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Kolkata, a part of India that’s as richer in nature as it is in history. With that in mind, we’ve a list of places to visit around Kolkata that are an amalgamation of both nature and history at their best. Tread along these  lesser known weekend getaways near Kolkata to enjoy rains  and be amazed! 1. Santiniketan True to its name,  Santiniketan  is a quaint university  town near   Kolkata .  The Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore founded a school here which is now known as Visva Bharathi Vidyapeet. The Uttarayan complex is one of the popular attractions which are where Tagore lived and is now converted to a museum and art gallery. Apart from its literary status, this town is  peaceful weekend getaway  to unwind from Kolkata’s hustle and bustle. 2. Barrackpore A treasure trove of history,  Barrackpore  has something for everyone. From old temples and cantonments, famous ghats like Dhobi Ghat and museums including Gandhi Museum and parks and gardens like the Manga

THE HIMALAYAN - MANALI Built in the Victorian Gothic Revival style & perched at an elevation of 2003 metres, The Himalayan is a first-class boutique resort in Manali area of North Western Indian Himalaya. Our Castle & Cottages are set in the midst of 2 acres of apple and cherry orchards, overlooking resplendent snow capped mountain peaks and waterfalls plunging down rock faces. Here grandeur, elegance & style have conspired to create intimacy & warmth without pretension. The Himalayan’s privileged setting & its distinct atmosphere suggests refinement & élan, together with gracious & intuitive service. INVENTORY Number of rooms: 24 Eight guest chambers in the Castle (all with four-poster beds & antique armoires) in four different categories (Premier, Grand, Family & Classic). Most with working Fireplaces. Eight Cottages (each with 2 Bedrooms, complete with dining & drawing space with functional fire place). Cottage kitchenettes e

“Do you want to marry me?”… “Yes!!!” So what comes next? Wedding planning …right! Most of the Indian couples want a grand wedding ceremony away from their hustle and bustle city life and so choosing a beautiful wedding destination has become a trend nowadays. But, to make your wedding day special and memorable for lifetime, you need to choose the best destination that would be your worth getting married at. Nalagarh is considered to be one of the popular wedding destinations in North India. Peaceful environment, pleasant climate, breathtaking scenery and natural beauty will simply make your wedding day memorable forever. Nalagarh tempts one who extremely loves to enjoy amidst mountains and fantasize of having a romantic wedding in the Himalayas. The architecture of this Fort perfectly blends innovation with tradition, offering the perfect backdrop for your dream wedding. If you wanna make your wedding day romantic and special, The beautiful Fort Nalagarh was the

Tara Devi Temple Located in Shimla is a very famous tourist attraction of this place. Situated at a distance of around 11 kilometers from Shimla (2 Km from Woodsmoke Resort & Spa Shogi ), this famous temple can be visited while traveling on the Kalka - Shimla National Highway. The Tara Devi Temple is situated at the top of a hill in Simla and the lush green environs surrounding it give the temple a very peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. One must visit this temple to check out the breath taking views of the countryside. The backdrop of the lofty Himalayas and the clean and fresh air works wonders and makes your vacation worthwhile. The origin of this temple can be traced back to around 250 years. It is said Goddess Tara was brought all the way from West Bengal to Himachal Pradesh. A King from the Sen dynasty visited this place after some years. He had brought along a small gold locket in which his an idol of his deity was encased in gold. He always wore this locket in his upp

A small and scenic town in Himachal Pradesh, Kasauli has won the hearts of tourists for a while now. The influence of the British era can be seen on Kasauli today, this adds an old world charm to the town. Apart from its mesmerising beauty, the town offers the visitors a lot of adventure sports as well. Trekking: If you are looking for some picturesque trekking routes, then Kasauli tops the list. Tourists can find a number of treks from here to places such as Kalka, Jabli and Garkhal. For instance, the trek from Jabli to Kasauli stretches over approx 9 kms and presents beautiful vistas. Nature Walks: If you would prefer taking it easy and just going for a stroll. Then again, Kasauli doesn't disappoint you. Explore the beauty of the town, with its scenic views. There is a trail that goes from Old Kasauli Road to Parwanoo. The 1.5 km long Sanawar-Mandudhar Walk is the highlight of the town. Camping: Want to camp with your young kids? There are a number of sites

Hola Mohalla is an annual Sikh festival, celebrated extensively over three days mainly at the Anandpur Sahib Gurudwara , in the state of Punjab. It is a martial fair that was introduced by Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh, to fortify the Sikh community by carrying out martial training and mock-drills, along with religious discussions. The festivities of Hola Mohalla begin by visiting the gurudwaras for early morning prayers. Durbars are held and the Guru Granth Sahib is read. Kirtans and religious lectures are carried out and after the religious ceremonies are over, the ‘prasad’ is distributed among the people. The evening is filled with a lot of anticipation and thrill, as martial members of the Sikh community (Nihang Sikhs) display their physical strength through daring acts like mock-battles (Gatka), sword-fighting displays, archery and exercising on speeding horses.  They also splatter colours on the audience. This is followed by cultural activities including music, da