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India is a vast country in the biggest continent of Asia. Tourism infrastructure in this region is strong. It is a world famous tourism destination in South Asia. Tourists from every corner of the world to visit this country very much.

The country is known for its astonishing variety. Unique cultural and geographical characteristics of this country have one of the most beautiful and fascinating tourist destinations in the world. It has sights, the thrill and tourists from every corner of all appeals in the world. It has Sanctuaries Wildlife & National Parks, that the grave attention of the tourists who are lovers of the rich flora and fauna. It has huge mountains, which are known among tourists who fan of adventure and sports. It has exotic sun-drenched beaches, ideal for the perfect holiday and delightful activities. It has green hill stations blessed with exceptional natural beauty and charming atmosphere – ideal for families and honeymoon vacation. It’s great to show tourists beautiful monument & rich cultural heritage of the country. There has been a big stretch for scenic and breathtaking backwaters, widely known for luxury houseboat and fascinating cruise vacation option. Thus, the country has numerous opportunities for tourism and holidays. Surly if you travel to India this fascinating country you will find a lot.

Rajasthan, Goa, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttaranhal, Himachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, etc are just some of the big states of India which are known for their incredible tourism. These objectives of the country are very popular with tourists from around the world. The exploration of this fascinating destination in the country, the tourists delightful experience of life. Rajasthan – the largest state of India – has many valuable alone tourism attractions in the country. Rajasthan Tours and Travel offers tourists wonderful opportunity to glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of India. There is some great monument attractions at this historic state, are well preserved for tourists from around the world. Fantastic forts, palatial palaces, magnificent temples, impressive art and architecture, frescoes Havelis, etc are perhaps the main attractions of Rajasthan, India tours. Rajasthan is known worldwide Destination India. One should not miss to the temptation of Rajasthan India during their package tours.

A well-organized tour in this country and the wonderful opportunity to address some of the world’s most famous wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in the country. Can exotic animals expedition to travel to India. Some popular wildlife sanctuaries and parks of the country are Corbett, Rajaji, Dudhwa, Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Pench, Sariska, Ranthambhore, Kaziranga, Manas, Periyar, Kumarakom, Gir, etc., these animals would expeditions delightful experience of life. A trip to India also offers the opportunity for some of the pristine beach destinations in the country. The most beautiful beaches of Goa and Kerala grave attention of tourists from around the world.

Tourists can the historical and vibrant cities on their tours and travel in this fascinating country. Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Aurangabad, Shimla, Manali, Ooty, Munnar, Jammu, Calcutta, Bangalore, Mysore, etc., are just some of the cities in India, with many attractions and places of tourist interest. You can explore the beautiful hill stations such as Kashmir, Shimla, Kullu, Manali, Darjeeling, Munnar, Ooty, India, etc., on tours. So, India is the goal, where all your wishes come true tourism. So, planning to visit India? Welcome, come and discover this charming country. Onlineooty.com services provided by ooty Hotels, Ooty Real Estates

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Introduction

Hotel Industry in India is witnessing tremendous boom in recent years and going through an interesting phase. One of the major reasons for the increase in demand for hotel rooms in the country is the boom in the overall Economy and high growth in sectors like information technology, telecom, retail and real estate. Rising stock market and new business opportunities are also attracting hordes of foreign investors and international corporate travelers to look for business opportunities in the country particularly growth in tourism sector. As hotel industry is inextricably linked to the tourism industry and the growth in the Indian tourism industry has fuelled the growth of Indian hotel industry.

Explosive economic growth in India ignites unquenchable demand for hotel rooms. With huge investments flowing into India for the development of infrastructure such as roads, highways, airports and convention centers, interest in hotel developments is hitting new highs as tourism, business and travel are on the rise.

The booming tourism industry has had a cascading effect on the hospitality sector with an increase in the occupancy ratios and average room rates. And with the continuing surge in demand, many global hospitality majors have evinced a keen interest in the Indian hospitality sector. It is estimated that India is likely to have around 40 international hotel brands by 2011.

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The spurt in India’s tourism industry growth has had a ripple effect on its hospitality sector. Rising income levels and spending power combined with the governments open sky policy have provided a major thrust. The industry is growing at a very rapid pace and there is a demand for more rooms both in metros and smaller towns. It is estimated that India is likely to have around 40 international hotel brands by 2011.

India’s booming hospitality industry has transformed into a veritable basket of the choicest of rooms, food and beverage, health and business facilities, travel packages and everything that you can think of. New global entrants are vying with existing local players to provide world-class services at prices suited to every pocket.

An estimated 4.4 million tourists are expected to visit India with an annual average growth rate of 12% in the next few years. The domestic tourist market is also flourishing. The commonwealth games in 2010 will add to the demand for quality accommodation.

The Government of India’s Incredible India destination campaign and the Atithi Devo Bhavah campaign have also helped the growth of domestic and international tourism and consequently the hotel industry.

The opening up of the aviation industry in India has exciting opportunities for hotel industry as it relies on airlines to transport 80% of international arrivals. The government’s decision to substantially upgrade 28 regional airports in smaller towns and privatization & expansion of Delhi and Mumbai airport will improve the business prospects of hotel industry in India. And the upgrading of national highways connecting various parts of India has opened new avenues for the development of budget hotels in India. Taking advantage of this opportunity Tata group and another hotel chain called ‘Homotel’ have entered this business segment.

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South India is the area encompassing India’s states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu as well as the union territories of Lakshadweep and Pondicherry, occupying 19.31% of area.

Festivals of India including those of South of India are major tourist attractions. Various festivities of South India Tour packages include Aaranmula Boat Race, Nehru Trophy Boat Race, Onam, Thrissur Pooram in Kerala and Pongal Festival, Kavadi Festival, Karthiqai Deepam, Natyanjali Dance Festival in Tamil Nadu.

Temple Tours of South India give a deep insight into the religious sanctity of ancient and cultural India. Take a trip to the most celebrated Meenakshi temple, Kanchipuram temple, Mahabalipuram, Rameshwaram, Murugan temple and Kanyakumari. Sabarimala temple and Guruvayoor temple are some of the famous temples and tourist destinations of Kerala. Karnataka hosts the famous the Somnathpur temple and Badami Cave temple. A trip to Tirupata Tirumala Balaji Temple and Thousand Pillar temple in the Andhra Pradesh is a must during your Temple Tours to South India.

South India also hosts various national parks and wild life sanctuaries. You can visit these national parks and enjoy the Wild Life of South India in its natural habitat. Spot various wild animals like Tiger, Panther, Gaur (Indian Bison), Spotted Deer, Ibex, Lingers, Bonnet Monkeys, Jungle Fowl and some commonly found birds at the national parks of South India.

Kerala Backwaters: The most attractive of the backwaters is in Kuttanad region where farming is done below the sea level. This has been made possible with a system of dykes and bunds.The largest backwater stretch is Vembanad Lake which flows through the three districts of Alappuzha Kottayam and Kochi. Ashtamudi Lake which covers most portions of Kollam district is the second largest backwater lake in the state. Known as the ‘venice of the east’, Alappuzha is another major backwater attraction. With a number of small lakes snaking through the region, small country boats are used as water taxies here. The boat race of the place attracts tourists from all over the place. The port city of Kollam situated on the banks of Ashtamudi Lake is another major Backwater Attraction. Kumarakoam, a 14 acre bird sanctuary attracts many different species of migratory birds, as the soothing backwaters have a magnetic effect upon the birds. Kozhikode as a backwater destination has a lot to offer to the tourists. However, much of Kozhikode’s backwaters are yet to be properly explored. Alumkadavu, a majestic combination of the sparkling backwaters and unadulterated nature also pulls many tourists to its fold.

Kerala Ayurveda Tours: Most of India’s ancient wisdom and heritage might have been lost due to utter neglect, but Kerala can boost of not only preserving the ancient medicinal system of Ayurveda, but even converting the same into a lucrative industry having the potential of curing a myriad of diseases. Developing way back in 600 BC in our own wondrous land, Ayurveda stresses on maintaining the right balance of the body’s elements-vata, pitta and kapha to keep diseases at bay. Ayurveda believes in treating the body as a whole, not any individual part separately. Kerala can be regarded as the only state in India which practices this system full fledged and with great dedication. What makes Kerala a hub of Ayurveda is the abundance of herbs and medicinal plants found in the region. Coupled with that is Kerala’s rainy weather and nice climate. The monsoon season (June-November) attracts the most number of people for seeking ayurvedic relief. Kerala’s Ayurvedic Treatment can be divided into two broad categories-rejuvenating and therapeutic.

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Tours: One of India’s most popular wildlife sanctuaries, Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve is situated in Kerala. The park is in the cardamom hill ranges in Western Ghats of the state. The park was formed after the construction of a dam in 1895. Though a tiger reserve, people come here in large numbers also to have a look at the gigantic elephants. Also known as Thekkady Tiger Reserve, Periyar is one of the 16 Project Tiger Reserves of the country. As the chances of wildlife sightings become very slim during monsoons, tourists are advised to visit the sanctuary at any time between the months of October and June.

Meenakshi Amman Temple: Vigourously promoting Tamil literature, art, music and dance since thousands of years, the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Tamil Nadu’s Madurai is an architectural masterpiece. The Pandyan King Kulasekarar built the great temple and thereafter laid the lotus shaped city of Madurai around the temple.

Rameshwaram Tour: Rameshwaram in Tamil Nadu is popularly referred to as ‘Benaras of the South.’ Rameshwaram happens to be one of the most visited pilgrim sites of India. Legend has it that to attain Moksha, a visit to Rameshwaram is mandatory. In the epic Ramayana, there is mention of Rameshwaram at various places. Rameshwaram is at a distance of just 24 kms from Sri Lanka. Spread over an area of 61.8 square kilometres, Rameshwaram happens to be in the shape of a conch.

Kanyakumari Tour: The southern most tip of mainland India, Kanyakumari witnesses the meeting of three oceans – Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean. Besides being an important pilgrimage centre of Hindus, Kanyakumari is famous for its sunrise and sunset. It is noteworthy that the sands of Kanyakumari beach are multicoloured which further adds to the beauty of the place. Due to its proximity to the sea, the weather of Kanyakumari remains very pleasant throughout the year.

Marina Beach: The beautiful beach of Marina forms the shoreline of Chennai. Marina beach is one of the major attractions of the metropolitan city of Chennai. Infact, lengthwise Marina is the second longest beach in the world covering a distance of 13 kms. From St. Fort George, the beach extends all the way to Mahabalipuram. Most people throng the Marina to have a glimpse of the sunset which leaves people spellbound. Most of Tamil Nadu’s important buildings are situated on the beach front.