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About Indian Naval Aviation Museum:

Inaugurated in 1998, this museum is one of only two military museums in India. In fact, it is the only Naval aviation museum in all of Asia. The museum displays a number of aircraft that were used by the indian navy throughout its history. These are displayed outside in the museum’s open air gallery.

The interior of the museum is designed to look like the interior of a naval aircraft carrier the INS Viraat and has a number of interesting galleries displaying naval equipment, prominent battles, a simulation room and an extensive granite plaque paying tribute to those brave souls who gave their lives in service of their country.

The museum is open to public from Tuesday to Sunday from 9.30am to 5.30pm. The museum does, however, remain closed on National Holidays. A day at the museum is a pleasant outing at any time of the year.
Upon entering the museums premises, the first sentinel is the bulking form of the Super Constellation, a craft originally used as a passenger plane by the Indian Airlines. It was later handed over to the Air Force as a transport vehicle, who then gave it over to the Indian Navy. It was eventually decommissioned but has remained within the Naval purview.The outdoor gallery has an impressive display of 13 aircrafts, both planes and helicopters as well as a display of aircraft engines and parts. The thirteen crafts on display are

Short Sealand Mk 2 (IN 106), Fairey Firefly TT Mk1 (IN 112), HAL HT-2 (BX 748), Hawker Sea Hawk FGA Mk 100 (IN 234), Breguet Alizé (IN 202), de Havilland Dove (IN 124), HAL Chetak (IN 475), Hughes Hu-300 (IN 083), Westland Sea King Mk 42 (IN 505), Lockheed L1049G Super Constellation (IN 315), Kamov Ka-25 (IN 573), Sea Harrier FRS.51 (IN 621).

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The museum displays a number of aircraft that were used by the indian navy throughout its history. These are displayed outside in the museum’s open air gallery.

Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon

Location: Vasco da Gama, Bogmalo, Goa, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Goa International Airport

The nearest Airport Goa International Airport. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Goa International Airport to Indian Naval Aviation Museum is 3.6kms

Railway Station: Vasco-Da-Gama railway station

The nearest Railway station Vasco-Da-Gama railway station . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Vasco-Da-Gama railway station to Indian Naval Aviation Museum is 8.4kms

Bus Stand: Bogmalo Bus Stand

The nearest Bus Stand Bogmalo Bus Stand We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Bogmalo Bus Stand to Indian Naval Aviation Museum is 1.1kms

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About Indian Naval Maritime Museum:

The Maritime Museum in Kochi is India’s ode to the glorious past of its majestic Navy. Here we get a glimpse of the formidable sagas, genesis and dealings of one of the top 10 naval powers in the world today. Located on the INS Dronacharya, the history and evolution of our naval forces is on full display here.

The journey takes you on a special trip that begins from the Indus Valley Civilization. From there we learn about Kerala’s trade links with the Arabs, its famous maritime hero Kunjali Marakkar; influence of India’s maritime power in South East Asia and the  Colonisation of the Indian sub-continent by European powers. The Navy’s origins in Surat along with features on shipbuilding are particularly popular attractions here. There is a special section dedicated to post-independence naval victories which include: Junaghad Operation, the Goa Liberation, Indo-Pak Conflicts of 1965 and 1971, Operation Cactus, Operation Pawan and the strategic manoeuvres during Kargil War.

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The Maritime Museum in Kochi is India’s ode to the glorious past of its majestic Navy. Here we get a glimpse of the formidable sagas, genesis and dealings of one of the top 10 naval powers in the world today. Located on the INS Dronacharya, the history and evolution of our naval forces is on full display here.

Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon

Location: Kochi, Kerala, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Cochin International Airport

The nearest Airport Cochin International Airport . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Cochin International Airport to Indian Naval Maritime Museum is 46.8kms

Railway Station: Ernakulam Junction railway station

The nearest Railway station Ernakulam Junction railway station . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Ernakulam Junction railway station to Indian Naval Maritime Museum is 11.6kms

Bus Stand: Ernakulam Ksrtc bus stand

The nearest Bus Stand Ernakulam Ksrtc bus stand We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Ernakulam Ksrtc bus stand to Indian Naval Maritime Museum is 12.6kms

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About Yana Caves:

Yana caves is one of the finest creations of nature, located in Kumta in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, this cave is both alluring and mysterious. Pitch black in color, the cave is formed of karst limestone, well-known for its unique structure and pattern of formation. Located right in the middle of forests in Kumta, the marvelous rocks stand tall at a height of 390 ft. The humongous rocks have two distinct peaks, the Bhairaveshwara Shikhara which is the tallest peak, and the Mohini Shikhara. Yana village enjoys quite a rocky landscape owing to the majestic Western Ghats. The contrast of the magnificent black caves against the lush green trees in the forest is an absolute delight to travelers and tourists.

The region around the Yana caves is gorgeous, complete with mountains, waterfalls, and one of a kind rock formation. If you love adventure and enjoy thrilling experiences, take a tour to Yana caves and you will fall short of words to describe the whole feeling. The most striking feature is obviously the black color, however, if noticed closely the amazing forces that created such a beautiful, natural structure is equally awe-inspiring.

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The treks to the caves have beautiful traveling trail surrounded by lush green forest, mesmerizing scenic beauty of the landscape, beautiful caves, bubbling river and variety of flora and fauna.

Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon

Location: Yana, Kumta,Uttar Kannada, Karnataka, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Goa International Airport

The nearest Airport Goa International Airport. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Goa International Airport to Yana Caves is 159.4kms

Railway Station: Kumta Railway Station

The nearest Railway station Kumta Railway Station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Kumta Railway Station to Yana Caves is 29.6kms

Bus Stand: Kumta New Bus Station

The nearest Bus Stand Kumta New Bus Station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Kumta New Bus Station to Yana Caves is 23.3kms

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About Shree Mahaganapathi Temple Gokarna:

Maha Ganapathy Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vinayaga located at Gokarna in Karnataka State, India. The Temple is located at about 100 meters from Mahabaleshwar Temple. Lord Ganesh Idol is a standing one which is quite unique and dates back to Ramayana Period. This is an ancient temple, built in honour of Bala Ganesha who saved the Athma Lingam from Ravana.

This is a very small temple located in the vicinity of Mahabaleshwar Temple. This Temple houses the granite image of Ganesha. The image is 5 feet (1.5m) tall and two-handed; at the top of its head there is hole that is said to be a mark of a violent blow inflicted by Ravana. This will be shown by the priest on our request in early morning time during abishekam time. At that time devotees are allowed into the garbha griha and to touch the loard and place ‘garika’ at  lord’s feet.

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A place of worship and Ancient place

Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon

Location: Gokarna, Karnataka, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Goa International Airport

The nearest Airport Goa International Airport. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Goa International Airport to Shree Mahaganapathi Temple Gokarna is 146.1kms

Railway Station: Ankola railway junction Station

The nearest Railway station Ankola railway junction Station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Ankola railway junction Station to Shree Mahaganapathi Temple Gokarna is 23.3kms

Bus Stand: Gokarna main bus stand

The nearest Bus Stand Gokarna main bus stand. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Gokarna main bus stand to Shree Mahaganapathi Temple Gokarna is 1.3kms

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About Mahabaleshwar Temple Gokarna:

The Mahabaleshwar Temple in Gokarna enshrines the Aatmalinga or Pranalinga of Lord Shiva. This is one of the best places to visit in Gokarna. This temple is regarded second only to the Kashi Vishwanatha Temple in Varanasi and is often called the Dakshina Kashi. The temple is said to be one of the seven sacred Muktikshetras and is visited by Hindus to perform the death rites for their ancestors.

According to the legend, Ravana performed a severe penance to Lord Shiva to possess his powerful Atmalinga. Pleased by his penance, Shiva gives him the Atmalinga. He had been instructed by Lord Shiva not to keep the Atmalinga on the ground, since it would be fixed wherever it touched ground. Ravana was stopped here for his evening prayers while going back to Lanka. In order to avoid Ravana misusing the Atmalinga, Lord Ganesh was sent by devatas in the avatar of a boy offered to hold the Atmalinga and then keep it on the ground. Eventually, the Aatmalinga was installed at Gokarna. In spite of Ravana trying hard with mighty power or Maha Bala, the Shivalingam stayed here fixed in the place. Ravana, in extreme anger, tried to pull out the Atmalinga from the ground, breaking it in the process. These pieces then resulted in the establishment of various temples in Karnataka.

This temple is very ancient and enhanced through several centuries. This temple represents the Dravidian architectural style and has been constructed using white granite stones. The six feet tall Shivalinga is enclosed in a square Saligrama Peetham. The 1500 years old carved stone image of Lord Shiva in the standing position, is also worshipped here. Vinayaka, Chandikeswara, Aadi Gokarneswara, and Dattatreya shrines are also present here. There is a shrine of Taamragowri behind the sanctum. The Koti theertham is the most sacred theertham of the place.

In this temple, devotees can enter the sanctum sanctorum, touch Aatmalinga, and can perform Abhisheka with their own hands. Before visiting this temple, tourists take a dip in the holy water of the Arabian Sea.

Shivarathri is the main festival celebrated here and tourists from all over South India visit the temple on this auspicious occasion.

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A place of worship and Ancient place

Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon

Location: Gokarna, Uttar Kannada, Karnataka, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Goa International Airport

The nearest Airport Goa International Airport. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Goa International Airport to Mahabaleshwar Temple Gokarna is 146kms

Railway Station: Ankola railway junction Station

The nearest Railway station Ankola railway junction Station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Ankola railway junction Station to Mahabaleshwar Temple Gokarna is 23.2kms

Bus Stand: Gokarna main bus stand

The nearest Bus Stand Gokarna main bus stand. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Gokarna main bus stand to Shree Mahabaleshwar Temple Gokarna is 1.2kms

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About Palaruvi WaterFalls:

Palaruvi Waterfalls, which literally translates to ‘Stream of Milk’, comes down through rocks from a height of 300 feet. This has turned into a delightful picnic spot where one can enjoy a spectacular view uninterrupted. The rocky terrain one has to traverse before reaching it can be cumbersome but once these majestic waterfalls come into sight, any kind of fatigue disappears immediately. The cool water is frequented by those seeking a refreshing dip and it regularly attracts people in large numbers.

• The best way to enjoy your time with friends or family is by planning a picnic with them. Arrange for some food and you are sure to enjoy.
• Swimming is a very popular activity in the Palaruvi Waterfalls. Tourists and travellers usually either take a bath or go for a swim. There is also a restricted area separately made where women and children can swim.
• If you love photography you will love this place. The milky white water of the waterfall makes it a great background for amazing snaps.

isiting hours: 08:00 – 16:00 hrs

Entrance Fees: Above 13 years: Rs. 25/-
Children (5-13 years): Rs. 10/-

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The best way to enjoy your time with friends or family is by planning a picnic with them. Arrange for some food and you are sure to enjoy.

Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon

Location: Aryankavu, Palaruvi, Kollam, Kerala, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Trivandrum International Airport

The nearest Airport Trivandrum International Airport . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Trivandrum International Airport to Palaruvi WaterFalls is 100.3kms

Railway Station: Kollam Junction Railway Station

The nearest Railway station Kollam Junction Railway Station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Kollam Junction Railway Station to Palaruvi WaterFalls is 83.7Kms

Bus Stand: Punalur Bus Station

The nearest Bus Stand Punalur Bus Station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Punalur Bus Station to Palaruvi WaterFalls is 36.1Kms

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About Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary:

Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary in Kollam is a beautiful natural haven located in Southern Kerala. It was established in 1984 and covers a total area of 171 sq. km. It is the only wildlife sanctuary in the district and is renowned for its biodiversity and beauty.

Shenduruny Wildlife sanctuary welcomes you with the magnificent tuskers, the roaring tigers, jumping Deer’s, singing birds to the home of natures house. Apart from this, the flora of the sanctuary is quite pleasing. Unlike a zoo, the sanctuary facilitates the wildlife to enjoy their life as like in their natural habitat. The artificial lake constructed in the sanctuary is the water source for the wild species, where one can spot the animals during their safari. The wildlife sanctuary is a part of the Agasthyamalai biosphere reserve. Also, the wildlife sanctuary shows the Thenmala Eco Tourism which is around the wildlife sanctuary

Trekking Trails of Shendurney – Thenmala
The wild forest of Shendurney offers an opportunity to the eco-tourists to explore the unique beauty of wilderness of Shendurney Forests along two types of trekking programmes– Soft trekking and Hard trekking. Some of the popular hard trekking are Sky Walk, Reservoir Walk and Wet ‘N’ Wild trial. Explore the trekking trails
Boating at the Reservoir
The Parappar Dam reservoir inside Shendurney forest offers boating facility for the travellers.

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It is a gorgeous place to just relax and enjoy a nice picnic.

Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon

Location: Thenmala, Kollam, Kerala, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Trivandrum International Airport

The nearest Airport Trivandrum International Airport . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Trivandrum International Airport to Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary is 83.9kms

Railway Station: Kollam Junction Railway Station

The nearest Railway station Kollam Junction Railway Station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Kollam Junction Railway Station to Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary is 67.3Kms

Bus Stand: Kollam KSRTC Bus Station

The nearest Bus Stand Kollam KSRTC Bus Station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Kollam KSRTC Bus Station to Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary is 69.4Kms

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About St Thomas Fort:

Fort Thomas or St. Thomas Fort or Fortaleza da São Tomé, also known as Tangasseri Fort, is a ruined fort located in the beach town of Tangasseri on the shores of the Arabian Sea in the city of Kollam, Kerala, India. It is located around 5 kilometres from the city center of Kollam and 71 kilometres from the state capital Thiruvananthapuram.

The trading center of pepper, also known as Tangasseri fort, this heritage center of Kollam has a rich trade history and culture. Situated in East Tangasseri on the banks of the Arabian sea in Kerala, the fort is 50 feet high and faces the beach. The fort remains as one of the most important archaeological sites in Kollam, attracting tourists to visit this monument and unwind its historical trading link.

The rustic appearance and lush green surroundings of the fort makes it an excellent point for photography and mesmerises the travellers with its exquisite architecture. If you are a history lover, visit this fort to learn about the Portuguese, the Dutch, and the British rulers.

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St Thomas Fort is a nice place for photography where in we can have good snaps at these place enjoyed and a great time with friends and Unreveal the trading history.

Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon

Location: Thangassery, Kollam, Kerala, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Trivandrum International Airport

The nearest Airport Trivandrum International Airport . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Trivandrum International Airport to St Thomas Fort is 69kms

Railway Station: Kollam Junction Railway Station

The nearest Railway station Kollam Junction Railway Station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Kollam Junction Railway Station to St Thomas Fort is 3.6Kms

Bus Stand: Kollam KSRTC Bus Station

The nearest Bus Stand Kollam KSRTC Bus Station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Kollam KSRTC Bus Station to St Thomas Fort is 3Kms

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About St Mary’s Knanaya Church:

Kaduthuruthy Marth Mariam Knanaya Major Archiepiscopal Church, commonly called Kaduthuruthy Valiapally or the Great Church of Kaduthuruthy, is a historic church founded by the Knanaya community in 400 C.E. The Knanaya are the descendants of Syriac Judeo-Christians who migrated from Persian Mesopotamia to Kodungallur, Kerala, during the medieval era.

In 1911 the church was incorporated into Kottayam Knanaya Archeparchy of the Syro Malabar Catholic Church. Due to its historical significance, Kaduthuruthy Valiyapally holds the status of forane, or senior church among Knanaya churches within the Kaduthuruthy region. In 2020, along with other historic and prominent churches of the Syro Malabar communion, Kaduthuruthy Valiyapally was elevated to major archeparchial status.

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A place of worship and Ancient place

Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon

Location: Kaduthuruthy , Kottayam, Kerala, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Cochin International Airport

The nearest Airport Cochin International Airport . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Cochin International Airport to St Mary’s Knanaya Church is 63.2Kms

Railway Station: Kaduthuruthy railway station

The nearest Railway station Kaduthuruthy railway station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Kaduthuruthy railway station to St Mary’s Knanaya Church is 2Kms

Bus Stand: Kaduthuruthy Bus stand

The nearest Bus Stand Kaduthuruthy Bus stand. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Kaduthuruthy Bus stand to St Mary’s Knanaya Church is 450m