Here is a list of the most popular hill stations in India.
1. Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
National Parks in India
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Tourists visit national parks every year to click pictures of animals and enjoy the view of watching them in their natural habitat. The first national park in India was established in 1936 and named Hailey National Park which is now known as the Jim Corbett National Park.
Currently there are some 102 national parks in India and the number is expected to be increased to 166. Here is the statewise list of national parks in India:
- Andaman and Nicobar — Campbell Bay National Park, Galathea National Park, Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Middle Button Island National Park, Mount Harriet National Park, North Button Island National Park, Rani Jhansi Marine National Park, Saddle Peak National Park, South Button Island National Park.
- Andhra Pradesh — Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park, Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park, Mrugavani National Park, Sri Venkateswara National Park.
- Arunachal Pradesh — Mouling National Park, Namdapha National Park.
- Assam — Dibru-Saikhowa National Park, Kaziranga National Park, Manas National Park, Nameri National Park, Orang National Park.
- Bihar — Valmiki National Park.
- Chhattisgarh — Indravati National Park, Kanger Ghati National Park.
- Goa — Mollem National Park.
- Gujarat — Blackbuck National Park, Gir National Park, Gulf of Kachchh Marine National Park, Vansda National Park.
- Haryana — Kalesar National Park, Sultanpur National Park.
- Himachal Pradesh — Great Himalayan National Park, Pin Valley National Park.
- Jammu and Kashmir — Dachigam National Park, Hemis National Park, Kishtwar National Park, Qazinag National Park, Salim Ali National Park.
- Jharkhand — Betla National Park, Hazaribag National Park.
- Karnataka — Anshi National Park, Bandipur National Park, Bannerghatta National Park, Kudremukh National Park, Nagarhole National Park.
- Kerala — Eravikulam National Park, Mathikettan Shola National Park, Periyar National Park, Silent Valley National Park.
- Madhya Pradesh — Bandhavgarh National Park, Fossil National Park, Kanha National Park, Madhav National Park, Panna National Park, Sanjay National Park, Satpura National Park, Van Vihar National Park & Zoo.
- Maharashtra — Borivili National Park, Chandoli National Park, Gugamal National Park, Navegaon National Park, Pench National Park, Tadoba National Park.
- Manipur — Keibul Lamjao National Park, Sirohi National Park.
- Meghalaya — Balphakram National Park, Nokrek National Park.
- Mizoram — Murlen National Park, Phawngpui Blue Mountain National Park.
- Nagaland — Ntangki National Park.
- Orissa — Bhitarkanika National Park, Nandankanan National Park, Simlipal National Park.
- Punjab — Harike Wetland.
- Rajasthan — Darrah National Park, Desert National Park, Keoladeo National Park, Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary, Ranthambore National Park, Sariska National Park.
- Sikkim — Khangchendzonga National Park.
- Tamil Nadu — Anamalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Guindy National Park, Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park, Mudumalai National Park, Mukurthi National Park, Palani Hills National Park.
- Uttar Pradesh — Dudhwa National Park.
- Uttarakhand — Corbett National Park, Gangotri National Park, Govind Pashu Vihar, Nanda Devi National Park, Rajaji National Park, Valley of Flowers National Park.
- West Bengal — Buxa Tiger Reserve, Gorumara National Park, Jaldapara National Park, Neora Valley National Park, Singalila National Park, Sundarbans National Park.
New Year Celebration in Goa
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Goa - one of the less obvious destinations for a New Year party. Goa nonetheless has everything you would hope for with calm weather, lovely beachfront setting, lively yet comparatively restrained parties and of course a genuinely friendly welcome.
New Year Events & Party
The main new year party is centered on Anjuna Beach, and don't worry if you've seen and heard negative things about beach parties on the wild islands of Thailand, this is a much more relaxed and chilled out scene, although the proliferation of backpackers does still mean a big party that will last well into the next day.
Around the Goa area there are a number of top hotels, and they compete with the restaurants and bars to get the most visitors in for their new year parties. Among the top events to look out for coming New Year 2014 are:
- New Year Party at The LaLiT Resort in Goa features a music , live DJs, 3D visual display from top acts including Kohra and Dan Booth and even a pirate ship, Arjun Vagale, BLOT.
- The Grand Hyatt in Goa, Bambolim is hosting a Black and White party with a buffet, premium bar, band and music from DJ Peppy.
- Rooftop Lounge Bar & Grill, Vasco Da Gama have their annual new year's eve party with dancing, luxury buffet and live music from popular local band Gravity.
- The Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa, Arrosim Beach are holding a New Year Masquerade Ball, with fine dining menu, live music by DJ Merwin and Crimson Tide and plenty of cocktails and champagne!
- You can enjoy also big Parties at the Camelot Water World, Submerge NYE at Red Square and the IRFD New Year Bash at Molly Malone's in Bardez.
Top 10 Wildlife Sanctuaries in Kerala
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Kerala is dwelling to an intriguing medley of luxurious, tropical moist, semi evergreen and deciduous forests in the entire of South India.
The broad kind of endemic species and rare flora and fauna make it one of the most sought after destination for persons enthusiastic on wildlife.
Did you understand that Kerala has about 30% of plantation area and there are 11 wildlife sanctuaries, 5 bird sanctuaries and 5 nationwide reserves in the state? In this item, we will converse about the well known wildlife sanctuaries of Kerala.
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (Periyar Tiger Reserve) the superb ambience of this sanctuary and the enchanting high grounds of the Western Ghats attract plenty of environmental lovers because this is where you can actually relish wildlife.
This sanctuary is located in the Idukki locality in Kerala. Know-how the thrill of following the footsteps of a tiger, pathway it in the wilderness, and if you are hugely fortuitous location a matter too. Proceed bamboo rafting for a musical and mesmerizing trip of Periyar stream and enjoy the calm and silence.
Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Reclining peacefully in the South-East corner of the strong Western Ghats this wildlife sanctuary is home to 176 species of birds, 40 species of fishes, 39 species of mammals, 30 species of reptiles and 17 species of amphibians. One day and two day trekking tours are arranged at this sanctuary so you can not only locate the animals, but also wonder at the magnificent Agasthyakoodam hill, named after the famous sage, Agasthya.
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
This sanctuary also renowned as ‘Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary’ is an elongation of Bandipur nationwide Park in Kerala. You can glimpse a wealthy assemblage of endemic species of flora and fauna here.
The forest agents fiercely guard the biological heritage of this book, and you can proceed on trekking tours to locate the animals. Subtropical savannahs and lush timber plantations are the focus of this sanctuary located in the Wayanad district. It is the second biggest wildlife sanctuary in Kerala. Very often herds of elephants are glimpsed roaming beside to the Wayanad – Mysore street.
Peechi Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary
This sanctuary is advised to be the second oldest sanctuary in Kerala. You can glimpse parts of Machadmala Bahranipachamala and Paravattanimala when you visit this sanctuary located at distance of about 20 km. from Thrissur. This sanctuary houses Peechi Dam and Vazhani Dam.
It is part of the picturesque Palapilli-Nelliampathy timber plantations. Carnivores like tiger, leopard, jungle cat and herbivores like the barking deer, sambar deer, dotted deer, Indian bison and Asian elephants are often spotted here.
Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary
This little sanctuary spanning a expanse of about 55 rectangle kilometers, is established on the to the north part of the Western Ghats. A trek in these timber plantations needs high power levels because the elevation levels are from 50m to 1145m. The largest issue is Katti Betta, which is established at an elevation of 1145m.
Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
Established in the Palakkad locality in Kerala, this sanctuary spans 285 rectangle kilometers of plantation area. The sanctuary is furthermore a tiger reserve locality and hence, well-protected ecological.
The biodiversity in the plantation supports plenty of endemic species as well. The meandering creeks, the luxurious landscapes and the thrill of dotting wildlife in their natural habitat; all these characteristics make Parambikulam very exceptional and exclusive.
Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
Idukki is one of the most beautiful areas in the state and the sanctuary, with its area of 77 rectangle kilometers is established only 40 kilometers from Thodupuzha. Elephants, bison, gaur, sambar deer, untamed canines, jungle cats and untamed boars are effortlessly spotted throughout a trek. Another focus of this sanctuary is its enchanting lake enclosed by canopied deciduous trees.
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
This sanctuary is established in the Idukki district, and is dwelling to a large number of animals and plants. Since it is established in Western Ghats, the rainfall shadow region where you can view various types of unique thorny vegetation.The dry timber plantations of Chinnar house a threatened species belonging to the reptilian family – Albizia lathamii.
Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary
Established beside Kollam, Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary contains an inquisitive blend of deciduous and tropical evergreen timber plantations. You can relish abounding of animals and birds while trekking through the sanctuary. The broad forests will make the going tough, but an experienced direct can help you wade through it. You can furthermore glimpse the Shendurney stream, another highlight of this plantation.
Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary
Southern Birdwing at Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary It is another sanctuary where the Government of Kerala has shown a keen interest. Established at an expense of about 30 kilometers from the Thrissur district, this sanctuary houses an intriguing mix of trees and animals. Evergreen forests, semi -evergreen and leaf shedding plantation are glimpsed here.
Leopards, tigers, elephants, bears, wild pigs, untamed bison are often dotted throughout trekking trips. If you are a prolific bird and a butterfly viewer, you will love this place. It is home to numerous rare species of butterflies like south Birdwing and azure Mormon.
Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary
Established 50 kilometers from the capital town of Kerala, Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary is furthermore a little site, spanning just 53 rectangle kilometers. But that doesn’t constrain the fantastic appeal held by the crystal clear water, the dam and the rocky terrain.You will be interested to understand that the dam here provides consuming water to Thiruvananthapuram and its surrounding localities. Ornithologists, wildlife and trekking enthusiasts frequent this area every year.
The broad kind of endemic species and rare flora and fauna make it one of the most sought after destination for persons enthusiastic on wildlife.
Did you understand that Kerala has about 30% of plantation area and there are 11 wildlife sanctuaries, 5 bird sanctuaries and 5 nationwide reserves in the state? In this item, we will converse about the well known wildlife sanctuaries of Kerala.
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (Periyar Tiger Reserve) the superb ambience of this sanctuary and the enchanting high grounds of the Western Ghats attract plenty of environmental lovers because this is where you can actually relish wildlife.
This sanctuary is located in the Idukki locality in Kerala. Know-how the thrill of following the footsteps of a tiger, pathway it in the wilderness, and if you are hugely fortuitous location a matter too. Proceed bamboo rafting for a musical and mesmerizing trip of Periyar stream and enjoy the calm and silence.
Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Reclining peacefully in the South-East corner of the strong Western Ghats this wildlife sanctuary is home to 176 species of birds, 40 species of fishes, 39 species of mammals, 30 species of reptiles and 17 species of amphibians. One day and two day trekking tours are arranged at this sanctuary so you can not only locate the animals, but also wonder at the magnificent Agasthyakoodam hill, named after the famous sage, Agasthya.
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
This sanctuary also renowned as ‘Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary’ is an elongation of Bandipur nationwide Park in Kerala. You can glimpse a wealthy assemblage of endemic species of flora and fauna here.
The forest agents fiercely guard the biological heritage of this book, and you can proceed on trekking tours to locate the animals. Subtropical savannahs and lush timber plantations are the focus of this sanctuary located in the Wayanad district. It is the second biggest wildlife sanctuary in Kerala. Very often herds of elephants are glimpsed roaming beside to the Wayanad – Mysore street.
Peechi Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary
This sanctuary is advised to be the second oldest sanctuary in Kerala. You can glimpse parts of Machadmala Bahranipachamala and Paravattanimala when you visit this sanctuary located at distance of about 20 km. from Thrissur. This sanctuary houses Peechi Dam and Vazhani Dam.
It is part of the picturesque Palapilli-Nelliampathy timber plantations. Carnivores like tiger, leopard, jungle cat and herbivores like the barking deer, sambar deer, dotted deer, Indian bison and Asian elephants are often spotted here.
This little sanctuary spanning a expanse of about 55 rectangle kilometers, is established on the to the north part of the Western Ghats. A trek in these timber plantations needs high power levels because the elevation levels are from 50m to 1145m. The largest issue is Katti Betta, which is established at an elevation of 1145m.
Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
Established in the Palakkad locality in Kerala, this sanctuary spans 285 rectangle kilometers of plantation area. The sanctuary is furthermore a tiger reserve locality and hence, well-protected ecological.
The biodiversity in the plantation supports plenty of endemic species as well. The meandering creeks, the luxurious landscapes and the thrill of dotting wildlife in their natural habitat; all these characteristics make Parambikulam very exceptional and exclusive.
Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
Idukki is one of the most beautiful areas in the state and the sanctuary, with its area of 77 rectangle kilometers is established only 40 kilometers from Thodupuzha. Elephants, bison, gaur, sambar deer, untamed canines, jungle cats and untamed boars are effortlessly spotted throughout a trek. Another focus of this sanctuary is its enchanting lake enclosed by canopied deciduous trees.
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
This sanctuary is established in the Idukki district, and is dwelling to a large number of animals and plants. Since it is established in Western Ghats, the rainfall shadow region where you can view various types of unique thorny vegetation.The dry timber plantations of Chinnar house a threatened species belonging to the reptilian family – Albizia lathamii.
Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary
Established beside Kollam, Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary contains an inquisitive blend of deciduous and tropical evergreen timber plantations. You can relish abounding of animals and birds while trekking through the sanctuary. The broad forests will make the going tough, but an experienced direct can help you wade through it. You can furthermore glimpse the Shendurney stream, another highlight of this plantation.
Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary
Southern Birdwing at Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary It is another sanctuary where the Government of Kerala has shown a keen interest. Established at an expense of about 30 kilometers from the Thrissur district, this sanctuary houses an intriguing mix of trees and animals. Evergreen forests, semi -evergreen and leaf shedding plantation are glimpsed here.
Leopards, tigers, elephants, bears, wild pigs, untamed bison are often dotted throughout trekking trips. If you are a prolific bird and a butterfly viewer, you will love this place. It is home to numerous rare species of butterflies like south Birdwing and azure Mormon.
Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary
Established 50 kilometers from the capital town of Kerala, Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary is furthermore a little site, spanning just 53 rectangle kilometers. But that doesn’t constrain the fantastic appeal held by the crystal clear water, the dam and the rocky terrain.You will be interested to understand that the dam here provides consuming water to Thiruvananthapuram and its surrounding localities. Ornithologists, wildlife and trekking enthusiasts frequent this area every year.
India International Travel Mart Bangalore 2013
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The 2013 edition of India International Travel Mart or IITM will be held between July 26 - 28 at KTPO Trade Centre, Whitefield, Bangalore
With this year’s edition of IITM, Sphere Travel Media & Exhibitions is proudly completing 14 years of providing the travel industry and discerning buyers from the travel – trade and corporate sector an opportunity to do business.
The event will have over 400 participants from over 15 countries and over 20 Indian states. The participants include Travel agents & Tour Operators, DMC, Hotels & Resorts, National Tourist Organizations, Cruises, Airlines, Online Travel Portals etc.
Some of the International participants who are participating this year include Tourism Authority of Thailand and delegation, Dubai Tourism & delegation, Tourism Malaysia, Oman Tourism, Switzerland Tourism, Sri Lanka Tourism, Egypt Tourism and many more..
Highlights:
- This year Sri Lanka, Thailand and Malaysia are the Partner Countries for the event and Egypt, Dubai, Oman and Switzerland will be the Feature Countries for IITM.
- From India Gujarat, Rajasthan & Odisha are the ‘Partner States’ while Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra will be the ‘Feature Destinations’ at the event.
- Other states being represented include Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Delhi, Assam, West Bengal, and many more. More than 200 hotels and resorts are participating from all over India, making it one of the most diverse range of hospitality products in the country on display.
- Travel exclusively on Rail Based packages through IRCTC.
- Diverse Tourism segments on display such as Pilgrimage Travel, Adventure, Cultural pursuits, shopping tours, etc.
- Presence of leading Tour Operators such as Cox and Kings, Makemytrip and Thomas Cook to provide competitive tour packages to holidays in India and abroad.
The 'India International Travel Mart' provides an ideal 'marketing opportunity' and 'excellent backdrop' to enhance the participant's 'brand-equity' in the eyes of the discerning end consumer and the travel-trade.
The event showcases virtually travel and hospitality products from every part of the country, making it one of the biggest congregation of travel-trade in the country. The event provides unmatched networking opportunities to interact with Travel-trade and corporate buyers alike.
Tourism Studies and Trends indicate that the year 2013 - 14 will see more than 16 million dollar spending tourists embanking on overseas travel and with the advent of low cost international airfares, holiday packages that are available on monthly instalments payable over a period of time, International Travel is no longer a luxury.
Sphere TravelMedia Director Sanjay Hakhu said: “India in spite of the present business environment is fast emerging as one of the most interesting and productive countries for the travel trade industry both for leisure and business travel. A combination of factors is responsible for the growth and demand of travel trends from India. The visitor profile is on a B2B & B2C format like and will have over 15,000 buyers over three days”.
Rohit Hangal, Director, Sphere Travelmedia added: “With the present ongoing recession International Arrivals in India has dropped and ‘India International Travel Mart’ provides the right impetus to the Indian domestic tourism industry. The participants from the states of Karnataka, Kerala, Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Punjab, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and many more destinations will be seen aggressively marketing their products”.
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