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Dhauligiri in Orissa-The
Monument of Peace (PICS) |
Dhauligiri Shanti Stupa (The Monument
of Peace) is located near Bhubaneswar, the
capital of Orissa. It is also known as Peace
Pagoda. Dhauligiri symbolizes the rich
Buddhist culture and heritage. It was built
by King Ashoka after the destructive Kalinga
War in 261 BC.
Located on the bank of river Daya, Dhauli
narrates story of Kalinga War, which changed
King Ashoka's heart and inspired him to lay
down the weapons of violence and accept
Ahimsa (Non-violence).
Dhauli is located at a distance of 10 kms
from Bhubaneswar and is well connected by
rail, road and air. It draws thousands of
tourists every year. Foreign tourists,
especially from USA, UK, Japan and South
Asia seem to find a favor with this place
because of the convenient location and
easily available accommodation in
Bhubaneswar's 3 star and 5 star hotels.
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| Taj Mahal |
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Everyone knows Taj Mahal, one of 7 wonders of
the world but many people have no clue about the
city where it resides. That city is Agra and it is
about 205 Km from Indian capital, Delhi.
Mughals were one of the most dynamic dynasties in
the medieval world. Agra is home to the finest
examples of Mughal architecture in India, of which
the Taj is simply the most famous.
The visit to the Taj mahal, you have to experience
it to believe it, picture do not do justice to it.
Taj Mahal is a symbol of Love. All the tourists
find it simply stunning!
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| Goa Anjuna Beach |
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Goa
Anjuna beach is one of the most popular
beaches in Goa. The beauty of the white
waves rushing to embrace the pale golden
sand on the beach can be witnessed in full
form at the Goa Anjuna beach.
Goa Anjuna beach is a perfect haven for the
hippies and you will come across some of
them who have been staying on this beach for
a couple of months. It is in the late 1950s
to mid-1960s that Anjuna beach was
"discovered" by the hippies. From then on
began the trend of moonlit parties which is
one occasion the hippies and now the
tourists look forward to.
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