Shri Ram Navami
Ram Navami is a Hindu festival celebrating the birth of lord Sri Rama –the ideal King of Ayodhya. The festival commences on the ninth day of the Chaitra Navaratri (Vasant Navratri) and it is celebrated with great fervor all across India. Lord Rama is the celebrated hero of the epic Ramayana. Rama is said to be an ideal king/son/husband. Thus, a celebration of his birth day has been a part of Indian festivities. He was born on the ninth day of the Chaitra month (according to the lunar calendar) to Dasharatha and Kausalya.
Many people take up fast from the first day of the Vasant Navratri (Gudi Padwa) in the name of Lord Rama and end their fast on the ninth day, the day when Rama was born. On that day processions of Ram idol along with Sita Mata and Lakshman take place and people distribute a type of drink called ‘Paanaka’ (Sharbat made out of jiggery and lemon juice mixed with pepper powder). In some parts of India on this day some people will hold the ‘kalyanotsava’ (marriage of Lord Rama and Sita). At noon, a coconut draped in cloth would be placed on a cradle to rock; this ritual is done to mark the birth Lord Rama. Rama Navami will be celebrated by holding spiritual discourses and processions. Usually it falls in March and April.
Many people take up fast from the first day of the Vasant Navratri (Gudi Padwa) in the name of Lord Rama and end their fast on the ninth day, the day when Rama was born. On that day processions of Ram idol along with Sita Mata and Lakshman take place and people distribute a type of drink called ‘Paanaka’ (Sharbat made out of jiggery and lemon juice mixed with pepper powder). In some parts of India on this day some people will hold the ‘kalyanotsava’ (marriage of Lord Rama and Sita). At noon, a coconut draped in cloth would be placed on a cradle to rock; this ritual is done to mark the birth Lord Rama. Rama Navami will be celebrated by holding spiritual discourses and processions. Usually it falls in March and April.
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Tourist Places in Tirupati
Tirupati, the seventh biggest city of Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, is a major pilgrimage city. The city lies in the Chittoor district of the State. Famous for its many Temples in and around it, the city is also known for economic and educational hub in the southern parts of the state. Temperature of the city ranges from 40 to 45 in summer and in winter it is between 15 to 22. Apart from Telugu, native language of the city, Tamil is also spoken widely as many people from Tamil Nadu reside there.
Places of interest:
The city of Tirupati takes pride in housing many places of religious importance in and around the city. The famous Venketeshwara Swami temple, located at just 10km of north-west of Trupati in the Tirumala Hills, attracts thousands of pilgrims from other parts of the state and the country. It is one the most of important temples of India and is dedicated to Lord Venketeshwara.
The city of Tirupati takes pride in housing many places of religious importance in and around the city. The famous Venketeshwara Swami temple, located at just 10km of north-west of Trupati in the Tirumala Hills, attracts thousands of pilgrims from other parts of the state and the country. It is one the most of important temples of India and is dedicated to Lord Venketeshwara.
Koadanda Rama Swami temple :
Koadanda Rama Swami temple is another important temple of Tirupati and it lies in the center of city. Lord Rama, Sita and Lakshmana are main deities of the temple.
Koadanda Rama Swami temple is another important temple of Tirupati and it lies in the center of city. Lord Rama, Sita and Lakshmana are main deities of the temple.
ISKON Lord Krishna temple :
Colored in gold and white ISKON Lord Krishna temple is yet another main religious place of the city.
Colored in gold and white ISKON Lord Krishna temple is yet another main religious place of the city.
Shree Venketeshawr zoological park :
Shree Venketeshawr zoological park is another place of attraction of Tirupati. The park is second of its kind in Andhra Pradesh and its houses many different kinds of animals including tigers. The city also has Regional Science Center with planetarium and attracts a good crowd.
Lord Mahadehva temple at Yogimallavaram and Hanuman temple at Tirumala are some of the many other temples to be seen here. Other temples, within 40 km of the city, include Avanakshamma temple, Shree Venugopala Swamy temple, Shree Prasanna Venketeshwara Swami temple and Parashurameshwara temple.
Shree Venketeshawr zoological park is another place of attraction of Tirupati. The park is second of its kind in Andhra Pradesh and its houses many different kinds of animals including tigers. The city also has Regional Science Center with planetarium and attracts a good crowd.
Lord Mahadehva temple at Yogimallavaram and Hanuman temple at Tirumala are some of the many other temples to be seen here. Other temples, within 40 km of the city, include Avanakshamma temple, Shree Venugopala Swamy temple, Shree Prasanna Venketeshwara Swami temple and Parashurameshwara temple.
How to reach there:
The city of Tirupati is well connected to other parts of the state and country by rail, road and air. It is connected by rail to other cities like Chennai, Bangalore Hyderabad etc. it is also connected by Chennai sub-urban railway. State run buses connect the city to other towns and cities of the state. There are private luxury buses available from other parts the country to visit the city. Tirupati domestic airport, located 15 km from the center of the city, has many flights from cities like Chennai, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad etc.
The city of Tirupati is well connected to other parts of the state and country by rail, road and air. It is connected by rail to other cities like Chennai, Bangalore Hyderabad etc. it is also connected by Chennai sub-urban railway. State run buses connect the city to other towns and cities of the state. There are private luxury buses available from other parts the country to visit the city. Tirupati domestic airport, located 15 km from the center of the city, has many flights from cities like Chennai, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad etc.
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Bramvhostava festival in Tirupati is celebrated over the nine days. The festival comes in the month of October every year and is one of the most auspicious events in Tirupati and it draws many people from other parts of the state and the country.
Bramvhostava festival in Tirupati is celebrated over the nine days. The festival comes in the month of October every year and is one of the most auspicious events in Tirupati and it draws many people from other parts of the state and the country.
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Tourist Places in Gopalpur,Orissa
Gopalpur is a town in the district of Ganjam of the state of Orissa, India. Popularly known as Gopalpur-On-Sea, it is a beach town and a famous tourist destination in Orissa. The town is situated in the Bay of Bengal and has pleasant weather most of the time of the year. Its temperature ranges from 23 to 35c in summer and 16 to 27c in winter. Oriya is the main language of the town. Gopalpur was a major hub trading for the British in colonial time. Now it has become very popular tourist destination in the state. It is mainly known for its beautiful beach.
What to see: Apart from its famous beach Gopalpur offers its tourists many places of interest in and around it.
Gopalpur beach :-
Gopalpur beach houses a light house which is the main attraction of the tourists. Gopalpur was prominent port and many ships and traders used to come there. This light house was there to show the directions to many trading ships. Now this ancient monument is in ruins but it is still one of most visited sites. The light house offers its visitors beautiful views of surrounding greeney from its top. Ruins of Old Jetty are found in the beach area. This old jetty is the same jetty from where many travelers started their journey by sea to reach other countries.
Gopalpur beach houses a light house which is the main attraction of the tourists. Gopalpur was prominent port and many ships and traders used to come there. This light house was there to show the directions to many trading ships. Now this ancient monument is in ruins but it is still one of most visited sites. The light house offers its visitors beautiful views of surrounding greeney from its top. Ruins of Old Jetty are found in the beach area. This old jetty is the same jetty from where many travelers started their journey by sea to reach other countries.
Dhavaleshwar :-
Dhavaleshwar is another place worth visiting around Gopalpur. It is a beautiful island located in Mahanadi River. It is small paradise for those who want calm and secluded place. This island has everything from cool breeze to lush greenery around. It is an ideal place to spend holyday. Taptpani, the hot water as it literally means, is yet another place of interest around Gopalpur. It is a major tourist attraction and it is about 67 km away from Gopalpur.
Dhavaleshwar is another place worth visiting around Gopalpur. It is a beautiful island located in Mahanadi River. It is small paradise for those who want calm and secluded place. This island has everything from cool breeze to lush greenery around. It is an ideal place to spend holyday. Taptpani, the hot water as it literally means, is yet another place of interest around Gopalpur. It is a major tourist attraction and it is about 67 km away from Gopalpur.
How to get there:
Gopalpur is well connected by road to other parts of the state and the country. State run buses, private luxury buses and other private vehicles connect the town to other cities and town of the state. Nearest railway station to Gopalpur is Berhamur Railway Station which is just 16 km away from the Gopalpur. Biju Patnike Airport is nearest airport to Gopalpur. The airport is located at Bhubaneshwar, the capital city of the state. It is about 180km away from the Gopalpur. The airport is well connected by many flights to many major cities of India.
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Beach festival of Gopalpur is very fascinating festival and attracts many tourists from far and wide. This festival was started way back in 1996 to promote culture and tourism of the region.
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Konkan Fruit Festival
As the name suggests the Konkan fruit festival is all about the fruits of Konkan region of India. The festival is organized every year in Panjim, Goa. The festival is exhibition -cum sale of the fruits of Konkan region. This three day summer festival is organized by Botanical society of Goa in association with City Corporation of Panjim. Fruit eating and fruit carving contest and other completions of homemade fruit items like jams, wines, squashes etc are fun activities of the festival.
Konkan fruit festival witnesses the wide response from thousands people who are seen visiting the festival and enjoying the event. You can also see at the festival wide variety plants and seedling and edible items made of fruits being sold on large scale. Many stalls set up for the occasion are seen displaying wide variety different fruits of Konkan region. You can have the choice of buying these delicious fruits as they are also available for sell. Though the festival is all about Konkan fruits, it also offers the visitors other entertaining activities like music and dance programs and fancy dress competition thus attracting more and more tourists to witness the amazing event
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Asansol
Asansol is the second largest city of Indian state of West Bengal after Kolkata. The city is located in Burdwan district of the state. It is one of the major industrial and commercial centers of India. The city has large work force, moderately higher per capita income, educational institutions and good transport facilities. According to data released by International Institute of Environment and Development, a UK based policy research non-governing body; Asansol is among 11 Indian cities in the list of 100 fastest growing cities. Bengali is widely spoken language of the city. Hindi and Urdu speaking people are also found there. Asansol is a major educational center for the whole coal belt region the state from Dhanabad to Ranigunj. Economy of the city is based on coal and steel industries. Though the Ranigunj coalfield spreads over four districts, Asansol is the heart of coalfield. The average Temperature of Asansol in summer is 30c while it is about 15c in winter. About 2500 year ago the region was a significant place of Jain activities. It is believed that the last Thirthankar of Jain religion, Mahavir Vardhaman once lived and worked there.
Places to visit:
Asansol houses many places worth visiting in and around it.
Places to visit:
Asansol houses many places worth visiting in and around it.
Asansol Kalyaneswari Temple :
Situated 20km from Asansol Kalyaneswari Temple is a pilgrimage center particularly for barren women.Maithon Dam :
Maithon Dam is situated 20km from Asansol and is a place worth visit.Panchet Dam :
Panchet Dam is another dam situated 17 km from Asansol.Satabdi Park:
Satabdi Park is an amusement park especially for children. It is also nice place to spend evening.Joychandi Pahar :
Joychandi Pahar is a popular picnic spot. It is just 30 km away from Asansol.Churulia :
Churulia is the place where famous poet Kazi Nazrul Islam was born. He was the national poet of Bangladesh. The village is about 17 km from Asansol. The village houses a museum of his works and memorial for him. A cultural program is organized on the occasion of poet’s birth day.Rabindra Bhavan :
Rabindra Bhavan is a major cultural hub of the city. Sarat Mancha is another cultural centre located at Asansol Police lines.How to get there:
Asansol is well connected by rail and road to other parts of the state and the country. Being a major railway junction on Howrah- Delhi track, Asansol is connected to many other cities of the country. Many buses run by state government connect Asansol to many other cities and towns of the state. Kolkata is the nearest airport for Asansol. The airport is connected by many flights to major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, etc. You can hire a cab to reach your destination.
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Durga Pooja is the most important festival of West Bengal. The festival is also celebrated in Asansol with great enthusiasm. Holi and Naba Brasho are other major festivals celebrated in AsansolTag :
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