Wednesday, August 03, 2022
Tuesday, August 02, 2022
Many eerie sites have become popular tourist spots ― from hotels with grisly histories to abandoned ghost towns to chapels decorated with thousands of human bones. There is a whimsical elegance to places that have experienced lifetimes of occupants, as if hiding a secret that only the ghosts can relay, and in these eerie destinations, they just might clue you in. Behind their opulent facades hides a skeleton—or two. The creek of a floorboard or the flicker of a light is just the beginning of the frightening tales these locations have to tell.
The Catacombs of Paris are underground ossuaries in Paris, France, which hold the remains of more than six million people in a small part of a tunnel network built to consolidate Paris' ancient stone quarries. As Paris grew into its a role as a major European hub, it eventually ran into a major problem: by the 17th century, enough people had lived and died in Paris that its cemeteries were overflowing, overstuffed with graves to the point when corpses, at times became uncovered. And so the solution arose to place them in the centuries-old tunnels that had existed beneath the streets of Paris since the 13th century, remnants of a time when limestone quarries were mined to build Paris into a thriving city. By the time these burials ended, 6 million Parisians' bones came to their final resting place in the city's catacombs.
Monday, August 01, 2022
Known for the architectural marvels from the Tipu Sultan era and the British Raj, Mysore is often hailed as the cultural capital of Karnataka. Mysore Palace and Mysore Zoo are the two must-visit places in this beautiful city. Moreover, one should also not miss out on exploring Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion Museum Complex and Keshava Temple in Mysore on a one-day trip near Bangalore. The name Mysore brings the image of its royal foundation in one's mind. One of South India's famous tourist destinations, Mysore is known for its royal heritage and magnificent buildings and monuments.
Saturday, July 30, 2022
From a place where birds commit suicide to a fort where entry after sunset is forbidden, there is no shortage of mysterious places in India. With a rich culture, history, and millions of people who believe in the metaphysical and the paranormal, India is definitely a land of mystery.
About 200 years ago, Kuldhara was home to more than 1,500 Paliwal Brahmins, descendants of a community that had lived here for more than five centuries. However, one day, the entire population, which included residents of 85 villages, fled. Overnight.
According to folklore, the people of Kuldhara didn’t just leave the village as it is, but instead they left it with a curse, forbidding any future settlements. All that is left here today are few dilapidated buildings, an old temple, and rumours that try to explain the sudden evacuation. According to a popularly held notion, the village is now inhabited by ghosts. Once a home to rich Paliwal Brahmins, the "haunted" village was abandoned by its inhabitants because of atrocities committed by a powerful minister of Jaisalmer, Salim Singh.
Friday, July 29, 2022
The viewing point in Gujarat’s Nadabet is aimed at boosting border tourism in the state. It will have a ‘Beating Retreat’ ceremony; tourists can view weapons used by the Armed Forces like MiG-27 aircraft and surface-to-surface missiles. Gujarat gets its version of the Wagah — an Indo-Pakistan border viewing point in Nadabet, around 188 kilometres from Ahmedabad.
Located in the Rann of Kutch, this attraction is connected by a narrow bitumen road cutting across mudflats that get inundated during high tide. Civilians will be able to view the fenced international border with Pakistan at “Zero Point”, which is guarded 24X7 by the Border Security Force (BSF). There will be a “Beating Retreat” ceremony like the one held at the Wagah-Attari border. However, there’s a difference. Unlike the border in Punjab, there won’t be soldiers present on the Pakistani side in Nadabet.There are other attractions for tourists to look forward to. A 30-feet high T-Junction Pillar, adorned with murals depicting the border protectors in action, is the centrepiece of the Seema Darshan Complex. Other special attractions include a “Sarhad Gatha” exhibition centre and museum. A monument, titled “Ajay Prahari” has also been erected at the site in the memory of fallen soldiers.
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Land of Oz beckons the bravehearts to embark on a venturous spree by indulging in some of the most daring adventure sports in Australia that can scare even the bravest of the souls. So, revel in some of the most exciting adventure tours in Australia during your next trip to experience thunder down under. Australia is just a paradise for adventure seekers, it is a delight for adventure questers, giving an amazing adventure opportunity to the adventure enthusiasts. Indulge in some of the most daring adventure sports in Australia.
Dive into the azure waters amidst huge, and ferocious sharks. Swimming amongst these white sharks is a once in a lifetime experience witnessing the extensive underwater life, Include this sport in your Australian holiday for a stimulating experience.
Popular Places For Shark Diving: Manly Sea Life Sanctuary, Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium and Underwater World Sea Life Aquarium.
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Located around 30 km away from Thiruvananthapuram city, Poovar is a serene-secluded place that offers several recreational facilities to make your vacation splendid.
An enchanting backwater destination, Poovar offers visitors many leisure options. It is a lovely place to go for a picnic and has also turned into a prominent backwater destination. There are many boating, fishing and sightseeing options available in the area. Poovar Backwaters offers one a wonderful view of the formation of the beach and a large amount of exotic wildlife.
The river, which ends its flow at the Arabian Sea, becomes wider and it appears to be a lake. There are only a few resorts located on the banks of the river Neyyar. One can see the lake first, and then the beach and the Arabian Sea. The main attraction of Poovar Island is – the backwater river, lake, and Arabian sea joining together, which, one will not get to see anywhere in Kerala. Poovar beach starts where the backwater ends.