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5 Days Itinerary to Madhya Pradesh

Located right in the centre of the country, Madhya Pradesh is quite an enigmatic state. Be it the religious places, places to eat or to grasp in the natural beauty, the place tends to offer everything to everyone. This is one of those places that never disappoint the tourists. One of the highest populated and largest Indian states, Madhya Pradesh, also known as MP is a tourist’s paradise. The people here are nice and the language that is spoken by the largest chunk of the population is Hindi, so there must be no trouble in communicating with the locals. The 5-day tour may not be enough to grasp the entire beauty of the place but enough to get most out of it. So, here is how a we divided our first ever trip to Madhya Pradesh.

Day 1

The first day starts with the arrival in the beautiful and historical city of Gwalior. The city reeks of royal splendor through every corner and there so many remains of the bygone era that will remind you about the glorious history the place once had. Rest for a while and then get out of the hotel in order to witness some monuments such as the Gwalior fort, Jai Vilas Palace and the museum. The remaining part of the day will be spent on the things you like. You could find a place to eat or a park to sit down and relax.

Day 2

Second day, we started early and reached Orccha and loved the famous temples there. Sunrise and sunsets are not to be missed.

Day 3

Day 3 was planned for the famous Khajuraho, where you can get a glimpse in the lives of ancient Indians and how they lived and survived in those deadly circumstances. At the Khajuraho temple complex, a show full of light and sound takes place is a good food for thought. One day a Khajuraho, we moved to Bhedaghat.

Bhedaghat is a town and a nagar panchayat in Jabalpur district in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India, situated by the side of river Narmada which has all the essentials to spellbind you. The place is famed for its splendid marble artefacts. As dusk descends, these marbles seem to glitter in the moonlight which is no less than a blessing to watch.

At Bhedaghat, you should visit the picturesque and spectacular Dhuandhar which is a famous attraction at Bhedaghat, 30 km away from Jabalpur. The white water knocks down to form a gorge known as the Marble Rocks. Localities visit this place as a popular picnic spot and it is also a popular destination surrounded by evergreen trees and shrubs.

Day 4

The lush greenery of the forested regions that are incredibly the natural home for a variant of wild species..that is what all Bandhavgarh National Park is about. A magnificent trip to Bandhavgarh will let you catch the amazing glimpses of the majestic creatures which is a simply incredible sight. With safari options in Bandhavgarh, you can enjoy your trip in a very organized way

Day 5

This was the last stop of our itinerary, and we planned to spend in the beautiful hills of Pachmarhi.

MP is one of the largest states in the country geographically and it may take months to completely understand everything the state has to offer. It still remains one of the golden crowns in the India historical and religious scenario. This is one state

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“Kashmir” The Paradise on Earth!!

“If there is heaven on earth, it’s here in Kashmir” it is famous saying once said by the Moghul Emperor Jahangir. The beautiful and picturesque land of Kashmir is located at the peak of India, 566 Km from the New Delhi.  The overwhelming beauty is an eye delight for the visitors ringed by Himalayan and Pir Panjal range. It is the most loved location among the directors and filmmakers of Bollywood for shooting, due to its mesmerizing eye luring view. This is the place, where you can witness the flawless art of nature,heavenly beauty spread everywhere. The beautiful lakes, snow covered hills, springs, and rivers are the real charm of the Kashmir. This alluring heavenly land is considered as the jeweled crown on the map of India. If you want to experience the alluring feeling of Paradise? Plan your vacation for Kashmir!!! Through this article, I will take you on the journey of paradise, come along with me and know more about this eye-arresting beautiful  region.

Beauty at its best “ Snow Covered Gulmarg”!!!

Tour to the Kashmir is incomplete if you have skipped  Gulmarg famous as “Meadow of flower”. The snow covered land all around is one among the ultimate tourist destination in Kashmir. The picturesque beauty all across the Gulmarg is the perfect place to enjoy winter.  It is also the world famous spot for skiing.

Feel the tranquil of Dal Lake!!
The famous Dal lake is the eminent attraction of the valley. The ride on the “Shikaras”, magnificent houseboats and feel the calmness of the lake is the best thing you will experience in Kashmir. The eye luring beauty of the lake can’t be described in the world, it is seamless.

The colorful tulip Garden!!
Tulip garden is must view  travel destination of the Kashmir. The eye delighting view of colorful tulip flower will surely steal your heart.  Every year in the month of March and April, the tulips blossoms, the varied color flowers spread all over is just magical and alluring. I so loved getting clicked there in Kashmiri dresses

Travel to Paradise “Pahalgam”
The Palgham hill station is undoubtedly is like heaven on earth. The snow covered peaks makes it jewel  destination of Kashmir. It is also called “ village of Shepherds”, which gives you heart stealing views.  The pure and clear Jhelum flows through this area, which is the main source of living of the locals of this area. It is the starting point of famous holy Yatra of Amarnath.  Every year thousands of devotees come here for Amarnath Yatra.

The Sonmarg “ Meadow of Gold”!!
The Sonmarg famous as “Meadow of Gold”, is one of the worth visiting destinations of Kashmir.  It lies 84 KM from Srinagar having a magnificent landscape all round. The famous Indus river flows through this area and it is also the starting point for those visiting Ladakh.

How to Reach?

As the the beautiful valley of Srinagar has well- developed transport facilities, the travelers have numerous transport options, which they can choose according to their convenience. They can take either board a bus, flight, or private taxi  heading to Srinagar. Those who are traveling by train can board their train from Delhi to Jammu. Travelers from other cities of India can board a train from their nearest railway station connecting directly to Jammu.

Travel Tip

The ideal season to experience the divine beauty of the paradise is summers!!

If you want to see heaven before dying, then plan your trip to Kashmir “ The Heaven on Earth”. Investing on the trip to Kashmir give you memory of lifetime. The valley of Kashmir gives you enormous ways to escape from your busy life and take out some time for yourself  and spend some splendid moments  in the lap of paradise.

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An enchanting road trip to Leh!!

Last year, in Sep 2016, we #ghoomophirosisters went on a road trip to Leh, and it was one hell of the experience for us.The Leh-Ladakh road trip was on our #bucketlist for long and finally we made it.  Finally, I’m chronicling my road trip adventure for CEAT Tyres in association with BlogAdda in this blog post. This Blog-Post not only describes the detailed itinerary that one should follow while planning for Leh-Ladakh but also talks about the quick checklist while driving on the uneven, rough terrain of Ladakh region.Since we had fewer days in hand, we flew to Leh, and rented the bike from there.

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Day 1 : We landed at Leh around 7Am, and went to our hotel at LaBudha. Loved the hospitality of hotel staff. They ensure we acclimatize to the altitude well and offered honey ginger tea. Several tips like taking Diamox tab, monitoring oxygen levels etc. Took rest in the hotel itself and kept drinking lots of water. The food was good at the hotel. Keep monitoring your Oxygen levels. In the evening, we went to the bike-shops and rented the bike. before renting the bike, we ensured that bike is up and running and is flawless. Obviously, there were CEAT Tyres to be our partners in crime in our dream road trip.

Day 2 – Next morning, all geared up, we headed towards Nubra valley via Khardungla. Khardungla is the highest motorable pass road of the world. Plz make sure, not to stay there for long due to high altitude. While on the way, you will cross Hunder, do not miss to take the ride on double humped camels. We stayed in camps in Nubra.

Day 3 – Plan was to drive back to Leh via the same route. However, we also stopped for Dikshit Monastery and the majestic Maitreyi Buddha.

Day 4 – Next morning, we drove from Leh to the most talked about Pangong Tso Lake is popularly known as 3 Idiots lake.On the way back, we did stop for the quick look at Hemis Monastery. Stayed overnight in Pangong in a homestay. Evenings are really cold, so make sure you are wearing sufficient layers.

Day 5 –  By this time, we were little exhausted, and drove back to Leh. Our stop over was Thicksey Monastery. We reached on time at Leh and were so acclimatized that Leh felt like home to us.

Day 6- This was supposed to be our last day at Leh, so we utilized time for local sight-seeing like Shanti Stupas, Market.

Day 7- And finally we bid goodbye to Leh with a promise to come back again and drove back to Manali. Btw, one can rent a bike in Leh and drop them at Manali.

Do’s and Don’ts for your self-drive

Don’t be overconfident

You might have been a veteran biker, but don’t underestimate the terrains here. Even the smoothest and simplest of roads can hurt your vehicle badly and force you to be in the midst of nowhere. Hence, avoid taking unnecessary risks

Don’t Rush and Be Patient

While driving, the lot of endurance and patience is required. Don’t rush. Instead whenever in doubt, take a step back and analyze the terrain, to plan your ride further. CEAT Tyres really proved to be the boon for us during our drive and thankfully we did not land up in any tricky situations.

Knowledge of your vehicle

It is very important to be well acquainted of your vehicle, as you shall be the one fixing it on the way.

No Drinking and Driving

Drink and Drive is a clear No, while on the high altitudes as alcohol may not be completely digested and may lead to AMS or you being collapsed while driving.

Be Helpful

Always extend a helping hand to the people in need while on the way. You may find army men, fellow bikers who are stuck. Be kind to them

Must Have’s

Do not miss to carry following things while on self drive.

  • Basic Toolkit including Jack and Spanner
  • Air Compressor and Foot pump
  • Hydraulic Jack
  • Puncture Repair Kit
  • Screwdriver Set
  • Torchlight
  • Jump Start Cables
  • Tow Away Rope approx. 3-6 ton Capacity
  • 1-2 Jerry Cans / Coke Bottles to carry spare fuel
  • Funnel
  • Spare Coolant and Engine Oil
  • A Long Stick/Rod
  • A Shovel and a Hammer
  • Elfy
  • Drinking Water and Snacks/Dry Fruits

I hope this checklist helps you in your upcoming trip to Leh. Last but not least, do not miss the chance to follow the amazing signs that Border Roads Organisation has put up for our safety. Enjoy the safe trip to this one life time place.

 

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Kasol – a tourist heaven where it feels just magical to get high

Situated in the Parvati valley of the beautiful north Indian state, Kasol is a little village that has become one of the most popular tourist destinations among the Indian and the foreigners alike. The Parvati River flows beside it and acts as a lifeline to the spot.

How to reach

The airport nearest to Kasol is located in Bhuntar, but the flights are rare and a costly affair. As the place is not connected by railway and flights are not very frequent to Kullu, the only way to hit this region is by road. So if you are planning to reach Kasol from Delhi or Chandigarh, road is the ideal route.

There are ample bus services from Delhi that could get you here in an approx 14 hours time. The buses run via Chandigarh mostly.

Things to do at Kasol

Kasol is a tourist heaven, and out of the countless things that you could do at the place, here are a few of them.

Walk by the Parvati river- There is nothing more uplifting than a brisk walk along the magnetic current of the river Parvati while grasping in the beautiful landscapes surrounding it. As the crystal clear blue sky gets pierced with the snow capped peaks of Himalayas, the image just stays with you for a very long time.

Visit Manikaran Sahib- If you happen to be in Kasol, don’t forget to give a brief visit to Manikaran Sahib, a magnificent gurudwara located just about 6 kilometres away from Kasol. You can either take a hike or book a ride to the place, whatever suits you really. The spring water near the monument is known to have healing powers. So, in a way, medical tourism is also one other reason for the place to be popular.

Visit Malana – Malana is a small community of tribal people and a must visit place for travelers seeking adventure and sightseeing.

The place is famed for its cultivation of Malana cream, which is a quality of Hash, About 5 – 6 hours of the trek away from Kasol can bring you to this place.  Hiring a local guide is the best choice to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and explore the exclusive ways of living of this village.

Kheer Ganga- Kheer Ganga is one lush green place reached by a long trek from Kasol. Those with poor health may find it extremely hard to go along with the trek. But once you manage to go through it, you experience a whole new world of enlightenment within you.

Activities in Kasol

Trekking and Rock Climbing

A trip to a hill station is basically incomplete without some adventure and this holds true for all the adventure buffs. Kasol is full of many trekking paths categorized right from easy to difficult and dangerous.

When the weather is perfect, one can go for a short trek of half an hour to Village Chalaal or opt for a longer trip to Pulga Village. Tosh and Kheer Ganga are the two places which give you an adrenaline rush through your veins while trekking.

Best Time to Visit

The ideal time to experience the silence and solace of nature in Kasol is from March to May. At this time of the year, the weather is pleasant enough and welcoming to the visitors and the temperature varies from 15-22 Degree Celsius.

Although the Kasol experiences good weather throughout the year, the ideal time to explore the wilderness of the place is from March to May. At this time of the year the weather is pleasant and the temperature varies from 15-22 Degree Celsius.

What to eat

Apart from being known as a hippie paradise, Kasol also caters in a great way to the food lovers. Israelis form the biggest section of the tourists in Kasol and thus, the town serves some great Israeli food along with pan-Indian cuisines. There are little dhabas, stalls and restaurants in every corner where you can go to satisfy the hunger pangs. Some of the best restaurants in Kasol are Evergreen, Moon Dance Cafe, Jim Morrison Cafe, Stone Garden Cafe and Little Italy.

Stay

Being a prime tourist spot, there are many hotels and cottages made available for the tourists in different budget options. Parvati Kuteer, Shivalik, Devlok International and Sun N Wind are a few popular hotels that provide some great services to the tourists at very reasonable prices.

Kasol is a beautiful place, one of those places where you must bring your family for a good time. So what have you been waiting for? Start packing!!

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24 Hours in Ahemdabad

A mini-metropolis in the state of Gujrat, Ahmedabad provides travellers with a rejuvenating combination of the old and the new. From locating religious shrines and ancient monuments to relishing lip-smacking street food and exploring indigenous textiles, you can make the most of a 24 hours-long visit to the city. Not to miss, place is also known to groom best B-school graduates from India.

With merely a day in hand, a Heritage Walk is probably the best commencement to the city’s tour. You have to decide between two options- Ahmedabad’s Municipal Corporation conducts a morning walk which starts at 8:00 and takes you to numerous important Havelis, temples and heritage sites before concluding at the Jama Masjid in the city centre and its alternative, the House of MG provides an 80-minutes-long walk, which you can undertake with a pre- recorded audio guide

The next destination for the day can be the Calico Museum of Textiles in the Shahibaug area. It boasts of one of the world’s supreme collections of archaic as well as contemporary Indian textiles, that are all handmade and at most 500 years old. There are some exceptionally beautiful pieces like Kashmiri shawls whose making took 3 years and double-ikat cloths, 1,00,000 threads of which were dyed separately before weaving. The prime textile galleries can only be visited during the morning tour by a maximum of 20 people, which lasts for 2 hours and the afternoon tour which is for a maximum of 10 people is dedicated to Sarabhai Foundation’s religious art collection. Therefore, advance booking is required.

The next destination is best described by its name- Talli Ahmedabad which means ‘intoxicated Ahmedabad’ in English. This eatery claims to infuse their dishes with a degree of lusciousness that will leave you in a trance. In tandem with its bold and brazen name, the dishes are titled creatively. Worth every penny, this is an amazing option for some quick and delicious food.

Located in close proximity to Ahmedabad’s railway station, the Shaking minarets of the Sidi Bashir Mosque can be the next place in the 24 hours- the itinerary of Ahmedabad. The minarets got their name because of the fact that they literally shake because if one of them is touched, the other trembles after a few seconds! Each of them is about 70 metres high and has carved stone balconies. You can explore the rest of the Sidi Bashir Mosque also, while you are here.

The succeeding area of visit-The Law Garden Night Market– is an evening market which remains jam packed with kiosks selling glittery articles from Saurashtra and Kutch. Costume jewellery embroidered wall hangings, Gujarati cholis and extravagantly decorated chaniyas sold here will leave you awestruck. Even if you end up buying nothing, this is an experience exclusive to Ahmedabad which is definitely not to be missed.

Furnished to represent the culture and lifestyle of Indian villages, Rajwadu is the spot to go for genuine Gujarati cuisine and is thereby the concluding place in our 1 day Ahmedabad itinerary. Established in 1998 with the aim providing natives with a flavour of their own culture, this restaurant has grown to become extremely famous since then. It is located in Ahmedabad’s suburbs and you should go here for the outstanding food and captivating ambience. With this, your day will come to a perfect end!

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A day in Singapore

Never go on the size of Singapore. It might look small than a city, but Singapore Tourism offers power pack bouquet of items to keep you engaged throughout your stay. This blog lists down some of the must do’s while you are in town to make the most of it. I am sure, as you shall be going through the post, you shall be looking for Singapore Packages.

Little India

It is one of the most famous market for Indians. “Mustafa Centre”,the  famous landmark for Little India. One can find here everything, from clothes to souvenirs to perfumes to groceries and yes fortune tellers as well. As the name suggests, the place describes India in all aspects. One can find vegetarian dishes and few good places to try here are Raj restaurant, sidewalk café etc

 

Singapore bus tour

Singapore is very well connected. Put on your glasses, sunscreen along with an umbrella and get on to hop on-hop off bus tour. The narration given en route is interesting and tells you architectural and historical aspects of Singapore. Cruise on Singapore River is also included in this service. The time on the cruise is relaxing. Try to grab a seat on the deck, so that you can click a lot of pictures.

 

Shopping

Orchard’s street, Mustafa market, Arab street are few of the shopper’s paradise. You can find everything and anything at discounted prices. They also have malls dedicated to electronics.

 

Get to know Historical Singaore

Apart from high-rise buildings, there are historical aspects attached to the place. Monolithic Buddha Tooth Relic Temple in Chinatown is an example. The temple has a 27-foot statue of Buddha and his one teeth. Sri Mariamman Temple is one of the oldest Hindu temple. Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, is another must visit. It’s often known as “Durian”; have converted into shopping mall though

Sightseeing from top of Singapore Flyer

Watching Sunset from Singapore Flyer is something you would not like to miss. The beautiful landscape is indeed picturesque.

 

Visiting Entertainment Centres

Universal Studio & Sentosa are world renowned entertainment centres. At universal studio, you can witness several theme parks with extraordinary rides to keep your entire day engaged, whereas Sentosa is full of rides, botanical gardens, clubs and beaches. Cable car from Mr.Faber to Sentosa is also popular among tourists for the breathtaking views.

 

Last but not least, do get your signature selfie at Merlion park. Mythical half lion, half fish creature is an iconic landmark of the place.

 

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5 Things to do in Mauritius for Honeymooners

Mauritius is an idyllic escape for two. It is a beautiful conglomerate of crystal blue lagoons, coral islands and white sand beaches, where you can soak yourself in sun for hours. Having said that, it is just not about beaches. There are multiple activities where-in one can get indulged in. This article pens down must do’s for two, while you celebrate your togetherness with Mauritius tourism.

1.Nature

There is abundance of landscapes in the region. One can walk through or drive through these beautiful tea plantations, palm trees or sugarcane fields with your loved ones. Getting lost in mise-en-scene at Bois Cheri Tea Plantations is indeed magical and leave memory forever. Places like Chamoral, which is geological oddity in itself can surprise you with the vividity of colors it offers. Other places include Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, which, is the oldest of its kind in the southern hemisphere. Guided tours to these places are available, and do not miss the opportunity to get clicked.

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2.Go Adventurous

Having long coast-line, place offers variety of water sports. This can range from snorkeling, deep sea diving, water-surfing and not to miss under sea-walk. These water sports lets you explore the water

You can also hike the different mountain trails at Black River Gorges National Park, and can see almost extinct pink pigeon. Also, sky diving is one experience you would not like to miss.

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3.Shop till you drop

Being on special date, one has all the reasons to shop. One can choose to stroll arm in arm through Curepipe or enjoy shopping on Grand Baie Bazar, Goodlands, Quatre Bornes and so on. Place is famous for handmade Asian handicrafts.

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4.Satiate your Food Cravings

If both of you are foodies, then you will surely enjoy both street food and fine dining in Mauritius. Must try is doll puri served with hot chilli plates. Place offers unique blend of African, Indian & Chinese spices and this is what makes the food here special. When comes to fine dining, all good resorts and properties will plan perfect romantic dinner nights for you propose your better half and fall in love all over again.

5.Celebrate Togetherness

Mauritius is a perfect place to celebrate your togetherness. There are multiple spa centres, where-in two of you can relax together and plan for your next honeymoon.Mauritius Honeymoon is incomplete without midnight candle light dinner or blissful time spending on white sand beaches soaking in sun. Grand Bay, Pereybere, Belle Mare, and Blue Bay are few of the finest beaches to make your partner feel special. If you love kite-surfing, Le Morne is the place for you.

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While reading the post through, I am sure, you will be tempted to book Mauritius Honeymoon Packages

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Must Do’s at Tawang

Located in Arunachal Pradesh, Tawang is one of the most picturesque places in north-east. What makes is more beautiful is the variety of scenic landscapes you get to witness during your journey. Color, landscape changes with every curve.  From Bright yellow mustard fields merging with orchids that suddenly morph into dense forests and then to snow clad mountains. “Journeys are more important than destination”- this holds true for road trip to Tawang. Surrounded by Tibet to its north, Sela range of West Kameng to the east and Bhutan in the southwest direction in itself makes it a surreal place. Though you will be rewarded by stunning waterfalls, mesmerizing valleys, here is my quick Must-visits, while you in Tawang.

Sela Pass

Situated at the height of 13,714 ft above mean sea level, Sela pass connects Tawang to Tezpur and Guwahati and one of the highest motorable pass in the world. On the way to Sela pass is Paradise Lake. While summers at Sela Pass are not very cold, but temperature goes to as low as -10 degree in winters. The place is rightly called as “heaven on earth” due to its breathtaking views.

Tawang Monastery

As the birthplace of the sixth Dalai Lama, Tawang boasts of being the holy site for Tibetan Buddhists and a prominent center for Gelug or Gelugpa, the pre-eminent Buddhist school in Tibet. This monastery is the 2nd largest in Asia & largest in Asia, and one of the oldest monasteries as well. It is also known as Golden Namgyal Lhatse . The story behind the monastery is interesting. It is believed that Merak Lama Lodre Gyatso, could not find a suitable place for monastery, so he decided to pray for guidance. When he opened his eyes, he found his horse was on the top of hill, where present day monastery is there. It is the main venue of Torgva festival. Several manuscripts, religious books can be found in the place.

Gorichen Peak

Located at a distance of 160 Kms of Tawang, this peak has religious sentiments attached to it. It is also known as Sa-Nga Phu, which literally means the Kingdom of Deity, and is assumed that it protects the place from evils. Place is hikers’ paradise. The entire trek journey is amazing and adventurous. Once you are at the peak, the entire journey seems worth because of the splendid views.

Shonga-tser Lake

Alternatively known as Madhuri Lake, is located at a distance of 40Kms from Tawang. It is the best example of how nature changes the landscapes. It is the resultant of a massive earthquake, which was otherwise grassland for local cattle. Lake is highly photogenic and boasts of being photographer’s delight. Stroll around the lake is indeed soulful and enticing.

Nuranang Waterfalls

Located 40 Kms away from Tawang, this is another spectacular waterfall, which you will not like to miss. Known as Jang falls, due to its proximity to Jang, small township between Tawang & Bomdila..There is a Hydel power station nearby, which can be visited. River Rafting can be done in summers. For SRK fans, this is the place where Koyala was shot.

Pankang Teng Tso Lake

Surrounded by the Himalayas, Pankang Teng Tso Lake, also called as Ptso Lake is situated 17 km from Tawang. It’s all about the nature that speaks at the lake. It is frozen almost half of the year and is good ground for skiing. Calm water, moving clouds, grazing animals, all look like scenery which can be painted only in mind. Place is highly recommended for all nature shooters.

Jaswant Garh

Built in the memory of Paramvir Chakra recipient Jaswant Singh, it is a must visit place. It is believed, he still protects the Indo-China border. Apparently, he fought for 72 hrs alone during Indo-China war in 1962 and is duly respected within Indian and Chinese army fraternity.

Tawang is one place, which will always refresh you from the city buzz and offers the nature at its best. This summer, don’t wait!! Just pack your bags and go to Tawang.

 

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