Coolest Photography Ideas You Need For your Next Trip!

14 January 2015 Yashpreet Kaur

Going for a trip and want to click the best photographs ever? Get your creative juices flowing and surprise everyone with these fun photographs.

All you need is a play of creativity, timing, a camera, a perfect location & timing, a willing accomplice and some patience.

1. I am all set!

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2. Let me board, before it flies!

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3. What land is this? The pot that serves the water fall!

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4. Are you visiting from Gulliver’s Land, eh?

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5. Balancing it out!

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6. Balance really? What do you think about this one?

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7. Don’t piss me off. Mind It !!

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8. WAIT! Let me drink from the magical fountain…

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9. Ha ha ha… run before I blow you all away!

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10. If you kill me…

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11. She will eat you up!

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12. Oh really? I’ll just have to breathe out!

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13. First, let me place the clouds right…

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14. Because I want to drink the rainbow!!!

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15. Dude, I light it from the sun!

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16. I am done fighting. Lets be friends?!

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17. Our friendship perspective! :D

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18. We go ‘Lilliput in hand’ everywhere!

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19. So what do we do today? Road Climbing!

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20.This trip was out of the world!

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21. Oh, we found them again! The Gulliver Sisters and their Lilliput friend.

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22. Trip Hangover!!!!

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23. Oh, I could capture the sun!

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24. And before I leave, I will catch time!

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25. Finally, let me draw the line.

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We in TravelTriangle, understand how you feel when your DSLR buddies boast of their photographs and fill your facebook walls up!

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Btw, which one is your favourite?

Places In India You Should Celebrate New Year’s At Least Once

4 December 2014 Dimpal Bajwa

What better than the last month of the year to explore India? An amazing way to kick start new years is by traveling to an amazing new place!So, here we present some of our favorite new year party getaways. These beautiful places to visit in December in India are surely going to make for a perfect holiday destination!

1. Goa

Cheap beer, exotic beach-side stay, live music and night long parties are things that attract youngsters to Goa for New Years Celebrations.

New Year parties are different than the regular parties with fire crackers lighting up the coastline. The young crowd is seen going wild, dancing to the tunes of jazzy songs at the sandy beaches all night long.

Look Forward to:
Anjuna Beach for intimate parties, Kamaki bar for a Greek style party, Pool side party at Sinq in Candolim Beach, Grand Hyatt at Panjim, Tito’s Club at Cavelossim Beach

2. Bangalore

The open spaces, lush green and large gardens, huge malls and party places, Bangalore is a magnet for celebrating New Year. A moderate climate is what keeps bringing people to this city. You can also dine in some of the finest restaurants in Bangalore.

One can clearly witness the zeal among the youth at this time of the year. With the most rocking crowd and live DJ’s, the youngsters seen tapping their feet without any inhibitions.

Look Forward to:
New Year bash at Leela Kempinski, Dugout Rooftop Restaurant and Sports Bar, New Year party at F Bar & Kitchen, The Last Party at Sutra – The Lalit Ashok

3. Mumbai

The city that never sleeps, Mumbai is totally a place for party animals. No sleep and dance all night is the mantra of Mumbaikars. They love to celebrate New Year with enthusiasm and ardor.

Be it a house party or at a beach, you will enjoy every sip of your drink when you see the city lit up with lights and crackers. The hotels and lounges in the entire city also gear up for parties where one might also spot the star celebrities of the film industry.

Marine Drive is one of the best places to sit with friends and sip in your drinks at the eve of New Year.
Look Forward to:
New Year’s Eve Celebrations at Lotus Cafe – JW Marriott, New Year’s Eve Party at Stax – Hyatt Regency, Amnesia at LIV, Visa On Arrival at Canvas Lounge, Hot Freeze at The Westin, The VVIP Experience at Ghost

4. Delhi

Delhi is a hub of party freaks at New Year. From drinks, songs, lights and dance, there is so much to enjoy here. With some of the most elite and expensive parties, one can enjoy their New Year’s eve either at a private lounge or at exclusive night clubs.

The celebrity owned clubs in the capital witness people dancing to tunes of the songs played by the best DJ’s in the country.

You must book your tickets well in advance for these head banging parties as places are mostly jam packed during this time. India Gate, the prime location in Delhi starts decking up during the last few days of the year to welcome the next year.
Look Forward to: New Year’s Eve at 7 Degrees Brauhaus, Revelry at Golf Bar – ITC Maurya, New Year Bash at Underdoggs Sports Bar & Grill, 3 Day New Year Festival at Shiro – Hotel Samrat, New Year Bash at Pub Nirvaan, New Year’s Bash at Over The Top

5. Kolkata

One of the most elite cities of India, Kolkata calls for the most happening crowds from all over. New Year is celebrated with utmost zeal, when people from all age groups are seen enjoying.

The nightclubs of the city get all raunchy at the New Years eve and you will not want to stop taping your feet the entire night. Shed all your inhibitions and celebrate like never before in Kolkata.
Look Forward to:
Electify 2015 at Orchid Garden, Party at The Sonnet, New Year celebration at Tantra, New Year party at Shimmers Lounge, New Years eve at The Underground

6. Pondicherry

The beach-side parties are the main attraction of Pondicherry at the New Year’s eve. Fire crackers and born-fire at the beach and celebrations on the streets continue the entire night.

An electrifying performance on the streets is something to look out for. Youngsters start preparing for this day from before so that they can live every bit of it. Make it to Pondicherry this time at New Years to make the most memorable time.

Look Forward to:
New Year party at Atithi, New Year Event at Anandha Inn, Xasty at Auroma Gardens Auroville, Seagulls Beach, Soiree

7. Gulmarg

Get in a festive mood at the serene city of Gulmarg. Those who want to welcome New Year in the lap of nature come to this city.

It is not one of those locations with loud music and crazy parties. This city is meant especially for people who like snow and silence. Love is in the air at this time and the place becomes one of the romantic destinations for the newlyweds. Go skiing with your friends and family and enjoy the snow here. This place is definitely a heaven for the nature lovers.
Look Forward to:
New Years Bash at Heevan Retreat, Enjoy Gondola Ride at Gulmarg, A drive at the Outer Circle Walk

8. Mcleodganj

Situated in the state of Himachal Pradesh, the little town of Mcleodganj is as enthralling as ever during New Year’s eve. With the chill winds brushing through you, this place becomes all musical on this day.

People from all parts of India and abroad are seen out on the streets enjoying their drinks and having a gala time.

There are a lot of fashionable little cafes here where you can sit and listen to the foreign visitors play guitar.
Look Forward to:
New Year celebration at Shiva Cafe, New Year eve at Peace Cafe, New Year party at Coffee Talks

9. Kerala

Kerala is the perfect place to party at New Year’s eve amidst natural beauty and water bodies worth craving for. The beach parties are as exciting as ever. You can book a houseboat and enjoy personal time in the backwaters of Alleppey.

An ideal destination for New Year, Kerala is a real beauty for beach lovers.
Look Forward to:
New Year party at Holiday Inn, New Year celebration Crowne Plaza, Welcome New Year at Ramada Resort Cochin, New Years eve at Le Meridien, The Raviz New year party, New Year party at Windsor Castle

10. Manali

Say goodbye to the year 2014 in the snowy city of Manali. A private celebration with your family, friends or beloved is the best idea. You can also enjoy the New Years eve at the hotels where special parties are organized for the party enthusiasts.

Plan a road trip to the nearby areas like the Solang Valley and Kufri. This will make you eve more exciting by spending time on the roads filled up with snow. Bring home beautiful pictures and nice memories of new year’s eve in the lap of Nature.
Look Forward to:
New Year 2015 at Morpheus Valley Resort, New Year celebration in Solang Valley, Celebrate New Year eve at Rohtang Pass.

10 Interesting Facts About Taj Mahal

Everyone recognizes the Taj Mahal as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The mausoleum is a glorious structure, built of white marble, and symbolizes purity, love and pain, like no other architecture does. Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore called the Taj Mahal “a tear drop on the cheek of time.” The Taj Mahal, built in Agra, India, has many stories revolving around it. Let us look at some of the interesting facts about Taj Mahal.

1. Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal

Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan had the Taj Mahal built in memory of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal, whom he held precious. Mumtaz Mahal was giving birth to the fourteenth child of the emperor, and she died in the process. This was in 1631. Legend has it that Shah Jahan, who considered his empress an integral part of his life, was broken after her death, and within just a few months, his hair and beard grew snow white, such was the terrible impact of the demise upon him.

2. Time and amount

The construction of the Taj Mahal was begun in 1632, a year after the death of Empress Mumtaz. The construction was completed in the year 1653, which means that it took approximately 22 years to complete this astounding piece of architecture. At that time, the estimated construction cost was a whopping sum of Rs. 32 million, which, when considered in terms of today’s value of money, would be something way above $1 billion.

3. Construction and employees

The architect behind all the magic was Ahmed Lahauri. He put more than 20,000 people into building the Taj, including labourers, stonecutters, painters, embroidery artists, calligraphers, and many others. But, how were the stones and materials required for the construction of the mausoleum transported? Well, elephants were employed to do the task, and amazingly, there were more than 1,000 of the majestic creatures employed.

4. Materials Used

The magnificent edifice is bounded on three sides by red stone walls. It is constructed completely of white marble. The emperor had marbles of the best quality brought from Rajasthan, Afghanistan, Tibet and China. But this was probably not enough for the emperor. It is believed that more than 28 different types of precious and semi-precious stones, including the striking lapis lazuli, were inlaid into the marble. Now we know where all the money went.

5. Inscriptions

The Taj Mahal being the dedication and homage of Mumtaz Mahal, it has calligraphy all over the interior and exterior, which, among other patterns and holy inscriptions, also has calligraphy on the tomb that identifies and praises Mumtaz Mahal. Another interesting fact is that there are 99 names of Allah found on the sides of the actual tomb as calligraphic inscriptions. After all, Shah Jahan did envision Mumtaz’s home in the paradise, and Taj Mahal was that imagination coming to life.

6. The Perfection that Taj Mahal Is

The Taj Mahal is one of the world’s most symmetrical structures. Its four sides are perfectly identical, built using the principles of self-replication and symmetry in geometry and architecture, thus creating a mirrored image on either side. But, to keep the male tomb larger than the female, the two tombs inside are unequal in size. The four minarets were prudently built slightly outside of the plinth, so that if they fell, they would fall outside, and not upon the main structure.

7. Changing Moods of the Taj Mahal

Did you know that the Taj Mahal dose different colours at different times of the day? The white marble and the reflective tiles help the Taj change colours. In the early morning, it assumes a shy pinkish hue, which turns to a glowing white as the day rolls on, and turns a burnished golden at night in the moonlight. The Taj Mahal is a particular attraction when on full moon nights. The changing colours are said to be analogous to the moods of a woman – Mumtaz Mahal, to be specific.

8. Attack on the Taj Mahal

The rebellion of 1857 took a toll on the Taj which was partially damaged. The soldiers had also chiselled out some of the stones and lapis lazuli, and the garden was harmed. At the end of the 19th century, Lord Curzon, the erstwhile Viceroy of British India, ordered its renovation through an extensive project which was completed in 1908. The garden that we see today was incorporated to restore the lost elements of the Charbagh. He also gifted a chandelier, which hangs in the Taj Mahal.

9. Myths

One of the common myths about the Taj Mahal is that Emperor Shah Jahan had the thumbs of the workers chopped off, to prevent them from constructing a replica of his masterpiece. However, this is not true. Another popular myth suggests he wanted to build a black Taj Mahal, but was unable to execute his plan after being deposed. The idea probably generates from European traveller Jean-Baptiste Tavernier’s fanciful writings, but has no evidence to support its validity.

10. Taj Mahal was a Shiv Temple?

The Taj Mahal was built with a blend of Indian, Persian and Islamic styles of architecture, and is considered the magnum opus of Mughal era’s architectural exploits. However, in an Indian writer, P. N. Oak, went on to claim that the Taj Mahal was actually a Shiv Temple and a Rajp