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August 2016 • VOLUME 5 • ISSUE 8 • ` 50

Orchha:

A hidden jewel in the heart of India

Crescent cityNew Orleans Of Monoliths and gateways to the sea!

Belur, Halebidu and Shravanbelagola

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Buzz

Aviation

Air India commences Ahmedabad to Newark flight via London

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ir India commenced the first ever flight between Ahmedabad to Newark via London recently.The flight is receiving immense response from the passengers and not only inaugural flight but all bookings till September 16, 2016, are sold out.

AI-171 will operate three days a week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. It will take off from Ahmedabad at 05:00 hrs and reach London at 10:15 hrs, depart from London at 12:30 hrs and arrive at Newark at 15:00 hrs. The return flight AI-172 will leave Newark at 22:30 hrs and reach London at 10:15 hrs next day, leave London at 12:30 hrs and land at Ahmedabad at 02:00 hrs.

Brussels Airlines to connect Belgium to Mumbai from March 2017

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russels Airlines from March 2017 will start its flights to Mumbai. The Indian metropolis will be connected to Brussels Airport five times a week. Since last March, Belgium and India are no longer connected.

Etihad Airways enhances travel experience for senior citizens flying from India to USA

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tihad Airways has introduced a first-of-its-kind senior citizens' package offering enhanced privileges for the over 60s travelling from India to the United States of America. Senior citizens flying from any of Etihad Airways' 11 Indian gateway cities can benefit from added value services, including a 24/7 helpline number, pre-flight travel and medical checklist support and special assistance at check-in counters.

The special package is applicable to guests aged over 60 flying in Business and Economy Class on Etihad Airways

IndiGo adds three new flights to its network

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ndiGo is enhancing its customer experience with the launch of three new flights on its network. IndiGo will operate its first daily non-stop flight on Kolkata and Visakhapatnam sector. The airline will also operate its fifth daily non-stop flight between Kolkata and Agartala and Kolkata and Hyderabad sector. The new flights will provide increased frequencies on the routes and offer greater travel options for its customers.

AirAsia to connect Bengaluru to Hyderabad, Goa and Guwahati

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irAsia India announced its fleet and route expansions plan in its hub, Bengaluru. AirAsia India’s seventh A320, 180 seater one class aircraft will be operational from September 22, 2016. As a part of its continued expansion, AirAsia India will connect Hyderabad (HYD), Bengaluru (BLR) and Goa (GOI) on a daily basis.

Keeping in mind the Government of India’s vision of improving regional connectivity and increasing the airlines footprint in the North East region, AirAsia India will also connect Bengaluru to Guwahati (GAU) with a daily service.

Guests can book their flights on www.airasia.com and avail fares starting from INR 1499, INR 2499 and INR 5499 for flights from BLR – HYD, HYD – GOI and BLR – GAU respectively.With the addition of one more new sector, AirAsia India will fly to 11 destinations with its hubs in Bengaluru and New Delhi covering Chandigarh, Jaipur, Guwahati, Imphal, Goa, Pune, Vizag, Kochi and Hyderabad in its network of destinations.

The demand for direct flights for passengers as well as for cargo is high. With more than 50,000 passengers per year, Mumbai is the third most important intercontinental destination from Belgium. Furthermore, with this new route we can offer our guests smooth connections between Mumbai and the rest of Europe via Brussels.

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Buzz

Hospitality

Oberoi Group to add 3 resort properties to their portfolio

HeyBnb forays into India with presence across 17 cities

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beroi Hotels & Resorts will be adding three more luxury resort properties to their portfolio by this year end. While The Oberoi Sukhvilas Resort & Spa is set to open in October this year, the other two properties – The Oberoi Al Zorah, Ajman and The Oberoi Marrakech, Morocco - will be ready either by the end of 2016 or beginning of 2017.The Chandigarh property is just outside the city, 30 minutes driving distance from the city centre. The resort is surrounded by 8,000 acres of protected natural forest.

The Oberoi Marrakech has just under 80 rooms and suites all overlooking the Atlas Mountains. The resort is located in an area where there are Olive trees which are over 500 years old.

The Oberoi Al Zorah is 30 minutes driving distance from Dubai airport and is a beach resort. The resort will offer 107 rooms and villas. All the rooms will have private balconies, while the villas are designed with private temperature controlled pools.

eyBnb (HeyBednBreakfast), a global player in the short stay accommodation space, has entered the Indian market with presence in cities like New Delhi, Bengaluru, Goa and Cochin. Headquartered in Singapore, the company works on the concept of shared economy of home sharing concept. With the tagline ‘Wanderers of life’ , HeyBnb provides an online marketplace connecting hosts who want to make their extra rooms available and travellers who are looking for comfortable yet affordable short-term accommodations.

Typically HeyBnb Hosts can register their home properties on the website for free, set a price per night for the accommodation and upload pictures. HeyBnb allows the host to post additional criteria to find out who they could be letting out their homes to. Guests can search properties listed online on HeyBnb website, choose their preferences and book online. Both guests and hosts can write reviews about each other, which are displayed on the property's listing page.

Currently HeyBnb is present across 17 key metros and cities including New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Goa, Varanasi, Sarnath, Dehradun, Agra, Coorg, Bir Billing (Himachal Pradesh), Thekkady, Trichy, Puducherry, etc.

Trance Hotels forays into Hyderabad with Trance Greenfield

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rance Hotels has launched its first hotel in Hyderabad, 30 minutes driving distance from airport recently. While the hotel – Trance Greenfield - is located in Moinabad near Hyderabad, the first ‘global cuisine’ restaurant, V Junction, is located at the premium Banjara Hills area of the city. The 50-key hotel spread in 12-acre plot has large banqueting facilities. The hotel has 16,000 sq ft of pillar-less banquet hall, and 50,000 sq ft of open lawn for large weddings, events, etc.

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Radha Hotels enters luxury segment with Feathers

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adha Group of Hotels, which has three budget hotels in Chennai and Bengaluru, has launched a luxury hotel Feathers. The 186-room hotel has come up on 3.6 acres near the Chennai Trade Centre. Feathers hopes to tap into the lack of luxury hotels in the area, which is close to the industrial corridors of Sriperumbudur and Oragadam.

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earing several nicknames like crescent city, Nawlins, The Big Easy, The City That Care Forgot, NOLA, La Nouvelle-Orléans and many others, this is American’s most culturally and historically rich destinations. The city is named after the Duke of Orleans and it was established by the French colonists and strongly influenced by their European culture. It is known for its distinct French and Spanish Creole Architecture as well as the cross-cultural and multilingual heritage. The birthplace of jazz, this city is known for its annual celebrations and festivals, most notably, but not the only one, Mardi Gras, dating to the French colonial times. The city has a massive history of slave labor on massive plantations outside the city and this shapes the city and its culture to the day.

Music and the birth of Jazz New Orleans has always been a significant center for music, showcasing its intertwined European, Latin American, Creole and African cultures.

The city’s unique musical heritage was born in the colonial and early American days from a blending of European instruments with African rhythms. As the only North American city to have allowed slaves to gather in public and play their native music in the Congo square, located within the Louis Armstrong park, a must visit for the jazz enthusiast, very soon, an indigenous music called jazz was born. The park, near the French quarter in the Tremé, contains the NOLA Jazz National Historical Park. A quiet drink or snack at the Spotted Cat music club or the preservation hall, both located in the French quarter, is just what the doctor ordered for the jazz enthusiast.

Food, creole and otherwise Known world over for its food, NOLA has an indigenous cuisine, which is both distinctive and influential. Local creole, haute creole and New Orleans French cuisine amalgamate to produce what is now the modern New Orleans Food. French, Spanish, Italian, African, Cajun, Chinese, Cuban and local ingredients are all parts of this food tradition to produce a truly unique flavor, distinct and standout.

Dark and stormy, this once poor man’s food with the fluffy baguette like bread, crisp exterior, gravy soaked meat and dressed will have you reaching for more.

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Crescent cityNew Orleans

New Orleans is one of the world’s most fascinating cities, home to a truly unique melting pot of culture, food and music .

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Mississippi river

Anyone visiting NOLA and leaving without sampling the beignets has missed out. The square shaped fried, fluffy, puff pastry, which can be called the French doughnut, dusted with ample powdered sugar and served with Café au lait, or a blend of coffee and chicory is best sampled at the Café du monde, Café Beignet, or the La Petite grocery. They will have you licking the plate for the last speck of that puff.

New Orleans is a seafood heaven. The shrimp dripping out of the classic Po-boy at the Parkway bakery and tavern or the

The central bloodline of the city, the river acts as subtly dividing the city in uptown and downtown. The central business district is located immediately north and west of the river and is called the ‘American’ quarter. Canal Street functions as the street which divides the traditional ‘downtown’ areas from the ‘uptown’ area. NOLA has a continuous ferry service, which connects the downtown at the foot of canal street with the national historic landmark district of Algiers point on the other side of the river, or the west bank. Be sure to take the ferry and enjoy the scenic views of the river Mississippi and the city of NOLA.

Sports and the Super bowl New Orleans is home to the Mercedes Benz superdome where the super bowl is held. Located in the central business district near the Mississippi river, this dome served as home August 2016 | Corporate Outbound 9

and refuge for the city’s residents during the devastating Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita. Be sure to catch a baseball game at the dome if you can.

Being back in France in the French Quarter The Vieux CarrĂŠ, the oldest neighborhood in the city was founded by Jean-Baptiste Le-Moyne de Bienville and the city developed around this central area. Most buildings date to the late 18th century. With a national historic landmark, this is a prime tourist destination. It suffered relatively less damage during Hurricane Katrina because of the distance from the levee and less amount of floodwater. Take in the elaborate ironwork galleries on the corner of Royall and St. Peter Street of the Art district. Walk down Bourbon Street and drink cocktails invented and made only for the French quarter. Take in the sights and sounds of Jackson square, and rest your tired feet. The famous equestrian statue of Jackson overshadows the square. On each side of the square are the Pont alba buildings, matching red brick, a block long, with the ground floors housing restaurants and shops and the upper floors with apartments. Start up a conversation with the local Creole population. You might even find an old lady, who still never speaks a word of anything other than Creole or French.

Directly across from the Jackson square is the Jax Brewery building, the original home of the local beer. Behind that is the Toulouse Street wharf, the regular pier for the excursion steamboat, Natchez. Tour the Saint Louis Cathedral, demolished and built, again and again by the different settlers.

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tarot card readers, mimes, fortunetellers and other street performers. Get a portrait done for as little as $5 and you will not be disappointed. Stroll along the Royal and Chartres streets and window shop for arts, antiques and boutiques selling Mardi gras memorabilia. Take a swing-dancing lesson from the street performers with a saxophonist accompanying your trial. Listen to a free concert in Lafayette Square, or dance down Frenchmen street or Bourbon Street, and none of the clubs and bars will demand a cover charge. The old Absinthe house has kept its name even though Absinthe has been banned in the U.S. Pat O’Brien’s bar is famous for inventing the red cocktail, called Hurricane, and having the first piano duel in the history of piano duals. Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop, one of the oldest surviving structures in New Orleans is another great place to drink the Hurricane.

Go to the city of the dead, a unique cemetery with a free entry. Nicolas Cage is saving a spot for himself here. Set up a picnic at the Fly, upriver, near the Ernst Morial convention center and then go for a tour of the Mardi Gras museum.

City Park and Garden district The city park covers more than 1300 acres and has numerous attractions. There are many large, unique, elegant 19th century homes here with extensive gardens. Take a walking tour and see the history of slave trade that made these homes and the cotton plantations that once surrounded them. The area has lovely mansions, lots of trees and flowers, and if you are lucky, you might spot Sandra Bullock or Matthew Mc Conaughey hanging out of their balconies and drinking beer.

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Express Info When to Visit: The best time to visit New Orleans is from February to May when the weather is comfortably cool and the celebrations are in full swing.

Getting there: All major airlines fly from major India cities to New Orleans via major cities in the United States, such as New York, Washington DC, Boston etc. with codeshare with the American domestic airlines such as American airlines and Delta, with fares starting at Rs. 74,000.

Getting around: Buses are a good means of transport within the city of New Orleans. Get a city map from your hotel or hostel desk to know where to get off, as the drivers usually don’t announce the next stop. The Big Easy’s iconic streetcar is a not to be missed experience. Clean, cute and convenient, the streetcar clatters along on four important lines that transverse the length and breadth of the crescent city for fares as low as $2. Passes are available at the nearest grocery stores. Pedi-cabs or bike taxis have also sprung up all over the city, which are a fun way to get around town and get an informal tour at the same time.

Currency: 1 USD= INR 67 .20 Accommodation: There are many beautiful hotels around the ‘American’ and ‘French’ quarter as well as hostels for one on a budget. Air BNBs offer stellar accommodations to anyone looking to stay for a longer duration.

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Of Monoliths and gateways to the sea!

Belur, Halebidu and Shravanbelagola

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he hoysala dynasty ruled the Southern part of Karnataka from the 11th to the 14th century. During their reign, they constructed many exquiste masterpieces and sculptures, mainly in the Chalukyan style. A one-day tour to the Hoysala period temples of Belur (Chennakesava Temple), Halebeedu (Hoysaleswara Temple) and Asia’s tallest monolithic stone statue (18m high) of Gomateshwara, at Shravanabelagola which is a prominent Jain pilgrimage centre is a worthy weekend trip from the town of Bangalore.

The temples are famous for the Hoysala architecture, which has been used exclusively in these temples, as well as the Somanathapura temple in Karnataka.

Belur or the Chennakesava Temple: Originally called the Vijayanarayana temple, this was built on the banks of the Yagachi river in Belur by the Hoysala king Vishnuvardhana. An early Hoysala capital, the little town of Belur enjoys a prominent position from a historical and archeological viewpoint. Located in the Hassan district of Karnataka, it is 220 kms from Bangalore and 40 kms from Hassan city. This is a temple decidated to 14 Corporate Outbound | August 2016

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shaped plan and the additional shrine a simple square. This temple is also devoted to Kesava, a form of Krishna. Shivabalika, the celestial maiden is found mirrored in pretty much every temple of the Hoysala era.

The main shrine has a mantapa, or hall, which has 60 bays or compartments. The superstructure or the tower on top of the mantapa has been lost over time. The temple is build on a platform to facilitate circumabulation or pradakshina. The shrine itself has an ornate doorjamb, lintel and guardians (Jaya and Vijaya statues).

The annual car festival at the Chennakesava temple takes place between the month of March and April.

The Hoysaleswara temple at Halebidu A Hindu temple dedicated to the Lord Shiva, this majestic structure stands in the Halebidu town of Hassan district, only a short distance of 22 kms from Belur. Built during the rule of King Vishnuvardhana, this temple has withstood the test of a millenium as well as that of sacking and looting by Islamic invaders. After that, the temple fell into ruin and neglect.

This temple was previously knows as Dorasamudra or Dwarasamudra, or the entrance to the sea. Once the seat of the Hoysala empire, Halebidu has two temples under a single platform, hence also sometimes referred to as the double temple. The main shrine follows a star shaped architecture. While the temple is believed to derive its name from the Hoysala ruler King Vishnuvardhana Hoysaleswara, the construction was initiated and financed by the wealthy Shaivite or the Shiv worshipping sect of Hinduism, who were prominent citizens of the city. The construction competed with the Chennakesava temple at Belur, a Vaishanava sect temple.

This temple is surrounded by numerous tanks, ponds and mantapas or halls, and the temple is built in the vicinity of the Dorasamudra lake. The lake preceded the temple by about 75 years.

The two superstructures in the temple are the Hoysaleswara (for the king) and Shantaleswara (named for Shantala Devi, the queen of King Vishnuvardhana). Both the shrines face east and have a mantapa or hall in front. The two halls are connected. The temple has four porches for entry and the one normally used by visitors as main entry is actually a lateral, north entrance. There are entrances on east, west and south side as well and each entry porche has miniature shrines as flanking. There is also a sanctuary for the sun God

the Hindu God Vishnu. ChennaKesava, which literally translates to ‘handsome Kesava’ is also a UNESCO world heritage site. According to scholars of history and archeology, this temple was summoned to celebrate the military successes of the King Vishnuvardhana.

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The main entrace of the temple is crowned by a super structure over the entrace called a Rajagopura. Within the complex, the Chennakesava or the main temple is in the centre, facing east, and is flankd by the Kappe Channigraya temple on its right and a small Sowmyanayaki temple, a form believed to be a reincarnation of the Goddess Lakshmi.

This temple is set slightly back from the main Chennakesava temple, in keeping with the hindu matrimonial tradition. On the left of the Chennakesava temple is the Ranganayaki or the Andal temple, devoted ot a courtesan of Vishnu, also set slightly back. Two main pillars face the main temple, the Eagle pillar and the pillar with lamp, both dating back to different historical periods. Since this temple dates to the early Hoysala era and hence lacks the over decoration seen in the latter Hoysala temples such as the one at Halebidu and Somanathapura.

The main temple has three entrances with doorkeepers carved on both sides. The Kappe Chennigraya temple, though smaller than the main temple, is architecturally significant.

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Surya, whose image stands at 7 ft tall. The pavillions facing the entrances enshrines large images of Nandi, the bull attendant of Lord Shiva. The temple is most well known for the sculptures that run all along the outer wall, starting with the dancing image of the Lord Ganesha on the left side of the south entrace and ending with another image of Ganesha on the right side of the north entrance. There are two hundred and forty such images. This is perhaps the most articulate Hoysala temple in terms of sculpture and these are second to none in all of India. In this temple, the architects have also broken from the tradition of using five moldings at the base of the temple and instead, the outer walls have two eaves that run around the This type of work is called the horizontal treatment.

Shravanabelagola- The temple city Nestled by the Vindhyagiri and Chandragiri hills, and protected by the monolith BhagawanBahubali and home to 2300 years of Jain heritage, the town of Shravanbelagola is at a distance of 51 kilometers from the town of Hassan, Karnataka. The green natural beauty that surrounds Shravanbelagola with the swinging coconut trees and natural water bodies bear testimony to the legendary mental strength of Tyaga (renunciation) and the tender message of Ahimsa (non-violence) that embody the Jain way of life. Over the centuries, this has become the Tapobhoomi or the place of penance and meditation for kings and monks alike. Literally meaning the white pond of the Shravana, the Belagola is an allusion to the pond in the middle of the town. The Sanskrit equivalents Svetasarovara, Dhavalasarovara and Dhavalasarasa used in 18 Corporate Outbound | August 2016

the inscriptions also support this meaning.

This place is well known for the 57 feet tall monolithic statue of GmmateshwaraBahubali, magnificent and munificent alike. The closest man ever got to sculptingManmatha or the mystical lord of love. Magnificent in form and valour, munificent in prayer and deed, this shrine is devoted to the son of the first of the twenty-four Jain serene, and is worshipped for his many great qualities that he lived throughout his life.

The village is a photographers’s delight for the capturing of the monolith or the more than 800 inscriptions on the surrounding rocks and hills that date back to the Indus valley civilization. A large number of these are found on the Chandragiri hill and the rest are on the Vindhyagiri. The mahamastakaabhisheka or the head anointing ceremony of the Lord Gomateshwara is observed every 12 years in the Jain religious cycle and is an integral part of the ancient and composite Hindu tradition. The ceremony of 2016 was the 87 of the series that commenced in the year 981 and the next will be held in 2018. The ceremony is held over a span of 12 days.

Photosynthesis- Karthik Shankar

Express Info Road: Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation as well as many private operators ply buses to the three temple towns in Karnataka.

Drive: The most convenient method of getting to all three of these towns in the Hassan district of Karnataka is driving there. Situated about 196 kilometers from Bangalore, Hassan district is conveniently connected by State highways to Bangalore and it takes about four hours driving.

The temples are open from 10 am to 5 pm and are closed on Sundays.

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‘Orchha’ means hidden place, and the meaning couldn’t resound more loudly as you step foot in this pristine paradise sculpted in stone.

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Weekend Getaway

Orchha:

A hidden jewel in the heart of India

By Neha Kirpal

The aerial view of Orchha city from on top of the Fort

ying in the Bundelkhand region of the country’s largest state, the undiscovered timeless charm of this clean, well maintained historic town caters well to the needs of its tourist market.

This 500-year old medieval town located on the banks of river Betwa reflects the architectural excellence of the Bundela rulers between the 16th and 17th centuries. In the 18th century, the Bundela Rajput chieftain Rudra Pratap chose Orchha as an ideal state for his capital.

Driving through the city’s well developed roads, you notice the lush green vegetation that surrounds you—with fields growing wheat and pulses like soybean, til and moong. Owing to its proximity to the river, the weather too, is cooler and more pleasant here—and you feel like losing yourself into it all!

Palaces:

Orchha’s fort complex consists of three palaces set in an open quadrangle. A ticket of Rs 10 gets you entry into all these places: Jehangir Mahal: A tiered palace crowned by graceful chhatris, it was built by Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo of the Bundelkhand dynasty in the 17th century to commemorate Emperor Jehangir’s visit to Orchha.

Raja Mahal: Built by Madhukar Shah, its interiors consist of boldly colourful murals on various religious themes.

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Inside the Orchha Fort

Rai Praveen Mahal: This was the palace built for poetess and musician Rai Praveen whose beauty Emperor Akbar was captivated by.

Temples:

Ram Raja temple: The legend attached to this temple goes that following the dream-visitation of Lord Ram, Madhukar Shah’s wife brought the god’s statue from Ayodhya to OrThe famous cenotaphs of Orchha’s Bundela kings

Chaurbhuj temple: Exterior ornamentation of the temple includes lotus emblems and other symbols of religious significance. The sanctum is chastely plain with high vaulted walls.

Cenotaphs:

These are 14 poignant ‘chhatris’ or memorials of the Bundelas, the rulers of Orchha.

Other must-dos in Orchha:

The hour-long son et lumeire (sound and light show) at the Fort complex is a stunning spectacle that brings alive Orchha’s 400-year old history—from the discovery of Orchha by a king on a hunt to great battles, stories of romance and feats of valour. It is held daily at 7:30 pm (English) and 8:45 pm (Hindi).

Shopping:

Laxminarayan temple: With fine rooftop views, the interiors of this temple contain the most vibrant of Orchha’s murals, 22 Corporate Outbound | August 2016

The Special Betwa Tarang baingan bharta at the Laxmi Betwa Tarang restaurant

encompassing a variety of religious and secular themes.

If you have the time, then definitely prioritize the Orchha nature reserve along the calm banks of the Betwa river. Nestled amidst a green forested area, it makes for a pleasant evening walk with visual delights of the sunset.

chha. When the idol proved impossible to move in a palace, the queen recalled the deity’s edict that it would remain in the place where it was first installed. It is the only temple in India where Ram is worshipped as a king. The aarti at this temple is held at 8 pm every day.

The walk towards the Orchha nature reserve

Orchha does not offer much in terms of shopping but you must buy some traditional souvenirs and trinkets to take back home when you visit. The local bazaar near the Fort complex has some brassware, metal works of Dokra, Bastar handicrafts, objects made of wrought iron and other momentos and showpieces. The Orchha Square also has some traditional clothing items like pyjamas and kurtas.

You could also head to the Mrignaynee store within the premises of the Betwa Retreat (M P Tourism) for bags, antique jewellery, toys, metal murtis and other gift items.

Metal murtis at Mrignaynee, Betwa Retreat

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Eating out:

The café of the Sheesh Mahal (M P Tourism) is a heritage property conveniently located within the Fort complex, and is a great place to pick up coffee with free Wi-Fi while you’re here. Hardik Resort in the city offers a choice of Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisine. It also has a Punjabi, north and south Indian menu.

If you want to try out some of the local street food, then head to the Laxmi Betwa Tarang restaurant and order some of their Special Betwa Tarang baingan bharta with tandoori missi roti. Also, don’t miss out on a plate of hot samosas and mangode (moong dal pakori) from Mauranipur, which lies a short distance away from Orchha. You can also carry back home a box of the delicious famous pedas from Barua Sagar, another town near Jhansi.

Location: District Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh How to reach: By air: Closest airport is Gwalior (119 km) and Khjuraho (170 km) By rail: The nearest railhead is Jhansi. A 20 kilometre drive away from Orchha, Jhansi is a convenient 5-hour long Shatabdi train ride away from Delhi.

By road: Orchha is 461 kms away from Delhi (Route via Yamuna Expressway and NH43) Where to stay: The Orchha Resort, Amar Mahal Hotel,Hotel Raj Mahal and many to suit your pocket.

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Method: 1. Heat oil in heavy pot over medium-high heat until very hot and almost smoking. Add flour and stir constantly until mixture is dark reddish brown, about 5 minutes.

2. Add chopped onions, chopped bell peppers, and chopped celery and cook until onions are soft and brown, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes.

3. Add garlic and cayenne and stir 2 minutes. Add wine, thyme, and bay leaves; bring to boil, stirring occasionally.

4. Add tomatoes with juice, broth, and chicken; simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Add okra and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes.

5. Add shrimp to pot and cook shrimp until just opaque in center, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Season gumbo to taste with salt and pepper.

6. Garnish with minced parsley and serve with steamed rice alongside.

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Chef Vipul, a Professional in Industry with over 11 years of experience in India and Abroad, specializes in South East Asian and Modern Continental Cuisine. Currently, he is inspiring and nurturing young chefs as a Chef Trainer at IHM PUSA New Delhi.

Shrimp and Chicken Gumbo Gumbo is a dish traditionally from New Orleans and southeastern Louisiana known as “Creole” after the Louisiana Creole people.

Gumbo is a stew that originated in New Orleans during the 18th century. It consists primarily of a strongly-flavored stock, meat or shellfish, a thickener, and vegetables like celery, bell peppers, and onions. The dish likely derived its name from either a word from aBantu language for okra (ki ngombo) or the Choctaw word for filé (kombo).

Several different varieties of gumbos exist. Creole gumbo generally contains shellfish, tomatoes, and a thickener. Cajun gumbo is generally based on a dark roux and is spicier, with either shellfish or fowl. Sausage or ham is often added to gumbos of either variety. After the base is prepared, vegetables are cooked down, and then meat is added. The dish simmers for a minimum of three hours, with shellfish and some spices added near the end. Gumbo is traditionally served over rice.

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It’s a stew so any combination with vegetables and meat or seafood could be tried.

Sausages are very much recommended for a authentic new Orleans gumbo.

A good crusty bread could also be served as a accompaniment to a good gumbo.

150 gms boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes 50 gms deveined medium shrimp 40 ml vegetable oil 25 gms all purpose flour 01 large onion, chopped 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded, chopped 15 gms celery stalk, chopped 20 gms garlic cloves, chopped 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 cup dry white wine chopped fresh thyme 2 bay leaves 250 gms diced tomatoes with juice 400ml chicken broth 50 gms sliced okra Parsley Steamed rice

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