Twin Landscapes - 7 Places in India That Resembles Foreign Destinations.

Nature is full for us of seeming inconsistencies and glad Surprises.......Margaret E. Barber

Nature has always found it's way to Surprise us and one of those ways happened to be having 'Twin-Landscapes' in different parts of India that look a lot alike foreign destinations.

So, before you pack your bags and pick your destination, stop for a while & explore some wonders closure to your home.

Here is a list of 7 Indian Places you should visit before you visit their counterparts abroad.

1. Kashmir - The Switzerland of Asia.

Before you drive crazy for Switzerland's lust green Valleys and Landscapes, find your piece of paradise in Kashmir with its magnificent beauty and impeccable panoramic views.

Kashmir

Switzerland

Nearest Airport - Srinagar International Airport

Nearest Railway Station - Srinagar Railway Station

2. Rann of Kutch - Replica of Bonneville Salts Flats of America

Before you plan for Bonneville Salts Flats, do visit Rann of Kutch in Gujrat, which is famous for its white salty and calm desert sand and is reputed to be the largest salt desert in the World.

Rann of Kutch

Bonneville Salt Flats

Nearest Airport - Bhuj
Nearest Railway Station - Bhuj

3. Chitrakoot Falls in Chattisgarh and Niagra Falls in Canada

Steep into the Chitrakoot Falls in Chattisgarh before you drown to Niagra Falls in Canada. Both are famous for its horse shoe shape and mesmerizing beauty. 

Chitrakoot Falls

Niagra Falls

Nearest Airport - Jagdalpur
Nearest Railway Station - Jagdalpur

4. Shillong - Scotland of East

With its waving grasslands, lush green meadows, rivers and breath-taking views Shillong is referred as Scotland of East.

Shillong

Scotland

Nearest Airport - Shillong Airport

Nearest Railway Station - Tetelia Railway Station

5. Kasol - Mini Israel

With an extensive Israeli Population, Hebrew sign-age and Hummus everywhere, you feel as if you have reached Israel.

Kasol

Israel

Nearest Airport - Bhuntar Airport
Nearest Railway Station - Pathankot Railway Station

6. Alleppey  - Venice of the east

With it's tranquil backwaters and blessings of nature Alleppey resembles Veniece.

Kerala

Venice

Nearest Airport - Cochin International Airport

Nearest Railway Station- Alleppy Railway Station

7. Thar Desert - The Sahara Desert of India

Before you visit Sahara, experience the arid desert land, with scorpions, sand snakes, infinite dunes and sky full of stars.

Thar Desert

Sahara Desert

Nearest Airport - Jodhpur Airport
Nearest Railway Station - Jaisalmer Railway Station

So why burn your pocket when you can enjoy same incredible locations in India itself.

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Author – Kanchan Lanjewar Thakre

Romantic Mansoon Recipe....

Romantic Mansoon Recipe....

Rain makes a heart Go Romantic, why not enjoy these rainy days with your love.  Lets enjoy these days in a hatke style by cooking together.... because going out at a restaurant can be the ultimate treat but noting says I love you more than home cooked grub that you have  put time and effort into, which will cherish your love for each other. Cooking and love: Though it may seem like two unrelated ideas, the truth is they go hand-in-hand, How, you ask? Cooking is an activity that allows a couple to connect to an intimate level, to be creative and strengthen their relationship. One should enjoy these moments too.

I tried to share one simple snack recipe below which can be enjoyed by  seating two of you in a balcony, seeing rain, enjoying soft music and having good romantic time together.

Cheese Corn Cutlet

Prep time – 20 mins

Cook time – 30 mins

Author – Kanchan Lanjewar

Recipe type – Snack

Cuisine – Indian

Serves –  6-8 cutlets

Ingredients –

·         Corn cob – 1 (medium sized)

      Cheese –  8-10  tbs (grated) 

·         Boiled Potatoes – 3 (medium sized) 

·         Green chillies  - 2 (Chopped)

·         Chaat masala – ½ tbs

·         Coriander leaves – 4 tbs (Chopped)

·         Cumin powder – ½ tbs

·         Corn flour or rice flour – 1.5 tbs

·         Ginger – 1/2 tbs (finely chopped)

·         Lime juice – 1 tbs

·         Bread Crumbs

·         Salt – as required 

·         Oil – for frying

Method – 

1       Boil corn cob till the kernels are tender.

2       Take out kernels with the help of knife.

3         In a bowl take corn kernels, (you can slightly grind corn kernels and use it, but if used whole it   taste better) now add mashed boiled potatoes, finely chopped ginger, chopped chillies, coriander  leaves, chaat masala, cumin powder, lime juice, salt and mix well. If you like little spicy then you can add red chili powder.

4       Now add cheese & mix well.      

5    Now make medium sized balls out of this mixture & flatten them to form an oval shape. You can give shape as per your choice too. Since our theme is quite romantic, you can shape it into a heart shape with the help of shaper.....let show your spouse some creativity. Keep these cutlets aside.

6.       In another bowl make a thin paste of corn flour by adding water step by step to it. Add some salt to it for taste.  

7.       Heat oil in frying pan till medium hot.

8.       Dip cutlets in corn paste & then in bread crumbs & fry on medium flame till they becomes golden in colour. 

9.       Flip a couple of times to get even colour & crisp texture.

10.  Take out cutlets on paper napkin to soak extra oil. 

   
11.  Your Romantic Mansoon Snack is ready to eat. Enjoy together,  hot cutlets  with tomato sauce or mayonnaise. Your Romantic Mansoon Snack is ready to eat.