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Some Not-to-miss Attractions in Delhi, the India's Captivating Capital

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From buzzing street markets to captivating green parks and well-preserved historical sites to vibrant nightlife, the Indian capital has it all. And this diversity of things to do and see make millions to  flock here year round.  Delhi is actually a place that thrives on its diversity. Here, history coexists with modernism and old traditions coincides Western lifestyle, creating an atmosphere hard to match anywhere else. While there are plenty of fabulous tourist attractions, we have handpicked a few unmissable sites India's fascinating capital proudly boasts. Red Fort Almost every tourist arriving in Delhi pays homage to this mammoth structure dating back to the 16th century. Located in Old Delhi (Chandni Chauk being the nearest Metro Station), Red Fort attracts tourists for its stunning architectural beauty and grand historical significance. Inside the fort are many small monuments, neatly-manicured gardens and a museum that showcases many a...

A Memorable Trip to Barog: A Little Tranquil Hill Station Near Delhi

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Our content-writing team at SOUTHALL TRAVEL had long been planning for a team outing, but we were not able to decide the destination. All were suggesting different choices and views. After a long debate, we all agreed on a place most of us were unaware of. BAROG!!! Barog?  Where is this place?? What is it famous for?? There were several questions none of us were unable to answer. I rummaged on internet and found that Barog is a small hilly town on Chandigarh-Shimla highway. In Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, the town is nestled at an altitude of around 6000 ft above the sea level. It is no so popular; but offers a peaceful ambiance and abundant natural beauty. Then I got to learn about the intriguing history about Barog. Actually, the town is named after Colonel Barog, a British engineer who planned to construct the world's largest straight tunnel on the Kalka-Shimla Railway Track. In a bid to speed up the work, he ordered to drill the mountain from bot...