Culture
As we all know Republic Day occurs every January 26th, to celebrate the signing of India’s Constitution in 1950. So we’ve decided to take a look at the ways you can celebrate this occasion in our nation’s great capital, New Delhi. Not to mention we thought we’d share a few interesting facts that we found… Continue reading How you can celebrate Republic Day in New Delhi
Indore is the largest city of Madhya Pradesh in India, and its commercial capital. With its historical monuments, vibrant bazaars and street food, the list of things to do in Indore is endless. You would have to spend a few days to explore the busy streets and attractions. At the end of your journey to Indore,… Continue reading 7 Must-Visit Places in Indore, The Mini Mumbai of Madhya Pradesh
Located in the north-eastern Indian state of Sikkim, Lachen is a town situated at an elevation of 2750 meters. Promoted as a tourist destination by the state government, this tiny place usually gets ignored amidst the major attractions of the state like the capital – Gangtok. I got a chance to visit this undiscovered gem… Continue reading Life Behind the Valleys and Mountains of Lachen
Fondly known as ‘The City of Temples’, Bhubaneshwar is the capital of the eastern Indian state of Odisha. This city serves as a hub for economic activities in the region and is also an important religious destination with hundreds of temples dotting the city’s landscape. Being one of the first Indian cities to be modernly… Continue reading Get the Best Out of The Temple City Bhubaneswar
Though not a top tourist draw (yet), Bhopal, the capital city of Madhya Pradesh, is a royal odyssey. Founded by Raja Bhoj, Bhopal’s history dates back to the 11th century. The present city was established by an Afghan soldier, Dost Mohammed, in the 18th century. Interestingly, unlike any other princely state in Indian history, Bhopal was ruled… Continue reading Bhopal: A City of Old and New India
We had made friends for life while on a group backpacking trip across south-western Turkey. After a 10-day road trip, we were finally in the city of Istanbul. The sky had turned copper-sulphate-blue, and our camper-van did a continental crossing over the Bosphorus bridge – Asia was behind us, and Europe beckoned. Bosphorous bridge in… Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Istanbul, the World’s ‘New Rome’
Have you watched the movie Eat, Pray, Love starring Julia Roberts? Following the protagonist’s pursuits across Italy, India and Indonesia, I wondered what could be my perfect ‘Eat, Pray, Love’ itinerary across Asia. There were many contenders as I reminisced about my travel destinations. It finally boiled down to these three places – Eat at Tokyo,… Continue reading Eat, Pray, Love – A Journey through Asia
When you first think of Bangalore, the image that pops into your head will usually be a city full of pubs, cafes and of course, a traffic jam that you’ll get stuck in. I went there with this pre-conceived notion, but a visit there showed me a different side of the city. As a traveler,… Continue reading Tourist Places in Bangalore Worth Visiting
In Northern India lies a state renowned for its picturesque, landscape of rolling hills, mountains and valleys, called Himachal; the area boasts experiences that will leave even the most, well-travelled tourists speechless. Its mountainous landscapes and shifting climates make it a great place for your next adventure. Being one of the most beautiful, natural landscapes… Continue reading Best places to visit in Himachal