[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/m-zh2L_Q4cw?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Nehru Trophy Boat Race Part 3 Nehru Trophy Boat Race is the most famed snake boat race in Kerala, India. Thousands flock to the banks of the Punnammada lake in Alappuzha district of Kerala to witness this unique race. The race of Chundan Vallams or Snake boats is the hightlight of the race.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/frYQz9RBQCU?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] A breathtakingly beautiful sanctuary located nearly 1800 m above sea level in the dense semi- and evergreen deciduous forests of Idukki district, Thekkady is a landlocked home for its myriad fauna and flora as well as for the Mannans, Palians and Ooralie tribes who still continue their ancient methods of herding and bee keeping.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/Z2-RTnKpHPE?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Located on the foothills of the Himalayas, this holy city on the banks of the River Ganga is an important pilgrimage centre, and considered to be one of the major seats of Hindu philosophy. It is no wonder that you only see temples, ashrams and shops selling literature and religious items lining the river Read more about Rishikesh Videos, Uttaranchal, India[…]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/KZnUdmraWdI?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Video of Tolpavakoothu or leather puppet play, an ancient art form of Kerala. This form of leather puppetry is popular in and around the district of Palakkad. Traditional performed in temples this art form is part of the culture of Kerala. Tholpavakoothu adopts stories from Kamba Ramayanam, Tamil version of Indian epic Ramayana written Read more about Tolpavakoothu[…]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/NiCSUE-kzGk?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] This formidable medieval citadel was virtually inaccessible in the 15th century. According to folklore, the fort fell just once when the water of Kumbalgarh was poisoned by the enemies. Built by Rana Kumbha of Mewar, it stands on a 3500 ft high hill overlooking the dusty plains of Mewar and the rugged Aravali range
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/ZQ2Sz41fG9w?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Kerala’s backwater stretches and its houseboat cruises offer a lot as perfect honeymoon destinations in India. Alappuzha and Kottayam are the two places famous for backwater tourism.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/1Hwy0nH1Btk?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Ahmedabad is old textile city is inextricably linked to India’s independence movement. It is from here that Mahatma Gandhi launched his famous Dandi March, as a protest against the Salt Tax, putting India on the path of non-violence. A throbbing commercial and cultural hub, Ahmedabad was home to some of India’s top business and Read more about Ahmedabad Videos, Gujarat, India[…]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/XnqMGxul7o4?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] A small, idyllic town on the narrow strip of the Arabian Sea, at the southern tip of Mumbai, Alibagh or Alibaug, is fringed with tall coconut trees and golden sandy beaches lapped by the ocean. Apart from the quaint village houses, it also has farm houses of Mumbai’s affluent folk
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/UrVBVcd5rEU?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Located in the Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho has emerged as a renowned tourist destination from a tiny unknown village. A World UNESCO Heritage Site, Khajuraho is better known as the Temple Town. Famed for its magnificent Jain and Hindu temples and intricate stone sculptures, Khajuraho remains the epitome of the temple architectural Read more about Khajuraho Videos, Madhya Pradesh, India[…]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/2lRwBXmavPo?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] The second largest city in Rajasthan, Jodhpur has been the hub of Marwari traders since time immemorial. The Mehrangarh Fort rises dramatically out of the rugged mountainside and is surrounded by the blue washed houses that dominate the city’s landscape.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/qZynA7Jg8fs?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Secluded in a saucer-shaped plateau and flanked by red sandstone hills, Pachmarhi is known as the Queen of Satpuras. Occupying the highest point in Madhya Pradesh, it is an offbeat hilly retreat with pristine wilderness and more or less untouched terrains. Deep gorges, dense forests, streams, cascading waterfalls and groves of sal and bamboo Read more about Pachmarchi Videos, Madhya Pradesh, India[…]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/ItBcuw-nAmg?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Yeracaud is situated in the green vistas of the Shervaoyan Hills in the Eastern Ghats, close to the town of Salem in Tamil Nadu. Its popularity as an escape from the heat and grime of the city rests not just upon its landscape of forest covered hill-sides, and coffee, cardamom and black pepper plantations, Read more about Yercaud Videos, Tamil Nadu, India[…]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/K_u2DPY_-i0?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Backwater Holidays kerala tourism The backwaters of Kerala are a major tourist attraction. Houseboat cruises in the backwaters is a favourite item for travellers. Alappuzha, Kollam, Kumarakom and Valiyaparamba are among the major backwater destinations in the state. This promotional film on backwater holidays in Kerala is presented by Kerala Tourism, Department of Tourism, Read more about Backwater Holidays[…]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/xbUFHUAGEoY?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] A magnificent hang-over of the British Raj, Shimla’s cool environs still remain the biggest magnet for Indian tourists. And so we have taken the best of what the British created, and mixed it with the quintessentially Indian – and every summer thousands of people from the plains enjoy themselves to the hilt in this Read more about Shimla Videos, Himachal Pradesh, India[…]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/r6FyHg4rjO0?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Thrissur Pooram Part 3 Video of Thrissur Pooram, one of the biggest temple festivals in Kerala, India. Grand elephant pageantry and traditional percussion ensembles are highlights of this festival. The venue is Thekkinkadu maidan in Thrissur district of Kerala, India.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/qNttwUXmP6g?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] One of the largest districts of Kerala, Idduki offers diverse attractions from wildlife sanctuaries to hill stations. Idukki is a picturesque blend of mountains, streams, spice plantations, and wooded valleys. It derives its name from the Malayalam word idukku which means a narrow gorge.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/LcYpyjmfVxc?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Nestled at 3400ft in the Sahyadri mountains of the Western Ghats, Chikmagalur is situated in the south-western part of Karnataka. Barely 250km from state capital Bangalore, it lies at the foothills of the Baba Budan range and offers an ideal getaway for those looking at a quiet weekend. Typical of Ghat topography, the town Read more about Chikmagalur Videos, Karnataka, India[…]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/qVFwMCu0wzE?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Video of Kakkarissi Natakam, a folk theatre form of Kerala. It is noted for simple modes of expression and humour including social satire. This theatre form is believed to have originated around the 1750s. Most often stories from the ancient epics form the themes. Social satire is a major feature of this art form Read more about Kakkarissi Natakam[…]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/cAkcRQdbPV4?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Formed by the union of three mighty rivers ‘Ganga, Brahmaputra and Meghna’ the extensive Sundarbans delta covers an area of 38500 sq km, with a major portion of it spreading into Bangladesh. The Indian part of the delta is home to the Sunderbans National Park, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/dr_JOaYDf8Y?f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata] Khandala is one of the most popular hill stations of Maharashtra, located in the Sahyadri mountains, and is 5 km away from Lonavala, yet another popular hill getaway. Situated at an altitude of 625 m, this quiet hill town is a weekend escape for residents of Mumbai and Pune.