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Fascinating Facts About Andaman You Must Know The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are the ideal place to get away. The archipelago has around 572 islands of which only 36 are open to tourists. The island population is an interesting mix of South Indian and Southeast Asian settlers, as well as Negrito ethnic groups on some islands whose arrival here still has anthropologists baffled. Despite being small in size, the Andaman Islands are full of surprises. Here are some interesting facts you didn’t know about the Andaman Islands. #1 The names ‘Andaman’ and ‘Nicobar’ are taken from the Malay Language The name Andaman is presumed to be derived from Hanuman, who was known to the Malays as Handuman.The name Nicobar seems to be a corruption of the South Indian term ‘Nakkavaram’ (Land of the Naked) as indicated in the great Tanjore inscription of AD 1050. #2 Bengali is the most widely-spoken language The most widely spoken language on the islands is Bengali followed by Hindi, Tamil, T...

 Things to do in Kufri Kufri is a resort hill station in the district of Shimla, India. It is located 20 km from the state capital Shimla. The name Kufri is derived from the word kufr meaning "lake" in the local language.  Kufri has a Himalayan wildlife zoo which hosts rare antelopes, felines and birds including the Himalayan monal, the state bird of Himachal Pradesh until 2007. During winter a meandering path through the potato plantations turns into a popular ski track. Today, Kufri has already become one of the hotspot for Indian tourism. This hill station is one of the most visited holiday destinations. It opens a passage for the rest of the popular tourist destinations such as Shimla, Manali, and Rewalsar. Since there are various things to do in Kufri, one can spend quality time here.  Top 10 things to do when you are in Kufri: Hiking Hiking is the best way to explore through a thick forest of deodar and spiff up to the top. Mahasu Peak remains a ...

Dalhousie - Pleasant climate and scenic beauty Dalhousie is a hill station in Chamba district, in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated on five hills and has an elevation of 1,970 m (6,460 ft) above sea level. This pristine hill station is accompanied by colonial charm and misty mountains. Because of its proximity to the Dhauladhar mountain range, Dalhousie enjoys a pleasant weather throughout the year which attract thousands of visitors Dalhousie has a lot for the individuals who love to explore. While some prefer adventurous activities, some prefer spending time in into the nature with their friends and family. No matter where you go in Dalhousie, you will always find scenic landscapes, lush greenery, and misty mountains, all of which are beautiful to watch. Things To Do In Dalhousie: Go boating at the Chamera Lake: Nestled in a valley in the midst of pine forests, the lake is an excellent site for activities like angling and boating. The Chamera...

  Shillong - Scotland of East Shillong is a hill station in the northeastern part of India and the capital of Meghalaya. It is said that the rolling hills around the town reminded the British of Scotland. Hence, they would also refer to it as the "Scotland of the East". The name Shillong is derived from U-Shyllong, a powerful deity and is situated at an altitude of 1,491m above sea level. The city lies in the centre of a plateau and is surrounded by hills. Apart from the natural beauty, Shillong also acts as the gateway to Meghalaya, the state famous for heavy rainfall, caves, tallest waterfalls, beautiful landscapes and amazing people and their culture. Shillong is also fast emerging as an education hub for the entire northeastern region. Things to do in Shillong: Boating in Umiam Lake: Umiam Lake (locally known as Dam sait) is a reservoir in the hills 15 km (9.3 mi) north of Shillong in the state of Meghalaya. Umiam Dam, which impounds the lake, was built by the Assam State...