in India
The
state of Gujarat, rightly called the jewel in the west and
known for its maritime past, the gateway for the Dutch and
the Portuguese who entered India. Known for its colourful
peoplewhose handicrafts are renowned all over India for their colourful embroideries and hand woven work, Gujarat has something for everyone. Visit Gujarat for a quite wildlife getaway in Gir Forests, home to the Asiatic Lion, the great Indian bustard, the wild ass, the black buck, rosy pink flamingoes and some rare marine life. Or a busy hustle-bustle of industrial and textile city of Ahmedabad. A fabulously enriching sightseeing experience at some of the most importanttemples in India, the 863 Cain Temple cluster in Palitana or a Hindu Temple of Somnath by the sea shore, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Observe artistic trends revealing the soul of the people and their lifestyles, converse with curious village folk, buy beautiful handicrafts andornaments, even join in occassional dance at village fairs and festivals. The colourful kaleidoscope of Gujarat bedazzles, like a rainbow, for the sheer pleasure of its experience. Gujarat's cultural mosaic is unmatched in its richness and diversity. As they say in Gujarat, "Padharo" or "Welcome!"
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and the gateway to this beguiling sub-continent. The Gateway
of India, an impressive arch overlooking the harbour welcomes
you to the city. Within walking distance is the Prince of
Wales Museum with its fascinating Indo-Saracenic exterior
and equally fascinating interior of rare Mogul paintings,
exquisite jades and exciting natural history specimens. Near
the museum is the Rajabai Tower and a short walk away is the
Flora Fountain, the hub of Mumbai's bustling, jostling existence.
In the midst of all this are serene places of worship - Babulnath
Temple perched on the slope of Malabar Hill, the temple to
Mumba Devi, the Mount Mary's Church in Bandra, the Haji Ali
Mosque surrounded by the sea and the peaceful Buddha Mandir.
Across the harbour you will see the world famous Elephanta
Caves - 1200 years old and dedicated to Lord Shiva. The famous
sculpture signifying the Trinity of the Creator, the Preserver
and the Destroyer is situated here. Mumbai is also well known
as the film city as it is the biggest film-producing city
in the world. Full day sightseeing of the City of Gold. Overnight
at hotel.
