The last 10 days, I spent trekking in Kashmir Valley in India. Often in the news for the wrong reasons this beautiful lush green valley presents one of the tastiest cuisines of India. Dal Lake is the toast of Srinagar…
The Priest and his Mobile in Hampi Anjani Parvat,India
In the last decade, mobile connectivity seems to have slowly become indispensable in our daily lives !! While this has helped everyone to keep in touch but more often than not, it is actually a distraction or sometimes a loyal…
Palace of Mirrors-Aaina Mahal, Bhuj, India
The 250 year old Palace of Mirrors or Aaina Mahal located in the corner of Hamirsar Lake in Bhuj is nearly in shambles after the devastating earthquake of 2001. A small part of it has been restored and opened to…
Inside a Stepwell- Rani Ki Vav in Patan, India
We were on our way to Patan, eager to visit the exquisite Rani ki Vav. I have seen many a monument built by a king in memory of his queen but this one where we were headed to was different, it…
True Essence of Lord Ganesha (Elephant God)
A couple of days ago, the autumnal festive season was kicked off in India with the worship of Lord Ganesha, a revered god in Hinduism. He is worshiped specially sometime in the end of Aug-early September which is believed to…
Boat Ride on Narmada through Marble Rocks, Jabalpur, India
A trip to the Bhedaghat area of Jabalpur is incomplete without a boat ride on the Narmada through the high cliffs or the marble rocks. It is a rather rickety boat ride with a group of 10-12 people on the…
Monsoon Greens in Mulshi Lake, Pune, India
The Great Indian Monsoon is an experience. Through the ages it has inspired poets and writers to weave words around the falling rain, smell of wet earth and the unfolding beauty of moist, green earth. Alexander Frater in his travelogue…
Carefree Children of Jabalpur, India
It was a cool sunny day in Jabalpur and I was ambling around near Dhuandhar (the misty waterfall) on the Narmada River. In India, life often revolves around the rivers and the water is considered holy for purification of self.…
Two way views in Shimla, India
Shimla is a quaint hill station in north India. Once upon a time summer capital of British in India, it is a tourism hot spot. The majestic views of the Himalayas from the mall is soothing to the eye. Sometimes…
A “Royal Retreat” in Kapilvastu, India
Royal Retreat, Kapilvastu is an amazingly beautiful hotel located about 20 mins away from the main town of Kapilvastu. This 19th century, summer retreat tucked away in idyllic settings is a perfect place to rest and reflect during the journey…