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Forts in North India

September 19, 2020 by Suman

They say history gives us a frame of reference, and fortunately the Northern part of our country has more than its share of historical marvels. If you are a fan of breathtaking architecture then exploring the grandeur of forts in North India…

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Forts in South India

July 23, 2020 by Suman

When you think of Forts in South India, the first thing that comes to your mind is the grandiose blend of traditional and modern architectural style. The forts in South India were mainly used as military bases and for trade purposes. These magnificent forts stands as an evidence of India’s historical past and reflect lifestyle, traditions and heritage of the bygone years.

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Mumbai – A Melting Pot

July 15, 2020 by Suman

When seven islands merge to become the melting pot of cultures, you call it Mumbai. Submerged in the sea of creativity, it is surrounded by the waters of the Arabian sea from all sides.

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Nomadic Shoes Interview Series: Kakoli De

July 14, 2020 by Suman

Kakoli is a Library and Information Science Professional at the University of Calcutta. This bong lady has travel in her DNA. Born in Bangalore and brought up in Kolkata, her love for both South Indian and Bengali things is evident through her…

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A Portugese Marvel: Diu Fort

July 14, 2020 by Suman

Known by the name of Prace de Diu amongst the Portuguese, Diu Fort is one of the prime spots for the travelers who want to check Daman and Diu off their lists. It falls on the coast of the Arabian Sea touching borders with Valsad, Daman and Junagarh, Gujarat.

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Nomadic Shoes Interview Series: Shruti Verma

July 8, 2020 by Suman

This old-school soul seeks joys in everything she does, be it having a cup of good tea, enjoying a sumptuous meal, having an introspective conversation with friends or simply writing letters to strangers.

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Nomadic Shoes Interview Series: Jayanti Pandey

July 1, 2020 by Suman

Jayanti Pandey is a wanderer by heart. Thriving on seeing the world and sharing her experiences via the trails she curates to offbeat destinations in India and some selected ones abroad. These curated destinations are offered under the aegis her travel company: One Life to Travel.

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Nomadic Shoes Interview Series: Varun Namdev

June 23, 2020 by Suman

Varun Namdev is a self-taught photographer, learning and practicing the art of photography since 2005. He has covered Kanyakumari to Kashmir and Kucth to Kohima through public transport.

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Nomadic Shoes Interview Series: Smita Singh

June 16, 2020 by Suman

This daring soul developed her love for travelling 5 years back when she decided to embrak on a sudden journey to Kinnaur in Himachal Pradesh. Since then, there is no stopping her. Smita loves music, good food and of course the mountains.

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Forts in North East India

June 14, 2020 by Suman

Like any other fort, the ones here too have fascinating stories – of Tibetan assassins to British invaders. While most of them have shrunk with time & barely stand tall, they still speak at length about the cultural & historic significance of this region.

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Forts in Central India

June 13, 2020 by Suman

Hidden amongst Vindhya & Satpura range, most forts were impregnable with an added layer of security by Mother Nature. Among dense forests, built on a strong base of sedimentary rock beds, these forts were smaller compared to their Northern counterparts – but equally grand when it comes to the stories they tell!

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Ultimate Guide To Forts In India

June 13, 2020 by Suman

If there is one thing that connects erstwhile kings and children of any era – it is their fascination for building forts! The war over land, honour and ego, made humans grasp the importance of building fortresses to defend themselves. On the…

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Bara Imambara: A Must Visit Place In Lucknow

June 11, 2020 by Suman

Bara Imambara is one of the most touristic attraction in Lucknow. Located at the heart of the old city, Bara Imambara showcases the architectural adroitness of India. As the name suggests, “Bara” means big and it was named due to its large and sprawling structure. The monument was built by Asaf-ud-Daula, Nawab of Awadh, in 1784 and a shrine built by Shia Muslims.

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Nomadic Shoes Interview Series: Madhurima Chakraborty From Orange Wayfarer

June 9, 2020 by Suman

This week we are interviewing Madhurima who is a Kolkata girl and aspiring world citizen. She authors Orange wayfarer and writes about sustainable cultural travels. She aspires to visit Antarctica one day.

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10 Recipes I Picked Up While Travelling in India

June 4, 2020 by Suman

Travelling involves all our five senses. We soak in the beautiful sights, hear the plethora of sounds, tickle your tastebuds with various cuisine, touch surfaces that are unique to a culture and experience the way of life of the locals. After travelling for more than 10 years, I have understood the intimate relationship between travel and our senses.

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Nomadic Shoes Interview Series: Debjani Lahiri of The Vagabong

June 2, 2020 by Suman

This week we are interviewing Debjani Lahiri from The Vagabong. She’s a blogger, author and a world traveller who works with ITC Ltd. in their Tobacco division in Kolkata.

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Goa Beyond The Beaches

May 30, 2020 by Suman

Goa is a state of Art, a wide patch of sand platform that embraces all them musicians, writers, dancers, painters, photographers, sculpture artists, local handicrafts, chefs, graffiti artists, the yoga bunch, performance artist, the fire poi lads, the hula hoop swingers and many more of these humans of craft.

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14 Offbeat Destinations In Himachal Pradesh

May 21, 2020 by Suman

The alluring panorama of Himachal Pradesh, at the foothills of Himalayas, has an array of mountain ranges and snow-covered apexes. Once you visit Himachal Pradesh, you will not go back without feeling a void.

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A Quick Guide To Bir-Billing

May 19, 2020 by Suman

Located in the Kangra District at the foothills of Dhauladhar ranges, Bir Billing in Himachal Pradesh is a celebrated site for paragliders from all over the world.

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How To Manage Your Mental Health During Quarantine

April 14, 2020 by Suman

Amongst all this discussion, we are forgetting the psychological and emotional impact of this novel virus. As much as physical health, our mental health is equally important. We have to be mentally ready to deal with Covid-19’s impact.

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