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| 1 | Though considered a hill station, it does not offer the predictable mountain fare of awesome heights, for the Satpuras are low lying. Fairy Pool, Irene Pool and the Duchess Falls welcome you to this tranquil town. What are we talking about?
| Pachmarhi |
| 2 | Surrounded by thick oak and blue pine forests, this hill station is a place for tourists who want to enjoy nature in its eternity. The famous Garhwal Rifles of the Indian army also has its command office here. Can you name this place?
| Lansdowne |
| 3 | It houses perhaps the largest cluster of Jain temples anywhere. There are in all 863 temples, built in two phases- the 11th and 12th centuries as a part of the resurgence of temple building all over India, and in the 16th century. Can you guess the name of this place located in western India?
| Palitana |
| 4 | This village, located close to Ambalapuzha, is famous for its Karumdi Kuttan, a black granite figure of Buddha. This figure is said to belong to the 9th or 10th century. During his visit to Kerala in 1965, the Dalai Lama worshipped at this shrine. Can you name this village?
| Karumadi |
| 5 | One of the well-known cities of Maharashtra, it is located on the banks of river Kham. The town holds a number of Mughal architectural marvels making it an important historical destinations in India. What are we talking about?
| Aurangabad |
| 6 | Located near Dehradun, the famous hill station of North India, it is a well known Shiva Temple of the area. Here water droplets, originating from a rock, fall on the Shivling placed in the shrine. Can you name this temple?
| Tapkeshwar Temple |
| 7 | This famous national park of north India boasts of the Indian one-horned rhinoceros that thrives in the grassland. This national park of Uttar Pradesh is also home to great Indian horned owl, forest eagle owl and black-necked stork. What are we talking about?
| Dudhwa National Park |
| 8 | Located around 97 km from Gorakhpur, it is famous as Buddha's birthplace and where he spent 29 years of his life. This famous town has now evolved into an international Buddhist pilgrimage center. Can you name this place?
| Kapilvastu |
| 9 | Built by Asaf-ud-Daula in 1784, it was part of the famine relief project. It is said that this hall is the world's largest arched room without any pillars and Nawabs used to hold their public hearings here. What are we talking about?
| Bada Imambada |
| 10 | Located at a distance of 124 km from Lucknow, it was once the capital of Avadh. The Fort Calcutta built by the third Nawab of Avadh, Suja-ud-Daulah and the Mausoleum of Bahu Begum are the major tourist attractions of the place. Can you guess what are we talking about?
| Faizabad |
| 11 | Located at an altitude of 1700 mt, it is famous for its hot springs. Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva lost earings here and so the water became hot. Thousands of people take a holy dip in the water, which is hot enough to boil the dal, rice and vegetables. What are we talking about?
| Manikaran |
| 12 | This tiny town located among the eastern Himalayan ranges, is famous for it natural beauty. 52 km from Tezpur, it has many picnic spots along the banks of the Kameng river. Can you name this place?
| Bhalukpong |
| 13 | Founded in the sixteenth century, it is the largest and the oldest monastery in the Spiti valley. Supporting a thriving community of lamas, Chaam festival, held in the month if June/July is a much awaited event of this gompa. What are we talking about?
| Kyi Gompa |
| 14 | This tiny hill station, located near Shimla, is famous for its trekking and hiking trails. This region along with Shimla was once a part of the kingdom of Nepal. Himalayan Nature Park and Indira Tourist Park are its important tourist destinations. Can you name it?
| Kufri |
| 15 | The prime tourist attraction in Belur, this famous temple was built by the Hoyasala King Vishnuvardhana in 1117 AD to commemorate his conversion from Jainism to Vaishnaivism. It took 103 years to build. Can you name it?
| Chennakesava Temple |
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