Ellora Caves are in Maharashtra state located in western part of India

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Ajanta & Ellora are a lot larger and overwhelming than you would have imagined. A little preparation can make your sightseeing insightful, memorable, and satisfying.

Bangalore has come in the news pretty often, of late

Thirunelli in Wayanad is popular for two things : pilgrimage to Thirunelli Temple and base for trekking to Pakshipathalam.

The local guides may just make a passing comment of these gates and moves on, as there are so much other attractions to be seen inside the fort. In fact the so called "Somnath" Gates now stored in a room in Agra Fort has a curious story to tell.

Bekal has a great combination of natural and historic attractions.

North East India is practically the eastern most part of India

Specials of Madurai – you can not get anywhere: Madurai in Tamilnadu, South India is a Heritage Temple City, where thousands of tourists flock everyday – not only to pay a visit to the popular Meenakshi Amman Temple and other temples, but also to enjoy the hospitality of South Indian people

So, had you a fun time in Goa this summer? The vast stretches of sandy beaches, sarongs, bandanas, straw hats, coconut palms, dancing, singing, boat cruises, unbeatable nightlife, feni and the hippie culture!   How about a different type of trip? Maybe visit a nearby state that houses a UNESCO World Heritage site! Well to have to travel across only 277 km to witness this does not even take any planning! Yes, we are talking about the sleepy pretty village called Pattadakal in Karnataka! Just next door to Goa! You will have left the Arabian Sea behind but what you will land near are the soothing cool breezes coming from the Malaprabha River in Bagalkot district! It will be different, very different from the palpable action in Goa but perhaps the right kind of change of scene for you! While you felt the sweltering in Goa, you will now be pleasantly surprised by the pitter-patter that will begin in Pattadakal to welcome you! What more can you ask for? Pick up that same backpack and move on! You will get there in a wink! Fun and frolic then and history and architecture now! Pattadakal is 277km away from Goa

Tipu Sultan's Palace   in Bangalore is an important monument both from a historic and touristic point

Comparison of various travel options, distances and route plan to travel from Bangalore to Bekal.

Located next to Draupati Ratha is the Arjuna Ratha

Doddagaddavalli is a large village

Kappil Beach located about 8km north of Varkala is a best kept secret

One of the must visit item in the itinerary for Madikeri