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Hello, my name is Snehal. I am a blogger based in Pune. Through Splendid Traveler, I would like to share a few experiences of my Life, traveling moments, movie reviews, and present readers with some handy tips.
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Manali – Valley of the Gods

Manali Himachal Pradesh India

Himachal Pradesh – the place where the mighty Himalayas meets the lands and it offers you a world different from the rest. Every place is a site worth visiting and Manali is the crown conglomerating the old mountain cultures and traditions with the newer practices.  A trip to Manali greets you with its pristine clear skies, charming pine woods, the still valleys, and the snake-like winding roads climbing up and down the mountains carrying you to your destinations. If you want to witness snowfall, this is your place. Hampta & Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Gulaba, Kothi, Manikaran, Kasol, Hidimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple, as well as the Bhrigu Lake are some of the most visited places in & near Manali.  Different kinds of people take a trip to Manali at least once in their lifetime.  Those that belong to the bustling cities are exhilarated by their trip to Manali, and…

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Best Day Outings near Bangalore

Best Day Outings near Bangalore

1. Mango Foris Adventure Camp @ Mango Foris, Ramanagara Looking for a place where you can spend a day? Then welcome to the beautiful Mango Foris Adventure Camp at Ramanagara, surrounded by the SRS Hills (Remember the hills and the backdrop of Bollywood movie Sholay?). It is just a one-hour drive away from Bengaluru. With its well-equipped tents, mango orchards, and attentive staff, this campsite will surely invite you to quench your trekking thirst at Yogi Betta trek. It is no doubt one of the best day outings near Bengaluru.   2. Sullia Off-Road Trip @ Sullia Experience a home away from home with nature at Surya or Sullia in southern Karnataka on one of the best day outings near Bengaluru. It is a six-hour drive through the beautiful views of waterfalls, misty mountains, dense forest, and much more. Engage in Patti Ghat drive, off-road tractor ride, and off-road Jeep…

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Chikkamagaluru – The Coffee Land

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Chikkamagaluru, a slice of paradise in the state of Karnataka, India. Be it coffee, beautiful mountains, western ghats, lush greenery, wildlife, exotic flora & fauna, pilgrim spots & historical temples, and whatnot. Chikkamagaluru has all of it and beyond!! If you’re planning and thinking about places to visit in Karnataka, make sure to add Chikkamagaluru first on your list!   Interesting Fact The Largest exporter of coffee in the country is Namma Chikkamagaluru. Only true Kannadiga would know this!!!   Chikkamagaluru History The name literally means the ‘The town of Youngest Daughter’. Have you ever wondered? How it got its name? This place was gifted to the younger daughter Rukmangada, d/o chief of sakrepatna (as a part of dowry). Interesting!!! Right? Chikkamagaluru owns the title “The Coffee Land of India”, as it has the history of best coffee plantations, and the first-ever coffee plantations in India were cultivated here. If…

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Best Things to do in Singapore

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With things getting back to normal after the worldwide pandemic of the Novel COVID 19 virus, tourists are again back to their favorite tourist destinations. Well, among all the tourist destinations in the world, Singapore remains one of the favorite places to visit. A city with many contrasts, Singapore is always on the top bucket list of tourists. Though small in size, this city has full of surprises hidden in its nook and canny. Singapore has everything for all segments, including the rich and the simpler folks. Right from the historical shop-houses to the landscaped architectural wonders, Singapore is the right destination to suffice one’s visual cravings. If you plan a small vacation to Singapore, do not forget to enjoy these things here. Stroll along the Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade is a 3.5-kilometer walk along the bay. While walking along this waterfront, people come across many…

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Top 5 Treks In The Himalayas

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Liberation is what we all strive to find but somehow we get trapped in sullen, grumpy and crabby lifestyle. Each one of us remains bound by automated schedules and jammy layers of comfort. In this machination, we lose ourselves to managers, work, and service. Life is too short to give our entirety to others. How about taking a break and finding ourselves against the backdrop of nature? Sounds interesting, no? Yes, trekking is the answer for ousting the eeyorish air off your life. No one in this world is actually free of worries but we as individuals feel as if I am the only one suffering the most. If this is what you too feel, time for you to push yourself into more challenging tasks. Come out of your digs to experience the tempestuous rocks, feel the fresh air and set new challenges for yourself.  Here are the few most…

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How to Apply for Dubai Visa from India

How to Apply for Dubai Visa from India

If you are planning to fly to Dubai, you probably already know that the city boasts incredible architecture, unparalleled entertainment, extravagant attractions and all kinds of unique experiences. Touring this destination is spellbinding. It leaves you in awe of its splendor and opulence carving an irreplaceable impression. Travelling is fun, indeed, but the visa process of every country could interrupt the game. Every time the vacationers have to get a visa for a new country, it tears them down knowing that now all the hustle they would have to do on their own. But it’s time to burst this myth, as the Dubai visa processing has become a very streamlined method with several experts coming forward to help and making it hassle-free. Read this guide and find all your queries answered on the Dubai visa application. Do Indians need a Visa for Dubai/ UAE? Yes, all Indian passport holders require…

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Visa Process for Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand for Indians

visa process for Singapore Malaysia Thailand for Indians

The eNTRI visa was introduced in April 2017 by Singapore, Malaysia, & Thailand government to facilitate easier entrance for Indians. The multiple entry visa will allow you to travel to Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia along with a Visa approval timeline of just 48 hours. It must be used within three months of the visa grant and valid for 15 days. While traveling to Malaysia for tourism or business purpose this guide for Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand visa for Indians will cover almost everything which you need to know. Visa Process to Singapore, Malaysia, & Thailand for Indians It is easier and faster to get a Singapore, Malaysia, & Thailand tourist visa for Indian passport holders with the increasing tourist flow from India to Singapore. Please keep the below points in mind before applying for a Singapore Malaysia, & Thailand tourist visa: With a validity of 2 years, Singapore, Malaysia, & Thailand…

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Tame Your Travelling Aspirations at Your Next Pilgrimage Tour to South India

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India may be a country that speaks of faith and is evermore religious. Massive temples symbolic of ancient design and carvings or tiny temples residing in stone buildings will all be found in the Republic of India. The pilgrimage journey has been given nice importance in Indian faith. The nonsecular beliefs of the individuals of the Republic of India are thousands of years recent and are still constant. The South Republic of India is home to many Pilgrimage journey sites that are renowned all around the world and are visited by a good range of devotees per annum. The sweetness of those nonsecular sites becomes a lot of apparent once one visits them. Full with nonsecular fervor and zeal, a visit to those pilgrimage journey spots exhibits the unrelenting religion of devotees who return here to pay their respects. The temples here aren’t solely lovely and enticing in their design,…

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The Main Information to Know Before Visiting Bangalore/Bengaluru

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Bangalore is the fourth-largest city in India, but also the capital of the state of Karnataka. Situated in the south-central part of the country, the city has the reputation of being the cradle of India’s future, nicknamed India’s Silicon Valley. Its special charm lies in the fusion between technological globalization and the living traditions of Indian culture. If you have found cheap travel to India, here is what you have to know before going to Bangalore. Architecture The Bull Temple, one of the oldest temples in the city, is the destination of worshippers from all over the world who come to pray. The main attraction of the temple is a huge bull sculpture carved in granite, representing the Nandi (15 feet tall, over 20 feet long), and a leading figure of the Hindu religion. The Bangalore Palace, completed in 1887, is built in an unusual style for the city as…

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Sandakphu Phalut Trek – Highest Peak of West Bengal

Sandakphu Phalut trek

West Bengal, one of the most populous states of India, has an ambivalent history of its state hidden in its very name, traces its history even beyond the times of kings and kingdoms. The birthplace of Buddhism, The mountains and landscapes of West Bengal, undoubtedly offers, some of the most peaceful and offbeat trails in Himalayan trekking. Nestled in the foothills of this state, is the queen of the hill, that is, the town of Darjeeling, in the northern heights of West Bengal. Sandakphu Trek Route Although, trekking in West Bengal is rare and is not so popular, here, in Darjeeling resides one of the most beautiful trekking range of West Bengal, that, Sandakphu Trek, often highlighted in the world’s major expeditions and one of the most enthralling treks of West Bengal. Sitting at the height of 11,929 ft, Sandakphu Peak is also the highest peak of West Bengal separated…

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