Pondicherry Travel Guide
French Quarter Give time a break. The tourism department’s tagline for Pondicherry could not be more apt. The only Union Territory located in the south of India, Pondicherry or Puducherry as it is now...
View ArticleNotes from Kotagiri
The least known town in the Nilgiris, Kotagiri has an old world charm that will leave you feeling nostalgic. As I was driving to Kotagiri, the Nilgiri Biosphere threw up an unexpected challenge of...
View ArticleBhopal’s Begum History
The Begums of Bhopal make the city what it is which is a medley of sights and sounds like no other. The first time I heard of Bhopal was as a child when the unfortunate gas tragedy happened. Even...
View ArticleRose or Pink Chocolates
Chocolates go Pink Ruby chocolates are the newest rage that is changing the way chocolates will be perceived going forward. Say chocolate and you are probably thinking – dark, milk and white. Well time...
View ArticleArty and Crafty in Udaipur
While Rajasthan is known as a patron of arts, Udaipur is quietly carrying forward a wonderful legacy of the same through myriad manifestation. Interestingly these crafts have all been practiced since...
View ArticleThe cuisine of North Karnataka
A typical meal in North Karnataka is sure to set your palate racing courtesy the burst of flavours that are perfectly balanced. If you happen to be in the northern part of Karnataka whether it is...
View ArticleMuseums in Mysore
The royal city of Mysore is home to several museums that pays homage to its culture, history, art and literature. While it is known for its palaces and regal history, Mysore or Mysuru as it is now...
View ArticleYumthang Travelogue
Located at a towering 11800 plus feet above sea level, Yumthang is a stunning Valley of Flowers in spring when primulas and Rhododendrons dot the landscape and the river Teesta flows in all its...
View ArticleAyodhya Travelogue
A visit to the spiritual city of Ayodhya is a mélange of culture, food, colour, tradition and of course spirituality. The narrow lane is abuzz with activity and it is the whiff of besan laddus that...
View ArticleWeaves of Maheshwar
Maheshwar is a small town whose weavers continue to create magic on hand looms reviving a tradition that dates back several thousand years. On a recent trip to Mandu, a casual conversation with a...
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