we will be going there again.
Cost: ₹2,000 for two people (approx.) and ₹230 for a pint of beer (approx.) They accept cash and cards.

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Corporate Outings Western Ghats Western India

Corporate Outing spots in and around Mumbai

Being the financial capital of the country, Mumbai works day and night. The people sitting in those tall buildings are some of the hardest working people and they work day and night in order to make their company grow. But there are times when the going gets tough and everyone needs a break. So here are some places that we are about to mention which are perfect spots for the office groups to spend some quality times at. So, it’s our try to let everyone know where the corporate sector of Mumbai can go in order to spend a day outdoors.

Adlabs Imagica- If the team is looking for a place full of excitement and nerdy action, this theme park is a must visit. Also known as the Disneyland of Mumbai, it consists of a snow park, a water park and a theme park. One of the very few places for corporate outings near Mumbai is always full of life with all the college groups, school children and families. Enjoy the watersports, the heart stopping roller coaster rides among many other things and have great day out at a corporate outing.

Lonavala- This beautiful hill station can be seen all covered with camps set up by the business corporate employees and the families almost all the time. For the history lovers, there are very ancient caves that they can see, for the more adventurous ones; there are more than enough places to do some trekking. The adventure lovers can visit the Della Adventure in Kunegaonndia’s largest adventure park and indulge in exciting sessions of paintball and dirt biking. The thrill is right there at this place and it is a great spot for the team outings.

Panchgani- A few kilometers away from all the hustle bustle of the city, the place is having an odd old worldly charm about it and is known to be one of the very few all natural places around. The place seems untouched by the forces of industrialization and makes for a perfect spot for spending some quality time alone or in a group, whatever you are looking for. Visiting Tableland, paragliding, group games, team building activities, sightseeing and trekking around the place is a must do along with a host of other activities and fun games.

Matheran– The best thing about this beautiful and soulful hill station is that, in order to maintain its all natural beauty and essence and to keep it pollution free, it has been termed as a non-vehicle zone. There are several places where trekking can take place and also the camping sites located in here also serve as great attractions to enjoy in the groups along with the adventure camps set up and some other good team building activities. The place is as calm and peaceful as it can get and all natural down through to its core.

Karjat- Also known as one of the very prime locations for the shoots of most Hindi films, Karjat also serves as a great hangout spot for the lovers of nature. There are many resorts at the place along with the sightseeing tourist attractions. Bike riding track is also there where one can ride their bikes down the valley while witnessing some beautiful sites. Bicycle ride, camping among other team building activities can be performed here in the arms of nature.

These above-mentioned places are most visited not only by the corporate sector teams and groups but individual families and friend groups as well. Hard work seems lovely if such lovely refreshments keep coming from time to time.

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