Ladakh: The Little Tibet of India
Ladakh, the erstwhile Buddhist kingdom is spectacularly jagged. Arid mountains, with crowned rocky outcrops, picturesque gompas, meditational mani walls and multi-hued flags are a few of the various sites that exemplify the sweetness of Ladakh. The well balanced traditional society of Ladakh has much to supply the West in terms of ecological awareness. Ladakh may […]
8 Incredible Lakes to visit in Kashmir
In today’s busy and hectic life, people often wait for that time of a year where they can plan vacation and have a good quality time with their family and friends. When it comes to planning, Kashmir is the first choice for a majority of travellers or let me say Kashmir is a dream holiday […]
Varkala: The Backpacker’s Yard
Varkala is a coastal suburban town of Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), located in the state of Kerala. The city boasts of a rare geographical feature with a high cliff running parallel to the Arabian Sea, which is responsible for stunning vistas of the ocean and the horizon. Sandy beaches separate the water from the cliffs and are […]
12 Cuisines to taste when you are in Pune
Cuisine is a significant and naturally inseparable part of the culture of a certain place. Pune is a culturally diverse city located in Maharashtra, a place where foodies are welcomed. The cuisine involves a whole spectrum of delicacies that would stimulate every taste bud on the tongue. In this article, I’m going to provide you […]
Nalanda: Grandeur & Glory of Ruins
Nalanda, a UNESCO world heritage site, is in the state of Bihar in north-eastern India. It contains archaeological remains of a monastic and scholarly institution dating from the 3rd century BC to the 13th century AD. It includes stupas, stone and metal stupas, temples, viharas (residential and educational buildings) and important artefacts. Nalanda stands out […]
Bodh Gaya: The Cradle of Buddhism
Bodh Gaya is a village in the state of Bihar in northeast India. Considered one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites, this ancient brick dominates the Mahabodhi temple complex, designed to mark the site where Buddha attained enlightenment under the sacred Bodhi tree. A direct descendant of the tree today sits within the complex […]