High destined city, Shimla

Nine-hour nonstop journey by train, not a sacrifice to enjoy a beautiful city and wonderful! A journey that gives so much experience Old Delhi Railway, from this station, Howrah Kalka Mail Express will take passengers to Kalka, about five hours. Upon arrival at Kalka, felt the wind in the morning bone.

The Incredible Toy Train
Shivalik Express ready to take you through the mountains to Shimla. Shivalik Himalayas is a series of the lowest. Shivalik Express trains are not as common because of its shape like a toy train but its super power able to power up the mountain .

Traveling with Shivalik Express is a very unique experience. The position of the seats facing each other, and each car has a special staff to handle these cars. Shivalik Express is only left in the morning from Kalka to Shimla. Along the way, in addition to being pampered with beautiful mountain views, a cup of hot tea or coffee is presented in front of you. Packed breakfast menu.

Parents face Shimla City
Shimla is a small town situated at an altitude of more than 2000 meters. Before visiting this place, make sure first that your body is ready with a cold temperature, even very cold in the winter.

Exactly at 12 noon, the train arrived in Shimla. Like the existing stations in tourist areas generally, the visitors will be greeted by the illegal tourist guides. So, should you make hotel reservations in advance, to avoid confusion.
Shimla City is a very comfortable place to walk. Especially in the area The Ridge, The Mall, and Scandal Point. Three areas are non-vehicle areas. This policy makes free Shimla pollution. The air is clean and fresh. Moreover, by walking you'll likely enjoy a series of mountains that enclose this small town.

Series of mountains with terraced peak of the Himalayas are covered with eternal snow, is the beautiful scenery you'll meet. In addition a row of shop windows lined up along the Mall, adding to the fun event "eye wash" you.

At The Mall, whatever you want, can be found in this region. Ranging from clothing shops to cafes. Not only local products, but also imported products. If you walk down along the stairs of the Mall, then you will arrive in the Middle Bazaar. Though not as pretty as the Mall, you'll find many local products such as handbags and socks with cheaper prices.

Meanwhile, in the area of The Ridge, you can see a towering church. Church with the yellow walls of this is the second oldest church in India. Also in the area of The Ridge also have a library, a few cafes and bars, and park benches that could be where you just relax enjoying the sunshine and sunset.

Although his age was no longer young, Shimla City remains "fresh" eyes. Governments and citizens are keeping the authenticity of the existing building since the British colonial era this. The old buildings are not only in untreated conditions, but also continue to work until now.

Temple at Peak Hill
There are several other interesting places not far from the Shimla city, the Viceregal Lodge and Botanical Garden (less than 5km from Scandal Point), Himachal State Museum (3km west of Scandal Point) and Jakhu Temple in northern city (about 45 minutes walking from Scandal Point). If you want to visit Jakhu Temple, the most appropriate time is in the morning, because the air is still very fresh and the sun is not too hot.

Prepare your physical because of the way to the Temple Jakhu requires high stamina and unyielding spirit. The road to this temple and is always climbing up the hill occasionally. Along the way, you can see the behavior of monkeys hanging from the trees. Jakhu Temple is a temple dedicated to worship the monkey god, Hanuman. Lots of monkeys around the temple. Careful! Because they can suddenly become hostile and attack the visitors. Fortunately, before entering the temple, you can rent a goad these apes.

Arriving at the temple. You can feel the atmosphere. There are several park benches for you to sit to rest with a breath of fresh air from the surrounding forest that surrounds the temple. This temple is the highest peak north of the Ridge. From this temple, we can see the sights Shimla City at the bottom and so was snowy Himalayan peaks.

Religious Vacation in India

India have a million amazing attractions. Starting from the natural attractions of mountains and countryside, tourism beautiful cities, and no less interesting objects of religious tourism.

The Lumbini perhaps become most visited religious resort town visited by many tourists. Lumbini was known as the birthplace of the Buddha Gautama. For the Buddha, Lumbini become one of the places you can not miss when visiting India. The reason, according to the history, Buddha Gautama was born into the royal family in the year 556 BC in Lumbini, India with state borders Nepal.

It is said that Gautama Buddha's birth was followed by the emergence of such signs Bodhi Tree grows. By King Ashoka, the ruler of the Buddhist period, erected a stupa and a pillar to commemorate the Buddha Gautama. Development stupa made after King Ashoka visited the birthplace of the Buddha two centuries later. Although the current state of the stupa in a state devastated, but did not discourage tourists to remember.

Other places are no less interesting is the Bodhgaya. That said, this is where the Buddha Gautama reached perfection after doing tapas under a Bodhi tree at the age of 29 years. In this city there is also Mahabodhi Temple was built in the 3rd century by King Ashoka. Some again say the temple was built between the 5th century and the 7th.

Next to Samath, in India the Ganges valley, where the Buddha taught the faith and aspects of the Budhaan. Another pilgrimage site is visited by many Shravasti. In this city of the Buddha did a lot of great miracles. Sankashaya other important cities. According to Buddhist belief, Gautama Buddha to be descended from heaven Tushita. This city became the only Buddhist pilgrimage site that does not have a temple or monastery.

Nalanda is also an important pilgrimage place. Not because it is blessed with the presence of the Buddha, but because of the university's famous monastery, Rajgir also has its own charm, the Buddha has come and teach.

Important events coming to Rajgir Buddha is as Buddha left two of his disciples, Sariputra and Maudgalyayana. That said, Sariputra awarded extraordinary intelligence. While Maudgalyayana power to perform miracles. Kushinagar is also the center of attention, especially Buddhist tourists visiting India. The reason is, this is where the Buddha Gautama reached all-contemplation

Anjuna Beach in Goa

If you want to enjoy an idyllic holiday with your love ones beside the calm waters of Arabian sea lapping softly on the Indian shores, then pack your bags and check out the white sandy beaches of Anjuna or Anjana. Situated at a distance of 18km from Panaji the capital of Goa, Anjuna beach is one of the famous tourist attractions of Goa. Anjuna beach which is famous as the freak capital of world is only 8km from the Mapusa in North Goa. It was discovered by the hippies in between late 1950's to mid 1960's. Then onwards it became a favorite haven for the hippies in India.

This beach which was earlier a small village came to lime light with its Trance parties and and the Hippies, who has merged the spiritual tradition of Eastern countries with the art, culture and music of the Western countries. Full moon parties which are also known as the Acid House Party and Wednesday flea market always convert this picturesque beach into the sea of humanity.



Anjuna beach is blessed with a pleasant climate through out the year but the ideal time to visit and enjoy the beauty of this excellent beach is from November to February. Every year during the Christmas and New Year, the village is inundated with tourist from all over the world with a dream to have a blast in these big parties.

Outside peak season, Anjuna turns into surprisingly simple and calm beach, ideal for lazying holidaymakers.