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### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the fare in Chennai suburban trains? ### Assistant:The suburban trains are generally reliable and fast. The frequency of suburban trains is generally good and it is advisable to take a first class ticket during peak hours. Trains offer a reliable alternative to quickly reach your destination when compared to buses which might get trapped in traffic jams. The fare in Chennai suburban trains is the lowest in the country and you don't have to compromise comfort for the meagre amount that you pay as in other Indian metros. There is a separate ladies compartment in the suburban trains that are relatively less crowded even in peak hours. The lowest second class train fare is ₹5. However, you might need to wait even for almost half an hour in a queue for ticket during peak hours. So it would be best if you buy a card that is available at every station that can be used to buy tickets from a ticket vending machine that almost nobody uses. Always keep your baggage safe when you are travelling in the suburban railway system.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the problem with Mumbai? ### Assistant:Unfortunately, most cities in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region are unliveable hellholes and suffer from overcrowding, poor civic facilities and filth. In addition, they are often ruled by land-grabbing mafia dons. In complete contrast, Thane and Navi Mumbai are better planned, have good roads and are quite liveable. Still, it is best to err on the side of safety and act according to your local environment.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: where is the airport planned? ### Assistant: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.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is the nubra valley? ### Assistant:Nubra Valley lies in the old Silk Route from South to Central Asia. Traders and their caravans used to traverse this route from areas in Ladakh and Kashmir to Central Asian places like Yarkand and Baltistan. Now it is a military area because this region is bordered by Pakistan and China, with whom India does not have very cordial relationship. The valley is relatively warm during summers but temperature goes down to -40 °C during winters.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: where is ferozepur? ### Assistant:The town is on the south side of the Sutlej river, and at the time of the Anglo-Sikh wars in the 1840s that river was the border of British-controlled territory, across it was the Sikh kingdom of Punjab. Ferozepur was the main garrison on that part of the border and in the first war, it was besieged. Military history buffs might want to visit the main battlefields of that war, at nearby Ferozeshah, Aliwah and Sobraon.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: is it a sand lake? ### Assistant:There is restaurant by the lake side and about six cottages for stay, which are owned by the restaurant. You can take a boatride in the lake, which costs ₹400/- for full perimeter ride for 10 people and ₹200/- for half round. Indian currency is accepted.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how many people from the literary world have come to dapoli? ### Assistant:Natural beauty of Konkan has lured many people from the literary world. Dapoli served as backdrop of famous Marathi novel Garambicha Bappu by Shri Na. Pendse. Shyamchi aai by Sane Guruji too describes Dapoli.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How long is Dibrugarh journey? ### Assistant:Three major routes of North East Frontier Railways (NF Railways) cover Assam and provide linkage to elsewhere in India. Guwahati railway station is the largest in Assam and is served by direct trains from most of the major cities in India. The Rajdhani Express (fully air-conditioned) from New Delhi (takes 27 hours) and Saraighat Express from Howrah in Kolkata (takes 17 hours) are the fastest ones. There are many direct trains from Delhi (including the Rajdhani Express) and Kolkata for Dibrugarh in Upper Assam. Usually, Dibrugarh is an additional night's journey (12 hr) from Guwahati.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is the best bus to travel from dallaysia to palampur? ### Assistant:There is an excellent bus service available from major cities like Delhi (510 km) and Chandigarh (250 km). Himachal Roadways also runs a daily air-conditioned bus service from Delhi to Palampur. HRTC is the best bus to travel from Delhi to Palampur or Vice-versa.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the future of Gurugram? ### Assistant:Not long ago a sleepy suburb of Delhi, Gurugram now boasts over a million inhabitants, slick office complexes housing companies ranging from Accenture to Xerox, and more shopping malls per square mile than anywhere else in India. Alas, the infrastructure is still struggling to catch up with the boom and there's plenty of dust and traffic jams, but it's still an exhilarating glimpse into the India of the future.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What are the most visited sites in Delhi? ### Assistant:Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The most visited sites are the Red Fort (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), Jama Masjid (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the Qutub Minar (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), Humayun's Tomb (the vast 16th century tomb of a Mughal emperor), and Purana Qila (a 16th-century Mughal citadel).
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the Sabbath in Kerala? ### Assistant:Judaism has existed in Kerala for about 2,000 years, and today a minority of Jews live around Kochi, although there was a mass migration in the 1950s following the founding of Israel. Jews arrived in Kerala during the Crusades when the fall of Jerusalem caused a large number of Jewish immigrants to take refuge in Kerala. The Chera Kulashekara Emperor invited Jews to settle down in Kochi and Kollam areas and issued them various grants and privileges. Unlike elsewhere, Kerala is one of the few places in the world where Jews lived peacefully with Muslims and Christians. Cochini Jews became the largest segment of Jews and several famous synagogues were established, though the first Jewish synagogue, which was established in the 15th century (the Commonwealth's oldest synagogue), is the only remaining one. During Portuguese rule, several synagogues were raided and many were demolished, until the Kochi Kingdom officially asked the Portuguese to stop attacking Cochini Jews. This resulted in the existence of only two synagogues in Kerala: the Paradesi Synagogue of Mattachery (must see while in Kochi) and a small one in Paravur. Synagogues are off-limits to tourists on Saturdays as it is the Sabbath.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how many taxis are available between jammu and srinagar? ### Assistant:Tata Sumos operate between Jammu and Srinagar on a shared-ride basis. Taxis are available for local sightseeing or to visit any tourist destination. They can be hired at Jammu from the Special Tourist Taxi Association and from Maharana Travel. There is a sightseeing tour of 2-3 hours available for tourists, which covers Amar Mahal Museum, Dogra Art Gallery, Ranbireshwar Temple, Raghunath Mandir, Bahu Fort and Bagh-e-Bahu.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What does it mean to know what bus number? ### Assistant:Buses are cheap and usually frequent (though expensive compared to other states). But travelling on them can be very difficult if you don't know the system well. Now, most buses have digital signage alternating between the local language Kannada and English but some buses still display the old printed signs with only the route number in English, with the destination and route information written in Kannada. Of course, even with the digital signage the buses can take a long time to change the displayed language, meaning that it can be easy to miss your bus. This means you will have to know what route number you need before you get on, which you can find from BMTCRoutes.in website or Desiroutes, entering your starting point and end point on Google maps, or by asking locals.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how many local buses are used to get around the city? ### Assistant:Local buses are used by most people to get around the city. The buses are operated by both public and private operators within the city. One can also use auto rickshaws and taxis to travel in the city.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the best way to see the stars in Myanmar? ### Assistant:This bustling commercial hub on the Indo-Myanmar borderline also attracts nature lovers by the droves. You can book accommodation in a government lodge. All the huts have scenic view of beautiful hills in Myanmar. It is worth enjoying the clear sky at night. You will realize that there are more stars in the sky than you thought.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how many times does the toy train run to matheran? ### Assistant:From Neral Station, there is the so-called toy train which runs to Matheran about 4 times in a day. This toy train is not operational when railway route is under maintenance or when there is a perceived hazard e.g. the monsoons. Unfortunately, the only way to find this out is at the Neral Station.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how many square kilometers is chandannagar? ### Assistant:Chandannagar (Bengali: চন্দননগর, French: Chandernagor), formerly Chandernagore, is a small city in the Hooghly district of West Bengal, India. Situated along the banks of the river Hooghly, the city has been able to maintain a separate identity different from all other cities and abide by her own characteristics. The "City of Liberty" has always attracted people from all over the world due to her indescribable beauty. Though the total area is a meagre 19 square kilometers having a population of only over 150 thousand, she has managed to maintain a distinct place not only on the map of India but also on that of the world.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What was the first Nizam's principality? ### Assistant:Around 1763, Asif Jah II, defeated by the Marathas and threatened by Tipu Sultan of Mysore, entered into a subsidiary alliance with a British. Hyderabad state became a protectorate of the British. The British maintained their army in nearby Secunderabad to protect the Nizam and to ensure that he did not get up to any mischief. Under the Nizam, the Hyderabad state was the largest princely state in the country, and the only one that issued its own currency. In the 1930s Time magazine rated the Nizam the richest man in the world. In 1947, India gained independence. The seventh Nizam was reluctant to cede his principality to the new state, preferring Pakistan instead. India sent in its troops and the holy man's prophecy was fulfilled on 17 September 1948 when the state of Hyderabad was merged with India.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What are the symptoms of diarrhoea? ### Assistant:Diarrhoea is common, and can have many different causes. Bring a standard first-aid kit, plus extra over-the-counter medicine for diarrhoea and stomach upset. A rehydration kit can also be helpful. In case you run out and cannot get the re-hydration solution widely available at pharmacies, remember the salt/sugar/water ratio for oral rehydration: 1 tsp salt, 8 tsp sugar, for 1 litre of water. Indians have resistance to native bacteria and parasites that visitors do not have. If you have had serious diarrhoea for more than a day or two, it is best to visit a private hospital. Parasites such as Giardia are a common cause of diarrhoea, and may not get better without treatment.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How did Lakshmi Bai resist the British? ### Assistant:Whatever the British thought, in practice Lakshmi Bai ruled the city. She resisted their disinheriting of her son in a variety of ways, including through the courts and by direct appeals to both the Viceroy and Queen Victoria, but without success. Then in 1857, during the mutiny of Britain's Indian troops, she went to war and had considerable success before finally being defeated; she was killed in a cavalry skirmish while fleeing her fallen city.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How long does it take to get to Matheran? ### Assistant:Alternately, there are many share-a-cabs which take you to Matheran from Neral. The distance from Neral to Dasturi Point, last point to which vehicles are allowed in Matheran, is 11 km. The drivers that ply through the roads have immaculate driving skills, so a real advice here is not to keep eyeing the blind turns and foot-to-brake co-ordination, but to just enjoy the breath-taking views as you climb up towards the Dasturi point. Charges are ₹60.00 per person as of Oct. 2010. Also make sure you take the rearmost seats as it will provide a relatively more comfortable travel. Once you have left the taxi, you can take a horse ride or get the help of porters to carry luggage up to the town.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how many buses from dapoli to malayalam? ### Assistant:Maharashtra State Transport buses ply the route to Dapoli daily from major cities in Konkan and Western Maharashtra such as Mumbai, Pune and Kolhapur. A lot of private transport companies have private luxury bus service from Mumbai and Pune.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is the national park? ### Assistant:Set among the great Himalayan mountains, this park is right on the border between two of the world's eight major bioregions, the Palearctic and the Indomalayan. The remarkable altitude differences in the park (1400-6000 m) results in a diverse flora from subtropical forests to alpine and glacial flora. The national park is home to different species of goat, bear, leopard and pheasants.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What was the reason for the Fundaço Oriente's failure? ### Assistant:Fundação Oriente has a large presence in Fontainhas, the Latin quarter of Panjim, and sponsors cultural events that add variety to Goa's cultural scene. However, it faced some major problems when it was first set up. Goa's uneasy parting of ways with its former Portuguese rulers, and lingering ultra-nationalism amidst a section of freedom fighters could be seen as some of the reasons. The Fundação has also been subsidizing a book-publishing plan which has helped put out more Goa-related titles in what is otherwise a small but colourful market for books dealing with a tiny region of South Asia.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the vegetarian cuisine of Udupi? ### Assistant:The vegetarian cuisine of Udupi is famous all over India and among Indians abroad. For this reputation, it must thank the Sri Krishna temple and its traditions. The temple offers free food to everyone who wants to partake of it. The cooks have traditionally been the Brahmins belonging to the Shivalli sect, who, over the centuries, have perfected the art of cooking that adheres to "Satvik" principles. This requires not just vegetarianism but also the avoidance of onion and garlic, as these are said to excite the baser senses. In spite of these limitations, the food of Udupi tastes great, with subtle flavours.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: Where is Nalanda located? ### Assistant:Bihar Sharif served as the capital of the Pala dynasty in the 10th century CE. The town contains a 5th-century Gupta pillar and several mosques and Muslim tombs, the best-known being the tomb of Malik Ibrahim Baya atop Pir Pahadi Hill. Nearby lie the remains of Odantapuri, a great vihara, or college of Buddhist learning, from which the name Bihar was derived. In 1869 the city was constituted a municipality. It is now a road and rail hub, as well as an agricultural trade centre. It has several colleges affiliated with Magadh University at Bodh Gaya. Nalanda, a Buddhist monastic centre, lies southwest of Bihar-sharif.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the best weather in Bandhavgarh? ### Assistant:The temperature in the winters varies from 4 to 20°C between November and February. In the summers, the temperatures move to the other extreme and can go up to 48°C. Towards late summer, it is also advisable to carry some protection, for yourself and for your camaras, from rain. Bandhavgarh has an average annual rainfall of 1200 mm. The rains here give very little prior warning and it is preferable to be prepared for your own protection, as well as for your equipment. These rains, however, bring good respite from the blistering heat. A single shower can make temp eratures fall from 45°C to 30°C. The main monsoon season mostly begins only once the park is closed from 1 July to 30 September.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the best time to use the internet? ### Assistant:Wi-Fi hotspots in India are, for the most part, limited. All airports and railway stations do offer free high speed Wi-Fi. Delhi, Bangalore, Pune and Mumbai are the only cities with decent Wi-Fi coverage. Many free Wi-Fi services will require entering a One time password (OTP) sent to an Indian cell phone number.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: Who was the founder of Karnataka? ### Assistant:In the 3rd century BCE, the region we now know as Karnataka came under the Maurya emperors of Magadha. Chandragupta, the founder, is said to have spent his retirement in Shravanabelagola as a Jain ascetic. Jainism, introduced by the Mauryas, survives and flourishes to this day in Karnataka, and has given it some of its finest and oldest attractions including the Gomateswara statues that stand tall in their majestic nakedness in multiple places in the state. The Mauryas were followed by the Satavahanas who ruled from Pratishtana in Maharashtra and Amaravathi in present day Andhra Pradesh. Their reign lasted over 400 years, ending in the 3rd century CE They in turn were followed by the Kadambas of Banavasi, and the Western Ganga dynasty that ruled the region that is now Mysore. They are considered the first Kannada rulers. During the time of the Kadambas, the first works in Kannada were written by Adikavi (or first poet) Pampa, who wrote that even torture by an elephant bullhook would not make him forget the beauty of his beloved Banavasi.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What airlines operate daily services from Assam? ### Assistant:There is good air-connectivity to Assam from elsewhere in India. Guwahati's Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU IATA) is the busiest in Assam. Other major airports in the state include Dibrugarh (DIB IATA), and Silchar (IXS IATA). Air India along with several private airlines operate daily services from all of India's big cities, including Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Bangalore. Moreover, there are other airports in Tezpur and Jorhat (JRH IATA) with less frequent flights connecting cities such as Kolkata and other cities of the northeast region to Assam. Arriving by plane gives a wonderful welcome aerial view of the green valley surrounded by blue hills in Assam. The major airlines operating in the region are:
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How do you get to a waterfall? ### Assistant:While getting down to waterfalls be careful. There may be whirlpool in the water also the rocks may be slippery. Before entering dense forests ensure that you have torch with spare battery cells, whistle, food and water with you. Fill up the fuel tank of your automobile before travel, as petrol pumps may not be available in remote areas.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is thurssur railway station? ### Assistant:Thrissur City is well connected and serviced by rail to all major cities in India. Thrissur Railway Station is an major railway head in South India and is the busiest railways station in Kerala in terms of train halts. Daily trains are available to Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai, Mangalore and Hyderabad. Google is providing free wifi facility in association with Railway in Thrissur Station.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How many buses arrive in Chennai from CMBT? ### Assistant:Buses arrive in the centre of town from CMBT and Tiruvanmiyur in Chennai and from Kanchipuram. There are direct buses from CMBT, but you can take any bus that has ECR written on the front. The ECR bus, which can be picked up at Tiruvanmiur, is the most economical way of getting to Mamallapuram from Chennai, costing less than ₹40 (1 hour). The ECR bus will drop you about 2 kilometers outside of town, and rickshaws will be outside waiting (can be bargained down to ₹30). You can also catch the ECR bus from Pondicherry for ₹65 (2 hours).
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How much does it cost to stay in a hotel in Matheran? ### Assistant:During the peak season, when it is very busy, prices are often as high as four times the off-season (winter) price. Be ready to shell out minimum of ₹ 2000 for a modest non AC double bed room on a weekend. As it is a popular weekend trip from Mumbai, mid-week is less full so you should be able to negotiate better prices. While there are many hotels in the centre of town, there are more secluded hotels down the paths away from the central buildings. Its always better to stay in hotels in the market as you can roam around there once it gets dark. In far off hotels you would get locked up in the room as it won't be advisable to venture out in the dark in forest. Better do not book any rooms from the agents who would surround you at Nerel Station. There are many rooms (hotels, cottages, resorts) up at the Matheran Market and it is better to actually check the rooms and then deal directly with the owners as this can save money as well as the disappointed of being dubbed into a poorly maintained and sub-standard room. Given most hotels can offer food, it needn't be an inconvenience being out of the town centre. Due to the space in Matheran, hotels often have extra facilities from table-tennis tables and swings to swimming pools.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How many people used the caves to dump wastes? ### Assistant:The caves were used to dump wastes of nearby places till 1988. The local people of nearby areas, notably Retired Additional Superintendent of Police M. Narayana Reddy, residents of Belum Village like B. Chalapathi Reddy and others followed up Government of Andhra Pradesh to develop the caves as tourist attraction. Finally their almost two decade long efforts resulted in when Government of Andhra Pradesh declaring entire area to be protected zone. In 1999, Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation took over the task of beautifying and maintaining the caves. APTDC sanctioned ₹75,00,000.00 to develop the caves. They have developed the pathways in around 2 km of the caves, provided soft illumination and created fresh-air shafts in the caves. At many places inside the cave, APTDC has installed bridges, staircases, etc. for easy movement. It has also created a canteen, washroom and toilet facilities near the entry point.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How often do buses run? ### Assistant:Buses run from 5AM to midnight. Selected routes run beyond these timings, but much less often. The average frequency between buses ranges from five to 30 min depending on the route. Fares are reasonable and buses can be travelled during peak hours, unlike trains which are far too crowded. Some trunk routes do get extremely crowded, however. Peak hours also have traffic snarls which may depend on the area traversed and the state of the roads.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is the bhitarkanika national park? ### Assistant:The seashore area has been a crocodile sanctuary since 1975.Bhitarkanika National Park, sprawled over 367 sq km, is home to variety of animals. The exciting forest is covered by mangrove s criss-crossed by rivers and creeks.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is the best dhaba in san francisco? ### Assistant:Outside the national park, you will find a lot of dhabas where you can sit for a snack or for lunch. The food you will eat at these locations will be delicious and you will never believe the low rates.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is the uttrayani fair in kumaon? ### Assistant:The city is of great religious, historic and political significance. Bageshwar finds mention in various puranas, where it has been associated with Lord Shiva. The Uttrayani fair held annually in Bageshwar is the largest fair of Kumaon.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: Where is the map sign located? ### Assistant:Some up-market areas have their own house-numbering system. Panampilly Nagar and Giri Nagar are divided into various zones and each house has its own zone number followed by a house number. Many residential areas have formed their own associations and established their own addressing system. In most of the residential colonies or areas, a map sign is found at the entrance. Fort Kochi has a more western-style numbering system, yet still locals use the nearby landmarks for addressing, rather than house numbers.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what airport is the nearest to ludhiana? ### Assistant: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.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: where is kevadia? ### Assistant: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.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is the meaning of aurangabad? ### Assistant:Aurangabad has a long association with the concept of heritage. Aurangabad has seen several dynasties and experienced the power of rulers of different religions, cultures and communities, each of which has left its mark on the city.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: Where is the highest point in the park? ### Assistant:The "jungle" is mostly sparse and dry undergrowth with large areas of woodland. The park is set around the "castle" - a huge outcrop of rock with a massive plateau top. The whole area is very dry and dusty. Covering 450 km2, Bandhavgarh is situated in Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh among the outlying hills of the Vindhya range. At the center of park is Bandhavgarh hill rising 811 m above sea level. The lowest point in the park is at Tala (440 m above sea level). Bandhavgarh is densely populated with other species. Bandhavgarh is sided with great cliffs and eroded rocks and on its highest point stands "Bandhavgarh fort" thought to be some 2,000 years old. Around the fort are numerous caves containing shrines and ancients Sanskrit inscription.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: Where are the best restaurants in Gangtok? ### Assistant:There are many great and cheap places to eat in Gangtok. In fact Gangtok is the best place if you want to try the Sikkimese, Nepali and Bhutanese dishes. Along with that you will also get North Indian, South Indian and vegetarian places, but they are few in number. Most of the restaurants are located near Mg Marg. Moreover, today one can easily use Zomato to know the menu and food options in some of the restaurants, but keep in mind that not all restaurants are listed there.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How far is Darjeeling from Siliguri? ### Assistant: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.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What languages are used in the corporate world? ### Assistant:English is widely used in the corporate world and in banking and trading. In most places, you will be able to get by with Hindi and English, as most people you will encounter can communicate in broken English at the very least. However, expect to hear more regional languages including Gujarati.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the best section of Kolkata? ### Assistant:Kolkata can be roughly divided into two sections along Park Street. North of Park Street is the more congested part of the city. South of Park Street is the slightly better-planned section of the city. South Kolkata is better planned with wider roads and a better-equipped police force for keeping law and order. The better planning in South Kolkata is because it was built much later. The North is the real, old Kolkata and most of the oldest families and buildings are there.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how long does it take to get to mizoram? ### Assistant:Mizoram has only one airport, Lengpui Airport, which is near Aizawl, and this airport can be reached from Kolkata by air which will take around 1hr and also from Guwahati by air within a short period of 30 min. The road from the airport to the city takes around another 1 h, and the taxi rate will cost ₹600 to reach the city. Look out for people who can share the ride as you may be able to pay half that price.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What was the name of the flag of the Nizams? ### Assistant:The Qutb Shahi dynasty lasted till 1687, when the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb defeated the sultanate and took over Hyderabad. He appointed a governor to rule the region and granted him the title of Nizam-ul-Mulk. However, Mughal rule was short-lived and in 1724, the Nizam Asaf Jah I gained independence from a declining Mughal empire. Legend has it that while on a hunting expedition, he met a holy man who offered him some kulchas (flatbreads) and asked him to eat as much as he could. Asaf Jah ate only seven, and the holy man prophesied that his dynasty would last for seven generations. Sure enough, the seventh ruler in the dynasty was the last. In honour of the legend, the flag of the Nizams featured a kulcha.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the most common reason for visiting Meenakshi Amman? ### Assistant:By far the most common reason for visiting the city is the Meenakshi Amman Temple, also called the "Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple", dedicated to the goddess Meenakshi (considered a form of Parvati) with a sanctum for her consort, Sundareshwarar (or Siva). The Sundereshwar shrine is the larger and older of the two temple complexes. The complex is a splendid example of the south Indian Dravida architectural idiom. Four immense gopurams or temple towers crown the gateways at each cardinal direction, easily visible from a distance. Each tower is encrusted with more than a thousand brilliantly painted sculptures depicting an assortment of mythological and auspicious themes. It is traditional to enter through the south gopuram and, unusually, worship the Goddess before her consort. Inside the shelter for shoe-storage, offering baskets of coconuts, bananas and incense are available in addition to images of the Goddess for home altars. Many pilgrims – particularly the men in black or orange sarongs who are devotees of the god Ayyappan – circumambulate the main temple itself in the prakara or space between the outer wall and main temple. In addition, snake shrines and an assortment of offices and classrooms of religious foundations are found here.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How far is Pondichérry from Chennai? ### Assistant:There are many coaches connecting to Pondicherry from a variety of cities. Getting to Pondichérry involves a 3½-hour road journey from Chennai by bus. One can board a bus from Chennai Moffusil Bus Terminus (CMBT) in Koyambedu, Thiruvanmiyur or Guindy. You can be sure of getting a seat on the bus only if you board it from CMBT in Koyambedu, which is the main bus terminus in Chennai. However, the cheapest way of reaching Pondichérry from Chennai is taking the East Coast Road (ECR) bus from Tiruvanmiyur. The fare from CMBT is around ₹150 depending on the bus service. PRTC (Puducherry Road Transport Corporation) operates air-conditioned buses and the fare is ₹280. The ECR bus will drop you at the main bus terminal in Pondichérry, on Maraimalai Adigal Salai. Auto-rickshaws are available from outside the bus station. The fare can be bargained down to ₹50 to go to the French Quarter.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how much does it cost to travel from jammu to sri na? ### Assistant:Many people take the train to Jammu followed by a taxi or bus ride to Srinagar. The journey from Jammu to Srinagar is costlier in the summers because the capital is being shifted from Jammu to Srinagar on both the state buses and Sumos. State buses are safer but take more time and are a bit uncomfortable.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: Where can you find a Paan like this? ### Assistant:Paan at Tara Paan Centre, Osmanpura is a tradition of Aurangabad and a must have. If you feel how can a Paan be so special then you have to feel a variety of mouth-melting Paans with exquisite presentation at this joint. You will not have a Paan like this anywhere in India.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How much does it cost to go by bus? ### Assistant:In an auto-rickshaw ₹150-170 (per head) is a fair price. Avoid going above ₹170. If in doubt ask to use the meter, but in reality they really don't work at all. Advice being if they are trying to rip you off go to leave for another rickshaw and they will often back down and offer you a fair price; if not, get in a different rickshaw. Even if India is a cheap country, the prices for gasoline are international standard, so don't expect super cheap private transportation. If you go by public bus from Trivandrum-East Fort to Kovalam Beach you only pay ₹8 for the half hour trip. If you're landing at Kochuveli train station, you can take AC bus from right outside the station to Trivandrum East Fort bus stop. And take connecting bus from there.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what are the hotels in kottayam? ### Assistant:There are a number of hotels of varying quality in Kottayam. Since the town is not spread out, proximity to the down town area is not really a selling point. Most hotels are rated (or approximately equate to) Indian two and three stars. Nightly room rates average of ₹1,000-2,000, with seasonal increases around September (Onam) and December (Christmas, New Year's). An alternative to established hotels is to use the services of an ever-growing list of homestays and vacation apartment.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how do you walk around the lake? ### Assistant:At the Dal lake, the Shikara and houseboat touts are aggressive. If you do not take their offered service, some of them are likely to scold you. It is difficult to walk around the Dal Lake because of the constant harassment from the touts.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How is the connectivity from the Central and Harbour Suburbs? ### Assistant:The Western Express Highway runs through the district, as does SV road (Swami Vivekananda Road). The Bandra–Worli Sea Link provides high-speed connectivity from the city centre. Connectivity from the Central and Harbour Suburbs is poor. Getting in from Sion or Kurla is a pain, but with the development of the Jogeshwari-Vikhroli Link Road (JVLR). It is now a breeze getting in via Powai.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what are the alcoholic drinks in the pub? ### Assistant:Take home Alcoholic drinks are more difficult to obtain. Government run beverages corporation shops are there as the one near overbridge. A Pub is there near overbridge junction opposite to SMV school. Hotels/restaurants with "bar attached" signs sell alcoholic beverages. Public consumption of these drinks including beer is not socially accepted. The local "toddy shops" and "arrack shops" sell strong local spirit.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How much does it cost to apply for a visa? ### Assistant:Many Indian embassies have outsourced visa processing in full or in part to third party companies, so check ahead before going to the embassy. For example, in the United States as of 9 Oct 2020, your visa application must be submitted to VFS Global rather than the embassy. Applications through these agencies also attract an application fee (in the US to VFS Global, this fee is USD15.90) above that which is detailed on most embassy websites and should be checked prior to submitting your paperwork. In addition, many Indian embassies only offer visas to residents of that country: this means you should get your visa before you leave home instead of trying to get it in a neighbouring country (although, as at August 2009, non-residents are able to apply for visas through the Bangkok embassy for an additional 400 THB "referral fee").
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How many modes of transportation are available in Suratkal? ### Assistant:Various modes of transportation are available to roam around Suratkal like Autorickshaws ( Three wheel passenger vehicle ), Car taxis and Buses. Buses generally run along predetermined routes fixed by Road Transport Office ( R.T.O.) on approved fares for different stages of journey . Autos or taxis can be hired to your destinations. Even though Autorickshaws are supposed to charge distance covered as per meter fare fixed by R.T.O. this is hardly followed by auto drivers.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How many trains are there daily from Bathinda? ### Assistant:There are three daily trains from Delhi, Gorkhdham Express, Kissan Express and Haryana Express. One daily train from Bathinda, the Sirsa Express, as well as express services a few times per week from Jaipur, Mumbai and Jammu.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: where can i buy jaggery? ### Assistant:It is also recommended to visit a local" Gurhal" a traditional family owned Jaggery Making place just outside of the city. Here you can watch local people make jaggery from scratch with sugarcane juice. They are also open for visitors to try and taste fresh sugarcane juice and jaggery.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how is ghaziabad connected to other parts of the country? ### Assistant:Ghaziabad is also well-connected to all parts of the country through railway line. It is a railway junction and several lines pass through Ghaziabad. The main railway station is situated in the middle of the city. The city is very well connected to Delhi and other neighbouring cities through fast moving local trains called EMU. Several trains connect Ghaziabad to Meerut, Aligarh, Delhi, Faridabad, Palwal and Mathura.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How many cruises are operated from Kochi? ### Assistant:Kochi is a major cruise port and a large international cruise terminal is under construction. Once completed, regular cruises will be operated from Kochi. A regular luxury Cruise between Colombo, Male and Kochi is now operational. All Lakshadweep bound cruises originate in Kochi and make return trips.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how many places sell "self drive" vehicles? ### Assistant:Thiruvananthapuram has many car rental companies that offer cars with drivers. There are very few places that sell "self drive" vehicles and these are difficult to find. Those you may find are often unreasonably expensive by local standards. Ask someone with local know-how before you rent a car.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How much does it cost to rent a car? ### Assistant:Instead, you can opt for a driver while renting a car. Rates are quoted in rupees per kilometre and you will have to pay for both ways even if you are going only one way. The driver's salary is so low (typically around ₹100–150 per day) that it adds little to the cost of renting the car. The driver will find their own accommodation and food wherever you are travelling, although it is customary to give him some money to buy some food when you stop somewhere to eat. Rates vary by size and quality of the car. Many vehicles come equipped with a roof carrier, so one may opt for a smaller vehicle for 2–3 passengers even with excess luggage. (You may need to specifically ask for a vehicle with a roof carrier.)
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the difference between meter taxis and share autos? ### Assistant: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.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: When did the Kerala Government establish Technopark? ### Assistant:Being a capital and administrative city, it remains the hottest political centres in Kerala. A third phase of development came in early 1990s, when the Kerala Government established Technopark, a large information-technology park. The success of Technopark as the largest IT park in South Asia has been a major impetus for growth in city. Today the city is focused on maintaining its status as a major IT/Bio-Technology hub.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How many are there in Ladakh? ### Assistant:The snow leopard, is justifiably famous. It once ranged throughout the Himalayas, Tibet, and as far as the Sayan Mountains on the Mongolian-Russian border; and in elevation from 1,800 m to 5,400 m. They are extremely shy, and very hard to spot, and as such not well known, it is believed there are about 200 in Ladakh. While tourists are unlikely to see the cats themselves, during winter sightings of the footprints and other marks are not uncommon. Tourists that want to see Snow Leopards should visit during the winter, as at this time the cats descend to lower altitudes, and are more active as prey is harder to find, befriending one of the biologists who come to Ladakh to study Snow Leopards would also help.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the main crop in the agricultural economy? ### Assistant:Most of the indigenous local inhabitants of the district of Lunglei depend on agriculture and earn their livelihood from growing crops. The cash crops of coffee and rubber help the district to earn its revenue. Rice is the principal crop in the agricultural economy. Cottage industries produce handloomed cloth, furniture, agricultural equipment, woven textiles, and bamboo and cane work.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: Who took control of the region? ### Assistant:Rarh has hosted numerous settlements and kingdoms throughout history and has a rich cultural heritage of several years. Some identify the region with the powerful Gangaridai nation mentioned in the ancient Greek and Roman documents. According to the accounts, Gangaridai was a powerful kingdom whose war elephant forces led to the withdrawal of Alexander the Great from India. Subsequent empires such as the Mauryas, Kushanas and Guptas held sway over the region and beyond it. In the 7th century, the region was part of Shashanka's kingdom. It was subsequently ruled by the Palas and Senas, till Bakhtiyar Khilji captured it in 1199. During the British Raj, Rarh gave rise to several Indian independence activists, including Rash Behari Bose, Batukeshwar Dutt and Kazi Nazrul Islam.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the best place to stay in Kanchi? ### Assistant:At times of the year, and around festive occasions you have to book in advance. If you are travelling budget, your best bet is to stay with the TTD, the rooms tend to be clean, well lit and the housekeeping facilities are acceptable. Suggested places: Kanchi Mutt another than TTD lodges are the Kashi Mutt, Ahobila Mutt among several others (all are close to each other on a ring road, and can be approached by foot from the temple). Be warned though that priority is given to people associated with the mutt's community and you will neither get room service nor air conditioned rooms - but the rooms are well maintained, clean and come with clean beds and sheets. For the Mutt maintained lodges, prior registration is strongly advised. However, do not have high expectations on cleanliness when staying in these mutts. Some of the examples by various travellers that cleanliness of these mutts aren't guaranteed.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: is camping possible at Bandipur National Park? ### Assistant:Camping is possible, with the permission of the Range officer, at the Bandipur National Park. A travellers' bungalow is also available, but it has no running water. Again, the permission of the Range Officer is required.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What was the rest of southern Gujarat under British rule till independence? ### Assistant:South Gujarat is one of the wettest regions of India. Its geography varies widely from the coastal plains in the west to the Western Ghats in the east. Some parts of the Southern Gujarat (Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman (India)) were under Portuguese rule for centuries alongside Goa and Diu. The rest of Southern Gujarat was under the British rule till independence.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How can you hire a car in Bangalore? ### Assistant:Travel agents and hotels can arrange private chauffeur driven cars, and you may also hire cars to drive yourself. While expensive compared to taxis, these are the most trusted, secure, and comfortable ways to travel around the city. Driving in Bangalore can be difficult, because of poor driver discipline, but chauffeur driven services are very reasonable. These can be arranged by travel companies or online from the countries of origin.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How many malls are there in Kolkata? ### Assistant:The malls are a more recent addition. The South City Mall, one of the biggest in the city, is in its southern fringes. The Quest Mall is another large shopping mall at Park Circus, an old neighbourhood in South Kolkata. There are large number of malls in East Kolkata and new malls are being added.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the smell of the bazaar? ### Assistant:Cheap eats can be found at Chowk bazaar, the historic city centre. So take a bus and get off at Jawahar Square Chowk, then amble down the Loknath Line and tackle the stalls on both sides. This street is the heart of the historic city centre as well as its stomach. The smells are unbelievable. Great eateries are reported below:
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how much does a taxi cost in hong kong? ### Assistant:While most of the city can be covered on foot and the narrow alleyways in the old city make any other form of transportation a hassle, a taxi or autorickshaw/tuk-tuk is necessary to reach the Monsoon Palace or the wilderness park. A tuk-tuk will usually cost around ₹50, and should never cost more than ₹100 within the city. App-based cab hailing services like Uber and Ola are becoming increasingly popular since they generally cost lower than the tuk-tuk and require no fare-haggling Also there are many local taxi providers.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how many buses to amritsar? ### Assistant:Amritsar is well-connected by bus to most major cities and the northern areas within a days drive. Pathankot is about 2½ hours away and about 100 km away, Jalandhar is about 80 km from here, Kapurthala is about 65 km from here and there are daily direct buses to New Delhi, Jammu, Katra, Chandigarh, Dharamsala (once daily, ~6 hours), etc. You can find Volvo buses from Chandigarh, Delhi and Katra to Amritsar.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is the gandongmar? ### Assistant:The journey ahead is into the land of frozen rivers and chilled waterfalls. After about 16000 ft till Gurudongmar is mostly flat land with mountains on all sides. Its a high altitude desert, hardly any vegetation and very stony and dusty. You have to make your own roads here and its very easy to get lost. Because it is a plateau, it is very cold as chilled winds come down the frozen mountain slopes. Don't exert much as you would be gasping for breath at this altitude.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: Why is there a marked peace in the beach areas? ### Assistant:For a smoother, more peaceful visit, it is advised to lodge on or near beach properties as all other areas of Kerala suffer from traffic issues. Traffic jams are a daily phenomenon in almost all parts of Kerala. Since the railway line isolates the beach side from the rest of the downtown areas, there is a marked peace in the beach areas. This is applicable to all districts of Kerala except the hill districts of Palakkad, Wayanad, Idukki and Pathanamthitta where traffic snarls are rare.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: Who was the first topless beach in India? ### Assistant:The beaches are the star attractions here. Kovalam has three crescent shaped beaches separated by rocky outcroppings. The larger of the beaches is called Lighthouse Beach, known for its 35-m-high lighthouse which towers over it atop Kurumkal hillock. Most of the foreigner’s stay on Lighthouse Beach, which is more developed. There are some vendors on the beach, but they are not too pushy. It takes less than five minutes to walk from Lighthouse Beach to the second largest beach, Hawah Beach. This beach is named thus for the topless European women who used to throng there. It was the first topless beach in India. However topless bathing is banned now.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is new market? ### Assistant:New Market is a good place to sample Indian sweet delicacies and generally soak up the atmosphere of Kolkata. There are also a few handicraft stalls inside. The market is in a large red brick building on Lindsay Street (the road parallel Sudder Street to the north). It has got over 2,000 stalls and is a bargain hunter's delight. The shops are arranged merchandise-wise. It is supposed to be the ultimate marketing experience in Kolkata.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What was the name of the city? ### Assistant:During the next three centuries, Bangalore existed very much in the shadow of the neighbouring city, Mysore, and control of the town changed hands many times. The year 1831 marked a major turning point for the city. Claiming misrule by the king Krishna Raja Wodeyar III, the British took control of the Mysore Kingdom and, possibly influenced by the city's salubrious climate, moved the administrative capital to Bangalore. New telecommunication systems were laid, rail connections built, fine government buildings constructed, and the city's famous parks and gardens established. After independence, Bangalore maintained its position as the state capital of Karnataka and continues to grow.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: where is sri ugra narasimha temple? ### Assistant:The hills are about 60 km east of Bangalore and about 1500m above sea level. The deviation road at Oordagere on the Bangalore-Tumkur Road can reach it. On the top of the hill, there are temples dedicated to Sri Ugra Narasimha and Sri Yoga Narasimha. On the lower hill there is a temple dedicated to Sri Bhoga Narasimha. There is a Traveler's Bungalow and a Kalyana Mantap on the top of the hill and a Forest Lodge and Taluk Board T.B. at the foot of the hill.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: Where are the cannons located? ### Assistant:Stupas. Apart from the Hindu caves, Elphanta Island also houses two Buddhist stupas. In order to visit them, one has to continue beyond caves 6 & 7. One of the stupas is located on a hill top and the other on the coast. Both are extremely difficult to locate and are hardly visited by tourists. (updated Dec 2022) Cannons: Elephanta Island also houses two gigantic cannons mounted on rotating platforms. These strategically placed British cannons date back to the time of Edward VII. To reach the cannons, one has to walk out of the cave complex and head left. A 15 mins walk along a winding trail will lead to the first cannon, a couple of minutes more walk will lead to the second cannon. There are also a couple of ruined masonry structures near the two cannons.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is the best place to eat in vagator? ### Assistant:In Vagator, you can find a 24-hour restaurant/convenience store/chill out called Robert's place near Primrose. A flea market is organised here every Wednesday, though it is yet to make an impression like the ones in Anjuna or Arpora.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the history of the city of Chennai? ### Assistant:As the centre of anti-Hindi agitations from the 1930s and the 1960s, the city has cherished a deep-rooted animosity for Hindi. However, since the 1980s, when the much-politicised rhetoric against Hindi began to tone down, tolerance for Hindi has been growing. Nevertheless, Hindi is still not widely spoken or understood by locals, so if you don't speak Tamil, you will be better off trying English, even that may not be useful everywhere. Learning a few phrases in Tamil may be highly useful, especially when interacting with locals.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is the dialect of bhojni? ### Assistant:As in most of West Bengal, Bengali is the main language in Cooch Behar. However, the Bengali language spoken in Cooch Behar is different from Standard Bengali and even uses first-person pronouns like mui and ham. The dialect is known by different names, including Rajbanshi, Rangpuri, Kamtapuri etc.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is the prefix for a mobile number? ### Assistant:All mobile numbers are 10 digits long and begin with a "9", "8", "7" or "6". Do not dial the city prefix for mobile numbers. If you don't get through to a mobile number, try adding a "0" before you dial it.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: What is the best way to get there? ### Assistant:Given its placement on the Ghats and being the recipient of highest rainfall, Amboli remains pleasant all round the year is a treat to visit. It’s this characteristic of the town that attracts many visitors from the neighbouring cities of Goa and Belgaum on weekends.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is a boating trip? ### Assistant:Many tourist villages offer boating opportunities which are an excellent way to sight-see. In general, most villages on or near water will offer a means of transport on their respective body of water. This can be a delightful addition to your trip.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: how far is the bhavanisagar dam from the town? ### Assistant:Another important dam that has been constructed over the Bhavani River is the Bhavanisagar Dam. It is about 35 km from the town. The dam was completed in 1953. There is a large park with various attractions drawing huge crowds towards this place.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How do you get a motorcycle insurance? ### Assistant:Various places on main Bazaar and Changsp Rd rent motorcycles. But Leh, Phyang and Choglamsar are the only places with petrol stations. Make sure you are adequately insured with third party claims before renting any private vehicle.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: How do you get to Konark? ### Assistant:Most tourists would find it comfortable to make a day trip to Konark from Puri or Bhubaneswar and return, rather than stay overnight at hotels in Konark. Usually travellers starts from Puri and covers Bhubaneswar and Konark in a day-trip. But to take a break away from the humdrum of the main city, Konark is the best place to enjoy serenity.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: what is chadak puja? ### Assistant:You can also enjoy Chadak Puja on Hospital ground on Laxmigung street and Jyotimore crossing. during Bengali New Year. In Charak puja, groups of men and women, hang from a bamboo stick of 10 or 15-foot height and they are swung in a circular direction. Good art to see!
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: Why is Mumbai humid? ### Assistant:Mumbai has three main seasons — summer, monsoon, and winter (milder summer). The best time to visit is during the winter between October and February. Humidity is also less during the winter, when the climate is pleasant; the minimum temperature is 17°C and the maximum is 30-31°C. Summer is from March to May, with highs in the low to mid 30s (roughly 80-90°F). It is hot and humid during this time. June to September is the monsoon season when the city is lashed by heavy rains. The city gets flooded two or three times and normal life gets disrupted during this season. Climate is humid pretty much throughout the year because the city rests on the coast.
### System: You are an AI assistant ### User: where is darbhanga located? ### Assistant:Darbhanga is a city in the northern part of Bihar, India. A part of Gangetic plains of the north India, Darbhanga is located just around 50km from Nepal. The city is known for its association with Darbhanga Royal family - one of the richest landowners of the country during British Raj. The city and places around are very active culturally and politically but one of the poorest in India based on almost all social indicators. Darbhanga is considered as the cultural capital of Bihar with its rich musical, folk-art and literary traditions continuing from centuries. Songs written by famous Maithili poet Vidyapati is still sung at all religious and social occasions throughout this region.