| Madras
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The gateway to the sunny south, the capital of Tamilnadu is also
the seat of ancient civilisation with a rich heritage of fine arts,
sculptures and architecture. Sightseeing of Madras includes the
National Art Gallery and Museum, Fort st. George, the Fort Museum,
St. Mary's church. A drive along the Marina Beach. Visit to the
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| Mysore |
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Mysore is a city of palaces, gardens, and oriental splendour. By
far the most impressive is the Maharajah's palace, a massive edifice
where the Oriental decorative imagination runs wild. The palace,
one of the biggest of its kind in India, accomplishes a sort of
synthesis of Hindu and Muslim styles. But then everything seems
palatial in Mysore, even if its only the Railway Office. A short
distance outside the city is a sparkling white, dignified edifice,
the Lalitha Mahal, now converted into a hotel.
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| Mahabalipuram
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Also known as the second pagodas, Mahabalipuram is a pleasant seaside
resort. The principal attraction for the tourist lies in the wonderful
Monolithic monuments and stone sculptures. The important monuments
are the five Raths, the bas-relief on a huge rock popularly known
as Arjuna's penance.
The Mahisasura Mandapam, the Krishna Mandapam and the Shore Temple.
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| Madurai |
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One of the most ancient cities in India dating back to the 6th century
BC, it is renowned for the Meenakshi Temple. A seat of Tamil learning
and Tamil Sangams (Academies), Madurai was the capital of the Pandyan
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| Mandawa
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Mandawa is a magnificent castle set in the heart of the desert.
Ceremonial chariots and carriages adorn the central square of the
fort as you arrive to the strumming of drums. Nearby is the picturesque
village of Shekhawati whose ancient houses are decorated with colourful
frescoes.
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| Mount
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Situated on an isolated plateau about 4000 feet above sea level,
Abu combines the pleasures of a hill resort with the interests of
an archaeological excursion. High up in the steep valleys are five
Jain shrines, famous for ornamental skill in intricate stone work
and as pieces of great architectural virtuosity.
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| Orcha
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Charming medieval township built upon the banks of the pretty Betwa
river. Built by the Bundela Rajputs it has a fortress with some
exquisite palaces. Most noteworthy is the 17th century Jahangir
Mahal. The Laxmi Temple shows fine examples of Bundela art.
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| Ooty
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Also called ' Udhagamandalam', Ooty is the ' Queen of the Hill Stations',
situated at an altitude of 7500 ft. Splendid green downs, lofty
hills of extraordinary scenic beauty and a pleasant English summer
climate make a perfect vacation.
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