TAJMAHAL WORLD WONDER IN INDIA

Tajmahal is the one of the world wonders in the world.Yamuna, is most alluring in the relative quietness of early morning, shrouded mists as the colour changes from soft yellow to pearly cream and then the most dazzling white. The Taj Mahal is generally considered as the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines elements of Persian, Indian and Islamic craftsmenship. Built by emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal has become a epitome of love because of the romance of its inspiration. This enduring icon of India, which even today captures the imagination of billions across the world, is indeed a  fascination to experience on your next visit to India.


The Tajmahal is situated at Agra.The legend story behind the tajmahal is the Shajahan loved his wife very much after her death he planned to bulid Tajmahal for her memories.Taj Mahal means 'Crown Palace' and is in fact the most well preserved and architecturally beautiful tomb in the world. Walk amidst the lush green manicured gardens and see the marble magic standing stately as a symbol of eternal love; affording an ambrosial green and white matrix of colours.


 The tomb is set against the shimmering sands of river Yamuna and it is believed that it is this background that works for its magic of colours that, through their reflection, change the view of the Taj.The colours change at different hours of the day and during different seasons; portraying different moods of a woman. The Taj is pinkish in the morning, milky white in the evening and golden when the moon shines before its marble head.

Beauty of tagmahal at night

Tajmahal from Straight

Great moment at Agra

INDIAN ZOO

India have large amount of precious and rare Animals,plants and birds etc.Some animals have been cared in places in India they are called as Zoo.The Central Zoo Authority of India (CZA) is a body of the government of India responsible for oversight of zoos.The CZA was formed to bring Indian zoos to international standards.The main objective of the authority is to complement the national effort in conservation of wild life.Standards and norms for housing, upkeep, health care and overall management of animals in zoos has been laid down under the Recognition of Zoo Rules, 1992.


Every zoo in the country is required to obtain recognition from the Authority for its operation. The Authority evaluates the zoos with reference to the parameters prescribed under the Rules and grants recognition accordingly. Zoos which have no potential to come up to the prescribed standards and norms may be refused recognition and asked to close down. Since its inception in 1992, the Authority has evaluated 347 zoos, out of which 164 have been recognized and 183 refused recognition. Out of 183 zoos refused recognition, 92 have been closed down and their animals relocated suitably. Cases of the remaining 91 derecognized zoos are currently under review. 

Indian zoos have large amount of animals like Lion,Tiger,Elephant and all type of Wildlife animals including Snakes.These have been properly cared and guided by the zoo members very well.The zoo authority will feed Food and other necessary needs to animals.Seperate medical team is there to lifeguard the animals which are living there.Every Day lakhs of peoples visiting there to see animals and there behaviours.These are some of the photos taken by me when i had visited the zoo i think you guys will enjoy this.

Bird In Indian zoo

Elephant Family

Rare monkey 

Nice look

ONAMAKOSHAM IN KERELA

Onam is the one of the famous and dedicated festival in kerela.Onam is coming once in a year and in behind many traditions are there.It falls during the first month of theMalayalam calendar which is Chingam (August–September) and marks the homecoming of the legendary KingMahabali. The festival lasts for ten days and is linked to many elements of Kerala's culture and tradition. Intricate flower carpets, elaborate banquet lunch, snake boat races, Puli Kali, and the kaikottikkali dance all play a part in the festival.


According to the legend, Kerala witnessed its golden era during the reign of King Mahabali. Everybody in the state was happy and prosperous and the king was highly regarded by his subjects. He was that much highly regarded among the subjects that even the Gods under Indra became jealous of Mahabali, they approached Mahavishnu claiming that Mahabali is now equivalent to an Indra. Since a world with two Indras represents imbalance, Mahavishnu assumed the form of a dwarf: the Vamana avatara and tricked him to Pathalam, the Underworld. However, as Mahabali is equal to an Indra, he is to wait until the next Yuga where he would be the Indra. In the meantime, with the grace of Mahavishnu, Mahabali visits his people on an annual basis. Mahavishnu serves Mahabali as a gatekeeper in the world of Pathalam as the Lord himself serves his greatest devotees.


It is this visit of Mahabali that is celebrated as Onam every year. People celebrate the festival in a grand way and impress upon their dear King that they are happy and wish him well.This was the traditional story behind the Onam.Onam is celebrated grantly in Kerela on the day of onam many playes have been arranged to encourage the kids,youth and senior citizens.Onam stands apart from the festival.It stands as the festival of unity and culture.


These Attapokkallam pictures was taken from the village called as vayakkalloor.One of the beautiful village thambrabharani river is flowing along the banks of Vayakkalloor.Here the youth guys i have meet are well dedicated and they are very much united in there unique life style.Here i have to show my regards to ANOOP.A.S,ABHILASH.S.U,SATHEESH THAMBI,KANNAN.P AND MANY MORE BEHIND THE SCREEN. Without them it would not be an reality thanks and regards to those guys who made the Onamakosham a great sucess

Attapookalam

Side View

Dedication of whole night

Final stage

Man behind all(Planner ANOOP.A.S)

HOGENAKKAL FALLS AND BOATING

Hogenakkal water falls lies in southern part of india.Its the one of the famous water falls in india.It is located in the Dharmapuri district of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, about 180 km from Bangalore and 46 km from Dharmapuri town.It is sometimes referred to as the "Niagara of India".With its fame for medicinal baths and hide boat rides, it is a major site of tourist attraction. Carbonatite rocks in this site are considered to be the oldest of its kind in South Asia and one of the oldest in the world.This is also the site of a proposed project to generate drinking water.


The Kaveri River is considered to form at Talakaveri in the Brahmagiri hills in Kodagu district in Karnataka and gathers momentum as the land drops in elevation. It becomes larger as various tributaries feed into it on the way down.At Hogenakkal, the Kaveri, now a large river, drops and creates numerous waterfalls as the water cuts through the rocky terrain.Boating facilities is also available here pleasent climate invites all the tourists to Hogenekkal.


Hogenakkal is located on the Karnataka – Tamil Nadu border. It lies at the distance of 114 km from Salem and 133 km from Bangalore. Hogenakkal waterfalls are the part of river Kaveri and is about 250 meters above the sea level. It is one of the beautiful places in the state. When the water hits the rocks a fine cool spray rises, that is the reason these rocks have been given the name 'Smoking Rock'. The best time to visit the Hogenakkal waterfall is between mid July to mid August when the water is at its peak. During this season water level rises from 20- 30 feet more. Hogenakkal falls are not the single waterfall but the series of waterfalls.

Hogennakkal boating

Hogannakkal WaterFalls

Water To Falls

Distance View

KODAIKANAL BEAUTY OF SOUTH

If any one of them visit India dont forget to visit Kodaikanal because its climate and the hill stations attract people very much.The unique flowering plant 'Kurunji'(Strobilanthus Kunthanus) that last bloomed in 2004, is nature's gift to Kodaikanal. Kodaikanal located amidst the folds of the verdant Pali hills is one of the most popular serene hill stations in India, which mesmerises any visitor and is frequented all through the year.


Kodai is situated at an altitude of about 2,133-m high and covers an area of 21.45-sq-km. The hill town is renowned for its educational institutions of international repute. The hill-plantain fruits and plums are known for their freshness and taste. Berijam lake, one among the beautiful lakes of South India, spreads over an area of 24 hectares.Kodaikanal is one of the most popular peaceful hill stations in Tamil Nadu. It is a striking hill resort on the Palani hills in the Dindigul district of TamilNadu. Located 120 Km/75 mile away from Madurai, Kodaikanal is a beautiful hill station at an altitude of about 2133 m on the southern tip of upper Palani hills in Tamil Nadu in the Western Ghats. With her wooded slopes, mighty rocks, enhancing waterfalls and a beautiful lake, Kodaikanal will mesmerize any visitor.

From kodaikanal

Boating in kodai

Great View from Kodai

KOCHIN HARBOUR

Cochin, one of the finest natural harbours in the world, and the only all weather harbour on the west coast, south of Bombay, affords a safe anchorage to ships,Willingdon Island is a man made one which was formed with materials dredged while deepening the Cochin Port and channel,  It is the seat of the harbour and cochin Port Trust.  The Southern Naval Command has its headquarters here.  The seaport,  naval airport and the railway terminus are all on this island.

Situated on the banks of the Vembanad lake, Ernakulam is accessible by all routes-backwater, sea, road, rail and air.Lies 10 kms  away ,from Ernakulam . The architectural style of the buildings and lay-out  of the town mark out Fort Cochin from other cities and towns of Kerala.  The buildings show the influence of European architecture.  The Chief attraction of Fort Cochin is the St. Francis Church built by the Portuguese  It is believed to be the first church built by Europeans in India. 

Here in harbour export and imports are occuring main imports are petrolum products and other goods too.Kochi entered a period of economic growth after 2000, leading to a spurt in the city's development. A growing centre of shipping industries, international trade, tourism and information technology, Kochi is one of the fastest growingsecond-tier metros in India.

Shipping from boat in kochi

Ship importing fuel

Ship refilling

ARALVAIMOZHI LARGEST WIND POWERPLANT

Aralvaimozhi is the one of the largest wind powerplant.Here large number of Wind turbines are there.These wind turbine have been owned by the private sector as well as government sectors.Aralvaimozhi is a panchayat town in Kanniyakumari District in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is a small village situated in southern India.


Aralvaimozhi is near the Muppandal wind farm. This farm is the largest in Asia and supplies the villagers with electricity for work.It is well-known for being the greatest source of wind energy in Asia. The farm is located near the once impoverished village of Muppandal.Wind mill is the major attractive side of Aralvaimozhi.The wind mills are erected and technically-supported by multinational majors in the field of renewable energy like Vestas, Suzlon, Micon, etc. The steady flow of wind for these wind-mills is made possible because the Muppandal Wind Farm is situated on a mountain gap (pass) in the Western Ghats, through which the wind gushes through, for a major part o the year.

Wind Turbine

Close view

Like wind turbine feild

Along with mountains

BEAUTY OF HILLS AND NATURE IN KANYAKUMARI

Along the road sides of Kanyakumari i had seen many beautiful places.And the mountains which are similar to great wall of china.The photos which are given down are just a part of Kanyakumari and this photo snaps are taken when Iam travelling along the National Highway47.Beauty of agriculture land are ready through the year to invite the tourists.The Kanyakumari district has contributed much in the field of Medicine.


The district is endowed by nature with several hills and mountains with rich herbs of medicinal value and minerals.  Maruthuvamalai, a hill in the district located near Kanyakumari, literally means medicinal hill, is referred to by Therapeutacs (Buddha Bikshus) who belonged to the period of Emperor Asoka, as having medical and spiritual heritage.  According to the tradition that the hill was a piece of the mountain Gandha Madhana dropped here while the mountain was carried by Hanuman to Lanka during the epic war between Rama and Ravana.  Rare medicinal herbs are available here in abundance.

mountains and agriculture land

 

Beauty of agriculture Land

Queen of Mountains

Distance view of Elephant mountain

MATHUR HANGING BRIDGE IN INDIA

The Mathur Hanging Trough is the tallest as well as the longest trough bridge in Asia, having a height of 115 feet and a length of one kilometre. Constructed in 1966, this bridge has become a place of tourist importance and hundreds of tourists visit this place daily . This is situated in Mathur, hamlet of Aruvikkarai revenue village in Thiruvattar Panchayat Union. 

We cam see all seneries from the top of the bridge.The bridge has been constructed at Mathur across the river Parazhiyar and the trough canal. (Pattanamkal canal) on the bridge carries water for irrigation from one side of a hill to the other side of a hill. The trough has a height of seven feet with a width of seven feet six inches. The canal is being shouldered by 28 huge pillars. By the unrelented efforts of late Thiru. K. Kamaraj, the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, this canal was constructed as a drought relief measure and for the development of agriculture in Vilavancode and Kalkulam Taluks. The District Administration has recently put up a staircase from top to the bottom of the bridge and also built a children's park and bathing platforms over here.

ON THE MATHUR BRIDGE

DISTANCE VIEW OF BRIDGE

GOING ON THE BRIDGE

KOVALAM IN GODS OWN COUNTRY

Kovalam there is no words to explain the charming beauty of nature.Ancient days Kovalam is an remarkable place.Today this tiny beach is the focus of a multi-million dollar business, drawing thousands of tourists for a week dose of ozone, UV and a refreshing Indian Experience. Kovalam was brought to the public eye by the Maharaja of Travancore. Over the past three decades, the place has been well developed, and now figures prominently on the world tourism map. Kovalam is just 16 kms away from Trivandrum.Today Kovalam beach is known as the "Paradise of the South".   


Kovalam now provides the perfect accomdation faclities for the tourists from abroad and from the India too..There are a lot of restaurants which provide western style food as well as Indian, which is delicious.Ayurvedic massage parlours, yoga centers and water sport facilities, makes Kovalam a popular haven for tourists from all over the globe.Leela Group of hotels providing excellent sea views rooms.The southern most beach, and the most popular, is light house beach. It offers an amazing sight of Vizhinjam mosque. The northern Samudra is a laidback one and time seems stands still here.


Swimming and Bathing in the Kovalam provides an refreshing and charming mind to its tourists.This cove is also the safest place for swimming.Here the climate provides make us to remember about the "GODS OWN COUNTRY" and feel proud.

OTHER BEAUTY MAKES IN KANYAKUMARI

There are so many other beauty makes in kanykumari.Kanyakumari is a part of tamilnadu now.Earlier its in part with kerela.Tamilnadu Government is providing many facilities to visit kanyakumari like Bus transport,Train facilities etc.The other important places are 


BAYWATCH:-
Baywatch is an water theme park.Things found here are crazy chairs, Flying Elephants, Hotel Tea cups, Cape train, Multiple Splash, Milky Way, crazy cruise, Aqua shuttle, Family pool, wave pool and sky train.Here you can enjoy alot.


MATHUR HANGING BRIDGE:-
This is the rare bridges in Asia not only that its the second largest bridge in asia.This Hanging through in Mathur is the tallest and the longest of the trough bridges in Asia. Its height is 115 feet and has a length up to a Kilometer. It was constructed in 1966.Mathur is a hamlet of Aruvikkarai revenue village of Thiruvattar Panchayat Union


MARUTHVA MALAI:-
This hill which is the abode of medicinal herbs is a part of the Western ghats. Mythology says that Hanuman was carrying the Sanjeevi mountain from Mahendragiri to Srilanka to heal the fatal wounds fo Lakshmana, the brother of the epic hero Rama. On the way, a piece of rock feels here and named as Maruthuva Malai. It stretches for a kilometer and the altitude is 800 feet. It is located 11 km away from Nagercoil.


PADMNAPURAM PALACE:-
This was the capital of Travancore till 1798 A.D. This was the ancient seat of the Travancore rulers. This palace is located 37 km away from Kanyakumari. The palace inside this fort covers 6 acres of land area. The antiquities, the armony of the royal families, the Ramaswamy temple near the palace, 45 panels of carvings from the Ramayana can be found inside.


THRIPPARAPPU WATERFALLS:-
Thripparappu water falls adds the charming beauty to Kanyakumari.This place is fascinating to watch. There is a shrine, wherein the green hills are located at the back drop of the shrine, and the Kodayur perennial river running in front of the shrine.


PACHIPPARA DAM:-
This provide water for full year throught Kanyakumari.This is situated 75 km away from Kanyakumari. This is a beautiful dam site for visitors. Boating facility is available in this dam.

KANYAKUMARI SEA QUEEN

 India, the sub-continental country is known for its richness in culture and tradition.Topography of India the Northern side is covered by the wide range of the huge snow clad Himalayas. The west is covered by the Arabian Sea. The East is covered by the Bay of Bengal. The southern side is very unique as both these seas mingle with the Indian Ocean. The Land that is located in the tip of the country, where the three seas get united is none other than cape comerin or Kanyakumari.


kanyakumari:
 The name kanyakumari is came from the virgin godness kanyakumari amman.The name kanyakumari has many traditonal stories in it.Goddess parvati under the disguise of Devi Kanniya did a penance in one of the rocks in this area to reach the hand of Lord Shiva. This place is also a popular pilgrimage.The nature of sand and the sea is unique in nature.The soil is also unique.The kanyakumari is covered by seas around it.Bay of  Bengal,Indian Ocean and Arabian sea.


The lakhs of tourists visits kanyakumari every year because of its beauty and full Sun rise and Sun Set view.No where in the world gets this view. Amidst the sea there are two rocks known as ‘twin rocks’ both contributing to the rich Indian heritage with the monuments of swamy Vivekananda and Saint Thiruvalluvar.Many more to explain remain but iam not ready to break the suspense you visit and feel the thrill.

Thiruvallvar rock on morning

Boating to thiruvvaluvar

Thiruvalluvar rock at night