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Allahabad,Uttar Pradesh,india

In the heart of northern India, watered by the two sacred rivers of Ganga and Yamuna lies, the pilgrimage city of Allahabad. The two rivers along with the mythical river Saraswati meet in this holy city of Allahabad, creating the sangam (confluence), also... Read >
Author: MandakiniHotels

Most Popular Hill Station in india,Darjeeling

Darjeeling is a picture perfect hill station sitting atop a ridge at 2134m is replete with Buddhist monasteries, trekking trails and awesome mountain views. People flock to this lovely hill station to escape the heat and humidity of the plains and beat th... Read >
Author: MandakiniHotels

Incredible Travel Packages

Rajasthan India Travel Majestic palaces in Rajasthan, amazing and impressing deserts in Rajasthan, forested hills and serene lakes , full of life towns and calm villages, incredible flora and fauna and the lively, welcoming and vivacious people of Raja... Read >
Author: tonisteave

A unique attraction in london- Kohinoor Diamond

Kohinoor Diamond is housed in the Tower of London and is taken out only on rare occasions for public viewing. Many intriguing legends are associated with the origin of this precious gem. When it comes to attractions, London simply leaves you spoilt for... Read >
Author: Saumya

The History and Importance about Stock Markets

When it is about stock markets, this field is important for every nation’s economy health. To understand it a bit further, you should know a bit of its historical background. During the 12th century, there were already some groups of people who manage and... Read >
Author: Chris Cornell

The Kashmiri Shawl

The shawls made in Kashmir occupy a pre-eminent place among textile products; and it is to them and to their imitations from Western looms that specific importance attaches. The basis of these excellent shawls is found in the very fine, soft, short, floss... Read >
Author: toby logue

Outsourcing-Cheap Software Development Process

Software development plays an important role in IT-based companies. It is essential for the development and implementation of complex business problems. It helps to create web communication and project management tools that help the industry to create sol... Read >
Author: Colnovation

History of Darjeeling Tea

The history of Darjeeling Tea is intertwined with the history of Darjeeling built over 150 years from the time of the British Raj. Knowing a brief account of the creation of such precious treasure facilitates greater understanding and appreciation. The Br... Read >
Author: DarjeelingTeaXpress

Sun's Transit of Alpha Orionis

Thiruvathira Njattuvela, the most famous of all Njattuvelas, begins today. Amongst all solar transits, Thiruvathira is most favoured, as it gives equal proportion of rains and sunny days. The ancients used to preserve the water during this solar transi... Read >
Author: Govind Kumar

Dutch Reformed Church in Galle, a historical wonder

The picturesque Sri Lankan town of Galle was renowned even in years past as an important port of call for seafaring traders who visited the island from as far away as Egypt. Over the centuries the town and its environs have been controlled by diverse seaf... Read >
Author: Pushpitha Wijesinghe

Monsoon and meteorology in India

History of monsoon The initiation of the Southwest monsoon as the prime weather system is often connected to the uplift of the Tibetan Plateau and the Himalayas after the collision of the Indian sub-continent and Eurasia around 50 million years ago. Ge... Read >
Author: Mumbairain

Do you know the difference between a "broker" and a "wine dealer"?

Today, the word broker is widespread and common. Yet, its etymological meaning is less famous. The word ‘broker‘ comes from the old French ‘brocheor’, from ‘brochier’ i.e. ‘to broach, tap, pierce (a keg),’ from broche - a pointed tool -, giving the origi... Read >
Author: andrea becca

Museum Bahari, a Fascinating Maritime Attraction

In Jakarta's Northern region lies the important Museum Bahari, or Maritime Museum Indonesia. This institution is housed in the former warehouses of the Dutch East India Company. The museum aims to provide an understanding of the seagoing tradition of Indo... Read >
Author: Pushpitha Wijesinghe

How London Stock Trading Got Its Start

Copyright (c) 2010 John Howell Did you know that London stock trading traces its roots back to the very beginning of stock trading itself? While today's London stock trading takes place at the London Stock Exchange and hosts a variety of British and in... Read >
Author: john

Sultan Mosque, A Building With A Rich Heritage

The history of the Sultan Mosque, one of Singapore's most magnificent buildings stretches back to the early 1800s. As the East India Company wished to gain control of Singapore, it compensated the rulers of the city in currency, including the prominent pr... Read >
Author: Pushpitha Wijesinghe

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