Dehradun, the city, headquarters of the district is visited  by  a large number of tourist every year, many of them en-route to Mussoorie.  The climate of the city is temperate.  Even during summer, it is not so warm at Dehra  Dun as in the district south of it.  The Forest Research Institute which is  world famous  for its research work in forestry and is the only institution  of  its kind  in  Asia  is  situated here.  Besides,  headquarters  of  the  important establishment  like the Oil and Natural Commission; Survey of India etc.,  the Military  Academy are also located here.  The Gurudwara built by Guru Ram  Raj during  the  reign  of Aurangzeb in the Dhamanwala locality o the  town  is  a religious  place of eminence.  The other places of importance is the  Robber’s cave,  situated  at a distance of about 8 kms from Dehra Dun.  The cave  is  a natural picnic spot surrounded by hills where water suddenly disappears   from sight and goes underground  only to reappear after a few yards in the form  of a stream.  The city has many beautiful rest houses and good hotels to  provide accommodation to the tourist.  For many years, it has been one of the best  known educational centres in northern  India.  Dehra Dun is well linked by rail  and road with Delhi, Bombay, Calcutta, Lucknow and Varanasi.

Kullu, once known as Kulanthpitha – “the end of the habitable world”, is the capital town of the Kullu District, in the state of Himachal Pradesh, India. It is located on the banks of the Beas River in the Kullu Valley about ten kilometres north of the airport at Bhuntar.

Bajaura

Here is the famous temple of Basheshar Mahadev with fine stone carvings and sculptures and is believed to have been built in the mid 8th century. It is truly an incredible structure.

Beas River

The Beas River is the second easternmost of the rivers of the Punjab. The river rises in the Himalayas in central Himachal Pradesh, India, and flows for some 290 miles (470 km) to the Sutlej River in western Punjab state. The river was also known as Arjiki or Vipasa to the ancient Indians and the Hyphasis to the Ancient Greeks.

Bhrigu Lake

At an altitude of 4235 metres in district Kullu, this lies east of the Rohtang Pass and is about 6 Kms. from the village of Gulaba. The shores of this clear water lake are devoid of human habitation-yet it is visited regularly by the people of the area and is held sacred to “rishi” Brighu. It also lies on several trek routes of the region

Bijli Mahadev Temple

Situated at an altitude of 2,438 metres (8,000 ft) and can be reached by a tough but rewarding climb through a 6 km long trek. From the temple site, a panoramic view of Kullu and Parvati valleys is available.A sixxty feet high staff of Bijli manadeve Temple glistens like a silver needle in the sun, this is a bisible even from Kullu. In this temple of Lightening , the tall staff attracts the divine blessing in the form of lightening, it is said. with every flash of the lightening , coming down the staff, the Shinva Ling is shattered into pieces. These are put toghter by the priest and covered with satto and butter. The image is restored to its orginal oneness till another similar flash repeats the miracle.

Dashir Lake

Dashir Lake situated at a high altitude, is one of the most beautiful lakes that can be found in the Himachali region. Located near Rohtang pass (which connects Kulu district with Lahaul) this lake is a veritable treasure trove for nature lover. Crystal clear cobalt water makes you see right through the lake. The scenery at the backdrop is equally majestic.

Gauri Shankar Temple

Gauri Shankar Temple at DASHAL village(700 mtrs. from Sarsai )on the main left bank Kullu Manali Highway.It is a 12th century protected monument.Also see lush green apple orchards,play with water stream out there Fun park” near Hadimba Temple

Hidimba Temple

It is an ancient cave temple dedicated to Hidimbi Devi, who was a character in the Indian epic, Mahabharata. The temple is surrounded by a cedar forest at the foot of the Himalayas. The sanctuary is built over a huge rock jutting out of the ground, which was worshiped as an image of the deity. The structure was built in the year 1553.

Himalayan National Park

The Himalayan National Park is situated around 60kms from Kullu in Himachal Pradesh. The park covers a large tract of land i.e. around 765sq.kms. The height of the region varies from place to place and mostly ranges between 1300m-6100m. The park is full of hills and comprises of rich coniferous forests and alpine forest that spreads throughout the area. During the winter season, the peaks get covered with snow and thus give the ambience an enchanting look. There are various types of animals that are found here. Some of them are Serow, Bharal, wild mountain goats, brown bear, leopard, snow leaopard etc. One can also see various species of birds like monal, cheer, khaliji, tragopan etc.

Katrain

This is the central and the widest part of the valley, and is 20 kms. from Kulu on way to Manali. Apple orchards and trout hatchery lend charm and prominence to the place and it is also famous for bee keeping..

Kullu Hills

The most charming and beautiful Kulu valley spreads out its charm on either side of river Beas. The valley runs north to south of this river and is 80kms. long and about 2kms. at its broadest. Yet with awe inspiring glens and mossy meadows encircled by the rushing streams and meandering brooks, flung east & west, a fairly wide area is open to the tourists, the trekkers, the mountaineers, the artists and to anyone who wishes to escape the heat & dust of the plains to breathe the exhilarating air of the Himalaya and enjoy the spectacle of the variegated mountain scenery. The valley is also famous for its exquisitely woven colourful hand made shawls and kullu caps.

Manali

40 kms. away from Kulu to the north, Manali is situated near the end of the valley on the National Highway leading to Leh. The landscape here is breath taking. One sees well-defined snow capped peaks, the Beas river with its clear water meanders through the town. On the other side are deodar and pine trees, tiny fields and fruit orchards. It is an excellent place for a holiday, a favorite resort for trekkers to Lahaul, Spiti, Kinnaur, Leh and Zanskar regions in Kashmir valley. It is known as the SWITZERLAND OF INDIA.

Manali Sanctuary

The sanctuary is located at a distance of about 2 km from Manali main town. It is the catchment area of the Manalsu khad. A path from Manali log huts and Dhungri temple passes through dense Deodar, Kail, Horse chestnut, Walnut and Maple forests to the sanctuary. Musk deer, Monal and Brown bear, Leopard and Snow leopard are some of the sport seen here. Herds of Ibex are also seen roaming in the glacier zone in summers.

Manali (alt. 1,950 m or 6,398 ft), in the Beas River valley, is an important hill station in the mountains of Himachal Pradesh, India, near the northern end of the Kullu Valley.

Manali is administratively a part of the Kullu district, with population of approx. 30,000. The small town was the beginning of an ancient trade route to Ladakh and, from there, over the Karakoram Pass on to Yarkand and Khotan in the Tarim Basin.

Manali and the surrounding area is of great significance to Indian culture and heritage as it is said to be the home of the Saptarshi, or Seven Sage

Hadimbal Temple: Hadimba or Dhungiri temple in Manali is one of the most important temples in the region. This four-story wooden temple is located in the middle of a forest called the Dhungiri Van Vihar.

Temple Of Manu: Slippery stones paths lead through the old village houses up to the temple of Manu. Manali is named after the sage Manu who meditated when he came in this area.

Tibetan Temple: Tibetans have a base in Manali too. There is a large modern Tibetan temple to the South of the bus stand and also a small handicrafts centre.

Arjun Gufa: On the left bank of the Beas, 5-km from Manali near the village of Prini, is the ‘Arjun Gufa’ or the cave of Arjuna. In here Arjuna practised austerities to get Pashupata Ashtra or weapon from Lord Indra.

Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa: This Gompa dominates the Tibetan area around

the bottom of the Mall in Manali. The Tibetan refugees built the Gompa in the late 1960′s. The Gompa is covered with brightly coloured frescoes and a mid size Buddhist statute. It also carries a list of the martyrs killed in occupation of Tibet of 1987 to 1989.

Vashisth Hot Sulphur Springs This small village near Manali is famous for its scenic beauty. The village has a temple dedicated to Lord Rama and Vashisth Muni. The

village has some hot water springs, which are said to carry medicinal properties. It is a picturesque little place, 3-km out of Manali but on foot the distance is a bit shorter. Solang Nullah14-km northwest of Manali in the Solang Valley, this place offers Himachal Pradesh’s best ski slopes. The Mountaineering and Allied Sports

Institute operates a 300m high ski lift and the month of February is the best month to ski over here. HPTDC runs seven-day package for ski courses with ccommodation in the Hotel Rohtang Manaslu in Manali. Courses are also offered by the Mountaineering and Allied Sports Institute and the North Face Ski School.

Jagatsukh Temple: It is one of the biggest villages in Kull district. About 6-km from

Manali, Jagatsukh is famous for its Shiva temple that is built in “shikhara” style and nearby is the old and interesting Devi Sharvati temple.

Kothi: It is a pretty little village, 12-km from Manali on the Keylong road at the foot of Rohtang Pass. There are very fine views from Kothi, and the Beas River flows through a very deep and narrow gorge at this point. The well-situated Public Works

Department (PWD) Resthouse is a popular place for overnight stays. Close to the rest house is an awe-inspiring gorge where Beas enters a chasm about 61m deep and just few metres broad.

Rahalla Falls: About 16-km from Manali and 4-km away from Kothi, at the start of the

climb to the Rohtang Pass, are the beautiful Rahalla Falls at an altitude of 2,501m.

Nehru Kund: It is a spring of clear, cold water, named after the late Prime Minister

Jawaharlal Nehru and is 6-km from Manali on Keylong road.

Gulaba Camp: 20-km from Manali, is this beautiful place famous for sightseeing, picnic and photography. Rohtang Pass Situated about 50-km from Manali town, at an altitude of 4,111m on the highway to Keylong, is the Rohtang Pass. There is a beautiful Dasohar Lake left of the Pass. The Pass, which provides the only access

to the Lahaul Valley, is open from June to November each year. Snowfall is, however, unpredictable and blizzards can close the Pass even during this period. Here one sees the majesty of the mountains at its height and splendour. A few km away from the pass is the Sonapani glacier and, slightly to the left are the twin peaks of Gaypan-jagged pyramid of rock, snow streaked and snow crowned.

Beas Kund: It is the source of river Beas, at the Rohtang Pass and is easily performed `Tapa’ here during the Mahabharat times. The place is still hallowed by the celestial light. It was because of this that the river got the present name of Beas.

Parvati Valley Manikaran: At 1737 m, here am hot sulphur springs that bubble next to the by waters of the Penal river. The place is revered by both Hindus and Sikhs

Treks from here lead to Pulga, Khirganga and Mantalai’ a stretch of considerable natural beauty. The route finally reaches the Pin Parvati Pass (4802 m), which opens into the Sutlej valley.

Nagar: At 1737 m, here am hot sulphur springs that bubble next to the by waters of the Penal river. The place is revered by both Hindus and Sikhs Treks from here lead to Pulga, Khirganga and Mantalai’ a stretch of considerable natural beauty. The route finally reaches the Pin Parvati Pass (4802 m), which opens into the Sutlej valley.

Mountaineering Institute: The Mountaineering Institute located at Manali provides training facilities for basic and advance climbing both for Indian nationals and foreigners. This institute also conducts other adventurous sports activities like high altitude trekking, minor mountaineering, rock-climbing, skiing, and high altitude rescue and relief courses. The institute has sufficient lodging and boarding arrangements and equipment can be hired for trekking purposes.

Keylong: A village amidst fields of barley and buckwheat, Keylong is headquarters of Lahaul and Spiti district, surrounded by brown hills and white heights. Khardung

Monastery overlooks Keylong and is 3.5-km across the Bhaga River while

Shashur Monastery is 1-km away.

Shimla: the capital of Himachal Pradesh and one of India’s most famous hill stations, derives its name from Goddess Shyamala, an incarnation of Goddess Kali, the deity of power and wrath. However, unlike its name, Shimla is a perfect heaven for those in search of tranquility. Nature has blessed this capital city with innumerable gifts and man has used them to make Shimla one of India’s best destinations.

Dharamshala: Set against the magnificent backdrop of the towering Dhauladhar ranges, which rise up to more than 4,000 meters, Dharamshala, which literally means ‘the Holy Refuge’, lies perched up on the high slopes in the upper reaches of the Kangra valley. Founded in 1855, it is one of the 80 hill resorts developed in the seventeenth century by the British to beat the heat and dust of the sweltering plains. Today, it is famous as the abode of the Dalai Lama and is known throughout the world as the Little Lhasa, because of the large number of Tibetans and their ‘Government in Exile’, which is headquartered here.

Kullu: “Surely the Gods live here; this is no place for men”, wrote Rudyard Kipling of Kullu, India’s valley of the gods. Located in the charming Kullu valley in Himachal Pradesh and set amongst the lower reaches of the mighty Himalayas, the small town of Kullu is famous for its temples, apple orchards, and the annual Dussehra festival, all of which attract hordes of tourists. Kullu is also known for its handicrafts. Beyond the town’s perimeter loom the magnificent greater Himalayas and the silver valley bisected by the Beas River.

Manali: One of the most beautiful hill stations of the country, Manali is basically a small town in the Kullu valley of Himachal Pradesh. Termed sometimes as the cradle between the lesser Himalayas, Manali is extremely popular with tourists for its lavish display of unspoilt natural beauty. Rich in its scenic splendor, Manali draws a good number of tourists from within the country and abroad every year.

Rohtang Pass: a few kilometers away from Manali, this is a site where one an view the most drastic of landscape variances. On one side, the lush green head of the Kullu Valley; to the other, an awesome vista of bare, brown mountains, hanging glaciers and snowfields that dazzle in the crisp daylight. It is in the district of Lahaul and Spiti-a place untouched by time. The tough terrain means that not too many tourists venture into this region, thus helping the virginal landscapes and simple people retain their lifestyle with its native charm.

Chamba: The small town of Chamba is located in a picturesque valley, amidst the Shivalik ranges and is famous for its medieval temples. The architecture of the temples of Chamba reflects the glory of its erstwhile rulers. It is also known for its local festivals.

Dalhousie: Compared to other hill stations, Dalhousie, 80 winding kilometers from Pathankot, is markedly different and as yet unexplored. Spread over five hills, Dalhousie has a serenity of its own. Attractive cottages and villas cling to the deodar and pine mantled hills of Dalhousie, while pink and red rhododendrons bloom and trees stand tall in different shades of green.

Kangra: The small town of Kangra was the capital of the erstwhile rulers of the Chand dynasty. It is set amongst the picturesque settings of the Kangra valley at the foothills of the majestic Dhauladhar range. The area around Kangra is known for its ancient temples and picturesque surroundings, which attract tourists.

Khajjiar is a small grassy meadow located in the picturesque Chamba valley. It is a popular picnic spot whose quiet environs beckoned the tourists traveling between Dalhousie and Chamba. The stopover at Khajjiar is a welcome break for the weary tourists.

Kinnaur Lulled by the sweet folk songs of the Kinnauri women, the vale of Kinnaur provides a calm sojourn to all tourists, young and old. While the youthful and the daring try to conquer the hilltops with their trekking expeditions, the more laid-back traveler can savor the delights of the tranquil mountains amidst the bounties of nature. Kinnaur, with its colorful and hospitable population, can be an absolute delight for the ones who admire the highlands. This land of fairytales and fantasies has a breathtaking terrain of lush green valleys, orchards, vineyards, snow-clad peaks and cold desert mountains.

Kufri is a tiny hill station located near Shimla. It is famous for its trekking and hiking trails. Adventure-seeking travelers throng Kufri in winters to enjoy skiing and tobogganing along its snow-covered slopes. Kufri is also famous for its nature parks and picnic spots. Kufri’s proximity to the hill station of Shimla makes it an important place on the tourist circuit of the state.

Mandi district comprises of two princely states of Mandi and Suket. The district takes its name from the principal town Mandi in keeping with the general pattern of the hill states. Situated on the left bank of the river Beas, Mandi town is almost in the center of Himachal Pradesh in the foothills of the Shivalik ranges. At one time the former state of Mandi had an imposing array of forts, 360 in all. However, time has taken its toll and now only about 10 are left.

Chail is a place where time stands still. Nature is at her exuberant best and words like pollution and deforestation have never entered the dictionary of a person living in Chail. It is place worth a visit if one wants to enjoy fresh, crisp dawns and soft, quiet dusks in the lap of nature.

Ambala Tourism

Bhiwani Tourism
District Bhiwani was created on 22 July, 1972. The district headquarter is situated in Bhiwani town. Bhiwani has 442 villages, with main towns being Charkhi Dadri, Loharu, Bawani Khera and Tosham. The total area of Bhiwani district is 5,099 sq kms and its population is 14,24,000.

Faridabad Tourism
The District headquarter is situated in Faridabad city. Other smaller towns are Ballabhgarh, Palwal and Hodal. The total area of Faridabad district is 2760 sq kms and its population is 14,77,000. Faridabad city is the most populated and most industrialized in whole of Haryana.

Fatehbad Tourism
The District Fatehbad, Haryana was formed on 15 July, 1997. The district headquarter is situated in Fatehbad town. Other smaller towns are Tohana, Ratia, Bhuna and Bhattu. The total area of Fatehbad district is 2,415 sq km and its population is 6,15,000. There are facilities for stay at PWD rest house, HSEB rest house, market committee rest house and dharamsalas. The town is well provided with schools, college, hospital and other basic necessities.

Gurgaon Tourism
District Gurgaon of Haryana: The district headquarter is situated in Gurgaon city. Other smaller towns are Nuh, Ferozepur Jhirka, Sohna, and Pataudi. Total area of the district is 2,105 sq km and its population is 11,46,000.

Hissar Tourism
Hissar district of Haryana: Hissar district, also called Hisar, has an area of 4191 sq km and its population is 12,30,000. The district headquarter is situated in Hissar city. Hissar is one of the more important districts of Haryana politically. Other smaller towns are Hansi, Uklana, Adampur Agroha and Barwala. Hissar town was one of the prime centers of Harappan culture.

Jhajjar Tourism
Jhajjar district, Haryana was carved out of Rohtak district on July 15, 1997. The district headquarter is situated in Jhajjar town at a distance of about 65 km from Delhi. The town is said to have been founded by one Chhaju and Chhajunagar was changed to Jhajjar. It is also derived from Jharnaghar, a natural fountain. A third derivation is from Jhajjar, a water vessel, because the surface drainage of the country for miles around runs into the town as into a sink. Other towns in the district are Bahadurgarh and Beri.

Jind Tourism
The district headquarter is situated in Jind town. Other smaller towns are Narwana, Safidon and Uchana. The total area of Jind district is 2736 sq kms and its population is 9,63,000. The town, headquarter of the district of the same name is situated on the Ferozepur-Delhi section of the Northern Railway, 123 kilometers away from Delhi and 57 Kilometers from Rohtak. It is also connected by road with Delhi, Patiala, Chandigarh and other important towns of Haryana.

Karnal Tourism
The district headquarter is situated in Karnal city. It is 123 km from Delhi on the National Highway NH1, also called the GT Road, and 126 km from Chandigarh.

Kurukshetra Tourism
Kurukshetra the holy pilgrimage in which 360 places of pilgrimage related to the Mahabharata can be seen. Kurukshetra has been the germinating ground of the essence of what we call Hinduism. The call to duty is the supreme religion. The dictate to action without the thought, the hope, the wish, or reward is a philosophy that has guided the Indian psyche for thousands of years. It is one of those holy towns that have borne the imprint of Lord Krishna’s footsteps.

Panchkula Tourism
The recently formed 17th district of Haryana, Panchkula is surrounded by Himachal Pradesh in the north and north east by Ambala district in the east by Kurukshetra district in the south and Punjab and Union Territory of Chandigarh in the West.

Panipat Tourism
Situated on the banks of the river Yamuna, 92km North of Delhi, Panipat is famous in Indian history as a place where the fate of great empires was decided more than once. Panipat is known for its handloom products.

Peshwa Tourism
27 km west of Thanesar lies Pehowa town. Cunningham dates the place back to 882 AD. The town derives its name from King Prithu. On the death of his father says a legend, the King sat on the bank of river Saraswati, offering water to all visitors. As a result, the place came to be known as Prithudaka or Prithu’s pool. The town which he afterwards built on the spot was called by the same name. With time, the town of Prithu came to be called Pehowa.

Rewari Tourism
The district headquarter is situated in Rewari.

Rohtak Tourism
Rohtak – The district headquarter is situated in Rohtak town. Rohtak also known for Medical College & University.

Sirsa Tourism
The name of the district Sirsa is derived from its headquarters, Sirsa. It is said to be one of the oldest places of North India and its ancient name was Sairishaka, which finds mention in ‘Mahabharata’, Panini’s ‘Ashatadhayayi’ and ‘Divyavadan’.

Thanesar Tourism
Thanesar is one of the most sacred places of Hindu pilgrimage. The town derives its name from the words Sthan-esvar or the abode of God (Mahadev). The town was once the centre of great learning.

Yamuna Nagar Tourism
The district headquarter is situated in Yamunanagar. Yamunanagar was formed as a new district of Haryana on 16 October, 1989. Earlier to that it was part of Ambala district. The river Yamuna forms its eastern boundary with the state of Uttar Pradesh.

The British empire may have ceased to exist, but its echoes linger on in Shimla (2130 m). As the summer capital’ of the British in India, this was the country’s focus for the better part of every year and now, it is the state capital of Himachal Pradesh. Today, its well developed facilities, easy accessibility and numerous attractions make it one of India’s most popular hill resorts. Places in the lower ranges of the Himalaya mountains, it is surrounded by pine, deodar, oak and rhododendron forests. Within the town are a host of splendid colonial edifices, quiant cottages and charming walks. Shimla holds a variety of shopping, sport and entertainment.

Jakhoo Hill is the highest point in Shimla and offers a panoramic view of the city. Glen forest is one of the most fascinating picnic spots in Shimla. Summer Hill has pleasant shady walks in quite surroundings. Chadwick Falls are situated amidst thick forest and gives a breathtaking view. Prospect Hill is a popular picnic spot that gives some beautiful views of the region. Institute of Advance Studies is a renaissance structure used initially as Vice-regal lodge. Sankat Mochan is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman while Taradevi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Tara Devi, the Hindu variant of Tibetan Goddess Drolma. Himachal State Museum has some interesting collection of objects from all over Himachal Pradesh.
This pleasant sprawling town set among the pine-clad hills presents the visitor with glimpses of fading colonial charm. The buildings, the Mall, the picnic spots tell you the story of the era when it was the summer capital of the British India. A visit to the Mall brings you to the centre of activity in the city. Move around the city and you get to see some of the fascinating sights of the landscape around.

Weekend Trips/Excursions

The excursions around Shimla are equally interesting experience as they unveil to you the glory of the Raj era. You can take a trip to the oldest and highest golf course in India and to the world’s highest cricket ground. For the religious minded, the ancient temples around the Shimla are worth a visit. Naldhera is a small but pleasant town, which houses the highest golf course in the country. Tattapani is known for its hot water springs. Wildflower Hall is the former residence of British Commander-in-Chief Kitchener, now run as a hotel. Mashobra is a small village surrounded by thick forests and offers pleasant walks. Craignano is a beautiful picnic spot with a rest house on the hilltop. Kufri is a great place to enjoy its sylvan atmosphere and go for some adventure sports like hiking and trekking. Chail is a lush green town formerly capital of the Maharaja of Patiala.

Amritsar

Amritsar, the holy city of Sikhs, is the spiritual and cultural centre of the Sikh Religion and the home to the Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple. The city gets its name from the pool-Amritsar (Pool of Nectar), which was constructed by Guru Ramdas, the fourth Guru of Sikhs. Amritsar is one of the most ancient and fascinating cities of India. Being the gateway for travellers coming to India on the overland route from central Asia it soon became the centre of various commercial activities. 

Amritsar can be accessed by air, Rail and road. It is connected to Delhi and Srinagar By air. Many express trains connect Amritsar to Delhi, Calcutta, Bombay and Varanasi and by road with Ambala, Chandigarh, Delhi, Ferozepur, and Jammu and many other major centres of the country.

Golden Temple

Harmandir Sahib, also know as the Golden Temple in Amritsar City is the holiest shrine of the Sikh religion. Also known as the Shri Darbar Shaib, it is in the center of the old part of Amritsar. The Golden Temple sits on a rectangular platform, surrounded by a pool of water called the Amrit Sarovar from which the City is named. The entrance to the Golden Temple complex is through an ornate archway with intricate inlay work. During Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s reign the lower half of the temple was decorated with marble while the entire upper half was inlaid with copper and gold plated. Its four gates symbolically invite everyone from all directions. Built in a blend of Hindu and Muslim styles, the Golden Temple is a two story marble structure and the interior of the temple is decorated with semi precious stones, frescoes and glass work.

Harmandir Sahib

Harmandir Sahib, situated inside the Golden Temple complex is a 52-meter, square-based structure and enshrines the Holy Book of the Sikhs, the Guru Granth Sahib. The Guru Granth Sahib is placed on a palanquin set with emeralds, rubies and diamonds with silver poles and a golden canopy. The fifth Guru, Guru Arjun Dev (1563 – 1606) began the construction of Harmindar Sahib, and construction of the temple was completed in the late 16th century.

Akal Takht

Akal Takht is the seat of Shiromani Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee, the Sikh religious authority. It is also the place where Guru Granth Sahib is kept during the night. Established by the sixth Guru, Guru Hargobind (1595 -1644), it is also the repository of ancient weapons, used by the Sikh warriors and Gurus.

Rambagh Gardens

The summer palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singh is situated in the middle of a beautiful garden. Intersected by water channels fitted with fountains and golden fish, rare coniferous trees and herbal plants, this garden is laid out in line with Shalimar garden at Lahore. This is the best Garden in Punjab. The palace houses a museum and the exhibits include weapons dating back to Mughal times and certain portraits of the ruling houses of Punjab.

Durgiana Temple

Situated outside the Lohgarh Gate, the temple is built in the 1920s. Not built in the traditional Hindu style, the architecture resembles that of the Golden temple and, in a similar manner rises from the midst of a tank and has canopies and the central dome in the style of the Sikh temple. It is a well-known repository of Hindu scriptures.

Jallaianwala Bagh

Jallaianwala Bagh, situated 400 meters north of the Golden Temple, is where the most notorious massacre under the British rule took place. In the afternoon of 13 April, 1919, thousands of people gathered at Jallianwala Bagh for a peaceful demonstration on the Baisakhi day. The ground is surrounded by high walls on all sides and has only a narrow alley for access. 

General Dyer personally led his troops to the site. Standing on the only access way, he ordered his men to open fire without any warning resulting in the death of 337men, 41 boys and one baby and injuring more than 1200. A section of the wall with visible bullet marks is preserved, as is the well that some people jumped into to escape the bullets. 120 bodies were recovered from the well. Today this ground has been changed to a memorial park. At the entrance there is a memorial plaque which recounts the history.

Tower of Baba Atal

Not far from the golden temple is the tower of Baba Atal. This nine-storey tower is built in the memory of Baba Atal Rai, son of Guru Hargobind. This 50m high tower has several beautiful frescos on its walls, depicting the life of Guru Nanak.

Central Museum

The Sikh Central Museum is upstairs in the clock tower. The gallery in the museum exhibits paintings depicting the lives of Sikhs and their martyrs.

Ram Tirth

Located 11Kilometres west of Amritsar on Chogawan road, Ram Tirth, Rishi Valmiki’s hermitage, dates back to the period of Ramayana. The place has an ancient tank and many temples. A hut marks the site where Sita, the consort of Lord Ram, gave birth to Luv & Kush. A four day fair, starting on the full moon night in November is held here.

Anandpur Sahib

Anandpur Sahib (the holy City of Bliss) is one of the holiest places of the Sikhs, second only to Amritsar. Located about 95kms north-west of Chandigarh, Anandpur is framed between the Shivalik hills to the east and the Sutlej River farther away in the west, with vast green expanses and profound tranquillity all around. It is closely linked with Sikh religious traditions and history. The ninth Guru, Guru Teg Bahadur, purchased the site from the ruler of Bilaspur in the year 1665 and founded Anandpur Sahib near the ruins of ancient Makhowa. He called it Chak Nanki after the name of his mother. The town became prosperous and reached its zenith in the times of Guru Gobind Singh, who spent 25 years of his life here. 

On March 30,1689 Guru Sahib laid the foundation of a new town and named it Aanandpur Sahib. To Defend Anandpur from external threats, Guru Gobind Singh constructed five forts around the town and joined them with earthworks and underground tunnels. The construction began in 1689 and took over ten years to complete. It was here that Guru Gobind Singh baptised the first five Sikhs called the Panch Pyaras, the five beloved ones, who had offered him their heads to uphold Dharma, thus creating the nucleus of the Khalsa. Chak Nanki and Anandpur Sahib as well as some adjoining villages form the present city of Anandpur Sahib. 

Anandpur Sahib is accessed by Rail and Road. Nearest airport is at Chandigarh, about 75km away. The nearest railhead is at Nangal. Free accommodation is available at the gurudwara. Presently no regular hotel accommodations are available at Anandpur Sahib. One can stay in standard hotels at Nangal or Ropar.

Takht Keshgarh Sahib

Keshgarh Sahib is the central place of Anandpur Sahib. It is also known as Takht Keshgarh Sahib and is the principal shrine at Anandpur. Kesgarh Sahib Fort was built in 1699. In 1705 the army of Ajmer Chand almost destroyed the fort. The present Gurudwara complex was constructed during 1936-44. On the lower level is the imposing two-storey gateway, offices and a 30-meter square courtyard. The sanctum is located in the 16-meter square hall. Some old weapons preserved as sacred relics from the time of Guru Gobind Singh are displayed in a room. The Guru Granth Sahib is seated under a canopy outside the sanctum. Guru ka Langar is on the lower level behind the central building.

Anandgarh Fort

Situated about 800 meters southeast of Takht Kesgarh Sahib, this was the first fort of Anandpur Sahib. Anandgarh was a very strong fort. Guru Gobind Singh Sahib spent about sixteen years in this fort. Anandgarh fort was the central place of Anandpur Sahib from military point of view. In 1705 the army of Ajmer Chand almost destroyed the fort. Several years later, the Sikhs built a Gurdwara at the site of Anandgarh fort. Arms and ammunitions of the Khalsa army were stored here. The present Gurdwara has been built in place of the fort, in 1970.

Lohgarh Fort

Gurudwara Qila Lohgarh Sahib is located about 1500m southwest of Takht Kesgarh Sahib. It was one of the five forts built by Guru Gobind Singh to protect the Anandpur Sahib from outsiders. It was here that Bhai Bachittar Singh faced and turned back a drunken elephant sent to batter down the gate of this fort during the siege of Anandpur in 1700. The present three-storey Gurudwara building, octagonal in shape and high with a dome on top, was constructed during the late 1980′s.

Fatehgarh Fort

Fatehgarh Fort is situated on the northern outskirts of the town of Anandpur Sahib. Gurudwara Qila Fatehgarh Sahib has the present building constructed during the late 1980′s. The Gurdwara is a two-storey domed building. In front of it is an old well which once served the needs of Fatehgarh Fort.

Bathinda

Bathinda is one of the oldest towns in India and its history goes back to Harappan civilization. Known for its historic monuments, rich religious and cultural heritage, it is one of the biggest cotton producing regions of India. Bathinda is also known as the city of lakes and it has the largest cantonment in India. Bathinda is also one of the major railway junctions in Northern India.

Bathinda Fort (Quila Mubarak)

Bathinda has an 1800 years old fort built with small bricks known as Quila Mubarak. This Schooner shaped fort stands like a ship in a sea of sand. The fort is designed to suit the desert environment. In 1754 AD it was captured by Maharaj Ala Singh of Patiala. A small gurudwara commemorates the visit of Sri Guru Gobind Singh here.

Damadama Sahib

Situated approximately 30 kms South of Bathinda at Talwandi Sabo,this famous Gurudwara is one of the five Takhts. The 10th Guru, Guru Gobind Singh had re-compiled the Guru Granth Sahib here. A socio-religious fair is held here on Baisaki day, every year.

Bhagwati Mandir

The Bhagwati Mandir is located at Maisar Khana. The temple is known for fulfilling wishes of devotees. Twice a year a religious fair is held here and a large number of devotees attend the fairs.

Mausoleum of Peer Baba Haji Rattan

The Mausoleum is situated between the Civil Hospital and the grain Market. Baba Haji Rattan had visited Mecca as an ambassador of Raja Bhoj. On returning to India he had settled at Bhatinda. The mausoleum marks the site where the Peer used to meditate. The 1st and the 10th Prophets of Sikhism, Guru Nanak and Guru Gobind Singh were said to have visited the mausoleum. It attracts devotees from all faiths.

Hoshiarpur

Hoshiarpur is an ancient city of temples. Archaeological evidence takes its antiquity back to the Stone Age. The district, owing to its proximity to the hills, possesses a comparatively cool and humid climate. Cotton fabrics are manufactured, and sugar, rice and other grains, tobacco and indigo are among the exports. It is a centre of Indo-Sanskrit studies and Brighushamita Astrology. Hoshiarpur is famous for manufacturing, especially, of lacquer finish furniture with inlay works and musical instruments. It has an archaeological museum. Shish Mahal in the centre of the city commemorates the coronation of King George V. Hoshiarpur is connected to the rest of the state via rails and roads. The nearest airport is Amritsar.

Jalandhar

Jalandhar is located on the plains between the Beas and Sutlej rivers. The city is a market for agricultural products and produces textiles, leather goods, wood products and sporting goods. After independence, Jalandhar was the capital of Punjab until 1953. Jalandhar is situated at a distance of 146 km from Chandigarh, 350 km from Delhi and 90km from Amritsar. It is well connected by national and state highways. Jalandhar is a major rail junction. Nearest Airport is Amritsar at a distance of 90 km.

Devi Talab Mandir

It is situated in the heart of Jalandhar City. The old Devi Talab has been renovated and a new temple has been built. Recently a model of Amarnath Yatra has been built in the premises. An old temple of goddess Kali also stands by the side of the Devi Talab.

Tulsi Mandir

LThe temple of Vrinda, wife of Jalandhara, is in the Kot Kishan Chand locality. It is also known as Tulsi Mandir. Nearby is the temple of Gupha, with the image of Annapurna, the goddess of abundance. The Brahm Kund and a few temples dedicated to Shiva are nearby. Near the Balmiki gate is the Sheetla Mandir, said to be as old as the City of Jalandhar. Within its premises are two small old temples of Hanuman and Shiva.

Shiv Mandir

Situated at Gur Mandi, Shiv Mandir is reputed to have been built by a Nawab of Sultanpur Lodhi near Masjid Imam Nasar.

Gurdwara Chhevin Padshahi

Gurdwara Chhevin Padshahi in Basti Shaikh, Jalandhar city, stands on the location where Guru Hargobind Singh granted interview to a Muslim holy saint popularly known as Shaikh Darvesh. The saint blind folded him so that he could swear to the Mughals that he had not seen the Guru. The Guru had an in depth discussion with the Shaikh which produced a great impact on the holy man.

Shaheed-E-Azam Sardar Bhagat Singh Museum

A commemorative museum at Khatkal Kalan, the native village of Martyr Sardar Bhagat Singh, was inaugurated on his 50th death anniversary. To pay homage to the martyrs of Punjab, who laid down their lives for the liberation of their motherland, their memorable belongings are displayed here. A big bronze statue of Bhagat Singh is installed in front of the museum.

The Gurudwara at Kartarpur

The Gurudwara at Kartarpur (16 km from Jalandhar town) was built by the Fifth Sikh Guru, Guru Arjun Dev in 1656 A.D. Every year, a fair is held on the birth anniversary of the Guru when a large number of devotees gather to pay homage. Kartarpur is also known as the birth place of Swami Virjanand who was the teacher of Swami Dayanand Saraswati, founder of the Arya Samaj. A memorial has been constructed here in his memory.

Agra Fort: Built by the great Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D., the fort is a masterpiece of design and construction. Within the fort are a number of exquisite buildings, including the Moti Masjid, Diwane-i-Am, Diwane-i-Khas and Musamman Burj, where the Emperor Shah Jahan died in imprisonment, besides Jahangir’s Palace, Khaas Mahal and the Sheesh Mahal.

Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb(6 Km): The tomb  was built by Empress Noor Jahan, in memory of her father, Ghias-ud-Din Beg in 1622-25A.D. This ornate tomb is considered  a precursor of the Taj Mahal, this small garden tomb reflects the taste and sophistication of the gifted queen. The warm yellow marble is highlighted with white and black marble inlay, and the lacey pierced marble screens and rich, jewel-inlaid mosaics have a delicate, feminine quality that is pure enchantment.

Sikandara(12 Km): The tomb of Akbar, begun by the Emperor himself and completed by his son, Jehangir. This richly decorated structure is a quaint mixture of styles. The emperor began to build his own garden mausoleum during his lifetime, a red sandstone monument in a chahar-bagh or 4 square-formal garden. A magnificent marble-inlaid gateway leads up to the open, airy, four-tiered structure which is topped by a white marble cenotaph and screen on the fifth storey. This was added by Shahjehan who completed the mausoleum after his father’s death.

Radhaswamy Samadhi, Dayalbagh:This highly ornate memorial to the founder of the Radhaswamy sect has been in the making for several years and is still being worked upon. It is entirely in marble, upon which every manner of ornamentation has been applied.

Jama Masjid: Of specific importance due to its assimilation of Iranian architectural elements, it was built in 1648 A.D. by  Emperor Shah Hahan’s daughter, Jahanara Begum.

Mariyam’s Tomb(13 Km): Built for Emperors Akbar’s Goan Wife Mariyam in 1611 A.D., the tomb has exceptional carvings. Finished in red sandstone.

Chini-Ka-Roza(7 Km): The tomb of Allama Afzel Khal Mullah of Shiraz is a memorial to the poet-scholar, who later become the Prime Minister of Emperor Shah Jahan. The surface of the tomb is decorated with glazed tiles.

Ram Bagh(8 Km):The earliest example of a Mughal garden, was created by the founder of the dynasty, Emperor Babur.

Fatehpur Sikri( 37 Km): The founding of Fatehpur Sikri reads like a fairy tale. When all else had failed, Emperor Akbar came here in search of the renowned Sufi mystic, Sheikh Salim Chishti, to ask the blessing of a son. His prayer was heard, and soon a son was born. In honour of the saint, Akbar named the prince Salim and vowed to found a new city. And so Fatehpur Sikri, a magnificent new city rose on the craggy hills 40 Kms from Agra.

Today Fatehpur Sikri is a deserted, phantom city. But the inner citadel is immaculately preserved. Its walls, palaces, baths, royal mint, courts and gardens still stand in splendid homage to great visionary and builder.

Bhartpur Bird Sanctuary(60 Km):Also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park, India’s most renowned waterbird sanctuary lying in the neighbouring state of Rajasthan, is the winter home of the rare Siberian Crane. Approachable from Agra by  road, a variety of accommodation is available, within and outside the National Park. (Season – October to February)

Sur Surover (Keeetham Lake)(23 Km): This 2.5 sq.km lake, surrounded by the Surdas Reserve Forest, harbours a variety of fish and waterbirds and is popular picnic spot. Bus services are available upto Runkata 3 Km away.

Firozabad(44 Km):An important handicrafts and industrial center renowned for glass ware, especially glass bangles.

Aligarh(83 Km):A famous university town and age-old centre of learning, specially for Islamic studies. Aligarh is also an important centre for handicrafts and metalware, especially locks.

Bateshwar(70 Km):A temple town, whose presiding deity is Lord Shiva. A huge cattle fair is organized from mid-October to mid-November. It is also a pilgrimage center for Jains.

Mathura-Vrindavan:Mathura, on the banks of the River Yamuna, is celebrated as the birth place of Krishna, and the groves and ghats of nearby Brindaban with its thousands of shrines and temples still echo with stories and songs that recount the exploits of this charming god

Atri (42 km): Situated amidst greenery and famous for the hot sulphur water spring, Atri, 42 km. from Bhubaneswar and 14 km. from Khurda, is also a holy place with the shrine of Hatakeswar. A bath in the spring water is reputed to cure skin diseases apart from being a pleasant experience.

Hirapur

Hirapur (15 km): Hirapur has the 11th century Hypaethral temple of sixty four Yoginis. It is second of its kind in Orissa and one of four such unique temples in India.

 Sisupalgarh

Sisupalgarh: Just two km from the famed Lingaraj Temple of Bhubaneswar lie the ruins of Sisupalgarh. Dating back to the third or fourth century BC, these ruins show that even at that early date there was a well fortified city here, and establish the fact that the Orissan civilization has very ancient roots.

 Dhauli

Dhauli (8 km): Surrounded by paddy fields, the Dhauli hill brings back memories of the historic ‘Kalinga war’ which was fought around here. It is here that Ashoka, the terrible, was transformed into Ashoka, the compassionate and championed the cause of Buddhism.

Handicrafts Museum

Handicrafts Museum: The Handicrafts Museum at Secretariat Road has a good collection of folk paintings, horn toys, brass castings, and sculptures.

Tribal Museum

Tribal Museum: The Tribal Museum deals with the various aspects of the tribal life and culture in Orissa.

Orissa State Museum

Orissa State Museum: The Orissa State Museum is one of the best places to view sculptures, stone inscriptions, lithic and bronze-age tools, rare copper plates, palm-leaf manuscripts, paintings, anthropological specimens and musical instruments.

Lingaraja Temple

Lingaraja Temple: Built in the 10th or 11th century, Lingaraja temple of Bhubaneswar has been described as ‘the truest fusion of dream and reality. A rare masterpiece, Ferguson, the noted art critic and historian, has rated the Lingaraja temple as one of the finest examples of purest Hindu temple in India.

Brahmeswara Temple

Brahmeswara Temple: Brahmeswara Temple built in 1050 AD, is situated around a kilometer east of the main road. The temple stands in a courtyard bordered by four smaller temples.

Rajarani Temple

Rajarani Temple: It was built in 11th century. Rajarani temple is famous for its ornate deul, or compass, decorated with some of the most impressive Oriya temple architecture. The temple is remarkable for the absence of any presiding deity. The temple’s name is supposed to be derived from the red-gold sandstone used in building it – Rajarani being the local name for the stone.

Mukteshwar Temple

Mukteshwar Temple: Built in the year of 950 AD, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, Mukteswara, is carved with figures of ascetics in several poses of meditation. The highlight of the temple is the magnificent torana – the decorative gateway, an arched masterpiece, reminiscent of Buddhist influence in Orissa.

Vaital Deul

Vaital Deul: The Parasurameswara and Mukteswara temples represent clear steps in the development of the major Kalinga style of Orissan temple architecture. The Vaital Deul (800 AD) represents an entirely different line.

Parashurameshwara Temple

Parashurameshwara Temple: The Parasurameswara is the earliest temple still standing in Bhubaneswar. The mid-seventh century date agreed on by most scholars is based on style, as well as on the eight planets, which appear over the door to the inner sanctum.                                                                                                         

History of Dadra & Nagar Haveli
In AD 1262, the Kohli chieftains of the Dadar and Nagar Haveli was defeated by Rajput invaders and the region became under their clutches and they ruled Ramnagar, which was a small state that included Nagar Haveli in its territory. They dominated the region till the mid-18th century, when the Marathas acquired Nagar Haveli.

After prolonged encounters between the Portuguese and Marathas, the Maratha Government assigned aggregate revenue of Rs. 12,000 to the Portuguese as compensation to ensure their friendship. Their aim was to keep away from the English and to procure their support against the Mughals. The Marathas established friendship with the Portuguese and signed with them a treaty in 1779. According to this historic treaty of friendship, the Maratha-Peshwa agreed that the Portuguese would be allowed to collect revenues from Dadra and Nagar Haveli, which consisted of 72 villages, then known as parganas. This treaty was signed to the extent that the Portuguese will only collect the revenue in compensation for their loss of a warship called `Santana` which had earlier been captured by the Marathas but not surrendered to the Portuguese inspite of their many entreaties.
The Portugese ruled the region till it was liberated on 2 August 1954. The people of Dadara and Nagar Haveli established a free administration, which was merged in to union of India in 1961. On 11 August 1961, Dadara and Nagar Haveli were merged with the Indian Union as a Union Territory. Ever since, its liberation from the Portuguese rule, a Varishtha Panchayat was working as an advisory body to the administration. The panchayat was dissolved on August 1989 and Pradesh Council for Dadra and Nagar Haveli was announced. As per the Constitutional amendments at all India level, Dadra and Nagar Haveli District Panchayat and 11 village Panchayats were constituted.

Geography of Dadra & Nagar Haveli
The Dadra and Nagar Haveli is one of the union territories in Western India. It is wedged between Maharashtra and Gujarat. Its capital is Silvassa. Its located on the western side of the foot hills of the Western Ghats and about 40% of the geographical area is covered with forests. It lies between the parallels of 20o and 20o25` of latitude north and between the meridian 72o50` and 73o15` of longitude. The major river Damanganga and its tributaries criss-cross the U.T and drain into Arabian Sea at Daman. The west, north and south of the territory is surrounded by the Valsad district of Gujarat and towards the south and southeast by Thana and Nasik districts of Maharashtra. Towards the northeast it is surrounded by the ranges of Sahyadri Mountains (Western Ghats). The land has a hilly terrain and the soil is rich and fertile. The river Daman-Ganga and its three tributaries intersect the terrain. The climate of the region is warm and moist during the summer months but less warm during the monsoon months. The southwest monsoon is from June to September. During this time there is profuse rainfall. The rainfall is about 250 to 300cm. The winter months are generally pleasant.

Economy of Dadra and Nagar Haveli
Agriculture is the main economy of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The region has about 23,627 hectares under cultivation. 40% of the geographical area is covered with forests. The major occupation of Adivasis who represent 79 percent of the total population is agriculture. The agriculture is dependent on the amount of rainfall. The main crops cultivated here are paddy, ragi, small millets, jowar, wheat, tuvr, oilseeds, sugarcane and pulses. Brinjal, tomato, cabbage, and cauliflower are the main vegetables grown here. Forestry is an important economic resource of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. It consists of teak, sadra, khair, mahara, sisam etc. Forests constitute about 43 percentage of the total geographical area. A forest-based industry producing `Katha` out of Khair wood has also been set up. Besides agriculture, Government is running a poultry breeding / demonstration farm. There is a well equipped veterinary Hospital and two veterinary centers. The farm animals include cattle, buffaloes, sheep, goats and other animals.

There are four industrial estates in the territory. Manufacturing is the main economy in Dadra and Nagar Haveli as the taxes are low as there is no exice. The products that are manufactured here are spectacle frame, flooring tiles, art silk fabrics, chemicals, detergent powder, electrical fixtures, watches etc. The items that are exported are forest products, rubber foam etc. There are about 118 lift irrigation schemes at various places of the territory. A multiple irrigation project at Damanganga is in its final states. Here, power is made available from the from the Central sector power generating stations. The entire territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli are electrified.

Government and Politics of Dadra and Nagar Haveli
The Dadara and Nagar Haveli is a rich inheritance of Portuguese culture, with a generous measure of Indian ness mixed in. From 1954- 1961, the Varishta Panchayat of Free Dadra and Nagar Haveli administrated the country. It became a Union Territory in 1961 and at present is represented in the in the Parliament of India; the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. The political parties of Dadra and Nagar Haveli are BJP, BSP, CPM , INC , NCP, SHS, SP ,BNP , etc.

There are 122681 electors and 128 polling stations in Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The polling percentage is found to be 69.04. The Administrator is the head and under him comes the Secretary of Finance.

Division of Dadra and Nagar Haveli
The territory consists of two sections: Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Dadra consists of three villages and Nagar Haveli consists of 69 villages. The headquarters of the district Dadar and Nagar Haveli is Silvassa.

Demographics of Dadra and Nagar Haveli
According to the 2001 census, there are 2.20 lakhs of people residing here and about 62% of the population consists of tribals. This territory is the homeland of various tribes as Dhodia, Kokna and Varli. The Dhodias and Dublas are mainly confined to the Northern part of the territory whereas the Koknas and Varlis and found all over. The Varlis constitute 62.94 % and the Koknas and Dhodias comprise 16.85 and 16.90 % respectively of the tribal population, 2.29 % Dublas, 0.08% Kathodis, 0.84% Kolghas and 0.08% Nayakas. The languages spoken by the people are Hindi, Marathi and Gujarathi.

Culture of Dadra and Nagar Haveli
The major population constitutes the tribals. They have their own rituals and colorful folklore. They celebrate a number of occasions and functions. No occasion for them is complete without a folk dance. The major dances are Tarpa, Dhol, Bhavada and Gherria. All feasts of Hindus, Muslims and Christians are celebrated in this territory. But the tribal celebrations differ. The Varli and Kokna tribals celebrate Diwali in the name of Barash. Kokna tribes celebrate Akhatrij where ladies are the main participants. Divaso is celebrated by Dhodia and Varli tribes. Rakhi-Bandhan is celebrated by Dhodia. Other festivals are Bhawada amongst Varli and Koli tribes, Kali Puja by all tribes after harvesting of crops and Gram Devi before harvesting.

Flora in Dadra and Nagar Haveli
The climate favors the growth of forests in the region. 43% of the geographical area constitutes forests. The trees found here are teak, sadra, khair, mahara, sisam etc. The prominent places of tourist interest are the beautiful gardens on the banks of river at Silvassa and Khanvel. A tourist complex at Khanvel named `Van Vihar` has been set up. The major picnic points are Van Ganga , Vandhara Garden on the Damanganga River and Bai Udyam. There is also a Deer Park and a Tribal Museum.

Transport in Dadra and Nagar Haveli
The nearest railway station is Vapi on the Western Railways. All major Mail/Express trains are available at Vapi including August Kranti Rajdhani, Satabdi, Ahinsa, Karnavati etc. The nearest airport is at Mumbai. Dadra and Nagar Haveli do not have its own road transport system. It avails ofand Maharashtra state transport system. Total road length is about 342 km.