Yamunotri Yatra 2010

Yamunotri Tour - The Ultimate Path to Salvation - Yamunotri, in the lap of the Tehri Garhwal region in Uttaranchal, is famous as the source of the river Yamuna. The river originates from the Champasar glacier near the Bandar Poonch and Shrikantha peaks. The Yamunotri temple is one of the main attractions here. Yamunotri also has a number of hot water springs and glaciers with medicinal properties.

The common Hindu belief says that one must thank almighty in its varied fruitful forms and this is the reason even rivers are worshipped in India. It is a sweet gesture through which devotees express their gratitude towards God for availing optimum water. At Yamunotri one of such sacred rivers River Yamuna emerges in the form of a small streamlet.

Situated at an altitude of about 3293 meters in the Garhwal Himalayas, Yamunotri is the seat of River Goddess Yamuna. Its sanctity has been ever escalating since it was added as one of the holy destinations of Chhota Char Dham pilgrimage. Yamunotri tour is a perfect way to explore the ethereal bliss of Himalayas and to bow the river deity who resides in the sacred shrine of Yamunotri.

The tour to Yamunotri performed as a part of the pilgrimage is believed to be of the quality of cleansing the soul of all the sins.

The chief highlights of Yamunotri are the temple dedicated to Goddess Yamuna and the holy thermal springs of Janki Chatti. The temple constructed on the orders of Maharaja Pratap Shah is perched on the left bank of river Yamuna.

Hindus has elevated the river to the stature of divine mother for it has played a significant role in nurturing and developing the surrounding populations.

On your Yamunotri tour packages you will trek up to high altitudes in Himalayas to reach the holy shrine of Goddess Yamuna. Reaching the main temple is a full day's journey starting from the towns of Rishikesh, Haridwar or Dehradun and also involves a 13 kilometres of trek.

This trek begins at a small town of Hanuman Chatti from where a 6 kilometres of trek amidst lush valleys will take you to Janki Chatti. Keeping in mind the convenience of adult pilgrims and other disabled devotees here the services of horses, palanquin and ponies is also available for the trek.

Setting on the trek from Hanuman Chatti to Yamunotri you will encounter natural splendour at its best.
This trek is particularly noticed for its breathtaking vistas and cascading waterfall. Two hot springs are situated at Yamunotri offering rejuvenating bath to the tired devotees at Gauri Kund. The pilgrimage is performed in between the months of May to November after Diwali festival during which the temple remains open at a stretch.

The devout devotees can also choose to live here at the temple at the small ashrams and guest houses for a longer stay at the temple close to divinity.

The entire trek of the Yamunotri tour is very challenging for the elevation is very high and yet the enthusiastic pilgrims manage to scale them with their sheer will and the passion that they have in their heart to see the ultimate abode of their deity.

The sacred Char Dham Yatra is believed to be a very sacred entity which should be performed by all Hindus at least once in a lifetime. The visit to Yamunotri is however, not just known for its religious reasons, but now people also visit the region to explore another façade of divinity dissolved in the tranquility and beauty of Mother Nature. 

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Best of Delhi Hotels

Delhi Hotels - Travelmasti provides special attractive hotel packages on Delhi hotels,hotel booking with special deals on luxury,budget hotels in New Delhi.

A kaleidoscope of myriad facades of India, Delhi defines the eclectic diversity of the nation best. The city being the seat of Indian Government is also the base of major corporate action. An important hub of political movements Delhi has long been the dream city of mightiest of rulers who fought great battles to make the city their own. This historic city was thus plundered several times only to emerge as better and brighter setting.

The city is thus frequented by politicians, big names of the business world, foreign dignitaries and other A-list people along with back-packers and other travellers. To suffice the requirements of all the categories of travellers Delhi is dotted with a variety of budget, economy, deluxe, luxury hotels and resorts. Mushroomed in all parts of the city these Delhi hotels are world renowned for offering quality hospitality. 

These hotels in Delhi are found in aplenty at posh localities, industrial centre, around historic monuments and close to airport and railway station thereby saving travellers of time. The horde of accommodation options can be a bit beguiling for the visitors and in such a scenario the reputed hotel groups remains to be the best bet. 

The renowned chains of hotel groups have long existed and flourished on the basis of their unmatchable standards of hospitality, innovative services and extravagant settings. All the major groups of hotels of India are functional in India and they all have their properties in Delhi as well. Best of these luxury hotels in Delhi are:

Taj Palace Hotel: Property of world renowned Taj hotel group, Taj Palace Hotel in Delhi is perfect embodiment of charming Indian hospitality and splendour of princely rule in the country. The distinguished style and charisma of the Taj properties has long been the face of the brand which is reminiscent of princely excesses. Horde of amenities welcomes the guests at Taj Palace which are ideally coupled with efficient services and grand settings.

Ramada Plaza: The ultra chic luxury domes of Ramada invites guests to pamper them amidst state-of-the-art amenities and lavish settings. Laced with all the amenities of the modern world, the rooms of the hotel are exclusively designed with inlay work, marble and onyx work, well-spacious in design along with stunning baths with Jacuzzi installed inside. Also the location of the hotel is worth mentioning for it is ideally located in close proximity to the business and commercial regions of the city providing comfortable travelling time for the visitors.

ITC Maurya: Named after the affluent Mauryan dynasty which ruled Northern India for a long span of time, ITC Maurya embodies the opulent erstwhile age perfectly. Sprawling over 5.5 acres of landscape, ITC Maurya is rightly called best of the Delhi hotels for its magnificent structure which makes the hotel a significant landmark in Delhi. 

From the stunning lobby to fascinating fine dining options the hotel is draped in luxury perfect for the connoisseurs of luxury accommodation. A total number of 440 rooms elegantly designed are at service of the guests at ITC Maurya.

The above three hotels and more New Delhi is covered with stunning hotel properties sufficing the need of luxury accommodation for a horde of clientele. 

Providing world class standards of hospitality and state-of-the-art comforts these hotels make travelling fun and a very rejuvenating experience.

Delhi hotels are famed for their flamboyant expression of hospitality and plethora of amenities that they throw at their guest’s service. Nestled on various locations, the Delhi hotel accommodation could be availed by the aspiring travellers according to their comfort and convenience. 

Chandni Chowk, Connaught Place, Indira Gandhi International Airport are some of the locations, where Delhi hotels could be traced easily. The cuisines of hotels in Delhi are quite appetizing and have an enduring aroma.

Hotels in New Delhi, are appointed with all the dining and recreational amenities such as manicured spa's, 24 hours rooms service, special bars and lounges, and so on. 

The Delhi hotel packages are known as the bounty deals, which attracts great influx of travelers from every nook and corner of the world.  The presence of numerous tour operators in Delhi makes Delhi hotel bookings possible from the comfort of your home. Delhi hotels, plan the entire journey of travelers in such a manner, that they gain some unique information about the city, which is peerless in every aspect.

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Save Our Tigers

The most furious, most magnificent or the mightiest of them all, no matter what adjectives one gives to them, the sorrow truth about Tigers today is that these wild creatures are no longer safe in their very own natural habitat. Almost near to extinction in India only 1411 of them are left. 

It comes across as a shocker to me especially, as being related to travel industry I often talk about our rich geographical diversity. Calling India home to a diverse flora and fauna I often take pride in counting the hundreds of sanctuaries spread across the nation. “But, what use is an animal sanctuary without animals?” Is a question that is stuck in my mind ever since I first saw M. S. Dhoni advertising about the sorrowful digits that denote our tiger population now-a-days.

The world has seen it before three of the subspecies of tigers, the Bali, Javan and Caspian tiger have already extinct over past 70 years and we are only left with five known as Siberian, South China, Indochinese, Bengal and Sumatran. The state is shocking and sad, but is something we all have somehow contributed to. 

Till now we lived in a state of oblivion paying marginal importance to our natural surroundings however, the fact remains that human beings are completely dependent on Nature. Thus ignoring the significance of our natural surroundings and demolishing our forests can lead to a catastrophe if not monitored or regulated from the present times. 

The alarming decrease in tiger populations is one of the biggest jolt that has the calibre of shaking our ecosystem altogether. Thus to improve the situation measures should be taken right away, even the slightest of efforts will count…donate money, volunteer yourself or simply post blogs to begin with.

Every year we, the travel companies acquire big bucks from nature touristy business as we have our forests to back us up. People from round the world are stunned to know of a country blessed with hundreds of national parks which are described to be having great populations of tigers. 

To great extent tourism industry flourishes on the existence of these verdant forests and the residing wild predators. In order to improve the conditions, contribution from travel industry is something that even Mother Nature is looking forward to.

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Char Dham Yatra Package 2010

Tour Services India /Travelmasti.com - Offering chardham, chardham yatra, chardham yatra, Chardham yatra packages discounts, online reservations, review, packages and for Char dham Yatra 2010. A Journey to the Inner World, Char Dham Yatra 2010

Tour Details

Nestling in the lofty peaks are the four most holy pilgrimages of India -Yamunotri, Gangotri, Sri Kedarnathji and Sri Badrinathji, collectively referred to as the Char Dham ( or four pilgrimage centres) of Hinduism.

Highlights : A Journey to the Inner World, Char Dham Yatra

Tour Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights Ex Delhi (Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath)

About The Char Dham Yatra:

Nestling in the lofty peaks are the four most holy pilgrimages of India -Yamunotri, Gangotri, Sri Kedarnathji and Sri Badrinathji, collectively referred to as the Char Dham ( or four pilgrimage centres) of Hinduism.

For centuries, saints and pilgrims, in their search for the divine, have walked these mystical vales known in ancient hindu scriptures as 'Kedarkhand'. Char Dham Yatra 2010 – Detailed information about Char Dham Tour Packages in India for Kedarnath, Badrinath Yamunotri Gangotri Dham.

Day Wise Breakup

Day 1: Delhi - Haridwar (230 kms/6hrs)

Today we start our holy journey from Delhi reaching the Hari- dwar "Door to Vishnu". Visit the Har ki Paudi, Ganga Mandir and the Haricharan Temple. Attend one of the most beautiful religious ceremony, an evening aarti at the Har Ki Paudi.

Day 2: Haridwar - Barkot (220kms/7hr)

Today early in the morning post breakfast drive to Barkot. We enroute our visit through the beautiful landscapes of Dehradun and Mussoorie. Later drive to Barkot at an altitude of 1280 Mts a place with rich forests of pine and seasonal fruits like Apple and apricots.

Day 3 : Barkot - Yamunotri - Barkot

Today we start our journey starting from Barkot to reach Phool Chatti via Janki Chatti and Hanuman Chatti. From here it is 9 Kms Trek to Yamunotri for which ponies, dandies and kandies are available. Near the temple there are three hot springs. The most important,

Surya Kund, is a Tank full of boiling water into which rice and potatos are dipped to be cooked and taken as "prasad". A bath in the Hot springs is very refreshing after a tedious walk. Workship the Divya Shila before workshipping the Deity. Later trek to Hanuman Chetti Later drive to barkot.

Day 4: Barkot - Uttarkashi (100kms/4hr)

Today drive from Barkot to Uttarkashi an important pilgrimage centre, situated at an elevation of 1,150 mts. Located on the banks of River Bhagirathi. Some of the important Temples worth visiting are – Vishwanath Temple and Ekadash Rudra. Every year during the "Magh Mela" people visit Uttarkashi to take holy dip in Bhagirathi along with the image of their village deity.

Day 5: Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Uttarkashi

We proceed to Gangotri (3048 mts) Where Ganga came down to earth. The picturesque pilgrimage of Gangotri where Ganga touched earth for the first time. The 18 th Century temple dedicated to the Goddess Ganga is an exquisite 20 ft. high structure made of white granite. After Gangotri Darshan we return to Uttarkashi.

Day 6: Uttarkashi - Guptkashi (220kms/8hr)

Today our early morning drive takes us to Guptkashi. Guptkashi, The name was given to the place as it is said to be the hiding place of Lord shiva when he was unwilling to give darshan to pandavs. 46 Kms Off Kedarnath, Guptakashi is the shrine at a height of 1319 mtrs.

Day 7: Guptkashi - Kedarnath

Today morning we drive to Gaurikund , from where we trek to Kedarnath (3584 mts) for which ponies, dandies and kandies are available. Amidst the dramatic mountanscapes of the majestic Kedarnath Range stands one of the twelve "Jyotirlingas" of Kadar ji or Lord Shiva. At an altitude of 3584 Mts. and on the head of river Mandakini, the shrine of Kedarnath is amongst the holiest pilgrimages for the Hindus. Stay at Kedarnath.

Special Instructions : Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woolen, tolietteries and clothes for an overnight halt at Kedarnath.

Day 8: Kedarnath - Pipalkoti

Today after breakfast, we trek down back to Gaurikund. We drive to Pipalkoti on our way we come across Three important Confluences – Rudraprayag, Karanprayag and Nandprayag respectively.

Our drive takes us to Pipalkoti in the evening. Stay overnight at Pipalkoti.

Confluence of Alaknanda and Madakini rivers Rudraprayag.

Confluence of Alaknanda and Pinder rivers Karanprayag.

Confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers Nandprayag.

Day 9: Pipalkoti - Badrinath (80kms/4hr)

An early morning drive from Pipalkoti takes us to Badrinath by the early afternoon. On our way we see the confluence of Alaknanda and Dhauliganga rivers at Vishnuprayag. Encircled by a beautiful valley, on the banks of holy river Alankanda. With the Neelakanth mountains as the backdrop, Badrinath Dham is one of the Holiest of the four shrines on the scared itinerary of every devour Hindu.

After or before Darshan also visit the Mana villiage also considered to be the Last Indian Village before Tibet on this route. Nearby are – Vyas Gufa, Bhim Pul all forming an important part of the pilgrimage to Badrinathji. Stay overnight at Badrinath.

Day 10: Badrinath - Srinagar (150 kms/7hr)

Early morning drive from Badrinath Ji will take us to Srinagar enroute via Joshimuth and Rudraprayag. Srinagar is an facinating old capital of Garhwal. It is an important cultural and Educational centre.




Day 11: Srinagar - Rishikesh (107kms/4hr)

Today we drive from Srinagar after a relaxed morning breakfast for Rishikesh. On our way we come across the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers Deoprayag. Upon arrival check in and later in the afternoon visit Ram Jhula, Luxman Jhula, mandir and ashram. At evening enjoy Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.

Day 12: Rishikesh - Hardwar - Delhi (230kms/7hr)

Today we drive to New Delhi and enroute our journey with a stopover at Hardwar. Upon arrival drop at the railway Station/ Airport.

Chardham Yatra is the most popular spiritual yatra starting from April-May and continues till Oct-Nov every year in Uttarakhand India.This is the best time to visit Char Dhams and enjoy the scenic beauty of the environment and nature. It comprises of 4 destinations namely Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath.

Thousands of pilgrims visit the shrines with a deep religious sentiment around the world each year. It is believe that going for a Chardham Yatra releases an individual from all sins.

As per official statistics of Uttarakhand Government it is expecting that more than 600,000 pilgrims will be visiting Chardham in 2010.

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Kerala Tourism Guide

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The travelers can plan the Kerala tours with their family or friends at any time of the season. Dotted with natural faculties the vacationers could grasp an opportunity to explore the placid regions of the state by availing the Kerala tour packages. There are many Kerala tour operators located in different parts of the region. These tour operators arrange special Kerala Pilgrimage tours .

There are infinite number of age old temples which could be visited by aspiring vacationers while on a Kerala India tours. The Kerala tours have something unique for every aspiring travel savvy person.

Kovalam Beach, Kumarakom, Munnar, Varkala Papanasam Beach, are some of the locations which could be visited by vacationers while on a Kerala tours.

The kerala backwaters tours are famous amongst honeymoon couples looking for complete seclusion. Dotted with crystal clear lakes, verdant mountains, swaying palm trees, Kerala beach tours have created special space in the heart of vacationers. The travelers who are really interested in wild life photography must prefer to avail the Kerala wildlife tours. Blessed with marvelous beaches, the aspiring travelers could discover the biological diversity of the region. 

Sandwiched between the Lakshwadeep Sea and the Western Ghats, Kerala is a bustling little green-and-silver, coconuts-and-water state on the west coast of India. It is bounded by Karnataka to the north, Tamil Nadu to the east, and the Arabian Sea to the west.
Built on seven hills, Thiruvananthapuram - Capital of Kerala, is known for it's beach- Kovalam, the Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple and various museums and palaces, Alappuzha for it's backwaters, Thrissur, the cultural capital, Kottayam for it's ancient churches, Kozhikode for its old world charm and the entrancing Ponmudi or Golden valley. Kerala tour offers this and much more.

The People: Kerala also has considerable ethnic diversity. The Malayali majority belong to the Dravidian group (local race) of early Indian people.

There is a small population of descendants of Indo-European migrants from the north. Certain hill tribes exhibit affinities with the Negrito peoples of Southeast Asia. 

Most Keralites are Hindus, but there are also large Christian and Islamic, and lesser Jain and Jewish, minorities.

The official language is Malayalam. A long contact with the outside world has led to an intriguing blend of cultures and given Keralites a cosmopolitan outlook.

Culture of Kerala: One aspect of the state's rich cultural heritage is manifest in its varieties of religious architecture like ancient Hindu temples with copper-clad roofs, later Islamic mosques with "Malabar gables," and colonial Portuguese Baroque churches.

The land is a flourishing center of the Kathakali dance form. 

The state has also a rich theatre tradition: the only surviving Sanskrit drama, Koottiyattam, is still performed by the Chakkiars of Kerala. Some principles of the Natya-Shastra are evident in their presentations.

Climate in Kerala

The climate is equable and varies little from season to season. The temperature normally ranges between 27�C and 32� C in the plains but drops to about 21� C in the highlands.

Winter - 32 to 20�C. Kerala is strongly buffeted by both the southwest and northeast monsoons. Rainfall in many parts of the state exceeds 118 inches. Best season: October to March.

Festivals of Kerala

10-days annual festival in January at Sreekandeswaram Temple, Thiruvananthapuram. In February, is the week-long Nishagandhi dance festival; Pooram festival in Thrissur around April-May, flavored food festival, at the Kanakakunnu Palace grounds, Thiruvananthapuram in May.

Onam Week celebrations, the annual harvest festival of Kerala begins in August and lasts for 10 days. Another important festival is the annual Pongala Utsavam, to which only women are allowed at the Attukal Bhagavathy Temple, Thiruvananthapuram. Therayattam festival is held to propitiate the gods and demons recognized by the pantheon of the Malayalis.

General Information:

Area : 38,863 sq. km.

Capital : Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum).

Language : Malayalam. English is widely spoken.

Religion : Hinduism, Christianity, Islam

Time : GMT + 5:30.

Currency : Indian Rupees.

Climate : Tropical.

Summer : Feb - May (24 - 33�C).

Monsoon : Jun - Sep (22 - 28�C).

Winter : Oct-Jan (22-32�C).

Kerala Beaches: 

Most of India's finest beaches are in Kerala. For virtually its entire 900km in length, the Kerala coast is lined with sandy beaches, rocky promontories and coconut palms. Each year greater numbers of visitors arrive here in search of the tranquil, palm fringed beaches. Kovalam Varkala Kappad and Bekal are some of the most popular beaches of Kerala.

Wildlife: 


Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Thekkady Rolling hills, tea and cardamom plantations welcome you to Thekkady. One of the largest wildlife reserves in India, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is more popluar as a tiger reserve.

A boat ride on the splendid Periyar lake is the best way to experience the sanctuary.  The greatest attraction here is the herds of wild elephants that come down to the lake to frolic in the waters.

Tiger, Sambhar, Bison, Spotted Deer, Leopard, Malabar Flying Squirrel, Stripe-necked Mangoose and so on can also be spotted inthe forest.  Kumily, an important spice trade center, lies in the peiphery of the sanctuary. The Eravikulam National Park, Munnar 17kms. from Munnar, this is home to an assortment of wildlife such as the Nilgiri Tahr, Nilgiri Langur, Sambhar, Gaur and the Lion-tailed Macaque.

Waterfalls : Athirapally Waterfall: At the entrance to the Sholayar ranges, this 80 foot waterfall is a popular picnic spot. Vazhachal Waterfall: Just a short drive from Athirapally, this picturesque spot is adjacent to dense green forest land, and is a part of the Chalakudy river.

Pilgrimage Centres:

Guruvayoor Sree Krishna Swamy Temple (32km from Thrissur)

Sabarimala Sree Ayappa Swamy Temple (134km from Kottayam)

Malayatoor St. Thomas Church (47km from Kochi)

Beemapally (5km from Thiruvananthapuram)

Hill Stations:

Much of Kerala's exotic appeal is centred in the highland area of the Western Ghats. Not to speak of expansive, loamy plantations of tea, coffee, rubber and fragrant cardamom.

Munnar: 1600m above sea level, Munnar is a nature lover's paradise and was the summer resort of the British Government in the South India. Sprawling tea plantation, picture-book towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities make this a popular hill station.

Peermade: Situated 915 m above sea level, Peermade is on the way to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Here you will find sprawling tea, coffee, cardamom, rubber and eucalyptus plantations side by side with natural grasslands and pine forests.

Vythiri: Tucked away at the north eastern tip of Kerala, this quaint little hill station about 1300m above sea level is renowned for its coffee, tea, cardamom, pepper and rubber plantations.

Ponmudi: An idyllic hill resort with narrow, winding pathways and cool, green, wooden environs, Ponmudi is located 915 metres above sea level. Well known for its beautiful mountain flowers, exotic butterflies, small rivulets and springs, this hill station also has excellent trekking trails.

Accommodation In Kerala :-

• Harippad Payippad Hotels And Resorts
• Kuttanad Hotels And Resorts
• Nilambur Hotels And Resorts, kerala.
• Ochira Hotels And Resorts, Kerala
• Palaruvi Hotels And Resorts, Kerala
• Pandalam Hotels And Resorts, Kerala
• Pathanamthitta Hotels And Resorts, Kerala
• Pathiramanal Hotels And Resorts, Kerala
• Peechi National Park Hotels And Resorts, Kerala

• Ponmudi Hotels And Resorts, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
• Ranipuram Hotels, Resorts and Apartments, Kasargode, Kerala
• Tirur Hotels And Resorts, Kerala
• Tirur Puthiyangadi Hotels, Resorts And Apartments, Malappuram,Kerala
• Valiyaparamba Hotels - Kerala

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