Hotel Review : Taj Krishna , Hyderabad - India

Taj Krishna
HyderabadRoad No. 1
Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500 034
India.
Tel : (91-40) 66662323 Fax : (91-40) 66661313
Email: krishna.hyderabad@tajhotels.com


Thanks - Leading Stewardess ( Hflight )




There are threee Taj Hotels in Hyderabad , But today we will review The Taj Krishna ..



The Hotel Entrance with elephant sculpture




The Front Office..



The Mid-way hall to elevator



And finally to the room , the room are bit small as compared to five - star standard .. we got the two queen size single bed .



Another view of the room ..



And Another angle at night ..



Welcome fruit present in the room



and every morning you will be recieving this chocolate for free at your room .. yummy !



View from the rooms ..



You can even look at the street from your room ..



Entrance to convention hall... so grand...



Convention hall door



The hall..



The outdoor lunch provided by the hotel to people who attend meeting




Hotel decoration in the park ..



A look at hotel building..



A swimming pool



A walk way to the room..



A decoration along the wall..



A lobby..

Again the lobby ..

And again elegant lobby

The - End

Do's & Don'ts To Truly Unseen Thailand

Typical Thai tourist beach where Thai people swim in the sea with their clothes on

Since our popular Webmastering buddie here, the certain…Mr Richard has decided to start up a bit of a funky series on travelling in Thailand I thought I’d complement his fine work with a blog along similar lines ….oh well, kind of!
Of course, ‘Unseen Thailand’ is a bit of an exaggeration! Thailand's Tourism Board has been using this slogan for a few years now but have failed to do little but point every single tourist in the same dull direction. So, I thought I’d take the opportunity to steal this catch-phrase and point yous all in a far clearer direction.

DO’S

>Do on eat on the street, perhaps the best food to be had – you have just as much chance of coming down with a case of the ‘Indian-belly’ at the nearest 5 star hotel.

>Do visit a local morning market – a truly unforgettable experience of smelly meats, loud vendors and a fleet of vegetable carts waiting to run you over.

>Do take a motorbike-taxi ride, speeding through the traffic like a Loony Tunes character you’ll be in for one darned… ‘scary experience’.

>Do try the local speciality ‘Papaya-Pok-Pok’(Somtum), if not… then the Thais will say ‘You have never truly been to Thailand’.

>Do, even if you don’t speak a word of Thai, stay in the middle of Nakhorn Nowhere or Buffaloburi for a few days , better than experiencing some corny episode of ‘Survivor Series’.

>Do pop over the Thai-Cambodian border into the border town of Poipet for the night, some folks may say it’s the worst border town dump in the world – but it’s one heck of an unforgettable wild-west experience.

>Do have a bevvie at some shack upcountry karaoke bar, can witness the local drunkards fighting over who is going to sing the next song.

>Do venture into Bangkok’s very own slum district of Klong Tery at 2 in the morning, completely off the tourist track…no further explanation necessary.

>Do hang around South Pattaya for the evening, great fun seeing all the newly-arrived naughty Arab males being chatted up by a 6 foot 2 ladyboy they think… is an actual girl.

>Do take the countryside train, even though the journey itself may feel like it takes a lifetime, it’s a great way to get a real feel for the rural Thai ways.

>Do take up the opportunity of staying with a Thai family, another great way to experience the life-style of the locals.

DON’TS

> Don’t go to a Farang infested beach, go to a Thai-style one – excellent place to see the locals stroll along the beach in long-sleeved jackets, huge huts and 50 proof sunblock plastered all over their faces.

>Don’t, as a male, bother buying some over-priced drink for a girl in a bar – completely pointless, just pop along to your nearest dept store and you’ll find lotsa lovely sales-assistant girls waiting to be chatted up for free.

>Don’t take one of Bangkok’s spanking new yellow air-con buses, enjoy the thrills and spills instead in one of the capital’s little green doorless three and a half wheeled ones, a truly manic experience.

>Don’t go on one of those pricey hotel tour-boat rides up the Chao Praya River, for the grand sum of nine baht - take a ride on the local express boat, you’ll get exactly the same view!

>Don’t spend all your time hanging around the usual tourist-haunted temples, go to a local upcountry one instead and you can chat to all the resident monks about ….football, latest Nokia models and the newest DVD releases.

>Don’t stay in and write postcards all night, enjoy an evening of ‘All the fun of the Temple Fair’, meditation and chanting are out – darts, bingo and bouncy castles are in.

>Don’t waste your valuable time at boring Farang discos, Bangkok’s massive Thai-style ones are one heck of an eye-opener.

>And don’t sacrifice any more of your precious time applying for a long-term visa in Thailand, the authorities in charge are highly experienced in wasting as much of your time as heavenly possible.

>Don’t fork out for a pricey ticket on Thai Airways, just take Air Asia instead - even though you may be delayed for an average of four hours you’ll be saving a small fortune. Even Thailand’s very own Prime Minister himself once said “Our national carrier is over-priced and a load of rubbish".

>Don’t hang around some gory guesthouse watching movies all night, check out the local TV Soap Operas, great insight into the mentality of the 'Thai family life'.

>And finally, don’t spend all your time in the city, at the beach or a tourist-orientated hill resort – take a trip into the countryside of Thailand’s very own ‘north-east’ (Isarn), lotsa rice whiskey, grilled chicken, sticky rice and friendly locals – not to be missed.
As usual, just a bitta fun and not too be taken too seriously - if you can think of any more advice to .....truly unseen Thailand... i'll look forward to reading them in the comments below.

Helsinki For Backpackers

Capital city of Finland; it has grown up fast in the 20th. Century from its early days as a Russian Empire outpost. It has wonderful architecture, the streets have a youthful buzz, crowds stroll along the boulevards and socialise in the numerous outdoor cafes and restaurants. At night though, the pace really picks up, with loads of pubs and clubs, free rock concerts and lots of fringe events happening every where.

DAILY BUDGET in HELSINKI

Helsinki, like a lot of other European cities, can be quite expensive. Cheap but tasty meals come in at about US$10 upwards; cheap but cosy accommodation in the city is in the region of US$24. A backpacker could just about make it on US$60, which will include lodging, 3 meals and a couple of sightseeing tours.

Free Attractions

City Museum - located at Sofiankatu 4. It offers a high-tech record of Helsinki life in an impressive exhibition called Time.

Esplanadi - a wonderful neat boulevard, go here in the afternoon along the central pathway to free music do's at the hut in the middle.

Museum of Art and Design - found at Korkeavourenkatu - what a mouthful! This is a good place to find out how Art and Industry have developed in Finnish history

Vaasankatu - This street shows the other side of Helsinki: Thai massage, sex shops, drunkards, junkies, ethnic food and bars where locals meet their friends. Visit bar Iltakoulu, Vaasankatu 5 or eat in Indian Villa, Vaasankatu 12.

Suomenlinna - Suomenlinna/Viapori fortress island. Take the ferry from Kauppatori and have a nice picnic on Suomenlinna island. There is also a beach for those who like to swim.

Töölönlahti - A park between the opera house and the Finlandia house. Locals like to jog and hang around here. You can even rent a rowing boat and explore the Töölönlahti bay.

Sinebrychoff Art Museum - Old European art. Address: Bulevardi 40, 00120 Helsinki. Free admission every Thursday from 5 pm to 8 pm.

Libraries - Free internet in the libraries! And beautiful old buildings too. Rikhardinkadun kirjasto: Rikhardinkatu 3. Kallion kirjasto: Viides linja 11. The national library / university library: Unioninkatu 36.

Hietalahden tori - Flea market on Sundays in May-September in front of the old market hall

Tram museum - The tram museum at Töölönkatu 51 is free on Thursdays and always free for people under 18 years. Old trams and funny videos.

Botanical garden - Kasvitieteellinen puutarha, the botanical garden is a beautiful oasis in the middle of the city. Two entrances at Unioninkatu 44 and Kaisaniemenranta 2.

Jugend-sali - The Jugend hall hosts changing exhibitions that are often related to Finnish art or the history of Helsinki. Always free admission. Beautiful art nouveau building. Location: Pohjoisesplanadi 19. Kiasma -

Museum of modern art. Free admission on Fridays 17-20. Always free admission for persons under 18 years. Location: Mannerheiminaukio 2.

Katajanokka island - Katajanokka is an island full of beautiful art nouveau buildings. Along the waterfront one can admire sailing boats, ships and ice breakers depending on the season.

Seurasaari open-air museum - Seurasaari is a small island near the Helsinki city centre. There are plenty of different historical buildings from different parts of Finland. And lots of squirrels too :) It is easy to get there with bus no 24.

Cheap Eats

Cafe Esplanadi - corner of Mikonkatu and Esplanadi. Very trendy here with people-watching and sipping cappos at outdoor tables the norm.

Goa House - found at Viideslinja 16. Great cheap curries and super poppadums.

Mama Rosa - you will find this place at Runeberginkatu 55. Classic pizzas, fish steaks and a great selection of pastas. Mid prices here and great nosh.

New Bamboo Center - Inexpensive, tiny restaurant which is often full of young people enjoying Asian meals. Annankatu 29.

Silvoplee - Vegetarian buffet. Good food. The charge depends on the weight of your portion. Location: Toinen linja 3. http://www.silvoplee.com/

Moinamoti - Great pizza (try Greenstock). Also Indian dishes. Low-moderate prices. Located in lively Kallio neighborhood. Location: Kolmas linja 6, 00530 Helsinki

Zucchini - Often crowded and no wonder - excellent vegetarian lunch. Moderate price. Location: Fabianinkatu 4.

Little Hong Kong - Small, inexpensive Chinese restaurant. Good chili & tofu soup. Location: Toinen linja 11, Kallio.

Annapurna - This everyday Indian has been around for many years. Price-quality ratio is good. Location: Fredrikinkatu 23.

Metro Kebab - Metro Kebab. Affordable falafels and much more. Ask for hot sauce. Location: Hämeentie 6, Hakaniemi.

Cantina West - Huge lunch burritos. Nice terrace during the summer. Location: Kasarmikatu 23, Helsinki.

Spaghetteria Giovanni - Huge pasta portions in the middle of the city cost mostly under 8 euros. Also a bit more expensive plates. World Trade Center, Keskuskatu 7.

Spaghetteria di Giovanni - This little brother of the more expensive Papa Giovanni serves good and affordable Italian dishes. Location: World Trade Center, Keskuskatu 7, Helsinki.

Vegemesta - Vegetarian burgers, scnitzels and much more. Very inexpensive. Address: Vaasankatu 6, Sornainen

Cool Bar And Clubs

Bar No. 9 - found at Uuudenmaankatu 9. Great hang-out place in evenings, huge beer lists and menus. Food is cheap and filling with a veggi option too.

O'Malley's - located in Yrjonkatu 28. Great place for Guiness and live music.KY-Exit - found in Pohjoinen Rautaiekatu 8. Hugely popular club, sometimes with foreign bands; more often really lively disco nights. Very cheap costs here.

Trickshot - If you like to play pool and watch sports this is your living room. Address: Näkinkuja 1, Hakaniemi.

Factory - Punk & alternative gigs. Moderately priced drinks. Venue: Siltasaarenkatu 3-5, Hakaniemi.

Oranssi - An alternative rock club. No age limits, no booze. Very inexpensive. Location: Hiihtäjäntie 1, Herttoniemi, Helsinki.

Pataässä - A classic. The heart of Finnish karaoke scene. Location: Mariankatu 9, Kruunuhaka, Helsinki.

Pub Ikkuna - Cosy little bar in the Kamppi shopping center in the middle of Helsinki. Sometimes they show sport on the screen. Cheaper than other central bars.

Cafe Mascot - In Mascot you can play pool, darts, trivial pursuit and other games while having some beer or wine. Inexpensive. Crowded by young people. Address: Neljäs linja 2, Kallio.

Poirot, Oluthuone Poirotti - Specialiced in beers but serves also nice ciders and wines. Two cosy neighborhood bars: Toinen linja 15, Kallio and Tehtaankatu 38, Eira.

Lost & Found - A very popular hetero-friendly gay night club. Small and intimate dance floor downstairs. Long queues after 11 p.m. Address: Annankatu 6, Helsinki.

Planning a Cruise to Antarctica

Why would anyone want to visit Antarctica? Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, and driest place on earth. The tourist season is a scant four months long. There are no shops, piers, idyllic beaches, or tourist venues at the Antarctic ports of call. The ocean crossing from South America, Africa, or Australia is almost always a rough one. Despite all of these perceived negatives, Antarctica has always been on my list of "must see" destinations. We cruised to Antarctica in January 2005 on the Hapag-Lloyd Hanseatic, and can now understand why so many others express an interest in visiting a continent with such a hostile environment.
Lucky for those of us who love to cruise, the best way to visit Antarctica is via cruise ship. Since most of the wildlife in Antarctica is found on the ice-free narrow ridges of coastline around the islands and mainland, cruise passengers don't have to miss out on any of the interesting sea, land or air creatures of this exciting continent. In addition, Antarctica has no tourism infrastructure such as hotels, restaurants, or tour guides, so a cruise ship is an ideal vehicle for visiting the sixth continent. One note-you won't get to the South Pole on a ship. Unlike the North Pole, which lies in the middle of the Arctic Ocean, the South Pole is hundreds of miles inland, situated on a high plateau. Some visitors to the South Pole have even experienced altitude sickness!

Background
Although 95 percent of Antarctica is covered with ice, there are rocks and soil under all that ice and the continent is twice the size of Australia. Antarctica is also our highest continent, with over half of the land over 6500 feet above sea level. The highest peak on Antarctica is over 11000 feet. Since Antarctica gets less than 4 inches of precipitation a year, all of it in the form of snow, it qualifies as a polar desert.

The ocean surrounding Antarctica is one of its most interesting features. The winds and sea currents interact ferociously, causing this area of the ocean to be very turbulent. The Antarctic Convergence is the region where the warm, saltier waters flowing south from South America meet the cold, dense and fresher waters moving north from Antarctica. These conflicting currents are constantly mixing and result in a very rich environment for an abundance of sea plankton. The plankton attracts large numbers of birds and sea mammals. The end result is the famous rough seas of the Drake Passage and Tierra del Fuego and the thousands of fascinating creatures that survive this inhospitable climate.

When to Go to Antarctica
The tourist season is only four months long in Antarctica-from November to February. The rest of the year is not only very cold-as low as 50 degrees below zero-but also dark or nearly dark most of the time. Even if you could stand the cold you couldn't see anything! Each month has its own attractions. November is early summer, and the birds are courting and mating. December and January feature hatching penguins and baby chicks, along with warmer temperatures and up to 20 hours of daylight each day. February is late summer, but the whale sightings are more frequent and the chicks are beginning to become fledglings. There is also less ice in the late summer, and the ships are not as booked up as earlier in the season.

Types of Cruise Ships Visiting Antarctica
Although explorers have sailed Antarctic waters since the 15th century, the first tourists didn't arrive until 1957 when a Pan American flight from Christchurch, New Zealand landed for a short time at McMurdo Sound. Tourism really picked up starting in the late 1960s when expedition tour operators began offering trips. Today, over 30 ships carry tourists into Antarctic waters. Almost 20,000 of these tourists land ashore in Antarctica and another 8,000 either sail in Antarctic waters or fly over the continent. Ships vary in size from less than 50 to over 1000 passengers. The ships also vary in amenities, from basic supply vessels to small expedition ships to mainstream cruise ships to small luxury cruise ships such as the Hapag-Lloyd Hanseatic we sailed on.

One word of caution-some ships (especially the larger ships such as those operated by Crystal, Holland America and Princess) do not allow passengers to go ashore in Antarctica. They provide wonderful vistas of the spectacular Antarctic scenery, but only from the deck of the ship. This "sail-by" type of Antarctic cruise, often called an Antarctic "experience", helps keep the price down, but can be a disappointment if landing on Antarctic soil is important to you. The International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators requires its members to pledge to send no more than 100 persons ashore at any one time. Larger ships cannot logistically meet this pledge, and any cruise line disregarding it would probably not get a permit to sail to Antarctica again.

Shillong - The Scotland Of The East

Introduction
The romantic city of Shillong has been one of the important tourist destinations in the northeast. It is often referred to as the “Scotland of the East” due to its striking similarity with the Scottish highlands. The city derives its name from “Leishyllong”—the Superpower or God who is believed to reside on the Shillong peak, overlooking the city. Lying in the cradle of the tall pine conifers and pineapple shrubs, Shillong’s undulating terrain is a constant source of attraction for tourists from both home and abroad. The Khasi, Jaintia and Garo tribes add color to this hilly city.
Location
The capital of Meghalaya, Shillong lies on the eastern part of the state. Perched at an altitude of 1,520 meters (4,990 feet) above sea level, the city stretches for about 6 km on an elevated tract. It is situated on a plateau bound on the north by the Umiam gorge, on the northwest by the great mass of the Diengiei Hills that rise up to a height of 1,823 meters (6077 ft.) above sea level, and on the northeast by the hills of the Assam valley. The Umshyrpi and the Umkhra rivers, which finally merge and form the Umiam River, water it. Shillong is at distance of 104 km from Guwahati, 295 km from Kaziranga, 578 km from Siliguri and 658 km from Darjeeling.

History
Shillong was a small village until 1864, when it became the new civil station of the Khasi and Jaintia hills. It remained the summer capital of Eastern Bengal and Assam for many years. In 1874, on the formation of Assam as a Chief Commissioner’s Province, it was chosen as the capital of the new administration. An earthquake destroyed the city in 1897, necessitating its complete rebuilding. In January 1972, Shillong became the capital of the newly formed state of Meghalaya.

Climate
Shillong is subject to vagaries of the monsoon. The monsoons arrive in June and it rains almost until the end of August. The climate is hot and humid during summers but quite cold during winters. October-November and March-April are the best months to visit Shillong.

Attractions

Waterfalls
The Crinoline Falls is about 12–13 m in height and lies to the west of the Survey of India Office. There is a swimming pool at the base of the falls. The Gunner’s Falls 1 is about 24–26 m in height and is near the military establishment on the Upper Shillong road. It is about 1.6 km from the GPO. The Gunner’s Falls 2 lies a km away from the Happy Valley amidst picturesque locales.The Spread Eagle Falls or Sati Falls is located about a mile away from the Polo Ground. It is a famous picnic spot.The Sweet Falls (also called “Weitden,” in the native dialect) is the most beautiful of all the waterfalls in Shillong. It lies about 5 km from the Happy Valley and is about 96 m in height. The Elephant Gait and the Elephant Falls are located near Upper Shillong. These are beautiful sights especially in the rainy season and are favorite picnic spots among the locals. Beyond the Elephant Falls, one can also view the Upper and Lower Elysium Falls.The Beadon Falls lies about 2 km from Bara Bazaar. There is a hydroelectric powerhouse at the base of the falls. The Bishop Falls is also nearby and together they mingle and flow into the Umiam River.

Peaks
Shillong Peak, the highest point of Shillong, is located 5 km to the south of the city and is 1961 meters (6,433 feet) in altitude. Being the highest peak in the district, it is often surrounded with fog. The peak itself is not steep, but rather semi-circular like that of a crown placed on the flat and extensive top of the Shillong Hill. The peak is accessible via the Upper Shillong or Jowai Road.The Sohpetbneng Peak is 1,343 m in altitude and is regarded as sacred by the Hynfiiewtrep tribe. It is a picturesque location.The Dingei Hill is situated near the Umiam stream. Two paths lead to this hill from Shillong. One is the narrow tract that leads straight to the gorge through Umiyangka village. For a height of 1,000 ft on either side of the stream, the gradient is very steep and precipitous and makes for excellent mountain climbing. The second route begins at Barapani on the GS Road, about 16 km from Shillong. During the upward journey, one is provided a captivating view of the Bhoi district, which lies 300 ft below the summit of the Dingei Hill.The Dumpeep Peak is the highest in Swer and is 5100 feet above sea level. The Kyllang rock lies 78 km from Shillong. The rock is a steep bare cliff of granite, 200 m in height and rises abruptly from plain grassy downs.

Lakes
The Ward Lake is an important tourist site of Shillong. It is a horseshoe-shaped artificial lake lying beneath the Raj Bhavan (Governor’s Residence) and the Accountant General’s (AG) Office, with little isles and a bridge over it. The lake abounds in fish (grass carps) and feeding the fish from the bridge is a favorite pastime of the tourists. It is said that a Khasi prisoner, who requested for any kind of work to get him out of his cell, initiated its construction. The lake has a charming winding walk-a-way in the midst of rolling flowerbeds and fairyland lighting with gradually undulating grounds, hemmed in by lush greens. Boats are also available, while the cafeteria provides refreshments. Seventeen kilometers before Shillong is situated Umiam or Barapani—a large lake formed after a hydroelectric dam was built across a stream. In recent years, this has become an increasingly popular place for outings and weekend visits. The Orchid Lake Resort, designed by the famous architect Charles Correa, and constructed amongst pinewood, overlooks the lake. There are facilities for water sports here: from kayaking and water skiing for the adventurous to water cycling and simple boating for the less brave. The Orchid Lake Resort, run by the Meghalaya Tourism Department, has pleasantly appointed rooms with balconies, a restaurant and bar.

Other Attractions
The State Museum is located at the State Central Library complex in Laichumiere and visitors can catch a glimpse of the heritage and lifestyle of the Khasi tribe here. The Butterfly Museum at Riatsamthiah holds a rare collection of butterflies and moths.The Botanical Garden near Ward Lake has some species of flora of the region. A better place is the Orchidarium of the Botanical Survey of India. It has a rare collection of orchids and is a treat to the nature lover. Near the Botanical Garden, one can find the celebrated Golf Course, called the Gleneagles of the East. The Golf club retains the colonial touch and is the first 18-hole golf course in Asia.Behind the Shillong Civil Hospital, near the Pine Mount School, is the Lady Hydari Park. It has a small museum, a small zoo, an aviary, and a deer park among tall cedars and pines.In front of St. Edmund’s College, one can visit the fruit garden, maintained by the Department of Agriculture. During spring, one can see the trees in full bloom. There are many reservoirs filled with natural spring water that have the dual purpose of watering the gardens and functioning as a nursery—known as “Fishdale”—for the raising and breeding of fish, notably hill-trout and carps. Shillong is also famous for its churches. The most beautiful church is that of the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians. Directly below the hill is the Grotto Church. The All Saints Church opposite the State Central Library is an attractive structure made out of wood.
Events and Festivals
The festivals vary according to the tribes. Christmas, Easter, Good Friday and the New Year Day celebrations are the most important. Ka Pomblang Nongkrem, or the Nongkrem dance, is one of the most important Khasi festivals. Shad Sukmynsiem is another important festival of the Khasis. Behdiengkhlam, the festival of the Jaintias, is celebrated in July. Wangala is the festival of the Garos and is dedicated to the Sun God.
Shopping
The main shopping areas are Police Bazaar, Bara Bazaar and Laitumukhrah. On Iewduh, the first day of the eight-day long Khasi week, people from all over eastern Meghalaya come to sell their products here. In the centre of Police Bazar, on the corner of Kacheri road, there are shops selling finely woven baskets of all sizes. For hand-woven shawls, handicrafts, orange flower honey and cane work, one can visit the various emporia like Meghalaya Handicrafts, Khadi Gramodyog and Purbashree.
Daylong/Weekend Trips
About 56 km from Shillong is Cherrapunji village (East Khasi Hills district), now called Sohra. Located on the Shillong plateau about 55 km southwest of Shillong, Cherrapunji and Mausynram (another village nearby) are reputed to be the wettest places in the world. The heavy rains here often swell the waters of the Nohsngithiang waterfall. The town is famous for its limestone caves and orange honey. It has the oldest Presbyterian Church. Krem Mawmluh is a 4.5-km-long cave near Cherrapunji.A little further down the road to limestone caves, there is a graveyard where British missionaries and their close relatives lie buried. The visitors are awed by a series of giant pillars or megaliths that have been erected near a stream. Such megaliths are to be seen in different parts of the Khasi and Jaintia Hills and are usually erected to commemorate great deeds or to honor dead chieftains. Accommodation is available at the Circuit House. The summer capital of the Jaintia kings, Nartiang, is about 65 km east of Shillong. There is a park of megaliths, some of which are as high as 8 m. A 500-year-old temple of Durga is another attraction at Nartiang.En route Nartiang, 64 km from Shillong, is the small lake of Thadlaskein. It is a beautiful picnic spot.About 13 km from Shillong is the village of Nongkrem. It is the seat of the Syiem of Nongkrem, whose estate extends up to Shillong. The traditional Nongkrem Dance festival is held here around autumn and draws large crowds of visitors.Sixty-four kilometers from Shillong is Jakrem, a popular health resort having hot springs of sulfur water, believed to have curative medicinal properties. Dawki, a border town, 96 km from Shillong, provides a glimpse of Bangladesh. The colorful annual boat race during spring at the Umgot River is an added attraction. At a distance of 140 km from Shillong is Ranikor, an angler's paradise containing a huge population of carp and mahseers.Jowai is a popular and prosperous town situated on a beautiful plateau 1,500 m above sea level. Three sides of this plateau slope sharply down to the Hai River and contiguous areas are rich in coal deposits. It is also an important station on the route to Silchar and Agartala.

Pop Into Papua New Guinea : They're Relaxed!

They say great surfing, beautiful beaches and the idea of being somewhere a bit undiscovered are the three main appeals of Papua New Guinea, yet even Aussies, who live right next door, rarely visit. Just give it time, of course, and it'll be tourists galore, so we recommend scheduling your PNG trip soon.
The PNG Tourism Promotion Authority have really been working hard lately to drum up enthusiasm for this oft overlooked destination. Although we've just missed the game fishing championships, we're not too late to catch the International Orchid Spectacular running 5-6 August. Or you might want to try diving, fishing, trekking, surfing or birdwatching.
We especially like the relaxed approach of Papua New Guineans, and their website even tells us what clothes to wear: "Informal and casual with shorts and open neck shirts throughout the year". That's gotta be a country just waiting for holiday-makers.

Amazing Indian Himalayas - Last Part

Thanks to - Popkorn ( Hflight )

The reason i put the height all the times because the higher i went up the stanger landscape i can see, so i put it as a reference.. for example when i reached higher than 3000m above sea level the landscape trend tobe more like Bushes, Rocky (Lunar Landscape) or dry ,cold and hash i mean it is so extream for example when there is just sun with out cloud i need only one jacket but when the cloud is there the temperature could drop fast and i need a very thick clothes i mean some times 5 layersthis picture shows the landscape in Nako 3662m Bush Hash Dry Cold and Rekong Peo look Green 2290m perfect for agriculture just in a summer such apple, barlay!also the dark blue sky in the higher region should be notice as the clerer sky in the higher place... in BKK seems just gray blue or blue in the winter.

This region is in the far east of Himachal pradesh India and it is pretty much influenced by Tibetian Buddish and Hindulism and it is result in the combination of these cultures.Believe me this is INDIA!!!!

most of the town especially on the north east of this region , i can see it quite often , in every bridges tooi think this is one of the fascinating part of it!

in some Village for example Ki 4000m (next review very nice) second son need to be a lama(tibetian monk) the first son can continue family job! i doubt if this is how they control population!??

Recong Peo 2290 m the biggest town in this area, where i can access to internet 30kpb 60 rupee /minute about 60 baht.the place where i can feel the influence of tibetan buddism ( it is close to the old day Hindus -Tibetan high way where is the route through Tibet from India)

Rekong peo is also the transportation hub in this region.. in winter accommodation can be half price may be less than 100 rupee or 100 bath one thing unique about this region is that people wear the traditional cap as above please try to look at the town and se some people wear the green cap.. even when they drive.. this cap really makes this town and people look even more cute!

now it is going higher in Nako 3660 m

the picture that i gonna show first one is Nako 3660m and the second one is Ki 4110 mabout 500m different in height please notice the landscape..the first picture seems higher actually..

i treaked from Ki 4100m to Kibber 4205 ( also shown in Indian Himalaya I)less oxygen ,, get tired very easy and its cold though i felt the sun is so string , sun glasses is a must!!!!Now both I need to have a rest...

Funny that they tried to ask me for chocolate( they try hard to get the right pronounciation) and we shared some food..please notice the landscape now it iscompletely changed from lower altitude..i was at 4.1KM from sea level now!! WOW

ALMOST there but it was 30 minutes more to go.. THE LANDSCAPE IS REALLY AMAZINGand i enjoyed this walk lotssssssssssssssssssssssss...surprise that was about 1 week before summer but on the track there were many unmelted anow and of course mountain is whole year covered by the snowHimachal Pradesh may be mean the land of eternity snow..hope you guys don t get bored i still have fews more pictures..all taken by the Manual Camera .. quite dark cause i did not realized that sun would be this strong!

The End Of Amazing Indian Himalaya Trip .

Amazing Indian Himalayas - Part Two

Thanks to Popkorn ( Hflight )

very common to see the shepherd with hia sheeps or goats ,in the picture it was a blocked road, so we had to get off and walk a few km for the bus that wait on the other sideroad blocked is very common in this area i experienced few times in this trip, one of them i have to wait 3 hrs before the road is cleared

this is the another villlage name Nako 3660 m above sea level this village has a legend that one of the god threw a rock to make a village..and the village is really made of rock!!!!!!

villager flatten the rock and make it as a wall, very neat and impressive

lake at Nako(3662 m) is freezing during the winter!

where i was now it is 2 and half hrs walked up hill from Nako 3662 mcan you count how many roads road are there? can you see the river??can you tell how long the road is???

To Be Continued In Part - 3