Bodoland, Assam “Asura – a word synonym for a demon, stigmatized as evil and is seen with a tainted view of common criticism.” But when I chanced upon a visit to Bodoland I stood in complete contrast to this idea.…

Mayong, Assam We all have come across the baba Bengali ads in newspapers and elsewhere claiming to woo away our problems by witchcraft and more often than not, we have thought to ourselves that it’s as unreal as unicorns and…

Manas National Park – My first ever jungle safari! “Please don’t ever make these mistakes again. Ever EVER in life!” I mumbled to myself as I took a long look in the broken mirror next to the leaking tap outside…

I’m a budget backpacker. I mostly rely on public transport for most of my travels. Over the years I have grown very fond of Indian Railways and Interstate Bus Transport system. They have taken me to places I never knew…

In my previous article, we tried to understand sustainable travelling, its importance, and impact in detail. But in case you missed it, let’s quickly go through it again. “Sustainable travelling is to travel in a way that it can be…

Understanding Sustainable Travelling By 2028, the tourism sector is expected to contribute 9.9% of India’s GDP. That’s a whopping 460 billion USD. Today, the tourism sector is amongst the fastest growing industry in India. However, this growth comes with a…

Tirthan Valley, Himachal Pradesh I have always been an environment enthusiast. Apart from following sustainable travelling practices, I do my part by spreading environment conservation awareness wherever I travel. When a friend of mine told me about a clean-up drive…

Minjar Festival, Chamba “The maize shoots are blooming! Hail Lord Raghunath, the monsoon is coming!” Prayers the devotees of Chamba, as they see the dusky sky filling up with grey clouds. Monsoon brings ample of joy to the people of…

Everyone warned me not to go, but the heart wants what it wants! This anecdote is about my journey to Kerala in August 2019 during the monsoon. There were predictions of red alerts due to heavy floods but my trusted…

Travelling has taught me infinite valuable lessons in life; from trusting my gut to believing in the kindness of strangers. Every minuscule experience drives me to a new insight about life, people, and most importantly, about myself. This story is…

Manali, Himachal Pradesh The only place where I like lots of people around me is a club. A crowded floor full of drunken people is the perfect setting to dance for someone like me who has got two left feet.…

“From October 2017 to February 2018, I worked on an assignment for Mary Budden Estate, Binsar. Based on my personal experience while staying in the core region of the sanctuary, here’s a short guide for Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary containing all…

Sethan, Kullu dist., Himachal Pradesh Scientists predicted that 2019 is going to be the hottest year of the entire human existence. With all modesty, I got a sense of it in the first week of April. This resulted in a…

With a population of 6.9 million people, if looked from a distance, a metropolitan like Hyderabad may seem to have nothing more than a budding economy to offer. But if looked closely, in the hustle bustle of the city, there’s…

Mary Budden Estate, Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary Putting you in the position of joyful contemplation, this place helps you reconnect with yourself. Mary Budden Estate makes you believe that to know yourself is the beginning of all wisdom. To catch up…

Sadhana Forest, Tamil Nadu Stepping out of the cubicle to begin a journey of self-discovery through travelling is fascinating. When one lives it, roads feel like home, all directions look right and you’re ready for more. Travelling isn’t only about…

Golconda Fort, Hyderabad Being the home of world’s most famous gems like Koh-i-Noor and Hope Diamond to name a few, Hyderabad is also a highlight for one of the medieval sultanate’s architectural wonder – the Golkonda Fort. Originally named Mankal,…

The world of travellers has two types of people – those who pack light and those who wish they had. If you want to travel far, pack light. It is, in my not so humble opinion, one of the smartest…

Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand Check this post for the previous part of the story of Valley of Flowers – Part I Check this post for the latest Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Travel Guide —————————— Ghangaria to Valley of Flowers…

The universe has a way of leading you to the things that you should do. A close friend once gifted me ‘The Valley of Flowers’ – a travelogue written by Frank S. Smythe, who discovered the valley in 1931. If…

Last Update: June 2019 Snowcapped mountains peeking from behind the curtains of thick white clouds, lush green meadows and plunging waterfalls from the sky. When the reality starts looking prettier than your dreams, pinch yourself as you are, in fact,…

Asalpha, Mumbai From the beginning of our history, art has been a well-adopted form of communication. Though the makers of history switched between paintbrushes and typewriters, the motive of highlighting a cause didn’t change. Irrespective of taking various forms, shapes…

About 66 million years ago, a volcanic eruption created the canvas for the astonishing piece of rock-cut architecture in India. This island of basalt rock was later turned into what is now known as The Elephanta Island- a baffling cave…

The everyday existence in a city is a relentless grind. Work, meetings, traffic and the constant buzz of mobile phones seem suspiciously designed to leave us listless. To break the monotony of this, we crave a respite- someplace scenic, serene…

 Spiti Valley Day 7: Batal – Chandratal – Manali Seemed like waking up early was a ritual we all performed with utmost dedication. Well, not me; but I tried my best. It gets hard to wake up early when you…

Spiti Valley Day 6: Kibber – Kunzum La – Batal For a change, we started off early. It was 6:00 am and we were already on the road, moving towards the Key monastery. Key monastery is the biggest center of…

Spiti Valley Day 5: Kaza – Komic – Kaza I woke up looking like an alien. It looked like I had a nose upon my nose; courtesy of the nearly perfect spherical shaped star at the center of our solar…

Spiti Valley Day 4: Tabo – Dhankar – Kaza I was the first one to get ready in the morning. That’s how excited I was to begin my first bike ride in the mountains. Me and Ravi on a glorious…

Spiti Valley Day 3: Nako Okay. So this is gonna be a little long! For the first time in a really long time, I woke up at 5:00 am in the morning. Everyone else was already up by then. I…

Spiti Valley Day 2: Reckong Peo I woke up to the sound of thunder in the middle of the night. My worst fear was coming to life. The fear of a bad weather. There was a huge jam on NH…

This series on Spiti Valley is an attempt of tracing my journey which set me out as a solo traveller. Travel has always been a part of my life. But before, I used to seek company, make plans with people,…

On 4 October 1968, a young soldier died on the India-China border while serving in the Indian Army. But he hasn’t abandoned his post just yet. The youngest recruit of 23rd Punjab regiment, Harbhajan Singh died at the tender age…

The Ultimate Udaipur Itinerary The city of lakes Udaipur is believed to be the most romantic city in India. Nested around quaint lakes and fringed in by purple hills of Aravallis, Udaipur is also known as ‘Venice of the East’.…

Updated: June – 2019 I wanted to see the Lamas dance ever since I saw a documentary on NatGeo, I don’t even remember the name of. My childhood dream came true in the form of Hemis Festival. And what better…

No. I’m not a person who doesn’t know the difference between figuratively speaking and literally speaking. But don’t trust me just yet. It was a tiring week of lots of useless meetings and presentations at the office and all my…

Situated in the Eastern Himalayas, Sikkim is one of the most beautiful states of India. It boasts of the third highest mountain in the world, Mt. Khanchendzonga which is also worshipped as the Guardian Deity of Sikkim. Sikkim is blessed…

This story is about how a proud tribe of North-East India, became probably one of the greatest storytellers of the world. This story is about Khasi people and how have they passed on their wisdom and practices without writing it…

This story is about how everything – even the mountains, the trees, the rocks, and waterfalls – could be your teacher if you just observe closely. I woke up to a sunny morning. Only the people who have been to…

When your dost from Mumbai asks you to plan her first-ever trip to the Himalayas, what do you do? You look for a place which is easily accessible, not too tiring and offers spectacular views with a tad bit of…

It is often argued that human belief knows no bound. It is an extension of devotion that makes miracles happen. The people of Kumaon have taken devotion to a next level. Here, in the Chitai temple, Golu devta – the…

All great stories start with ‘Once upon a time’, and so does mine. Once upon a time, a great philanthropist authored my existence in Kumaon, in the serene lap of the Himalayas. A place which becomes a winter wonderland in December…

Discovering Sarahan! India has always been the land of many unexplored places. The land of great warriors and forgotten dynasties which ruled small regions throughout the country. Their tales are intriguing and had a major impact on the regional culture…

It was the sweet weather of March and I had an adventure planned for myself in Rajasthan. After having quite an eventful Holi in Udaipur, I & one of my traveller-friend, Priyanka, decided to hit the road. We drove to…

India is full of varied landscape, a rich history, a vibrant culture, and art. This is what makes this country a must visit for everyone because it has something in store for every kind of traveller. Over and above everything…

Recently, a close friend of mine went for a high altitude trek but he had to cancel it mid-way because he got hit by Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). My first encounter with AMS was when I was trekking to Pindari…

It was almost a month since I had been on the road. I was hungry, broke and a little lovelorn. Basically, I was missing home. The journey to Agartala was very intense. The highways in this part of India are…

The Delhi – Leh Bus Service This bus ride is the longest, toughest and highest bus route of India. But if you are a backpacker like me, you can’t really keep yourself away from this 34 hrs long one hell…

 – Guest post by Tanya Sangoi It was the morning of 6th July which was coincidentally the birthday of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. As most of the people flocked to the Diskit monastery where he would be delivering teachings,…

The season of vacations is here and everyone is planning their kind of getaways. While some of us look for a calm and relaxing place to reconnect with their inner self, others look for that rush of the thrill to…