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| PANCHAGANI |
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Flocked by viewpoints, Panchgani is full of
wonders, as it overlooks the scenic magnificence of the Krishna
Valley, which extends many kilometers from east to west its
numerous hamlets, cultivated fields and sparkling rivers.The
view from Tableland, a flat mountain peak measuring about
one square kilometer, exposes the mysterious valleys and the
miniature looking plains on all sides. The Caves, Kamlagad
fort, Municipal Garden and the Children's park add to Panchgani's
unending beauty.
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| MAHABLESHWAR |
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Among the hill resorts of Maharashtra, Mahabaleshwar
and Panchgani are very popular. Tucked away in the Satara
district, they are best approached from Pune. And, perhaps
the only place in the country which offers a myriad activities-boating,
fishing, horse riding, shikar (hunting), trekking and playing
golf on the gorgeous nine-hole golf course built on the edge
of a cliff!
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| Overlooking the
Krishna and Koyna valleys, Mahabaleshwar, at an altitude
of 1372 meters opens up a whole world of picturesque delight. |
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KODAIKANNAL
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| In a state where scenery and terrain is perhaps
more varied than in any other part of the country, where the
forested slopes of the majestic hills of the western ghats
vie with the magnificent beaches of the Coromandel coast,
it is indeed difficult to decide which is the best feature
of multi-faceted Tamil Nadu. Kodai's most enchanting sights
include the star shaped lake, spread over an area of 24 hectares
where fishing allowed and boating facilities are available;
one of the world's oldest Solar Observatories that was built
in 1899. |
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| SHIMLA |
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| A quiet little hill train chugs up into
the Shivalik foothills, over dramatic loops and high arched
bridges to the hill resort of Shimla (2130 M) - the capital
of the mountain state of Himachal. Shimla's salubrious climate,
easy accessibility and numerous attractions have made it
one of the most popular hill stations in northern India.
The splendid views of the snow-clad ranges of the Himalayas,
fine walks through oak and flowering rhododendron, enchanting
resorts within easy reach, golf at Naldehra and skiing at
Kufri and Narkanda make Shimla an attractive destination
throughout the year. |
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| OOTY |
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| Called the 'Queen of Hill Stations'
picturesque, green Udhagamandalam better known as Ooty is
the most popular hill station in the South. Located in the
Western ghats at a height of 2240m, Udhagamandalam is the
headquarters of the Nilgiris district where the two ghats
meet. Nature has been generous with this region which is
by far the most beautiful in the state.
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But the credit
for modernizing Udhagamandalam and making it accessible
goes to the British who constructed the first railway line
in the area and made it the summer capital of the Madras
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| MANALI |
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| Manali is situated near the end of the valley
on the National Highway leading to Leh. The landscape here
is breath taking. One sees well-defined snow capped peaks,
the Beas river with its clear water meanders through the town.
On the other side are deodar and pine trees, tiny fields and
fruit orchards. It is an excellent place for a holiday, a
favorite resort for trekkers to Lahaul, Spiti, Kinnaur, Leh
and Zanskar regions in Kashmir valley. It is known as the
'SWITZERLAND OF INDIA'. Manali is situated at the northern
end of the Kullu Valley, Manali has spectacular views of snowcapped
peaks and wooded slopes. |
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