Monday, August 25, 2025

                                                                SINHAGAD FORT


 SINHAGAD FORT IS A HISTORIC FORTRESS IN MAHARASHTRA'S SAHYADRI MOUNTAINS, KNOWN FOR ITS  STRATEGIC LOCATION ON A PATEAU AND ITS ROLE IN MARATHI HISTORY PARTICUALARLY THE BATTALE OF SINHAGAD IN 1670.

   VISITOR CAN EXPLORE ITS DISTINCT ARCHITECTURE, INCLUDING THE PUNE AND KALYAN DARWAZAS, A KALI TEMPLE AND THE TOMBS OF TANAJI MALUSARE AND RAJARAM CHHATRAPATI THE POPULAR DESTINATION FOR TREKING AND BOASTS PANORAMIC VIEWS.


     Location and Accessibility

  *Location : The fort is approximately 25 km from pune, maharashtra, situated on a hill in the Bhuleshwar range of the sahyadris.

*Height: it sits about 1,317 meters (4,321 fit) above see level.

*Trekking: The fort is accessible via trekking routes. 


                                                  VISITOR EXPERIENCE

               *ACTIVITIES: VISITORS OFTEN ENJOY TREKKING TO THE FORT AND SSAVORING LOCAL DELICACIES LIKE KAND BHAJI (ONION FRITTERS).

             *SCENERY: THE FORT OFFERS EXCELLENT  VIEWS, ESPECIALLY DURING THE MONSOON SEASON.


                                                           THANKS






Sunday, August 3, 2025

                                                                MAHABLESWAR

                                            

 Mahabaleshwar is a taluka town in the Giristhan Municipality of Satara district . It is situated on a high hill in the Western Ghats of the Sahyadri Mountains. It is one of the few places in India that is adorned with greenery. It was the summer capital of the Bombay Pargana during the British Raj, and its area is 137.51 km.

         It is best to visit Mahabaleshwar between the months of November to June, although the weather is pleasant throughout the year.           

                                           Location and weather:

This place is located in the SATARA district, in the Western Ghats and is famous for its pleasant weather throughout the year
Strawberries:
Mahabaleshwar is world famous for its strawberry and raspberry cultivation. You can buy fresh strawberries and jams, jellies, etc
                                                                                                                                                                                                          
  • Enjoying nature:
    Visiting view points to see panoramic views of nature.

DUBAI

                                                                         DUBAI


                                                                  BURJ KHALIFA


  

                 

Burj Khalifa

The world's tallest building and one of Dubai's top attraction

The Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world and a global icon. Truly a feat of engineering, the building represents the conceptual heart and soul of the city of Dubai.

At 828m tall, this magnificent structure is located next to Dubai Mall and has drawn visitors from all over the world since opening in 2010. The unmatched Burj Khalifa view can be taken in from not one but two observations decks – the two-storey At the Top on the 124th and 125th floors, as well as one of the world’s highest observation decks (555m) on the 148th floor.

For a truly special time, visitors can choose to dine in the restaurant and lounge At.mosphere on the 122nd floor, or experience new heights at The Lounge, Burj Khalifa, which is spread across floors 152, 153 and 154, making it the tallest lounge on the planet.

The towering structure is based on an abstraction of the Hymenocallis flower, and is essentially three sections arranged around a central core. Viewed from above, it is consistent with the onion-dome design frequently found across a variety of Islamic architecture.

Burj Khalifa ticket prices and booking information

At the Top, Burj Khalifa tickets start at AED179 for adults and AED145 for children between three and eight years, with entry timings between 9am and 10pm. You can also further explore engaging experiences, like a three-course set menu at The Burj Club with rooftop access from AED259 or fountain tours from AED20 – which also allow for mesmerising views of the Burj Khalifa at night. Head over to the official website for all the pricing details and book your visit. You can also purchase tickets to the observation decks onsite, or book directly with Visit Dubai – get Burj Khalifa tickets today. 

Nearby hotels, restaurants and attractions

Around the base of the mighty tower, you will find a vibrant hub of entertainment and dining, featuring Dubai Mall, the choreographed musical Dubai Fountain and a plethora of tourist attractions to keep you and the fellow swarms of admirers busy. Whether you choose to entertain your family at The Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo or the Olympic-sized Dubai Ice Rink, or head to one of the many restaurants in the mall or in any of the nearby hotels, you’ll find something to satisfy your palate. You can opt for chic French-Mediterranean cuisine at La Maison Ani or Asian hotspot Din Tai Fung within the mall, or make your way to Souk Al Bahar to try amazing spots like Italian concept Serafina or select from homegrown options at Time Out Market. Some of the many hotels dotted within the vicinity of Burj Khalifa – other than the Armani Hotel within the building of course – are the likes of the five-star Kempinski Central Avenue Dubai, Address Downtown Dubai, Palace Downtown, The Heritage Hotel, Autograph Collection, among others. There’s also the opportunity to catch a world-class show at the purpose-built entertainment venue that is the Dubai Opera just steps away.

How to get to Burj Khalifa

You can easily get to Burj Khalifa using the following public transportation options:

  • Dubai Metro: The metro’s Red Line has a dedicated Burj Khalifa station. Once you’re on the Red Line, get off at the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall stop, which is within walking distance of the tower.
  • Bus: Routes closest to Burj Khalifa include 27, 28, 29, 50 and 81, which stop at Dubai Mall. From a popular site like Global Village, the shortest journey to Burj Khalifa includes taking buses 104, C26 and 28 from start to finish.

Please visit rta.ae for detailed public transportation schedules.

Alternatively, If you're driving, it is best to park at Dubai Mall. Head to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd or the car parking entrances via Financial Center Rd. Nearby landmarks include Dubai Opera and the Kempinski Central Avenue hotel. Get a preview of your entire trip on Google Maps.




Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Travel



The origin of the word "travel" is most likely lost to history. The term "travel" may originate from the Old French word travail, which means 'work'. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the first known use of the word travel was in the 14th century. It also states that the word comes from Middle English travailing, traveler (which means to torment, labor, strive, journey) and earlier from Old French traveler (which means to work strenuously, toil).


In English, people still occasionally use the words travail, which means struggle. According to Simon Winchester in his book The Best Travelers' Tales (2004), the words travel and travail both share an even more ancient root: a Roman instrument of torture called the triplum (in Latin it means "three stakes", as in to impale).This link may reflect the extreme difficulty of travel in ancient times. Travel in modern times may or may not be much easier, depending upon the destination. Travel to Mount Everest, the Amazon rainforest, extreme tourism, and adventure travel are more difficult forms of travel. Travel can also be more difficult depending on the method of travel, such as by bus, cruise ship, or even by bullock cart.

                                                                SINHAGAD FORT  SINHAGAD FORT IS A HISTORIC FORTRESS IN MAHARASHTRA'S SAH...