Guide to Leh Ladak Roadtrip
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Leh Ladakh Road Trip ranks amongst the top in the list of top coveted road trips that one can take in India.Adventure of a lifetime as you drive your way through the mesmerizing landscape of North India from Manali to the Himalayas at a height of more than 18000 feet above. The journey weaves it way through a diverse terrain of villages,picturesque countryside and extraordinary roads to heights where the adrenalin rush is high but oxygen levels low. The journey tests your abilities and fitness but rewards you with unimagined sights that only a few have seen and experienced.
Two different routes that reach us to Leh -
One from Srinagar and the other one from Manali. Manali is the preferred route for a trip to Leh Ladakh as it is just a day drive from Manali city and is also provides a very thrilling ride, along the highest motorable passes in the world. Complete road trip to Leh Ladakh following the route Srinagar – Leh – Manali is a once in a lifetime experience.
Manali to Leh road trip is around 476 kms.
Srinagar to Leh road trip is around 434 kms.
Manali to Leh
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Overing a distance of 476 km, be treated to an unforgettable experience on the Leh Ladakh road trip. On the way to Leh by road trip, you will traverse through high mountain passes, narrow passes, hairpin bends and scenic valleys where you can click panoramic photographs.
You will tour villages and witness the quiet and lifestyle of people living in such divine settings. Fantastic monasteries, villages, ancient trade routes and mother nature views are the highlights of this trip.
Total Distance:approx 476 Kms.
Best Time to Visit: June to September
Route Map:
Manali – Rohtang – Gramphu – Kokhsar – Keylong – Jispa – Darcha – Zingzingbar – Baralacha La – Bharatpur – Sarchu – Gata Loops – Nakee La – Lachulung La – Pang - Tanglang La – Gya - Upshi - Karu – Leh
Srinagar to Leh
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On this beautiful route, you will see beautiful villages, war memorials, Himalayan valleys, Gurudwara, monasteries. This is a trip that exposes you to the various facets of Ladakh.
In this exciting Leh road trip, you visit Grate locations.the green fields of Sonamarg and happy villages on the banks of the Sindh River, fill your eyes with the sights of Ladakh. Covering a distance of 434 km.
Total Distance: 434 Kms
Best Time to Visit: May to late October (Depends on the weather)
Route Map:
Srinagar – Sonmarg – Zozi La – Drass – Kargil – Mulbekh – Lamayuru – Saspol – Leh.
Here are some of the famous points across the Manali – Leh route road trip
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- Manali (2050 mts): Tourist destination, view of Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges
- Rohtang La (3980 mts) – 53 kms: Pass in Pir Panjal range. Connecting point for Kullu, Lahaul and Spiti Valleys
- Keylong (3348 mts) – 117 kms: Kardang Monastery
- Jispa (3142 mts) – 140 kms:Bhaga river
- Darcha (3400 mts) – 147 kms: Village
- Patsio (3820 mts) – 161 kms: Campsite
- Baralacha La (4892 mts) – 192 kms: Pass. Connects Lahaul to Ladakh
- Sarchu (4253 mts) – 224 kms: Campsite. Halt point for tourists
- Lachang La (5065 mts) – 277 kms: Pass. Close to Pangong lake
- Pang (4630 mts) – 301 kms: Campsite
- Taglang La (5360 mts) – 365 kms: Pass. Highest point in the trip
- Rumsey (4325 mts) – 397 kms: Monastery
- Gya (4100 mts) – 403 kms: Historical place
- Hemis (3518 mts) – 426 kms: Monastery
- Thiksey (3370 mts) – 455 kms: Monastery
- Shey (3365mts) – 460 kms: Palace/Monastery
- Leh (3348 mts) – 475 kms: Your final destination
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Starting from Srinagar, here is list of some important places along the route
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- Sonamarg (2743 mts) – 84 kms
- Zojila Pass – 127 kms: Pass
- Drass (3033 mts) – 147 kms: Valley
- Kargil (2650 mts) – 204 kms: War Memorial
- Mulbek – 259 kms: Rock Engraves
- Fotu La (4108 mts) – 299 kms: Pass
- Lamayuru (3440 mts) – 309 kms: Hanging Monastery
- Ridzong (2985 mts) – 361 kms: Nunnery
- Uleytokpo (2985 mts) – 362 kms: Village / Campsite
- Alchi (3345 mts) – 367 kms: Ancient Monastery
- Likir (3265 mts) – 374 kms: Ancient Monastery
- Basgo (3343 mts) – 394 kms: Palace/Monastery
- Phyang (3490 mts) – 417 kms: Monastery
- Spituk (3380 mts) – 422 kms: Ancient Monastery
- Leh (3348 mts) – 434 kms: Your final destination
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Then you can opt a cab/taxi services to this locations and make your trip memorable in affordable prices.
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Clear Car Rental pays tribute to 'Captain Cool' on his Birthday!
Though for others it's another ordinary month of July but for Fans and well wisher of "captain cool" it's the special one as one of our successful Indian cricket captain 'Mahi' has the birthday on 7th July. Birthday wishes poured in from around the world as India's former World Cup-winning captain 'M.S. Dhoni' turned 37 on Saturday.
At Clear Car rental, we would also like to give a huge salute to Captain Cool's excellent Leadership in our unique way and on the occasion want to announce a special discount for our all customers a Flat 7% off on our all outstation car rental services in Pan India till 31st July.
So Hurry fans, enjoy and grab the special discount on your chauffeur driven cab throughout the month!
COUPON CODE: MSD007
Terms & Conditions for this offer will be :
• Discount 7% Off on an outstation cab bookings (Roundtrip, Multicity, Oneway).
• Maximum discount amount will be Rs. 500.
• Travel date should be between 7th July to 31st July 2018.
• The offer is valid from 7th July to till 31st July 2018 11.00 PM.
• Above mentioned Coupon should be applied at the time of online booking confirmation.
• Vehicles are subject to availability.
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• All Standard Cancellation Policies will be applicable which are mentioned on the website.
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Planning for Cricket T20 Maches? Take 10% Cashback on all Cab Bookings!
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T20 cricket tournament fever has gripped the country and you may have noticed this from last few matches. And if you are one of the large number of cricket fans planning to watch live match at any of city from the host city then here you have a great chance to visit the city and nearby tourist places besides the cricket because we are offering special Cash-back offer on our all car rental services in the city.
Just use code CCRT20 and get 10% cash-back on local, transfer and outstation car rental services in these cities till 27th May 2018. [Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Indore, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mohali, Mumbai, Pune]
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• Valid till 27th May 2018.
• Cashback amount will be credited in your CCR wallet after generation of final invoice.
• Offer code should be used during cab bookings.
• Offer Valid on Mobile App & Desktop.
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• Offer code should be used during cab bookings.
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• Your source booking city must be from Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Indore, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mohali, Mumbai, Pune.
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International Women's Day celebrated at Clear Car Rental
It was International Women’s Day on Thursday and Clear Car Rental team celebrated the day to let all women colleagues know that we celebrate and feel their importance at workplace.
All the Management team of the organization and CEO of the Clear Car rental Mr. Sachin Kate were present during the event as a Chief Guest. Also they shared their thoughts on the occasion and reaffirm the company's commitment to the safety, equality and betterment of women in their work life.
All the Management team of the organization and CEO of the Clear Car rental Mr. Sachin Kate were present during the event as a Chief Guest. Also they shared their thoughts on the occasion and reaffirm the company's commitment to the safety, equality and betterment of women in their work life.
Many of women colleagues shared personal experiences and offered their views to one another during a discussion on the issues facing women in India.
The event comprised many activities relating to women empowerment like enhancing productivity, work-life management, a quiz competition and tree plantation.
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Clear Car Rental - BookMyShow Vouchers On Outstation Cab Booking
Have a more fun and rides on coming weekend because Clear Car Rental presents a irresistible offer where you can get Rs.100 Bookmyshow voucher on our outstation cab bookings.
If you are planning to book an outstation cab then hurry, grab this offer before it's gone.
Offer applicable on : An outstation cab
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Exclusive CCRPL Anniversary Offer! Flat 6% OFF on outstation car rental services.
Being 6 years on the road with you across 5000+ locations in 300+ Indian cities; this week, 'Clear Car Rental' is celebrating it's 6th anniversary on 11th November 2017 and on this occasion we would like to thank our customers for their love to our continued success and also delighted to announce a special give away deal of FLAT 6% OFF on outstation car rental in PAN India.
Book your cab between 10th November to 25th November 2017 and enjoy a special FLAT 6% OFF on your outstation bookings!
So Hurry up! Join us in the celebration.
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- Offer Valid on Mobile App & Desktop.
- Travel date should be in between 10th Nov 2017 to 25th Nov 2017.
- Ensure your booking should meet all eligible criteria of getting discount.
- Maximum Discount Amount Rs.300/-
- Discount amount will be deducted from the basic amount.
- This offer can't be clubbed with any other offer running on www.clearcarrental.com
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- The offer is valid for the booking confirmed before 25th October 2017 [11.59 PM]
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Hampi Festival - a three day long music, art and cultural festival
Every year in November, Hampi a UNESCO World Heritage Site in India and a erstwhile capital city of a glorious Vijayanagara empire comes alive with fantastic classical & traditional dance performances, skits and dramas, fireworks, puppet shows, Light & Sound show and many more activities. The occasion is 'Hampi festival'.
This Karnataka state government sponsored three day long festival is an opportunity to all music, art, culture and travel enthusiasts around the globe to relive and rejoice the glory of Vijayanagara empire
The festival attracts significant numbers of local and international visitors to this world's largest open air museum where national and internationally renowned artists are invited to perform their art. Whole atmosphere is not only exciting but also enthrall an entire audience. It also keep them excited to visit this place every year.
Hampi utsav/festival 2017 dates: 3rd November to 5th November 2017.
How to reach Hampi:
By Air:-
Jindal Vijaynagar Airport in Toranagallu, Karnataka is about 37.6 km away from Hampi and connected daily to Hyderabad by Trujet airline.
Second nearest airport is Hubli airport which is located approx. 167.1 km from Hampi. Thereafter to reach Hampi from the airport you have to hire a car or take a bus.
Second nearest airport is Hubli airport which is located approx. 167.1 km from Hampi. Thereafter to reach Hampi from the airport you have to hire a car or take a bus.
By Rail:-
Hospet is the closest railway station that is at a distance of just 13 km. from there you can easily take a chauffeur driven cab/taxi to reach Hampi. Book your car in advance if you want avoid any hassle.
By Road:-
Hubli to Hampi is approx. 164 km, Distance between Hyderabad to Hampi is approx. 378 km via NH 167 and Bangalore to Hampi is 357 km.
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Baisakhi a harvest festival of Punjab
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Baisakhi or Vaisakhi is one of the important festival in North India, specially in Punjab. It has great historical as well as religious significance of celebration. Baisakhi is a spring festival that marks the Solar New Year and also the day on which tenth guru of Sikhs Guru Gobind Singh formed a 'Khalsa panth of warriors' in 1699. Usually the festival is celebrated on 13th or 14th April every year.
How it is celebrated ?
Farmers express their happiness while celebrating it with great joy and enthusiasm, on this day they wake up in the morning and go to temples and Gurudwara[ a place of worship for Sikhs] and thank God for the bountiful harvest. After the celebration Wheat harvesting begins in Punjab on Baisakhi.
Baisakhi is celebrated by the people of Punjab with vigor and joy. Gurdwaras are decorated and hold kirtans (religious hymns) and people gather to socialize and share festive foods. Devotees dress up in special colourful clothe and do into the traditional folk dance 'Bhangra' and 'Gidda'.
Besides the Punjab, Bengalis mark it as 'Naba Barsha'[new year]. On this day People take ritual bath in the Ganga river and bedight their houses with rangoli.
Baisakhi is celebrated by the people of Punjab with vigor and joy. Gurdwaras are decorated and hold kirtans (religious hymns) and people gather to socialize and share festive foods. Devotees dress up in special colourful clothe and do into the traditional folk dance 'Bhangra' and 'Gidda'.
Besides the Punjab, Bengalis mark it as 'Naba Barsha'[new year]. On this day People take ritual bath in the Ganga river and bedight their houses with rangoli.
The people in Bihar celebrate this day in April and November in honour of the Sun God, Surya at te place called Surajpur-Baragaon.
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In Kerala it is called as 'Vishu' and in Tamil Nadu, it is celebrated as 'Puthandu'
This is day is also important for Buddists because Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment and Nirvana on this auspicious day.
So, what are you waiting for? when you begin to plan your next trip, come by us at Clear Car Rental. We can find the right travel plan to fit your budget.
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Places to visit during Ram Navami celebration in India
Ram Navmi is one of the most auspicious Hindu festivals which celebrates as the birth of Lord Shri Rama. Lord Shri Ram who is believed as seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
How it is celebrate :
The festival is celebrated with great vigor and enthusiasm. Generally devotees celebrate Ram Navmi by keeping a fast on this day, visit a Shri Ram temple, and participate in a Bhajan (a devotional song) on the day.
Although they are celebrated with great fanfare everywhere, there are some places where it is celebrated and considered as special event. And here is the list of those cities and places, have a look over them:
How it is celebrate :
The festival is celebrated with great vigor and enthusiasm. Generally devotees celebrate Ram Navmi by keeping a fast on this day, visit a Shri Ram temple, and participate in a Bhajan (a devotional song) on the day.
Although they are celebrated with great fanfare everywhere, there are some places where it is celebrated and considered as special event. And here is the list of those cities and places, have a look over them:
1] Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh
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Ayodhya is on the first place where the festival is celebrates in large scale. Situated on the bank of river Sariyu The city is one of the most holiest and popular place. It is believed that it is the birth place of Lord Rama. A beautuful Chariot procession is must see event here during Ram Navmi.
2] Bhadrachalam in Telangana
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It is also famous for Ram Navmi celebration. The Sree Seetha Ramachandra Swamy shrine temple which was constructed in the 17th century is most famous temple here which is dedicated to Lord Rama.
3] Sitamarhi, Bihar
Sitamarhi is the third one of the most sacred place where you could witness the festival celebration. Also this place is so important because of it is considered as a birthplace of goddess Sita. Sitamarhi is situated in Bihar state.
4] Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu
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It is famous for it's temple dedicated to Lord Shiva which is believed to have been established and worshiped by Lord Ram himself. It is also that place from where Lord Shri Ram began his journey to Sri Lanka, to rescue Goddess Sita after being abducted by Ravan.
So apart from this, which place do you like most to celebrate Ram Navami festival nears you ?
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Goa Carnival - 4 days annual fun and frolic festival
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The Goa state tourism department organized four day long annual Goa Carnival which typically occur during month of February or early March, has been started on 25th Feb and it will continue till 28th Feb. The Carnival is being celebrated since the 18th century and it has an ancient history which date back to Portutuguese rule. This year location for this carnival are Panjim, Mapusa, Margoa and Vasco da Gama. In recent years it has been observed that the numbers of tourist for this carnival has increased.
Generally Goa carnival celebration is melange of music, dance and food. It is also a best opportunity for visitors to get glimpse of great goan culture and traditions of the state. Street parades, Live dancing troupes, floats parade, electrifying music and folk dancers are the main attractions of carnival. Float of 'King Momo' [a character derived from the Greek god Momus, who is the god of satire] led all the parades in all cities.
It's never too early and late to start your holiday but if you missed the event then don't worry apart form this there are many Goa tour options for every travel enthusiast who seeks an option from relaxing to adventure holiday.
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World Sacred Spirit Festival, Rajasthan
World sacred spirit festival conceived by the Mehrangarh museum trust is an annual music festival that takes place at Ahhichatragarh fort in Nagaur and Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur. The festival is a perfect blend of natural ambiance and harmony. It took place almost every year and grew in size with the number of attendees.
The festival will have musicians from the Orient, Africa and India. The festival is celebrated with a aims at the conservation and continuation of Sufi/sacred traditions of India and the world.
The festival will have musicians from the Orient, Africa and India. The festival is celebrated with a aims at the conservation and continuation of Sufi/sacred traditions of India and the world.
The participant artist in this magnificent festival are sitar player Irshad Khan, folk singer, musician and storyteller Parvathy Baul and musician Mehdi Nassouli, Oud player and Composer Issa Murad, flute player Rishab Prasanna, tabla player Zuheb Ahmed Khan from Palestine, flute player Lingling Yu from China and musicians Samuel Cattiau and Quentin Dujardin.
This year's festival dates are : 14th Feb. to 15th Feb. at Nagaur and 17th Feb. to 19th Feb. in Jodhpur.
See the festival's website for more info about event tickets and program details.
Apart from the festival days you can take off some extra time to see other attractions of the state. The cultural and historical tours of Rajasthan offer an opportunity to get a glimpse of the exotic locales of the region.
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Important Places Associated with Indian Independence Movement
Independence Day falling on a Monday this year so it's long weekend time again! and this is the perfect time and opportunity for all those who wish to take a walk down memory lane and visit multiple patriotic places across the country.
So here we are giving a list of some of places in India that make you feel patriotic.
1] Red Fort:
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| Red Fort, Delhi Image credit:- flickr |
The majestic Red Fort located in old Delhi and it is visited by thousands of visitors each day. It has been important part of Indian freedom strugle. Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru's who had become the first Prime gave first Independence speech on 15th August 1947 at Red Fort. There are many attractions like monuments and museum that represent a glimpse of major phases of India's struggle for freedom.
2] Wagah Border, Punjab
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It is border post located on the Grand Trunk road and approximately 30 km away from Amritsar.
The place is must visit for to witness the popular ceremony of lowering of the flags of India and Pakistan.
The place is must visit for to witness the popular ceremony of lowering of the flags of India and Pakistan.
3] Sabarmati Ashram, Gujarat
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Situated on the bank of Sabarmati river and about 5 km from the center of Ahmedabad has historical importance. It was the place from where Mahatma Gandhi started his padayatra (foot march) in 1930 from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi for the Salt Satyagraha. The ashram also know as Satyagraha Ashram.
4] Cellular jail, Andaman Islands
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The Cellular Jail has been a mute witness to the long and glorious struggle of our revolutionary freedom movement. Vir Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, a famous freedom fighter of India, was imprisoned here for 11 years.
Port blair is well connected to the main land by regular passage of ships and scheduled flights from KolKata and chennai.
Port blair is well connected to the main land by regular passage of ships and scheduled flights from KolKata and chennai.
5] Jallianwala Bagh,Punjab
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Jallianwala Bagh is a public garden in Amritsar and has an important place in the Indian history. It is the place where on 13th April, 1919, on the occasion of Baisakhi(Punjab's largetst festival) British soldiers opened fire against thousands of unarmed innocent men, women, and children without warning.
6] Azad Park, Uttar Pradesh
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| Azad Park, Allahabad Image credit: wikipedia |
One of the biggest public park located in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh is associated with Chandra Shekhar Azad, a revolutionary's fight in the freedom struggle of the country.
The park was earlier known as Alfred park but later it was renamed as Azad Park after freedom fighter Chandra Shekhar Azad, who sacrificed his life here.
India Gate is the monument which has very important historical significance. It was built in honor of the 90,000 soldiers of the British Indian Army who died during the World War I and the Afghan Wars (1919).
'Amar Jawan Jyoti' is another must visit place near India Gate. a site for Indian Army soldiers who lost their lives in 1971 war with Pakistan.
The park was earlier known as Alfred park but later it was renamed as Azad Park after freedom fighter Chandra Shekhar Azad, who sacrificed his life here.
7] India Gate
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| India gate Image credit: flickr |
India Gate is the monument which has very important historical significance. It was built in honor of the 90,000 soldiers of the British Indian Army who died during the World War I and the Afghan Wars (1919).
'Amar Jawan Jyoti' is another must visit place near India Gate. a site for Indian Army soldiers who lost their lives in 1971 war with Pakistan.
8] Netaji Bhawan, Kolkata
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Netaji Bhawan
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It is a ancestral home of Subash Chandra Bose, a patriot and freedom figher of India. It was built in 1909 by Subash Chandra Bose's father and Subash Chandra Bose spend his childhood till he escape to Berlin in 1941.
So what are you waiting for? make the most of your weekend and holidays in this August with this awesome car rental offers and head out to any of these places.
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Hemis Festival
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| Hemis Monastery Festival Image credit:- Madhav Pai |
Hemis festival - It is a famous annual festival is held in late June or early July every year at 'Hemis monastery' the largest and richest monastery in all of Ladakh. This year it'll be celebrated on 14th to 15th July 2016.
The ceremony of this two day festival begins on the 10th day of the Tibetan lunar month and commemorates the birth of lord 'Padmasambhava' (founder of Tantric Buddhism in Tibet). The local people of Leh Ladakh come to celebrate the festival in their traditional dresses. The festival take place in the courtyards of monastery with Cham dance or masked dance, performed by the resident Lamas of the monastery on the music of cymbals, drums and long horns. The cham dance represents the victory of good over evil.
The ceremony of this two day festival begins on the 10th day of the Tibetan lunar month and commemorates the birth of lord 'Padmasambhava' (founder of Tantric Buddhism in Tibet). The local people of Leh Ladakh come to celebrate the festival in their traditional dresses. The festival take place in the courtyards of monastery with Cham dance or masked dance, performed by the resident Lamas of the monastery on the music of cymbals, drums and long horns. The cham dance represents the victory of good over evil.
Chams are essentially a part of Tantric tradition, performed only in the gompas that follow the Tantric Vajrayana teachings.
How to reach :
It is 40 kms away from the south-east of the main city of Leh in Ladhak district.
By air:-
Nearest airport is Kushok Bakula Rimpochhe Airport at Leh. There are good avaibility of direct flights from Delhi, Srinagar and Jammu. From airport you can hire a cab in advance to reach Hemis monastery.
By train:-
Chandigarh and Pathankot are the nearest railway station to Leh and Chandigarh to Leh and Panthankot to Leh distance are 750 kms and 772 kms respectively.
By Road:-
You can reach Leh from Jammu, Kashmir and Manali by private vehicle or public buses.
If you haven't seen or visited this awesome destinations in India yet, then why not take a customized trip to here using our tour planner Now!
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5 Places to Practice Yoga While Travelling
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Number of Yoga Practitioners love to travel and when traveling they often face difficulties to maintain their yoga practice. It can be challenging to find a peaceful place to roll out yoga mat. But here Clear Car Rental is giving you a list of some places where you can practice and maintain your Yoga while on the road.
At Hotel:
Generally hotel rooms have big enough floor space which is a great place to keep up you with you daily yoga practice. And
if your hotel room hasn't a enough floor to put your yoga mat down then
conference, meeting hall, hotel's rooftop or gym can be another option
you may choose for yoga.
At Airport:
Like to the hotel, airport can be your yoga place. Many airport terminals have opened dedicated yoga studios, rooms for the travelers who wants to maintain their yoga or meditation practice. Waiting rooms and lounge are also can be a suitable place for yoga if airport doesn't have any yoga studio.
On the Road:
Yes, it's easy to do Yoga on the go at road's any rest stops because as we know that there isn't a lot of equipment that you need to bring. And if this place sounds strange then you can try other options listed below.
At the Beach:
Beach is the ideal place because the nature is the best Yoga studio and the warmth of the sand, sound of the waves and the gentleness of the wind can all help bring your body and mind calm and cool throughout your Yoga session.
Find classes in the area you’re traveling
You can also do some search and find yoga classes nearby your stay. We know that finding a yoga classes can be little daunting task but just Internet search or online use of android or ios application can help you a lot in your research. You can also ask the receptionist at your hotel.
Do you have any tips to share for maintaining a yoga practice while on the road? Please post to comments below.
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Best Place to Visit in March in India
Generally the month of March considered as a wonderful month of travel, with fresh mornings and evenings, and mostly warm sunny days. It would be best and recommended to go to a hill station or beach holidays which will be cooler.
Here is the list of most popular tourist places to visit in March.
Ooty :-
Ooty
(image coutesy:Zigg-E- flicker)
(image coutesy:Zigg-E- flicker)
Blessed with natural beauty, Ooty has endowed with scenic beauty and sprawling lush tea farms. It is located in Udhagai district in the state of Tamil Nadu. The temperature in Ooty in March dwells in the range of 15 to 22 degree celecious. There are many trasportation facilty to reach Ooty, you can have many buses and car rental from Coimbatore, Cochin, Mysore, Bangalore and Chennai.
Munnar :-
Munnar
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(image coutesy:Raj-flicker)
Second one of the best and most beautiful hill station situated in the Idukki district in the state of Kerala. Munnar is also blessed with the amazing natural beauty, misty hills and growing tea plantations. It could be the best choice for relax and have a great family getaway.
Kodaikanal :-
Kodaikanal
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(image coutesy:Thangaraj Kumaravel-flicker)
This picture perfect hill town in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu also referred as the "Princess of Hill Stations". It will be the best place where you can relax and get lost in the lush green surroundings. Kodaikanal Lake, Berijam Lake, Palani Hills are few must visit places in Kodaikanal.
To reach here Madurai is the nearest airport at a distance of 120 km and Palani railway station at 65 km away.
To reach here Madurai is the nearest airport at a distance of 120 km and Palani railway station at 65 km away.
Sikkim :-
Yumthang Valley
(image coutesy:Joginder Pathak -flicker)
(image coutesy:Joginder Pathak -flicker)
It's a small state in northwest India situated in the Himalayas. The best time to visit Sikkim is March to June. A fresh cloudy morning, beautiful view of hills,the amazing richness of greenery and the scenic landscape wins every visitors heart and make it a must visit place during month of March.
Solophok Chardham, Yumthang Valley, Changu Lake, Rumtek Monastery, Nathu La, Lake Tsomgo are few popular places to visit in Sikkim.
Solophok Chardham, Yumthang Valley, Changu Lake, Rumtek Monastery, Nathu La, Lake Tsomgo are few popular places to visit in Sikkim.
Auli :-
Auli
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(image coutesy:Anuj Kumar Garg -flicker)
Located in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand State, it is one of the famous skiing and trekking destination in India and January to March are best time for skiing. Auli is bestowed with abundant natural beauty and the spectacular mountain ranges, tranquil panoramic natural view makes this place ideal for you to visit in this summer.
Manali :-
Manali
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(image coutesy:Saad Faruque -flicker)
Nestled in the lap of the Himalayas and surrounded by snow covered peaks, various beauties of Nature and pristine white snow attracts thousands of tourist around the world every year. Manali a beautiful town situated in the Kullu district of state of Himachal Pradesh state is famous for trekking, paragliding, rafting and mountain sports. Along with these there are many tourist places in Manali which are must visit.
Shillong :-
Shillong
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(image coutesy:Hrishikesh Sharma -flicker)
Located at the amidst sky touching hills Shillong is the capital city of the Meghalaya state. It is also know as the "Scotland of the East" The lush green landscape, waterfalls, forests, valleys and pleasant weather makes this place a must visit in the month of March to June.
Coorg :-
Abby Waterfall
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Known as the "Scotland of India" is located in the western ghats of Karnataka state. It is popular tourist getaway because of unique idyllic atmosphere, variety of coffee and tea plantations. Abbay Falls,Irupu Falls, Nagarhole national park, Raja’s Seat, Omkareshwara Temple Nisargadhama and Pushagiri are few must visit places in coorg.
Vrindavan :-
Prem Mandir
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Located in Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh is a important Hindu pilgrimage place. It is considered that here Lord Krushna have spent his childhood days. As Vrindavan is renowened for the festival of Holi, it's recommended to visit and immerse yourself into the festival of colurs.
Mount Abu :-
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Mount Abu
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(image coutesy:wikipedia.org)
Mount Abu is the only hill station in the Rajasthan state and has been great retreat for summer vacations. No doubt the senic beauty and rich flora makes you relax and rejuvenate while enjoying scenic beauty and delicious dishes of Mount Abu.
Dilwara Jain Temples, Nakki lake, Peace Park, Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary, Sunset Point and Guru Shikhar are few important places to visit in Maunt Abu.
Mount Abu is well connected with the other cities of the country. The
nearest airport is Udaipur at a distance of 185 km. from there one can hire a taxi, cab to reach Mount Abu.
Also, if you feel any other place can be added to the list, please comment below.
Dilwara Jain Temples, Nakki lake, Peace Park, Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary, Sunset Point and Guru Shikhar are few important places to visit in Maunt Abu.
Mount Abu is well connected with the other cities of the country. The
nearest airport is Udaipur at a distance of 185 km. from there one can hire a taxi, cab to reach Mount Abu.
Also, if you feel any other place can be added to the list, please comment below.
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