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<s>[INST] Where can you find upscale restaurants in Mumbai? [/INST] The dining experience at an upscale restaurant in Mumbai is more or less the same as anywhere else in the world. You can find cuisine from the Middle East, Western Europe, North America and China easily. But to get a real flavour of what's unique to Mumbai, you will have to go a little lower down the scale and experience the street food and Irani cafes. Since March 2015, beef is banned in Maharashtra, and therefore in Mumbai. Therefore, it is uncommon to find beef served in restaurants. For individual restaurants and other places to eat, go to the individual district pages. </s> |
<s>[INST] where is the airport planned? [/INST] The airport at Sahnewal, about 10 km away from Ludhiana, has been made functional. But a better option may be to use the Chandigarh airport, to which flights are available from Delhi, Mumbai and Jammu. The next nearest international airport is Amritsar's Raja Sansi Airport. An international airport is being planned in Ludhiana. </s> |
<s>[INST] How is Trivandrum connected by road? [/INST] The city is well connected by road. National Highways 47 and 208 pass through it. A number of long distance buses and inter state buses ply through the city. You have buses from Kochi, Alappuzha, Thiruvananthapuram, Bangalore, etc. The city is also well connected by railways. The railway code is QLN. You can get trains to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, etc. The nearest airport is the Trivandrum International Airport and it is 70 km away from the city. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the sambal? [/INST] Since the place has been a hub of business activities for over a century, it has attracted business communities from far and wide. Business communities like the Parsis, Jews, Marawaris, Gujaratis have made South Mumbai their home. This lead to places of worships for each of the communities and south Mumbai does have its share of temples, Parsi fire temples, churches, synagogues and even a Chinese temple. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the cheapest toll free number? [/INST] Toll-free numbers start with 1-800, but are usually operator-dependent: you can't call a BSNL/MTNL toll-free number from an Airtel landline, and vice versa. Often, the numbers may not work from your cellular phone. Other National Numbers that start with 18xx or 19xx may attract special charges. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is UP? [/INST] Uttar Pradesh (UP) is a state in the Plains region of India. With around 240 million inhabitants in 2021, it is not just more populous than other states of India, but all other sub-national regions in the world. If UP were a country, it'd be the fifth most populous country, just behind Indonesia and ahead of Pakistan. </s> |
<s>[INST] How far is Mangalore from Bangalore? [/INST] Distances to Karwar-
1. Madgaon - 76 km - 2 Hrs
2. Panjim - 108 km- 3 Hrs
3. Vasco-da-gama - 95 Km- 3 and half Hrs
4. Hubli - 170- 4 and half Hrs
5. Mangalore - 288km - 6 Hrs
6. Bangalore- 520km- 12 Hrs
7. Mumbai- 855km- 16 Hrs
8. Shimoga - 235 km - 4 and half Hrs
9. Bhatkal - 115km- 3 Hrs </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the best way to get to Auli? [/INST] Trekking - From Auli, one can trek up to Himalayan peaks such as Nanda Devi, Kamat, Mana Parvat and Dunagiri. Joshimath to Auli is about 14 km. Walking on snow-laden paths in winters or lush alpine meadows during summers, the offbeat trails of Auli are an unparalleled attraction for trekkers and nature lovers. The green expanse of Gurson (Gorson) bugyal meadow is just 3 km from Auli and it connects with the trekking trail to Kuari Pass. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the best place to go for a vacation? [/INST] The landscape is just beautiful and mind freshening, which can soothe your body and mind. Sitting in the garden and watching the river and a few boats sailing is one of the lifetime view for a vacation. Very enjoyable </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the significance of the end of the insurgency in Guwahati? [/INST] The pleasant environment, however, is somewhat tempered by the inadequate investment in the region, which is apparent from the low quality of roads. Still, despite the average infrastructure, private investors have been drawn to the city, and there has been something of a boom in the construction of shopping malls and high quality condominiums, which has helped raise the economic profile of the city. The end of decades-long insurgency in Assam has also helped in the economic boom of Guwahati. </s> |
<s>[INST] How many trains are there to Nagercoil? [/INST] If your train comes into Nagercoil, there are busses to Kanyakumari from right outside Nagercoil junction station starting at 5:20AM (ish) and meant to be on the half hour every hour. Although you just have to keep asking. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is misal in kolhapur? [/INST] Once in Kolhapur, you should never miss out on misal, which is a famous Maharashtrian snack made from spicy sprouted moth beans. Authentic misal can be tasted only in Kolhapur. Outside Kolhapur, in many other places in Maharashtra, people only add lot of oil and red chilly and serve it as 'kolhapuri misal'. There are many famous misal eating joints. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the government's dream of Allahabad? [/INST] Allahabad used to have a thriving industrial suburb (Naini) till the 1980s, but then those public sector units started closing down one by one, forcing entire generations of young educated Allahabadis to migrate out of the city in search of work. Today, Allahabad is slowly inching along in its dream to be an IT hub. And the government administrative offices remain alive and kicking. </s> |
<s>[INST] when is the park open? [/INST] The park is open throughout the year. Wildlife sightings are most frequent in the hot season (May to June), when the foliage is not as thick. The most comfortable time to visit in terms of climate is between November and March. </s> |
<s>[INST] How much does it cost to use a bus? [/INST] Even though the buses are operated by different private companies, the bus numbering scheme is unified and quite useful. The destinations and routes are, however, all written in Kannada. The best way to use these buses is to ask around and the people are most helpful. If you are armed with a city map, one can get the hang of things within a day or so. The minimum bus fare is ₹5. If you are a student, you have to pay just half the bus fare. </s> |
<s>[INST] How many states are in eastern india? [/INST] From the Himalayas to the Bay of Bengal, Eastern India consists of five states: Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Sikkim and West Bengal. Although economically less developed than other regions of India, Eastern India is culturally rich and perhaps the most welcoming to outsiders. </s> |
<s>[INST] How much alcohol is available in the city? [/INST] Liquor cannot be found in the department stores or malls. It is regulated by the state government of Tamil Nadu and available through retail outlets controlled by state-owned body TASMAC and in some star hotels and bars. These shops usually close around 22:00, and it is hard to find an overnight party house in the city. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the name of the metro express? [/INST] Metro Express: can be identified by their blue and white colour. These buses run in most important routes such as 400, 211, 500, 99, 28, 38 etc. These buses don't stop at all bus stops and the fare for these buses is also a bit higher than that for city ordinary buses.Many of these buses are JNNURM funded and sport digital display boards which display route number and route details in both English and Telugu. Also most of these have cushioned seats which are comfortable and many of them also have air-suspension which makes the journey more comfortable. These buses don't get as crowded as City Ordinary buses. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the time of departure? [/INST] As with all Indian railway travel, have some patience for delays. Trains are usually on time (within 20 min of scheduled time), but can sometimes be late. A digital departure board in the station will tell you what platform your train is on and what time it leaves. </s> |
<s>[INST] How many kms to Karwar? [/INST] Distances to Karwar-
1. Madgaon - 76 km - 2 Hrs
2. Panjim - 108 km- 3 Hrs
3. Vasco-da-gama - 95 Km- 3 and half Hrs
4. Hubli - 170- 4 and half Hrs
5. Mangalore - 288km - 6 Hrs
6. Bangalore- 520km- 12 Hrs
7. Mumbai- 855km- 16 Hrs
8. Shimoga - 235 km - 4 and half Hrs
9. Bhatkal - 115km- 3 Hrs </s> |
<s>[INST] what is thaali? [/INST] Indian Vegetarian (Thaali Meals)
'Thaali' in Marathi & Hindi means a complete meal. Thaali meals consist of Assorted Indian breads, Rice varieties, 2 or 3 vegetables, Munchins, Dals, Kadhi, Traditional cold drinks, Indian Desserts, etc. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the main cell of the temple? [/INST] The navaranga pillars are cylindrical in shape and the central ceiling has a lotus pendant. The main cell contains a fine figure of Adinatha with a well carved prabhavali, flanked by male Chamara bearers; the left cell has a figure of Neminatha and the right a figure of Shantinatha. Adinatha or Vrishabhanatha was the first among the twenty four Jinas. He is also known as Purudeva. He was the father of Gommata. In the three sanctums are beautiful images of Thirthankaras carved in schist. The Temple is datable to the 14th century. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the best way to get around in pakistan? [/INST] One of the best ways to get around. You can rent a car, but taxis are cheaper. It is safest to hire an experienced driver. Like most of India, navigating traffic in Punjab can be a hair-raising experience. Taxis usually don't have a problem driving to wherever you want within the district. It is common to see the owner of the car sitting in the back with a driver driving the car. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the best way to get to go to a meditation centre? [/INST] One notable monument in Northwest Mumbai is the Global Vipassana Pagoda in Gorai. It is a meditation centre that can seat 8,000 people. Vipassana literally means mediation, and the centre runs 10-day meditation courses and 1 day mega courses on Sundays. The courses are free of cost but you would have to register for them in advance on their website. </s> |
<s>[INST] Where can you find tribal work? [/INST] Odisha is well known for handicrafts. Sambalpuri and Kataki sarees in handspun cotton and silk or tussar, have traditional Hindu and Buddhist designs on them. There is filigree work in silver that you will find in Kataka. You will also find fine tribal work in brass and other metal-wire. Pattachitra is traditional painting on palm-leaf or raw silk. </s> |
<s>[INST] How do you avoid monkeys? [/INST] Beware of greedy monkeys which may attack anytime to grab food from your hands. Don’t make any eye contact with them. Try to ignore them while passing by. Any abrupt move from your side may pass the wrong message on these creatures. </s> |
<s>[INST] Are they kidding? [/INST] Swimming in the ocean here can be dangerous and many people drown. The lifeguards mark different areas of the sea as dangerous. They are not kidding. If the current catches someone, it pulls them both down and out. </s> |
<s>[INST] what are the new resorts and hotels at wandoor? [/INST] There are a few small food stalls operated by the locals, serving basic food, eggs and some groceries. There are a couple of new resorts and hotels at Wandoor, like Sea Princess or Anugama resorts which offer other specialities. A lot of Indian tourists come to Wandoor during the season to visit Jolly Buoy or Red Skin islands. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the difference between meter taxis and share autos? [/INST] Share autos have emerged as an alternative mode of transport in Chennai. They are oversized three-wheelers running on diesel and charge slightly more than the bus. There are four-wheelers known as meter taxis, which don't have a meter and are not taxis. Another four-wheeler, Magic (manufactured by Tata), has started running in and around the city, which operates similarly to share autos and meter taxis. They are all overcrowded and the drivers indulge in rash driving, owing to the competition. The only advantage is that it is cost-effective. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the most industrialised region of India? [/INST] Maharashtra (Marathi: महाराष्ट्र) in Western India is the third-largest state of India by size and the second-largest by population. It stretches from the west coast to the interior regions with a variable climate. Maharashtra contains India's most industrialised region, the Mumbai-Pune belt. Agriculturally, too, the state is one of India's more advanced and well-irrigated. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the name of the road? [/INST] There are several "Shivalings" along the river which the boatman will guide you to. The old capital called Anegundi, across the river from Hampi, also has many sites. You can also go to Anegundi from Virupapur Gadde by road. There is a road alongside the old broken bridge (Bukka's Aqueduct). The Hanuman Temple on Anjenaya Hill (involves climbing up 572 steps, is believed to be the birthplace of Hanuman) and the Pampa Sarovar are worth a visit. Both of these places are around 7-8 km from the Old broken bridge. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the name of the restaurant in Pune? [/INST] Pune is undoubtedly a great place to eat. Fergusson College Road and JM road that runs parallel, is full of budget eateries serving delicious hot food at nominal charges. Almost all restaurants open and close at similar hours. 10AM-11PM is the usual. Of course, restaurant bars stay open till at least midnight. Misals are a Pune favourite, if you can stomach the spice in them. They are a tasty meal and a visit to Bedekar Misal or Shree Uphar Gruha is a must. They are in the Peth areas and are famous. Shree Uphar Gruha is at Tulsi Baug. It is a small joint but dishes out tasty Misal and fritters. Do refer to for an inspiration on local cuisine that is rich in variety and a delight for vegetarians.
For more exotic variety, head out to Koregaon Park. North Main Road is a lane with more than 50 restaurants. It offers a choice of cuisine including Italian, French, Mexican, Thai, Japanese and a variety of local Indian food; there is a restaurant to fit every taste and mood. ABC farms in Koregaon Park has many restaurants at one place - ideal when you cannot decide before leaving for dinner. Koregaon Park is known as the Restaurant Suburb, and holds a similar status to Pune that Bandra holds to Mumbai. </s> |
<s>[INST] Why is beef not served in Goa? [/INST] Even non-vegetarians will soon note that due to the Hindu taboo, beef is generally not served (except in the Muslim, Christian and Parsi communities, Goa, Kerala and the North-Eastern states), and pork is also uncommon due to the Muslim population. Chicken and mutton are thus by far the most common meats used, although "buff" (water buffalo) is occasionally served in backpacker establishments. Seafood is of course ubiquitous in the coastal regions of India, and a few regional cuisines do use duck, venison and other game meats in traditional dishes. </s> |
<s>[INST] what are the best places to walk in bakrota? [/INST] Ask the locals for more detailed directions and advice about these places. Dain Kund, Upper Bakrota, and Ganji Pahadi are lesser-known but quite long and enjoyable walks. Pack a picnic basket: there are a lot of open, empty spots where one can sit and enjoy a meal and a good view. </s> |
<s>[INST] How long does it take to get to Darjeeling? [/INST] There are buses from Siliguri to Darjeeling, but they are slow due to the steep, twisted, narrow climb to Darjeeling. The option of shared terrain vehicles is available and it is cheap and faster. But terrain vehicles wait for a full load of passengers before departing. </s> |
<s>[INST] Who should be ignored? [/INST] Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be completely ignored. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. </s> |
<s>[INST] what are the major attractions in bishnupur? [/INST] The major landmarks in the region include the Curzon Gate (Bijoy Toran) and Sarbamangala Temple in Bardhaman, 108 Shiva Temples (Nava Kailash) in Ambika Kalna and the terracotta temples in Bishnupur. Hills like Ajodhya, Biharinath, Joychandi and Susunia are also notable attractions and you can also trek these hills. </s> |
<s>[INST] How do you prepare for a trip to India? [/INST] Going to India, you have to adapt to a different climate and food. However, with precautions the chance and severity of any illness can be minimised. Don't stress yourself too much at the beginning of your journey to allow your body to acclimatise to the country. For example, take a day of rest upon arrival, at least on your first visit. Many travellers get ill for wanting to do too much in too little time. Be careful with spicy food if it is not your daily diet. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the main reasons why Udupi restaurants are so popular? [/INST] Udupi restaurants are not just found in Udupi. Starting from the middle of the 20th century, many people from Udupi (and the Karavali region in general) migrated to Mumbai for better career opportunities. Often, the migrants were bachelors who naturally craved food from back home, and a significant number were Brahmins who would not let go of caste related taboos against eating food cooked by non-Brahmins. The Udupi restaurants came up in Mumbai to cater to this group of people. Very soon, these eateries, serving cheap, nutritious and vegetarian food became very popular and spread all over India. However, very few of these restaurants have stayed true to their roots - and today, you are likely to find the usual South Indian-North Indian-Chinese cuisines in those restaurants. </s> |
<s>[INST] How far is the water fall from Madikeri? [/INST] Mandalpatti- View point: about 35 km from Madekeri town, Mandalpatti viewpoint provides breath taking view of the nearby hills. The route from Madikeri is a great ride through coffee plantains. The view point is about 1600 meters above sea-level . If you are looking for some adventure, you can go downhill from the view point on the opposite directions which leads to a small yet beautiful water fall. Please use all safety measures as this water fall is secluded and is almost inaccessible due to its distance from the view point.Avoid trekking down alone or in small groups </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the main center for diving in the Andamans? [/INST] The diving possibilities around the Andamans are vast and it feels that what has been discovered is only the beginning... and even that is pretty great. Look for more sites to open up soon. Havelock is the main center for diving in the island chain. Usual places for diving are Elephant beach and Lighthouse in Havelock. If you're an experienced diver, also enquire about dive expeditions, where they will take you out hunting for new and undiscovered sites. For certified divers, South Button is another great place to dive. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the best way to get around karwar? [/INST] Auto rickshaw, or car. You can also rent a boat to visit some of the islands. Thats Great being in karwar. For the environment-friendly, Bicycles are also available on Rent basis. Bicycles in the standard non-geared, and now MTBs are also available. </s> |
<s>[INST] where is st. anne church in goa? [/INST] St. Anne church can be easily reached by hiring local transport like buses, taxi and autos in Goa.
St. Anne Church, the most renowned and distinguished church in Goa, is located in a small village Talaulim on the banks of Siridao river. The village is situated near Goa Velha and easily accessible from Mapusa, Panaji and other major cities of Goa. </s> |
<s>[INST] how far is pathankot from chandigarh? [/INST] Pathankot is situated at the entry point of Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. The famous Hindu Pilgrimage Vaishno devi is just 160 km from Pathankot. From Chandigarh, you can reach here in just 6 hours. It is well connected with bus services from Punjab roadways, Haryana Roadways, Himachal Roadways and J&K transport. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the best phone for badami monkeys? [/INST] There are many monkeys in Badami. Some of them, especially the gray langurs, can be aggressive. B.S.N.L ( Cellone ) cellular phone connectivity is available here. Summer months of March, April, May are hot. Dehydration must be avoided in these months. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the largest open street market in north-eastern india? [/INST] Iewduh is the largest open street market in north-eastern India. It has large sections dedicated to local fruits, vegetables, honey, fish, etc. As a tourist, you can get a very nice picture of local life in here.
Traditional bamboo handicrafts and woollen handmade shawls are most popular buys. Additionally art-crafts made of wood and bamboo furniture are popular. Bamboo shoot pickles are quite favourite of the tourists. Please visit the Meghalya Govt. Handicrafts Showroom "Purbashree" in police bazar. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the rupee symbol in india? [/INST] The currency in India is the Indian rupee (sign: ₹; code: INR) (रुपया — rupaya in Hindi and similarly named in most Indian languages, but taka in Maithili, Taakaa in Bengali and Toka in Assamese). The rupee is subdivided into 100 paise (singular: paisa). "5 rupees 75 paise" would normally be written as "₹5.75". The new rupee symbol ₹ was introduced in July 2010 to bring the rupee's symbol in line with other major currencies. Previously, "Rs" was used (or "Re" for the singular rupee). It is very likely you will continue to see the previous nomenclature in your Indian travels, especially with smaller businesses and street vendors. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the most common meals in Telugu? [/INST] A typical meal in Telugu cuisine consists of a combination of cooked rice, pickles (pachadi), dal (pappu), curry, yogurt (perugu) or buttermilk (majjiga), and papadum (appadam). Chewing paan, a somewhat narcotic mixture of betel leaves and areca nut, is also a common practice after meals. Lunch and dinner are elaborate affairs in many households. In traditional households, the meal is served on arati aaku, a single plantain leaf, or vistari, a larger plate made of several leaves sewn together. More people are now using broad steel plates called kancham. However, arati aaku and vistari are still widely used for festivals and special events. Lunch and dinner items are served on a single plate in a specific arrangement. Pappu (dal) and curries are placed to the right of the diner, while pickles and podi are placed on the left. Special items such as pulihora (tamarind rice/lemon rice) and garelu (vada) are placed at the top right. A large scoop of rice is placed in the middle. Small amounts of pulusu, sambar, rasam, ghee and buttermilk are typically sprinkled onto the leaf. The ghee is mixed with every item except perugu (curd)/majjiga (buttermilk). </s> |
<s>[INST] Are private taxis available? [/INST] There are city buses running at the frequency of 2 minutes between Hubballi and Dharwad. Also from Dharwad Central Bus Terminus ( CBT ) to various localities of Dharwad. One can hire autorickshaws to visit different places within city limits. Private taxi's are also available. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the best way to have it? [/INST] Sip tender coconut. Refresh yourself with a sip of cool tender coconut and a scoop of its soft white flesh. Ask your tour guide to arrange for fresh madhura kallu (sweet toddy extracted from the coconut palm) and have it the Kerala way with exotic karimeen pollichathu (coal-baked freshwater fish), spicy pickles or kappa (cassava) and fish curry. Optionally, a visit to a toddy shop (locally known as a kallu shappu) can be a good experience. Toddy shops across the state are known to serve excellent spicy seafood, fish and all kinds of meat with matured alcoholic kallu. </s> |
<s>[INST] How far is Noida from DEL? [/INST] The easiest way to go to Noida by public transport is to take the Blue Line  3/4  which has numerous stops around the city. The Magenta Line  8  also connects Noida and links Terminal 1D, Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL IATA). It takes around an hour to travel between DEL and Noida. </s> |
<s>[INST] how far is thanes from bahrain? [/INST] Navi Mumbai is well connected with Mumbai. There are two entry points from Mumbai, via Chembur/Mankhurd and via the Airoli exit on the Eastern Express Highway. It will cost you ₹30 in toll. From Thane, you can enter the city via the Thane-Belapur road, and in fact the Airoli exit joins the Thane-Belapur road. This road has numerous entry points into the city, so you need to confirm which one to take. </s> |
<s>[INST] where can i change money? [/INST] It is best to change money at the city-based money changers than the ones at the airports. You'll find many money-changing operations in Saifabad, some with door-step service. It's also possible to call them and agree on a rate before the transaction. </s> |
<s>[INST] What languages are common in India? [/INST] English-language TV shows and movies are common, and the number of English TV channels outnumber the number of Indian-language TV channels. Some shows may be dubbed in another language depending on where you are. </s> |
<s>[INST] Who brought him up? [/INST] Bishnupur was the citadel of the Malla dynasty. The dynasty was founded in the late 7th century by Adi Malla. Adi Malla was the abandoned son of a North Indian king. He was brought up by a Bramhim of the present-day Bishnupur region. The brahmin family provided him with the best education along with physical and warfare training. The boy not only excelled in education but also turned out to be an outstanding wrestler. Soon on the request of the local elders, he ascended the throne of the local kingdom, which was renamed as the Malla Kingdom (Malla meaning wrestling) and he is known as Adi Malla. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the area like? [/INST] There is a number of budget housing options (of price and quality comparable to typical Indian cities) located in the large market area of sector 45. The area itself is considerably more "Indian" than the central districts, with its narrow winding streets and a strong community feel. As of February 2013, you should aim at ₹500/night in this area, after some haggling, and there are many hotels to choose from. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the cheapest train to go to Lucknow? [/INST] Lucknow is on the Delhi-Gorakhpur railway route. Connections can be made from Agra and Allahabad.
A major railway junction, Lucknow is conveniently connected to many cities. Some of the important trains are : 12003/12004 Shatabadi Ex. : 15063/15064; Nainital Ex; : 19165/19166; Sabarmati Exp : 12553/12554; Vaishali Exp : 15609/15610; Awadh-Assam Exp : 12875/12876; Neelanchal Exp : 14283/14284; Ganga-Yamuna Exp : 12229/12230 Lucknow Mail : 12419/12420; Gomti Exp : 14257/14258; Kashi-Vishwanath Exp : 14011/14012; Nauchandi Exp : 11015/11016; Bombay-Gorakhpur Exp : 12511/12512; Cochin-Gorakhpur Exp. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the best time to irrigate the fertile land? [/INST] With the onset of the monsoon rains, some time around June, the little streams and lagoons break their flow beds and irrigate the fertile land to an overwhelming cover of green. Shrubs, grass and bushes cover every available inch of land to provide a fantastic treat to the eyes with the morning dew and surface mist on the water bodies, spotted in colors with blooms of algae and lillies. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the main town of Govind Nagar? [/INST] The beaches have been given a rather boring numbering system instead of names, although some names like Radhanagar are in popular use. The arrival port is at Beach #1, the junction at the center is Beach #3 (aka Govind Nagar), the junction near Dolphin Resort is Beach #5 (Vijay Nagar) and so on. Govind Nagar, the main "town", is small and has only a handful of shops and local dhabas. Most accommodation is grouped along the road from Beach #3 to Beach #5. From the 'junction' near Beach #3 a road veers off to Beach #7 (Radhanagar Beach), the most beautiful spot on the island. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the landscape of the kangla? [/INST] The landscape of the Kangla looks like a trapezium (a deformed square) when seen from the satellite mapping. The Imphal River flows in the middle of the Kangla. The ruins of the Kangla in the western side (right side) of the river are preserved still today. Unfortunately, everything in the eastern side (left side) of the river are unpreserved and are inhabited by the masses of people. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the difference between the old and new city of Hyderabad? [/INST] Hyderabad has an underdeveloped road system, leading to traffic jams during rush hours. The 160-km-long Nehru Outer Ring Road expressway, commonly called the ORR, circles the city, and may be faster than driving straight through the city. The P V Narasimha Rao Expressway, fully elevated, serves South Hyderabad and the airport and is a great way of bypassing the crowded Old City. There is also an Inner Ring Road connecting Central, South and East Hyderabad. These roads are helping take some pressure of NH65 and NH44 that, in addition to being national highways, also happen to serve as the arterial roads of the city. Several modern flyovers now link the arterial roads. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the basic precautions women should take when travelling alone? [/INST] As a rule India is quite safe for foreigners, apart from instances of petty crime and theft common to any developing country, as long as certain basic precautions and common sense are observed (i.e. women should be cautious travelling alone at night). </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the name of the big Bhandara? [/INST] Varanasi is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, with settlements dating back to the 11th century BC. Many Hindus believe that dying in Varanasi brings salvation/Nirvana and so they make the trip to the city when they realise that they are close to death. For some, the culture shock of the burning corpses in plain view and the feces overflowing from the Ganges can be a bit overwhelming. However, the scene of pilgrims doing their devotions in the River Ganga at sunrise set against the backdrop of the centuries-old temples is probably one of the most impressive sights in the world. A three-day-long Big Bhandara was organized by Kabir Saheb in the world-famous city Kashi. That Bhandara is known as "Divya Dharma Yagya".  Divya Dharma Yagya lasted for three days from Shukla Paksha Chaudas of Kartik month to Krishna Paksha Ekam (First) of Mangsar (Maghshirsha) month. A Dohar and a Mohar (seal) were also given in the Bhandara. Kesho Banjara also narrated Satsang to the sages present during Divya Dharma Yagya Diwas. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the Malayalee culture in Kerala? [/INST] Unique to Kerala, the Malayalee culture is derived from ancient Tamil-Dravidian practices combined with Arya-Indian culture, with influences from China, Japan, Arab countries, Portugal, Holland and even from the British. There are a lot of Tamil-Sanskrit elements, resulting in many unique practices and customs. Each community in Kerala has its own unique version of Malayalee culture which will not be found anywhere outside Kerala. </s> |
<s>[INST] Who was the father of Gommata? [/INST] The navaranga pillars are cylindrical in shape and the central ceiling has a lotus pendant. The main cell contains a fine figure of Adinatha with a well carved prabhavali, flanked by male Chamara bearers; the left cell has a figure of Neminatha and the right a figure of Shantinatha. Adinatha or Vrishabhanatha was the first among the twenty four Jinas. He is also known as Purudeva. He was the father of Gommata. In the three sanctums are beautiful images of Thirthankaras carved in schist. The Temple is datable to the 14th century. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the difference between town buses and private buses? [/INST] Town buses ply throughout the city. These are government-run and cheap. DTS (Dream Team Shahara) is a partnership between the government of Odisha and Sahara, a private company, that runs a public bus service. Buses ply all over the city, between 06:30 and 22:30 at about 20 min intervals, though the timings for specific routes vary. Fares are very reasonable, a 15 km journey costs ₹25. Tickets are bought on the bus - by cash only. Caution is advisable in using these buses as typical of any other Indian city as they can be very crowded. </s> |
<s>[INST] When is it extremely wet on the hill? [/INST] You can visit this place at any time of the year. In the rainy season it is extremely wet on the hill. A summer visit will make you spell bound. It's best if you are on top of the hill before sunrise. The wind, fog and clouds that blow towards you in the morning is just amazing. To be on top of the hill by 5:30AM, you need to leave Bangalore at around 4AM. If you are not sure about the route, leave even earlier. </s> |
<s>[INST] How much is the safari for chilapata? [/INST] For Chilapata, terrain vehicle safari for wildlife sighting requires hiring of gypsys and guides, trained by Forest Department. It takes place twice in the morning and twice in the afternoon. Fee for gypsy hire is ₹1300/- per car, fee for guide hire is ₹300/-, fee for vehicle entry is ₹300/- and fee for per-person entry is ₹100/-. Tribal dance performance is included in safari only for the fourth trip during afternoon. Charge is ₹50/- per person. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are some of the most famous museums and art galleries in india? [/INST] Some of the India's most famous museums and art galleries are found here. The Kala Ghoda area in South Mumbai teems with them, particularly the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (Prince of Wales Museum), and the National Gallery of Modern Art. Once again, most of them are concentrated in South Mumbai. Also worth planning a visit is Jehangir Art Gallery, also at Kala Ghoda, displays changing exhibits by notable artists. The plaza next to the gallery also regularly displays exhibits of various artists. </s> |
<s>[INST] Who controlled the Kangla? [/INST] However, in 1949, two years after the freedom from the British empire, Manipur became a part of the Indian republic. So, the Kangla was under the control of the Assam Rifles, a military unit of India. Being a military base camp, the Kangla was again not freely accessible to the public, though entry is possible only with special permissions. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the best place to work in Vadodara? [/INST] Vadodara has companies like L&T, Xylem water solutions, IOCL, ABB, GSFC, ONGC, IPCL (now Reliance), Bombardier, General Motors, Kemrock, Alembic and Jyoti. Many other petrochemical companies like GACL and pharma companies like Sun Pharma, Alembic and Sarabhai are also well known. It is also considered a good location for IT companies, and a new biotech park is coming to the city. Quickstart Global has set up its operations as well, providing employment to more than 800 people in Vadodara. </s> |
<s>[INST] Where is the other cafe? [/INST] Neither has the cafe culture really caught on yet, so there are very few places to have a casual non-alcoholic drink. There are two cafes, both part of a Zote Bakery outlet. One is in Dawrpui near the church and another in Electric Veng. Don't expect a wide range of drinks: It's either milky tea or milky coffee out of a Nescafe machine. </s> |
<s>[INST] Where are the most famous museums in India? [/INST] Some of the India's most famous museums and art galleries are found here. The Kala Ghoda area in South Mumbai teems with them, particularly the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (Prince of Wales Museum), and the National Gallery of Modern Art. Once again, most of them are concentrated in South Mumbai. Also worth planning a visit is Jehangir Art Gallery, also at Kala Ghoda, displays changing exhibits by notable artists. The plaza next to the gallery also regularly displays exhibits of various artists. </s> |
<s>[INST] how many guest houses are there in hampi? [/INST] There are several guest houses in Hampi, though staying in Hospet or the nearby town of Kamalapur are also options. Staying at Hospet gives easy accessibility to the railway station and better hotels. Hampi is also not very far from Hospet. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the history of the caves? [/INST] The caves, for which the island is famous, came up much later. Nothing much is known about the history of the caves. Numismatic evidence, along with inscriptions and construction style suggest that the caves were constructed by King Krishnaraja of the Kalachuri Dynasty and date back to the mid 6th century CE. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the best way to play volleyball in Kerala? [/INST] Like elsewhere in India, many sport options exist in Kerala. Popular sports include football, cricket, volleyball, and athletics. Malayalees are well known for their passion for volleyball and athletics. The majority of great Indian volleyball players and famous athletes, of which many are Olympians, are from Kerala. If you intend to participate in a volleyball game, "bring your A game" as the locals are very good! </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the main providers of terrestrial telephone lines in Chennai? [/INST] BSNL, Airtel, Reliance and Tata, are main providers of terrestrial telephone lines in Chennai. You can make long-distance calls from one of the many booths that display NSD/ISD i.e. National Subscriber Dialling (National Long Distance) and International Subscriber Dialling (International Long Distance). Calling cards are also available with these providers which are considerably cheap. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the year of the temple festivals in Kerala? [/INST] Kerala's festivals gained more fame, thro' its Temple festivals. Most of the temples do have an Annual festival starting from November end to middle May, which varies according to each temple's annual calendar. Most of the temple festivals is celebrated as part of temple's anniversary or presiding deity's birthday or any other major event associated with the temple. Kerala's temple festivals are very interesting to see, with regular procession of decorated elephants, temple orchestra and other festivities. Most of the temples do have 9 days of festivals and normally on 8th night, its marked with heavy fireworks and special orchestration of temple orchestra and parade of normally 3 to 9 decorated elephants. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the food in kananiyakumari? [/INST] The food in Kanniyakumari is more of the classic South Indian style. It is mostly vegetarian, and maybe even some Tamil favorites including iddlis, sambar, dosai, and related are available. Typical South Indian vegetarian food is available. In some cases, they may serve you the food on the traditional banana leaf. South Indian food is more of an acquired taste for some people from the Western part of the world. It is different, but still good. Do not expect much as far as Western style breakfast foods or western style foods. </s> |
<s>[INST] Who is ambivalent about whether they consider themselves Hindus? [/INST] Over time there was a gradual decline of Buddhism and Jainism. The practice of Buddhism, in particular, disappeared from India's heartland, though Buddha himself was incorporated into the Hindu pantheon. Jainism continues to be practised by a significant minority who are ambivalent about whether they consider themselves Hindus or not. Hinduism itself went through major changes. Vedic deities such as Indra and Agni became less important while Puranic deities such as Vishnu, Shiva, their various Avatars and family members gained prominence. </s> |
<s>[INST] How far is Mangalore from the city centre? [/INST] Mangalore International Airport (IXE IATA), at Bajpe, about 20 km from the city centre. There are daily flights to Mumbai, Bangalore, Goa, Kochi and Calicut in the domestic segment and weekly or bi-weekly flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Muscat (Oman), Doha (Qatar), Kuwait and Bahrain in the international segment. Byndoor is two hours drive from Mangalore. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the best view of the Karnataka? [/INST] Road connectivity with the rest of Karnataka is provided through four ghats, or mountain passes. These are the Subrahmanya, Charmadi, Shiradi and Agumbe ghats. The National Highway 48 connects Bangalore to Mangalore through the Shiradi ghat. The ghat roads are in a perpetual state of disrepair, and monsoons make the problem worse. They are dangerous to drive on because of rash driving. On the plus side, the view is absolutely stunning. </s> |
<s>[INST] What is the best name for the brand? [/INST] Tap water is normally not safe for drinking. However, some establishments have water filters/purifiers installed, in which case the water should be safe to drink from them. Packed drinking water (popularly called "mineral water" throughout India) is a better choice. Bisleri, Kinley, Aquafina and Health Plus are popular and safe brands. But if the seal has been tampered with, or if the bottle seems crushed, it could be tap water being illegally sold. So always make sure that seal is intact before buying. In Indian Railway stations, a low-priced mineral water brand of Indian Railways is generally available, known as "Rail Neer". </s> |
<s>[INST] How long ago did classical music originate in India? [/INST] The origins of Indian classical music go far into times B.C., and basic concepts of scale and interval have remained essentially constant in Indian classical music for over 2,000 years. There are also basic forms such as the raga (Hindustani) and kriti (both styles, but especially Carnatic) which are long-established. However, Indian classical music includes a great deal of improvisation, so if you hear two different performances of a specific piece, they may be of very different lengths, have more or less ornamentation, and be played in very different instrumental combinations, with or without singers. Yet listeners who know the style will recognize them as the same song. While there are minor regional variations, Indian classical music was overall an integrated system until around the 13th-14th centuries A.D., when political upheavals led to isolation between the north and south. Gradually the classical musical tradition diverged into Hindustani and Carnatic. However, both traditions have continued to influence each other over the centuries, and particularly in modern times. There has also been some influence from Western music, particularly inasmuch as some instruments brought to South Asia during the British Raj have been integrated, especially the violin, but also more recently the saxophone. Pakistan and Bangladesh are part of the Hindustani tradition in classical Indian music. Traditionally, all or nearly all pieces of Indian classical music can be sung with words and are religious (usually Hindu or Muslim, but some are Christian or of other religions) and in some measure, praise to a deity. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the minimum age to book a safari? [/INST] The park is divided into 10 zones. There is a quota for how many vehicles and visitors are allowed in each zone at any given time. The majority of the tigers live in zones 1 through 6. Zone 10 has a few tigers, but limited other wildlife, and Zone 8 (Balas) does not contain much wildlife, but it does include some beautiful temples. It is advisable to book ahead to make sure you get a ticket for zones 1-5. Safaris can be booked either online via the websites of various tour operators, at area hotels, or at the ticket window at the park entrance, which opens every day at 5AM (although prepare for long queues). You will have to show your passport when booking a safari, unless you are an Indian national, in which case your identification card will suffice. For Direct online booking of Ranthambore National park safari visitors can make there booking by Ranthambore National park </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the best place to buy clothes in tinsukia? [/INST] Tinsukia is a good place for shopping especially for those with low budget. However, in some cases bargaining is necessary. Besides a number of shopping mall there is daily bazar opened on all days except Wednesday. Some shops good for buying clothes are: </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the capital of haryana? [/INST] Chandigarh is India's first planned city, quite distinct from the rest of the country and considerably better organised. It is the capital of both Haryana and Punjab, but the city is not part of either state, being a union territory, i.e. administered directly by the central government. </s> |
<s>[INST] where is kevadia? [/INST] Kevadia is along the northern banks of the Narmada River. The small village turned into town when a colony was built for workers during construction of the gigantic Sardar Sarovar Dam. A new village Navagam was also built nearby to accommodate workers and displaced people. The town was a minor tourist spot due to dam but when the Statue of Unity was built in 2010s, it became one of the top tourist spots in the country. Gradually more and more attractions were added and other nearby tourism facilities were developed. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is kumortuli? [/INST] Kumortuli (also spelt Kumartuli) is a traditional quarter for the potters (kumors). Renowned for its sculpting prowess, the area not only manufactures clay idols for various festivals (especially for Durga Puja) but also regularly exports them. </s> |
<s>[INST] What was the message of the message? [/INST] The removal of the Assam Rifles base camp from the Kangla was a long demand of the people of Manipur since its annexation. It was after 45 years of protests against the government that the long cherished demand of the people of Manipur was fulfilled in the year 2004, with the outstanding dedication of several Meitei women.
Thangjam Manorama, a Meitei woman, was rapped and murdered by the army personnel of the Assam Rifles in the year 2004. In reaction to the cruel event, 12 Meitei women disrobed themselves and stood in front of the Western Kangla Gate, and carrying banners with messages painted in red, writing “Indian Army Rape Us” and “Indian Army Take Our Flesh”. The news was reported on many international media platforms at that time. The action of the 12 Meitei women were strongly supported by various international women rights and human rights activists. As a result, the Government of India was compelled to remove the base camp of the Assam Rifles from the Kangla. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the kumaon nigam tourist hotel? [/INST] The northern side of Mukteshwar is occupied by IVRI and perhaps the PWD Circuit House is one of the places to offer good Himalayan sight. There also is the Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam tourist hotel which has a terrific location, next to the PWD circuit house. The circuit house, by the way, has housed Jim Corbett for long stretches in the past. </s> |
<s>[INST] how many cities of interest have direct services from dhl? [/INST] Bus is the cheapest and only practical means of getting to many points in Himachal. All cities of interest have direct services from Delhi. There are three different entry routes to Himachal if you are coming from Delhi. </s> |
<s>[INST] How many engineering colleges are there? [/INST] Mysore is a significant educational hub, the foundations for which were laid by King Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV during his enlightened rule. Today, the city can boast of seven engineering and two medical colleges. The first engineering college established in Mysore was the National Institute of Engineering in 1946, the second oldest in Karnataka (after UVCE Bangalore). Formal medical education began in 1930 when the Mysore Medical College was transferred from Bangalore to Mysore. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the reason why ramachandi left konark? [/INST] There are a number of popular stories involving Ramachandi as the chief goddess of the Konark kshetra and most probably Ramachandi was the presiding deity of this temple. There is also a popular story about why Ramachandi left Konark after the Muslim Suleman Kalapahad destroyed the Sun temple. </s> |
<s>[INST] How many trains run from Sarnath? [/INST] The nearest major station is Varanasi Junction. (6 km), which is connected to most major cities in the country. Sarnath does have a small 25.376183.03261 train station with local trains from Varanasi serving every 2-3 hr, but most trains terminate in Varanasi City (instead of Varanasi Junction) station. A few express trains also stop here. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the rhino population in india? [/INST] The main attraction of the park is the Asiatic one-horned rhinoceros. The national park holds the highest rhino population in India after Kaziranga National Park in Assam. The other animals found are tigers, elephants, deer, sambhar, barking deer, spotted deer, hog deer, wild pigs and bison. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the most important crops in Madhya Pradesh? [/INST] Madhya Pradesh, also called Green Malaw, is the breadbasket of India. Eighty percent of the population depends on agriculture. Wheat, corn, peas, grain, cotton and soybeans are the most important crops. Many dense forests are important resources of timber, providing bamboo, teak and sal. The state is also full of natural resources, including coal, iron and diamonds. The state is also well known for its handicrafts. </s> |
<s>[INST] where are the bus services from rishikesh to uttarakhand? [/INST] Several travel agencies scattered around Swarg Ashram and Lakshman Jhula can book luxury buses to common destinations like Delhi (₹250-₹500), Jaipur, Pushkar and Varanasi. Public and private buses from Rishikesh to other destinations in Uttarakhand and on the plains leave from the main bus station on the south side of Chandrabhaga bridge. </s> |
<s>[INST] what is the most important of the four sites in india's Char Dham pilgrimage? [/INST] Badrinath is a Hindu holy town and a nagar panchayat in Chamoli district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. Badrinath is the most important of the four sites in India's Char Dham pilgrimage. Badrinath is in the Garhwal hills, on the banks of the Alaknanda River, at an elevation of 3133 m. The holy shrine here is the Badrinath Temple dedicated to Hindu god Vishnu. The temple is stated to be of Vedic origin and over the years has undergone many renovations. </s> |
<s>[INST] How to enter Kumaon? [/INST] There are many ways to enter Uttarakhand. If you are interested in seeing the Garhwal region you can enter through either Haridwar or Kotdwar. Haridwar is the more popular entrance. For both options there are regular bus and train services available from New Delhi. Entry in Kumaon is through Ramnagar, Haldwani or Tanakpur. Major entry points of the state include: </s> |
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