The Journal — page 13
590 articles by our India specialists · RSS feed
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Unique Things to Do in Varanasi
Unique things to do in Varanasi: the Dashashwamedh Ganga Aarti, a sunrise boat ride, old-city lanes, Kashi Vishwanath, the burning ghats, Sarnath and yoga.
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Jaipur Travel Guide – Hidden Havelis & More
A Jaipur travel guide beyond Amber Fort: hidden havelis, Panna Meena ka Kund and Chand Baori stepwells, heritage walks, food trails and haveli stays.
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How to Choose The Best Tour and Travel Agency in India
How to choose a tour and travel agency in India, as Experience My India sees it: tailor-made trips, planning and booking steps, travel safety and services.
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Shimla Tour Packages for Family – A Journey to Togetherness in the Hills
A family trip to Shimla: places for children and elders, activities, the best time to visit, where to stay, nearby sights and safety tips for the hills.
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Rajasthan Tour Packages from Pune – Fairs, Festivals & Heritage Tours
Rajasthan tour packages from Pune: a 7-day route via Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Udaipur, and how to time it for the Pushkar Camel Fair.
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From Temples to Villages: Hidden Places in Rajasthan to Explore
Hidden places in Rajasthan, from temples to villages: Bhangarh, Bundi's stepwells, Jawai's leopards, Osian, Barmer, Abhaneri, Tal Chhapar and Kiradu.
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Best Holi Tour Packages for Family with Safe Festival Experience
Holi with the family, planned safely: the best places to celebrate, from Mathura and Vrindavan to Jaipur and Delhi, what keeps it safe, and how long to go.
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Discover the Allure of Bikaner: A Gem of Rajasthan
A side of spicy Bikaneri bhujia! Welcome to Bikaner – a place where royal dreams meet desert magic in the most delightful way.
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Badrinath Yatra 2026: Complete Travel Plan with Registration and Route Guide
Badrinath Yatra 2026: free, compulsory registration from 6 March 2026, documents, the NH 7 route via Joshimath, a 5–6 day itinerary and the ideal months.
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Amarnath Yatra 2025: Dates, Timing & Registration
Amarnath Yatra 2025 began on 3 July and was halted by heavy rain from 3 August. Registration, the Pahalgam and Baltal routes, helicopters and packing tips.
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Solang Valley, Manali: A Beautiful Place for Nature and Adventure Lovers
Solang Valley near Manali: skiing, sledding and cable cars in winter, paragliding, zorbing and ATV rides in summer, hiking trails and nearby places.
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Rajasthan in Monsoon – A Different Side of the Desert State
Rajasthan in monsoon, July to September: Udaipur's lakes, Mount Abu, Jaipur, Pushkar and Jaisalmer in the rain, Teej and Raksha Bandhan, and travel tips.
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Kerala tour packages from Mumbai
Kerala tour packages from Mumbai: direct flights to Kochi, Trivandrum or Calicut, then Munnar, Alleppey's backwaters, Thekkady and Kovalam, and when to go.
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South India Tour Packages at Best Prices
South India tour packages across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh: honeymoon, family, heritage and wellness trips, and the best season.
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Discover Beauty of Himachal Pradesh: A Guide to Kullu and Manali
Indeed, there is this wonderful place situated at the foot of the beautiful Himalayas; the name is Himachal Kullu Manali.
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The Enchanting Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan: A Devotional Journey
Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan: its history, its unusual traditions of worship, the temple's atmosphere, festivals, nearby sights and visiting tips.
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Jogini Falls in Manali – A Tranquil Escape into Nature
Jogini Falls in Manali drops about 160 feet, a 30 to 45 minute walk from Vashisht village. How to reach, the Jogini Devi shrines and the best time.
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Romance and Heritage of Udaipur – The City of Lakes
Udaipur, the City of Lakes: City Palace, Lake Palace and Monsoon Palace, boats on Lake Pichola and Fateh Sagar, Bagore Ki Haveli, Shilpgram and food.
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Fatehpur Sikri: Exploring Akbar’s Abandoned Capital
Fatehpur Sikri, Akbar's red-sandstone capital near Agra: the Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, Diwan-i-Khas, Panch Mahal, Salim Chishti's tomb and more.
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Places to Visit in India by Season – Summer, Winter & Monsoon
Places to visit in India by season: Shimla, Ladakh and Darjeeling in summer, Coorg and Cherrapunji in monsoon, Jaipur, Auli, Kutch and Goa in winter.
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Things to Know Before Planning The Goa New Year Packages
Goa New Year packages: plan early for the mid-December to early January peak. Where to stay, a 5-day plan from Calangute to Palolem, beaches and budget.
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Badrinath Opening Date 2026: Official Announcement and Details
Badrinath opening date 2026 was fixed as 23 April at 6:15 am, with closing expected in November. Weather, crowds, registration and the Rishikesh route.
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Places to Visit in India According to the Famous Festivals
Places to visit in India for its famous festivals: Diwali in Varanasi and Ayodhya, Holi in Mathura, Durga Puja in Kolkata, Onam in Kerala, Pongal and Bihu.
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Rajasthan Itinerary for 7 Days – Best Route, Cities & Experiences
A Rajasthan itinerary for 7 days: two days in Jaipur, then Jodhpur and Jaisalmer, two days in Udaipur and a last day in Pushkar or Ajmer, city by city.
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