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.
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!
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…
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.
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.
For travellers, not being able to travel is hard but with this list you can satisfy your wanderlust by watching shows related to food and travel. Explore the world from your couch and stay at home.
What is a Roadtrip without a playlist! Every great adventure needs a background score to make it epic.
Delhi is more than just a melting pot of culture, its also a mosaic of art and architecture, culinary delights, religious amalgamation blossoming over centuries.
Enhance your travelling experience with the right app that organises information effectively in your kitty. While on the road, we all have been in situations which we wish didn’t happen. Taking support of travel apps that provides authentic details about the country you are visiting is essential in planning your trip.
Seeing and experiencing a new place stimulates your brain and can give you an adrenaline rush and a sense of thrill when you are travelling. This can nudge you towards the initial romantic attraction you might feel for another human being.
Delhi is a chaotic city with its narrow lanes, bottleneck traffic jams, crazy driving skills and fast paced life – but we Delhiites know when to lighten up! In this post, I bring to you Top 14 Cafes to eat in Delhi NCR and watch the city go by while you sip your hot cuppa.
This post is very close to my heart. Every time I travel in a public transport or share space with other people, I cannot escape the thought that people are plain insensitive and only care about their own selves while travelling. And,…
For most travellers, Kerala means backwaters, beaches, luxury resorts and Ayurveda. It is no surprise, when people only end up visiting Kochi, Allepey and Munnar. But if you are not one of those regular tourists and love to walk the lesser known…
“Words often don’t do travel justice – it improves your life in so many ways”. If I tell you that travel will change your life, will you believe me? Yes! No! I am telling you from my personal experiences and that of…
The long coastline of Odisha boasts of its rich traditions, awe-inspiring art heritage, ancient temples, pristine beaches and primitive tribal cultures. With more than 2000 years old history, Odisha reveals a blend of historical and cultural ancestry. Odisha always fascinated me, I…
Bundi in Rajasthan is a keyhole to a glorious past. Hidden between Aravalli’s and Vindhyachal mountain ranges, this oasis of yesteryear’s architectural glory is a must visit for any traveller. Bundi by itself is a destination which would require not less than…
Abul Fazal in his memoir wrote about the many baolis of Chanderi. According to him, there were around 1200 Baolis in Chanderi. Locals claim that every house in Chanderi had an underground baoli! Ever since I read about step wells in class…
