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 PIYO DELUXE DHABA | CHANDIGARH  In Sector 26, the Khao Piyo Deluxe Dhaba is truly living up to its name: it's a dhaba style restaurant with all the trappings of a modern eatery. Enjoy butter chicken as much as biryani and pizza. The decor is inspired by traditional dhabas found in the Punjabi countryside but its menu reflects cuisines from different parts of the world. Head here for a true taste of what today's Chandigarh is all about.  Khao Piyo Deluxe Dhaba  From vegetarian - only outlets to a chicken - lover's paradise and from dhabas dedicated to celebrities and those that are institutions in themselves, Chandigarh's food scene is diverse, and deserves to be tucked into with the backing of large appetites!  Location: SCO 41, Front Side, Sec 26, Chandigarh - 160019 

 Why Kanyakumari Will Change Your Life ?  At the southernmost tip of India , where the Arabian Sea , the Indian Ocean, and the Bay of Bengal meet, lies Kanyakumari, an important pilgrimage site. Two rocks reach out of the ocean.  Kanyakumari  One of these is Sri Padaparai, where the footprints of the virgin goddess to be seen. On this rock, Swami Vivekananda is said to have sat in deep meditation and here stands the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, built in 1970.

 13 Reasons You Should Be Talking About Bagdogra  Beyond its perceived purpose as the launch pad into Sikkim and other Northeast Indian territories, Bagdogra is a traveller's paradise that is waiting to be rediscovered. Bagdogra  All too often, we forget that a toddler lurks within us. In Bagdogra, you can unleash just that. Seated by the window in one of the three miniature coaches of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Toy Train, we are gleefully waving out to co-passengers in other compartments who come into sight whenever the train curves . As it weaves its way in and out of forests, we fight the poking branches of tropical trees that threaten to thwack us for being naughty, and giggle at our own silly bravado. When it intermittently snores in the form of a mellow whistle whilst chugging along sleepily, we, too, erupt in a chorus of imitated whistles. And as it hisses and screeches, meanders and dips, we clap and marvel at the scenic journey. Be it the ebullienc...

 19 Facts About Kovalam Beach That Will Impress Your Friends This coastal heaven in Kerala shot to international prominence in the 1970s as a hippie stopover on the way to Sri Lanka, and part of that alternative spirit lives on in Kovalam's surfing culture. With rocky outcrops that keep underwater sandbars stable, the tidal waves at Kovalam's three beaches are just mild enough to not lose energy, and have a mixture of beach and point breaks. India's first artificial reef was installed here almost 10 years ago to tackle erosion, and has further helped calm the waters. We hear that surfing's possible all ten year round, but the best time to paddle past the whitewater is between June and September. Having an existing relationship with the ocean certainly helps - many riding the swells are fishermen working within the area. Note that Indian beaches don't have uniform lifeguard programme to keep an eye on novice surfers, so we'd advice you to either go through a sur...

 What Wikipedia Can't Tell You About Rann of Kutch? From far away, the Rann of Kutch is a blanket of white that embark to stretch to the horizon and beyond. But a closer look will reveal the colours hidden in between, of the reflected skies, of life in Gujarat's deserts, of the many, many festivals and cultures that brings this place together. Given its location near border, to view the White Rann of Kutch one must go through the Border Security Force. As one of the world's largest salt deserts, the Great Rann attracts many tourists, who not only wish to experience its vast nullity, but are also vying for the perfect photo opportunity. Rann of Kutch  During the monsoons every year, the desert becomes a wetland and goes underwater, but in the winter, under the full moon, the salt flats come alive for a truly splendid sight. A visit to this star attraction can be coupled with trips to nearby villages, to sample the local cuisine and shop for handmade beaded jewellery...

 ZIRO | ARUNACHAL PRADESH | HOW ZIRO ARUNACHAL PRADESH CAN HELP YOU LIVE A BETTER LIFE Picture a valley dip in vibrant green, flanked by rolling hills, and covered in pine and bamboo forests. Perhaps, if you moved a touch you'd spot paddy fields or the tiny homes at the sting of valley. Type of a treasure waiting to be uncovered, the Ziro Valley in Arunachal Pradesh is quaint, isolated and serene in every sense of the word. While winters usher in heavy snow, the remainder of the seasons bring pleasant weather, cool winds, and sometimes, a balmy respite. As a Unesco World Heritage Site, Ziro Valley offers a peek into the lives of the Apatani people, famous for his or her face tattoos and other striking body modifications. Immerse within the indigenous culture within the nearby villages of Baro, Hong, Bula and Hari. There also are many hiking and trekking options, as an example , to Midey known for its blue pine trees. Or to Tarin workplace where local high-altitude fish are bre...