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East India
Gangtok
Gangtok (1500 m) meaning "Hilltop" is the capital of Sikkim. Gangtok
still retains its charming architectural style with pagoda like wooden houses,
painted turquoise roofs and colourful bazaars. Among the places of interest are
stupa of Do Drul Chorten, Enchey monasteries, Rsukla - Kuang, The Royal Chapel,
Namgayal Institute of Tibetology for learning the language and Tradition of
Tibet and Mahayana Buddhism, orchid Sanctuary and Deer Park. more...
Konark
Built by King Langula Narasimha Deva in the 13th century A.D. In the
golden era of Orissan art, this crowning piece of Orissan architecture and
sculpture is sheer poetry in stone and a veritable feast for the eyes. Although
only the Mukhashala or the entrance hall alone has remained intact, this
magnificent ruin has on it sculptures of exquisite beauty covering every aspect
of life,which prove to be a magical attraction for connoisseurs and common
visitors alike. Konark is many splendoured gem of Orissan art. Its beauty is not
for description of words, it is to be seen, enjoyed and
savored. more...
Kalimpong
Sitting pretty on the erstwhile trade route between Indian and Tibet,
Kalimpong has a diverse and rich heritage coming from the various people that
inhabited it. It offers the visitor a glimpse into rich cultures of Bhutanese
and Nepalese, The Tibetans and the Lepchas. Among the places of interest are Dr.
Gracham's Homes, Thapa Choling Monastery, Buddhist Monastery and Lepcha
Museum. more...
Puri
Abode of Lord Jagannatha, literally lord of the world, one of the four
holiest of holy places of India, Pun is the place of colourful festivals round
the year, of which the most celebrated, the "Rath Yatra", annual festival of
chariots in the beginning of the monsoon has attracted pilgrims and tourists for
centuries. The city is also a home -of numerous artisans and craftsmen who
produce rare and exquisite handicrafts of large variety. more...
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