Deepawali (दीपावली) - Popular Indian Festivals

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It is one of the most Popular Festivals of India - Are you ready to celebrate this Diwali with your loved ones? It is just few days around the corner. Diwali is an Indian festival also known as “Deepawali”, which is originated from the Sanskrit, word Dīpāvalī (in Hindi – दीपावली). 

11 November 2012, Sunday	Dhanteras
12 November 2012, Monday	Choti Diwali (Naraka Chaturdashi)
13 November 2012, Tuesday	Diwali / Lakshmi Puja
14 November 2012, Wednesday	Padwa (Govardhan Puja/Annakoot)
15 November 2012, Thursday	Bhaiduj (Yama Dwitiya)

The Festival of Lights, Deepawali is celebrated as an event in all around the India. It is celebrated for the victory of the Good over the Evil and Light over the Darkness. This religious festival has great significance for Hindus, Sikhs and Jains.

Maximum of the people consider Diwali as a festival of 5 days i.e. Dhanteras, Chotti Diwali, Diwali, Padwa and Bhai Dooj. Dhanteras is considred as prosperity and wealth, and people used to buy new products and design their homes with flowers and lights all around. As the name describes Diwali, the festival of lights, you’ll see every part of India decorated with lights.

The festival is celebrated on Ashvina Amavasya i.e. 15 Ashvin according to the Hindu calendar. On the day of Diwali, many of the devotees visit temples and pray to Lakshmi for wealth and wellness in the future and bright up their lives as “Diyas” or lights.

The real joy starts when people blast firecrackers and its looks amazing all around. Colorful lanterns and fairy lights hanging all over display a unique excitement in the mind of peoples.  Many of the people send greeting cards to relatives and friends, but in today’s modern era, it’s very common to send eCards or Diwali SMS. It does not take place only in India but abroad as well. You can visit many online websites on line such as London Diwali; you’ll get to know how people are crazy about this festival. In many places, Deiwali Mela or Fairs adds more joy to this great Hindu festival. It is very popular across the world as large population over 30 million Indians live in overseas countries as guest, students, and workers. NRI’s and PIO plays an important role to the as they are enriching the Indian culture all over the world and spreading Indian culture all around.

Many of the non-resident Indians lives in the USA, Canada, Nepal, Burma, Malaysia, Singapore, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi-Arabia, South-Africa and the United Kingdom (UK).

Get ready to celebrate this Diwali with your friends, family and colleagues. The festival of firecrackers, fireworks, gifts and sweets will be very soon so make your plans well before for celebration of this greatest festival.

As I guess, you may have started planning with most suitable gifts for your family, children, husband or wife, parents, sisters, brothers, friends and neighbors. You can also plan like:

• Who are you going to invite for Diwali 2012?
• What would your guests and family like the most?
• A new Sari for your wife or mother?
• Maybe some beautiful cushions or a wall hanger?
• A certain toy for your kids?
• Silver figurines or artworks for your parents or best friends?

Things to do/Gifts on Diwali

• You can plan for a day trip
• Visit Diwali concert at fairs
• Enjoy music and buy some new music CD’s
• Enjoy fireworks and blasts with firecrackers
• Light up your house with Diyas and Candles
• Send Diwali greeting cards to friends or relatives
• You can write your best whishes on greeting cards
• E-Card is not a bad idea, send to your all friends
• Housewives and Parents can try out new Diwali recipes and dishes
• Invite your friends and neighbors
• Create an artistic Rangoli designs – try some new this time

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Online Shopping Trend in India!

In today’s era and comprehensive internet shopping market doesn't end at one website, there are hundreds of websites that are offering mind blowing shopping services. Flipkart, ebay, Jabong and Myntra are some of  the top shopping websites.

Flipkart is running in the top 10 websites of India and creating a strong marketplace for new online shoppers. It offers several shopping categories but when it comes to fashion and style Jabong.com will be the best choice for you.

Everytime when it comes to make the right choice for shopping, Jabong.com offers shopping in a trendy and stylish way. It has made online shopping easier with great choice of products and services, faster with online payments and Cash on delivery and simpler with different categories under the navigation.  Some of the major catagories on Jabong.com are Clothing, Footwear, Jewellery, accessories, home and living, personal care and many others.

You can also find some of the big brands like Burberry, Calvin Klein, United Colors of Benetton, Arrow, Esprit, French Connection, Adidas, Reebok, Nike, Clarks, and so many others at Jabong.com. It always keep looking at what newer designs and styles you will like the most such as Stella McCartney, Robert Cavalli, Zac Posen, and Marc Jacobs orchestrate.

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Summer Festival - Popular Indian Festivals

Summer Festival is very popular among all the Indians, which is being celebrated in the month of May on Budh Poornima. If you are visiting or going to this festival then it would be unforgettable experience for you. It begins from RTDC Hotel Shikhar and gathers at the Nakki Lake Chowk followed by folk performances of all Gujarat and Rajasthan states.

This cheerful and amazing festival is organized by the Rajasthan Tourism, Municipal Board, Mt. Abu and district administration. The one most amazing to see in this city is the grand finale in which you will be able to varied kind mix of cultures and display of fireworks all three days.

The second and third day of the summer festival is most important as you can find skating race, skater’s show, CRPF Band show, boat race, horse race, tug of war, Panihari Matka Race, Deepdan and many more that adds excitement to celebrate this festival.

Indian Tourister at Tamil Nadu:

Tamil Nadu is covered with several beautiful hill stations and welcomes the visitors or touristers from all around the world. This festival is basically celebrated in the Queen of Hill Stations, “The Evergreen Ooty”. Tourists can also take the advantage of trekking while traveling towards this hill station. You will sure have fun and unforgettable holiday break with your family and friends. Have Fun!

Established  -  26 January 1950

Capital  -  Chennai

Largest city  -  Chennai

Districts - 32 total

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Baisakhi (बैसाखी) – Popular Indian Festivals

Vaisakhi or Baisakhi is popularly known as festival of harvest, it can be describe in Punjabi and Hindi as below:

Punjabi - ਵਿਸਾਖੀ

Hindi - बैसाखी

Baisakhi or Vaishakhi is one of the most popular festivals in the northern India. Basically, it is celebrated in the Punjab region by all Punjabis as an ancient harvest festival.

People have different believes regarding this festival as it is observed by Sikhs with the significance of birth of Khalsa and beginning of the harvest season. It is celebrated on the 1st date of vaisakh or 13 or 14 of April every year.

Punjabis celebrate this festival via Nagar Kirtan and Parades. It is also very popular in United States, Canada and United Kingdom by the Punjabis. People in Punjab have special significance in their minds for Sikh religion as on this day 1699, their tenth Guru Gobind Singh Ji organized the order of the khalsa.

Celebrations by Farmers:

On this special occasion of Baisakhi, farmers thank god for the bountiful crop and pray for good times ahead, participate in different shows like singing and dancing, Punjab has unique values of its Punjabi Dhol and Bhangra. They also participate in many other activities like Nagar Kirtan, Traditional Punjabi Style Bhangra by Men’s and Gidha by Women’s. Bhangra is most popular dance folk dance of Punjab and has gained a tremendous popularity during the time. Now it has become a source of dance for everyone in India.

There is huge information about this superb festival only on IndianTourister.com as you can find more details below:

About Baisakhi	Baisakhi Delights	Baisakhi Fun
Baisakhi Festival	Baisakhi Songs	Baisakhi SMS
History of Baisakhi	Baisakhi Dance	Baisakhi Poem
Legends of Baisakhi	Baisakhi Dress	Baisakhi Essay
Baisakhi Day	Baisakhi Recipes	Baisakhi Cards
Customs and Traditions	Karah Prasad	Baisakhi Messages
Harvest Festival	Langar
Baisakhi Celebrations	Baisakhi Gift Ideas
When is Baisakhi ?

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Holi (होली)- Popular Indian Festivals

One of the most popular festivals of India Holi, the festivals of colors is celebrated in the month of Phalgun according to the Gregorian calendar. This festival is very popular in all over India as it brings happiness and friendship when we play together with the colors of joy.

Many people prepare themselves well on this special occasion of festival. For kids, it is a festival of joy as they use different kind Pichkaries and colors to lure each other. Elders also play on this festival with each others and color with Gullal and much other type of colors.

Womenfolk also start preparations for the Holi as they cook loads of Gujiya, Mathri and Papri for their friends and family. It is also a season of spring which is celebrated through Holi festival.

There are so many top Indian festivals, which are popular among all Indians, but Holi has its unique history and chapters to explain. It is specially celebrated by the Hindu peoples as it is popularly known as Hindu festival.

Holika Dahan is the major activity done by the peoples on the eve of Holi. This tradition is more popular in Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh and Orissa to render gratefulness to Agni, god of fire. Ash left from after Holika dahan is applied by the people on their foreheads as they consider it as sacred which will save them from evil forces.

On this superb occasion of festival people play with colors in the day time. Almost all shops and offices remain close on that day. Some people used to drink on this occasion to enjoy the festival, but it’s injurious for health to drink in excess and spoils the spirit. It’s my personal experience as I have many people drunkard and sleeping over the roads and streets. Some of them used to have bhang according to the traditional way of celebrating Holi. 

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Dulandi Holi	Tradition of Thandai	Holi Greetings	Holika and Prahlad
Rangpanchami	Tradition of Bhang	Holi Cards	Kaamadeva
Basant Utsav	Holi in Film Industry	Holi Massages	Dhundhi
Dol Purnima	Holi Mela	Holi Poems	Radha-krishna
Lathmaar Holi	Holi Songs	Holi Essay	Pootana
Hola Mohalla	Holi Songs from Bollywood	-	-
Shimgo	Bhajan on Holi	-	-
Kaman Pandigai	Holi Safety Tips	-	-

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Himachal Pradesh – A Travel Guide by Indian Tourister

Introduction

Himachal, the Land of Gods is also known as “Devbhumi”, a beautiful hill state in northern India. IndianTourister will take to each an every part of Himachal. Many of the parts in the Himachal are covered with snow under the ranges of various mountains.

About Himachal Tourism

It is very popular state in northern india among tourists as it offers several natural attractions, landscapes, landmarks, activities and many other things to do and see.  

Tourist Attractions in Himachal - Label

Restaurants in Himachal

Himachal Hotels and Accommodation

Festivals and Events

Travel Tips

Activities to Do in Himachal

There are several activities to do and things to explore in Himachal. Travelers who are visiting Himachal have many options to enjoy the adventurous activities during the trip. Some of the most popular adventure activities are:

Golf: is one of the most popular games and only found in Naldhera, which is the oldest golf course in India. It is located around 23Km from Shimla and visited by thousands of new travelers every year. Basically, this golf course was established by British victory of India, Lord Curzon. It is a course with 9 holes regarded as most challenging in the country. It is well maintained by Himachal Tourism.

Trekking: Start your trip with trekking when you will reach Himachal. Himachal is full of adventure and offers you various options of trekking in all over the Himachal. Shimla, Kullu valley, Kinnaur, Lahaul and Spiti are added as most popular trekking areas in Himachal.

Skiing: If you are planning any trip to Himachal during winters, then skiing will be the best adventures activity to do. Kuffri is one of the most popular places located near Shimla. It is India’s oldest place which is associated with skiing activities in winters. Manali also offers you skiing in the Solang area, which is associated with skiing activities.  

Camping: Himachal is the best option if you are planning for camping. It is one of the best ways to explore the natural resources. There are several popular places for camping in Himachal. Many of the camping activities are done under the Himachal Tourism. For camping you need to carry a tent for accommodation and catering for your leaving. You can do various activities during your camping like hikes, fishing, nature tours, rafting and many others.

Para-Gliding: Riding with warm thermal currents of the air, is the best and most adventures activity to explore. It also offers Para-Gliding in various parts of the state including Billing (Kangra), Bundla Dhar (Bilaspur), Kullu Valley, Pabbar Valley (Rohru). Among all, billing is most popular as it has been served by five national and three International hang-gliding rallies since 1984. It is also rewarded as best para-gliding place by Indian Tourister. During winters billing is full of snow and diverts its identity into an attraction. Several touristers visit billing to enjoy the snowfall and to see the panoramic view of all Kangra Valley from the height.

Mountaineering: Another most adventures activity to do is Mountaineering. If you are in Himachal and looking for mountaineering, then you are at right place. Start your trip from Chandra Bhaga ranges and Deo Tibba area as a beginner. Manali offers you perfect mountaineering places like, Hauman Tibba, Shitidhar Peaks etc. you may be treated as most adventures person if you are doing mountaineering. You have to use your hands, feet and the safety rope that will help while climbing on a rock.  

Transportation in Himachal

The best ways to reach Himachal are roadways, airways and railways, but buses are most common and easiest way to reach Himachal. However buses are slow but cheaper too than other medium of traveling.

By Roadways: There are several bus operators which are offering excellent bus services with world class facilities. Ac and non Ac buses are easily available in all bus stations. HRTC (Himachal Road Transport Corporation) is the local bus transport service of Himachal Pradesh, which will help travelers to travel to/from any destination. HRTC has connections with all the major destinations of northern India including Chandigarh, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Uttrakhand.

By Airways: There are three most commonly used airports, Bhuntar Airport, Gaggal Airport and Jubbarhatti Airport.

• Bhuntar Airport is located in the Kullu district of Himachal, which is around 10Km from the centre of the city and 50Km from Manali. Jagson flights run on regular basis from Delhi to Bhuntar.
• Gaggal Airport is located in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, which is about 8Km from centre of the city. Dharamshala is about 13Km from the airport. This airport is also known as Dharamshala Airport linked by Air Deccan and Kingfisher Red flights on daily basis to/from Delhi. Basically flights are based on whether conditions.
• Jubbarhatti Airport (23Km from Shimla) is well linked with Air Deccan and Jagson Airlines to/from Delhi. It is always full with heavy rush of travelers visiting shimla. This airport is located in the city of beautiful hills of Himachal.

By Train: Himachal is located in the northern side of India and being a hilly area it is not possible to maintain train network, but still there are narrow gauge train links, which is also known as queen of hills. Two train networks in Himachal are very popular one is Kalka – Shimla and second one is Jogindar Nagar – Pathankot. Travelers can travel by trains if they really want to explore Himachal. It is one of the cheapest ways to explore any part of Himachal.

Useful Details:

Capital: Shimla

State Bird: Monal

Population: 6,856,509 (2011 Census)

Area: 55,673

Districts: 12

Major Tourism office: is located in Shimla, capital city of Himachal Pradesh.

Tel +91-177-78302 Fax 212591

Airports: Kullu, Shimla, Dharamshala

Major Rivers: Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Parbati

Language Spoken – Hindi, Punjabi, Pahari (Boli), Mandyali (Boli)

Best Time to Visit: Mid May to Mid October, late December to March

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Maha Shivratri (महाशिवरात्रि) - Popular Indian Festival

Maha Shivratri (महाशिवरात्रि) is one of the most popular Hindu festivals. Shivratri means the night of Lord Shiva, which is celebrated on 13^th/14^th day of Maagha or Phalguna month of Hindu calendar. This festival is celebrated with all day fasting and all night long vigil in according to spiritual traditions. In this year 2012, it is to be celebrated on 20^th of Feb.

A week long Maha Shivratri festival held at Mandi, the Indian state of Himachal Parades every year. This fair has also got its existence at international level and particularly known as International Mandi Shivratri fair.

There are several facts to display that why Indian Shivratri Festival is so popular at international level. Here is the guide, which will let you know about all the facts.

1^st Fact: It is said that Lord Shiva get married with Goddess Parvati on this very day.

2^nd Fact: On this holy night of lord Shiva, it is said that lord Shiva has revealed Tandva. Tandva is dance of primordial conception, preservation, sustenance and destruction.

3^rd Fact: Lord Shiva is known with various attributes like Mahayogi, Chandrashekhar, Shiv Ji, Mahadeva, Neel Kanth and many others.

4^th Fact: It’s a real fact that, who worship lord Shiva with dedication and devotion, lord Shiva grants them desired fruits in their lives.

You should also worship Lord Shiva with full dedication and concentration on this auspicious night of Maha Shivratri. God will sure take care of you.

More about Lord Shiva or Attributes of Lord Shiva:

Cremation Ground	Tiger Skin
Ganga	Varda Mudra
Half Open Eyes	Matted Locks
The Crescent Moon	Nandi
Kundalas	Vasuki Naga – Snake
Kamandalu	Rudraksha Neclace
Snake Around the Neck	Trident or Trishula

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List of all Districts in Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh covers a total area of about 55,673 km2 including 12 districts named as below: According to the latest census 2011 Himachal has population about 6,856,509. Shimla is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh which is covered wtih Himalyan mountain ranges. For further information you can click on specific district to know more about Himachal. You will be able to find all the details about attractions, shopping, nightlife, hotels, travel options and many more.

S. No.	District	Population	Area in km2	Headquarters
1	Bilaspur	3,82,056	1167	Bilaspur
2	Chamba	5,18,844	6528	Chamba
3	Hamirpur	4,54,293	1118	Hamirpur
4	Kangra	15,07,223	5739	Dharamsala
5	Kinnaur	84298	6401	Reckong Peo
6	Kullu	4,37,474	5503	Kullu
7	Lahaul and Spiti	31528	13835	Keylong
8	Mandi	9,99,518	3950	Mandi
9	Shimla	8,13,384	5131	Shimla
10	Sirmaur	5,30,164	2825	Nahan
11	Solan	5,76,670	1936	Solan
12	Una	5,21,057	1540	Una

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Last Updated - 17-2-2012

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Facts About India - Proud to be an Indian

Jai Hind: - I Specially Need Comments on Following questions and later I will add top answers on this website with your name and specifications of your answer, So be reliable to your answer and let the world know about India:

1. Why are you proud to be an Indian?
2. What Makes you love India like crazy?
3. Do you think that Saying Mera Bharat Mahan is enough?

Answer at Comments below_

Let the world know about real India:

According the facts book of India and online Research, we have found some facts which you may really want to know:

More than 3.22 Million Indians are working in America.

• 38% of Doctors in America are Indians
• 12% of Scientists in America are Indians.
• 36% of NASA employees are Indians.
• 34% of MICROSOFT employees are Indians.
• 28% of IBM employees are Indians.
• 17% of INTEL employees are Indians.
• 13% of XEROX employees are Indians.

All of above facts were published in a German Magazine, which world history facts.

• India has invented the Number system.
• Aryabhatta Invented Zero.
• The world’s first university was established Takshila in 700BC. There were more than 10,500 students from all over the world who studied more than 60 subjects.
• The University of Nalanda was built in the 4^th century BC. It was one of the greatest achievements of India in education.
• Sanskrit is the mother of all European languages. It is also most suitable language for computer software reported in Forbes magazine, July 1987.

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• Ayurveda is developed by Indians and known as earliest school of medicine. Charaka, the father of medicine consolidated Ayurveda 25000 years ago.
• India was the richest country on earth until the time of British invasion in early 17^th century.
• The art of Navigation was born in the River Sindh 6000 years ago.
• The world navy is taken from Sanskrit ‘Nou’.

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• Bhaskaracharya an Indian calculated the time taken by the earth to orbit the sun hundreds of years before the astronomer smart. Time taken by earth to orbit the sun: 5^th century (365.258756484 Days).
• Budhayana first calculated the value of pi, and also explained the concept of Pythagorean Theorem in 6^th century. It’s all been founded by Budhayana before the European mathematicians algebra, trigonometry and calculus came from India.
• The largest used number is Tera 1012 (10 to the power of 12). Sridhanaracharya found these equations in the 11^th century.

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• According to the Gemological Institute of Ameraica, up until 1896, India was the only source for diamonds to the world.
• According to Saka King ruradaman I of 150 CE a beautiful lake called ‘Sudarshana’ was constructed on the hills of Raivataka during the Chanddragupta Maurya’s time.

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• Chess (Also known as Shatranja or AshtaPada) was invented in India.

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• The place value system and the decimal system were developed in India in 100 BC. India also established Harappan culture in Sindhu Valley (Indus Valley Civilization).

And so on...the list is endless...

We Just need to see at the glimpse of Great India that it really have, if it is not, then it means that we are not working up to the potentials and need something more to make India shine once again. Lets make India ever shining and inspiring country.

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Indian States Information - Population | Area | Pin Codes | Capitals | Districts | Divisions | Tourist Guide

There are 28 States in India making it one of the most populous countries in the world. Every information about particular state is given as below. You can also get all the latest information about Indian Satates on IndianTourister.com. IndianTourister also  offers you latest updates of 2011 census population. India has total 35 Divisions, which includes 28 States and 7 Unions Territories.

Division	Dist	Population	Area(km.²)	PIN	Capital
Andaman and Nicobar Islands	2	379,944	8,249	744	Port Blair
Andhra Pradesh	23	84,665,533	275,068	50-53	Hyderabad
Arunachal Pradesh	15	1,382,611	83,743	790-792	Itanagar
Assam	23	31,169,272	78,438	78	Dispur
Bihar	37	103,804,637	99,200	80-85	Patna
Chandigarh	1	1,054,686	114	16	Chandigarh
Chhattisgarh	16	25,540,196	135,194	49	Raipur
Dadra and Nagar Haveli	1	342,853	491	396	Silvassa
Daman and Diu	2	242,911	112	396	Daman
Delhi	1	16,753,235	1,483	11	Delhi
Goa	2	1,457,723	3,702	403	Panaji
Gujarat	25	60,383,628	196,024	36-39	Gandhinagar
Haryana	19	25,753,081	44,212	12-13	Chandigarh
Himachal Pradesh	12	6,856,509	55,673	17	Shimla
Jammu and Kashmir	14	12,548,926	222,236	18-19	Srinagar, Jammu
Jharkhand	18	32,966,238	74,677	814-835	Ranchi
Karnataka	27	61,130,704	191,791	56-59	Bangalore
Kerala	14	33,387,677	38,863	67-69	Thiruvananthapuram
Lakshadweep	1	64,429	32	673	Kavaratti
Madhya Pradesh	48	72,597,565	308,252	45-48	Bhopal
Maharashtra	35	112,372,972	307,690	40-44	Mumbai
Manipur	9	2,721,756	22,327	795-796	Imphal
Meghalaya	7	2,964,007	22,429	793-794	Shillong
Mizoram	8	1,091,014	21,081	796	Aizawl
Nagaland	8	1,980,602	16,579	797-798	Kohima
Orissa	30	41,947,358	155,707	75-77	Bhubaneswar
Puducherry	4	1,244,464	492	605	Puducherry
Punjab	17	27,704,236	50,362	14-15	Chandigarh
Rajasthan	32	68,621,012	342,239	30-34	Jaipur
Sikkim	4	607,688	7,096	737	Gangtok
Tamil Nadu	30	72,138,958	130,058	60-64	Chennai
Tripura	4	3,671,032	10,486	799	Agartala
Uttarakhand	13	10,116,752	51,125	246-263	Dehradun
Uttar Pradesh	70	199,581,477	243,286	20-28	Lucknow
West Bengal	19	91,347,736	88,752	70-74	Kolkata
Total = 35 divisions

PIN: Indian postal codes (postal index numbers) are of six digits.

Capital: Srinagar is the summer capital, and Jammu the winter capital, of Jammu and Kashmir.

Area: Jammu and Kashmir includes areas claimed by Pakistan and China.

Dist: Find Number of districts in each division.

Population: Latest 2011 census, final figures.

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Hotels in India - Booking Information

Hotels In India - States

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Pilgrimage Sites or Destinations in India

• Vaishno Devi
• Tirupati Balaji
• Golden Temple
• Hemkund Sahib
• Bodhgaya
• Rishikesh
• Haridwar
• Varanasi
• Kanyakumari
• Madurai
• Mathura
• Hampi
• Shirdi
• Puri
• Pushkar
• Puttaparthi
• Ranakpur
• Churches of Goa

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Wildlife Destinations in India

• Bandhavgarh National Park
• Corbett National Park
• Gir National Park and Sanctuary
• Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
• Kanha National Park
• Kaziranga National Park
• Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
• Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
• Ranthambore National Park
• Sasangir Wildlife Sanctuary
• Sariska Tiger Reserve
• Sunderbans National Park

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Honeymoon Destinations in India

There are Several Honeymoon destinations in India for touristers or honeymooners.

Honeymoon in Goa:

Honeymoon in Goa

Goa is the perfect honeymoon destination, whosoever is looking for honeymoon destinations in India. If you are searching for any honeymoon destination, then don’t worry we are here to plan everything for you. There is not only a single place in Goa for your honeymoon, but there are lots of amazing places to make your honeymoon a wonderful experience. You can simply reach Goa with your life partner by train, air or bus. India has several transport options by which you can easily reach Goa. You will easily get Hotels and accommodations in Goa as we have discussed in “Hotels booking information” section.

During your honeymoon we suggest you to visit some of the interesting places which are located in the state of Goa. Some of them are Beaches, Churches, Temples, Museums and wildlife sanctuaries. You will surly enjoy an exotic honeymoon in Goa in any season. It doesn't matter what season or time will be best for your honeymoon, it’s always full of joy with delightful locations that will add more fun in your honeymoon. So be prepared with your spouse for a wonderful experience of honeymoon.

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One can also visit hill stations like Nainital, Darjeeling, Kokaikanal, Shimla, Srinagar, Coorg, Khandala Manali and Ooty for a perfect honeymoon vacation.

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Heritage Destinations in India

• Taj Mahal
• Nalanda
• Neemrana Fort
• Devigarh Palace
• Fatehpur Sikri
• Konark Temples
• Mahabaleshwar
• Khajuraho Temples
• Ajanta-Ellora Caves

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Hill Stations in India

• Dalhousie
• Auli
• Darjeeling
• Dehradun
• Gangtok
• Khandala
• Kullu
• Lonavala
• Manali
• Mount Abu
• Munnar
• Kodaikanal
• Coorg
• Coonoor
• Kasauli
• Kashmir
• Khajjiar
• Mussoorie
• Nainital
• Ooty
• Shimla
• Srinagar
• Mahabaleshwar

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Theme Holiday Travel Destinations of India

» Ananda-Spa-Resorts                                      » Himalayan Expeditions 
» All-Inclusive-India Travel                               » Houseboats Holidays 
» Ayurveda Holidays                                         » Inbound Tours 
» Beaches of India                                            » India Tours  
» Buddhist Tours                                               » Jeep Safari in India 
» Budget Tours                                                 » Jungle Tours in India 
» Chardham Tour                                             » Kerala Backwaters 
» Churches of Goa                                            » India Luxury Train Tour 
» Cultural Tours                                                » Nature Tours 
» Desert Safari in India                                     » Naturopathy 
» East India Travel                                            » South India Temples  
» EcoTours in India                                           » Spa and Resorts    
» Elephant safari in India                                  » Taj Mahal Tours                  
» Ganga-Ganges Tour                                       » Temple Tours of India
» India Golden Triangle                                    » Wildlife Safari in India
» Wonders of India 

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Top Indian Festivals - Most Popular Festivals of India

Indian Festivals are very popular in all over the world. The land of diversity (India) is also described as the land of festivals and religions. The festivals of India shows rich culture and heritage of the country. Here is the complete information of all Indian Festivals (2012). Festivals has become an integral part of people's life and celebrated as events, dances, fairs, joy, happiness and many more.

Top Indian Festivals
Most Popular Festivals of India	Festival Time/Days	Where
Feast of Three Kings	9 days	Goa
Bikaner Camel Festival	Jan 8-9 / 2 days	Bikaner
Yuru Kabgyat	Jan 10-11 / 2 days	Ladakh
Lohri	Jan 13 / 1 day	Punjab
Makar Sankranti	Jan 14 / 1 day	Entire India
Dehing Patkai Festival	Jan 16-19 / 4 days
Republic Day	Jan 26 / 1 day	Entire India
Basant Panchami	Jan 28 / 1 days	Entire India
Nagaur Fair	Jan 30-Feb 02 / 4 days	Kota
Baneshwar Fair	Feb 3-7 / 5 days	Udaipur
Desert Festival	Feb 5-7 / 3 days	Jaisalmer
Matho Nagrang	Feb 7-8 / 2 days	Ladakh
Elephant Festival Assam	Feb 11-17 / 7 days	Data 9
Kolkata Film festival	Feb 15 / 1 day	Kolkata
Taj Mahotsav	Feb 18-27 / 10 days	Agra
Dosmoche	Feb 19-20 / 2 days	Leh
Shivaji Jayanti	Feb 19 / 1 day	Mumbai
Shivaratri	Feb 20 / 1 day	Entire India
Bhavnath Fair	Mar 3 /1 day	Gujarat
Elephanta Festival	Mar 7 / 1 day	Mumbai
Holi	Mar 8 / 1 day	Entire India
Holla Mohalla	Mar 9 /1 day	Delhi, Haryana
Ugadi	Mar 23 / 1 day	Andhra Pradesh
Gangaur Festival	Mar 25-26 / 2 days	Rajasthan
Mewar Festival	Mar 25-27 / 3 days	Udaipur
Ram Navami	Apr 1 / 1 day	Entire India
Hanuman Jayanti	Apr 6 /1 day	Entire India
Good Friday	Apr 6 / 1 day	Entire India
Mahavir Jayanti	Apr 6 / 1 day	Entire India
Ambedkar Jayanti	Apr 14 / 1 day	Entire India
Summer Festival	May 4-6 / 3 days	Mount Abu
Buddha Jayanti	May 6 / 1 day	Himachal Pradesh
Rath Yatra	Jun 21 / 1 day	Puri
Mahankali Jatra	Jun 24 / 1 day	Andhra Pradesh
Hemis Festival	Jun 29-30 / 2 days	Leh & Ladakh
Guru Purnima	Jul 3 / 1 day	Rishikesh
Bastille Day	Jul 14 / 1 day	Pondicherry
Gu-Stor	Jul 16-17 / 2 days	Ladakh & Zanskar
Phyang Tsedup	Jul 16-17 / 2 days	Ladakh
Teej	Jul 22-23 / 2 days	Rajasthan
Nag Panchami	Jul 24 / 1 day	Karnataka
Raksha Bandhan	Aug 2 / 1 day	Entire India
Janmashtami	Aug 10 / 1 day	Entire India
Independence day	Aug 15 / 1 day	Entire India
Id-ul-Fitr	Aug 19 / 1 day	Entire India
Ahilyabai Holkar’s Birthday	Aug 31 \ 1 day	Maheshwar
Ladakh Festival	Sep 1-15 / 15 days	Ladakh, Leh
Teachers Day	Sep 5 / 1 days	Entire India
Ganesh Chaturthi	Sep 19 / 1 day	Entire India
Tarnetar Fair	Sep 19-21 / 3 days	Gujarat
Paryushan Parva	Sep 20-29 / 10 days	Entire India
Pitr Paksha	Sep 30-Oct 15 / 16 days	Entire India
Gandhi Jayanthi	Oct 2 / 1 day	Entire India
Dhanteras	Oct 15 / 1 day	Entire India
Dussehra	Oct 24 / 1 day	Entire India
Id-al-Adha	Oct 26 / 1 day	Entire India
Id-ul-Zuha	Oct 26 / 1 day	Entire India
Marwar Festival	Oct 28-29 / 2 days	Jodhpur
Chemrey Angchok Festival	Nov 11-12 / 2 days	Ladakh
Bandi	Nov 13 / 1 day	Punjab
Diwali	Nov 13 / 1 day	Entire India
Lakshmi Puja	Nov 13 / 1 day	Entire India
Govardhan Puja	Nov 14 / 1 day	Entire India
Children’s Day	Nov 15 / 1 day	Entire India
Muharrum	Nov 15 / 1 day	Entire India
Bhaia Dooj	Jul 24/1 day	Entire India
Pushkar Fair	Nov 20-28 / 9 days	Pushkar
Puri Beach Festival	Nov 23-27 / 5 days	Puri
Chandrabhaga Fair	Nov 27-29 / 3 days	Jaipur, Bundi
Kartika Purnima	Nov 28 / 1 day	Entire India
Guru Nanak Jayanti	Nov 28 / 1 day	Delhi, Punjab
Hornbill Festival	Dec 1-7 / 7 days	Nagaland
Konark Dance & Music	Dec 1-5 / 5 days	Konark
Losar	Dec 14 / 1 day	Himachal Pradesh
Christmas	Dec 25 / 1 day	Entire India
Bishnupur Festival	Dec 27-31 / 5 days	Santiniketan
Winter Festival	Dec 29-31 / 3 days	Mount Abu

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