Konigsee, Berchtesgaden: Beautiful Bavarian Lake

Not many know that Bavaria (South Germany), which is close to Switzerland, is as natural and colourful paradise. Its beautiful lakes, snow caped ranges, landscapes, wooden houses look very picturesque and imaginary.

Recently, we planned a weekend trip to Germany's deepest lakes, the Konigsee. With a Bayern ticket we travelled from Munich to Berchtesgaden. From there, a bus takes to Konigsee.

Konigsee is camouflaged in the Alps. Its pure, its green and very cold. Travellers can take a ferry ride in these electric boats.

These boats are Photon operated and can board about 30 - 40. The boats are made of wood and the seat cushions are designed as life boats.

The water is very clean and people too maintain it. The boats designed for ferries are pollution free. They are even sound free and do not disturb the animals of Berchtesgaden National Park.

Tourists need not carry food as there are good number of restaurants that serve Italian and German cuisine.

Best Part Of The Trip:
Our boats men played the trumpet when we were at the centre of Konigsee and I remember the echos of every note from the hills.

Our guide also told us more about the lake, the hills and the Eagle's Nest.

As we went further, we could view a beautiful White monument with an attractive Red dome. Its called St. Bartholomew, the sacred Catholic cathedral.

We could get down at St. Bartholomew, to visit the Cathedral and click some pictures. You can also relish some Fish and Wine here.

Other Tourist Attractions: Eagle's Nest, Berchtesgaden National Park, Rope Way Ride, Trekking and Skiing.

Shopping: Your can shop the famous mineral salt lamps and jewellery here.

Do not miss to visit Konigsee if you plan a travel to Munich.

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Best Yellow & Orange Flower Photographs

I Wandered Lonely As A Cloud
That Floats On High O'er Vales And Hills,
When All At Once I Saw,
A Host Of Golden Daffodils; --- William Wordsworth.
Indeed, there is something special about flowers that everyone would like to take a glimpse. Specially, the Yellow ones, so bright and fresh.
If the Yellow Daffodils caught the eye of nature poet like Wordsworth, it isn't a big surprise on us.
Wonderful flowers deserve to be photographed. Take a look at our Yellow and Orange shade (collection) flowers ranked in the order of beauty.
Rare And Magical!!

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10 Simple Diet And Exercise Tips For Travel

It isn't that difficult to maintain simple and healthy diet while you are on travel. All that one needs to remember is the choice of food and type of exercise. Take a look at our simple diet and exercise exclusive for travel.
These travel health tips are based on my experiences and from what is been suggested by my aunt who is a famous physiologist in Bengaluru. Take a look.

1. What Should Your Handbag Contain? 
Have a small bottle of honey, some green tea or hibiscus tea satchets and sugar free. Avoid sugars as much as you can as it is the main culprit.
Prefer herbal teas wherever you travel as it rejuvenates and maintains a healthy system.

2. The first thing that you need to do before you plan for sightseeing is purchase a mineral water bottle.
Drink as much water as you can as it will hydrate your body and cleanse any undigested/fatty food.

3. You can also start your day with big bowl of fruits like Water melon or Dragon Fruit or Papaya. This takes a good care of gastric stomach.

4. Citrus is great solution for the existing body fat. Drink a glass of lemon juice with honey atleast twice daily.

5. Carrots and Cucumbers are great stomach fillers. Let them be your priority options when hungry.

Not many know but Kokum is the best fruit to reduce body weight so try different types of berries and fruits while you are on travel.

Simple Travel Exercises:

1. Walking is the best exercise for travellers. Do not hesitate to walk a few kilometres while sightseeing, it not only saves money but also builds stamina.

2. Tune your body to trekking and cycling atleast once in few months. This will help to tone the bulges.

3. Swimming is also a good solution if you have fat in shoulders, stomach and thighs.

4. Even if there are lack of gym equipments, you can still exercise in the following ways:

a. Climb up the stairs as many times as you can, do Push ups and stomach Crunches at the count of 12.

b.Yoga exercises like Surya Namaskar, Pranayams and Asanas are the best ways to keep you fit forever.

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Travel Snacks: Nuchinaunde/ Steamed Dal Dumplings

Karnataka is famous for a variety of steamed snacks. Apart from the well known Idlis to Kadubus to Nuchinaunde, all are thoroughly enjoyed by the traditional and authentic kannadigas.

For travel, these lentil dumplings are easy to make and carry. They can be served as snacks or even for breakfast. Take a look to know the simplest procedure of preparing them.

Nuchinaunde/ Steamed Dal Dumplings:

Ingredients:

1. About 2 big cups of Toor Dal/ Masoor Dal (soaked in water for about 6 hours)
2. 4-5 Green Chillies (or according to taste)
3. Curry Leaves (7-8)
4. Finely Chopped Coriander
5. 1/2 tsp Ginger paste
6. 1/2 cup Fresh Coconut (grated)
7. Salt to taste
8. Pinch of Asafoetida/ hing powder
9. 1/4 tsp Cumin seeds

Preparation:

1. To a mixi jar, add the soaked dal, salt, coconut, 2 chillies, hing, ginger, cumin seeds and coarsely grind without water.
2. Transfer the ground mixture and add chopped coriander, remaining chillies and mix well.
3. Grease the idli plate with a few drops of oil.
4. Make oval shaped dumplings of the mixture and steam it for about 15- 20 minutes. Tasty travel snacks are ready to serve.

For the trip, place them in a hot case and serve with ghee (clarified butter). They taste best with chutney powder or fresh mint chutney.

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Top 10 Travel Hygiene Tips

Travelling is indeed a change for those who have hectic work schedules. It is the best way to understand nature and culture of people. Travel helps us get more broad minded and good.

But, do all destinations provide comfort and luxuries that one expect? Well, not really. Hardcore travellers are at times forced to compromise on hygiene.

Clean toilets, baby care facilities and first aid are primary necessities which even most of the developed countries fail to provide. Today, I shall share top 10 travel hygiene tips (especially for women) so one can travel comfortably around world and also be assured of good health until return. Take a look.

Top 10 Travel Hygiene Tips
1. I strongly remember what my doctor aunt had once told us. Not all toilets that look White and smell good are clean so one needs to carefully use.
Learn to Squat while you are using an English Commode for peeing/ urinating.
If you are to poop, flush it first, wipe the Commode seat with a sanitized paper and then spread another toilet paper over it. This definitely prevents infection.

2. Carry a hand sanitiser and use it more frequently if you are at a public place. Also assist small children to get to the habit as more than 50% chances of Urine infection is due to public toilets.

3. Always take a shower after a day long of sightseeing.  This also helps you relax and get good sleep.

4. If you feel that your hotel bathroom isn't as clean as it was shown in the internet, do not hesitate to complain or even change the room.

5. Laziness is the enemy to a healthy body so get over it and wash hands as many number of times you can (specially before you start meal).

6. Prefer food that is hot and fresh rather than preserved.

7. Prefer fruits and tender coconut rather than perforated drinks.

8. Drinks lots and lots of water (packaged in bottles) even if you have to go to the toilets more frequently.

9. Breads and biscuits are safe snacks for children while on travel.

10. Wash all your clothes and bags after you're back from travel so that the infection doesn't breed further.

I'm sure these tips will help. Have a happy and hygienic journey!!

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