Dhauli - A place where “Chandashoka” or Ashoka the Wicked was transformed into “Dharmashoka” or Ashoka

Dhauli is located on the banks of the river Daya. It is only 10 km away from  Bhubaneswar Capital of Indian State Odisha. Dhauli hill is the area where the famous Kalinga War was fought.

The impact of Kalinga war (Between Emperor Ashoka vs Kalinga Kingdom in 250 BC) was very high.The river was turned red with blood for many days. Emperor Ashoka understood the dark side of the war.He realized the Buddhist principles of non-violence and compassion.He completely transformed from "Chandashoka" to "Dharmashoka".

Today Dhauli is considered a place where Great Emperor Ashoka had rebirth. The place which gives a world a new concept namely "Dharmavijaya" or Conquest by Righteousness. In today's world also where people are fighting among each other, the teachings of Dhauli remain equally relevant.

How to go:Several mode of transportation available. It is well connected via Train, Bus and Airport from Bhubneswar, Kolkata, Puri.
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View of Teesta River - Way to Darjeeling

The Teesta River or Tista is the lifeline of Sikkim,India. Enjoy a beautiful view of it once you are going to  Darjeeling from Kalimpong.

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Panorama of the Kangchenjunga - Tiger Hill, Darjeeling

Panorama of the Kangchenjunga - Tiger Hill, Darjeeling

Tiger Hill (2,590 m) is located in Darjeeling. It is considered as one of the best view points of Kangchenjunga the third highest mountain in the world. Kangchenjunga is located in Sikkim,India.It has altitude of 8,586 m (28,169 ft).During the Sun rise, the change of colour on the peaks of Kangchenjunga creates colourful experience.
It (Tiger Hill) is considered as one of the best view points of Kangchenjunga the third highest mountain in the world. Kangchenjunga is located in Sikkim,India.It has altitude of 8,586 m (28,169 ft).

The great Indian film maker Satyajit Ray made a classical movie on Kangchenjunga (1962).

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Incredible India - "Scotland of the East" - Shillong

Incredible India - "Scotland of the East" - Shillong.It is the capital of Indian State Meghalaya (The name means "the abode of clouds" ).It is situated at an average altitude of 4,908 feet.

Sohra or Cherrapunjee nearby place ,is reportedly the wettest place on Earth.

Umiam Lake is a reservoir  of Shillong in the state of Meghalaya, India.The panorama view and cool breeze will be an awesome experience.



How to go: Located 131.5 km (81.7 mi) from Guwahati which can be accessed by road along NH 40, a journey of about 2 hours 30 minutes through lush green hills and the magnificent Umiam lake in between.
There is a small airport namely Umroi Airport.It has limited connectivity with Kolkata International Airport.


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Nan Hua Temple - a remarkable Buddhist temple in South Africa

Nan Hua Temple is the largest Buddhist temple in Africa. It is located around 120 km from Johannesburg (N1 Pretoria and N4). The temple is situated in the Cultural Park suburb of Bronkhorstspruit, South Africa.

It was a sunny day. The sky was clear and blue. Had fantastic visit. It was a public holiday so got opportunity to get lunch there. Lunch was awesome (pure vegetarian and healthy).Another observation is that, complete silence must prevail during lunch.

Those who have plan to visit this beautiful country they should add this in their watch list. A perfect weekend gateway. Also there are around 66 self catering houses where people can get their accommodation.

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South Africa's famous Panorama Route - Part 2

Mpumalanga, South Africa is truly an area of breathtaking scenic magnificence. Mpumalanga is known as Paradise Country for it's brilliant canyons, waterfalls.The green mountain scenery and panoramic views are quite spectacular and give the area its name of 'Panorama Route' and it justifies it's name.

The "Blyde River Canyon" is a prominent natural feature of Mpumalanga,South Africa. It forms the northern part of the Drakensberg escarpment. Blyde River Canyon is one of the largest canyons on Earth.

‘Three Rondavels' (also called 'Three Sisters’) are three huge, round rocks.It looks like the houses or huts of the indigenous people.

Gods Window : A place for the panoramic view of the valley.

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South Africa's famous Panorama Route - Bourke's Luck Potholes, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Bourke's Luck Potholes, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Blyde and Treur rivers meet and form these giant potholes.These cylindrical potholes mark the beginning of the Blyde River Canyon.

Tom Bourke, a gold digger was the first man who predicted that large gold deposits would be found in this area. He didn't get success, but other prospectors had more luck in the area (South Africa is a world leader in mining. The country is famous for its abundance of mineral resources including gold, Diamond,Platinum.

How to Go: Graskop is the gate way to the Panorama Route.you'll need to travel roughly 35 kilometers due north of Graskop on the R 532.

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