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Kollam is the most picturesque city of Kerala, lying on the banks of Ashtamudi Lake on the Arabian sea coast. The city holds pristine beaches with golden sands, exquisite monuments and temples, breathtaking eco-spots, houseboats and the tempting taste of

Located in the Mandla and Balaghat districts of Madhya Pradesh, India, Kanha National Park is a wild life sanctuary and virtually a tiger land, with several tigresses occupying traditionally famous natal areas.  Kanha National Park was created on 1 June,

A- Apparel: The weather should be cool nights and warm, not hot days. B- Baggage: Do not bring more than you can comfortably carry, i.e. one larger checked bag and your carry-on case. C- Customs, Cameras and Communicating: India is

Shikhar Travels provides you with a unique opportunity to experience Old Delhi. On our Rickshaw tour of Old Delhi your senses will come alive as you will encounter the captivating sights and sounds, this amazing city has to offer. This

Shikhar Nature Resort located in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, is a perfect place for a cool retreat to the nature. Here, you can involve yourself in various activities such as- 1. Shikhar Adventure Park : Located at the resort- Here you can

Jim Corbett National Park is India’s first national park which comprises 520.8 km2. area of hills, riverine belts, marshy depressions, grass lands and large lake. Nestled in the foothills of Kumaon, Corbett Tiger Reserve lies mainly in the hilly districts of

As a part of Shikhar’s team building program, 5 Shikhar Staff Members comprising of  Ankit, Soumendu, Tarun, Dinesh and Amit, experienced the beauty of mountains during a  5-day trek to Dodital, a popular trekking spot in Uttarakhand. At a height

         Persian poet Firdaus had said of Kashmir :  “ If there is heaven on Earth , it is here, it is here and is here… and yes, he was very true. Situated in the northwestern region of Indian Subcontinent.

The Red Fort or Lal Qila is a living monument and a symbol of India’s composite history. From this site, The Prime Minister of India addresses the nation on 15 August, the day India achieved independence from the British. It

Valley of Flowers – a fairy land, appeals as a beautiful dream to travelers from around the world. Nestled in the upper reaches of Garhwal, Uttarakhand among snow-capped mountains and swarmed with over hundreds of species of flowers lies the

The famous pilgrimage place of the Sikhs, also referred to as the Golden Temple is  located in the city of Amritsar, Punjab, India. It’s not only a central religious place of the Sikhs, but also a symbol of human brotherhood

       Renowned for its spectacular architecture and aesthetic beauty, The Taj Mahal is a symbol of love and the most photographed monuments in the world. Is one of the Seven Wonders of the World built by the grieving Emperor Shahjahan

Hemis Gompa is the most important and the richest monastery in Ladakh, built in the 17th century by Chapgon Gyalshas. Is located 49 km south of Leh and is known locally as Chang-Chub-Sam-Ling(The Love Palace of the Compassionate One). .

The north-eastern region of India is the most varied, One of the most ethically and linguistically diverse regions in Asia, each state has its distinct culture and tradition.                          The lushness of its landscape, the range of communities and geographical

Shikhar Travels, India(www.shikhar.com), bagged à the National Tourism Award, for outstanding performance as Inbound Tour Operator at the recently concluded  ceremony on 29th Feb 2012 in New Delhi, India. The award was conferred by Her Excellency, President of India, Smt.