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Fort Aguada- Goa

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Fort Aguada- Goa General Information :                                       This Fort place is throughout the year, tourist attraction at Goa.It was constructed in 1612 , The word ‘aguada ‘ in Portuguese means water and the fort seems to have got its name from the freshwater tank inside the fort . You can witness here glory of Portuguese architecture, sea view and the light house. Sunsets are the most favorite attraction of tourist, who wants to see the colors of nature in the sky, or colorful welcome to the evening. Panjim to Aguada fort distance is 15.9 km and needs nearby only 45 minutes. If you want to stay here, Taj group hotel is the place near fort. Timings 9.30 am to 6.0 pm on all days, for fort. For light house 12 noon to 5 pm on all days. What to see :                       Fort itself -                                          Structure of the fort is still you can see as it was , at most of places. Light House -                    
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Tulsi Baug, Pune- Maharastra

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Tulsi Baug, Pune - Maharastra General Information-                                                         Tulsi (Basil) - Baug (Garden), its simply indicates that name is originated due to the presence of large quantity of Tulsi (Basil) plants in that area , at past. Now, this place at center of Pune city is famous for , street sides small shops shopping. At this place now , you can gets variety of ornaments, clothes and other useful domestic utilities at very cheap rates, here you can test and show your skill of bargaining ! For routine and occasion shopping citizens of Pune city used to visit this place without fail, but if you are a visitor to Pune city then also you must have to visit this place to treat your eyes with variety of goods and you definitely cant control yourself from buying. What to see -                          The main thing here is shopping , not to see but for taking actively participation.                         Shop for sweets - Here you can se
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Visapur Fort, Pune- Maharastra

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Visapur Fort , Pune -Maharastra General Information -                                     Visapur fort is a twin fort ,as a part of Lohagad. Though ,its elevation(1,084 m) is higher than Lohagad , it is a well treat for your eyes to view the beauty of nature from top. Due to high elevation it is also a good point for trekkers, many people come here to enjoy and fulfill their trekking passion. Though, there are no major construction is exist now , you can see the demolished palace wall and the other building base structures. You can enjoy here village meal,  at the base of fort. Also, you can spend some important moment here with history and nature, as here are near , Bhaje caves and Lohagad fort. What To See at Fort- Among the remaining monuments , you can see the border wall, Arc or doors at various point entrance. Hanuman mandir you can see here at many places. A ,very old aged water well. The common thing at every fort and most important part of safety at that ti
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Bedse Caves, Pune -Maharastra

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Bedse Caves or Bedsa Caves                          This is a  part of ,trilogy of the Buddhist caves ,Bhaje-Karle-Bedse, in this region. Comparatively, Bedse caves is small ,area wise and number of cave wise ,than two other caves in belt. But still it maintains its uniqueness. It is really a calm place, from where you can enjoy greenery of surroundings , a amazing view from top. It is still apart from the reach of people as , many people dont know about it, so if you are searching for a place which is Historic, having religious touch and free from rush ,this place is best. As a regular structural pattern of caves, Bedse caves consist on Chaitya gruha (prayer hall) and several Viharas (living rooms for monks). Steps for going upward is easy and well maintained.You have to keep food and water with you ,as food shops are rare available their. You can park your vehicles at bottom ,with having no risk. At caves their is security person cum guide ,who will brief you about the caves.
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Lohagad, Pune-Maharastra

Lohagad , Pune-Maharastra-India                           As Pune district and nearby places are well known for Forts, and preserved History. Among different forts in Pune district ,Lohagad is a one of fort that have a long history of rulers, wars, and importance. As it is a hill-fort, going there is a pleasant experience feeling like you are in a lamb of mother nature. This fort was ruled by different rullers but, mainly by Shivaji Maharaj or marathas. Travel scope of this fort is vast due to hidden routes, temples, monuments, water tanks, view points or watching points. From Lohagad Fort you can see Bhaje Caves and Visapur fort. A good food provided by canteens or hotels at base of fort. Base village is Lohagadwadi. There is a safe parking also available for your vehicles. You can go by two or four wheeler or by trekking also. The main season to enjoy nature here is mansoon. Note - Beware of monkeys, they dont harm you but goods with you. Hold tightly your bags, snack
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Bhaje Caves,Pune-Maharastra

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Bhaje Caves, Lonavala-Maharastra                          If you have a little bit interest in ancient structures, methods and monuments, this is a right place for you to visit. Bhaje caves is a 22 roct cut caves with one chaityagruha. It was cunstructed in 2nd century BC, that means nearabout 2200 years ago, as a place of resting and medicating for Buddhist Monk. As Buddhism devided into different classes ,it belongs to Hinyana class (panth). It is protected as a national monument by, Archaeological department of India. What To See-                   Instead of seeing I will say you feel. Here you can feel sound of silence. Feel chanting. Beside this, There is Chaityagruha the main prayer hall with solid stupa as a symbolic Buddha ,where Buddha was worshiped by monks and followers. Enterance of this chaityagruha well crafted with wooden horseshoe arched.Rock pillars ,with inscription and carved figures ,both side looks supporting the roof . There are ma
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