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Swiss Alps- The embodiment of eternal beauty

by Arpita

Introduction

How wonderful is it that we reside in a planet where there are incredible places that we can’t even imagine. One such destination which is a treat to eyes is Swiss Alps. The Swiss Alps is often marked as the most beautiful part of the Alps. The Alps are an extensive mountain across Switzerland, Germany, France, Italy, Liechtenstein, Austria, and Slovenia. Swiss Alps is known as the Alpine region of Switzerland. It represents a major feature of the country as it covers 60% of entire Switzerland. You can visit the amazing places of Switzerland by booking your flights and saving money via Goomo coupons. Within the Alps lie almost all the highest peaks in Western Europe. These gorgeous peaks have attracted the tourists and climbers for hundreds of years. It is one of the most popular hiking and trekking destination. 

What’s so special about Swiss Alps?

Since 19th century, it has been one most visited and popular tourists places. These stunning peaks have always been source of attraction but nowadays, most tourists visit Switzerland for winter sports or to enjoy the phenomenal scenery by scenic trips and sightseeing. 

  • Switzerland has enormous diversity of landscapes and nature in a relatively small area. A train trip will make you believe why this place is so illustrious. You can see fresh meadows, bare icy mountain scenery and sunny villages surrounded with palm trees and vineyards. This is Switzerland for you with diversity in nature, culture and weather. 
  • It is a quite a popular holiday destination. This brings in an excellent network of cogwheels (trains), cable cars, funiculars, post cars, and boats. Certain places of mountainous regions are only accessible to mountaineers but in case of Swiss Alps anyone can experience this beauty closely. 

Northern and Southern Swiss Alps

There are two types of landscapes in the Swiss Alps. The landscape which you can see as fresh and green is the North of the highest mountain tops. Some great examples are- Bernese Oberland and northern part of Graubunden. The landscape that is visible as dry and rough is the Southern one. For instance, the Valais, and the southern half of Graubunden- the Engadine. You should definitely visit all of them, they have their own charm. These places always tops the priority list of the tourists and they prefer to books tickets by grabbing Ixigo coupons to visit these heavenly places. 

Wildlife in the Alps

It is the habitat of many different animals. Starting from wildcats, bas, badgers, frogs, salamanders, rabbits, squirrels, vipers, birds, Swiss Alps is the home for these creatures. In some parts of Western Europe, larger wild life animals are in the verge of extinction are already extinct. Still, wildlife organization has managed to re- introduce few animals like the fox, the lynx, the ibex, and the wolf. 

Popular must cities in Swiss Alps

  1. Melide                             
  2. Andermatt
  3. Rivera
  4. Maienfeld
  5. Arosa 

And many other beautiful cities like, Poschiavo, Le Bouveret, Ascona, Saas- Fee, Vals, Randa, and Pontresina. You can’t miss these place if you visit Swiss Alps.

Top Attraction in Swiss Alps

All the places are undeniably delightful but there are a few places that are ranked by the tourists who had visited these places. So here is a list of places to visit in Swiss Alps in ascending order i.e. ranking from top according to the tourist’s preference. Eichhornliweg, The Matterhorn, Element Ski School, Eskimos ski School, Zermatt Ski School European Snowsport, Summit Ski & Snowboard school, Mt. Gornergrat, Le Torrent- Neuf ou Bisse de Saviese, Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge, Bernina Express and many more. 

Best Day trips from Swiss Alps

Interesting reasons for why everyone should visit Swiss Alps

  • The Scenery- The stunning mountain tops are going to amaze you, and the isolated lakes seeping serenity will make you want to stay there. 
  • The Skiing- The Swiss Alps is one of top spots for skiing in the world. It has the best ski resorts with the best slopes. 
  • The Culture- Every region you visit in Swiss Alps has something different to offer you. Each region has different customs, traditions and culture. For instance, the Witch race in the Canton of Valais or Swiss wrestling, bear- hug style. 
  • The Hiking- Swiss Alpine Club has a wide range of retreats at a cheaper price for hikers in the Swiss Alps. There are fully sign- posted trails also that will allow you to explore Swiss Alps with full safety. 
  • The Food- The good old melted cheese fondue is a dish for poor famers. You can also have other regional specialties like raclette while sipping Swiss wine.
  • The Great Aletsch Glacier- The largest glacier of Europe is in Swiss Alps i.e. The Aletsch Glacier and it covers around 23 kilometers. 
  • The Matterhorn- There is a reason why it’s the world’s most photographed mountain. It’s astonishingly breath- taking. Every angle is spectacular and you would be in dilemma to which picture looks the best. Wouldn’t be wrong, if this mountain is called as the most photogenic mountain of the world. 
  • Visit the top of Europe- the Jungfraujoch is known as the Top of Europe. To reach there, you will see arrive via highest railway station in Europe. Treat yourself with glorious sights of two 4,000 meter mountains, the Jungfrau and Monch. 

Swiss Alps in Switzerland is a divine place and a lovely place. It has the capability to give you a thrilling plus soothing experience at the same time. It’s hard to resist yourself from appreciating the nature’s beauty. The vibes are so radiant and extremely powerful. This place is worthy of adoration and reverence. It uplifts you mind, heart, body, and soul. This place is the epitome of elegance. 

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The best experiences to try while travelling to Australia

by Arpita

It’s a country that offers year-round sunshine, endless sandy beaches and an enviable laid-back lifestyle – is there any wonder that Australia is one of the top destinations to travel to? With such a huge country to explore, this article is here to point out some of the best experiences Australia has to offer.

Drive along the Great Ocean Road

The Great Ocean Road is a 234km drive with astonishing views: from coastal scenery to waterfalls and even rainforests. To get the most out of this road, drivers should take pictures as they go, sunbathe or even catch a wave.

Discover the Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is one of planet Earth’s most famous natural wonders; a place tourists flock to and a place you can’t leave Australia without seeing for yourself. Did you know the Great Barrier Reef is visible from the moon? It’s also becoming a well-known fact that the reef might not be around for much longer. This is more of a reason to see the reef and spend time learning about how experts are trying to protect it. Diving excursions allow you to see up to 1500 types of fish and 300 types of coral. 

Take a sailing trip around the Whitsundays

For those unfamiliar with these islands of wonder, the Whitsundays are a cluster of 74 secluded bays just off the coast of Queensland, not far from the Great Barrier Reef. Tie this destination in with your trip to the reef and you won’t be disappointed. Many experts agree that the best way to see the Whitsundays is to take a sailing trip around the bays – it’s a chance to see spectacular views and get lots of pictures to take home. These cruises are also a great chance to talk to a local and make some new friends! 

Visit Kangaroo Island

You might have guessed it from the name, but this island is the renowned home of these cute and fascinating creatures. You’ll find Kangaroo Island just off Adelaide’s coast, a frequent trip made by keen travellers. This island is an incredible place to see kangaroos hop around their natural habitat, and if you’re lucky you could spot a koala too. 

See the sunset over Uluru

This landmark rock is known as Uluru by the aboriginal locals, and offers a great chance for travellers to learn more about the history and other cultures. The striking red stone of this rock is a sight to behold on its own, but as the foreground for a hot orange sunset it’s simply unforgettable. 

Go sandboarding

Australia might be famous for its crashing waves, but how about mastering the sand? Take a sandboarding lesson and learn how to glide across Victoria, Tasmania or Lancelin’s vast sand dunes. Brave the big hills or hang out on the smaller slopes – whichever you choose you’ll be surprised by how fast and exhilarating this unique pastime can be. 

Taste the wine at Swan Valley

Australia is one of the world’s most famous wine-producing countries, and Swan Valley is the oldest wine-producing region in the Perth area. Many of Swan Valley’s vineyards are run by families of Italian and Croatian origin who founded them in the 1920s. There are plenty of tours to take and delicious wines to try. 

So there you have it: the best experiences to try if you’re travelling to Australia. Whether you want to immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural world, engage in thrilling adventures, or take a more leisurely stroll through local vineyards, Australia is the place to do it. This list only scratches the surface, of course – there’s so much more to explore, and this fascinating land really needs to be seen in person.  

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Top 10 Unbelievable Places To Visit In Jammu & Kashmir

by Arpita

If there is a paradise on earth, it will be in Jammu & Kashmir. With Srinagar as its Capital it’s a heaven on earth. Srinagar and other parts of Kashmir are well connected by rail, road and air. Jammu & Kashmir can be divided into three parts to visit which are Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh. Kashmir can be visited throughout the year depending on the area one wishes to visit. The top ten places to visit Kashmir can be listed as under:

  • Srinagar

The state capital is located on the banks of river Jhelum. It is well known for the famous Dal Lake where one can take shikara rides or stay on a houseboat. You can get handcraft items like woolen shawls which are hand-woven, carpets or rugs. One can buy dry fruits or saffron from Srinagar.

  • Pahalgam

It is not far from Srinagar, and it is one of the most beautiful hill stations. It is famous for the wildlife including wild animals and exotic mountain birds. The coniferous forest range is surely a paradise for nature lovers.

  • Gulmarg

It is a popular hill station abundant with grassy slopes and wildflowers which will mesmerize you. It is not only a hill resort but Gulmarg boasts to have the world’s highest lush green golf course. There are several viewpoints from where a traveler can see the beauty of snow-capped mountains.

  • Sonmarg

Meaning the “Meadow of Gold”, with snowy mountains at the backdrop standing tall against the blue sky is looks very beautiful. One can visit the Thajiwas glacier a major attraction during summer. The Sindh River flows through the valley and one can have a catch of Trout fish.

  • Leh & Ladakh

No words can describe the beauty of Leh & Ladakh. The charm of this place is the natural beauty of the mountains, the challenging roads to reach there, the weather, the photogenic atmosphere and the beautiful blue Pangong Tso Lake, the highest altitude saltwater lake in the world. There are the many other lakes in the area such as Tso Moriri lake, Yarab Tso lake and few more one can visit.

  • Vaishno Devi

The shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi is a famous religious place. Every year thousands of pilgrims trek to this place to offer prayer to Hindu Goddess. One can also take the helicopter ride to visit the shrine if booked in advance to avoid the rush.

  • Rajouri

This district shares a border with Pakistan is blessed with charming places and can be an intriguing holiday destination. One can visit Dehra ki Gali, Thanna Mandi or Kotranka Budhal for sightseeing. The magnificent Rajouri fort is also a must visit.

  • Udhampur

The place is named after Raja Udham Singh. It is the second largest city in that region. The lush green surroundings, the series of eucalyptus trees and some oldest structures draw a beautiful canvas on the traveler’s mind.

  • Kupwara

It may be called as the crown of Kashmir. Kupwara can’t be missed if you visit Jammu & Kashmir. The place has green meadows, alpine mountains and various streams. From the top of the Ainch Mountain, one can get a panoramic view of the Kashmir Valley.

  • Kargil

When the going gets tough, the tough get going. Kargil, situated at India-Pakistan border is connected to the famous Zojila Pass. If you want to trek, do camping or rafting, Kargil is the place to do so. One can make an excursion to Drass to have a breathtaking view.

Each and every part of Jammu and Kashmir is worth to visit for its natural beauty. However, these ten places which are listed above are a must visit and cannot be missed at any cost. Unless and until you visit Kashmir, your journey to India remains incomplete. Make sure to visit Kashmir at least once in your lifetime and get enthralled by the beauty of paradise on Earth.

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Top 10 places to visit in Ahmedabad

by Arpita

Ahmedabad culture and ultra-modernity have a charm of its own. No matter what era we belong to, this city has always been everyone’s favourite. Be it the authentic Gujarati cuisines or heritage monuments like Grand Jumma Masjid, Ahmedabad is a vacation spot for not only Indians but also foreigners. So, we bring you the top 10 places to visit in Ahmedabad:

 

  • Sabarmati Ashram

    Sabarmati Ashram is one of the famous places in the history of India. Mahatma Gandhi stayed in this  Ashram and therefore this place is famous for its historical importance during the independence struggle against the British rule. The place has a museum with many personal belongings of Mahatma Gandhi.

  • The Pols

    Ahmedabad is famous worldwide for its heritage and culture. Furthermore, it has gained a position in UNESCO’s tentative lists. Pols are very tightly packed set of houses. This place is famous for celebration of famous festivals like Navratri, Uttrayan and Rathyatra. Pols is a perfect place to feel the old Ahmedabad, the houses are artistically designed with wooden carvings.

  • Manek Chowk

    Manek Chowk is an important city square in Ahmedabad in the old city. This place serves as a vegetable market and street food market. Best time to come here is in the night time when it converts into a food lovers’ paradise. You can relish fast food to the authentic Gujarati street food served here.   

  • Siddi Sayed Jali

    Siddi Sayed Mosque is non-arguably one of the most well-known places of Ahmedabad and its famous ‘tree of life ‘ work which symbolises the city and its grandeur. It is one of the best monuments for photography enthusiasts in Ahmedabad. The major highlight of this mosque is the twin jalis on the western wall that depicts intertwining of tree branches. This Tree of life is the inspiration for the IIM Ahmedabad logo and also has become a distinguished symbol of the city of Ahmedabad. 

  • Kankaria Lake

    Kankaria Lake is one of the most beautiful places to visit with family and friends. It is the largest lake in Ahmedabad, India. There are many public attractions like the zoo, water parks and other entertainment facilities. One day or the other cultural and art festivals take place for the people where you can get a chance to taste the exotic Gujrati cuisine and have fun with family. 

  •  Law Garden

     Law Garden is a public garden in the city of Ahmedabad. This place is also known for selling handicraft goods. The road at the side of the garden, famously known as Khao Gali (eating street) with street hawkers selling all kinds of fast food items. 

  •  Sabarmati Riverfront

    Shimmering canals and historic ambience make Ahmedabad one of the best waterfront destination in India. This is a 10.4 km long riverfront stretch consists of the walkways,  theme-based gardens,  amusements parks, flower garden etc. This place offers mesmerising views and adventurous water sports. It is one of the most visually stunning landscapes in Gujarat. 

  • Akshardham Temple

    Akshardham Temple is about 25kms from Ahmedabad near Gandhinagar. The temple showcases architecture and style at its best. It is a Lord Swaminarayan temple. The temple is intricately carved out of 6000 tonnes of pink sandstone. Here you can enjoy the light and music show called Sat Chit Anand, water show and audio-animatronic shows. 

  •  Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary

    About 60kms from Ahmedabad, Nal Sarovar is one of the largest bird sanctuaries in India. The wetlands of Nal Sarovar attract a wide variety of birds like- flamingos, ibis, cranes and pelicans etc. In winters many migratory birds gather here in large numbers from Siberia.  Nal Sarovar is the best place to catch sight of Sarus Crane, who perform an amazing synchronised dance. Nal Sarovar is predominantly a birdwatcher’s paradise. 

  •  Adalaj Step Well

    Step wells are quite prominent in Gujarat as they were the only source of water for drinking and bathing in the arid regions. The Adalaj step well is intricately carved and is five stories deep. These well were also venues for colourful festivals and sacred rituals. Thus these are fascinatingly decorated with floral and geometric motifs. This is a magnificent Stepwells which attracts a large number of tourists.

Tell us in the comments which place mentioned above you would like to visit??

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10 Best Team Outing Destinations Around Bangalore

by Arpita

Corporate culture with time drains out the efficiency to meet work targets. A fun filled team outing is a smart way to make your employees feel good. Bangalore being an IT hub of India, provides an array of destinations to plan an adventurous outing.

Here are top 10 destinations suitable for corporate team outings:

1.      Mango Mist Resort

This fun seeking adventure resort is perfect for a team outing around Bangalore. Mango Mist resort consists of simple cottages and rustic huts on slits. On the other hand, it offers mango packages which include activities like the pool party, barbeque dinner, campfire and gazebo style dining areas. Moreover, as per your team size, you can add more fun activities.

2.      Dandeli

If you are looking for fun activities like wildlife safari and trekking Dandeli is a perfect destination. Dandeli is located in Uttara Kanada district. You can plan a team outing for two or three days with activities like river rafting, rock climbing and zip lining.

3.      Bheemeshwari

No doubt this is an ideal spot for outdoor team building activities like fishing, archery, elephant riding, trekking to Basvana Betta and rafting. It is located in Mandya district of Karnataka. Above all, you can anytime modify your packages and include activities like tiger spotting, snorkelling and coracle riding.

4.      Royal Orchid Resort

At least once in a while, your team deserves a luxurious treatment, for this reason, nothing is better than Royal Orchid Resort near Bangalore. You can plan for outdoor games like cricket, basketball, badminton and volleyball. For a fun night out you can arrange a pool party or just chit chat around the swimming pool area. Furthermore, don’t forget the divine food served here.

 

5.      Punchwati Eco Resort, Nagarhole

This resort is a perfect option for a camping outing near Bangalore. It provides good accommodation with the fun learning environment. However, It is having dome tents when you can enjoy night bonfire and good music. You can plan for indoor and outdoor activities like trekking and river rafting.

6.      Devbagh Beach Resort, Karwar

The beachside view from this resort makes an ideal location for beach lovers. It is located in the Kali River Delta, Karwar. Plan for a perfect team outing here including activities like speed boat cruises, beachside volleyball match, parasailing and angling.

7.      Kargoor Homestay, Chikmagalur

This home stay gives a heavenly experience and panoramic view of the lush green hills and waterfalls. Here good accommodation and exotic scent of coffee from the coffee plantations spread around make it a spectacular destination. During your stay here you can plan for adventures sports like trekking and rock climbing.

8.      The Blackbuck Resort, Bidar

This resort is located behind a barren façade in North Karnataka. The lake view and Turkish architecture make this a wonderful team outing destination near Bangalore. You can plan for activities like spotting blackbuck, coracle ride and bird watching.

9.      Destiny Farm, Ooty

It is the best stay to observe nature and wildlife closely. Surrounded by plant and acres of farms, Destiny Farm is located in Tamil Nadu. No doubt the picturesque views and Mall road make up for a relaxing outing with lots of food and shopping. The experience here is beyond imagination.

10. The Tall Tree, Munnar

It is one of the best resorts in Munnar, Kerala. Enjoy the local Kerala delicacies, authentic massage treatments, rock climbing, para gliding, trekking and walking the rocky mountains of Munnar. This resort offers good accommodation with cottages having all kinds of facilities.

So where are you heading to for your next team outing? Let us know in the comments below.

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