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பயண கட்டுரைகள் - NATURE AND TRAVEL / UTTARAKHAND 16 Tourist Destinations
« Last post by MysteRy on December 31, 2025, 03:48:11 PM »1 Rishikesh – Yoga capital of the world, river rafting & Ganga Aarti
2 Haridwar – Sacred ghats, temples & spiritual ambience
3 Kedarnath – One of the 12 Jyotirlingas, surrounded by snow peaks
4 Badrinath – Ancient Vishnu temple on the Alaknanda River
5 Mussoorie – Colonial charm, viewpoints & waterfalls
6 Nainital – Beautiful lake town with boating & hill views
7 Auli – India’s top skiing destination with cable car rides
8 Jim Corbett National Park – India’s oldest national park, famous for tigers
9 Valley of Flowers – UNESCO World Heritage Site with rare alpine blooms
10 Chopta – Base for Tungnath trek, lush meadows & forests
11 Tungnath – World’s highest Shiva temple
12 Almora – Cultural heart of Kumaon with panoramic views
13 Ranikhet – Peaceful hill station with pine forests
14 Kausani – Stunning views of Nanda Devi & Trishul peaks
15 Munsiyari – Gateway to Panchachuli peaks & treks
16 Tehri – Scenic Tehri Lake, water sports & dam views
2 Haridwar – Sacred ghats, temples & spiritual ambience
3 Kedarnath – One of the 12 Jyotirlingas, surrounded by snow peaks
4 Badrinath – Ancient Vishnu temple on the Alaknanda River
5 Mussoorie – Colonial charm, viewpoints & waterfalls
6 Nainital – Beautiful lake town with boating & hill views
7 Auli – India’s top skiing destination with cable car rides
8 Jim Corbett National Park – India’s oldest national park, famous for tigers
9 Valley of Flowers – UNESCO World Heritage Site with rare alpine blooms
10 Chopta – Base for Tungnath trek, lush meadows & forests
11 Tungnath – World’s highest Shiva temple
12 Almora – Cultural heart of Kumaon with panoramic views
13 Ranikhet – Peaceful hill station with pine forests
14 Kausani – Stunning views of Nanda Devi & Trishul peaks
15 Munsiyari – Gateway to Panchachuli peaks & treks
16 Tehri – Scenic Tehri Lake, water sports & dam views
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பயண கட்டுரைகள் - NATURE AND TRAVEL / TAMIL NADU 16 Tourist Destinations
« Last post by MysteRy on December 31, 2025, 03:46:11 PM »1 Chennai – Marina Beach, temples, museums & culture
2 Madurai – Meenakshi Amman Temple & heritage streets
3 Ooty – Queen of Hills, tea gardens & toy train
4 Kodaikanal – Misty hills, lakes & waterfalls
5 Rameswaram – Jyotirlinga temple & sacred sea baths
6 Kanyakumari – Sunrise, sunset & Vivekananda Rock
7 Thanjavur – Brihadeeswarar Temple (UNESCO)
8 Mahabalipuram – Shore Temple & rock-cut monuments
9 Trichy – Rockfort Temple & Srirangam
10 Coimbatore – Isha Yoga Center & textile hub
11 Yercaud – Quiet hill station & coffee estates
12 Chidambaram – Cosmic dance of Lord Shiva
13 Tiruvannamalai – Girivalam & spiritual energy
14 Kumbakonam – Ancient temples & Mahamaham tank
15 Hogenakkal – Waterfalls & coracle rides
1 6 Vellore – Vellore Fort & Golden Temple (Sripuram)
2 Madurai – Meenakshi Amman Temple & heritage streets
3 Ooty – Queen of Hills, tea gardens & toy train
4 Kodaikanal – Misty hills, lakes & waterfalls
5 Rameswaram – Jyotirlinga temple & sacred sea baths
6 Kanyakumari – Sunrise, sunset & Vivekananda Rock
7 Thanjavur – Brihadeeswarar Temple (UNESCO)
8 Mahabalipuram – Shore Temple & rock-cut monuments
9 Trichy – Rockfort Temple & Srirangam
10 Coimbatore – Isha Yoga Center & textile hub
11 Yercaud – Quiet hill station & coffee estates
12 Chidambaram – Cosmic dance of Lord Shiva
13 Tiruvannamalai – Girivalam & spiritual energy
14 Kumbakonam – Ancient temples & Mahamaham tank
15 Hogenakkal – Waterfalls & coracle rides
1 6 Vellore – Vellore Fort & Golden Temple (Sripuram)
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பயண கட்டுரைகள் - NATURE AND TRAVEL / KERALA 16 Tourist Destinations
« Last post by MysteRy on December 31, 2025, 03:43:34 PM »1 Munnar – Tea gardens, misty hills, waterfalls, cool climate
2 Alleppey – Houseboats, backwaters, lagoons & village life
3 Kumarakom – Luxury backwater resorts & bird sanctuary
4 Varkala – Cliffside beach views, cafés & spiritual vibes
5 Kovalam – Crescent beaches & lighthouse views
6 Kochi – Fort Kochi, Chinese fishing nets & colonial history
7 Wayanad – Forests, waterfalls, caves & wildlife
8 Thekkady – Periyar Tiger Reserve, spice plantations
9 Vagamon – Meadows, pine forests & peaceful landscapes
10 Bekal – Majestic seaside fort & quiet beaches
11 Athirappilly Waterfalls – Kerala’s largest waterfall
12 Marari Beach – Calm, clean beach near Alleppey
13 Thiruvananthapuram – Padmanabhaswamy Temple & museums
14 Ponmudi – Golden peak, winding roads & viewpoints
15 Silent Valley National Park – Pristine rainforest & biodiversity
16 Poovar – Where river, sea & backwaters meet
2 Alleppey – Houseboats, backwaters, lagoons & village life
3 Kumarakom – Luxury backwater resorts & bird sanctuary
4 Varkala – Cliffside beach views, cafés & spiritual vibes
5 Kovalam – Crescent beaches & lighthouse views
6 Kochi – Fort Kochi, Chinese fishing nets & colonial history
7 Wayanad – Forests, waterfalls, caves & wildlife
8 Thekkady – Periyar Tiger Reserve, spice plantations
9 Vagamon – Meadows, pine forests & peaceful landscapes
10 Bekal – Majestic seaside fort & quiet beaches
11 Athirappilly Waterfalls – Kerala’s largest waterfall
12 Marari Beach – Calm, clean beach near Alleppey
13 Thiruvananthapuram – Padmanabhaswamy Temple & museums
14 Ponmudi – Golden peak, winding roads & viewpoints
15 Silent Valley National Park – Pristine rainforest & biodiversity
16 Poovar – Where river, sea & backwaters meet
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பயண கட்டுரைகள் - NATURE AND TRAVEL / 16 IMPORTANT PLACES TO VISIT IN BELGIUM
« Last post by MysteRy on December 31, 2025, 03:41:03 PM »1 Brussels – Grand Place, Atomium, EU institutions & vibrant cafés
2 Bruges – Fairytale canals, cobbled streets & Belfry tower
3 Ghent – Medieval architecture, Gravensteen Castle & nightlife
4 Antwerp – Diamond district, fashion scene & cathedral
5 Leuven – Historic town hall & lively student culture
6 Mechelen – St. Rumbold’s Tower & charming old town
7 Dinant – Saxophone birthplace & dramatic river cliffs
8 Namur – Citadel views & riverside charm
9 Liège – Historic steps, nightlife & food culture
10 Mons – UNESCO heritage sites & festivals
11 Spa – Birthplace of spa culture & wellness retreats
12 Ostend – Beaches, promenades & seafood
13 Ardennes – Forests, hiking, castles & outdoor adventure
14 Waterloo Battlefield – Historic site of Napoleon’s defeat
15 Atomium – Iconic futuristic structure & city views
16 Ypres (Ieper) – WWI memorials & Menin Gate ceremony
2 Bruges – Fairytale canals, cobbled streets & Belfry tower
3 Ghent – Medieval architecture, Gravensteen Castle & nightlife
4 Antwerp – Diamond district, fashion scene & cathedral
5 Leuven – Historic town hall & lively student culture
6 Mechelen – St. Rumbold’s Tower & charming old town
7 Dinant – Saxophone birthplace & dramatic river cliffs
8 Namur – Citadel views & riverside charm
9 Liège – Historic steps, nightlife & food culture
10 Mons – UNESCO heritage sites & festivals
11 Spa – Birthplace of spa culture & wellness retreats
12 Ostend – Beaches, promenades & seafood
13 Ardennes – Forests, hiking, castles & outdoor adventure
14 Waterloo Battlefield – Historic site of Napoleon’s defeat
15 Atomium – Iconic futuristic structure & city views
16 Ypres (Ieper) – WWI memorials & Menin Gate ceremony
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பயண கட்டுரைகள் - NATURE AND TRAVEL / 16 IMPORTANT PLACES TO VISIT IN DENMARK
« Last post by MysteRy on December 31, 2025, 03:38:34 PM »1 Copenhagen
The capital city — Nyhavn harbor, Tivoli Gardens, royal palaces, and modern Scandinavian design.
2 Aarhus
Denmark’s cultural capital — museums, old town (Den Gamle By) and a vibrant student vibe.
3 Odense
Birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, filled with fairy-tale charm and museums.
4 Roskilde
Historic city known for Roskilde Cathedral (UNESCO) and the Viking Ship Museum.
5 Helsingør (Elsinore)
Home to Kronborg Castle, the setting of Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
6 Skagen
Famous for dramatic beaches where two seas meet and unique natural light.
7 Billund
Home of LEGO — LEGOLAND and LEGO House attract families from around the world.
8 Bornholm Island
Sunny island with rocky coasts, round churches, and cycling routes.
9 Aalborg
Lively city in northern Denmark with waterfront culture and Viking history.
10 Frederiksborg Castle (Hillerød)
Stunning Renaissance castle surrounded by gardens and lakes.
11 Dragør
Charming fishing village with yellow houses and cobbled streets.
12 Møns Klint
Spectacular white chalk cliffs overlooking the Baltic Sea.
13 Ribe
Denmark’s oldest town — medieval streets and Viking heritage.
14 Silkeborg
Lake district destination known for forests, boating, and Himmelbjerget hill.
15 Kolding
Historic town with Koldinghus Castle and design museums.
16 Faroe Islands (Autonomous territory of Denmark)
Dramatic landscapes, cliffs, waterfalls, and untouched nature.
The capital city — Nyhavn harbor, Tivoli Gardens, royal palaces, and modern Scandinavian design.
2 Aarhus
Denmark’s cultural capital — museums, old town (Den Gamle By) and a vibrant student vibe.
3 Odense
Birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, filled with fairy-tale charm and museums.
4 Roskilde
Historic city known for Roskilde Cathedral (UNESCO) and the Viking Ship Museum.
5 Helsingør (Elsinore)
Home to Kronborg Castle, the setting of Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
6 Skagen
Famous for dramatic beaches where two seas meet and unique natural light.
7 Billund
Home of LEGO — LEGOLAND and LEGO House attract families from around the world.
8 Bornholm Island
Sunny island with rocky coasts, round churches, and cycling routes.
9 Aalborg
Lively city in northern Denmark with waterfront culture and Viking history.
10 Frederiksborg Castle (Hillerød)
Stunning Renaissance castle surrounded by gardens and lakes.
11 Dragør
Charming fishing village with yellow houses and cobbled streets.
12 Møns Klint
Spectacular white chalk cliffs overlooking the Baltic Sea.
13 Ribe
Denmark’s oldest town — medieval streets and Viking heritage.
14 Silkeborg
Lake district destination known for forests, boating, and Himmelbjerget hill.
15 Kolding
Historic town with Koldinghus Castle and design museums.
16 Faroe Islands (Autonomous territory of Denmark)
Dramatic landscapes, cliffs, waterfalls, and untouched nature.
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பயண கட்டுரைகள் - NATURE AND TRAVEL / 16 IMPORTANT PLACES TO VISIT IN SWEDEN
« Last post by MysteRy on December 31, 2025, 03:36:01 PM »1 Stockholm
The capital city spread across islands — Gamla Stan (Old Town), royal palace, museums, and waterways.
2 Gothenburg (Göteborg)
Sweden’s second-largest city, known for canals, seafood, and a relaxed vibe.
3 Malmö
Modern coastal city connected to Denmark by the Øresund Bridge.
4 Uppsala
Historic university city with a grand cathedral and Viking heritage.
5 Kiruna
Gateway to Swedish Lapland — northern lights, ice hotels, and Arctic wilderness.
6 Abisko National Park
One of the best places in the world to see the Aurora Borealis.
7 Icehotel, Jukkasjärvi
World-famous hotel made entirely of ice and snow.
8 Gotland
Baltic Sea island with medieval Visby, beaches, and Viking history.
9 Visby
UNESCO-listed medieval town with stone walls and cobbled streets.
10 Lapland
Vast Arctic region known for reindeer, Sami culture, snow adventures, and midnight sun.
11 Lund
Charming university town with a Romanesque cathedral.
12 Sigtuna
Sweden’s oldest town, rich in Viking ruins and lakeside charm.
13 Örebro
Castle town located between Stockholm and Gothenburg.
14 Västerås
Historic city on Lake Mälaren with scenic waterfronts.
15 Skåne
Southern region known for rolling countryside, castles, and beaches.
16 Dalarna
Heartland of Swedish traditions — red cottages, folk culture, and Lake Siljan.
The capital city spread across islands — Gamla Stan (Old Town), royal palace, museums, and waterways.
2 Gothenburg (Göteborg)
Sweden’s second-largest city, known for canals, seafood, and a relaxed vibe.
3 Malmö
Modern coastal city connected to Denmark by the Øresund Bridge.
4 Uppsala
Historic university city with a grand cathedral and Viking heritage.
5 Kiruna
Gateway to Swedish Lapland — northern lights, ice hotels, and Arctic wilderness.
6 Abisko National Park
One of the best places in the world to see the Aurora Borealis.
7 Icehotel, Jukkasjärvi
World-famous hotel made entirely of ice and snow.
8 Gotland
Baltic Sea island with medieval Visby, beaches, and Viking history.
9 Visby
UNESCO-listed medieval town with stone walls and cobbled streets.
10 Lapland
Vast Arctic region known for reindeer, Sami culture, snow adventures, and midnight sun.
11 Lund
Charming university town with a Romanesque cathedral.
12 Sigtuna
Sweden’s oldest town, rich in Viking ruins and lakeside charm.
13 Örebro
Castle town located between Stockholm and Gothenburg.
14 Västerås
Historic city on Lake Mälaren with scenic waterfronts.
15 Skåne
Southern region known for rolling countryside, castles, and beaches.
16 Dalarna
Heartland of Swedish traditions — red cottages, folk culture, and Lake Siljan.
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பயண கட்டுரைகள் - NATURE AND TRAVEL / 16 IMPORTANT PLACES TO VISIT IN UNITED KINGDOM
« Last post by MysteRy on December 31, 2025, 03:33:13 PM »1 London
Iconic landmarks like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, London Eye & world-class museums.
2 Edinburgh
Historic Old Town, Edinburgh Castle & dramatic Scottish heritage.
3 Manchester
Football culture, music history, modern city vibes.
4 Liverpool
The Beatles, maritime history & lively waterfront.
5 Oxford
World-famous university, historic libraries & river punts.
6 Cambridge
Elegant colleges, bridges & peaceful river scenes.
7 Bath
Roman Baths, Georgian architecture & UNESCO heritage.
8 York
Medieval walls, York Minster & Viking history.
9 Stonehenge
Mysterious prehistoric stone circle on Salisbury Plain.
10 Cardiff
Castles, Welsh culture & coastal charm.
11 Birmingham
Industrial heritage, shopping & cultural diversity.
12 Lake District
Stunning lakes, mountains & scenic hiking trails.
13 Brighton
Beachfront, pier, creative culture & nightlife.
14 Glasgow
Art, music, architecture & vibrant urban life.
15 Windsor
Windsor Castle — the world’s oldest inhabited castle.
16 Isle of Skye
Dramatic landscapes, cliffs & fairy-tale scenery.
Iconic landmarks like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, London Eye & world-class museums.
2 Edinburgh
Historic Old Town, Edinburgh Castle & dramatic Scottish heritage.
3 Manchester
Football culture, music history, modern city vibes.
4 Liverpool
The Beatles, maritime history & lively waterfront.
5 Oxford
World-famous university, historic libraries & river punts.
6 Cambridge
Elegant colleges, bridges & peaceful river scenes.
7 Bath
Roman Baths, Georgian architecture & UNESCO heritage.
8 York
Medieval walls, York Minster & Viking history.
9 Stonehenge
Mysterious prehistoric stone circle on Salisbury Plain.
10 Cardiff
Castles, Welsh culture & coastal charm.
11 Birmingham
Industrial heritage, shopping & cultural diversity.
12 Lake District
Stunning lakes, mountains & scenic hiking trails.
13 Brighton
Beachfront, pier, creative culture & nightlife.
14 Glasgow
Art, music, architecture & vibrant urban life.
15 Windsor
Windsor Castle — the world’s oldest inhabited castle.
16 Isle of Skye
Dramatic landscapes, cliffs & fairy-tale scenery.
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பயண கட்டுரைகள் - NATURE AND TRAVEL / 16 IMPORTANT PLACES TO VISIT IN SWITZERLAND
« Last post by MysteRy on December 31, 2025, 03:29:59 PM »1 Zurich
Switzerland’s largest city — museums, old town, cafés, and lakeside life.
2 Geneva
International city on Lake Geneva — diplomacy, culture, and scenic promenades.
3 Lucerne
Storybook city with wooden bridges and stunning lake–mountain views.
4 Interlaken
Adventure capital between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz.
5 Zermatt
Car-free alpine village at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn.
6 Matterhorn
One of the world’s most famous peaks — Switzerland’s symbol.
7 Jungfraujoch
“Top of Europe” — glacier views and high-altitude railway experience.
8 Bern
UNESCO-listed old town with medieval streets and arcades.
9 Lausanne
Olympic capital with vineyards and lake views.
10 Montreux
Elegant lakeside town famous for music festivals and Château de Chillon.
11 St. Moritz
World-famous luxury ski resort in the Engadin Valley.
12 Basel
Cultural hub with top museums and Rhine riverfront.
13 Lauterbrunnen
Dramatic alpine valley with waterfalls and cliff-side villages.
14 Grindelwald
Charming mountain village with glacier views and hiking trails.
15 Lake Geneva
One of Europe’s largest lakes — vineyards, cruises, and scenic towns.
16 Rhine Falls
Europe’s largest waterfall — powerful and photogenic.
Switzerland’s largest city — museums, old town, cafés, and lakeside life.
2 Geneva
International city on Lake Geneva — diplomacy, culture, and scenic promenades.
3 Lucerne
Storybook city with wooden bridges and stunning lake–mountain views.
4 Interlaken
Adventure capital between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz.
5 Zermatt
Car-free alpine village at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn.
6 Matterhorn
One of the world’s most famous peaks — Switzerland’s symbol.
7 Jungfraujoch
“Top of Europe” — glacier views and high-altitude railway experience.
8 Bern
UNESCO-listed old town with medieval streets and arcades.
9 Lausanne
Olympic capital with vineyards and lake views.
10 Montreux
Elegant lakeside town famous for music festivals and Château de Chillon.
11 St. Moritz
World-famous luxury ski resort in the Engadin Valley.
12 Basel
Cultural hub with top museums and Rhine riverfront.
13 Lauterbrunnen
Dramatic alpine valley with waterfalls and cliff-side villages.
14 Grindelwald
Charming mountain village with glacier views and hiking trails.
15 Lake Geneva
One of Europe’s largest lakes — vineyards, cruises, and scenic towns.
16 Rhine Falls
Europe’s largest waterfall — powerful and photogenic.
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பயண கட்டுரைகள் - NATURE AND TRAVEL / 16 TOURISTS ATTRACTIONS IN NEW DELHI
« Last post by MysteRy on December 31, 2025, 03:25:38 PM »