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Namaskar, welcome to Incredible India, where culture echoes,
tradition speaks, beauty enthralls and diversity delights. Bounded by the majestic Himalayan ranges in the north and edged by an
endless stretch of golden beaches, India is a vivid kaleidoscope of
landscapes, magnificent historical sites and royal cities, misty mountain
retreats, colorful people, rich cultures and festivities.
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SunStar Grand Hotel New Delhi A deluxe luxury property in Delhi, SunStar Grand Hotel
offers you a comprehensive and impressive range of facilities that are aimed
at making your stay very comfortable.
Centrally located, the hotel is 3 kilometres from Connaught Place and New
Delhi Railway Station. Ideally located for the travelling and business
community, both Indian and foreign, the hotel is a landmark in the sprawling
capital city.
The property offers 24 guestrooms with different layouts for your pleasure.
All rooms are tastefully designed and luxuriously furnished for your comfort
and convenience.
Enjoy delicious food at Sun Court, serving you with Continental, Indian and
Chinese cuisine. The chefs are ready with sumptuous, mouth-watering
delicacies that tempt the most discerning gourmet.
A meeting hall and many other services and facilities are provided for
business purposes. During leisure, guests can simply relax in the steam and
sauna room or bask on the rooftop.
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The timeless mystery and beauty of India has been waiting for you for
5000 years, always warm and inviting, a place of infinite variety - one that
favors you with different facets of its fascination every time you visit
India.
India will sideswipe you with its size, glamour and diversity - but if you
enjoy delving into convoluted cosmologies and thrive on sensual overload,
then it is one of the most intricate and rewarding dramas unfolding on
earth, and you'll quickly develop an abiding passion for it.
Nothing in the country is ever quite
predictable; the only thing to expect is the unexpected, which comes in many
forms and will always want to sit next to you. India is a litmus test for
many travelers - some are only too happy to leave, while others stay for a
lifetime.
The country's glorious diversity means there's
an astonishing array of sacred sites, from immaculately kept Jain temples to
weathered Buddhist stupas; there's history around every corner, with
countless monuments, battle-scarred forts, abandoned cities and ancient
ruins all having tales to tell; and there are beaches to satiate the most
avid sun worshipper. On a personal level, however, India is going to be
exactly what you make of it.
Full
day excursion to Agra with Taj Mahal by private vehicle
Join this full day tour to the city of Agra. With monkeys swinging from
the rooftops and street carts selling traditional Indian sweets. Agra is
mostly renowned for the famous Taj Mahal. You will spend time in awe
viewing this magnificent structure with its delicately carved marble and
intricate designs. You will also visit the Tomb of Itmad. More Sightseeing Tours in India
Delhi Airport Arrival Transfer Book your Delhi Arrival Transfer
before you land! You can rely on the efficient service to help you get
from Delhi's bustling airport to the comfort of your hotel without any
hassle or delays.
India is warm throughout the year. Light summer wear is advisable at all
times..
India Adventure Tours - The essence of India with its age-long history,
timeless landscapes and unique atmosphere is one we try to re-create for our
Kumuka travelers. No point in rushing around here. India is home to one of
the world’s oldest civilizations and life continues at its own pace. Stroll
through bazaars, discover magical and majestic temples and palaces, learn
about India’s colonial past and see its influences particularly the colonial
architecture. Visit the Taj Mahal, the Holy River Ganges, the Taragarh Fort
or take a rickshaw just for the fun of it. more ...
The cuisine of India is a diverse and extraordinary one, reflecting a
complex layering of cultures through history and based on religious beliefs,
geography, climate and availability of ingredients.
India's range of cuisine can amaze even a connoisseur. Different regions
in India offer their own specialties with their very own taste, subtlety and
aroma. The exotic tastes, hues and textures of Indian food have ensured a
steady growth in popularity in the West. The combination of fresh
ingredients and quick cooking techniques are both a gastronomic delight and
fulfill today’s requirements for healthy eating.
Tourist and Travel Attractions
- India is a land of spectacular contrast, from the snow-clad mountains
of the north to the steaming jungles and palm-fringed beaches of the
tropical south, such as Goa, the most famous tourist place on the West
Coast. Through the India’s subcontinent it is possible to meet the
impressive archeological patrimony inherited by ancient civilizations that
share testimonials of their art, costumes and development. It is true that
the world India immediately brings to mind images such as the
Taj Mahal,
the Palace of the Four Winds at Jaipur, old Delhi, Budha and Ganesh
artifacts, elephants, women in beautiful saris, spicy food sold in the
street. Or nowadays, Darjeeling in northeastern India where the best tea in
the world comes from, Bangalore - India’s silicon valley and Mumbai, lately
called Bollywood because of movie industry - glamorous, glitzy, incredibly
rich and hideously poor, a merchant city, where you can buy the best quality
silk, cashmere, gold, diamond bangles and emeralds. more here ...
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Travel to Delhi - a canvas that reflects the complexities, contradictions,
beauty and dynamism of a city where the past co-exist with the present. Many
dynasties ruled from here and the city is rich in the architecture of its
monuments. Diverse cultural elements absorbed into the daily life of city
have enriched its character. Exploring the city can be a fascinating and
rewarding experience…
Travel to Goa - Goa, India’s smallest state,
is trying to widen its appeal and escape the “sun and sand destination”
stereotype. Its newly launched advertising campaign reminds potential
visitors that it offers a lot more than just beaches: a varied legacy of
churches, chapels and temples (including the Church of St Francis of
Assisi); wildlife sanctuaries; feasts; festivals and tasty cuisine.
Facts for the Traveler
Full country name: Republic of India Area: 3.28 million sq km Population: 1 billion Capital City: New Delhi People: 72% Indo-Aryan, 25% Dravidian, 3% other Language: Hindi, Urdu, Tamil, Bengali, Kashmiri, English, Telugu,
Marathi, Gujarati, Malayalam Religion: 80% Hindu, 14% Muslim, 2.4% Christian, 2% Sikh, 0.7%
Buddhist, 0.5% Jains, 0.4% other
Visas: Six month multiple-entry visas are now issued to most
nationals regardless of whether you intend staying that long or re-entering
the country. Only six-month tourist visas are extendable. Most Indian
embassies and consulates won't issue a visa to enter India unless you hold
an onward ticket. Be careful to check whether your visa is valid from the
date of entry or the date of issue.
Time Zone: GMT/UTC +5.5 (Indian
Standard Time) Dialling Code: 91 Electricity: 240V ,50Hz Weights & measures: Metric
When to Go
India has such a wide range of climatic factors that it's impossible to
pin down the best time to visit weather-wise. Broadly speaking October to
March tend to be the most pleasant months over much of the country. In the
far south, the monsoonal weather pattern tends to make January to September
more pleasant, while Sikkim and the areas of northeastern India tend to be
more palatable between March and August, and Kashmir and the mountainous
regions of Himachal Pradesh are at their most accessible between May and
September. The deserts of Rajasthan and the northwestern Indian Himalayan
region are at their best during the monsoon.
The trekking season in the Indian Himalaya runs roughly from April to
November, though this varies widely depending on the trek, altitude and
region. The ski season is between January and March.
It's worth checking the dates of particular festivals - you may be
attracted by them, or conversely may want to avoid the chaos and jacked-up
prices that attend them.
Events
India is blessed with a huge number of festivals, some so spectacular
that you would be a fool to miss them if you were remotely within spitting
distance. They start with the secular Republic Day Festival in Delhi
each January, which includes elephants, a procession, and plenty of military
might and Indian princely splendor. Holi in February is one of the
most exuberant Hindu festivals in the north of India. It marks the end of
winter and basically involves throwing colored water and red powder over as
many people as you can in one day.
The 10-day Shi'ite Muharram
festival commemorates the martyrdom of Mohammed's grandson. It's marked by a
grand parade and dedicated penitents scourge themselves with whips in
religious fervor. It's best seen in Lucknow, the principal Indian Shi'ite
city; its timing varies with the Islamic calendar. The massive Kumbh Mela
festival commemorates an ancient battle between gods and demons for a
pitcher (kumbh). During the fight for possession, four drops of
nectar fell from the pitcher and landed in Allahabad, Haridwar, Nasik and
Ujjain. The mela is held every three years rotating through these four
cities.
Don't mistake the great car festival Rath Yatra for a rally race.
This spectacle in Puri in June/July involves the gigantic temple car of Lord
Jagannath making its annual journey, pulled by thousands of eager devotees.
One of the big events of the year in Kerala is the Nehru Cup Snake Boat
Races on the backwaters at Alappuzha (Alleppey), which take place on the
second Saturday of August.
The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi in August/September is dedicated
to the popular elephant-headed god Ganesh. It's celebrated widely, but with
particular enthusiasm in Maharashtra. Shrines are erected, firecrackers let
off, clay idols are immersed in rivers or the sea, and everyone tries to
avoid looking at the moon.
September/October is the time to head for the hills to see the delightful
Festival of the Gods in Kullu. This is part of the Dussehra
Festival, which is at its most spectacular in Mysore and Ahmedabad.
November is the time for the huge and colorful Camel Festival at
Pushkar in Rajasthan. Diwali (or Deepavali) is the happiest festival
of the Hindu calendar and is celebrated over five days in November. Sweets,
oil lamps and firecrackers all play a major part in this celebration in
honor of a number of gods.
Public Holidays
15 Aug - Independence Day
2 Oct - Gandhi Jayanti
26 Jan - Republic Day
Full
day excursion to Agra with Taj Mahal by private vehicle
