Vaishno Devi Yatra : All that you want to know

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Vaishno Devi temple is near the town of Katra in Jammu. It’s among the most popular pilgrimages in India today. As per estimates, 9.4 million tourists visited the shrine in 2023! Though Vaishno Devi gets mention in Hindu mythology running into thousands of years, its popularity is of relatively recent origin.

Varanasi : Ghats on the Ganges and Spiritualism

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Millions visit the ghats on the Ganges in Varanasi every year, and come back immersed in a deep sense of spiritualism. Though not all Hindus follow the same belief system, Varanasi, nevertheless is an important pilgrimage for all Hindus. Its history and legend go back thousands of years, making it one of the oldest cities in the world!

Shravanabelagola and Coorg : Where we had the best of times

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A road trip from Bengaluru to Mangaluru via Shravanabelagola and Coorg was one of the best road trips we have ever had. It had everything- a metropolis to an ancient site to an enchanting hill station in the western ghat mountains, culminating in a beach town. We couldn’t have asked for more. Here’s an account of the beautiful road trip.