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THE GREAT HIMALAYAN NATIONAL PARK
▪ The GHNP is renowned for its rich • Accessibility- The nearest town to GHNP is
Kullu, which is well-connected by road and
biodiversity, comprising diverse flora and air to major cities like Delhi and
fauna species. It is home to rare and Chandigarh.
endangered species such as the snow leopard,
Himalayan brown bear, and western tragopan. • Location- It is situated in the Kullu district,
approximately 60 kilometers (37 miles)
from the town of Kullu.
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>The Jantar HISTORY & FEATURES
Mantar is a collection of architectural
astronomical instruments built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. It was constructed between 1727
• Accommodation- There is no shortage of
and 1734, making it over 300 years old. The term "Jantar hotels and guest houses available in Jaipur.
Mantar" is derived from Sanskrit words, where "Jantar"
means instrument, and "Mantar" means calculation. • Location-The Jantar Mantar observatory in Jaipur,
Rajasthan, India, is located near the City Palace and Hawa
>Jai Singh II was a keen astronomer and mathematician, and Mahal in the heart of the city.
he built five observatories in total, located in Jaipur, Delhi,
Ujjain, Mathura, and Varanasi. The purpose behind these • Accessibility- easily accessible by various
observatories was to study celestial movements and to
create accurate astronomical tables. modes of transportation.
>The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur is the largest and the best • Promotion-
preserved among these observatories. It consists of 19
main instruments, each serving a specific astronomical • Educational programs.
purpose.
• Tourist spot.
▪ Constructed of red sandstone and marble • Location- Mehrauli, Historic area of South
Delhi.
▪ Intricate carving and verses from Quran • Accessibility- easily accessible by various
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Built by Qutb-Ud-din Aibak in 13 Century modes of transportation.
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KONARK TEMPLE
HISTORY TOPICS
The temple at Konarak is a monumental
representation of the sun god Surya's Location: -The Temple is located in an eponymous village
chariot; its 24 wheels are decorated with (now NAC Area) about 35 kilometers (22 mi) northeast of
symbolic designs and it is led by a team of six Puri and 65 kilometers (40 mi) southeast of Bhubaneswar on
horses. Built in the 13th century, it is one of the Bay of Bengal coastline in the Indian state of Odisha. The
India's most famous Brahman nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport in Bhubaneswar,
Odisha.
sanctuaries.The Sun Temple at Konârak,
located on the eastern shores of the Indian Accessibility:- Both Puri and Bhubaneswar are major railway
subcontinent, is one of the outstanding hubs connected by Indian Railways.
examples of temple architecture and art as Ways to Promote the Tourist. Destination:
revealed in its conception, scale and 1. Digital Marketing
proportion, and in the sublime narrative 2. Cultural Events
3. Eco-Tourism and adventuring Initiatives:
strength of its sculptural embellishment. It is 4. Collaboration with Travel Agencies
an outstanding testimony to the 5. Infrastructure Development
13th-century kingdom of Orissa and a
monumental example of the personification
Ritam Dey
of divinity, Surya,the Sun God.
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FATEHPUR SIKRI
HISTORY TOPICS
The name of the city is derived from the
▪ Fatehpur Sikri is a small city in northern India, village called Sikri which previously
just west of Agra, founded by a 16th-century occupied the location. An Archaeological
Mughal emperor. Red sandstone buildings Survey of India (ASI) excavation from
cluster at its center. Buland Darwaza gate is 1999 to 2000 indicated that there was
the entrance to Jama Masjid mosque. Nearby housing, temples and commercial centres
is the marble Tomb of Salim Chishti. here before Akbar built his capital. The
Diwan-E-Khas hall has a carved central pillar. region was settled by Sungas following
their expansion. It was controlled by
Sakarwar Rajputs from the 7th to 16th
century CE until the Battle of Khanwa
(1527).
HISTORY TOPICS
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, affectionately
Location: -The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway operates in the
know as the “Toy Train,” is a UNESCO World Fatehpur Sikri is a small city in northern India, just west Darjeeling district of West Bengal, India. The railway starts
Heritage Site renowned for its unique of Agra, founded by a 16th-century Mughal emperor. Red from New Jalpaiguri (NJP) and ends at Darjeeling, covering a
engineering and breathtaking views. This sandstone buildings cluster at its center. Buland Darwaza distance of approximately 88 kilometers
narrow-gauge railway, built in the late 19th gate is the entrance to Jama Masjid mosque. Nearby is Accessibility - Visitors can reach NJP by train and then
century by the Britishers, traverses a the marble Tomb of continue their journey to Darjeeling by road or opt for the
picturesque route through the rugged terrain of enchanting experience of traveling aboard the Toy Train.
the Eastern Himalayas, offering passengers a Bagdogra Airport, located near Siliguri, is the nearest airport
glimpse of stunning tea gardens, lush forests, to Darjeeling,
Ways to Promote the Tourist. Destination:
and charming hillside villages. Its iconic loop 1. Digital Marketing
and zigzag tracks, including the famous Batasia 2. Cultural Events
Loop, make for an unforgettable journey. 3. Eco-Tourism Initiatives:
4. Collaboration with Travel Agencies
5. Infrastructure Development
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AGRA FORT
>The temple faced invasions and destruction • Location- It is located 60km away from the
capital city Bhubaneswar.
over the centuries, notably during Muslim
invasions in the medieval period. However, it • Accessibility- easily accessible by various
was rebuilt each time, often with modes of transportation from Bhubaneswar
contributions from devotees and rulers. • Promotion-
>This temple has been not only a center of • Infrastructural development.
pilgrimage but also a hub of cultural and
religious activities, attracting devotees from • Educational programs.
all over India and beyond. • Cultural Events and festivals.
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HISTORY & FEATURES
Accomodation
> The Ajanta Caves are 29 roes-cut Buddhist
cave monuments dating from the 2nd century BCE to >Its available at MTDC Holiday Resort Ajanta, Hotel Ajanta
about 480 CE. Caves.Etc.
> Ajanta Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Location
> Universally regraded as masterpiece of Budhhist :> These Caves are in the form of a gigantic horseshoe,
religious art. along the Waghora River,Aurangabad ,Maharashtra,lndia.
> The features include Wall Paintings,Sculptures,Etc. Accessibilty
>It is believed that several Buddhist monks spent a >The nearest airpot is Aurangabad Airport.
significant amount of time at the Ajanta caves during the >The nearest major railway station are the Jalgaon and
monsoons as they were ravelling during that particular Aurangabad .
period of the year. >State-run buses,Private tour operators and taxis offer
services from Aurangabad to the Ajanta Caves.
NALANDA
Age: The rock shelters have a history that Accommodation- The closest major city with
dates back to the Paleolithic era, with accommodation options is Bhopal, the
evidence of human occupation spanning capital of Madhya Pradesh, which is
over 30,000 years. approximately 45 kilometers away from
Bhimbetka.
2.Cultural Significance: The rock shelters
have been recognized as a UNESCO • Location- Madhya Pradesh 464990.
World Heritage Site since 2003 due to their • Accessibility- only Bhimbetka hill is
cultural and historical significance easily accessible.
3.Rock Paintings: The most notable
feature of Bhimbetka is its extensive
collection of rock paintings.