Experience
Dharamshala is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh in India. The suburb of McLeodganj lies in the upper reaches of Dharamshala and is home to the Dalai Lama. Dharamshala became the centre of the Tibetan government-in-exile in 1960 when the refugees from Tibet followed the Dalai Lama to India. It is the largest Tibetan… Continue reading From Arts to Nature – Why Dharamshala Should Be Your Next Destination
As soon as the peaks of Everest and Kanchenjunga emerged from behind the clouds, my sister and I went shutter crazy. We were on a flight to Bhutan, and we were hovering over the mighty Himalayas. Mandira, a Bhutanese girl who had made friends with us on the flight, looked bemused at our child-like glee.… Continue reading Travel Diary: My Journey in Bhutan, the Kingdom of the Thunder Dragon
As our car made way to the Little Rann of Kutch, it was evident that this is a unique and eclectic piece of India. LRK (as locals refer to it) is spread over 5000 square kilometres in Gujarat. The word ‘Rann’ refers to a salt marsh and the word ‘Kutch‘ denotes something which gets wet… Continue reading Travel Diary: Little Rann of Kutch, Gujarat
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
Lahaul and Spiti were two different districts in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh but have now amalgamated into a single entity. Located at an elevation of nearly 4000 meters above the sea level, this mountain desert district is also one of the least populated in the country. High elevation with hardly any hazard of… Continue reading Lahaul & Spiti: A Winter Paradise on Earth
Reykjavik is the capital and largest city of Iceland with a population of just over 120 000 people. As far as European capital cities go, it is tiny – but that means that 48 hours in Reykjavik is enough time to experience this amazing city. So whether you have a quick stopover in Iceland, or… Continue reading 48 Hours in Reykjavik
The charming, quaint town of Pondicherry is a destination that offers something for all types of travelers. From beautiful beaches and delectable food to stunning French architecture, Pondicherry has it all. Pondicherry, now known as Puducherry and popularly referred to as just Pondy, is one of the seven Union Territories of India and is known… Continue reading Places to Visit in Pondicherry: Exploring India’s French Riviera
Karnataka is a state famous for its buzzing nightlife, insane shopping opportunities and all-round tranquil, decadent and downright delightful beaches. Sharing its borders with the Arabian Sea, Karnataka has an array of attractive beaches for visitors to spend their days exploring and relaxing. So, to guide you in the right direction, we’ve narrowed down a… Continue reading The Best Beaches in Karnataka
A visit to the historical city of Bengaluru (Bangalore) is probably on your bucket list already. The Silicon Valley of India has made headlines for centuries and a visit here is a walk through the heritage and progression of one of India’s most illustrious cities. What follows is a list of the top places to visit in… Continue reading Seeing Bengaluru: Top Places to Visit in Bangalore