SHILLONG

Shillong is a hill station in the northeastern part of India, and the capital of Meghalaya. It is the headquarters of the East Khasi hills district.

Places to visit in Shillong

Don Bosco Center for indigenous culture

Laitlum Canyons

Elephant Falls

Shillong Peak

MUSSOORIE

Mussoorie is a hill station and a municipal board in the Dehradun district of the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. The hill station is in foothills of the Gharwal Himalayan range. The adjoining town of Landour, which includes a milotary cantonment, is considered part of greater Mussoorie as are the townships of Barlowganj and Jharipani. 

Things to do in Mussoorie

Kempty falls

Kempty falls is a waterfall in Ram gaon and at the south Kempty in the Tehri Gharwal district of Uttarakhand. 

Gun Hill

A historical and second highest peak in Mussoorie is favourite for viewing picturesque Himalayan Range and Doon Valley. A popular view point of Mussoorie, Gun Point is located 400 ft. above The Mall and accessible by a cable car as well.

Soham Heritage Art Center 

This art center showcases Himalayan culture and tradition through Paintings, Murals, Sculptures, Artifacts, etc.

Sir George Everest House

George Everest House is located about 6 Km from Gandhi Chowk in Mussoorie and one the major tourist attractions in Mussoorie. Also known as the Park Estate was built in 1832. It was the home and laboratory of George Everest. 

Mussorie Lake

It is a man made lake which was developed by City Board and the Mussoorie-DehraDun Development Authority. The lake is placed at a scenic location. One can get down to Dhobi ghar from where the lake is at a walking distance. There is a nominal ebtry fees and the lake is open throughout the year. 

GOA

Goa, a state on India's west coast is a former Portuguese colony with a rich history. It has a unique mixture of Indian and Portuguese cultures and architecture that attracts 2.5 million visitors each year.

Goa's Food Factors

Sea food

The cuisine is mostly based seafood-based; the staple foods are rice and fish. Kingfish is the most common delicacy. Other delicious seafood includes Pomfret, Shark, Tuna and Mackerel. Among shellfish are Crabs, Prawns, Tiger prawns, Lobsters, Squid and mussels.

Humann

It is a combo dish of Rice and Fish curry. Also known as kadi or ambot.

Uddamethi

A type of curry consisting of fenugreek and mackerel; a vegetarian version of this dish is also prepared using hog plums (or anything sour and tangy, such as spices of raw mango).

Tondak

A dish made with beans, cashew, etc.

 Places to visit in Goa

KERALA

Kerala is a state in Southern India is known as a tropical paradise of waving palms and white sandy beaches. It is a narrow strip of coastal territory that slopes down the western ghats in a cascade of lush green vegetation.

Food corner in Kerala

Places to Visit in Kerala

Backwaters of Kerala

Backwaters of Kerala are a maze of lagoons criss-crossed with rivers, shallow pools and canals all seperated from sea by a narrow strip of sand bank. The annual Vallam Kali takes place in the backwaters. The most famous race is the Nehru trophy Vallam kali, held on second saturday of August. 

Blue mountains of the Western Ghats 

The Blue mountains of the Western ghats, popularly known as Nilgiris, which has numerous hill stations in this  area. The most popular is Munnar, the honeymoon capital of the state. The highest peak is Anamudi and is good for trekking.

Periyar National Tiger Park

The park is a protected area loacted high in the Cardamom Hills and Pandallam hills of the south Western ghats Along the borders of Tamil Nadu.

Kovalam Beach

Kovalam Beach near Trivandrum has a good bathing area, clean area and plenty of accomodation. This was the centre of hippy counter-culture in sixties and is well known foe hedonistic beack parties.

Thenmala Eco-Tourist Village

Thenmala Eco-Tourist village in Kollam is the first such place in India with an intense focus on the natural environment. Exhibits include 27 rare trees,a butterfly garden, nature trail, a deer park, lotus garden, jasmine garden,  many sculptures and large musical fountain. 

DHARAMSHALA

Dharamshala is the district headquarters of Kangra district in India. The Dalai Lama's residence and the headquarters of the Central Tibetan Administration are in Dharamshala. On 19th January 2017, Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh declared Dharamshala as the second capital of Himachal Pradesh. 

Food habits of Dharamshala

Momos

Dharamshala is a great place to have the ever popular steamed and fried momos (dumplings). Served with hot Chilli sauce and stuffed with potatoes, spinach, chicken or any other filling momos are comfort food at best and are devoured by many as snacks.

Thukpa

Gourmets who wants to satiate their culinary cravings should try Tibetan Noodles called Thukpa. These can be served in soup or eaten as a dish for breakfast. The popular option in Dharamshala is Mutton Thukpa.

Lang Phing

Food lovers must try Lang Phing, a chinese turmeric-flavoured pancake (INR 30) is made of steamed gluten extracted from Tapioca flour. Eaten in soup of chilli, soy sauce and garlic this dish is truly mouth watering.

Places to visit in Dharamshala

Triund Hill

A favourite trekking place, Triund is one of the star attractions of Dharamshala. Triund is an enchanting place that has snow clad mountains on one side and the picturesque Kanvgra valley on the other. The place can be reached by fairly easy trek of about 5 Km. Triund promises an experience that will appeal to all your senses.

Bhagsu Waterfall

The Bhagsu Waterfalls lie about 2 kilometers from McLeodganj. The waterfalls present a pretty picture amidst the verdant green surroundings. Bhagsu waterfall is a place to spend time getting close to nature.

Dalai Lama Temple Complex

The serene sound of silence soothes your senses as one enters the Dalai Lama Temple Complex near McLeodgunj. Thisis the main temple complex and has beautiful architectural structure. Beautiful paintings grace the walls and the temple houses the statues of Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche) and Shakyamuni. This complex is the ideal place to sit and meditate.