Beautiful Destination in East India

East India :

East India is a region of India consisting of the Indian states of Jharkhand, West Bengal,Odisha and also the union territory Andaman and Nicobar Islands. West Bengal's capital Kolkata is the largest city of this region. The Kolkata Metropolitan Area is the country's third largest. The state of West Bengal share some cultural and linguistic characteristics with Bangladesh. Together with Bangladesh, West Bengal formed the ethno-linguistic region of Bengal before partition in 1947.

Odisha is the only state of India, which has a classical language Odia, a classical dance Odissi and a classical music Odissi music. Odia is the only language in east India accorded the status of a Classical Language of India. The modern state of Odisha was known as Kalinga, Odra desha and Utkala in ancient times. It was ruled by indigenous rulers of the Mahameghavahana dynasty, Eastern Ganga dynasty and Gajapati Dynasty.

The bulk of the region lies on the east coast of India by the Bay of Bengal, and on the Indo-Gangetic plain. Jharkhand, on the Chhota Nagpur plateau, is a hilly and a heavily forested state rich in mineral wealth. Odisha is also a mineral rich state of India. The region is bounded by the Nepal and Sikkim Himalayas in the north, the states of Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh on the west, the state of Andhra Pradesh in the south and the Bay of Bengal on the east. It is connected to the Seven Sister States of Northeast India by the narrow Siliguri Corridor in the north east of West Bengal.

Odisha
Jharkhand
West Bengal
Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Odisha :

Konark

House to the famous Sun Temple and the festival of the same name, the small locale of Konark  is an extravaganza that comes in a small package. Explore it for its dance festival, art and handicraft. Konark  is a true blend of history, culture and natural beauty. The famous Sun Temple along with the Sun Festival and the five-day long dance festival make this tiny place an ever-hustling tourist destination in Orissa. The Craft Mela and Handicraft exhibition organized as part of the dance festival is also a hit among the locals and the travelers alike. Displayer of the ethnic Oriya architecture, the Sun Temple becomes a beautiful backdrop to this fair. If all these are not enough, you are bound to love a long walk on the beach nearby. 

Puri

The azure waters gently lapping the soft sandy beach perfect for swimming, coupled with a heady, ceaseless milieu of religious fervor in the city nearby- the result is Puri. Welcome to this holy seaside destination where devotees throng especially to visit the Jagannath Temple. Among the most revered cities for Hindus, Puri is part of the Char Dham pilgrimages and also one of the 7 holy Indian cities. The beach here is wonderful for swimming and perfect for watching the sunrise and sunset. Puri’s top attraction is the highly revered Jagannath Temple, famed for its Chariot Festival. No less astounding is the Sun Temple at Konark amongst a slew of other sightseeing wonders. The Sun Temple is a World Heritage Site and dazzles the onlooker with its amazing sculptures and architectural brilliance.

Bhubaneswar

Temple city of India – This is how Bhubaneswar, the capital of Orissa is famously called. The land, which is over 2500 years old, is a blend of ancient monuments and modern constructions. It is believed that Bhubaneswar had over 2000 temples in the past. Here are the top places to visit in Bhubaneswar.

Parasurameswara Temple,Mukteswar Temple,Lingaraja Temple,Odisha State Museum,Museum of Tribal Arts and Artifacts,Nandankanan Zoological Park,Ekamra Kanan,Udayagiri Caves,Dhauli Hill,Satkosia Tiger Reserve,Brahmeshwara Temple,Bindu Sarovara,Regional Museum of Natural History,Biju Patnaik Park,Kalinga Stadium,Pathani Samanta Planetarium

Ratnagiri Buddhist Excavation

West Bengal :

Sandakphu

Located in close proximity to Singalila National Park in West Bengal is Sandakphu, or Sandakphu. This peak is the highest peak of the region, based at an elevation of approximately 3636 M above the sea level.

Sandakphu has an extremely mesmeric trekking trail for all you adrenaline junkies. But you need to endure a moderately difficult trek in order to reach the summit and then you will be rewarded with awesome views of the Kanchendzonga Peak.

There is even a small village at the top of the peak where you can find some hostels for a stay. Of course, there is nothing like camping under the starlit sky and enjoying a cool mountain breeze.

How to reach: Catch a flight to the nearest airport at Bagdogra airport from Kolkata at just INR 1,277.

Darjeeling Tea Gardens

Experience the chills, admire the hypnotic creations of Nature and slurp on that sizzling delicious tea at Darjeeling. It is a town in West Bengal, situated in the Himalayan region at an altitude of 6700 ft.

The lush tea gardens of Darjeeling are also among the list of tourist places in India. These tea gardens are not only known for their flavorsome tea cultivation, but also for their scenic beauty.

The best time to visit Darjeeling is from November to February. Endless stretches of tea plants which tends to vanish with the mist, creates a magical spell on the visitors.

Kolkata

Since British and other imperial countries have shared their wealth and concepts in selected places in the state of West Bengal, Kolkata still holds that glory of white marble structures giving the city a distinct appearance contradicting the culture and custom of the natives here. Belur Math, Victoria Memorial, Kalighat Temple, Marble Palace, Tagore’s House, Barabazar and much more attractions are there giving a regal touch to the minutest spot of Kolkata even. An elegant collaboration of Indianness and Englishness is very obvious everywhere in this crowded, lively city that will take you through the stories of transition Kolkata managed to go through.

Sunderbans

Sprawling across India and Bangladesh, this club of variant islands is a well-preserved biodiversity in India, remarkably a prestigious spot in West Bengal. The mangrove forests, very rarely appeared in India as a whole are the heroes of Sundarbans. It protects a rich cluster of rare and threatened species of fauna and fauna both on land in water. It is also a tiger reserve and biosphere reserve dedicated to acting as a haven for many endangered beings seen in the forests of India. Turned to be a national park, Sundarbans is a Heritage Site in the list of UNESCO. If you wish to make a visit to West Bengal, Sundarbans should be marked as one ‘never miss out spot’ since such an ecosystem is rare to rare ones in India.

Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Explore the cities of Andaman and Nicobar islands on your trip to this part of India. Be amazed by the incredible places as you unravel one attraction after another. In the cities of Andaman and Nicobar islands, explore the rich heritage of culture and traditions, meet the local people and know the nuances of their everyday lives, visit numerous historic sites that have stood the test of time like Port Blair, Dak-Omkeh, Eoya, Herbertabad and much more. Also collect several memories as you discover more.

Jharkhand :

Ranchi

Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, is rightly called the City of Waterfalls. Blessed with the best of nature, Ranchi captivates your soul with authority. It is so rich in mineral resources that it is also called as the ‘Manchester of the East’. Here are the top attractions in Ranchi.

Hundru Falls,Dassam Falls,Jonha Falls,Panch Gagh Falls,Birsa Zoological Park,Ranchi Lake,Kanke Dam,Jagannath Temple,Nakshatra Van,Sun Temple,Pahari Mandir,Rock Garden,Deer Park.

Jamshedpur

Jamshedpur owns the pride of being home to Tata Steel, the first private iron and steel company in the country. With many industries, both small and large scale, flourishing here, it is indeed a surprise to see that the city has rich greenery and is environment friendly. Here are the leading attractions in Jamshedpur.

Dalma Hills,Russi Modi Centre of Excellence,Jubilee Park,Jubilee Lake,Jayanti Sarovar,Dimna Lake,Tata Steel Zoological Park,Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary,Hudco Lake,Bhatia Park,Tribal Culture Center,Sir Dorabji Tata Park,Bhuvaneswari Temple,Parsee Fire Temple,Sakchi Gurudwara,Sakchi Masjid
St. Mary’s Church

Palamu

Palamu has a rich past going by legends but authentic evidences are yet to be unearthed. The legends about the land are interesting and present a scenario of rich cultural background. Here are the leading attractions in Palamu.

Palamu Wildlife Sanctuary,Betla National Park,River Koel,Palamu Fort,Upper Ghaghri Waterfalls,Lower Ghaghri Water Falls,Lodh Falls.

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धरतीपुत्र जिसने एक करोड़ से भी अधिक पेड़ लगाए है! – Daripalli Ramaiah

‘‘उन सभी जीवों में मनुष्य सर्वश्रेष्ठ हैं, जो इस पृथ्वी को अपना घर मानते हैं। वह सर्वश्रेष्ठ हैं, क्योंकि वह विचार कर सकता हैं, चिंतन कर सकता हैं। कार्य के सही और गलत होने में भेद कर सकता हैं। वह अपनी चट्टान जैसी इच्छा शक्ति से किसी भी कार्य को मूर्त रूप दे सकता है। प्रकृति ने मानव को पेड़-पौधों के रूप में एक बहुमूल्य उपहार दिया है। इसलिए यह हमारा, हम सबका कर्तव्य बनता हैं कि हम इन उपहारों को संजो कर रखें। बचा कर रखें। अपनी समृद्धि के लिए, मानव जाति की समृद्धि के लिए‘‘

ये विचार है, 68 वर्ष के दरिपल्ली रमैया के|

एक ऐसे व्यक्ति जिन्होंने दृढ़ इच्छा शक्ति एवं प्रकृति के प्रति अपने अकूट प्रेम के बल पर एक करोड़ से भी ज्यादा वृक्षों को लगाकर एक नयी कहानी ही नहीं लिखी बल्कि अपने गाँव और आस-पास के हजारों मील की विरान भूमि को हरियाली के चादर से ढ़क दिया हैं।

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यह उनकी इच्छा शक्ति ही है, कि वर्तमान समय में जहां पेड़ काटना पेड़ लगाने से ज्यादा महत्वपूर्ण समझा जाने लगा हो और जहां वृक्षारोपण के मायने अपने घर के गमले में एक पौधा लगाने तक ही सीमित हो, वहां एक व्यक्ति वृक्षों को बचाने के लिए जेब में बीज और साईकिल पर पौधे रखकर तेलंगना के खम्मम जिले में रोज मीलों लंबा सफर तय करता हैं।

उनका यह कार्य लोगों को आश्चर्यचक्ति तो करता ही हैं, साथ ही यह कार्य व्यक्ति के उस दृढ़ निश्चय और विश्वास को भी चरितार्थ करता है कि प्रकृति ने मनुष्य के अंदर ऐसी कोई इच्छा पैदा ही नहीं की जिसको वह पूरा न कर सके।

दरिपल्ली रमैया तेलंगना राज्य के खम्मम जिले के एक छोटे से गाँव है। पर्यावरण में आ रहे बदलाव, बढ़ते प्रदूषण की मात्रा और वृक्षों की हो रही अंधाधुंध कटाई से दरिपल्ली का मन हमेशा बेचैन रहता था। वे इसके निदान के लिए कुछ करना चाहते थे। तभी उनके मन में वृहद स्तर पर वृक्ष लगाने का विचार आया।

और फिर क्या था वे रोज इसी सोच के साथ जेब में बीज और साईकिल पर पौधे रखकर जिले का लंबा सफर तय करते और जहां कही भी खाली भूमि दिखती वही पौधे लगा देते। प्रारम्भ में उन्होंने ऐसा करके अपने गांव के पूर्व और पश्चिम दिशा में चार-चार कि.मी. के श्रेत्र को हरे-भरे पेड़-पौधों से भर दिया, जिनमें मुख्यतः बेल, पीपल, कदंब और नीम के पेड़ हैं। इन पेड़ों की संख्या आज बढ़कर तीन हजार से भी ज्यादा हो गई हैं।

पर्यावरण प्रेम से वशीभूत होकर दरिपल्ली रमैया इस कार्य को हमेशा आगे बढ़ाते रहे| उन्होंने अपनी जिम्मेदारी सिर्फ वृक्ष लगाने तक ही सीमित नहीं रखी हैं, बल्कि वे स्वयं पेड़-पौधों की देख-रेख भी करते हैं।

वे स्वयं कहते हैं – “मेरा उद्देश्य पौधों को लगा देने भर से ही समाप्त नहीं होता, मेरा काम तो इनको एक छोटे पौधे से पेड़ बनाने के बाद ही समाप्त होता हैं।“

उनकी इस लगन का परिणाम यह हुआ कि आज इस जिले के हजारों हेक्टेयर भूमि में विस्तृत वन श्रेत्र विकसित हो चुका हैं, जिसे राज्य की सरकार ने संरक्षित क्षेत्र घोषित कर दिया हैं।

दरिपल्ली रमैया पेड़-पौधें लगाने वाले एक जुनूनी व्यक्ति भर नहीं हैं। बल्कि वे वृक्षों का चलता-फिरता विश्वकोष हैं। वे पौधों के विभिन्न प्रजातियों, उनके उपयोग और लाभ आदि के विषय में विस्तृत ज्ञान रखते हैं।

वे अपने गाँव के बाहर स्थित पुराने पुस्तकों के दुकानों से पेड़-पौधों से संबंधित किताबें खरीद कर उनका अध्ययन भी करते हैं। उनके पास राज्य में पाये जाने वाले 600 से ज्यादा वृक्षों के बीजों का अनूठा संग्रह भी हैं।

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वे यही नहीं रूके; पर्यावरण के प्रति लोगों को जागरूक करने के लिए उन्होंने कबाड़ के टिन प्लेटों पर वृक्ष बचाओं के नारे रंग-बिरंगे रंगों से लिखकर पूरे गाँव व जिलें में घूमते हैं। वे बड़े ही गर्व से राजमुकुट की भांति टीन की एक टोपी भी पहनते हैं, जिससे वे लोगों को हरियाली बचाने की अपील करते हैं।

एक बार किसी व्यक्ति ने उनके काम से खुश होकर उनके बेटे की शादी पर 5000 रूपये दिये परन्तु यह रमैया का काम के प्रति सर्मपण ही कहा जाएगा कि उन्होंने उस पैसे को भी वृक्षारोपण के कार्य को आगे बढ़ाने में लगा दिया। पैसे की कमी दरिपल्ली के उद्देश्य पूर्ति में कभी बाधा नहीं बनी।



अंत में………

हम सभी ऐसे कार्यों को, जिनका संबंध धन कमाने से होता है, बड़े ही लगन से करते हैं। लेकिन रमैया उन विरले महान व्यक्तियों में है, जिन्होंने अपना संपूर्ण जीवन ऐसे कार्य को करते हुए बिताया हैं, जिससे दूसरों और आने वाली पीढ़ियों की जिंदगी सुरक्षित हो सके।

यदि कोई कार्य के प्रति सर्मपण और जुनून को सही मायने में समझना चाहता हैं, तो दरिपल्ली रमैया का जीवन उनके लिए प्रेरणास्रोत है।


                                                           

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The Right Place

A mother and a baby camel were lying around under a tree.

Then the baby camel asked, “Why do camels have humps?”

The mother camel considered this and said, “We are desert animals so we have the humps to store water so we can survive with very little water.”

The baby camel thought for a moment then said, “Ok…why are our legs long and our feet rounded?”

The mama replied, “They are meant for walking in the desert.”

The baby paused. After a beat, the camel asked, “Why are our eyelashes long? Sometimes they get in my way.”

The mama responded, “Those long thick eyelashes protect your eyes from the desert sand when it blows in the wind.

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The baby thought and thought. Then he said, “I see. So the hump is to store water when we are in the desert, the legs are for walking through the desert and these eye lashes protect my eyes from the desert then why in the Zoo?”

The Lesson: Skills and abilities are only useful if you are in the right place at the right time. Otherwise they go to waste.



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Colonel Sanders | Kentucky Fried Chicken

Once, there was an older man, who was broke, living in a tiny house and owned a beat up car. He was living off of $99 social security checks. At 65 years of age, he decide things had to change. So he thought about what he had to offer. His friends raved about his chicken recipe. He decided that this was his best shot at making a change.

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He left Kentucky and traveled to different states to try to sell his recipe. He told restaurant owners that he had a mouthwatering chicken recipe. He offered the recipe to them for free, just asking for a small percentage on the items sold. Sounds like a good deal, right?

Unfortunately, not to most of the restaurants. He heard NO over 1000 times. Even after all of those rejections, he didn’t give up. He believed his chicken recipe was something special. He got rejected 1009 times before he heard his first yes.

With that one success Colonel Hartland Sanders changed the way Americans eat chicken. Kentucky Fried Chicken, popularly known as KFC, was born.

Remember, never give up and always believe in yourself in spite of rejection.

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Value

A popular speaker started off a seminar by holding up a $20 bill. A crowd of 200 had gathered to hear him speak. He asked, “Who would like this $20 bill?”

200 hands went up.

He said, “I am going to give this $20 to one of you but first, let me do this.” He crumpled the bill up.

He then asked, “Who still wants it?”

All 200 hands were still raised.

“Well,” he replied, “What if I do this?” Then he dropped the bill on the ground and stomped on it with his shoes.

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He picked it up, and showed it to the crowd. The bill was all crumpled and dirty.

“Now who still wants it?”

All the hands still went up.

“My friends, I have just showed you a very important lesson. No matter what I did to the money, you still wanted it because it did not decrease in value. It was still worth $20. Many times in our lives, life crumples us and grinds us into the dirt. We make bad decisions or deal with poor circumstances. We feel worthless. But no matter what has happened or what will happen, you will never lose your value. You are special – Don’t ever forget it!

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Potatoes, Eggs, and Coffee Beans

Once upon a time a daughter complained to her father that her life was miserable and that she didn’t know how she was going to make it. She was tired of fighting and struggling all the time. It seemed just as one problem was solved, another one soon followed.

Her father, a chef, took her to the kitchen. He filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire. Once the three pots began to boil, he placed potatoes in one pot, eggs in the second pot, and ground coffee beans in the third pot.

He then let them sit and boil, without saying a word to his daughter. The daughter, moaned and impatiently waited, wondering what he was doing.

After twenty minutes he turned off the burners. He took the potatoes out of the pot and placed them in a bowl. He pulled the eggs out and placed them in a bowl.

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He then ladled the coffee out and placed it in a cup. Turning to her he asked. “Daughter, what do you see?”

“Potatoes, eggs, and coffee,” she hastily replied.

“Look closer,” he said, “and touch the potatoes.” She did and noted that they were soft. He then asked her to take an egg and break it. After pulling off the shell, she observed the hard-boiled egg. Finally, he asked her to sip the coffee. Its rich aroma brought a smile to her face.

“Father, what does this mean?” she asked.

He then explained that the potatoes, the eggs and coffee beans had each faced the same adversity– the boiling water.

However, each one reacted differently.

The potato went in strong, hard, and unrelenting, but in boiling water, it became soft and weak.

The egg was fragile, with the thin outer shell protecting its liquid interior until it was put in the boiling water. Then the inside of the egg became hard.

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However, the ground coffee beans were unique. After they were exposed to the boiling water, they changed the water and created something new.

“Which are you,” he asked his daughter. “When adversity knocks on your door, how do you respond? Are you a potato, an egg, or a coffee bean? “

Moral:In life, things happen around us, things happen to us, but the only thing that truly matters is what happens within us.

Which one are you?


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The Blind Boy..

A 24 year old boy seeing out from the train’s window shouted…

“Dad, look the trees are going behind!”
Dad smiled and a young couple sitting nearby, looked at the 24 year old’s childish behavior with pity, suddenly he again exclaimed…

“Dad, look the clouds are running with us!”

The couple couldn’t resist and said to the old man…

“Why don’t you take your son to a good doctor?” The old man smiled and said…“I did and we are just coming from the hospital, my son was blind from birth, he just got his eyes today.”

Every single person on the planet has a story. Don’t judge people before you truly know them. The truth might surprise you.


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