The rich history of India, along with its cultural and geographical diversity makes its international tourism appeal large and diverse. Let us have a look at the most visited places in India, where people from all over the world flow into, for an exotic vacation -
Agra

Agra is the most visited city in India, since it is home to one of the greatest eternal symbols of love-Taj Mahal. This white domed marble mausoleum is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and has an epic love story behind it. Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort, Akbar's tomb, Ram Bagh and Sikandra fort are some of the must visit places in Agra, apart from Taj Mahal.

Kashmir

The Paradise on Earth, Kashmir's major attraction lies in its scenic beauty, snow clad peaks, lush green valleys, Alpine villages, cascading waterfalls, flower gardens etc. Kashmir is a destination worth visiting, during winter season where you can enjoy the boat ride on picturesque Dal Lake. The other major attractions are Gulmarg, Srinagar, Sonmarg, Nagin Lake, Pari Mahal, Shankracharya shrine and Pehalgam.

Goa

Goa, the smallest state of India is known for its exotic beaches with amazing sunset view, goldensand and coconut palms playing with the wind. If having a great time with a dear one is on your mind, Goa is the perfect place for togetherness. Tasty seafood, parasailing, wind surfing and water-skiing facilities make the beaches of Goa acore fun place. Alorna Fort, Ancestral Goa Museum, Arvalam Waterfalls, Chapora Fort and Calangute beach are some of the popular destinations in Goa.


Kanyakumari

Kanyakumari which is also known as Cape Comorin is the place where the three humungouswater bodies namely, Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal meet up. People cannot stop gazing at the darkening horizon and enjoy the moments of solitude. Sunset is more spectacularthan a sunrise here and witnessing the setting of the sun makes up for a serene holiday. Lakhs of tourist, round the year are lured by the serene beauty of this place and the spectacles of sunrise and sunset.


Jaipur and Udaipur

Jaipur and Udaipur, located in Rajasthan gives us an insight into the rich cultural and artistic traditions of the state. Hawa Mahal or 'Palace of Winds', located in Jaipur , designed in the form ofthe crown of Lord Krishna is a beautiful construction, which draws tourists from all over the country. This pyramid shaped monument with 953 small windows stands as the entrance to the City Palace, Jaipur and is a notable sight here. The Lake Place of Udaipur is one of the most beautiful palaces in the world, which is nowconverted into a hotel equipped with 66 rooms and 17 suites.

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Every now and then we dream of going for a vacation where we can feast our eyes on the sights and sounds of the place.  Am sure thisthought crosses everyone’s mind every 15 days or so. But what if you could study at such an institute where you can glance out your window and take in a world of beauty.

Yes, we know that the primary reason that students take admission in a college is because of the academic excellence they offer. However, these days many Indian colleges possess the best of faculty and at the same time offer education at exotic looking campuses.

IIT Guwahati

Spread over 285 hectares plot on the northern bank of the river Brahmaputra,Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahatiis known to offer its students sunsets and sunrises which are worth boasting about. With the majestic Brahmaputra on one side and hills and vast open spaces on other, IIT Guwahati’s campus provides an ideal setting for learning as well relaxing to students.Apart from the scenic beauty, IIT Guwahati is known to house many migratory birds which tend to make the campus all the more interesting.Established in 1994, IIT Guwahati “has elevendepartments and three inter-disciplinary academic centres covering all the major engineering, science and humanities disciplines, offering BTech, BDes, MA, MDes, MTech, MSc and PhD programmes”, as informed by the official website.


IIT Roorkee

Established in the 1850’s the administration block ofIndian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkeehas glimpses of British architecture. This engineering college has a green campuswhich encompasses good roads along with many huge trees, nice pedestrian walkways, gardens etc.IIT Roorkee also has a temple, a mosque and a church inside the campus. The library of the college is spread over four floors and the hostels have modern facilities and some of them are even 7-8 stories high.For the sport lovers the college offers an Olympic size swimming pool, synthetic basketball courts, cricket ground, lawn tenniscourts, football ground as well as hockey grounds.IIT Roorkee also has an army quarters inside the campus for NCC practice.

Forest Research Institute

Founded in 1878 and named the British Imperial Forest School by Dietrich Brandis,Forest Research Institutewas re-established in 1906 as the Imperial Forest Research Institute. Falling under the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE), the main building of Forest Research Institute is a “National Heritage” and was inaugurated in 1929.Forest Research Institute, nestled in the DoonValley was designed by CG Blomfield in Greeko Roman Architecture.Spread over an approximate area of 1300 acres, Forest Research Institute’s campus comprises of lush green forests along with well maintained gardens. Students share thatthe recently released Karan Johar movie – Student of the Year as well as Paan Singh Tomar was shot here.Forest Research Institute’s campus also houses the Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy, where officer trainees joining the Indian Forest Service undergo two years of compulsory training.


Indian Institute of Science

Conceived as the ‘University of Research’ or ‘Research Institute’ by Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata, theIndian Institute of Science (IISc)was finally established in 1909. Located in Bengaluru, IISc harbors exotic and indigenous plant species and is known to have around 110 species of woody plants. The roads on the campus are named after the dominant tree species.The official website states, “The Institute occupies nearly 400 acres of prime land in Bangalore, generously donated by the Maharaja of Mysore in March 1907”.Known to have classical architecture, IISc’s main building which includes the administration and faculty hall has a monument of JN Tata in front of it. This monument was the work of Gilbert Bayes. The building of the college which is one of the prominent landmarks of Bangalore was designed by CF Stevens and Company of Bombay in 1912-1913.IISc’s buildings for the metallurgy and aerospace department were designed by the German architect Otto Königsberger in the 1940s.The campus houses more than 40 departments marked by routes such as the Gulmohar Marg, the Mahogany Marg, the Badami Marg, the Tala Marg, the Ashoka Marg, the Nilgiri Marg, the Silver Oak Marg, the Amra Marg and the Arjuna Marg.The Institute is fully residential and spreads over 400 acres of land situated in the heart ofBangalore city. The campus features six cafeterias, a gymkhana, football and cricket ground, four dining messes, one multicuisine family restaurant, nine men's and five women's hostels, an air strip, a library, two shopping centers and residence areas for faculty and other staff members.


NIT Srinagar

Established in 1960 as the Regional Engineering College at Srinagar,National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagaris located on the western bank of Dal Lake nearthe Hazratbal Shrine in the eastern region of the Srinagar city.Located in the Kashmir valley surrounded by the scenic Himalayan ranges, “NIT Srinagar is a residential Institute with accommodationfacility in Hostels and Staff-Quarters. There are four Boys and one Girls hostel which swallops about 1500 boys and 200 girls” as informed by the official website.The website also informs that the facilities and amenities available at the institution include “NCC, NSS, Bank, Shopping Complex, Recreational Centre, Dispensary with Ambulance, Guest House, Students Activity Centre, Gymnasium, Internet Centre, Telephone Booths, Fax Services, Diesel Generator, Bus Facility”.


Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology

This engineering college has its own campusat Majitar, Rangpo East Sikkim.Sikkim Manipal Institute of Engineering (SMIT)is located on the banks of river Teesta, surrounded by green hills which adds to the vibrancy of the campus and makes it an idealplace for learning.“The Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology was established in 1997 as a constituent college of Sikkim Manipal University and is approved by AICTE. SMIT had been accreditated for engineering disciplines by National Board of Accreditation dated 22 January 2008”, states the official website.

RMK Engineering College

Established in 1995,RMK Engineering Collegelocated in Chennai is spread over 60 acres of land. The college has an energy park, set up with funding from TEDA, which use solar energy for pumping water and lighting some areas of the campus.The official websites informs that, “The entirecampus has landscaping with green grass, ornamental plants, and shady trees making the campus very green and beautiful. The college was adjudged by the Rotary Club of Chennai as the Most Green & Clean Campus in the year 2003. The college is very proud of this green and pollution-free ambience which has been conducive to a good educational ambience”.Extensive water harvesting activity has been undertaken at various parts of the campus, resulting in very high ground water levels. Apart from this, recycling of waste water alsotakes place on campus wherein water from bathrooms and kitchen cleaning areas is re-used for gardening purposes.

IIT Kharagpur

Established in 1951, the layout of the present campus ofIndian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpurand the design of the buildings was done by a group of engineers and architects under the guidance of a Swissarchitect, Werner M Moser. IIT Kharagpur which is spread over an area of approximately 2,100 acres houses around 20,000 inhabitants.IIT Kharagpur has 21 student hostels which are located on either side of Scholars Avenueand the campus has a total of 55 kilometres of roadways.Well the most talked about and picturesque place at IIT Kharagpur is the Technology Students' Gymkhana which “is the nerve center for sports, cultural and social activities. It has a number of indoor and outdoor stadia, a modern swimming pool anda gymnasium. Music Society, Film Society, Dramatics Society, Aquatics Society and many more special interest groups are supported by the Gymkhana”, states the official website. There is also a lake and a garden around IIT Kharagpur’s Gymkhana, the view of which is absolutely breathtaking.Other places to visit on campus are Nehru Museum, Hijli Shahid Bhavan, Old Prison Cells and Martyrs Memorial.

BITS Pilani Goa

Established in 2004, BITS, Pilani – KK Birla Goa Campus is spread over an area of 180 acres. Nesting in the lap of verdant hills,BITSPilani Goacampus has a picturesque view asit is surrounded by the Zuari River, hillocks, waterways, forests and landscape.The BITS Pilani Goa Campus was designed by the Indian arm of the RSP design group.The official website informs that the campus encompasses, “Spacious labs, state of the art classrooms with soundproof acoustics, modern furniture, computer labs with internetfacility and library”. Other facilities on campus include “A shopping complex with departmental store, cafeteria, bank and all other utility shops provide needful support to the campus inmates. The campus also has a Medical Centre with two doctors, pharmacist and other support staff who provide round the clock medical coverage to all the residents of the institute.”

IIT Bombay

Established in 1958,Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombayis located at Powai,a suburb in north eastern Mumbai, between the Vihar and Powai lakes.IIT Bombay’s academic area mainly comprises of the main building, various departmental annexes and auditoriums. All department annexes are connected by a corridor which is called the – Infinite Corridor.Students reveal that IIT Bombay has small hills such as Sameer hill which lie quite near to the lakes and the climb from the lakes to these hills is an amazing experience.IIT Bombay lies very close to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park and due to this there have been sightings of panthers, Leopards and Gharial crocodiles along the banks of Powai lake.The institute has two swimming pools, football ground, hockey ground, cricket ground as well as tennis, basketball, squash and volleyball courts. It also has a Students' Activity Center (SAC) for various cultural and other extracurricular activities. IIT Bombay has a total of 15 hostels for students.

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The undeniable feeling of loneliness that hijacks the mind, eat away the personality and snuffs out our lives; depression is spreading its poisonous tentacles quite vigorously in the modern times.

World Health Organization, in the year 2012, provided a fact sheet that says that worldwide 350 million people are suffering from depression of all ages. This fact sheet also disclosed that this inner unexplainable feeling of isolation can lead to suicide, and that there are treatments that can help an individual to beat this demon.

In the current scenario, the ever growing peer pressure, unresolved emotional problems, the feeling of being at a peculiar spot, and anything else can lead to this feeling of depression. Age, gender, nationality, social status, monetary security has nothing to do with it. Depression is a state of mind and anyone can be a victim of it.

But, there is hope as depression is treatable and there are effective medicines that can cure. Apart from medicines, there are few more things that can actually help to deal with depression.

1. Sleep Well: More than luxury, sleep is a necessity for good health. A well-rested body helps in keeping a positive frame of mind and encourages to think right. In fact, research says physical illness can also lead to depression, so follow the basics and sleep well for good rest.

2. Stop The Negative Self Talk: Self-loathing is a bad feeling to hold on to. No matter what, a single person can not be the reason of all the miseries around. Doing away with self-blaming, accepting the inner self and others as they are, and adopting a positive way of thinking can help. Tough, but not impossible.

3. Watch Funny, Inspirational Movies: Laughter is the best way to heal any sorrow. It is a drug free antidepressant that can heal the soul. Own a collection of funny movies and watch them whenever the feeling of sadness comes crawling in. Similarly, there are many inspirational movies that bring a smile on the face and shows that every cloud has a silver lining. Give the soul a real healing treat with such movies.

4. Add Brighter Colours To Life: Lighter and brighter colours will add positivity to life. Using better light and adopting brightness can help to overcome depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) symptoms. Sleeping, anxiety, depression, irritability, fatigue, apathy are common symptoms of SAD.

5. Include Omega 3 Fatty Acids In Your Diet: Research has shown that depressed people often lack a fatty acid known as EPA. Omega-3 fatty acids can also lower cholesterol and improve cardiovascular health. You can get omega-3 through walnuts, flaxseed and oily fish like salmon or tuna.

6. Get Regular Exercise: Exercise not only leads to a better body but also can help to improve mental health. Outdoor activities and spending time in the open can bring a difference in the way thought process works in every individual.

7. Avoid Drugs And Alcohol: These two never bring anything but more complications in life. Though, these seem like a temporary escape but have permanent negative repercussions. In fact, alcohols can be dangerous when combined with some antidepressants.

8. Reconnect With Lost Friends: Try to be close to people who can make you laugh. Though it feels that, it is better to cut off from everyone and hide in isolation but being around people actually lifts the soul. Isolation can aggravate depressing thoughts. So, go out, meet friends and try to have fun!


9. Distract Yourself: Distracting self will help in preventing the tendency to over think. Maybe a small walk or playing with pet can add the right zing to mood which can eventually turn into a positive approach towards life.

10. Maintain A Journal: Pen down every feeling and emotion. From sorrows to the things that make one smile, writing is the most powerful weapon to unfold, understand, and deal any vulnerable situations of life.

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The world is beautiful. It is full of wonderful places that most of us do not know they really exist. From majestic waterfalls, and lost cities, to mysterious landmarks and natural wonders, here is a collection of some breathtaking places to visit and to fill your soul with something beautiful that will never be forgotten.

These are the ten most amazing places on earth, you definitely want to see before it’s all over. Everyone has their own opinion about the best places to visit in the world. This is my list of what I believe are the top ten gorgeous places to visit. Do share about your favorites destinations in comments!

10. Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora

Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora is a luxury resort located at Motu Tehotu on the island of Bora Bora, in the Society Islands of French Polynesia. The Resort is a part of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, a Toronto-based hotel management company.

9. Paterswoldse Meer Lake, Groningen, Netherlands

Ice skating on Paterswoldse Meer, a lake just South of the city of Groningen in the Netherlands. The Paterswoldse Meer lake is one of those places where you could skate in a natural setting, under a breathtaking environment. As part of the Groningen-Drenthe lakes, this is a favorite among Netherlands visitors because of its unbelievable surroundings.

8. Tian Tan Buddha on Lantau Island, Hong Kong

Tian Tan Buddha is one of the top must-go destinations for visitors to Hong Kong. This statue, also known as the Big Buddha, is the world’s largest Buddha statue, by using bronze, it’s 34 metres tall and weighs 250 tonnes, completed in December 1993. It is a major centre of Buddhism in Hong Kong.

7. Blue Caves, Zakynthos Island, Greece

Blue caves villa is probably the best place to be in Zakynthos, the largest islands in the Ionian sea. On the West cost where Zakynthos offers one of its most stunning views: the blue caves. They are also known as the blue caves of Volimes, the picturesque village where they are located. The distinctive element of the blue caves is that they reflect the vibrating and striking blue colour of the waters in them, which at the same time capture and reflect the shine of the limpid sky reflected on their surface. It is a secluded part of the island that has everything you are looking for. It’s an absolutely beautiful location with breathtaking views over the turquoise Ionian sea.

6. Pulpit Rock, Preikestolen, Norway

Pulpit Rock is one of the most visited natural tourist attractions in Norway. It is a steep and massive cliff 604 metres above Lysefjorden, opposite the Kjerag plateau, in Forsand, Ryfylke, Norway. The top of the cliff is approximately 25 by 25 metres and almost flat. It was visited by 150,000 – 200,000 people every year. The visitors took the 3.8 km hike to Preikestolen.

5. Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia

If you are one of those persons who has a list of most amazing places on earth, that you want to see until the end of your life, then Plitvice Lakes should be at this list. Plitvice Lakes National Park is the oldest national park in Southeast Europe and the largest national park in Croatia. Founded in 1949, the park is situated in the mountainous karst area of central Croatia. It was added to the UNESCO World Heritage register among the first natural sites worldwide. More than 1,200,000 people visits the park every year.

4. Crystalline Turquoise Lake, Jiuzhaigou National Park, China

Located in Jiuzhaigou Valley, part of the Min Mountains on the edge of the Tibetan Plateau, known for its many multi-level waterfalls, colorful lakes, and snow-capped peaks. The Crystalline Turquoise Lake is one of the main attractions of the Jiuzhaigou National Park, China. The lake gets its uniqueness from its crystal clear water which seems to be untouched by any living presence for decades. The lake is also known as the Five Flower Lake of China. A myriad of colours, such as turquoise, blue, green, yellow, and so on makes the Crystalline Lake exceedingly beautiful. Nearly 200, 000 people visit the Crystalline Turquoise Lake every year.

3. Benteng Chittorgarh, India

Located in Rajasthan state of western India, this place belongs to the benteng or fort that has inspired and given attention to travellers and historians from all over the world. As one of the largest fort in India, the Chittor has the magnificent views and wonderful features. Apart being glorious, this place has a great past that will surely give visitors a lot of new knowledge on the India’s history and culture. In this fort, you can see grand palaces, historical temples, and beautiful towers.

2. Capilano Suspension Bridge, Vancouver, British Columbia

The Capilano Suspension Bridge is a simple suspension bridge on the Capilano River, located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. With length of 140 metres and 70 metres hight, the bridge is the most popular tourist charms. It is part of a private facility, with an admission fee, and draws over 800,000 visitors a year. 

1. The Gardens at Marqueyssac, Vézac, France

The town of Vézac in the Dordogne region of France is home to one of the world’s most magnificent landscapes, the famed Gardens of Marqueyssac. These stunningly sculptural landscapes wrap around the Château de Marqueyssac – which was built during the 17th century. The bubbly, rounded forms of the garden are carefully manicured by active attendants, maintaining a design that was first developed over 300 years ago.

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        This is shocking! You’ll never believe how much money the 10 richest women in the music industry in 2016 are worth, and how they actually made that money! Superstars like Jennifer Lopez and Madonna are obvious, but some are pretty surprising. See the full list, here!
This list is completely mind-blowing! The 10 richest female singers of 2016 are shocking not just for who they are, but for the extreme wealth they’ve amassed. Some are no brainers like Jennifer Lopez, 46, and Madonna, 57, but some others might surprise you. We have the full list of brilliant ladies, right here!


These impressive ladies are crushing the fame game! They’ve all been working hard for years to become the 10 wealthiest singers in the world. And it’s not just because of their music – these are ten savvy business women that know how to invest and promote. You’ll never believe how much! We have the full, sometimes surprising, list from Gazette Review below.

10. Nana Mouskouri – $280 Million

Nana isn’t exactly a household name, but she’s been making music since the sixties and has released music all around the world in several different language. Now she owns homes all over the world, too! Apparent diversification pays.

9. J Lo – $300 Million

Jennifer had tons of hit songs, but it was her stint judging for American Idol and her awesome film career that made her the big money. Plus clothing, fragrance and accessory lines that sell like crazy.

8. Cher – $320 Million

Cher has been making hit after hit for decades! She’s one of the highest selling artists of all time, plus she’s made a nice chunk of change from all the films she’s appeared in. Killing it, girl!



7. Barbra Streisand – $340 Million

Barbra is another pop powerhouse. She’s appeared on Broadway and in films, but she’s also produced and directed several projects. No wonder she made the list!

6. Shania Twain – $350 Million

Shania has been crushing the country game since the mid-nineties. This goddess routinely sells out all of her tours and even after decades her albums keep selling – she’s amazing!

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5. Dolly Parton – $500 Million

Speaking of country princesses, Dolly is next-level! She has her prolific catalog of music, but she’s also made bank of some films, books, clothing and even her own theme park – Dollywood! That’s insane!

4. Gloria Estefan – $500 Million

Gloria is another woman who does it all! She’s one of the most famous spanish singers in the world, and on top of several best selling albums, she also has several Cuban themed restaurants on the west coast, a minor stake in the Miami Dolphins, and books, fashion and perfumes.


3. Mariah Carey – $520 Million

Need we say more? Mariah has had non stop hits for decades, plus she was a judge on American Idol like J Lo. She also has an insanely successful residency in Las Vegas that makes her bonkers money each year.

2. Celine Dion – $630 Million

On top of being a diva since the 80’s, she also founded the Nickels fast food chain, owns Les Productions Feeling Inc., a singing agency in Canada, a golf club, a restaurant and a night club. Plsu she has her own Vegas residency to brag about.

1. Madonna – $1 Billion

Numero uno! Who else could it be? Madonna is everywhere, from branded merchandise, clothes, books, makeup, fragrances, and so on. She also owns Hard Candy Fitness, and founded an entertainment company, Maverick. She does it all!

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Taking Care of Your Spine

Here are simple yet important adjustments to make for spine health:

• Stay active. "Whether you make regular visits to the gym, walk, bike, swim, or play with your kids, staying active and keeping your body moving helps maintain the health of your spine," Coffey says. The best exercise routine for your back and neck is one that combines stretching, strengthening, and aerobic activity. Exercise also helps you to lose weight or maintain a proper weight. Being overweight, especially if you have belly fat, can put added stress on the muscles, ligaments, and tendons in your lower back.

Standing… keeping one foot forward of the other, with knees slightly bent, takes the pressure off your low back. 

• Stretch out. "I never go a day without reminding people that they need to stretch to help their back and neck," Coffey says. "Keeping flexible helps maintain normal joint function and a good range of motion. It also reduces the risk of injury." Many back pain problems are caused by tight hamstrings — muscles in the backs of your legs. If your hamstring muscles are tight, they will pull on the bottom of your pelvis and encourage it to rotate backward. "This can then create postural changes and put added stress on the entire spine and its articulations (where two or more bones connect)," Coffey says. If you start your day with a few good stretches, it will not only be invigorating, but also will promote your spinal health.

Lifting… kneel down on one knee with the other foot flat on the floor as near as possible to the item you are lifting. Lift with your legs, not your back, keeping the object close to your body at all times. 

• Work smart. Proper ergonomics can help reduce a lot of stress on both the lower and upper back, thus reducing the frequency of conditions ranging from stiff back and headaches to carpal tunnel and sciatica, Coffey says. Make sure your workspace — whether a laptop, phone, computer desk, or even your car — is set up for your height and functionality. Choose a chair that provides back support. Your knees should be at 90 degrees and your feet should rest comfortably on the floor. Never cradle your phone between your ear and shoulder. Hold your phone to your ear or use a headset to avoid neck pain. Also, plan regular breaks. "Staying in one position for too long will cause back muscles to tighten up and become immobile," Coffey says. Plus, she notes, a short break is good for your mental health and productivity.

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