Escape to Pune for a Perfect Weekend Getaway!

For some, destining across this vivacious city, Pune is a piece of cake but for all those out there who are clueless in deciding their tourist spot, this blog ought to be handy. Before stepping onto the wide and dynamic locations prevailing in the heart of Pune, its whereabouts need to be clearly understood. So, starting with that; Pune, earlier known as Poona was derived from the word “Punya- Nagari” meaning “The Blessed City”. Surrounded largely by the Western Ghats and encircled with lush greenery around, Pune is one of the charming destinations of India. It is here where you get to see the heart- throbbing historic sites, religiously beautiful temples and thrilling trekking locations. So, if you are planning to make a weekend outing, don’t miss out these:

Pataleshwar Cave Temple; an architecture that dates back to the 8th century is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is carved from a single piece of basalt rock that houses the statues of other Hindu gods and goddesses as well.

Parvati Hill; a temple dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Parvati is 2100 feet above the ground that is located in the Southern part of Pune. Built by the Peshawas, the skyline of Pune and the striking picturesque of nature can be viewed from the hilltop. There is no entry fee for this spot and you get a chance to click snaps too.

Shaniwar Wada Palace; a unique and stunning blend of the Mughal architecture and Maratha’s craftsmanship, this palace was once the residence of the royal Peshwas which was later destroyed by a fire in the 19th century. Though much of its structures were destroyed, one can still enjoy viewing the grand gardens.

These are few amongst the many places to visit in Pune. There are museums, places for trekking, paragliding and camping as well in this city. When reading arouses wanderlust in you what would happen if your visit? Do nothing, just visit TicketGoose, India’s leading online bus ticket booking portal and make a booking via Paulo Travels for all those traveling from Goa- Pune to enjoy every second of your ride.

Summer Vacation- Kick Start to Coimbatore

It’s going to be the toughest decision of your life wondering where to take your kids during their summer vacation. All they need is a story to narrate it to their friends post their vacation so that they get to hear that wow- wow from hum, so why not give them their expected live experience rather than a cooked- up story. Let your kids enjoy the starry nights in the sanctuary, cool and breezy water showers at Monkey Falls, exotic rides in Black Thunder and pocket- filled fun shopping at Brookefields Mall. Wondering, where you would get to see all these? Then, ride to Coimbatore with your family and see how my holiday ideas will be helpful;

1.Black Thunder: situated between Coimbatore and Ooty and spread across 75 acres of land, this water- theme park has many rides like Wave Pool, Surf Hill, Wild River Ride and much more that ought to take your kids breath on riding on these. Spend a day in water games and click snaps of your kiddos gathering courage and stepping on these rides which they would relish it on seeing in the future.

2. Monkey Falls: the approximate distance from Coimbatore to this place would come around 70kms. This is one such place where you can make your kids experience the rich flora and nature- architected archetypes that will make them nature lovers in the upcoming years. You can also add flavor to this site- seeing spot by packing snacks which are your kids’ favorite.

3. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park: give your kids a frightening and grinning experience by taking them to this park that is situated within the Annamalai Mountains across 958 square kilometers. It is a home to wide varieties of flora and fauna and few other tribal communities as well.

4. Brookefields Mall: from hypermarkets and boutiques to food courts and multiplexes, this place indeed is an all-in-one entertainment hub for your family where your kids would definitely end up spending some cheerful hours in here.

So, with so much to see, plan your trip to this place with your family by booking bus tickets only at TicketGoose, India’s leading online bus ticketing portal as TicketGoose has paired up with over 2500+ operators and you would get the best travel operators like SVR Travels,SRS Travels,VRL Travels,Hebron Travels for Chennai- Coimbatore route that will leave you cherished forever.

Madurai Radha Travels

Hey, guys, Tamil New Year is on its way and on this day at Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, celebrations are aired with great zeal and gaiety coz it is said that this is the day Goddess Meenakshi got married to Lord Sundereshwar. People in the entire state of Tamil Nadu commemorate this grand occasion with ladies designing rangolis at the entrance of their residence and adorning it with mango leaves, then with every member of the house taking a ritual bath followed by a prayer and then reading Panchagam (almanac). So, do you not want to visit this place and be a member to get indulged in this activity other than reading and visualizing how homely and astonishing it would be? Here’s how I can help you, visit TicketGoose, India’s leading online bus ticketing portal and make a booking via Madurai Radha Travels to have a pleasant journey, but before you make a booking scroll down to see what are its services and facilities?

Started in the year 1991 in Chennai with few buses, its services was so liked by many that in a short span of time, its growth can be seen everywhere with fleet size raising from a few to a huge number. The firm was established with the main motto of improving the service quality and providing affordable fare tickets so that people of any class can enjoy a pleasant and relaxing journey. Madurai Radha Travels includes buses of all categories; Volvo, Sleeper, deluxe and super deluxe buses for the comfort of the passengers. Further, it is equipped with modern facilities like charging point inside the bus, on-time schedules and apt estimated delivery time, courteous staff to resolve any customer queries and well-maintained coaches with luxurious interiors. The travels can be seen plying on major routes like Bangalore to Chennai, Chennai to Hyderabad, Chennai to Madurai, Madurai to Coimbatore and Madurai to Trichy.

Thus, with such astounding ample amenities and cost-friendly fares, this travels has lured the attention of many travelers across the state. So, get the best deals on our bus tickets by logging on to TicketGoose.

Shirdi- A Heavenly Shrine of Sadhguru

From Pune: 188km

“If you look at me, I look at you. If you cast your burden on me, I shall surely bear it. If you seek my advice and help, it shall be given to you at once. There shall be no want in the house of my devotees.”- Sai Baba

Being a die-hard and a great devotee of the Lord Sai, I love and adore visiting Shirdi every year. The feel of ecstasy it gives me on visiting this holy place and on seeking the blessings of Shri Sai Baba, I feel my burden to be reduced and the Lord himself to be there beside me during my hard times. In the Rahata Taluka of Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra, Shirdi is a home to 22,000 people and a pilgrimage destination to more than eight million per year. This dusty rural corner of India is visited so frequently by many that it holds second place after Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh. An abode of the simple Saint; Sai Baba, a short weekend getaway with your family to Shirdi will surely leave you in awe. Here, in this blog, I have mentioned the places to visit in Shirdi that would help you liberate all your sorrows and give nothing but ease in life.

Sai Baba Mandir; your visit to Shirdi is incomplete without stepping onto Sai Baba Mandir, a burial site of the revered Saint Sai whose doors will be open to all the pilgrims from 5 in the morning to 10.45 at night.

A sacred site of the Sai Baba Temple.

Dwarkamai; a place situated at the right entrance of the Samadhi Mandir is believed to be a spot where Lord Sai Baba stayed till the end of his life. It has two rooms; one is where the chariot is placed with saffron-colored flag hoisted on and the second is the palki.

Shani Shingnapur; Shingnapur is a small district in the Nevasu Taluka district of Maharashtra that is famous for Lord Shanishwar. The unique point about this village is that there are no doors for any houses and people living here believe that the lord protects them from all the theft and anyone who tries stealing will face the wrath of the lord.

The houses in the village of the Taluka district of Maharashtra are constructed without doors.

Get touched by the sacredness of this place and plan your weekend trip or a pilgrimage tour by booking tickets only with TicketGoose, India’s leading online bus ticket booking portal servicing millions of customers. If you are worried thinking about the buses that ply to this location then feel free as travels like Seabird Tourists, Paulo Travels, Shri Sairam Travels, and National Travels are striving hard to make everyone’s visit pleasant and comfortable.

Kaleswari Travels

Dark clouds bewitched the mother earth further leading to a heavy downpour resembling like spells cast all over the surface. Amidst all these, there stood a man fighting against the heavy bouldering drizzle with an umbrella in one hand and bucks in another, waiting in the queue, the front of the bus reservation counter to get to his native. With the shuttering sounds of the windows, his voice was not heard to the ticket reservation clerk who asked him to leave. Knowing that beseeching to the clerk wouldn’t help him travel to his native; he came out and started thinking what to do. It was then; he recalled about Kaleswari Travels, a travel operator to Vijayawada which offers top-notch facilities that was once said by his friend.

Though the travels helped him book his tickets online but he was desperate to know about it and on surfing, it said; established in the year 1997, Kaleswari Travels is one of the most reliable and trusted brands in the Southern part of India connecting major destinations like Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. With a large fleet of Volvo, AC and Non AC Semi- Sleeper and Sleeper coaches, punctuality, on-time schedules and safe driving had been their prime concern which they were successful achieving it.

Besides on-time schedules, the travels is also known for courteous staff who are ready to handle any customer queries, well-maintained and luxurious bus interiors with the best entertainment and comfort features, air suspension mechanisms for the safety of the travel and finally the unsullied quality of service. With these ample amenities, it has not only proved beneficial for one’s travel but has created a niche in one’s life as well. The travels operates on over 20 routes daily and to name some of the major routes covered by it; Hyderabad to Vijayawada, Vijayawada to Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada, Guntur to Bangalore, Hyderabad to Visakhapatnam, Chilakaluripet to Bangalore, Vijayawada to Bangalore, Bangalore to Chennai, Visakhapatnam to Hyderabad, Vijayawada to Chennai, Hyderabad to Bangalore and much more.

At last, Kaleswari Travels has taken another step towards hassle-free travel and that is, it has paired up with India’s leading online bus ticket bookingportal, TicketGoose. So, henceforth all your online bus bookings and payments can be easily done at ticketgoose.com itself. Don’t wait for the right time to book your tickets; all you need to have is a smartphone.

A Visit 2 AGRA with TG’s Alluring Offer

A place where weather or climatic condition does not influence the thriving tourists in stopping their visit to India’s most beautiful destination known for the intricate carvings of the white-marbled grandeur, Taj Mahal or the captivating architectural archetype of the Mughals, Jama Masjid or the Mughal Emperor, Akbar’s holistic capital also known as the deserted city, Fatehpur Sikri. Agra houses these charismatic heritage sites whose significance is well-known to people of all ages and has further impacted in shaping India’s history right from the classic Mahabharata to the influential Mughal dynasty. Agra has indeed undergone several transitions in its name as well from Agrevana during the Lodi dynasty to Akbarabad during the Mughal reign and finally as Agra during the supremacy of the Marathas.

Though the transitions were not idle, the culture of the city was also not still with different religions flourishing. So, do you not want to visit this mesmerizing land to experience the hidden joy in sight-seeing the rich architectures that are all the traces of the ancient era? Here are some of the top places to visit in Agra that will leave you fascinated:

Taj Mahal

The first thing that comes to every traveler’s mind is to visit this marvel creation of Shah Jahan’s, one of the Seven Wonders of the World; Taj Mahal is also known as an epitome of love that was built for his wife Mumtaz whose body is enshrined in the tomb here. Situated near the banks of river Yamuna, Taj Mahal is marvelously constructed with gemstones by over 22k artisans with verses of Quran imprinted on its walls truly reflecting the Persian and Mughal Architecture. The interior of the Mahal goes hand in hand with the exterior which is impressively decorated with semi-precious stones. Bounded by well-trimmed bushes and water showers, a visit to this place is indeed romantic.

From Delhi: 238kms

Fatehpur Sikri

Of the so many places to visit in Agra, Fatehpur Sikri is one of the ancient places that take us back to Akbar’s reign who declared this city as the capital of the Mughal Empire. Being the capital, the city had undergone constructions of gardens, mosques, utility structures and roads.

Moti Masjid

Yet another wonder of Shah Jahan who constructed this monument on the sloping ground for the royal members of the court. It is also referred to as Pearl Mosque because of its bright and shining feature when sun’s radiations fall onto it.

So, what is it that’s going on in your mind? It’s time that you immediately visit TicketGoose website for making an online booking to visit this place rather than scrolling down the images because the firm has released an Alluring April offer where you get to save Rs. 250 (Rs. 200 in your wallet and Rs.50 instant discount while booking) on your bookings that is valid till end of April 2017 . It’s your kiddo’s vacation time and they would be pressurizing you for a getaway. Thus, think less and let your fingers work more in booking bus tickets online.

A Different Reason to Visit the Northeast

You may have enough reasons to visit this enchanting land referred to as “Northeast India” for reasons may vary from person to person. For most, the region offers cultures — ranging from food, dance, attire as well as the people — unique in themselves as compared to the rest of India. It is true that here, one will get a feel of Southeast Asia despite being in India.

There is, however, another aspect which we often tend to miss out despite the obvious signs. The mist-filled hills of the area may reminds us of Wales, Scotland or the Nordic areas with striking similarities between the former and the latter lot, while the eerie and uncanny secrets behind the mists tend to remain veiled.

It may come as a surprise to many that the Northeast has an equally rich collection of ghost stories as well as tales of black magic and witches, just like Great Britain. Being a big region, it will not be possible for you to embark on a tour to all of these places. However, there are certain locations which will interest you. This, I say, from my own personal experience.

PPIs — Places of Particular Interest:

1. Mayong — Located just 50 km away from Guwahati, in the Nowgong district, this town is famous throughout the region for being inhabited by black magicians. Many youngsters willing to impress people the ‘short-cut’ way seek help from magicians here, who can work ‘wonders’ with their potions as well as amulets to make you ‘spell-bound’. Most locals seem to avoid the town and its inhabitants for their own safety.

A view of Mayong (Photo Courtesy — IndiaTimes, IANS)

2. Silchar — Located 229 km to the south of Shillong, is the city of Silchar, in the Barak Valley region of South Assam. The fertile green plains and valleys around the city are abound with tales of ghosts and jinns. It is believed that in the death of night a tall, shadowy figure often stands with his legs stretched out to the two ends of a road in an extremely threatening manner. He is said to be harmless to those who are fearless. Jinns possessing human beings, when the latter harm disguised entities are common tales. You can take a personal look at exorcisms, if you happen to know experts, or a friend who does.

3. Shillong — There are a lot of haunted places in this hill-station, also known as ‘Scotland of the East’. The city has its roots in colonial days, when soldiers of the mighty British Empire were camped here. A lot of British legacy in terms of culture as well as a church can be found here. The most interesting spot worth a visit here is Beaver Road in Oakland. Try take a walk along the meandering paths late in the evening and you will have a close shave with the ‘other entities’, if lucky. It is said that the souls of Britishers from the colonial era still wander around.

4. Nohkalikai Falls — The Nohkalikai Falls in Cherrapunjee (53 km south-west of Shillong) is the falls you need to visit not only for its natural beauty, courtesy the green pool below it, but also for the eerie story surrounding it. It is said that a local Khasi woman, Ka Likai, committed suicide after her second husband cooked her little daughter for dinner. The woman ate after a long day’s work and uncovered the horror after discovering the little girl’s fingerlings. Nohkalikai translates as ‘Jump of Likai’. It is a tourist destination now.

5. Jatinga — Located in the North Cachar Hills, now called Dima Hasao, district of Assam, this is the supernatural place where even the ones with weak hearts may visit. The ‘mass suicides’ committed by birds towards the end of the monsoon season is an eerie sight. The preconditions for this phenomenon to occur are slightly foggy conditions, winds blowing from the south to north; and the time between 7–10 pm. The ambience will scare you up for sure.

Visit more and you will unravel more here. It has to be borne in mind that such superstitions and beliefs have been fatal at times for locals. Thus, it may not be as funny or curious as you think. However, if you are looking for a trip ahead, you will definitely want to check out on those aspects as well. The locals will be more than willing to help you.You can book your Bus Tickets in TicketGoose.Some of the travel operators providing their services are Jagnath Travels,Paulo Travels,SVR Travels,National Travels and Greenline Travels