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OthersWorld Heritage Sites in India

Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations.

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) seeks to encourage the... More...

Monuments & TemplesChurches and Convents of Goa

The Churches and Convents of Goa ("Old Goa"), built during 16th and 17th century AD, are the lasting legacy of the Portuguese rule in India and are amongst the primary attractions for tourists to Goa.

Goa Dourada ("Golden Goa" o... More...

OthersHoneymoon Destinations in India

The symbolic start of your life as a married couple, the Honeymoon is your chance to relax, enjoy each other, and sow the seeds for a long and happy life of togetherness.

Congratulations!!!  We wish you the very best as you plan... More...

OthersNational Parks of India

Bengal Tigers, Wild Elephants, Asiatic Lions, Rhinos, Alpine landscapes, Marshlands, Tropical Jungles, Birds, Wild Bison, Leopards, Panthers, Deer. Whatever you want, our country has it and more to offer in terms nature and wildlife!!!

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Monuments & TemplesIndia Gate

India Gate, an important landmark in New Delhi, is a memorial built in honor of the 90,000 Indian soldiers who died during World War I / Afghan War. The monument is an imposing 42 meters high arch and was designed by the Edwin Lutyens, and archi... More...

OthersHill Stations of North India

Rang7 currently has detailed Travel Guides to 35 Hill Station of North India.  We expect that, with the help of the Rang7 community, to continue to expand this list. 

For a complete list of Getaways from Delhi, and more det... More...

OthersHill Stations of South India

Amboli is a quit but pleasant hill resort near Sawantwadi in south Maharashtra. Amboli is 26 kms far from Sawantwadi and about 539 kms from Mumbai. Mostly pleple here in rainy season to see the beautiful waterfalls here. Amboli also offers a goo... More...

FestivalsIndependence Day (India)

Independence Day marks the end of British rule over India and the start of a proud and independent nation of India. 

The announcement to the partitioning of the Indian empire, into two seperate countries (India and Pakistan) was... More...

Monuments & TemplesGateway of India

The Gateway of India is synonymous with the city of Mumbai and its most famous landmark.  The monument was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Bombay. 

The Gateway of India, completed in 1924, ... More...

OthersFestivals of India

Buddhist festivals celebrated in India include:

  • Buddha Purnima
  • Hemis Gompa
  • Losar
  • Ullambana

Christian festivals celebrated in India include:

OthersStates and Union Territories of India

India is a federal union comprising twenty-eight states and seven union territories. The states and territories are further subdivided into districts and so on.

When India achieved independence from the British in 1947, State lines w... More...

FestivalsChristmas

Christmas is the Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Celebrated on the December 25th every year, this festival is celebrated by Christians the world over.

In 350 AD, the Bishop of Rome chose December 25th as the day t... More...

OthersGoa State

For more general information on Goa (Economy, History, Demographics, etc.), please refer to the Goa Wiki Guide.

The Churches and Convents of... More...

Monuments & TemplesGreat Chola Temples Brihadeeswarar

The three beautiful temples, with exquisite sculptures and ornate architecture dating back over a 1,000 years, represent a group that are jointly referred to as the “Great Living Chola Temples” in the Thanjavur area of Tamil... More...

DestinationsThanjavur

Thanjavur (or “Tanjore”), the ancient capital of the Chola empire, was at its cultural peak during the reign of the Cholas (850 – 1270 AD) given their patronage of religion, art, and sciences.  Thanjavur remains a one of t... More...

DestinationsMumbai

Mumbai is an archipelago of 7 islands on the Konkan coastline in the western coast of India. Capital of the state of Maharashtra, Mumbai or Bombay as it was formerly known, is probably India’s most dynamic, cosmopolitan, busy and crowded c... More...

DestinationsGoa

A former Portuguese colony, Goa is known for its beaches, greenery, temples, world heritage sites and laid back life-style. A harmonious blend of tradition with contemporary lifestyle can be seen in the peaceful co-existance of Hindu, Christian ... More...

Monuments & TemplesHampi

The ruins at Hampi, or Vijayanagar ("the City of Victory"), are one of the most stunning and least visited historical sites in India.  Set amidst a strange and magical landscape, bounded by the torrential Tungabhadra River on one ... More...

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Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church in Panjim.

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The the Bom Jesus Church - a World Heritage Site in Goa.

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Church of St. Cajetan in Old Goa (Panaji) - designed after St. Peter's Church in Rome

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The entrance to the Basilica de Bom Jesus - a World Heritage Site

The entrance to the Basil...

Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church in Panjim.

Our Lady of the Immaculat...

The Church and Convent of St. Francis de Assisi in Old Goa.  The Convent has now been converted into a Archaeological Museum.

The Church and Convent of...

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The three tiered facade of the Basilica de Bom Jesus - a World Heritage Site in Goa.

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Intricate wood work of the main altar and flooring inside the Church of St. Cajetan in Old Goa (Panaji).

Intricate wood work of th...

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The Gateway to Adil Shah's Palace near the Viceroy's Arch in Old Goa

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Intricate wood work and carvings inside the Church of St. Cajetan in Old Goa (Panaji).

Intricate wood work and c...

An inner courtyard with clock tower at the Basilica of Bom Jesus in Goa.

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Old Church in South Goa - near Margao.

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Summary re: the Basilica of Bom Jesus - a World Heritage Site

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Don't really realise how high the altar and carvings are until you stand right next to it - Church of St. Cajetan in Old Goa (Panaji).

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Intricate wood work inside the Church of Bom Jesus - Old Goa.

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A spire of an old church in Goa.

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The ruins of the Church and Convent of St. Augustine - once the largest church in Asia.  Too bad it didn't survive like the other churches in Old Goa.

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The entrance to the Basilica de Bom Jesus - a World Heritage Site - Goa

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The Nizam of Hyderabad - once the richest person in the world.

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The trucks were dusty and neglected, their tyres flat, but when the women pulled back a tarpaulin, they found that they were full of gems, pearls and gold coins. More...

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Hinduism and Hindu Temples in Goa - an alternate experience in this beautiful state.

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With over 400 years of colonisation, the resurgence of Hinduism in Goa came with a uniquely Portuguese twist More...

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Taj Mahal Taj Mahal - My notes on the beautiful Taj Mahal

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Mughal architecture reached its zenith during the reign of Emperor Shah Jahan More...

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Jama Masjid Jama Masjid - Morning at Jama Masjid - incredible photos

by Editor

I remember the contrast the interiors of Jama Masjid presented to the babel of the streets and market surrounding it. More...

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My notes and guide on Kolkata

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Kolkata or Calcutta, city in eastern India and capital of Bangla State, situated on the banks of the Hugli River (Hooghly)(a tributary of the Ganges River). Kolkata lies about 100 km (about 60 mi) north of the Bay of Bengal and about 70 km (about 45 ... More...

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My journey to agra

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Agra, situated on the west bank of the Yamuna River, 200 kms south east of Delhi, was the capital of the Mughal Empire in the 16th and 17th century.  Agra is on the "must see" list for any Indian or foreign tourists given the number of architectural ... More...

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Kumbh Mela Kumbh Mela - My visit to the Kumbh Mela, Allahabad,

by Ram7

Naked Sadhus (monks) generously sharing their limited food, tents, and of course, pot, with me while professing their devotion to god. More...

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Our visit to Lansdowne, Uttarakhand during the monsoon rains

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We loved being able to walk the many dirt lanes forking out of town and enjoyed the solitude, the frequent monsoon clouds rolling in, short drizzles interrupted by brief periods of beautiful sunshine... More...

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Tiger Attack at Kaziranga National Park, Assam

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The enraged tiger charges and effortlessly takes a flying leap towards the elephant’s head, 12 feet off the ground, and swipes at the mahout with its paws. More...

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Star attraction at Ranthambore National Park - Machali the Tigress

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Machali is now old and I am not too sure if she will live for much longer. She has only half a canine left, her territory has shrunk and she rarely goes near the lakes any more... More...

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Flying Fox Neemran

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Bakri Id Bakri Id - Bakri-Id - the tradition of sacrificing a goat (Jama Masjid, New Delhi)

by Ram7

At first there was not much to see, but as I got closer to the crowd, I noticed that the floor of the compound was wet with what looked like a coat of fresh red paint...then I saw... More...

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An ENGAGING time at the Valley of Flowers + a Trip Plan Guide

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In the world of flowers, blue is an unusual color. But here, mother nature has splashed various shades of blue with gay abundance. More...

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Places you can visit in delhi

by vikram0207

1. Red Fort & Chandni Chowk 2. Qutab Minar 3. Lotus temple 4. Akhshardham Temple 5. Raj Ghat ( Gandhi's Memorial ) 6. India Gate 7. Parliament - u wont be allowed in however 8. Rashtrapati Bhawan - Official residence of the president of Ind... More...

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Mandu Mandu - The best time to visit Mandu is during the monsoon season.

by Ram7

A friend of mine referred to Mandu as the "Angkor Wat - Cambodia" of India in terms of nature and history have merged together in spectacular settings. I couldn't agree more. If you can, please visit during the monsoons. The hills around the monum... More...

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Samode, Rajasthan - a beautiful, unspoilt and quiet little village

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What was special about Samode was how few tourists we encountered..Minimal crowds and friendly people. More...

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Our getaway to Devi Garh, Kumbalgarh Fort, and Ranakpur Jain Temple (outside of Udaipur)

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We were in the area of Rajasthan, near Udaipur, during the monsoon rains and the Aravali mountain range and the fields were all lush and green - the weather was perfect. More...

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Our favourite restaurants in Goa - a Foodie's perspective

by Ram7

The ambience of the restaurant is a bit cramped and dingy, especially in the small AC room....but the food more than compensates. More...

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Breakfast in Delhi - On the Nahari trail in the Jama Masjid area of Old Delhi

by Ram7

You have to be a bit of a nut...or a foodie...or actually a bit of both...to wake up at 6:30am to drive about an hour from Gurgaon to the Jama Masjid area of Old Delhi for breakfast. More...

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Holi Holi - Celebrating Holi in Vrindavan

by Ram7

Probably the best place in India to celebrate Holi More...

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