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The <strong><a href="http://www.concepttravel.in/kerala/kerala-backwaters.html" title="Kerala backwaters">Kerala backwaters</a></strong> are a chain of brackish lagoons and lakes lying parallel to the Arabian Sea coast (known as the Malabar Coast) of Kerala state in southern India. The network includes five large lakes linked by canals, both manmade and natural, fed by 38 rivers, and extending virtually half the length of Kerala state. The backwaters were formed by the action of waves and shore currents creating low barrier islands across the mouths of the many rivers flowing down from the Western Ghats range.
Kerala was placed among the `50 destinations of a lifetime' by National Geographic Traveler in a special collectors' issue released just before the turn of the millennium.</div>
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With the Kuttanad region and the Vembanad Kayal nearby, Alappuzha (earlier known as Alleppy) attracts tourists throughout the year. The criss-crossing canals in the area evoke comparisons with Venice, but the differences are also substantial. Each has an identity of its own. Amongst the notable sights is the palm covered Pathiramanal Island in Vembanad Kayal, one hour by boat from Alappuzha.[2] The place is famous for the snake boat races and also has a number of historic colonial buildings and a beach.</div>
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Kumarakom
The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Kayal, and is part of the Kuttanad region.[15] The blue backwaters of Vembanad Kayal and the amazing shades of green of the vegetation, combines with the quietness of the place to make it an idyllic holiday destination. Many of the resorts also offer ayurvedic treatment While Kuttanad is ideal for a house boat cruise, the resorts are the main attraction in Kumarakonam. One can also take a boat trip in Kumarakom It is located 15 km west of Kottayam. The bird sanctuary and the drift</div>
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HOUSE BOATS
The houseboats in Kerala, south India, are huge, slow-moving, exotic barges used for leisure trips. They are a reworked model of Kettuvallams (in the Malayalam language, Kettu means "tied with ropes", and vallam means "boat"), which, in earlier times, were used to carry rice and spices from Kuttanad to the Kochi port. Kerala houseboats were considered a convenient means of transportation.
The popularity of Kettuvallams has returned in the function as major tourist attractions.
Such a houseboat is about 60 to 70 feet (18 to 21 m) long and about 15 feet (4.6 m) wide at the middle. The hull is made of wooden planks that are held together by ropes of coconut fiber; the usual wood is 'Anjili'. The roof is made of bamboo poles and palm leaves. The exterior of the boat is painted with protective coats of cashew nut oil.</div>
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BOAT RACES
Chundan vallams or snake boats are narrow boats over 100 feet (30 m) long, with a raised prow that stands 10 feet (3.0 m) above water and resembles the hood of a snake. Traditionally these were used by local rulers to transport soldiers during waterfront wars. In modern times, it has spawned a new sport – the Vallam Kali (boat race). Each chundan vallam accommodates about a hundred muscular oarsmen.</div>
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The boat races starts with Champakulam Moolam Boat Race which is held on the Pamba River in the village Champakulam on Moolam day (according to the Malayalam Era M.E) of the Malayalam month Midhunam, the day of the installation of the deity at the Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple. Very interesting stories lie behind the origin of Moolam Boat Race.
When Jawaharlal Nehru visited Kerala in 1952, four traditional chundan valloms went to receive him. A snake boat race was organised for him. He was so impressed that when he went back to Delhi, he sent back a gleaming silver trophy for a boat race. Even today, the 1.5 km Nehru Trophy Boat Race is the most prestigious. It is held during the Onam harvest festival in August in Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha.</div>
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Other renowned boat races are: Indira Gandhi Boat Race, Champakulam Moolam Boat Race, Aranmula Uthrattadi Vallamkali, Payippad Jalotsavam, kallada Boat Race and Kumarakom Boat Race.</div>
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backwaters in kerala

backwaters in kerala The Kerala backwaters are a chain of brackish lagoons and lakes lying parallel to the Arabian Sea coast (known as the Malabar Coast) of Kerala state in southern India. The netwo…

25 May 2014

Peermade Hill Station

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The fragrance of all kinds of spices that have put Indian cuisine on the world map could be sniffed entering in this region of Kerala as well. The temptation of this journey begins with the tickle of senses like nose and taste buds, even if one is too far to actually indulge in them. On arriving, the eyes are pleasured with the sights of sprawling estates allowing the slopes of hill to appear under verdant cover of coffee, tea, pepper, cardamom and rubber plantations under the contrasting blue-grey of the sky. At 950 m above sea level, when air blows or fog and mists up on the hills touch skin, welcome message is easy to interpret, just as the ears can listen to humming rhythm of streams of falls and rivers setting an all-entertaining stage. Result is gratified five senses giving way to ultimate Peermede holidays experience.</div>
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People aware of the lexical relevance of the word ‘Peer’ would know that it refers to a Muslim saint. The history of the place relates it with the Peer Mohammad who was close to the then royal Travancore family. The saint was believed to be the first spice trader in the region and this is how the place has taken the name everyone currently knows it by. For long the place served itself as the summer retreat of royals.</div>
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A quite place tucked away from usual hustle bustle, the place is an invitation-incarnate, giving time to introspect, retrospect and explore the place and in the process- self. There are not many destinations as such but the natural beauty found here could give competition to the surrounding places. Some of the aspects of Peermade tourism are-</div>
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Thrissanku Hills - When 4 Km of distance is covered from Peermede, one reaches to these hills with a sunrise and sunset to die for amidst all the greenery. Be ready to click away the glimpses of Western Ghats.</div>
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Panchalimedu - A prominent character in the Indian epic Mahabharata, Draupadi, also known as Panchali, wife of Pandavas is known to be revered as a goddess in south. This place has pond Panchalikulam which is believed to be the used for bathing by her.</div>
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Grampi - Also referred to as Paranthupara or eagle rock, the place is famed to provide a bird eye’s view. Welcoming spice and tea-coffee plantation on the road to this place is a cue that more welcome-sights are on their way to meet eyes.</div>
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Peeru Hills - Trekkers as well as fond of picnics love this scenic location 4 km from Peermede. Travel as per convenience and see the charm unfold.</div>
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Madammakkulam - A waterfall and a pond below it seems to be a great spot for spending hours in noise filled silence. This is what the place has as its main attraction, named after a British lady who used to frequent it.</div>
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Kuttikanam - Trekking more often than not is the best possible way of enjoying this place. There are other adventures happening here; decide either to be a spectator or a participant, joy of being there is irrepressible.</div>
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Amritha Medu - Ideal for trekking and answering the invitation of Mother Nature, the place is known for Good Friday gathering.</div>
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Summer Palace - The place was meant as a summer retreat for royal of Travancore family and now is a tourists spot worth a visit. Here, the tomb of sufi saint as well as the residence of Diwan can also be located.</div>
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Places around Peermede</div>
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Reading what all is mentioned above has already made your mind of exploring the place, few additions in Peermede travel package are not at all going to hurt. Consider following if you are looking for a bit longer holidays in this region of Kerala.</div>
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Pattumala - As silk comes to understood for beauty soothing eyes and skin when worn as clothes, the place gives the same feeling as if worn on soul. Situated some 17 km from Peermade, the hill town is a beauty to cherish as the meaning of its name slowly dawns on unsuspecting visitors.</div>
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Vagamon - One of the well known places around the region, Vagamon is 25 Km away from Peermede, attracting tourists for stories in historical folds of time and the hill charm that never fails to amaze.</div>
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Kottayam - Some way below the Peermede, this destination help changing the mood one from romance to sheer bliss, as represented by the Kerala.</div>
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<b>Kanjirappally </b>- Rubber plantations, Pamba River and Ganapathiyar Kovil are some of the most visible aspects of this town but a curious soul can always explore more.</div>
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Things to do</div>
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As hinted above under various places to visit, a fair idea should be there. All that could be the possibilities and extent of joyful Peermade tour has in store are surely on mind already. For a recap though, trekking, lake sighting, learning about plantations and growing tea, coffee, spices and rubber are some of the activities most enjoyed. These also help in getting insights on a local culture and people, add-on of such a trip.</div>
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Chilly nights give way to foggy misty mornings. Witnessing them from the huge glass pane of a cozy accommodation is a sight tourists look forward to. Surfing online various hill resorts and hotels in Peermede or taking in recommendation of friends and families can take to some of the well known lodgings like KTDC Yatri Niwas, Himarani, Wood Palace Heritage hotel, Thrisangu Heaven, Misti Mountain, Dream land Hill resort, etc.</div>
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Booking one of them as per size of the group and requirements can save tourists to the place from lot of worry and anxiety, especially when it is peak season.</div>
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The prime months of this hill station are summer, winter and monsoon as with all the other places. Summer witnesses 22°C to 29°C, considerably cooler than the heat of southern plains. Then there are rains in the months of monsoon from June to August when the area is wet and windy. Winter are cooler than all the other months of the year when temperature teases a plunge to 12°C making it a ‘cool’ time for romance.</div>
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Best time to visit</div>
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Enjoying the area is much easier in comfortable weather which generally is a characteristic of summers in <b><a href="http://www.concepttravel.in/hill-stations.html" target="_blank">hill station</a></b>. This makes it ‘hot’ tourism getaway. Else, other seasons could also be tested by explorers at heart.</div>
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<b>How to reach</b></div>
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<b>Air</b> - Cochin International Airport, which is 130 Km away from Peermade can be boarding point. If not, Madurai airport is the other option.</div>
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Rail - Kottayam, 51 Km from Peermede is the railway station visitors reach to before they embark to mountain-road trip to Peermede.</div>
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<b>Road </b>- cities and towns like Bangalore, Cochin, Thiruvananthapuram, Thekkady and Kumly are well connected with Peermede and could be directly reached by car or bus.</div>
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Peermede - the next destination for exhilarating summers or maybe winters, isn’t it!.</div>
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24 May 2014

Neelimala Hill Station

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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Introduction- </span><a href="http://blog.concepttravel.in/hill-stations-india/neelimala-hill-station.html" target="_blank">Neelimala hill station</a><span style="font-weight: normal;"> is sited in Kerala and it's a </span><a href="http://www.concepttravel.in/kerala/kerala-hill-stations.html" target="_blank">Kerala hill station</a><span style="font-weight: normal;"> developed by steep slopes and</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">it's</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">positioned</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">in Wayanad district of Kerala. These steep slopes runs down</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">in direction of</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">the earth having the</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">inexperienced</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">protecting</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">like snowflakes over the Christmas tree</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">right here</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">we get to see the</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">pure</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">beauties</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">to look at</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">and</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">discover</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">extra</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">pure</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">stuff surrounds this</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">unbelievable</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">nature. The place</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">turns into</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">extra</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">mesmerizing and</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">scorching</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">after the monsoon</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">local weather</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">seeing the place at this</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">level</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">of time</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">you'll get</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">to lose</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">all of your</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">senses and fall in love with such</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">a reasonably</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">stuff gifted by nature to this earth.</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">Throughout</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">this monsoon season</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">it's</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">felt that the</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">beautiful</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">mountains of this place had taken sprays of water and it</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">looks like</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">an untouched and virgin</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">magnificence</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">which not has been touched from the day this world is created.</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">It's so</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">a lot</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">intense that the</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">particular person</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">visits there</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">turns into</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">the aficionado of such</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">an enormous</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">prettiness.</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">It is usually</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">enclosed with the Meenmutti waterfalls</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">that are</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">identical to</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">the tears falling from the greenery</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">girl</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">it</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">offers</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">soothing</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">impact</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">to the onlooker eyes and makes us observe the goose brumes seeing such</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">a ravishing</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">and dazzling</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">characteristic</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">of this place. The panoramic scene of the waterfalls</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">gives</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">this place</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">on the</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">gorgeous</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">look to this gargantuan place.</span></div>
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<b>Climate circumstances related to this place-</b>In Neelimala the climate is sort of very cool and interesting throughout the monsoon it reveals its true colours of nature and discover the great thing about such a charming state of affairs spot. For tourism this season is the very best season to get extra out of this place and the vacationers can even get the attention enjoyable view and refreshes it up. The winter season can also be good for this place as this place gives the calm results throughout such season and helps us to unwind and rejuvenate ourselves and supply us with interior peace.</div>
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<b>Vacationer’s attraction-</b>It's having the espresso plantations and in addition the waterfalls it’s like a chook eye within the huge and intense jungle of Wayanad district. Additionally it is having the location of deep valley when the individual see this it takes away the breath and its like experiencing the nice vegetation and fauna on this prominence location it senses like heaven on the earth. It is likely one of the foremost tourism sights the greenery, the shrubbery and the cascade. The espresso fabrication is taken into account because the smugness of Kerala. It's also having the purple blossom of bushes and sitting on them the attractive, multihued and imaginative butterflies. By seeing all this stuff the stroll is turning into impactful. The trekking can be accomplished on this place whereas trekking you possibly can examine extra wonderful results and impacts of this scorching place. It gives purity to the soul.</div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Location-</b>The </span>Neelimala hill station<span style="font-weight: normal;"> is positioned in Wayanad district of Kerala and it's positioned on the remoteness of 27 km from Kalpetta and 12 km from the Sultha Battery.</span></div>
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Neelimala Hill Station

Introduction- Neelimala hill station is sited in Kerala and it's a Kerala hill station developed by steep slopes and it's positioned in Wayanad district of Kerala. These steep slopes runs down in dir…

23 May 2014

Neelimala Hill station in Kerala

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It is just not water, but a milky way, tearing apart the dense greenery of Wayanad forests. The Meenmutti waterfalls, gushing down and then flowing in cascades further down its course is an awesome sight to watch from the <b>Neelimala Hill station</b> near Vaduvanchal in <b><a href="http://www.concepttravel.in/kerala/travel/wayanad/index.html" target="_blank">Wayanad Hill Stations</a></b>.</div>
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Reach Chundale before Kalpetta in <b>Wayanad Hill Stations</b> District and take the Ootty road to the right that goes via Meppadi and on reaching Vaduvanchal turn right. It is best to hire a four wheeler form here to reach <b>Neelimala Hill station</b>. After three kilomteres drive from Vaduvanchal, the road turns to the right and climbs up a rugged road to reach the base of a tribal settlement, surrounded by coffee plantation and pepper vines. Get down, pick your backpack, put on your trekking shoes and of course keep a good camera.</div>
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On the way up to the <a href="http://blog.concepttravel.in/hill-stations-india/neelimala-hill-station.html" target="_blank">Neelimala Hill station</a>, one would have the company of the coffee plantations on either side and further up, small holdings of ginger and areca nut. The sides of the path leading to the view place is also dotted with small bushes of purple flower plants and also chirping sun birds and other varieties of small birds darting in and out of the bushes.</div>
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Completing the first part of the ascend, which is about half a kilometer, the trekking path gets narrower and goes down before it climbs up again. Now the vegetation on the sides changes to tall, wild grass, including the lemon grass variety. The narrow path goes further up and suddenly opens up into a panoramic view, with the mountain folds of the Western Ghats on your left and a hill slope replete with grass and studded with boulders on the right. You have reached the <b>Neelimala Hill station </b>and reach more <a href="http://www.concepttravel.in/kerala/kerala-hill-stations.html" style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; font-weight: bold; line-height: 17px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #38761d;">Kerala Hill Stations</span></a>.</div>
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Have a brief stop. Catch your breath. Feel the cool breeze in your hair, as it dries out the sweat. Take a look around to spot some butterflies with rare colour and size, gliding down the slopes and sometimes going behind the mist. As you remain there, your ears slowly get receptive to a rumble down the valley. If you hear it, take the narrow path going down to the left. Make your way through tall grasses leaning on to you. Move gently and watch out for slippery rocks and pits. Meandering to the left, the path would lead you to a spot, where you would find yourself standing behind a rocky spur with the rumbling noise becoming intense manifold.</div>
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Carefully make your descend down and move towards the middle of the rocky spur. It would take some time for you to believe the mesmerizing sight that is right before you. Down flows a track of white water, flanked by evergreen forests. A sight you would never forget. Get your best shots and take in its pristine beauty as much as you can. As you watch the unforgettable sight of Meenmutti waterfall, an occasional blanket of thick mist could block your sight. But, do not get upset. Wait for some time and as the mist clears out, and on occasions the sheet of mist would split open to reveal the waterfall, which is yet another delightful thing to watch.</div>
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Neelimala Hill station in Kerala

It is just not water, but a milky way, tearing apart the dense greenery of Wayanad forests. The Meenmutti waterfalls, gushing down and then flowing in cascades further down its course is an awesome s…

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Rajasthan Monuments

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<span style="font-size: 10px; font-weight: normal;">There's no point of debate on Rajasthan being one the foremost states which could boast of brilliant architecture. The architectural marvel is found in all of Rajasthan in the proper execution of various forts, palaces, temples, havelis (mansions), and even simple houses of the neighborhood people. These monuments are living reminiscence of the Islamic, Rajput, and European architectures. These monuments were built bearing in mind the many purposes they served - a home for the royalty, defense and garrison purpose, and religious needs of the neighborhood population.</span></h1>
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The monuments of Rajasthan are a good example of the romance of the kings of Rajputana with the cities and times in that they lived. The intricate carvings and difficult terrains, in that the monuments were built, reflect a silly mixture of toughness and compassion the Rajput kings held. The numerous forts and palaces, today, reveal the tales of the legendary and chivalrous kings of Rajasthan. Browse on further to find a few of the plethora of monuments resting in Rajasthan.</div>
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Jaigarh Fort (Jaipur)</div>
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Jaigarh Fort, also referred to as the fort of victory, is among the three hilltop forts that overlook Jaipur. Situated approximately 15 km from Jaipur, the fort was constructed involving the 15th and 18th centuries. The fort is obviously a military structure as may be comprehended by its citadel type of architectural style.</div>
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Amber Fort (Jaipur)</div>
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Constructed by Raja Man Singh I in 1592 and completed by Raja Sawai Jai Singh I, the fort is just a fantastic mixture of Mughal and Rajput architecture at its best. Produced in red sandstone and white marble, the fort supplies the spectators a magnificent sight.</div>
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Kumbhalgarh Fort (Udaipur)</div>
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Constructed in the 15th century by Raja Kumbha, the fort is situated 64 km north of Udaipur. Like Chittorgarh, it's one of the very significant citadels of Udaipur. Kumbhalgarh Fort is well-known for the birth of the legendary Rajput king, Maharana Pratap of Mewar.</div>
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Mehrangarh Fort (Jodhpur)</div>
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Integrated 1459 by Rao Jodha and continuously being extended by other rulers of the royal house of Jodhpur till the 19th century, the Mehrangarh Fort is one of the very magnificent and impressive forts of India. It can also be one of the very well maintained forts of Rajasthan.</div>
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Jaisalmer Fort, Sonar Quila (Jaisalmer)</div>
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The Sonar Quila, or the Golden Fort, is ideally named so because of its location in the land of golden sand dunes of Thar Desert. Manufactured from yellow sandstone, once the sunrays fall on the fort, it shines like bewitching gold. The fort is just a city complex alone consisting of palaces, security sources, havelis (mansions) of rich merchants, temples, and residential complexes of the army.</div>
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<a href="http://www.concepttravel.in/rajasthan/palaces/umaid-bhavan-palace.html" target="_blank">Umaid Bhawan Palace</a> (Jodhpur)</div>
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Integrated the 20th century, the palace took 16 long years for completion and is among the last great palaces to be integrated India. The palace derives its name from Maharaja Umaid Singh, who had been deeply interested in western lifestyle and hence, appointed the Edwardian architect, Henry Vaughan Lanchester to construct the palace on the Chittar hills of Jodhpur.</div>
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City Palace (Jaipur)</div>
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Situated amidst the center of the walled city, City Palace was built by Raja Sawai Jai Singh, with extensions produced by the successive rulers. An area of the City Palace still serves while the residence of the royal category of Jaipur, although the ground floor and other chapters of the palace are open for public viewing and currently behave as museums.</div>
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The Palace of Winds is centrally situated in the town of Jaipur and is a silly structure with 953 small windows on the large wall, facing the road, to permit the breeze to input the hot months of summers.</div>
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City Palace (Udaipur)</div>
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Built by Maharana Uday Singh, the founder of the town of Udaipur, City Palace has been continuously extended by successive Maharanas, but nevertheless retains its uniformity. Looking at the east bank of Lake Pichola, the palace may be entered through Hati pol, or the elephant gate, which further takes anyone to one other two gates of the palace - the Tripolia, a triple arched gate, and Bari pol, the big gate.</div>
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Summer time palace of the Maharana of Udaipur, Lake Palace was built by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1743. Originally referred to as the Jag Niwas, the palace is made over a whole island above Lake Pichola.</div>
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Rajasthan Monuments

Rajasthan Monuments There's no point of debate on Rajasthan being one the foremost states which could boast of brilliant architecture. The architectural marvel is found in all of Rajasthan in the pro…

12 Apr 2014