The Journal — page 4
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2 Night 3 Days Mount Abu Package Price – Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
A 2 night 3 days Mount Abu package, day by day: Nakki Lake and Sunset Point, then Dilwara Temples, Guru Shikhar and Achalgarh, with stays and meals.
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Book VIP Darshan & Itra Seva at Banke Bihari Temple
VIP darshan and Itra Seva at Banke Bihari Temple, Vrindavan: what each one is, why morning visits are calmer and how to arrange them in advance.
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Kalji Teej Festival Bundi, Rajasthan – Dates & Location
Timing: Observed on Tritiya Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the Bhadrapada month, usually August. 2025 Dates: Mark your calendars—12th and 13th August 2025.
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Top 9 Richest Cities in India
The 9 richest cities in India, from Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru to Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad and Surat, and what drives each economy.
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Top 10 Places to Celebrate Christmas in India
Ten places to celebrate Christmas in India, from Goa's midnight masses and Shillong's church bells to Kochi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Manali and Pondicherry.
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Coimbatore Tourism: Your Ultimate Guide to the City of Textiles and Temples
Coimbatore tourism: Marudamalai, Eachanari Vinayagar and Perur temples, textile and handloom markets, Nilgiri Hills trips, local food and shopping.
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Exploring the Mystical Nidhivan in Vrindavan
Nidhivan in Vrindavan, closed at dusk, where Krishna and Radha are believed to dance the Ras Leela: its twisted tulsi trees, Rang Mahal and etiquette.
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How Many Days Required to Visit Rajasthan?
How many days to visit Rajasthan: a 3-day Jaipur and Pushkar plan, 7 days across Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer, or 10 days with Ranthambore.
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Rajasthan Trip Package from Bangalore – Best Itinerary, Cost & Travel Guide
A seven-day Rajasthan trip package from Bangalore: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer's Sam Dunes and Udaipur, how to get there, the right season and stays.
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Rishikesh Ganga Aarti Timings, Location and How to Reach
Rishikesh Ganga Aarti timings: about 6 to 7 PM in summer, 5 to 6 PM in winter and 5:45 AM in the morning, plus the main ghats and how to reach.
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Top 7 Weekend Trips from Chandigarh
7 weekend trips from Chandigarh with distances and drive times: Kasauli at 60 km, Shimla at 112 km, Amritsar, Rishikesh, Nahan, Dalhousie and Manali.
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What Is Magh Mela 2026? Is It as Important as Kumbh Mela?
Magh Mela 2026, held yearly at Prayagraj's Triveni Sangam in January and February: how it compares with Kumbh, main snan days, Kalpvas and how to reach.
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Tamil Nadu Meenakshi Temple: Darshan, Timings, and Complete Guide
Visit Tamil Nadu Meenakshi Temple for vibrant gopurams, sacred rituals, historic architecture, darshan timings, festivals, and spiritual.
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Top 10 Places as Beautiful as Kashmir
Places as beautiful as Kashmir: ten picks from Tawang and Ziro in Arunachal to Munnar, Coorg, Spiti, Auli and Chopta, with what to see and do at each.
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Gandhidham Kutch, Gujarat, India
Gandhidham in Kutch, Gujarat: how the town began, its character, places to visit in and around it, the best time to visit Kutch, and the town as a gateway.
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How to Do Kedarnath Registration: A Step-by-Step Guide
Kedarnath registration step by step: who must register, online sign-up, offline counters at Haridwar, Rishikesh and Sonprayag, and documents needed.
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Top 7 Places As Cold As Kashmir
Places as cold as Kashmir: Auli, Spiti, Tawang, Yumthang, Dhanaulti, Kalpa and Mechuka, with winter temperatures, snow months, permits and travel tips.
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Surya Kund, Yamunotri: A Spiritual and Healing Experience
Surya Kund, the sacred hot spring at Yamunotri: its spiritual significance, the healing reputation of its waters, and why pilgrims stop there on the way.
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The Sacred Charm of Sita Ki Rasoi, Ayodhya
Sita Ki Rasoi in Ayodhya, near Ram Janmabhoomi, is believed to be where Goddess Sita cooked for the royal family. Its history, relics and when to visit.
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Top 10 Underrated Places of India You Must Visit in 2026
Ten underrated places in India worth a trip, from Ziro Valley, Tirthan Valley and Chopta to Mandawa, Majuli, Gokarna, Kumbalangi and Dhanushkodi.
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Places to Visit in Puri in 1 Day – A Perfect Spiritual & Scenic Getaway
Places to visit in Puri in 1 day: Jagannath Temple, Puri Beach, Gundicha Temple, Swargadwar Beach and Raghurajpur, with Konark and Chilika as options.
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10 Must-Visit Temples in Kolkata
Ten temples to visit in Kolkata: Dakshineswar Kali, Kalighat, Belur Math, ISKCON, Birla Mandir, Lake Kalibari, the Chinese Kali Temple and more.
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Top 12 Places to Visit in South India – Summer 2026 Edition
Discover the best places to visit in South India including hill stations, beaches, temples, and heritage sites. Plan your perfect South I.
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How To Do Desert Camping in Jaisalmer Rajasthan
How to go desert camping in Jaisalmer: what a camp is like, how to get there by train, air or road, the best time to go, and tips for choosing a camp.
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