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Unique points of interest in India
Bodhi Tree
From the series “The Surviving Artifacts of Buddhist Civilization”
A lot of amazing Buddhist sites can be seen in India. A legendary Bodhi tree is among them. This is not just a natural attraction, but a unique historical object, which is associated with many incredible legends and historical facts. It’s believed that Buddha was born under this tree. Later he attained enlightenment there. It is obvious that the tree that has grown 2 500 years ago in Nepal, hasn’t been preserved to our days. The sight that travelers can admire today in the Indian town of Bodh Gaya is a direct descendant of prehistoric Bodhi tree. The tree in Nepal, under which the Buddha attained enlightenment, did not survive. A new tree of its seed was grown in Sri Lanka, in the city of Anuradhapura. At this time, the head of state was the king Asoka. He guarded the tree and … Read all
Deccan Traps
From the series “Volcanoes and Traps That Changed the Face of the Planet”
Indian Deccan Plateau is nothing but a large igneous province. The thick part of the basalt plateau covers about 2 000 meters in average. The total area of the trap is up to 500 000 square meters. The Deccan Traps were formed over 600 million years ago. The majority of volcanic eruptions took place at the area of modern Mumbai. Researchers believe that large-scale series of eruptions lasted about 30 000 years. A long process of eruptions resulted not only in severe geological, but also in significant climate changes. Emissions of gas and ash blocked sunlight, which is why for many years the average temperature on Earth was about 2C. Scientists have found a relation between the eruption of traps, which occurred about 65 million years ago, and global extinction of living … Read all
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Preferred to Open 9 New Hotels in 2022
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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29.11.2023
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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29.11.2023
Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes in India
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of India with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of India
This India map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.Maps of cities and regions of India
Jaipur
Many tourists from all over the world know Jaipur as a “Pink City”. If you arrive in this beautiful city and visit its old quarter, you will see the reason for this name with your own eyes. Indeed, all buildings in this part of the Indian city have a pink or terracotta color. Jaipur is also the capital of the Indian state of Rajasthan. According to traditions of the ancient Indian architecture, the territory is divided into nine rectangular sectors. This is the location of the major … Read more 
Kolkata
It is safe to say that Kolkata is one of the most authentic and contrast cities in India. This is a true cultural center of the country that is also the capital of West Bengal State. Having arrived in this Indian city, you will be shocked and charmed at the same time. Perhaps, it is hard to find another city in the world where misery and richness are in such a striking contrast. That being said, local people are very friendly and hospitable despite their hard life. The city itself looks like it … Read more
Ahmedabad
Beautiful Ahmedabad, which is situated in the western part of India, is the largest city in the state of Gujarat and one of the largest cities in the country. This is a true megalopolis – Ahmedabad is home to 5.6 million people. The city is built on the bank of the Sabarmati River. This region is often regarded as the center of the Gujarat State. Ahmedabad has a long and rich history, and local buildings, numerous quarters, and labyrinths of streets are a fantastic way to learn more about it. … Read more
Agra
Fabulous Agra. Many know this city as the home of the Taj Mahal, but this is not really correct because there are many other landmarks in this marvelous city. There are many must-see architectural landmarks in Agra, the likes of which are simply not available anywhere else in the world. However, when planning a vacation in Agra, tourists need to keep in mind that this city is full of dangerous places for inexperienced travelers. It is not clearly known when the first settlement on the site … Read more
Amritsar
India is rich in sacred cities, and Amritsar is definitely one of them. Moreover, this city is the holy area of the Sikh religion. It is situated in the northwestern part of the Punjab State, not far from the border with Pakistan. Some tourists may wonder what the main attractions of this region are. Travelers from all over the world visit Amritsar to see the holy temple for all Sikhs – the gilded Golden Temple that is built near a beautiful bathe. According to a legend, bathing in this lake … Read more
Lucknow
Lucknow is the capital of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. This amazing city stands on the bank of the Gomti River. Nowadays, Lucknow is recognized as one of the best cities in India. It perfectly combines the elegance of the old world with its own historical charm. During a vacation in Lucknow, you will be able to get acquainted with local landmarks, see historical attractions of the past centuries, and visit the infamous Hazratganj district, artisan shops in which produce the internationally … Read more
Darjeeling
Do you want to get acquainted with the “Queen of the Himalayas”? Come to the breathtaking Indian city – Darjeeling. This wonderful settlement is neatly located at the foothill of the gracious and spectacular Himalayan Mountains. Gorgeous snow-capped mountain tops, endless tea plantations on the hills – all these make Darjeeling a unique and absolutely enchanting city. This settlement has long become the calling card of India’s West Bengal State. Due to mountain sceneries of striking … Read more
New Delhi
The world-famous local landmark is the Lotus Temple, which is of great value not only from a religious point of view but also from the perspective of architecture. Officially, this temple is called a Bahá'í House of Worship, but in fact, it is open to all believers, regardless of their religions. Absolutely everyone can visit this temple to pray to his god within its walls. The construction of the amazing temple was completed in 1986; it has an incredibly beautiful building that resembles a … Read more
