For a lot of travelers in India, New Delhi is the capital of everything that they need to get away from as quickly as possible. Nevertheless, the town has some wonderful secrets that I would like to share with you.

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In the local dialect, "Apani Dhani" means "Our Hamlet", an affectionate name given to the place by Ramesh C. Jangid, founder of the ecolodge and a pioneer of a form of militant tourism in India, especially in Rajasthan and his own native region of Nawalgarh.  

Get off the beaten track in India with a stay at Apani Dhani Ecolodge

Delhi is a huge melting pot, divided into two towns - the historic Old Delhi and the actual capital city, New Delhi.

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A country with the size of a continent, India fascinates and will always leave you wanting more. From the intensity of the tropical beaches to the salty lakes of the Himalayas, via the ice deserts of Ladakh or temples of the Maharadjahs of Rajastan, the list of majestic places could go on eternally. Travelling in India is a concentration of unique experiences, whether through its incomparable landscapes, its vibrant cities or unexpected encounters. And there is also the beauty of life, with its exceptional tones and colours. The omnipresent music, from the bells on the women’s feet to the litanies escaping from the temples; the sparkling colours of the saris and bright colours of the turbans. An unequalled energy, bright and frank glances, coupled with hearty and generous smiles. Would you like to travel to India, off the beaten tracks, where you long to find calm and pleasure? Don’t look any further! With Evaneos Travel, you create the holiday that suits you. You will discover the foothills of the Tibetan Himalayas during a road trip on a motorbike, or you could let yourself be bewitched by the charms of Rajasthan or the Taj Mahal in complete luxury. All different types of holidays in India are but a few clicks away.

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The fortified city of Bikaner is located at the heart of the Rajasthan Desert on the Jaisalmer Road.

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Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan. Known as the "Blue City", it gets its nickname from the color of most of its houses.

Jodhpur

Bhubaneswar is a town associated with religion, being home to a very large number of temples. Situated to the west of India, it's the capital of the State of Odisha.

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Bhubaneswar is also known as 'Temple City' and, according to legend, there are over a thousand in the town. So that's one thing you can check up on when you're there. The best known temple in the town is probably Lingaraj, being the largest and oldest of the Bhubaneswar temples. It was built in honor of Harihara (a god who blends Shiva with Vishnu...and, yes, I know, it's all a bit hard to follow). It's an amazing and impressive building but, sadly, only open to Hindus! To get an idea of what it looks like from the inside, you'll need to climb onto a platform not far away, where you can see inside the compound. To make up for this, you will be allowed into the Ananta Vasudeva Temple, which is similar in style, notably its Sikhara towers. I also suggest you visit the Muktesvara Temple, which is smaller but just as pretty and dates back at least 1,000 years. The list of temples at Bhubaneswar is too long to detail here, but for those of you who are interested in culture, I recommend you take your time to explore this town whilst you are <a href="/india/">traveling in India</a>. You won't regret it!

Bhubaneswar is a town associated with religion, being home to a very large number of temples. Situated to the west of India, it's the capital of the State of Odisha.

Bhubaneswar is typical of Odisha, where it's the state capital and offers a gentle, easy going and unpretentious welcome. Not as well known as its neighboring towns, Konark and Puri, it's still well worthing visiting for a few days during a<a href="/india/">trip to India</a> ! Nicknamed 'Temple City', the town is filled with Hindu temples, some of which are over 700 years old. The Lingaraj Temple is the most famous; a structural wonder dedicated to Lord Shiva. Although only Hindus are allowed in, you can still see it from an exterior platform. But don't let that discourage you, as the town has over 500 temples and you'll be able to visit several during your time in Bhubaneswar!. I also really enjoyed strolling around Bindusagar Lake, which, according to legend, was filled with water from all the sacred Indian rivers at the time of its creation. And once it was time to take a break from temple visits, I sipped a chai bought from a street vendor and tasted regional delicacies, whilst chatting to the locals about their town. Odisha is also known for its scheduled tribes and the Bhubaneswar Museum of Tribal Arts &amp; Artifactsprovides a great introduction. Whether or not you visit these tribal zones, I still highly recommend you take a tour of the museum. Plus it has a lovely, quiet garden.

Whether you're interested in Hindu history or just looking for a bit of peace and quiet, Bhubaneswar and its magnificent temples are for you!

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