India is one of the most reputed medical tourism destinations in the world. It is known in general for heart surgery, hip resurfacing and other areas of advanced medical science. The government hospital and private health service groups are committed to the target of making India a world leader in the industry. The industry's main focus is low cost health services. Many estimates says treatment costs in India start at around a tenth of the price of comparable treatment in America or Britain.

As an example, "Howard Staab, a self-employed, uninsured, middle aged carpenter who belong to North Carolina," needed surgery for acute mitral valve prolapse, which would have charged him a fifth of a million dollars in his home state. Staab was treated in New Delhi, the capital of India, for less than seven thousand dollars by an Indian doctor. Consider the rising popularity of "preventive health screening". At one private health care center in London a thorough men's health check-up that includes blood tests, electro-cardiogram tests, chest x-rays, and abdominal ultrasound costs ?345 ($574, ?500). A comparable check-up at a clinic operated by Delhi-based healthcare company Max Healthcare costs $84.

The Escorts Heart Institute and Research Center in Delhi, India performs nearly 15,000 heart operations every year, and the post-surgery mortality rate is only 0.8 percent, which is less than half of most major hospitals in the United States.Amount of the value of medical tourism to India go as high as $2 billion a year by 2012. In the year 2003, Indian finance minister Jaswant Singh called for India to become the global health destination. The highest stumbling block preventing the fast growth of India as a healthcare destination is its poor infrastructure and less of quality hotels. However, the Indian government is taking steps to overcome these issues.

By January this year, 3.3 million travelers had already visited India, spending close to $ 5 billion. The domestic medical tourism is also witnessing fast growth. Around 368 million Indians are venturing out of their homes, based on increasing incomes, least aviation costs, and more leisure time. The World Travel and medical tourism Council has forecast that medical tourism will grow at a fast rate of 8.8% per year for the next twelve years, the highest in the world. The medical tourism industry is projected to attract a capital investment of around $21 billion by the year 2014, up from about $10.2 billion estimated in the year 2004.

Medical Tourism in India is the best alternative available to patients across the globe. Lacks of people come every year to get treated and then entertain their holidays in India. People from different types of life cut across the entire span of the world come to India to have their treatments done with peace of mind. India serves world class medical services with hospitals and specialized multi specialty health care centers giving their expertise in the areas of Cosmetic Surgery, Heart Surgeries, Coronary Bypass, Heart Check up, Valve replacements, Knee Replacements, Eye surgeries, Indian traditional treatments like Ayurvedic Therapies and much more, practically covering every aspect of medicine. Dental care centers has attracted in India, with tourists coupling stays in cities like Udaipur with general treatments and complex procedures.

Our nation India is best known for heart surgery, hip resurfacing and other areas of latest medicine. The government and private health service centers are committed to the target of making India a leader in the medical tourism industry. The industry's main focus is least cost treatment. It is said treatment fees in India start at around one tenth of the price of comparable treatment in the nation like USA and UK.

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Udaipur is a beautiful city in situated in the Indian state of Rajasthan - the most vibrant and colorful state of India. Udaipur is one of the most romantic cities of India perhaps also of the world. The city of lakes, palaces and rising sun - Udaipur plays a major role in the boom of Rajasthan tourism. Situated on the edge of three picturesque lakes - Pichola Lake, Fatehsagar Lake and Udaisagar Lake - the city is rightly known as the city of lakes and famous for its exceptionally scenic lakes and watercourses. Lakes make a perfect backdrop to the romantic setting of the city and add to the magic of the city.

There are several other beautiful lakes in the city of Udaipur which add more charm to the city. They are Jaisamand Lake, Rajsamand Lake, Jiyan Sagar, Swaroop Sagar, Doodh Talai, etc. These beautiful lakes provide wonderful opportunity to enjoy sunset boat cruise or some water activities. Exploring these breathtakingly beautiful lakes provide a sense of relief. They also provide wonderful view of the beautiful mountain ranges. Truly, exploring beautiful lakes of Udaipur will provide you a pleasant travel experience of Rajasthan travel and tourism that will last forever.

Udaipur Pichola Lake is considered as one of the most beautiful and picturesque lakes of Rajasthan India. Located in the heart of city, Pichola Lake was built by Pichchu Banjara in year of 1362. On the bank of Pichola Lake one can visit two island palaces of royal era - Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir. Jag Mandir is an architecturally beautiful island palace of royal era offering fabulous view of picturesque Lake Pichola. Tourists from all over the world come to visit this beautiful palace. You too should not forget to visit this beautiful palace during your Rajasthan tours.

Jag Niwas is also known as Lake Palace is another island palace of royal era situated in the middle of picturesque Pichola Lake. It has now been turned into a heritage palace hotel. Located into the mid of beautiful Pichola Lake this magnificent palace offers a romantic settings of Udaipur city and deserve the attention of tourists, travelers, backpackers and honeymooners or newly-wedded couples from all around the world. The Lake Palace is an added attraction of being Udaipur a romantic city. Don't miss to grab the opportunity of visiting palatial Lake Palace of Udaipur during your Rajasthan tour and travels.

City Palace of Udaipur is also a worth visiting attraction of Udaipur city. It is the largest palace complex of the city and houses hotels and museums. Other famous attractions of this beautiful city are Jagdish Temple, Saheliyon-ki-Bari, beautiful gardens, temples, Pratap Memorial, Gulab Bagh, Shilpgram, etc. Don't miss to visit the romantic city of Udaipur and explore its fascinating attractions during your Rajasthan tours. There are several Rajasthan tour packages available which make enable you to explore this beautiful city in more and more convenient ways. You can book your Rajasthan tour package to visit the beautiful city of Udaipur online through various Rajasthan tour and travel related sites. Well, when you are coming to Udaipur, Rajasthan. The charm of the city awaits you.

By: Michael Braganza
Michael Braganza is an amateur writer focusing primarily on Indian Travel related topics. For more information on Rajasthan travel and Rajasthan tourism to visit http://www.swagattours.com/

Ranikhet, at 6000 feet from sea-level, has all the ingredients of a romantic, charming, picturesque little hill-station with its lush and dense green forests, stately mountain peaks and the exotic flora and fauna. To experience a symphony of sight, not merely sound, the place to be is Ranikhet.

The Legend and, thus, the name

The place where Ranikhet stands is said to have impressed the queen of Raja Sudhardev, Rani Padmini, so much that she decided to settle here itself. Since that time the place came to be known as Ranikhet which, literally, means "Queen's Field".

Oh..! The Beauty!!

The soothing breeze, the music and the soulful singing of birds, the very view of the Himalayas make your experience as good as Heaven. With the advent of the rains comes the blooming flowers and ripened fruits on branches of stooping tress.

The spiritual leanings and vibes become even stronger when sunlight adds to the whole effect by peeping through the mist and clouds. Autumn brings carpets of dry leaves adding romance to the place.

This explains why it never loses its charm in any of the seasons.

Attractions

* Pilgrimages

Jhoola Devi Ram Mandir

It is situated 7kms. away from Ranikhet on the road to Chaubatia. Temples dedicated to Rama and Durga are the main attractions.

Hairakhan Temple

Famous for the beautiful temple of Baba Haira Khan, it is 4 kms. away from Ranikhet. The view of Himalayas from here is awesome.

Tarikhet

It is 8kms. away from Ranikhet and is primarily famous for its Gandhi Kuti. The temple of Gollu Devta is very well-known throughout the region.

Binsar Mahadev and Mankameshwar (a temple built by the famous Kumaon regiment) are the other important pilgrim-sites.

* Excursions

Chaubatia

Some call it the 'orchard country' and it possesses one of the most picturesque views of the Himalayas. It is 10 kilometers away from the town of Ranikhet.

Upat and Kalika

A delight for Golf lovers, it is only 5kms. from Ranikhet and is situated on the main road to Almora. It has one of the best 9-hole golf courses in the area. The temple of Maa Kali and a forest nursery in the vicinity of the course are worth a visit.

Manila

It is 87 kms. away from Ranikhet. Known for the fact that it is seat of the family Goddess of the Katyuri clan, Manila Devi, Manila boasts of a view which is really enchanting and one that brings inner peace.

Jaurasi, Chaukhatia and Khairna are also worth a mention as these are majestically beautiful and calm to the core. A visit to these places can revitalize your mind.

Getting there

The best way to reach Ranikhet is by train and the nearest railheads are Kathgodam at a distance of 87kms. and Ram Nagar, which is 96kms away.

By road, the distance of important and prominent towns and cities from Ranikhet is:

Almora (50kms)
Nanital (68kms)
Delhi (279kms)
Haridwar (254kms)

By: Kamal Singh
Source Of Article Is Taken From KumaonInfo.com

Kerala, located on the tropical Malabar Coast of southwestern India, is one of the most popular tourist destinations of the world. It enjoys unique geographical features that are incomparable and rich. It plays a major role in India tourism and deserves the attentions of tourists from all over the world. There are a lot of tourism options in this culturally and geographically rich state of Kerala, India. The state has assets of unique culture and extraordinary natural beauty.

Breathtakingly beautiful beaches, nature revitalization & therapy, Ayurveda & spa, beautiful hill station gifted with superb nature beauty, rich culture & tradition, breathtaking backwaters, lovely lakes, sun-kissed beaches, rich flora & fauna, world class accommodations at its resorts & hotels, art & architecture, magnificent monuments & temples, and warm hospitable smiles from its people make this state world's most liked tourist destination. Truly, an experience of tours in Kerala is something that will be hard to beat. You can too visit all of them by opting Kerala tour package according to your choice and preferences.

The beautiful land of Kerala is predominantly famous for breathtakingly beautiful beaches and backwaters. During your Kerala tour you will have wonderful opportunity to explore these beaches. The beaches of Kerala are dotted with palm coconut trees and create perfect ambience for tourists to make their holidays enjoyable. Kerala beaches are also famous among honeymooners and newly wedded couples. Palm dotted beaches provide a sheer romantic ambience for honeymooners and newly wedded couples and add special charm between their romance.

Apart from beaches, Kerala backwaters are also very popular among tourists. Tourists from all over the world honeymoon tour kerala for its beautiful backwaters and beaches. One of the best ways to experience backwaters is to residing at Kerala houseboats sailing over the water of backwaters. Floating houseboats provide excellent opportunity to see the traditional Kerala villages and beautiful surroundings. Houseboat and backwaters of Kerala appeal honeymooners or newly wedded couples from all around the world for Kerala tours .

Rich flora and fauna of the state also attract the attentions of tourists form all over the world of Kerala tours. Beautiful hill stations of the state are also very popular among tourists, nature lovers, and honeymooners. In fact, there are innumerable reasons to tour Kerala. There are several Kerala tours packages available based on which them you want to travel Kerala. Package tours to Kerala enable you to visit all of them. Kerala tours package also enables you for being perplexed what to see or what to not. If you have well decided to tour Kerala, it is advisable; you should book your Honeymoon tour kerala well in advance. Surely, your tours will be an lifetime experience.

By: Michael Braganza
Michael Braganza is an amateur writer focusing primarily on Indian Travel related topics. For more information on Kerala honeymoon tours, Kerala tour package and Kerala honeymoon tour to visit http://www.greenparadize.com/

There are many hotels and lodges in Varanasi but the better ones are situated in the cantonment area, which is 20 minutes away from the ghats. If you don't mind compromising on luxury, it's best to stay at a small cheap lodge on the ghats to be close to all the action. We decided to stay at Hotel Riverview, a family run lodge, near Brahma Ghat. Apart from great food, our room overlooked the Ganges and had a magnificent view of the entire stretch of the ghats. Varanasi, at first sight, comes across as a rather filthy and dirty town. The narrow gullies in the old city are littered with animal and human waste, trash and slush. You have two choices: Either shake your head in disgust or get used to the litter. Choose the latter and your experience starts. Quaint shops selling eatables, paan shops in every corner, small temples, priests saying their prayers, masseurs, barbers...every nook and corner of these gullies holds a surprise for you.

We spent the first day walking across the ghats and understanding them. Manikarnika and Harishchandra ghats are where the dead are cremated. Dasashwamedha ghat is the most sacred and sadly also the most commercially exploited. Boatmen vie with each other to grab on to tourists, masseurs will beg you to oblige them and beggars will hound you. But things change as the sun sets and the prayer session starts. The place becomes choc-a-bloc with pilgrims and tourists who come to watch the puja and the river, by then spectacular with hundreds of little floating diyas. We decided to watch the "show" from the river and hired boat for Rs. 200. The entire stretch of the river along the ghats takes one and a half hours and you can even stop at Karnataka ghat for some chai served in clay cups.

Manikarnika ghat is where the dead get their ticket to heaven. There are many dharamshalas along these ghats where the old and aged come to spend their last days. It is slightly disturbing to enter these shelters and watch the old, waiting for their death without the slightest hint of despair on their faces.

On an average, three bodies are cremated at Manikarnika and Harishchandra ghats at any given point of time. According to belief, these rituals save the dead from being reborn in this cruel world. Dead children, pregnant women, holy men and the diseased are simply immersed into the Ganges to as to give them another chance to come back to this world. Researchers reveal that on an average, 45,000 bodies are deposited in the river every year. The government has apparently tried many remedial measures to counter water pollution, many of which failed. An organisation even introduced turtles into the river to take care of the bodies but strangely the creatures disappeared. However, scientists have come to understand that like most mountain rivers, the Ganges does have a miraculous property of cleansing itself. Little wonder that it is considered holy by the Hindus.

But Varanasi's huge population does seem to push things a bit too far. The river is used for almost everything, from washing clothes to bathing buffaloes. And that doesn't deter people from taking their holy dip which is an experience in itself. We spent an hour swimming in the river at Scindia ghat which is probably the cleanest and came out rejuvenated and clean of all sins. If you are in Varanasi for that spiritual experience, you have to visit the Kashi Vishwanath temple but remember, only Hindus are allowed. While offering prayers, you will be accosted by many priests who will pull you to their corner and chant mantras.

This again means donations. Apart from being spiritual, a trip to Varanasi can also be a great gastronomic experience. The town is famous for its aloo puri and lassi. Shops in every nook and corner serve these and many other milk products. A great culmination to a heavy meal would obviously be the special Benarsi pan. Another trademark is the silk saree. You will find many shops lined across the main market selling the gorgeous six yards. In all probability, you will be frequently accosted by "friendly" locals who will have a long chat with you by the end of which they will "invite" you to their homes. These are saree sellers and in most cases they "pressurise" their "guests" to buy from them. The best bet would be to shop at the state government run shops.

Entertainment at night could be a visit to the government-run bhang shops in the city. But nothing can be more elevating than sailing down the Ganges watching the lights of the old city shimmer in the darkness of the night.

By: Juliemeena Meena Julie
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"Mystic power, glorious past lies in peace the beauty amongst the beast" India has the aura of spiritual, pious and chaste power. Its beauty is undefined and its diversity is what makes it extraordinary.

An Indian tour can be filled with great surprises. Home to the oldest civilizations of the world, it has embarked and witnessed architectural grandeur since past centuries. It's bestowed with Mother Nature's never ending love, as the land is decorated with beaches, snow capped mountains, dense forests, deserts and plateaus.

The magic of India is such that it is religious as well as flamboyant, orthodox as well as modern, no where in the world can tourist find such diversity under one roof.

Taj Mahal, the most famous amongst the seven wonders is located in Agra, in India. A must see monument India also has huge monuments and forts of Mughals, Persian and Hindu style. In contrast to it, Goa is a place where one can enjoy sand, water, night parties and feni, a Goan hard drink.

Then there are these ancient temples in India, where each temple holds some or the other religious significance. If you love trekking, river rafting, ice skating then India is the right place for you.

The wildlife in India is its asset. Jim Corbett Park is a world famous park, inhabiting a large number of tigers. Tourist can go on Safari's and this facility is available at a lot of sanctuaries in India.

Tourism in India is a booming industry. Not only because of its exotic locations but also due to its warm hearted people. To reside in the hearts of the simple people of India what needed is just a smile and a Namaste. People here are very co-operative and hospitable.

On landing on the Indian soil, hiring a travel guide is a must. Being a geographically big country, it's important that the travelers do not miss out the major locations.

There are a large number of travel operators and travel agents available who are competent in organizing specialized tours, keeping in mind the important locations. One can also contact these tour operators online. They can help in booking tickets, hotel rooms and help making itnaries according to your choice.

India is a wonder land, where your soul will dance with the nature's beauty and exotic monuments. The air has the aroma of religious incenses and the land mothers to marvelous locations. Step on the land of beauty and find yourself amazed.

By: Sophia Sap
Sophia is associate author of http://www.vfmtravels.com. It is committed to provide the visitors, huge variety of traveling packages and places in India.