New Year Bonanza for NRI's Travelling via Air India

Air India has offered a New year Bonanza scheme for NRI and other overseas tourists offering fares starting $200 on its domestic flights for two journeys.
The scheme is called the 'Visit Incredible India Pass' and will be available in overseas market from Jan 1, 2012.

The pass will allow passengers to travel on any domestic route within 180 days from the date of commencement of the international journey.

Travellers can also purchase additional coupons for $110 per journey.

Delhi to Agra Same Day - Taj Mahal Trip Suggestions and Tour Cost

Delhi to Agra Same Day - Taj Mahal Trip Suggestions and Tour Cost

Agra houses one of the most famous building Taj Mahal. It is Located on banks on Yamuna River. Taj Mahal is one of the New seven wonders of the world. Is is also one of the three world heritage sites in agra which includes Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri.Agra fort looks at Taj and it is said that when the son of Shahjahan Prisoned his father in a room which was overlooking Taj Mahal. There is also Akbar ruined Abondoned city of Fatehpur sikari also known as Ghost town. This was proved unlucky for Akbar the Great Mughal King. Also try one of the favorite sweet of Agra popular all over India. Every day thousands of tourists take a day trip to Agra from Delhi to visit these world heritage monuments. It is also said that if you leave Delhi without giving a visit to Taj Mahal then you missed something.

Option For Agra Trip - You can either take a Car or Train to Agra. When taking a day trip to Agra the better option is to take a car with Private Driver which is more comfortable and convenient.

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Delhi Agra Jaipur Delhi Tours via Train Journey

Booking Train Trips between Delhi - Agra - Jaipur 

These days its very easy to book train journeys in India. You can simply go to www.irctc.co.in  or www.cleartrip.com here you can book train Journey in India. You need to first create account in these websites.

You can search the train tickets inside your admin area and book them.

For Delhi Agra Jaipur Follow these

Delhi - Agra - best train is 2002 Bhopal Shatabdi which leaves Delhi at 6:15 and reaches agra at 8:15 the station in Delhi is called NDLS and in Agra it is AGC Agra Cantonment

Agra - Jaipur:

Morning: 2195 - AII INTERCITY departs Agra Fort AF 05.10 arrives JP 09.30

Evening: 2965 - GWL UDZ SUP EXP departs AGC 17.40 arrives JP 22.13

Jaipur - Delhi: best to take evening train

2016 - AJMER SHTBDI - JP 17.50 NDLS 22.40

Note : -  If you are using IRCTC, choose Axis Payment Gateway (Axis PG) for making payments. It works faster with non Indian cards.


Other Option - Same Day Delhi to Agra tour by Car for 4000 INR per car.

Buying a Prepaid Mobile sim Card in India

Dear Friends,
           Some people have question if they are travelling to India should they buy pre paid sim card or use there own phone to make call?

Its better to buy a Mobile Sim in India. Its Quite inexpensive and calls are cheaper.

Best Mobile Companies - Vodaphone, Airtel, BSNL

Requirement if you are Tourist in India - You need a passport copy, 1 Visa Copy , 2 Photographs. You need to provide the address of the place where you are staying.

When a nation woke up and started building - Hindustan Times

Roughly two decades after the British-built New Delhi was unveiled to the world in 1931, the Capital witnessed another slew of hectic construction activity. The public buildings and mass housing projects that came up in the first decade after India got independence, gave shape to the Delhi we

know today.

Delhi saw a huge population explosion after Partition and also became a magnet for migrants from across the country looking for better opportunities in the independent nation’s Capital. The old part of Delhi was already bursting at the seams and New Delhi was not built to accommodate this multitude of people. Also, the Capital needed new institutional and public buildings to accommodate the increasing number of government offices and officials.

Apart from the challenge of creating this infrastructure, there was also a need to create indigenous architecture that would express the ethos of the time.

“The period after independence was that of hope and the feeling that we can determine and develop our own architecture, instead of a colonial power building for us,” said noted architect AGK Menon.

The post-independence Capital saw a complete deviation from the architectural philosophy that marked the colonial building. When Lutyens was planning a new Capital for British India, the idea behind the grand, imposing buildings was to firmly establish the imperial suzerainty of the colonial power. The independent nation’s Capital needed an architecture that would showcase its faith in modernity and progress.

“The need to create our own architecture was expressed in two ways,” said Menon. “Some wanted to revive the past, as seen in buildings like Ashoka Hotel that were modern structures but with Indian characteristics. Others advocated modernism, which was the rage internationally at that time and examples of such buildings are Rabindra Bhawan and the CSIR building at Rafi Marg,” he said.

Independent India’s first PM Jawaharlal Nehru took a keen interest in the architecture of the new constructions, which he believed should portray the country’s commitment to development and progressiveness. So, utilitarian modernism became the template for almost all government buildings that came up in the 1950s and dot the area between central secretariat and at ITO.

Another reason behind the austere facades of these buildings was the acute crunch of funds. All embellishments were done away with and the prominent features of these buildings were horizontal massing of large windows, freestanding staircases and cantilevered porches.

Mass housing projects, mainly meant for government employees, had an even more severe look. Housing complexes that came up in areas like Sarojini Nagar (then Vinay Nagar) and Laxmi Bai Nagar were just simple structures with a lime finish with the only visible features being sun shades over windows and accentuated stair towers.

Spacious houses were built for senior officers in areas like Kaka Nagar and Bapa Nagar. Private ‘colonies’ came up in Malviya Nagar, Lajpat Nagar, Karol Bagh and New Friends Colony in the 1950s and 1960s also saw a deviation from the conventional style of houses. Living and dining rooms were joined, courtyards were out and bathrooms were now attached with bedrooms.

When a nation woke up and started building - Hindustan Times

Hotels Near NSIC Exhibition Ground

BnB New Delhi Bed and Breakfast is family run Bed and Breakfast accommodation. It is Located Near NSIC Exhibition Ground. 

Mecca and Madina to get 10,000 Additional Muslim pilgrim this year.

Haj Season to start this year from November 4th till Nov 8th. Indian Government has given permission to Increase no of Pilgrim. There will be more flights to Saudi. 

Delhi Tour Packages - Delhi must see sights.

Delhi portrays the riches and the multicolored designs of the olden times. The capital city of India brags of having witnessed some of the most important historical moments in the past times. It is a combination of both age old custom, traditions along with the modern values. Delhi tourism provides you with an organized sight seeing tour comprising of best architectural intricacies, various art forms, different historical monuments mingled with the modern buildings and newly constructed malls. Multi cuisines which the capital city offers is another attraction for all the travelers who come here for leisure or for exploring these historical monuments..

Historical connections of Delhi

Earlier known as "Indraprastha' the capital of the "pandavas' so the history of Delhi goes way back to the times of Mahabharta. Other rulers who ruled over Delhi are TheMauryas, Tomars, Chauhans, Rajputs, Lodhis, Khiljis, Tughlaqs, Marathas, Mughals and finally the British .The authority of these emperors can be seen on the standard of living, ethnicity and most prominently with the monuments they constructed .British too left a long lasting impact on the people of Delhi and ever since they left all the national festivals are celebrated with zest, enthusiasm and exuberance.

Architectural Exquisiteness

Delhi travel guide takes you to a distinctive Mughal period.

Red FortThe enormous fort consists of a number of halls like Diwan-i-am (Hall of Public Audience), Diwan-i-khas (Hall of Private Audience), different residential palaces for the kings and queens, private apartments, Moti Masjid (mosque), etc.

Old Fort
The fort comprises of a lake ,a very old mosque, Zoological Park, and a tower 'Sher-Mandal'.The sound and the light show that portrays 5000 years age old history is another major fascination of this place.

Tughlaqabad Fort

Built by Ghiyas-ud-Din Tughlaq, of which only remains are there.

Qutub Minar

It is 73 m in height comprises of five floors with balconies and many writings which giver us the message of the lifestyle and culture of those times.

India Gate

A beautiful monument for the warriors who sacrificed their lives during the world war -1 and the Afghan war. On every Republic day an annual parade is held to honor these brave soldiers

Humayun's Tomb

The tomb of Mughal emperor Humayun, is famous for its square garden that is divided into four large squares, separated by walkway and canals.

Jama Masjid

One of the biggest mosque in India and is a carbon copy of Moti Masjid of Agra.

Besides this Parliament House, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Lotus temple, Rajghat, and some very beautiful modern buildings and malls are also coming up which is adding to the glory of the capital city.

1st Asian Symposium on Gay & Lesbian Tourism to be held in New Delhi

1st Asian Symposium on Gay & Lesbian Tourism to be held in New Delhi. It would be starting from 28th November 2011.
The Symposium features educational presentations and networking opportunities for government tourism offices, visitor bureaus, destination management companies, meeting planners, and travel suppliers including airlines, hotels, tour operators, etc. Topics include market research, sales, marketing, advertising, web 2.0, public relations, meetings and events; many illustrated by case studies. 
Enormous interest among LGBT Travelers

India was selected to host the 1st Asian Symposium on Gay & Lesbian Tourism due to its recent emergence on the global “gay map,” resulting from the cancellation of Section 377 banning same-gender relations.


What attracts LGBT Visitors to India is culture, history, temples/religion/spirituality and cuisine.  India is expected to be featured in gay travel publications and websites around the world as a result of this initiative.

Vedic Expo Light & Sound Shows in Delhi

Some Places in Delhi were you can find entertaining sound shows include:

Iskcon Temple - Its in East of Kailash. You can find a high tech presentation Quadrascope, Robot/Sound shows & Light Shows.

Akshardham Temple - Here also you can find Light and sound Shows in Evenings. Open Tuesdays to Sundays. ( to be updated)

Red Fort - Here also you have sound and light shows every day excluding Mondays. Sound and Light show is About History of Mughal and Red Fort in Delhi. Shows are both in Hindi and English.

International Conference on Apparel & Home Textiles( 30th Sept - oct 1st ' 2011)

The Apparel & Home Textiles conference will invite the eminent speakers from around the globe & they will discuss the current issues of Textile industry. The conference will be a place for sharing the latest information regarding market trends, political ®ulating development in the clothing industry. The Apparel & Home Textiles conference will be a place of discussion over various topics such as: Supply Chain Management, Innovative Finance, responsible Fashion, and quality as a Culture, Product Development & Forecasting, Change Management & many more. The meeting will invite the attendees such as: garment industry owners, academicians, industry professionals, researchers, consultants, service providers to exchange & share knowledge among others about the latest development of clothing industry. The delegates will discuss upon the innovative ideas with the participants.


Where 
India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, India 

International Railways Equipment Exhibition 2011 to be Held in New Delhi ( India )

IREE 2011 is the only international railway trade show in India and it has been organized by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in association with the Ministry of Railways. This three day event will showcase the present capabilities of Indian railways and the future requirements within the industry. It is the place where latest railway technology will be showcased in front of the private sector. New deals and contracts will be on offer, which makes this event extremely crucial for the entire industry. Besides latest technology there will be separate pavilions for SME sector and Safety and Security. The event will take place at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi starting from 28th September 2011. Over 100 exhibitors and 3000 visitors are expected to attend the event.

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For Booking mail at bnbnewdelhi@gmail.com or visit http://www.bnbnewdelhi.com 

Temples Popular for love Marriages in Delhi

Couple tying the knot despite
coming from different castes.

This post might sound some people surprised with title. Its true. In India we have many religion and caste. In many parts of country inter-caste marriages or inter religion marriages is like bane. At certain places its not allowed Hindu marry a christian or inter - religion marriage or marriages among blood relations as well as people within the same village. Where the parents of the groom or Bride don’t accept the match. The groom or bride elope and get themselves married at these temples.
Quite few people know that their are few religious institutions in Delhi which encourage love marriages.You can find quite few temples at Yamuna Bazaar like Arya Samaj Vivah Mandir and Matka Pir Shrine by Pragati Maidan which are popular for conducting love marriages.
An organisation called Love Commandos works for lovers who seek protection from their families or Khap Panchayats.
         Intercaste and Inter religion marriage are becoming quite popular after recent incidents  in various villages in India.


What do you think of Inter-caste Marriage? 

Golden Triangle Tour-a tripod cultural excursion of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur

Golden triangle tour is a tour between three fantastic cities of India Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. These three cities are a part of golden triangle tour India. All cities are prime center of attraction for tourists. These cities are the architectural wonders and marvelous specimen of love. Travel Companies offers Golden triangle India tour packages for tourists. This is also known as luxury India Tours. India is the country of monuments, beaches, pilgrimage and many more.

Delhi is the national and political capital of India. Sightseeing is the important part of Delhi. The major attractions of Delhi Tour is Restaurants, shopping malls, Qutub Minar, India gate, Red fort, Humayun’s tomb, Jama Maszid, Lakshmi Narayan Mandir, Rajghat Gandhi memorial, Rashtrapati Bhavan and many more.

Agra is the city where one of the World’s wonder is situated. Agra is the symbol of love Taj Mahal. It is built by Shahjahan for his beloved wife Mumtaj. The major attractions of Agra is Heritage buildings, Hotel Orient Taj, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Jama Maszid, Sikandra, Taj Mahotsav and many more.

Jaipur is popular as Pink city of Rajasthan. It is a city of Rajput civilization and ancient monuments. The sightseeing attraction of Jaipur is shopping places, Albert Hall Museum, Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jaigarh Fort, Jantar Mantar, The city palace, Nahargarh Fort, festivals etc.

India-Uzbekistan Tourism Cooperation Uzbekistan, India sign tourism cooperation plan - eTurboNews.com

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New delhi Hotels & Guest Houses to increase there room rates by 10%.

New Delhi Hotels & Guest house in Delhi are planning to hike prices of there room rates by 10% due to increase in Electric city Tariff by 22% , increased property taxes and conversion charges to the civic bodies. 

Family friendly hotel Room New Delhi - B&B New Delhi

BnB new delhi welcomes families with children at their bed and breakfast in new delhi. BnB New Delhi is a family friendly bed and breakfast hotel in south central Delhi. It is close to some of the major attraction. Run by a family and all rooms have wireless Internet connections.

Our family friendly rooms are best suited for a nuclear family as well as Families with small kids.Safe place to stay for children and families – BnB New Delhi is in a gated community with lot of gardens and parks so it is very safe place to stay with kids when on holiday. There is 24 hrs security. You won’t find noise of traffic of crowded Delhi roads when you sleep here.

Amenities included – Family rooms are airconditioned and can sleep upto 5 occupants. Western Bathroom with shower. Personal seating area, lcd tv with over 200 national and international channels. Wifi Internet connection to connect to social networking sites and share you stay experience online.

Places that kids can enjoy – There are lots of amusement children parks. You can arrange sightseeing trips to museum, zoos where you can spot a rare species of animals & birds, tourist attraction and other exciting places.

How Indian Formula One (F1) Grand Prix can change tourism In India

Indian Formula One (F1) Grand Prix  to be held in Greater Noida can change the face of Indian Tourism Industry.  It is expected that lot of visitors will be coming to Delhi for watching mega Grand Pix.

Exclusive India Tours recently introduced

Planning a trip to India? Great idea indeed and when an exciting and exclusive range of India Tours has been introduced who wouldn’t like to explore this land of colors and happiness. 
With a myriad of options, travelers will now be able to choose from a variety of tour options that can suit their budget and needs. Be it your family holiday or a short trip to India.


There are many customized tour packages for the every age group and every need of travels along with every type of touring options. You can visit mesmerizing tourist destinations through these tour packages for India tours.

India Tiger trails with Taj Mahal family adventure

Visit the Rathambore National Park in search of tigers. Families can shake off the early predictions of snow and book onto a sunny week of activities this October.


The family adventure takes travellers around the Golden Triangle with the chance to spot elephants and cows in the streets, take a safari in search of endangered tigers and marvel at the famous Taj Mahal.


Visit Red Fort in Delhi, Agra Fort and a safari in Rathambore National Park in search of tigers, plus a stay in a former fortified palace.

Indian Luxury Train Journeys -Travel Like Maharaja

TCI Launched its luxury train journeys.  The Indian Maharaja-Deccan Odyssey which will conduct tour of multiple destinations across India.
The Indian Maharaja-Deccan Odyssey is a perfect blend of heritage, opulence and hospitality making for a truly exotic experience for the discerning Indian traveller at a price specially launched for the Indian domestic market.

The exclusive itinerary includes some of the best monuments of the Indian sub-continent including the world heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora, Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri.

The train halts at Ranthambore, Udaipur and Jaipur.

With seven day all-inclusive itineraries, customers can chose from silver, gold or platinum class travel.

While for gold and platinum customers sight-seeing will be conducted by private chauffeur-driven cars, silver customers will get a luxury coach and all will be assisted by English speaking guides.

The train has 21 climate-controlled suites including 11 aesthetically appointed guest coaches featuring panoramic windows, twin cabins, channel music, telephone and round the clock dedicated valet service.

It also provides service such as spa, functional gymnasium, all day dining with a master chef and a bar. The key highlight is that all the guest services, including housekeeping and butler service is provided by the Taj Group of Hotels and Palaces.

Currency Exchange Tips ( Euro to INR, USD to INR)

Some Question often visitors to India find difficult to get answers:

Which locations in India would give me the best U.S. Dollar to Indian Rupee exchange rate? Would it be at the airport, hotels, banks, street money exchangers, etc or are all exchange rates basically the same?  Exchange rates Differ at different places. Everyone cuts its own commission. Best exchange rates are to be found at licenced small private exchanges.

What denominations of U.S. currency would receive the best exchange rates? $100 & $50 bills, or $20 & $10 bills, or are the exchange rates basically the same no matter the U.S. denominations exchanged?You get good Exchange rates on higher currency notes.( $100 and $50 notes.)

What Indian Rupee note and coin denominations would be the most useful in everyday transactions for inexpensive to medium cost meals/transportation/gifts, etc? Breaking large INR notes isn't a big hassle these days. Sure the chai wallah will have problems breaking a INR1,000 notes but most shops and hotels won't have a problem

Despite the Indian rules against importing and exporting Rupees, are those rules normally enforced? I may bring less than 5,000 Rupees to use during the first few days and take home less than 1,000 Rupees as souvenirs but will not do so if I am to get into trouble or have the Rupees confiscated. Arriving with enough INR for a taxi and a chai is a good idea. There is no retriction on bringing in resonable amounts of INR. It is quite legal to trade in INR but if you have INR10,000,000 in your bag the tax man will want a little chat.

Concessional Rates For Senior Foreign Citizen on Indian Railways

Indian Railways provide Tickets at discounted rates to Senior foreign Citizen. You can Just log on to Indian Railways Website www.irctc.co.in

Best Side trips from New Delhi

Best Side trips from Delhi includes

Same Day Delhi Agra Delhi Tour

Overnight Delhi Agra Delhi tour

Same day Haridwar tour

Same Day Delhi Jaipur Delhi tour

Delhi to Corbett National Park trip

Delhi Rishikesh Trip

Weather In November

In November the weather will be cooler. Recommended to carry some woolens with you.

New Delhi, Agra, Varanasi - will be mild not too cold.

Since Amritsar, Dharamshala, Shimla fall in upper region so it will be more colder here in November.

India Travel By Train - Need India rail travel Advice - You have come to right place.

Best and the cheapest way to travel India is via a rail network which is massive. Indian rail network is the third biggest rail network after Russia and China. It is the best way if you have not experienced India. You will often come across chai wallah ( tea sellers) walking inside train every 20 min.
Though it is some times difficult to book train tickets at last minute so it is always recommended to book at least a month in advance.
If you have got your tickets comfortably you can forget those images of overcrowded commuter trains with passenger hanging or sitting at top. If you have confirmed seat do not panic you have the whole berth ( big leather bed), good air conditioning, you will be provided with pillow and clean bed sheet with blanket for long distances. 

Delhi tourism to Set up 20 new tourism parks in Delhi

Delhi Govt. to set up 20 new tourism parks in Delhi. They also say that the park will be comprising hotel, convention center, entertainment and amusement facilities and food court can be developed on the pattern of Sentosa theme park in Singapore. 


Each park will come up at about 50 acres of land and will be equipped with adequate facilities such as haats, craft centres and amphitheatres for hosting cultural events.


The basic idea is to hold back tourist for longer period in Delhi.


Hope this idea works.. Give your comments..

More Than 15000 People are traveling in Delhi metro to Airport

Delhi Metro Airport Express started operations, the high-speed metro services seems to be finally racking up footfalls now. It had crossed the 15 lakh passenger mark, clocking 15,000 passengers per day.

Recommended New Delhi Hotels for Business As Well As Leisure Travelers

Recommended New Delhi Hotels for Business As Well As Leisure Travelers

New Delhi attracts thousands of travelers every year from various destinations. New Delhi is known around the world due to its world heritage sites like Humayun Tomb, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Akshardham Temple, Lotus temple etc.
Follow the link for Recommended Hotels in New Delhi

Same Day Delhi Agra Sight Seeing Tour - Train Vs Car

Same Day Delhi Agra Sight Seeing Tour - Train Vs Car:

Planning a Taj Mahal sightseeing tour from Delhi and confused whether to use option of train or car.

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Qutub Minar in Delhi & its Monuments - Delhi Tourism

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Last Minute Travel on rise by Indian travellers

There is a rise in last minute travel plans among Indian travelers looking for deals.The Urban Indian is going all out to fetch a trip full of promises.
The concept of a several weeks’ vacation, booked months in advance, has grown untenable to the working couple, family or the businessperson, with growing demands to meet deadlines and compete at work. A planned trip is surely a luxury, if you can book your dates way in advance. But with enticing discounts on air fares, offers on lodging, special last-minute packages on flights to cruises and car rentals, the concept of a quick vacation is fast gaining popularity among Indians.

What you can do or thing to see, sightseeing in Delhi

What to Do?

Go for long walk or run in Beautiful long tree covered avenue of about 900 meters length. Relax in Morning sun of central park with fresh air and blossoming flowers.

Best way to enjoy daily local life is to take part in Hindu rituals, evening aarti, Havana’s (spiritual Fire) performed by hosts. Visit nearby temples.

Nightlife in Delhi – Delhi is the most happening place in India after Mumbai with lot of Night clubs, Bars and Restaurants. Go to nearby New Friends colony community center … just 20 min. Walk. These places have lot of recommended Multi cuisine restaurants (like Indian, Italian, Thai, Chinese, Mughlai, Japanese food, etc.). Find Bars, Night pubs also.

 Try out Indian Mc Donald’s, Pizza hut etc. Spend your time at coffee shops reading books and cup of your favorite coffee & tea. Relish Indian Sweet worth trying. Food Kiosks.  Pavement book and Magazine seller stocking all latest books and bestselling authors.

Take part in Yoga & Meditation classes – Individual yoga lessons given by professional Instructor

World renowned ayurvedic Kerala Massages – Tired because of long travelling or need break for your body and mind to alleviate stress . Try out Herbal Back Massages, Panchkarma Massages, Kerala ayurvedic massages. Transfer to these ayurvedic center on request.

Astrological readings according to Planets & Horoscope – Get yourself a horoscope made. We introduce you to a good astrologer who will make your horoscope, analyse it, read weak points you should take care off and suggest you remedies to tackle it.

Learn Indian Cooking and tryout different pickles with age old recipes for making them. -   Learn Indian Cooking at Indian Rasoi (kitchen) Hostess will teach you how to make food using different spices according to your taste using less chilli. Learn art of making chapatti (pita bread) round shape.

Get yourself a good makeover by visiting nearby beauty salon & spas. Look like beautiful women. Manicure, pedicure, haircutting, Facial,Foot therapy, etc . All things done here.

Herbal Henna on your hand and feet ( Mehendi) – It is called as ornament for Married women, and for young girls. Herbal Tattoo. Artist doing this can be called at home on request.

Maintain your fitness level – You do not have to worry if you are leaving your daily gym forvacation in India or for business trip. We have 2 gym in vicinity Skyz gym and Fitness studioz. These both gym have experienced trainers and world class equipment for exercises.These gym also have facility of Steam, Massages, sauna, Jacuzzi, dance and yoga classes. The gym-ing complex is fully air-conditioned.

Swimming and health treatments at local 5 star hotel Crown Plaza Surya and local community complex.

Local Markets that can be visited for shopping Khan Market, Connaught place, South Extension Market, Janpath, Central Market etc. Best place also to Hang out with friends.

Short tours that can be taken to experience the rich heritage of India.  Half Day sightseeing tour of Delhi or Full day sightseeing tours of Delhi. Take short trips to craft museum try your hand on Pottery making, short trip to Delhi Haat a craft village where artesian display different crafts from various regions in India. All crafts at one place. Visit some of the great Museum which tells you about Arts, Crafts, life of Gandhi etc.

Day Hang outs in Mall or on shopping spree – Select city walk (one of the biggest malls in Asia) , Dlf Emporio, Ansal Plaza (first mall in Delhi), café coffee day, Costa Caffe etc.

Sight seeing in Delhi – Qutub minar, Red fort, Humayun Tomb, Jama Masjid, Lotus temple, Lodhi gardens etc.

Perform Guided Cycling tours by Bycycle, Go on Heritage walks at Kashmiri Gate, Lodhi Garden, Mehrauli Archaeological Park, Hauz khas, Chandni Chock, Nizammuddin Village & shrine, Tughluqabad fort, Old Fort, Mehrauli village, Jama Masjid & lanes of Old Delhi.

There are plenty of things to Do in Delhi. Ask the host they will guide you. Join Our Facebook. We update all the events happening in Delhi. During your stay with us. So that you can enjoy these cultural events too while staying with us.

Indian Fashion Jewellery and Accessories show in July (IFJAS 2011)

The 4th Indian Fashion Jewellery & Accessories Show (4th IFJAS 2011) is one of its kind international exhibitions show dedicated entirely to the jewellery and accessories industry. It would be featuring a grand display by India’s leading exporters of Fashion Jewellery & Accessories and Bags in the event and will present an opportunity to international buyers to source products from all over India. 


The show will be held from 8th till 10 july 2011.


Show Timing:                          
8th July, 2011 - 10am to 5pm              
9th July, 2011 - 10am to 5pm             
10th July, 2011 - 10am to 4pm   


Venue India Expo Centre, Greater Noida Express Way. Map




Searching for Hotels or Bed and Breakfast Near India Expo Center

Agra Taj Mahal details & Monuments Entry Cost

Open from Sunrise to Sunset

1. Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays. Open for offering prayer in the mosque between 12 Noon to 2 P.M.
2. Night viewing on Full Moon Day and two days before and after it, excluding Fridays and in the month of Ramzan.


Various Entrance fee/Charges for


Citizens of India and visitors of SAARC (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Maldives and Afghanistan) and BIMSTEC Countries (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Myanmar) - Rs. 20 per head.


Foreign Nationals


Rs. 250/- per head (ASI);
Rs. 500/- per head as Toll Tax (Agra Development Authority) (Total cost for Taj Rs. 750/-)Rs. 500/- ticket of ADA is valid for the monuments of Agra Fort, Itimadi-ud-daula, Akbar’s Tomb, Sikandara and Fatehpur Sikri
(children up to 15 years free)

Sending Postcards from India to International destination like USA, UK, Europe etc.

If you want to send Post Cards from India. You need to use Rs 12 Postage stamp to send the postage stamps to International destinations.

Eco-tourism on the rise in India

Eco tourism might have become a much-used adage of late, but its relevance lies beyond just heading to a quaint, unexplored far-off territory.

And if the sound of it fails to trigger your interest, this might help — ecotourism is not just about the geography of the place but is a way of life, wherein one is expected to adhere to all the possible eco-friendly measures such as rain water harvesting, tapping solar energy and organic farming.

Travel trends suggest that the Shiwalik hills running across the North Indian states of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh is the popular choice for all eco-friendly practices.

To read more on this article visit India Eco tourism

Indians 6th biggest spenders in the world on overseas hotels

According to recent study, Indian travellers have emerged as the sixth biggest spenders on hotels globally while travelling overseas in 2010 with an average spend of Rs 6,722 per night despite remaining value conscious during domestic outings, according to a latest survey.

Indians have surpassed travellers from the UK, France, Germany and Singapore in terms of hotel spends, Hotel Price Index by Hotels.com said.

Increase In Indian Hotel Prices - Is Bed and Breakfast in Delhi a better option.

According to Business Standards, Indian Metros have shown robust growth in average hotel price increases reflecting the resilience of India’s economy in 2010. 

The average cost of a hotel room in India rose 2% (reached 147 USD per night) in 2010, according to the Hotels.com® Hotel Price Index™ (HPI®).   Hotel rates in Mumbai and New Delhi rose 7% (reached 173 USD) and 11% (reached 158 USD per night) respectively as business and leisure travel picked up.

Affordable rooms, better infrastructure will boost tourism: FICCI

Creating quality and affordable accommodation in all states, making available travel websites in foreign languages and setting up infrastructure will ensure greater tourism inflow in India, a study said Thursday. 

Acc. to FICCI "There is need for provisions such as availability of travel websites in foreign and native languages and creating quality accommodation across all categories in all states," 

According to the report, the tourism industry in the country will soon be shaped by the requirements and aspirations of the growing middle class. Hence, the need for creating affordable quality accommodation. 

The study said that concepts like bed-and-breakfast scheme adopted by a handful of states so far need to be taken forward in a larger scale for budget travellers. 

The study also stressed on increasing government spending on tourism infrastructure through public private partnership mode, so far concentrated only in few states like Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Kerala. 

Citing limited international air connectivity as a major glitch in states like Kerala, which has great tourism potential, the study said that such places can witness a major upsurge in international tourists if infrastructure is in place. 

The study also calls for strategic marketing of alternative tourism products, like snow festival in Jammu, caravan tourism in Madhya Pradesh, mango tourism in West Bengal, tribal tourism in Andhra Pradesh and cultural tourism in states like Punjab and Bihar.

15-day Surajkund crafts fair begins near capital

India's rich crafts heritage will be on display for the next 15 days as the 25th Surajkund Crafts Mela got off to a colourful start on Tuesday.

The Department of Posts released a commemorative cover of Surajkund Crafts Mela to mark its 25th edition.

The 15-day fair was inaugurated by union Tourism Minister Subodh Kant Sahai in the presence of Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Kiran Kumar Reddy.

Andhra Pradesh is the theme state of the fair this year while Uzbekistan is the partner country.

Sahai and other dignitaries were welcomed in a traditional way at Charminar Gate, a replica of the Hyderabadi monument. The four grand arches of the gate were adorned to radiate the magnificence of the rich history of the state.

'The mela (fair) has become one of the most-renowned international cultural affairs. Various countries have come forward to provide an array of arts and crafts for the mela. This endeavour will give Indian art and crafts global recognition. This will also boost trade and tourism for the country,' Sahai said here, some 20 km from Delhi.

Besides visiting various stalls from different states, Sahai was taken to 'Apna Ghar' where a family of Andhra Pradesh showcased its rural habitat.

The inaugural ceremony culminated at the 'Choupal', where Haryanvi, Kuchipudi and Uzbek dance forms were exhibited.

Making a modest beginning in 1981, the Surajkund crafts fair has become a popular event over the years. International acknowledgement has come to the event with scores of foreigners coming here to see the best of traditional Indian craftsmen display their skills and art.

Surajkund (the pond of Sun god) owes its name to an ancient amphitheatre sun pool, dating to the 10th century, located there. It was built by king Suraj Pal, a follower of the Sun god. The place is located in the Aravalli mountain range.

Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 - Faridabad - Delhi happenings in feburary

The 25th Surajkund Crafts Mela 2011 is being held at Surajkund at Delhi-Faridabad border and has been put together by the Haryana Tourism Ministry. This annual fair comes alive with handlooms and handicrafts from all around India. While artisans pour in from all directions, the main theme revolves around Andhra Pradesh this year. The Mela also brings to you a variety of colourful cultural programmes and rural cuisine. It also attracts a few lakhs of visitors during the 15-day long event.

WHEN

Tuesday, Feb 1 to Tuesday, Feb 15
10:30 AM Onwards

WHERE

Surajkund, Mohan Cooperative Industrial Estate,
Mathura Road, Dist - Faridabad