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10 Places In India That Look Like Destinations In Europe

Blog, Destinations - GoroadTrip - May 8, 2015

10 Places In India That Look Like Destinations In Europe

Alleppey – Venice:

Allepey in Kerala was called as the Venice of the East by Lord Curzon. With its scenic backwaters, lagoons, beaches and canals, Allepey indeed lives up to this title.

Khajjar in Himachal Pradesh was recognized as the Switzerland of India in 1992 by Willy. T. Blazer, the Head of Chancery of Switzerland in India. Khajjar has a topographical similarity to Switzerland with its snow clad peaks and rambles of greenery; hence the name.

Coorg – Scotland:

During the British reign the planters of the coffee plantations in Coorg were mostly Scots. They loved Coorg as they found many similarities between their homeland and Coorg and nicknamed it as the Scotland of India.

Nainital- England:

While Nainital is called the lake district of India, The Lakes or Lakeland is the Lake District in North West England. Both are famous for their lakes and popular holiday destinations.

Pondicherry – Greece:

Though established by the French, Pondicherry’s French Quarter bears an uncanny resemblance to Fira in Greece.

Delhi – Paris, Italy:

India Gate in Delhi resembles the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. It has also been called as ‘a creative reworking of the Arc de Triomphe’. The QutubMinar has often been said to appear as the Leaning Tower of Pisa of Italy.

Sikkim – Iceland:

The Gurodongar Lake in Sikkim and the Jokulsarlon Lake in Iceland could be called twins! Visit this high altitude lake in India, you will be saved a trip to Iceland!

Mumbai – London:

Modelled on the Big Ben of London by Sir George Gilbert Scott, the Rajabai Clock Tower in Mumbai in the Fort Campus of the University is our very own Big Ben.

Jaipur – Lithuania:

Jalmahal of Jaipur and Trakai Castle in Lithuania both are in the middle of a lake. And the similarity does not end there. They are both majestic and grand and fascinate a great number of tourists.

Pune – Italy:

Styled on the Portofino town in Italy, Lavasa in Pune is the perfect Italian getaway in India.

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Best places to visit in Ooty

Blog, Destinations - GoroadTrip - March 10, 2015

Ooty is on almost every South Indian travel list of hill stations. Several of them may have visited it many times over. But here are some best locations that you should not miss out.

Best places to visit in Ooty

Toda Hills:

In an isolated part of the Nilgiri plateau the Toda Hills run into miles of green slopes. The Toda tribe resides here. They follow an interesting culture and are famous for their ‘doglas’ which are their homes. These unique structures are in the shape of half-barrels and located along the slopes of the Toda Hill. The people of the tribe herd buffalos and design intricate embroidery.

Nilgiri Mountain Railway:

A UNESCO site, the Ooty Mountain Railways run a toy train from Ooty to Mettupalyam. The journey in this vintage train is unforgettable and the scenic sights of nature along the way breath-taking.

Pykara River:

Located around 19 kilometres from Ooty, the Pykara River is mesmerizing. The Toda tribe hold the river in reverence and the area surrounding it is rife with wildlife. The beautiful river flows down as Pykara falls.

Porthimund Lake:

Prior permission from forest officials is necessary to visit the Porthimund Lake as it forms part of a reserve forest. This picturesque place gained more popularity through the movie Roja.

Parsons Valley:

Another attraction situated in the forest reserve, Parsons Valley can be called a hidden gem. This valley is the main source of water supply to Ooty. With prior permission house stay option in this picture perfect jungle is available.

Mukurthi National Park:

Built to protect the Nilgiri Tahr, this National Park is the first international Biosphere Reserve in India. The park is on the mountain ranges of the Western Ghats and is indeed a must visit.

Emerald Lake:

Earning the name from its green waters the lake reflects the surrounding lush green reserve forests. The lake winding in between the forests is a sight you will not want to miss. Climb up the dam close by and get ready to be bowled over by the vast expanse of natural beauty.

Avalanche Lake:

A few miles from Emerald Lake is another natural beauty, the Avalanche Lake. It runs between miles of sloping grasslands and tall forest trees and is a sight to behold.

Re-visit Ooty if you have missed out on all these beautiful locations. Be ready to let Ooty charm you all over again.

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10 Top Lakes of India

Blog, Destinations - GoroadTrip - November 4, 2014

Srinagar, Kashmir, India

From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, Rajasthan to Assam, India is blessed with many beautiful lakes. The top ten among them are:

10 top Lakes of India

Dal Lake, Jammu and Kashmir:

Dal Lake in Srinagar has the title of the ‘Jewel in the crown of Kashmir’. The lake paints a pretty picture of the misty PirPanjal peaks and the lovely houseboats reflected on its waters.

Wular Lake, Jammu and Kashmir:

The Wular Lake is the largest fresh water lake in India and one of the largest in Asia. The lake is rich in flora and fauna and is a natural habitat for a large variety of fish and birds.

Damdama Lake, Haryana:

Located close to the Aravalli Hills, Damdama Lake is a popular weekend getaway from Delhi. Tourists can also indulge in boating, trekking and bungee jumping close to the lake.

Loktak Lake, Manipur:

Known as the only floating lake in the world, the LoktakLake owes this feature to the floating phumdis. It is the largest freshwater lake of north-eastern India.

Pichola Lake, Rajasthan:

Found in the city of lakes, Udaipur, Pichola Lake is an artificial fresh water lake. The four other important lakes in this lake city are FatehSagar Lake, UdaiSagar Lake, Jaisamand Lake and Rajsamand Lake.

Chilka Lake, Orissa:

The largest coastal lake in India, the Chilka Lake is also Asia’s largest inland salt water lagoon. The natural surroundings of the lake make it a haven for migratory birds.

Gurudongmar Lake, Sikkim:

A fresh water lake in the Kanchenjunga range, Gurudongmar Lake is one of the highest lakes in the world. The stunning natural beauty of this lake mesmerizes tourists.

Bhimtal Lake, Uttarakhand:

Larger than the famed Nainital Lake, the Bhimtal Lake is in fact the largest in the Kumaon region which is the lake district of India.

Upper Lake, Madhya Pradesh:

Locally called ‘BadaTalaab’, the Upper Lake in Bhopal, is the largest artificial lake in Asia. The major attractions of the lake are the Takia Island and the marine drive.

Vembanad Lake, Kerala:

The longest lake in India and the largest in Kerala, Vembanad Lake is a brackish lagoon. The Snake Boat Race which is the annual major attraction of Kerala is held on this lake.

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