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Victoria Memorial is located in Kolkata, West Bengal and is a memorial to Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom who was also the “Empress of India” for 25 years from 1876 A.D to 1901 A.D. After then end of the British rule in India, the monument was made a museum and a tourist attraction. The Memorial is situated on 64 acres of land with the building covering 338 ft by 228 ft. The Victoria Memorial is made of white marble and it is a blend of British and Mughal architecture. The Memorial was built with Makrana marbles from Rajasthan and it was built in the period 1906 A.D. to 1921 A.D. Lord Curzon, who was the Viceroy of India at that time placed the question of setting up a “stately memorial” for Queen Victoria on her death in 1901 A.D. The princes and the people of India responded generously to his appeal for funds and Lord Curzon derived the total cost of construction of this monument amounting to one crore and five lakhs of rupees from their voluntary subscriptions. The Prince of Wales, King George V, laid the foundation stone on January 4, 1906 and it was formally opened to the public in 1921. The memorial was designed by Sir William Emerson, President of the British Institute of Architects in an architectural style similar to Belfast City Hall. Earlier asked to design the building in the Italian Renaissance style, Emerson was against the exclusive use of European styles and used Indo-Saracenic style, incorporating Mughal elements in the structure. Vincent Esch was the superintending architect while Lord Redesdale and Sir David Prain designed the gardens. The work of construction was entrusted to Messrs Martin & Co. of Calcutta. A black bronze Angel of Victory, holding a bugle in her hand was placed at the apex of the dome above the Memorial. It is fixed to its pedestal with ball bearings and acts as a weathercock when the wind is strong enough. This Victoria Memorial presently houses a museum of British India memorabilia like a large collection of oil paintings and water colours by famous European artists like Charles D’oyly, Johann Zoffany, William Hadges, William Simpson, Tilly Kettle, Thomas Hickey, Bultzar Solvyns, Thomas Hickey, Emily Eden and others. Besides these, the Memorial also houses the largest collection in the world of the paintings by the Daniells. The Royal Gallery is a storehouse of oil paintings of Queen Victoria receiving the sacrament at her coronation in the Westminster Abbey in June 1838; her marriage with Prince Albert (1840), the christening of the Prince of Wales, the marriage of the Prince of Wales (Edward VII) with Princess Alexandra and others. The Memorial’s grandeur at a height of 200 feet (184 ft up to the base of the figure of Victory, which is again 16 ft high) is accentuated by the serenity that engulfs you in its corridors. The groups of figures above the north porch represent Motherhood, Prudence and Learning. Surrounding the main dome are figures of Art, Architecture, Justice, Charity etc. The vastness and splendour of Victoria Memorial can be comprehended from the fact that it has been divided into different divisions like the garden, library and others for maintenance and also houses a host of valuable articles like the dagger of Tipu Sultan, a cannon used in the battle of Plassey, rare books that date back to 1870, valuable manuscripts like the Ain-i-Akbari by Abul Fazal, rare postage stamps and Western paintings to entice the visitors to this awesome monument.
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As a travel writer, I admire every bit of nature. While going through the all India travel guide in search of beauty, adventure, spirituality and relaxation I came across Sikkim. Our Hindu religious texts have called Sikkim as ‘Indrakil’, which literally means ‘the garden of Lord Indra’. I arrived at Bagdora airport in north Bengal, 124 km from Sikkim. I covered the rest of the distance by a taxi. Most of the people use Nepali, Lepcha Bhutia, Limbu and English as their official languages here. Still I came across some Hindi loving people.
I admire crystal clear waterways, chirping birds, pleasing greenery with dew drops and Buddhist chantings throughout the journey. People consider it as their heaven. I was booked in Orange Village Resort in Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim. My room offered superb views of the magnificent mountains, lush green vegetation and beautiful rivers. As an explorer of food, I attacked rice and meat during my lunch. The waiter offered me a local drink Chang, which was of made from fermented millet. It was served in a bamboo container with a bamboo pipe. I spend the evening at leisure.
As my exploration started the very next day, I came across the market area. Shops were loaded with a wide variety of wood crafts, woollen carpets and blankets, jewellery, and famous paintings called ‘Thangkas’. My sightseeing started with ‘Rumtek Dharma Chakra Centre’, which houses some of the world’s rarest religious scriptures, manuscripts and articles. Belonging to the Kagyud order, it has over 300 centres in the entire globe. Similarly, the Labrang and Pemayangste Monasteries are a few other popular ancient Buddhist centres.
Considering myself as a daredevil, I also enjoyed the famous Gangtok Ropeway. I spent a few minutes at the Ban Jhakri Falls and the Energy Park attached to it. After capturing various ethnic sculptures and figurines of the Jhakri culture in my camera, I enjoyed my lunch at a roadside restaurant.
Next I headed for Pelling to visit waterfalls, trek routes and tranquil aura around. The best part with the place was the splendid snow-clad Kanchenjunga peak. After a half day excursion to Pelling, I left for Yuksam the first capital of Sikkim. It boasts of being the gateway to Shangri-La or Ney- Pemathang. I hired a guide there and enjoyed trekking to Tshoka-Dzongri-Goecha. I also paid a short visit to the 300 year old Dubdi monastery that houses of some of the ancient Buddhist manuscripts. I enjoyed the traditional Lu Khangthamo dance there. Up to this destination, I had started loving this north east paradise. I got back to my hotel to take a tight sleep. A lot was left behind to explore in Sikkim.
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After getting spell bound by the enchanting beauty of Taj Mahal, we set out to
explore the Agra Fort. Being a World Heritage Site the fort was a must-visit destination on our itinerary. Popularly known as the Red Fort of Agra, this fort is undoubtedly a great attraction here. The very first sight of the fort left me with the words, how majestic, how huge. Situated on the banks of river Yamuna, the fort offers an opportunity to peep into the glorious past. There are two entrance gates to the fort- the Delhi gate and the Amar Singh Gate. We entered from the Delhi gate.
We had hired a guide so that we don’t miss out on the history of the fort. His name was Ramesh and he seemed to be quite knowledgeable. As we were exploring the fort Ramesh told us that the great Mughal rulers such as Babar, Humayun, Akbar, Jehangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb once lived in this fort and ruled the country from here. The foundation of the fort was laid by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1556 and the construction continued till the reign of his grand son Shah Jahan. The fort is also the place where Shah Jahan was imprisoned by his own son Aurangzeb.
The fort complex encompasses several mosques and palaces, most of which are made of white marble and red sandstone. Some of the apartments which I liked the most are:
Jehangiri Mahal:
This stunning palace was built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar for his beloved son Jahangir. It reflects a perfect blend of Central Asian and Hindu architecture.
Khas Mahal:
Carved in white marble, this palace was built by Shah Jahan in 1637. The beautiful paintings on white marble is one of the striking features of this palace. Overlooking Angoori Bagh, this palace was especially built for Shah Jahan.
Musamman Burj:
This apartment was built for the beautiful Mumtaz Mahal. It offers picturesque views of the majestic Taj Mahal.
Ramesh told us that it is in Musamman Burj where Shah Jahan spent the last days of his life gazing at the Taj Mahal.
Well, don’t give a miss to the fascinating Sheesh Mahal, the dressing room of the royal ladies. Its walls are beautifully adorned with tiny mirrors.
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Personally, I affectionately consider Jaipur as a royal affair. It conjures visions of things which are classy, royal and beautiful. And its royalty is epitomized by its majestic structures which were once the abode of raja-maharajas of the bygone era.
Again I was in Rajasthan waiting for another ‘time-stopping’ experience. And my royal journey started with an elephant ride to the majestic Amber Fort. Elated, I was attentively listening to the guide about this classic structure which is majestically fashioned out of white marble and red-sandstone. Overlooking the beautiful Maotha Lake, the fort is ideally perched on a hill and it seems as if the exteriors of this structure are budding out of the hill itself. Raja Mansingh started the construction of the fort in 1592 and later more and more structures were added to it by the subsequent rulers.
The fort clearly reflects the lavish, capricious, classy and adventurous lifestyle of the then raja-maharajas. I was completely bowled over by the incredible architectural brilliance of this stunning structure. The interiors of the fort are adorned with paintings, mirror and semi-precious stone work. The must-see apartment is the stunning Sheesh Mahal. Its walls and ceilings are decorated with colorful mirror work. The arresting carvings are equally enchanting.
The other structure I visited inside the fort were Kali Temple famous for its silver doors and silver lions; Diwan-I-aam, the Hall of Public audience with double row of columns; Ganesh Pol which is beautifully painted with vegetable colors; Zenana (women’s apartment) which was made to facilitate the royal ladies to watch the proceedings of the royal court without themselves been seen. It is decorated with mesmerizing paintings of Krishna Leela scenes; the Hall of Victory, Jai Mandir boasting of mirror studded ceiling. There is so much to see and enjoy in the fort.
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After exploring a number of beautiful places in India, I have started
considering every bit of rejuvenating nature as the source of my inspiration. I watch and admire crystal clear waterways, chirping of birds, pleasing greenery with dew drops and the divine morning prayers. As I made a wish to seek God in nature, luckily I got an opportunity to visit Gangtok on an official tour. This city of beauty, adventure, spirituality and relaxation has always been a favourite of all the travellers.
As I arrived Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, I was welcomed by snow capped Himalayas, dense greens, aromatic air filled with Buddhist chantings and the true sense of relaxation. Kush, my guide, told me that this bewitching hill-station located amidst the multiple-hued mountains of Sikkim, is perched at an altitude of 1,870 m. Being an impeccable tourist destination, it has ample of places to see and appreciate.
I started my exploration with the monasteries. I could see Buddhist Lamas, wearing red chogas, and brightly painted pagoda roofed houses in every street of the city. My first halt was the famous Labrang Monastery, which belongs to the Nyingmapa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. The best part with the monastery is that it showcases a wide range of ancient Buddhist artifacts and manuscripts. The Thanka paintings
were simply spell-binding. Similarly the Enchey, Rumtek and Phodong monasteries are the excellent examples of Buddhist architecture.
Next I visited the picturesque Kangchendzonga National Park that lies over the green forest floor and covers a few treetops. The snow line on the higher altitude offers splendid views. It is a wonderful place to explore the superb flora and fauna of the place. Besides, the Deer Park (adjacent to the new secretariat; also called the Rustomji Park) is also a nice place to spend some quality time with family or friends.
In the evening, I headed towards the crystal clear Kechopari Lake. The entire region is surrounded by dense forests and green hills. A few species of colorful birds add some more beauty to the place. Kush insisted me to pay a short visit to Lachung as well, which is the last habitation on the road to Yumthang monastery. But we were running short of time and I asked him to take me to the market.
Kush told me that the main markets for shopping in Gangtok are Old market, New Market and Lal market. These market areas are loaded with good quality carved furniture, Lepcha weave bags, wooden clothes, bamboo artifacts etc. My last halt in Gangtok was the handicraft and handloom directorate office in New market, where I found a huge variety in carpets, masks, bright Choktse tables and Thanka hangings.
I found the natural splendor of this beautiful city quite enchanting and mesmerizing. Steep mountain slopes along with lush rice terraces, encircled by graceful, babbling & foaming rivers add to the beauty of Gangtok.
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Staying as a bachelor & working in a firm that provides offs on every Saturday & Sunday certainly has amazing benefits. The best among those is you can plan a short weekend trip with your friends, without having any prior notice! I enjoyed such a trip last week with two of my friends. On Friday morning, we made a plan to visit Shimla and surprisingly, we left for it the same evening! Shimla is about 370 km from Delhi and after a relaxing overnight journey we reached there Saturday morning comfortably.
A guide there told us that this beautiful hill station derives its name from Goddess Shyamla, who is supposed to be an incarnation of Goddess Kali. Like most of the hill stations in India, Shimla was also discovered by the British and it used to serve as their summer resort. I was completely amazed to see that the city still retains its age old colonial glory in its buildings.
Our exploration started with the Jakhu Hill that is located at 2 km from the town. Serving as the highest peak of Shimla, Jakhu Hill offers panoramic views of the town and the nearby mountains. The holy temple of Lord Hanuman is established on the same hill. Summer Hill is again a picturesque suburb of Shimla, located at a distance of 5 km from the heart of the city. It houses the esteemed Himachal Pradesh University.
We stopped for a quick bite at the Coffee House in Shimla, which is now run under a cooperative society. With simple decors and a few framed pictures, the Coffee House serves original flavours of coffee picked from the plantations. Our next halt was the State Museum at Shimla, which showcases various miniature paintings, costumes, textiles and jewellery of the region.
Lastly, we paid short visits to the Kamna Devi Temple, Tara Devi Temple, Kali Bari Temple, Christ Church etc. that are some of the highly revered pilgrimage centres in Shimla. I was not aware of the fact that this superb hill station could offer such beautiful theme based tours until I visited the same.
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The Haryana Tourism Ministry organises a two week International Handicraft Fair at Suraj Kund, Haryana, annually. This year, the fair was held from Feb 1 to15, and a variety of work by various artists was displayed.
Wooden handicraft items, wooden paintings, wood decoratives, walnut carvings, wooden interiors, bookshelves, frames, panels, racks, sofas, bamboo garden furniture and jewellery, cane furniture and lots of other wooden items were available at the fair. The price of these products was as low as Rs 50 for a decorative to as much as Rs 4 lakh for a painting of Lord Krishna engraved on rosewood.
These items were put there for display as well as for sale. Anyone can buy or order the art work, which they like at the Mela.
Many artisans came from different parts of the country, ranging from far down south from the states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, to the far eastern states of Tripura and Assam, not to forget the northern states. Every state is known for its distinctive wooden handicrafts. One could see the famous wood paintings from Mysore, Karnataka. Jagat Pal, an artist, said that they came here every year to showcase their art to the public. He added that it was a very good initiative by the Haryana government to encourage Indian handicrafts and artists.
Raheem from Saharanpur shared his views and said that most of the emporiums in cities purchase their products and sell those in the different metro cities and also export them abroad through sea route.
An artist from Guwahati said that bamboo furniture is in great demand and that they (the artists) come there since the past 20 years to showcase their art.
The Mela also gives a feel of rural India through different cultural and musical programmes at Natyashala in the centre of the craft fair. Different cultural and regional groups perform their cultural programmes, which is also one of the attractions of this Mela. One must not miss the food court, which is situated at a height in the centre of the ground. One can get different cuisines such as Rajasthani, Uttar Pradesh and South Indian cuisines, as well as Chinese dishes. A typical rural styled Dominos is also available for pizza lovers.
The Haryana government initiated the craft fair in 1981. Suraj Kund, which means pool of the sun, also has historical significance. Surajpal was the king here and he made a lake in this place. Thats why this place is known as Suraj Kund. Suraj Kund is a place worth visiting for art lovers.
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LucknowVaranasi may soon become the countrys first World Heritage City. Experts from Spain, who are credited with turning the ugly industrial city, Bilbao, into Spains most sought after tourist destination, are being roped in to help the temple town get its long-due place in the coveted list.On Monday, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Indian National Trust for Art, Culture and Heritage (INTACH), an autonomous body that works towards preservation of national heritage and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation (MFAC) of Spain was signed in New Delhi.
Both the agencies will jointly work to conserve historical sites such as the Sarnath Museum, Ashoka Lion Capital, ghats like Assi Ghat, Dasaswamedh Ghat, Harish Chandra Ghat, Manijarnika Ghat, Tulsi Ghat and Chunar Fort and Jaunpur, said S K Mishra, Chairman of INTACH.
Besides conservation of these sites, world class infrastructure will also be developed along these places. The project will be funded by the Centre, the state government, the Spanish government and several global cultural agencies, said Mishra.
Setting a two-year deadline for the project, Mishra said the work will start as soon as possible.
A team will soon visit temples, museums and the famous textile industries of Varanasi to prepare a plan to develop infrastructure at par with international standards, Mishra said after signing the MoU with Ambassador of Spain Ion De la Riva Guzman de Frutos.
Riva, who had lived in Varanasi for a few years, said a team of experts from Spain will attend a conference on urban development in Jodhpur next week.
The experts, along with a team from INTACH, will visit Varanasi and identify the areas for conservation and preservation once the modalities of the project are finalised by next week, said Mishra. Restoration work including landscaping, cleaning and renovation of ghats will be taken up in a phased manner, he added.
Navneet Raman, Varanasi convener of INTACH, described the project as best thing that has happened to the city in recent times.
He added that INTACH was already working on the urban heritage development plan to be executed in coordination with the Varanasi Development Authority (VDA).
The MoU also mentions Kolkatas Shanti Niketan. Here too, we will use Spains expertise to restore the paintings and artifacts, said Mishra.
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