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Malabar Tourism - Kerala
2008-08-28T03:03:00.000-07:00Beaches, rivers, mountains, forests, Ayurveda - although Kerala of north has all, it received only 6% of more than 515.000 foreign tourists who visited last year the state. But that changes, thanks to the beginning given by the zone of Wayanad.
The zones more in north of the state six - Kasaragod, Kannur, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Malappuram and Palakkad - have a basic problem, misses infrastructure for tourists. In the zone of hill of Wayanad, the various contractors put to the top of lodgings at the inhabitant - a favourite with tourists. The zone has now approximately 40 homestays at the inhabitant. Fifteen of the 40 have already certificates of classification of the service of tourism of Kerala. The option of lodging at the inhabitant in Wayanad always largely is not known abroad. The zone of Wayanad needs always approximately 600 additional rooms to satisfy the request at the maximum season of tourists. The majority of homestays at the inhabitant came in two last years, it are added. The hills and the forests are by no means only attractions on sale in the area of Hefty fellow - because Kerala of north is known. The potential of tourism of beach remains mainly unexploited, in spite of the presence of the famous historical spots such as Bekal in the zone of Kasaragod, which has a resource near. Only one restricted number tourists visit the beaches here. The numbers very small are compared to the tourists visiting of the beaches like Kovalam.arunsubruOnam Celebrations and Onam Tour Package
2008-08-23T03:13:00.000-07:00The national festival of kerala, onam is just days away. This is years onam is to be celebrated 12th of September 2008. How you are going to celebrate onam? For years onam is celebrated as a group festival. Onam is the time for reunion of relatives and friends in kerala. During onam keralites who are settled abroad used to fly back home and enjoy onam in with their near and dear ones in kerala.
Indian Tour Planners a travel and tour operator from kerala has introduced onam celebrations package. Indian Tour Planners has introduced a one day celebration package which is arranged at a beautiful resort located in poovar trivandrum.
The Package includes transfer from trivandrum airport to resort, boat transfer from boat jetty to the resort, welcome drink on arrival, enjoy onam games, onam sadya with two types of payasams, after having lunch visit the beach and near by destinations, have tea and snacks in the aternoon, transfer to trivandrum airport.
Every thing will be arranged by the travel operator to enjoy onam in a traditional way. Make this onam memorable with this specially arranged tour package for you. Visit the website to send your query regarding this by visit the page, http://www.indiantourplanners.com/onam-celebrations-package.phparunsubruKerala Weekend Tours
2008-08-08T00:43:00.000-07:00
At the end of a long and stressful week do you feel like you want some relation? What you will ask for is relaxing weekend to refuel and recharge your mind and soul there no better place to spend it in kerala. For people who want to take a break from concrete jungle and city life, we will recommend you for an exotic weekend and be back to work completely rejuvenated and refreshed. Kerala Tourism is offering weekend packages in the name of "weekend gateways @ gods own country". Normally a weekend getaway is not supposed to be time consuming one and expensive. Spending a few hours or days out of town to enjoy the scenic beauty fresh air is just a weekend away. IndianTourPlanners offers kerala weekend tour packages in all destinations of kerala. Visit the webpage of kerala weekend tours to find out the tour packages in offer.arunsubruCostliest Tour Packages are in Offer !!!
2008-08-06T23:55:00.000-07:00Do you have enough money to spend for the costliest tour package in the world. Make follies dreamy long holiday weekend in the Emirates! Is this what the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi offered as a package, which is claimed to be the the most expensive tour package in the world. The tour package is designed in such a way the it includes tickets for the first class flight ticket, a chauffeur-driven limousine and treatments daily spa in one of the most luxurious place in the world, and even a day trip to Iran for weaving carpets as per the wish of the traveller. The flight for the tour package is offered by Ethihad Airways. As per information from the sources this tour packages is being offered to establish Abu Dhabi as the preferred destination for world-class vacationing. From this huge sum of money, a part of it will be donated to social and charitable organizations working in United Arab Emitates. The Package is included with tour packages to different and exotic destinations in countries like Bahrain, Iran and Jordan. If you want to spend you vacation with the most luxurious tour package in the world, ask for more details with Abu Dhabi tourism. Happy holidaying.arunsubruTravel and Tourism Fair in India
2008-08-06T23:20:00.000-07:00Gujarat Tourism Corporation and Tourism Corporation of Andhra Pradesh has been jointly decalred as the winners for the best pavilion in the travel and trade fair of tourism. Runner up in this category was selected as Karnataka Tourism. The rewards of group participation is jointly bagged by the tourism corporation of Uttarakhand tourism and tourism corporation of Himachal Pradesh. Maharashtra tourism development corporation was given reward for the best leisure product's. In this tourism fair the best most creative advertising campaign was given to Madhya Pradesh Tourism. In most of the previous years kerala used to secure some of the best positions in tourism rewared but this time kerala tourism was given the reward for the best print promotional material and it is being shared with dubai tourism and the tourism department of jharkahand.arunsubruCurrent Economic Scenario and Tourism Sector
2008-08-06T22:16:00.000-07:00Rationalization of tax structure is being demanded by hotel industry in India in order to compete with other countries in Asia, especially when the tourism sector is experiencing a heavy drop this year because of globally affected economic recession.
The tax paid by a tourist in India is much higher when compared to other countries in Southeast Asia. As per sources the hotel industry is striving to hard to cope with the current economic situations. The tourism and travel sector contributes 32 percent to GDP. Hospitality sector is a major contributor to national GDP and serves as a helping hand for the states economy. Moreover 15 to 7 per cent of industrial growth and heavy surcharge on aviation turbine fuel has its own impact on the tourism industry. In this situation flight operators had to reduce their flights from and to different tourist destinations. Because of some bad media news regarding security concerns in Goa the issue of visas to Britain's has been delayed by the embassy. This is another major concern with affected the industry. The hospitality sector has pleaded the tourism industry of India to reduce tax for the sector to sustain the business and compete with other countries, particularly South-East Asian countriesarunsubruBeaches of Goa
2008-07-12T03:44:00.000-07:00
Differently known as Pearl of the Orient and a paradise for tourists , the state of Goa is located on the west coast of India in the coastal belt known as Konkan. The magnificent natural beauty and architectural splendours of its temples, churches and old houses have made Goa a firm favourite with travellers around the world. But on the other hand, Goa is much more than just beaches and the sea It has a soul which comes deep into the unique history, rich culture and a more beautiful landscape normal that India has to offer. Much of the real Goa is in its interiors, inside its buildings and in the hinterland from the coastal regions. Legends of indou Lord Parshuram, an incarnation of credit mythology of Lord Vishnu with the creation of Goa. Over the centuries various dynasties have ordered Goa. Rashtrakutas, Kadambas, Silaharas, Chalukyas, Bahamani Muslims and most famous Portuguese were the rules of Goa. Goa was liberated by the Indian army of Portuguese colonization on December 19, 1961 and became a union territory with enclaves of Daman and Diu. On 30 May 1987 Goa was granted statehood and became the 25th state of the Republic of India. Having been the meeting point of races, religions and cultures of east and the west over the centuries, Goa has a lifestyle multi-hued and distinctive very different from the rest of India. The communities indoues and Catholics make up almost the entire population with the representation of minority Muslims and other religions. All communities have mutual respect toward one another and their secular outlook gave Goa a long and unbroken tradition of religious harmony. The warm and tolerant nature of the Goans allows them to celebrate and appreciate the various religious festivals such as Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, Christmas, Easter and identification with equal enthusiasm. The state of Goa maharashtra frames on the north, the state of Karnataka on the south and east. The vast expanse of the Arabian Sea on the western forms the magnificent coastline for which Goa is simply famous. Panaji (Panjim) is the state capital located on the banks of the river and the Mandovi Vasco, Margao, Mapusa and Ponda are the other main towns. Goa airport is maintained by international / national located near Dabolim Vasco. A type bus network between states and one state to another also plays an important role in getting locals and visitors similar in and around Goa. The vast expanse of green mountain range of Sahyadri ensure that Goa has an abundance of water. The sea and rivers abound in seafood - prawns, mackerel, sardines, crabs and lobsters are most popular with the locals and visitors. With English which is widely spoken everywhere Goa, Konkani and Marathi languages are state. The national language Hindi is also good in most areas around the state. The Goan cuisine is a mixture of different influences that the Goans had to endure for centuries. The staple food in Goa is fish and rice, among Hindus and Catholics. Unlike the Christian food of the Hindu Goan food is not strongly influenced by the Portuguese cuisine. Since the arrival of hippies in the'60s, Goa was an important destination on the itinerary of international tourists and domestic. The tourist season in Goa begins in September and continues through early - walking. The weather in these months is usually dry and pleasantly fresh. Then the weather becomes warm in around May and late June, Goa receives the full blast of the Indian monsoon with sudden floods and tropical storms. However it is also during the monsoon that Goa is probably at its most beautiful, with greenery growing all around.arunsubruKovalam Beach, Trivandrum, Kerala
2008-07-12T03:40:00.001-07:00Kovalam beach on the southern part of Kerala is a stretch of three beaches that are shaded by thick plantations of coconut and a pleasant climate eternal. Kovalam The word means a tree planting coconut. The trees coconut along the beaches provide a majestic view. The place is a paradise with unlimited blue water of the Arabian Sea and miles of white sand abducted by the tidal wave of the feet and palms strong rocky promontories. The beaches in Kovalam are increasing. The three beaches are beach lighthouse - It provides a spectacular view of the mosque Vizhinzam. Strictly photography is prohibited in this place. Hawah Beach - The average beach and is the basis for local fisherman. Samudra - The beach further north which is dotted with little fishing boats wooden rudimentary.
Kovalam means a tree planting coconut and rectify its name as the village offers a view of endless trees coconut. The crescent beach has three parts. The southern most beach, and most popular beach house is slight. It offers an amazing view of Vizhinjam mosque. The Nordic Samudra is laidback and time seems to stands still here. The middle hawah, a day earlier, is a hive of activities with fishermen aiming for Wednesday With a high promontory of rock and a compartment of calm blue waters, this beach paradise creates a unique watercolor moonlit nights.
Kovalam one of the most beautiful beaches and most famous in South India, is the best place for relaxation. It has three different beaches with beach lighthouse is the most famous beach. Ayurvedic treatment especially during the monsoon season is another attraction of Kovalam.
The nearest airport is Trivandrum, which is 16 kms from Kovalam. The nearest station is Trivandrum. Kovalam is easily accessible by road.arunsubruBackwater of Kumarakom, Kerala
2008-07-12T03:19:00.000-07:00Kumarakom is a bundle of small islands on Lake Vembanad. It is an enchanting destination of mare and it is part of the Kuttanad region. It is an incredibly beautiful paradise of mangrove forests with green rice fields of plantations and coconut interspersed with excellent waterways and canals adorned with while reading. It is a paradise observers bird because it is home to many species of migratory and resident bird. There are boating equipment and fishing independently of traditional Kettuvalloms. Kumarakom is also a popular seaside resort and Ayurveda in Kerala.
In 1878, the mangrove wetland on the bank of Lake Vembanad was reached and replaced by plantations of coconut. The person as a result of this manoeuvre was a Baker George Alfred Essex who had arrived in India sixty years earlier to take the missionary work in Kottayam. The English was so intimidated by the splendour of Kumarakom he arranged here and Kumarakom makes his home.
Located 14 km from Kottyam and around Kumarakom lies of Kuttanad region popularly known as the rice bowl of Kerala. A group of tiny islets on the Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom is a village of imagery and unsoiled. An incredibly overwhelming ecstasy of mangrove forests, meadows paddy green peas and coppice coconut mixed with waterways and canals fascinating. Kumarakom, located on the southern coast of India enjoys a tropical time proportionate. Nature has increased its magic to perfection here. The lush coconut copious strike rivers cintrent its similarity to watch on rivers miroitants. Ubiquitous, nature is unsurpassed.
Pastures and flourishing life of the campaign are intertwined with the beautiful bird sanctuary of Kumarakom. Étiré across 14 acres, the bird sanctuary is a haven desired migratory birds and a paradise for bird lovers. The sarcelles winter, herons, darters, herons, teal winter waterfowl, the cuckoo, wild ducks and migratory birds like the Siberian stork phase in which there flows are a fascination for invited. finer way to observe the birds in the sanctuary of Kumarakom is a boat trip around the islands 16 kilometres west of Kottayam on Lake Vembanad. The sanctuary runs with local waterfowls and above migratory birds wintering such as Siberian storks. . Boats are available for cruises mare in the lake.
The pools of Kerala are a chain of lies brackish lagoons and lakes parallel to the coast of Arabian Sea (known as the Malabar coast) from the state of Kerala in southern India. Local people call it Kayals pools of inland lakes twisty kerala-managed network of canals - extend to more than 1900km. Lake Vembanad is the largest lake, covering an area of 200 square kilometres, and framed by areas of Alappuzha (Alleppey), Kottayam, and Ernakulam. Just 12 kilometers from Kottayam, this destination exclusive mare located on the banks of Lake Vembanad are considered the move to Ponds Kuttanad. The port of Kochi (Cochin) is located at Lake the 's output to the Arabian Sea. Alleppey, known as populariy Venice of the east has a network of canals that snake through the city. Canoeing through these bits soothing rights is an exclusive experience in Kerala.
Grand Kettuvalloms (traditional country more than 60ft. In length) were replaced in the boat house for these luxury cruises that Vallam Kali (racing boat snake), held annually in August is a major attraction. 12km from Kottayam, this unique destination pool located on the banks of Lake Vembanad is considered the passage of the ponds Kuttanad.arunsubruVolvo ocean race stop over in cochin
2008-07-12T03:06:00.000-07:00
The Kerala 's port of Kochi, whose docks are well known for fishing nets Chinese, will be a stop for a water sports most prestigious pack - 39, 000 nautical miles laborious Volvo Race' Ocean will definitely be a boost for the tourism industry in God's own country, kerala. Unlike other courses, the price here is the thrill of finishing the journey on the high seas rough.The renovation work is on agitated at Kochi to host the call scheduled for 3-13 December. The event, which is expected to catch about two billion eyeballs world-over, is jointly hosted by trust left Cochin (CPT) and the tourism department of Kerala. In fact, we will convert the island village of boat-house and even host the race boat traditional snake. So far, nine teams have already confirmed their participation in the race and confirmation of a more team is expected anytime, he added.She held for the first time in 35 years that the race Volvo Ocean, crossing seven seas, decided to touch Indian shores. Earlier, they for the border and went to Australia or Japan but this time they wanted a stopover in one Indian port Venu said. Number of participants and spectators is exceeded in number by those media covering the event. During last race, evaluation are that two billion people followed the race, he added. Organizers of volvo ocean race need cochin because of the geographical location of the port and equipment it has offered. As for the upgradation costs, the money will be increased by patronage.arunsubruAndaman and Nicobar Island Tours
2008-07-11T00:46:00.000-07:00About Anadaman
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands were in mystery for years due to accessibility issues. The islands are of great beauty and exotic landscapes with scenic and picturesque locations. These islands are like pearls in the Bay of Bengal sea. The thick forest which covers these islands and the uncountable and rare flowers and birds provides and romantic atmosphere. The white beaches and crystal clear water also adds to its beauty. The scenic beauty of Andaman & Nicobar Islands is capable to create a sense of joy and ultimate satisfaction in human minds.
The Andaman & Nicobar are a cluster of very beautiful island counting up to 572. The island may be big or small, uninhabited or inhabited over a distance nearly 800 kms. The flowers and life of these islands, however, indicate that this land connection if it existed, should have been prior to the development of their present life form.
History
Even from the days pre historic age, these islands have been the home of tribes. The british came here for the first time 1789, and was later abandoned by them. Secondly they came here on 1858, after the First War of Indian Independence, followed by the settlement of convicts, some criminal tribes from Central and United Provinces etc.
Andaman and Nicobar Tourism
The Andaman & Nicobar Islands are heave for environment and natural beauty enthusiasts. It is quite natural that nature lovers will get addicted to clean environment, roads, greenery as well as unpolluted fresh air of the islands. Tourists from around the world travel here to enjoy the land, the climate, and the people and the monuments in Andaman and Nicobar islands. There are many tourist spots which are not famous in the outer world but there is things to enjoy for every one in these islands. The island are famous for adventure tourism like Island camping, trekking, SCUBA diving and more. A tour to the Andaman & Nicobar Islands is truly and exceptionally a once in a lifetime holiday experience. Andaman and Nicobar islands are packed with ever thing that a traveler want to enjoy.
Indian Tour Planners has introduced a range of tour packages from 3 days to 15 days to enjoy the islands. Visit the the page Andaman and Nicobar Tours.arunsubruWorld Heritage status for Kalka-Shimla Mountain Railway by UNESCO
2008-07-09T02:39:00.000-07:00
Century old Kalka-Shimla Mountain Railway was granted World Heritage status by UNESCO and described it as one of the most authentic mountain railways in the world.
This is the fourth Railway site to be recognized as a World Heritage, the other three being the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway in West Bengal, the Nilgiri Mountain Railway near Ooty in Tamil Nadu State and Chhatarpati Shivaji Terminal (Earlier known as Bombay Victoria Terminal) in Mumbai The decision to add the Kalka-Shimla railway track close to World Heritage site was taken at the meeting of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Quebec City, Canada. The Kalka-Shimla Railway (KSR) line was opened to traffic on November 9, 1903. During his six-hour drive of 96 km narrow-gauge route Kalka to Shimla, KSR 102 passes through tunnels, many arched bridges and several stations picturesque as Dharampur, Barog and Solan.arunsubruMore flights to India from Singapore airlines
2008-07-09T02:33:00.000-07:00in the wake of a boom in flow of tourists from the sub continent to the Far East with two new flights from Bangalore and five from Delhi. Singapore Airlines would introduce more than seven annexes to the current 58 from India in the wake an explosion of the movement of tourists in the sub-continent to the Far East, with two new flights from Bangalore and five in Delhi. Singapore airline sources said that airlines had recorded 20 percent year on year growth of its Indian operations. Increased fuel costs had not affected operations and there was no immediate proposal to increase fares, he said.arunsubruGoa Monsoon Tour Package
2008-06-23T00:27:00.000-07:00It is monsoon time in goa. Introducing a travel packages to visit goa during monsoon season. It will be a unique experience to visit goa during monsoon especially for those who want to enjoy the beaches where there is no crowd to disturb you and enjoy goa beaches at the fullest. Indian Tour Planners introduces a tour packages to visit goa during this monsoon. You can find more details about this package in this url Goa Monsoon Tour.arunsubruNehru Trophy Boat Race - 2008
2008-06-18T00:10:00.000-07:00Are you interested in watching the traditional boat races in kerala? There are many boat races held in different part of kerala. Among all these boat races Nehru trophy boat race is the best and the one which attracts most number of tourists. This thrilling and enthusiastic boat race is being held on the second Saturday of august every year. For more information about the boat race and book tickets to watch this aqua festival visit http://ntbr.igitec.com.arunsubruEmirates Offers new flights to India
2008-06-13T22:21:00.000-07:00According to emirates officials emirates airlines will expand its operations with the additional flights per week to New Delhi, Bangalore and Hyderabad, taking its total flights to India to 132 per week, according to an Emirates statement. The company will expand its operations with additional flights per week to New Delhi, Bangalore and Hyderabad, taking all flights to India to 132 per week, according to a statement Emirates. This will be the highest frequency by an international carrier to India.
The new services are strategically time to meet during the holiday season and will also help improve the tonnage of cargo to more than 300 tons per week according to official emirates. The airline will introduce seven new flights to Bangalore. While two of them will be introduced in July, five others will be introduced in October.
It will take its total number of flights to southern Indian city to 15 per week.
The airline will gradually increase its Hyderabad service to 18 flights per week on October 1. The new flight will be operated by Boeing 777 and Airbus A330-200 aircraft in two and three-class configuration, and add more than 5900 seats on the airline 's Indian roads.arunsubruNew Tourism Cicuits in India
2008-06-13T22:16:00.000-07:00It is a part of the Ministry 's integrated development programme of major destinations and circuits. These circuits are - Bhubaneshwar-Puri-Chilka tour in Orissa, Dwarka-Nageshwar-tour Bet Dwarka in Gujarat and heritage tour at Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh, an official statement. The development project for Bhubaneshwar-Puri-Chilka circuit includes development of exchange knots, upgradation of protection / protected monuments, the development of terminal / anchors, upgradation of access routes to monuments / temples, l lighting of monuments / temples and the creation of a multimedia museum. The development project Dwarka-Nageshwar-Bet Dwarka as a mega tour includes the development of beach, parikarama path and lakes, campgrounds for eco tourism, a village HAAT and repair and Restoration of ghats. Huts, public conveniences and children amusement park with all facilities. The Circuit heritage Tirupati project includes the construction of tourist arrival / tourist information centers, landscaping, street lighting, drinking water points, relaxation huts, conveniences and children amusement park with all facilities.arunsubruKerala Monsoon Ayurveda Package
2008-06-13T22:05:00.000-07:00With monsoon rains descended on Kerala, creating just the right cool and mild climate, cure and clinics in southern India state are ready for ayurveda packages for their care and cure tourists. The theory that the monsoon is the best season for ayurveda rejuvenation programs has been vindicated because the atmosphere remains free of dust and wet, which opens the pores of the body and make it more responsive to oil-based plants and therapy.
Another reason behind ayurveda 's success in Kerala is the state's climate and abundant supply of herbs and medicinal plants, vital ingredients for the manufacture of medicines. The most preferred treatment protocol is the rejuvenation package, which consists of massages. Body weight loss, stress management and beauty packages are also popular.
Indian tour planners in association with an ayurvedic resort introduces kerala monsoon ayurveda package. The ayurveda package is for 14 days and which costs only 850 euro only. The cost of the ayurveda package is all inclusive. Ayurveda packages will be offered at somatheeram ayurvedic beach resort, kovalam which is one of the best ayurvedic resort and awarded many times as the best ayurvedic health resort by department of kerala tourism. Find more about this kerala monsoon ayurveda package in the website www.indiantourplanners.comarunsubruIndia is in 41st position in tourist arrival world over
2008-06-11T03:44:00.000-07:00India May like to think that attracts many foreign tourists, but the fact is that the many-splendoured land of the Taj Mahal is much less visitors than many small countries like Ukraine, Tunisia, Croatia and Saudi Arabia According to a report.
received 4.44 million tourists in 2006, it lagged far behind Ukraine, which got 15.62 million tourists, Tunisia (6.55 million), Croatia (8.65 million) and Saudi Arabia (8.03 million). While India has received 4.44 million tourists in 2006, it has been delayed far behind Ukraine, which gained 15.62 million tourists, Tunisia (6.55 million), Croatia (8.65 million) and Saudi Arabia (8.03 million).
The results were the World Tourism Organization, a UN agency that produced the global tourism, and placed in the ministry of tourism 's annual publication India tourism statistics.
In 1998, India was 47th in world rankings, which rose to 54 in 2002, 44 in 2004, 41 in 2005 and 42 in 2006.
India 's share of international tourist arrivals, although increasingly in recent years, is still quite low at 0.52 percent in 2006, the report.
(21.35 million). The top of the list is France (79.08 million), followed by Spain (58.45 million), USA (51.06 million), China (49.6 million) , Italy (41.05 million), the United Kingdom (30.65 million), Germany (23.56 million) and Mexico (21.35 million).
According to the report, international tourist arrivals worldwide have registered a growth of 5.4 per cent during the year 2006, compared to 5.5 per cent in 2005 and 10 per cent in 2004 compared to the years earlier. The total international tourist arrivals in 2006 was 846 million.
The top 10 international tourist attracting countries in 2006 accounted for approximately 47 percent share. Region-wise, were the highest tourist arrivals in Europe, which attracted 461.0 million visitors in 2006, an increase of 5.1 per cent in relation to 2005.
In terms of foreign exchange earnings, however, the country has been more successful. In 2006, India earned $ 8.93 billion against 7.49 billion in 2005 - before the outbreak of countries like Tunisia and Croatia.
In recent years, there has been significant growth in arrivals of foreign tourists (FTAs) and foreign exchange earnings (FEE) of tourism. In 2007, the number of FTAs and FEE tourism was around five million dollars and 12 billion respectively, "said Tourism Secretary S. Banerjee.
France tops the list in terms of foreign exchange earnings, too, with Spain, USA, Italy, China, Britain, Germany, Australia and Turkey, following behind.arunsubruSummer Heat forces tourists to remain indoors in Varanasi
2008-05-05T03:03:00.000-07:00A soaring heat wave continues to sweep Varanasi shutting the business of boat owners and giving problems to residents and tourists.
The banks of the Ganges are deserted and boat owners are facing losses due to the rising mercury.
"The heat wave has been intense since the last fortnight. We are facing a lot of problems on account of this. Towards evening around 4 p.m. a few tourists struggle in and we take them for sightseeing. Otherwise our business has seen a major drop, because of the immense heat, " said, Chamru Nishad, a boat owner.
With temperatures hovering around 44 degrees Celsius in the city and surrounding areas, people, especially tourists, are falling prey to the intense heat.
"It is terribly hot here. The tourists, who come here for a holy dip in the Ganges, normally head for the ghats on a sightseeing tour in the boats, but now it is sizzling hot. The heat wave is certainly a dampener for the tourists. Even the residents here are facing problems due to the torrid weather, " said Rambharat Pandey, a temple priest.
The temperature is over 40 degrees Celsius since the last 15 days and the residents and tourists are forced to stay indoors.
Water and juice kiosks on the roadside are cashing in on the situation as people try to survive the scorching sun.
Most of northern India is in the grip of a severe heat wave, with Punjab and Rajasthan recording temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius.
The Indian summer starts early in April and continues till late June. The weather cools with the arrival of monsoons in July.
Meteorological experts say over the years, the average temperature has been going up due to global warming.arunsubru
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