FROM MUMBAI: POWAI, SUBURB OF MUMBAI
We bet that a visit to Powai, situated in the suburban neighbourhood of Mumbai will be a pleasant revelation. By its sheer planning, landscaping and cleanliness, Powai township offers itself as a pretty getaway in Mumbai. Once here, take a leisurely stroll around the Powai Lake. Leading brands have stand-alone outlets here and so are the quaint eateries serving world cuisine. You can also visit the popular campus of thinking minds at the The Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, established in 1958 and currently the second oldest campus of the Indian Institutes of Technology. The National Institute of Industrial Engineering, established in 1963 is also located here. Many expats have made the peaceful Powai their homes in Mumbai. It is a popular film location too.
FILMY STATUS: Kalyug, Ghajini, Slumdog Millionaire and many other films were shot here.
CONNECTIVITY: The Jogeshwari-Vikhroli Link Road passes through Powai. The domestic airport is located 5 kms away. While there is no local train station in Powai per say, the nearest one is in Kanjurmarg and Vikhroli. Originally a central village, Powai has grown exponentially in recent years to become one of Mumbai's upmarket commercial and beautifully-planned residential hubs.
FROM BANGALORE: KABINI, KARNATAKA
The Kabini River, also called Kabani and Kapila, originates in the Wayanad District of Kerala from the confluence of the Panamaram River and the Mananthavady River, and flows eastward to join the Kaveri River at Tirumakudalu Narasipura in Karnataka, which later empties into the Bay of Bengal. Close to the town of Sargur it forms the huge Kabini Reservoir. The backwaters of the Kabini reservoir is rich in wildlife especially in summers when the water level recedes to form rich grassy meadows. The Kabini Forest Reserve is one of the most popular wildlife destinations of Karnataka, probably because of its accessibility, lush green landscape surrounding a large lake, and sightings of herds of elephants. It is 80 kms away from Mysore and 205 kms from Bangalore, and comprises the southeastern part of Nagarahole National Park. Situated on the banks of the Kabini River, the reserve is spread over 55 acres of forest land, steep valleys, and water bodies. Once a private hunting lodge of the Maharaja of Mysore, Kabini was a popular shikar hotspot for British Viceroys and Indian royalty. Now it is considered to be one of the best wildlife sanctuaries in Karnataka, famous for its spectacular wildlife and bird life.
MUST CHECK-OUT: Nagarahole National Park:
Declared a national park in 1974, the park is said to be the best habitat for Asian Elephants. It is surrounded by shallow valleys and gentle slopes on all sides. Kids will enjoy sightings of wildlife here from a safe distance.
FROM DELHI: KAUSANI, UTTARAKHAND
Perched amidst lush greenery in Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand is the beautiful small town of Kausani. Kausani is located 52 km north of Almora. There are very few places in the Himalayas that can compare with the beauty of Kausani — a picturesque hill station famous for its scenic splendour and its spectacular 300 km-wide panoramic view of Himalayan peaks like Trisul, Nanda Devi and Panchchuli. Kausani lies atop a ridge at an altitude of around 1,890m amidst dense pine trees overlooking Someshwar valley on one side and Garur and Baijnath Katyuri valley on the other on Almora-Bageshwar-Didihat Highway. Mahatma Gandhi called this place the 'Switzerland of India', due to the similarity in landscape.
CUSTOMISE YOUR WEEKEND:
Anashakti Ashram is a quiet and revered place where Mahatma Gandhi spent some days and wrote his commentary of Anashakti Yog. Pant Museum is another place of importance, this being the place where the famous poet of Hindi literature, Sumitranandan Pant was born. The KMVN (Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam) resthouse in Kausani is an ideal place to stay and it provides panoramic views of the mountains. Lakshmi Ashram is one kilometre away from Kausani, and is a center run by Kumaoni women and dedicated to social service and women empowerment. Gandhiji's disciple, Sarlaben (Kaitherine Heileman) spent her life here doing social service and established Anashakti Ashram. Lakshmi ashram is located in a solitary area amidst a dense pine forest. Tea gardens (5 km on Bageshwar Road), Baijnath group of temples (16.5 km on Bageshwar Road) and Bageshwar are the places of interest closeby.
SHOPPING TIPS:
At the local market, shop for genuine Kasauni shawls made by the locals. Also, pack some gift hampers of aromatic.
POWAI POWER:
Neo-classical architectural style towers dominate the Kasuani Tea from the estates there.
Source: http://economictimes.indiatimes.com
FILMY STATUS: Kalyug, Ghajini, Slumdog Millionaire and many other films were shot here.
CONNECTIVITY: The Jogeshwari-Vikhroli Link Road passes through Powai. The domestic airport is located 5 kms away. While there is no local train station in Powai per say, the nearest one is in Kanjurmarg and Vikhroli. Originally a central village, Powai has grown exponentially in recent years to become one of Mumbai's upmarket commercial and beautifully-planned residential hubs.
FROM BANGALORE: KABINI, KARNATAKA
The Kabini River, also called Kabani and Kapila, originates in the Wayanad District of Kerala from the confluence of the Panamaram River and the Mananthavady River, and flows eastward to join the Kaveri River at Tirumakudalu Narasipura in Karnataka, which later empties into the Bay of Bengal. Close to the town of Sargur it forms the huge Kabini Reservoir. The backwaters of the Kabini reservoir is rich in wildlife especially in summers when the water level recedes to form rich grassy meadows. The Kabini Forest Reserve is one of the most popular wildlife destinations of Karnataka, probably because of its accessibility, lush green landscape surrounding a large lake, and sightings of herds of elephants. It is 80 kms away from Mysore and 205 kms from Bangalore, and comprises the southeastern part of Nagarahole National Park. Situated on the banks of the Kabini River, the reserve is spread over 55 acres of forest land, steep valleys, and water bodies. Once a private hunting lodge of the Maharaja of Mysore, Kabini was a popular shikar hotspot for British Viceroys and Indian royalty. Now it is considered to be one of the best wildlife sanctuaries in Karnataka, famous for its spectacular wildlife and bird life.
MUST CHECK-OUT: Nagarahole National Park:
Declared a national park in 1974, the park is said to be the best habitat for Asian Elephants. It is surrounded by shallow valleys and gentle slopes on all sides. Kids will enjoy sightings of wildlife here from a safe distance.
FROM DELHI: KAUSANI, UTTARAKHAND
Perched amidst lush greenery in Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand is the beautiful small town of Kausani. Kausani is located 52 km north of Almora. There are very few places in the Himalayas that can compare with the beauty of Kausani — a picturesque hill station famous for its scenic splendour and its spectacular 300 km-wide panoramic view of Himalayan peaks like Trisul, Nanda Devi and Panchchuli. Kausani lies atop a ridge at an altitude of around 1,890m amidst dense pine trees overlooking Someshwar valley on one side and Garur and Baijnath Katyuri valley on the other on Almora-Bageshwar-Didihat Highway. Mahatma Gandhi called this place the 'Switzerland of India', due to the similarity in landscape.
CUSTOMISE YOUR WEEKEND:
Anashakti Ashram is a quiet and revered place where Mahatma Gandhi spent some days and wrote his commentary of Anashakti Yog. Pant Museum is another place of importance, this being the place where the famous poet of Hindi literature, Sumitranandan Pant was born. The KMVN (Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam) resthouse in Kausani is an ideal place to stay and it provides panoramic views of the mountains. Lakshmi Ashram is one kilometre away from Kausani, and is a center run by Kumaoni women and dedicated to social service and women empowerment. Gandhiji's disciple, Sarlaben (Kaitherine Heileman) spent her life here doing social service and established Anashakti Ashram. Lakshmi ashram is located in a solitary area amidst a dense pine forest. Tea gardens (5 km on Bageshwar Road), Baijnath group of temples (16.5 km on Bageshwar Road) and Bageshwar are the places of interest closeby.
SHOPPING TIPS:
At the local market, shop for genuine Kasauni shawls made by the locals. Also, pack some gift hampers of aromatic.
POWAI POWER:
Neo-classical architectural style towers dominate the Kasuani Tea from the estates there.
Source: http://economictimes.indiatimes.com
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