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Merry Christmas

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We hope that your stay in India will be unforgettable experience.
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Christmas in India

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Arrival of Christmas marks the birth of Jesus. It signifies spreading love and peace among fellow human beings. In India, people celebrate Christmas with great fun and festivity. People start preparations for Christmas by decorating their homes with dazzling Christmas lights, balloons, candles, flowers and Christmas tree. Churches are decorated with burning oil lamps and red flowers.

Attractive Christmas gifts are the integral components of Christmas in India. People express their love and affection to their loved ones with beautiful Christmas gifts. Christmas vacations in India would be a memorable experience for you. Banana or Mango trees are usually decorated in India during Christmas period.

Another interesting Christmas tradition in India is decorating Church with poinsettia flower for Christmas Midnight Mass. Christians of South India, places small clay lamps on walls and rooftops of their homes. People also prepare mouthwatering recipes, such as cakes, cookies, pudding etc.

If you are looking for more information on Christmas in India, then you may go for Travour. Travour offers detail online information about Christmas tradition in India. Moreover, you would also be able to know the way of celebration of Christmas in India. so, make your Christmas vacations enjoyable by planning a tour to India. Travour also offer interesting Christmas tour package to India. This tour packages are quite interesting and would make your Christmas vacations more enjoyable. So, what are you waiting for? Plan your Christmas vacations tour packages to India and enjoy this lifetime experience.

INDIA - THE MAGIC OF ETERNITY

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There can be no better introduction to the magic of India, its splendour and diversity, than the words of India’s great poet Allama Iqbal: “The great civilizations of Greece, Rome and Egypt have vanished from this earth, but the unique identity of Indian civilization survives”.

Taj Mahal, Agra

It is the land about which the great philosopher Rabindranath Tagore wrote:
Where the mind is without fear and the head is held high
Where knowledge is free
Where the world has not been broken up into fragments by narrow domestic walls
Where words come out from the depth of truth
Where tireless striving stretches its arms towards perfection
Where the clear stream of reason has not lost its way into the dreary desert sand of dead habit
Where the mind is led forward…”

Republic Day Parade, New Delhi

This is India – the land of magic and mystery, of dazzling beauty and exotic charms. Where the centuries co-exist and the modern blends seamlessly into the ancient. Where hospitality is a tradition, and development a passion. A beauty beyond description, beyond compare. An ancient civilization, as old as history. India is a glittering mosaic of people of different faiths and cultures, of varying climatic zones, of greenery and desert, river and mountain, wealth and happiness, modernity and tradition. This is India, a place like none else on this planet. India means welcome! India is the complete destination, for the mind, body and soul.
Known to its people as “Bharat”, this ancient land fascinates the visitor with its size, culture and diversity, its colors, scents, styles, customs, languages, architecture and geography. India is a fairytale, a continent, several countries rolled into one. India satisfies every taste and desire - from sun and sand to mountains and snow, from ancient monuments to adventure holidays, from gentle traditions and customs to rugged landscapes and daunting rivers and valleys. India is paradise – at any time of the year! The land blessed by the gods!

India Gate, Delhi

Fall in love with India, with its legendary palaces, temples and forts. Savour its spectacular music, dance and folklore. Excite your mind and body with rafting, gliding, trekking and desert safaris. And then calm yourself with yoga. Or go tracking wildlife in one of India’s numerous forest reserves. Treat yourself to an amazing array of arts, crafts and materials, at bargain prices.
Great religions took birth and root in India, among them Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism and Jainism. Ancient Indian texts like the Vedas go back several thousand years and are treasure houses of philosophy, spiritual insight, knowledge and treatises on subjects like science and medicine. Sanskrit, the root language of India, was an advanced and well formulated system. It is the basis of modern computer languages. India invented the decimal system and bequeathed zero to the world. Astronomy and medicine are Indian inventions.

Sun Temple, Konark, Orissa

More than any other building, the Taj Mahal is the symbol of India to the world. This 17th century monument is a dream in marble, an eternal symbol of love and fidelity. The focus of countless romantic stories and colourful fantasies, it has fascinated artists and photographers, poets and dreamers, travelers and writers. This supreme example of architectural genius is a tribute to the wonder that was, is and shall forever be India.
To visit this land of eternal, enchanting beauty all you need is a valid passport and visa. A special license is required to photograph protected monuments using a flash and tripod. There are some conditions for bringing in certain personal goods such as film, video cameras, liquor, tobacco and weapons, while all high value articles and professional materials must be declared on arrival and re-exported on departure. All of India is on the same time, GMT + 5 hours 30 minutes, throughout the year. Voltage is 220 AC 50 cycles and international telephone and postal connections are available everywhere.
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INDIA’S CULTURE

Kathakali, the magnificent dance of Southern India

With 1,500 dialects and 22 official languages, all the world’s major religions including Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Jainism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism and Judaism, various styles of art, architecture, literature, music and dance, cuisine and several lifestyles from the urban and rural to the tribal, Indian culture is a rich confluence of various diversities.
India’s music spans various traditions, from regional folk songs and music to tribal music, from classical and semi-classical traditions to popular and film music.
Indian dance has an unbroken tradition of over 5,000 years, with themes drawn from mythology, legend and classical literature. The diversity of Indian dance forms spans folk and tribal dances with their regional variations, and classical dances, based on ancient texts with rigid rules. Some of the major classical dance traditions are Bharata Natyam, Kathak, Odissi, Manipuri, Kuchipudi, Mohiniattam and Kathakali.
Indian literature dates to the oral tradition of the Vedas several thousand years ago, and the great epics, which are still an integral part of daily life. The oral tradition continues through folk songs and dramas. The tradition of dance-drama in India has ancient historical roots, and is kept alive by a vibrant tradition of folk theatre. Indian art continues its vibrant classical and folk traditions from painting to sculpture to handicrafts.
And then there is Indian cinema – the largest film industry in the world. Cinema came to India in 1896, the first Indian film was made in 1912, and the first talkie in 1931. Today, India makes more than one thousand films annually, in centers like Mumbai (Bollywood), Calcutta (Tollywood) and Chennai (Mollywood)!

Bhangra, the dynamic energy of the Punjab

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INDIA POLITY

India, the world’s largest democracy, is a Sovereign, Secular and Democratic Republic. It became independent on 15th August, 1947 and a Republic on 26th January, 1950 when its Constitution came into effect. The Constitution guarantees fundamental rights including freedom of religion, of occupation and of speech, and the right to vote. General elections based on universal adult suffrage are normally held every 5 years.
Today, the Union of India consists of 28 states and 7 union territories with the Central Government at New Delhi, the capital. The political structure laid down by the Constitution is federal in nature but unitary in spirit, with legislative powers and revenues divided between the States and the Centre, and residual powers vested in the Centre. Certain subjects are jointly controlled and enforced by both the Centre and the States, with the Centre superseding the States if necessary.

CENTRE

At the Centre and in the States, powers are divided between the Executive, the Legislature and the Judiciary. At the Centre, the Executive comprises the President, Vice-President and the Council of Ministers, headed by the Prime Minister. The Union Legislature (Parliament) has two houses - the Lok Sabha (the lower house, elected by the people of India from individual, simple majority constituencies) and the Rajya Sabha (the upper house, elected by the State Legislatures which in turn are directly elected by the people on the same lines as the Lok Sabha). At the apex of the judiciary is the Supreme Court of India.

STATE

This structure is paralleled in India's States, with the Executive comprising the Governor (appointed by the President of India), the Council of Ministers headed by the Chief Minister who is responsible to the directly elected Legislative Assembly and the High Court. Each State is further divided into districts, themselves divided into municipalities, further subdivided into blocks down to the individual village. At each level, legislative, executive and judicial powers are divided equitably, so as to prevent concentration or misuse.

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

India is a founder member of the Nonaligned Movement (NAM), the South Asian Association for Regional Co-operation (SAARC), Bangladesh-India-Myanmar-Sri Lanka-Thailand Economic Co-operation (BIMST-EC), the Commonwealth and several other organizations. It is an active member of the United Nations and its various organisations such as UNESCO and the UNHCR. India is also a member of the WTO and the Group of 77, and participates actively in the Group of 15. India looks forward to its rightful place as a permanent member of a reformed United Nations Security Council

Holidays and Festivals in India

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India is one of the most diverse countries in the world when it comes to culture and religions. As a result, the celebration of holidays and festivals, whether traditional or religious, has always been an important part of Indian culture. Indians enjoy celebrating their differences and sharing their traditions with others and due to the variety of different groups in India, there is a festival celebrated most days out of the year in some part of the country. As diverse as India is, there are three national holidays that are celebrated everywhere and by everyone and several religious holidays that are celebrated by so many people they are considered to be public holidays. Employers are entitled to give their employees the day off on these days and children have the day off from school. Because India does celebrate so many festivals, all other holidays are considered on an individual and day to day basis. Employers generally let you have the days off for the holidays that are celebrated for your specific religion and culture.

There are three national holidays that are celebrated by everyone in India, in all states and union territories. These include Independence Day and Republic Day, as well as Gandhi Jayanti. Gandhi Jayanti is a day to honor Mahatma Gandhi, considered the “Father of the Nation,” and is celebrated on his birthday, October 2nd. The day is one of prayer service and tributes all over India, especially in Raj Ghat, Gandhi’s memorial in New Delhi. Popular celebration includes prayer meetings, honorary ceremonies as well as educating the young on Gandhi and his life.

The Hindu celebrations of Diwali, Holi, Pongal and Dussehra are the most popular religious holidays in India and therefore are considered by the government to be public holidays. This means that all children have the day off from school and most employees have the day off from work. Diwali is a major Hindu festival more commonly known as the “Festival of Lights.” It is a day to celebrate the victory of good over evil with celebrations focusing on lights and more recently, fireworks. The annual Hindu spring festival is called Holi, or the “Festival of Colors.” Holi takes place in late March or early April and lasts for five days. The holiday is meant to honor the death of Holika in order to save Prahlad. Pongal is an Indian festival celebrated in order to give thanks for the harvest. It is traditionally celebrated at the time of harvesting of the crops, and as a result is a celebration of the success related to the event. Duseehra is among the most important festivals celebrated in Southern India. As a day 10 day celebration, there are activities ranging from worshipping goddesses to exhibiting colorful toys. It is also known as the day of worshipping weapons; More recently, “weapons” have been replaced with “tools of the trade,” therefore people worship items such as computers, cars, machines, and cooking utensils.

Throughout India, there are dozens of other festivals and celebrations that take place celebrating different religious and cultural occasions. Although these are not considered to be “national” or “public” holidays by the Indian government, they are nevertheless observed and employees are allowed to take an unpaid day off for the ones in which they honor. Children are encouraged to go to school on these days and celebrate when they get home, however if a parent chooses to keep their child home, it is allowed. Aside, from religious and cultural holidays exclusive to India, there are a number of days, in which India shares celebrations with many other countries throughout the world. These include New Year’s Day, Valentine’s Day, April Fool’s Day, Children’s Day, and Victory Day.

Holiday Traditions

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Traditional Christmas Greeting: "Merry Christmas", "Christmas ke Shubhashai" (Hindi)
Location: Asian Sub Continent
Tree Type: Cultural

Decorations:

Two of the garlands are made of colored palm fronds. There is also a garland made of jute rope.
The dolls represent various regions of India.
The bows are dyed orange.
The Christmas trees are covered in green silk, colored stones and gold paint.

Traditions: Though India is not a Christian country, there are Christian communities throughout India. The main concentration is in the southern tip of the country. It is believed that St. Thomas the Apostle brought Christianity to India.

During the weeks before Christmas, children go caroling house to house. On Christmas Eve there is usually a dance for the teenagers held at the local high school or community center. Banana and Mango trees are decorated. In some areas, small clay lamps are placed are placed on the edges of flat roofs and on the top of walls.

On Christmas Eve, Christians go for Christmas shopping and buy new clothes and shoes. It’s a tradition to attend midnight mass with new appearance to bring Christmas spirit in families and communities. Once they reach home, they celebrate Christmas by lighting fire crackers.

On Christmas Day, the family eats breakfast and afterwards the gifts are given out. The rest of Christmas Day is spent visiting family and friends. A homemade ginger wine is served on this day in some families. Special pastries (Kulkul, Laadu, Chaklyo, Nevryo, etc.) are served; these pastries are made by all the family members and are dyed red and pink. The main dish served Christmas Day is a pork dish (Vindaloo). It is served with a rice dish that contains slivered almonds and raisins. This rice is colored with saffron, which turns the rice, a subtle yellow color. A Christmas cake similar to fruitcake is served for dessert. Some families exchange Christmas cake on Christmas day along with Christmas Sweets called “Kuswaar.”

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Holidays in Bombay

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Places to see in and around Bombay

There are a number of tourist spots worth visiting around Bombay too. The Elephanta caves are the famous rock-cut temples made from two hills. The ferry ride from Gateway of India to the Elephanta caves makes an interesting option. Then there are the Karla caves that were built by the Buddhist monks and are famous for its Chaitya and a huge stone stupa. There are a mumber of hill stations around Bombay that make excellent retreats. Matheran, Khandala and Lonavala are amongst the resorts that attract several tourists. Boriveli National Park or the Sanjay Gandhi National Park is another must visit place around Bombay. Within the park are the Kanheri caves that boast of being the biggest Buddhist monastic structure on Konkan coast. The protected area is home to interesting flora and fauna. Another excursion option is the Bassein Fort. Bassein Fort is a remains of the Portuguese fortified city of Bassein.

Food in Bombay is another must checkout. Amongst the wide variety of cuisine available in Bombay are the Parsi dhansaak, Gujarati thalis, Muslim kebabs, Goan vindaloos et al. If you are holidaying in Bombay during the summer season then the mangoes should not be missed especially those of the Alphonso variety. The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with much zest in Bombay. Navratri is also ideal time to visit Bombay. Amongst the other important festivals of Bombay are Gokul Ashtami and Holi.

Holidays in Goa

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The Goan coastline is heaven on Earth for swimmers, anglers, water sports buffs and sunbathers.

Holidays in Goa are unforgettable experience for lifetime of the tourists. A cruise on the Santa Monica yatch is as much fun with the accompanying song and dance as the one along the Mandovi river. On these cruises make sure to watch the splendid sunset and the unparalleled moon rise.

Along with the beautiful beaches, Goa has remarkable lakes too. The mayem Lake, all of 35 km from Panjim, is an example. It is an ideal picnic spot with the Cottages and the awesome environs. Boating is one activity every tourist visiting this artificial lake must indulge in.

Over the centuries 'Govapuri' has been seen, conquered and influenced by the foreign powers. The variety of gifts each one brought for the people is amazing. This magnificent natural harbor with the fertile land and the plentiful water supply has attracted people since the times of the golden goose of the spice trade.

The state reveals a unique amalgamation of the East with the West. The Christmas is celebrated with equal zest as Diwali, the spirits are as high at the Carnival as on Durga Pooja. The fun and frolic never seems to end. Beer is enjoyed as much as the traditional tipples of Feni, the local Hootch, and Toddy (Todi), a derivative of palm sap. The Portuguese who ruled for over 450 years on Goa, gifted the chilies to India besides introducing the tobacco, lichis and oranges. The other introductions range from Pineapple from South America, papaya from the Philippines and Cashew from Brazil. Maize, Peanuts and Sweet Potatoes came from Africa. Not to forget the Roman Catholicism, which lead to the construction of the churches as magnificent as those in Italy. Later they moved on to establish smaller colonies in Daman, Diu and Bassein (Vasai). Moving on with the Portuguese influence on the styles, we spot the wrought iron balconies of the colorful houses in Panjim.

Besides the cultural diversity, the state has a distinct topography with lush green paradise edged on the one side by the wooden foothills of the Sahyadri range and on the other by the Arabian Sea Goa being the coastal state has remarkable seafood to offer. Right from the simple fish curry and rice to ambot tik, Caldeirada and Recheiado, the goan cuisine is amazing. Goan cuisine has always been admired, with its gamut of Portuguese-Goan dishes. To feast on these visit a Goan home or drop in at any of the authentic restaurant. Other eating joints offer an international cuisine, with options of Italian, French and Fusion foods.
while you are on holidays to goa you shouldn't miss shopping there. Shopping is true fun at Goa with several shops making loads of stuff easily available for the tourists. The items may vary from Carpets to Papier Mache, Textiles and Silk to Wood Carvings. Some of the restored Goan houses have the best of lifestyle and fashion shops. The beach capital of India is variously known as Vasco, Govapuri, Gomantaka and Govarashtra. Though the origin of the name can be traced back to the mythology, legend and history. The packaged tours offer a variety of options for the tourists. There is the Carnival package for merry making by participating in the Carnival parade. Goa has its fair share of festivals. On one hand the Goans celebrate the Carnival and Shigmo as festivals of joy and Shivaratri is one of austerity and penance. The later being in honor of Lord Shiva is believed to be the most ancient of all. The celebration of the Carnival and the Shigmo comprise of various types of theatrical performances. The festivity commences with the canoe race at the Baina beach. The traditional Khell tiatr or the konkani drama is on the steps of the classical Yakshagana dance of Karnatak. It is based on old Hindu tales and has a rather stilted style with a Sutradhar or a commentator and a Kodangi to provide the comic relief. On the whole it is ideal for complete entertainment. The themes of the performances have shifted from the family disputes during Portuguese regime to political satire and contemporary issues. Each play comprises of 6 to 7 sets of 15 minutes each, these sets are jumbled with two or three songs, unrelated to the theme of the play. While celebrating Shigmo women hold lamps on their heads and perform the lamp dance.

Goa Holidays - Travel Guide

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Discover the Unique History of this Holiday Paradise

Goa is quite distinctive among India’s west coast tourist spots. A former Portuguese colony separated from British ruled India by a mountain range, Goa has become well established as a unique and exciting holiday destination. Although it was formerly more associated with backpacking holidays Goa has now developed a good infrastructure with facilities for all kinds of water sports and a variety of accommodation to suit every type of visitor. Book your cheap Flights to Goa and explore the miles of fine beaches with palm trees hanging over the golden sand.

The bustling markets are a lively distraction from lazing on the Goa beaches, and the area boasts some nice colonial architecture and ancient temples. The cuisine you will experience on holidays to Goa is among the best in India with some especially tasty seafood and unusually for India, a variety of pork dishes. Vegetarians will not be disappointed, as there's a great selection of non-meat based dishes served locally.

From Marketplace To Beach Party

Your cheap Goa holidays wouldn’t be complete without a bustling nightlife. Goa holidays nightlife is legendary, despite there being controls on loud music being played in towns, the party atmosphere has a very relaxed feel and is often found on the sandy beaches that wind along the coast.

Discover a unique Side of India when you travel to Goa on one of our cheap flights. Goa is home to the Anjuna flea market, which attracts traders from all over India every Wednesday to haggle and barter for their wares. The market has a great atmosphere, even if you're not looking to buy anything. The beach at Anjuna is also a renowned party hangout attracting clubbers to the mile long stretch of bars and cafés that line the front.

Take a tour around the old part of Goa that was once the location of the state capital. The area is a Unesco world heritage site and is dotted with churches and cathedrals that attract visitors to marvel at their magnificent architecture. Book Cheap Holidays to Goa from leading Tour Operators online at Holiday Hypermarket.

Cruise Holidays

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Cruise Holidays

Holiday Tour India offers you cruise trips in South East Asia. We ensure that you make the most of your vacation by offering you - Freestyle Cruising.

All liners offer non-stop array of activities and facilities with impeccable warm Asian hospitality. They are fully equipped with restaurants, pools, gymnasium, recreation areas (library, mahjong, card and games room), spas, lounges, karaoke rooms and other amenities designed to provide enjoyment, comfort, entertainment and many more.

When you're onboard any of our cruise ships, practically everything is taken care of for you. If you are one of those who prefer alternatives, there are various specialty outlets, activities and facilities available for you at a nominal fee. Please check with the Front Desk for further information.

SuperStar Virgo
SuperStar Virgo offers so much more than first class dining and entertainment - it takes you to places where the sun, sea, people and culture blend colourfully well.

Every deck onboard SuperStar Virgo teems with endless fun, entertainment and activities. As you cruise to the most exotic parts of Asia on this floating five-star resort, its more than 25 outlets of food and beverage, entertainment and recreation outlets will impress you.

In fact, it is the only cruise ship in the world that has an authentic Indian restaurant on board that is certified 'halal'!

Fast Facts
Ship Name: SuperStar Virgo
Gross Tonnage: 76,800grt
Length (metres): 268m
Width (metres): 32m
Average Cruising Speed (knots): 24km
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots): 25.5km
Number of Stabilisers: 1set
Bow & Stern Thrusters: 3
Full Satellite Navigation System: 2
Number of Cabins: 980
Passenger Capacity (based on lower berths): 1,960

Wine and Dine
As the liner takes you to places where feasting is an everyday affair, our chefs onboard prepare you for the gastronomical journey by cooking up only the best.

At our various dining outlets, we are sure to please even the most discerning palate. Savor Japanese specialties at The Samurai or exotic Indian temptations at The Taj! Check out some of our dining highlights below.

» Samurai
» Mediterranean Buffet and Terrace
» Blue Lagoon
» Palazzo (Italian)
» Taj Mahal
» The Pavilion Room (Chinese)
» Bella Vista (International)
» Noble House (Chinese)

Plan your trip:

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What to plan:

If you want your Indian trip to be a memorable one, always make your plan in advance. Did I say in advance? I should have said way in advance. Never come to India without a proper plan or you might end up your journey spending almost double of what could have been a cheaper and good one.

Check list –
-How many days do you have in your hand for Tour India?
-List of the places you are willing to see.
-Always book your hotel in advances in advance.
-Always carry your documents {passport, visa etc.} with you and never left them in your hotel room.
-Always carry local currency with you and if possible change as well.
-Always carry proper basic medicines with you in case you end yourself in an emergency.
-Always book your journeys in advance with some agencies, in this way you will not only travel and see India but also save a good amount.
-Always carry your embassy and local emergency phone no. with you.
-You can use the local available cell phone connections instead of using your own costlier international roaming connection.
-Always take care of your drinking water if you want to save yourself from bacterial deceases.
-Never walk alone during night and lonely places.
-If possible learn a few words of local language that is Hindi in case of India.
{ You can always contact me in case you need my help in this :-) }

{In next few posts I will explain you some good places to visit in India.}

Delhi Tourism

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One of the most fascinating aspects of Delhi is the "visibility" of its historic past. Were it not for the demands of urbanization, large portions of the city could well be earmarked as archaeological parks.

This is because the rulers of successive dynasties between the 13th and the 17th centuries established seven cities in different parts of Delhi. A chronological review of these cities fortunately also serves as a suitable itinerary for tourists and highlights the important monuments amongst the 1300 officially listed.

Delhi's history goes much further back in time than the 13th century. In 1955, excavations at the Purana Qila revealed that the site was inhabited 3000 years ago. Ware pottery known as Painted Gray Ware and dated to 1000 BC confirmed this as being yet another site associated with the epic Mahabharata.

The excavations also cut through houses and streets of the Sultanate, Rajput, post-Gupta, Gupta, Saka-Kushan and Sunga periods, reaching down to the Mauryan era (300 BC), thus revealing almost continuous habitaion. The association of Emperor Ashoka (273-36 BC) with Delhi has come to light with the discovery of a Minor Rock Edict in the locality known as Srinivaspuri.

A clearer picture of the city emerges from the end of the 10th century, when the Tomar Rajputs established themselves in the in the Aravalli hills south of Delhi. The isolated, rocky outcrop facilitated the defence of the royal resort which the Rajputs called Dhilli or Dhillika.

The core of the first of the seven cities was created by Anangpal Tomar who is said to have built Lal Kot, which is the first known regular defence work in Delhi. The Chauhan Rajputs later captured Delhi from the Tomars . Prithviraj III, also known as Rai Pithora, extended Lal Kot, adding massive ramparts and gates, and made Qila Rai Pithora the first city of Delhi.

Today, only the ramparts arevisible near the Qutub Minar , though the city is known to have had several Hindu and Jain temples. Prithviraj was ruling Delhi when Muhammad of Ghur invaded India, and died fighting the invader at the Second Battle of Tarain in 1192. Ghur returned, but left as his viceroy, his slave Qutbuddin Aibak.

In 1206, Qutbuddin crowned himself as the Sultan of the Slave or Mamluk dynasty, and became the first Muslim ruler of Delhi. Qutbuddin, had however, commenced his architectural career even before he chose to become the sultan.

The mosque was essential to the Islamic emphasis on congregational prayer, while the burial of the dead, as opposed to cremation, introduced the tomb to India.

Country Facts And Traveller Information

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The Republic of India is a large country in southern Asia; triangular in shape and protruding into the Indian Ocean at its southern tip, it covers an area of approximately 3.30 million sq km. With Pakistan bordering the north-west and Bangladesh the east, its northern boundary is occupied by the long sweep of the Himalayan mountain range, beyond which lies China, Nepal and Bhutan. The Gangetic Plain lies south of the Himalayas and stretches from the Arabian Sea on the west coast, to the Bay of Bengal in the east; a landscape that rises up to heights of 900m on the Deccan Plateau, an area of land bordered by the Eastern and Western Ghats of the southern peninsular.

Its population of just over 1 billion people live in an environment where ancient custom and cultures exist happily alongside modern influences, and India is growing in popularity as a holiday destination with a big difference. The towns and cities are cosmopolitan and chaotic with an atmosphere of excitement that sweeps you along streets where grand historical architecture and humble, traditional homes share the same space, and up-to-the-minute automobiles roar past donkeys laden with okra and bananas. The countryside beyond offers such awesome diversity in landscape and natural habitats and is vast, to say the least, with over 350 national parks and reserves offering protected environments to many of India's indigenous and endangered species of flora and fauna.

India's climate varies enormously due to its wide ranging geological features; from arid desert to cool, wet highlands, there are basically three distinct seasons - hot, wet and cool. Heat begins to build in the northern plains during February until May when the extreme humidity gives rise to violent, electrical storms, and monsoon rains sweep the whole country from south to north by July. The main monsoon weather arrives from a south-westerly direction and usually ends in October, having done little to dilute the scorching temperatures, but a lot to please the farmers of India's vast tracts of fertile ground. Holiday accommodation in India can be found virtually nationwide, from luxurious hotels in the south to modest bed and breakfasts in north India or self catering apartments and bungalows anywhere, but the best time to visit India depends on where you want to go and whether or not you want to avoid the monsoon. Generally speaking, most of the country enjoys pleasant weather from October to March, but the deserts of the north-western Himalayan regions are at their best during the monsoon season, and skiing holidays in the mountains are taken between January and March.

A holiday in Goa is truly inspirational, offering so much more than your average vacation requirements of sun, sea and sand. At just over 3,500 sq km, it has exploration potential far greater than any other state in India. A self catering apartment in Goa will make the perfect base from where this exotic location of breathtaking beauty and decadence can be discovered, with its remnants of Portuguese colonial history and stunning coastal scenery. Its traditional pace of life and laid-back attitudes can provide a haven of tranquillity and sheer escapism in a way that is unparalleled anywhere else in the world.

Further down the western coast of southern India, the spectacular landscapes of Kerala can be found nestling somewhere in between the towering peaks of the Western Ghat mountain range and an idyllic coastline washed by the waters of the Arabian sea - a region that has such staggering geographical, cultural and natural significance that you can be guaranteed of a whole new experience every day when you choose to rent a holiday villa in Kerala. With a concentration of flora and fauna so rich and diverse that it will take your breath away, the rain forests, deciduous woodlands, verdant hill stations, tea plantations and paddy fields of Kerala are just part of the reason why this legendary place attracts so many people to its unique serenity, and why Ayurvedic health holidays in Kerala have never existed in a more therapeutically appropriate situation.

In a destination where the sights and sounds, smells and tastes of a proud and evocative nation provide such an assault on the senses, such cultural over-load, to be there is the only way to understand how the magical allure of a holiday home in India cannot be so easily defined.

Welcome to India Holidays

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India is dotted with numerous tourist destinations visited by travelers every year. From the white and golden sandy beaches , the wildlife reserves, the magnificent landscapes and the historical monuments; all of them make India a traveler's paradise.

If you are planning your India Holidays Tours with your wife , fiance , family, friends or colleagues, or If you are visiting India on Business Trip and wish to take a break - India Holidays an division of Tailor Made Journeys Ltd is a leading Individual Private Holidays Tours operator in the United Kingdoms to India and Beyond. We offer all kinds of Tailormade Private India holidays Tours to India and Beyond.We specialize in Private Holidays Tours and our Tours range from 3 Star to Deluxe 5 Star . We are your trusted Agent for ATOL Holder with our own offices across India for the last 18 Years offering Personalised and Professional Services to our valued clients.

Our India Holidays Tours and Packages range from the Classic Taj Mahal and The Pink City of Jaipur To The Mighty Himalayas to The Beaches To Backwaters of Kerala To The Heritage Palaces and Forts of Rajasthan To The Beaches of Goa and Kerala and the Indian Wildlife Tour- The Tigers To The Desert Safari to River Rafting Tour. We offer India as no one else and offer full range of Holidays and Tours to Suit all Travellers and The Budget. All Tours operate round the Year with your choice of Dates except few exceptions which is due to the Operational season.

Welcome to the Mystical Land of India !!!!!!

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We would like to take this opportunity to invite you to place your trust & holidays into our able hands. We at Luxury India Holidays fully understand the need & desires of a special traveller like you, who are looking for absolute bliss, private, uninterrupted & memorable moments at the end of the day.
After our extensive travelling for business - leisure all over the western world & also while sharing part of our personal lives with our friends all over the world. We have eventually realized that we needed to create & offer some exclusive products with a very high end quality combined with some Incredible India experiences........
Hence this thought process led us into creating a new identity called Luxury India Holidays apart from our existing business of India Tours.
We already have an existing network of global partners in most parts of the world, who for the last one decade have been trusting us with their most valuable clients.
We will be happy to forward you the contact details of one of our partners in your country - city, for our prompt personal attention to your needs. Our partners will listen & work on your request incorporating all your personal ideas - requests & giving you our wealth of knowledge of the destination.
We promise you this will be the beginning of a experience of a life time.......
We welcome you to our world of Luxury India Holidays!
Look forward to seeing you here

Vishwas Makhija & Monisha Makhija

An introduction to India

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Holidays in India – they mean something different to everyone. Chaotic streets, fragrant bazaars, awesome sights and sun-soaked beaches, this is one seriously incredible melting pot that'll wow you like nowhere else on earth. One of the most diverse countries you could ever visit, in India no two days are ever the same. Or even similar for that matter.

In the north you've got the magnificent snow-dusted Himalayas. Below, lies the capital Delhi, an ancient city and modern metropolis rolled into one. Here, in a place where time-ravaged ruins neighbour chi-chi bars, and bullock carts race the latest luxury cars, you'll be hard pushed to keep your chin off the floor.

The country's chaotic capital aside, you simply can't travel to India without taking in the Taj Mahal in Agra. Arguably the world's greatest love token, it took 22 years to build and when you see it you'll understand why. It's mindboggingly beautiful, to put it mildly.

When you're not posing for pictures on that famous Lotus Pool bench, there's tiger-spotting in the jungle. Camel safaris across the breathtaking Rajasthan desert. And when you're ready for a rest, there's sun-blushed Goa, where porcelain-white sands melt into a bright blue sea.

So, whether it's last minute holidays to India you're looking for or luxury breaks in the sun – we've got the full spectrum of deals to choose from. All you have to do is decide what travel to India means to you…

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A land of contrasts and colour...

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From buzzing cities with millions of people coursing through their veins, to sleepy beach side resorts, India has it all.

It's a land of contrasts - from the aridity and striking beauty of the desert state of Rajasthan where you can view the sunset on camelback, to the relaxed and verdant states of Kerala where you can glide through the backwaters watching locals go about their daily routines.

Ornate temples, golden palaces, hundreds of gods, peaceful beaches, majestic mountains, Holiday India Font and bountiful markets - you'll never be bored in this land of diversity and rich culture.

India will stamp its passion, vibrancy and energy in your memory for a long time after you've left. This is one destination that will reward you for your sense of adventure and will have you coming back for more.

Go with an open mind and return with a full heart.
DELHI

Comprising of 2 distinct parts, New and Old Delhi, the nations capital straddles the Yamuna River. A vibrant and lively city with some of the finest museums in the country.
MUMBAI

India's most modern city, Mumbai has a cosmopolitan feel and energy. Located on an island and connected to the mainland by bridges, you'll never be bored in Mumbai.
KOLKATA

The gateway to Eastern India, Kolkata is rich with heritage and home to 4 Nobel laureates. Created by the British some 300 years ago, it rests alongside the Hooghly River.
CHENNAI

Chennai, India's 4th largest metropolis, is a pleasant city with sandy beaches and historic landmarks. This "Gateway to the South" cherishes music, dance and all other art forms.