India

India

A country that can’t be summed up even in a million words. From the mighty Himalayas of the North to the serene backwaters in the South, the multitude of landscapes that pops up every 100 kilometres is nothing short of amazing. What sets it apart is the golden desert of Rajasthan. Oh wait, it’s the tiger parks of Madhya Pradesh. How can you miss the tea-gardens of Darjeeling! What about the mountain lakes in Sikkim? Damn! Too many choices.

Kerala’s least populous district, Wayanad is also its best-known secret. Complete with misty mountains, splendid forests, pristine rivers, and cascading waterfalls, Wayanad is ‘the’ hill station of choice in South India. Not particularly touristy, the district is famed for its wildlife parks and unspoiled nature. Interestingly, Wayanad’s recorded history dates back to as early as...

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Almora Kumaon View

Uttarakhand. Dev Bhoomi. The Land of Gods. This little corner of the enigma that is India exudes an enticing sense of spirituality and placidity from its every crevice. A spectacularly idyllic terrain smothered by some of the holiest mountains, lakes and rivers, Uttarakhand is found to be especially bountiful for those seeking hiking adventures, spiritual...

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Probably, natural beauty is the prime reason for most of the travellers to look out for vacations in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Sunny skies, gorgeous white sands, crystal clear blue waters and unspoiled nature make the place to look like heaven, and this heavenly place can easily hypnotize anyone to laze on golden beaches and...

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Tso Moriri Lake

un[travel] to the less explored Tso Moriri Lake at 4595 metres above MSL, away from crowded high-altitude lakes with blinding flashlights. Past green marshland with streams criss-crossing to the lake beyond. The eight hours it takes to get here from Leh are worth every minute as your vision clears to see the serene blue Tso...

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Trivandrum Sunset

Formerly a trade hub for spices, sandalwood and ivory, Trivandrum which was called the ‘evergreen city of India’ by Mahatma Gandhi is now an immense IT nest contributing to nearly 80% of the state’s software exports. Ranked as one of the best cities in Kerala to live in, it is mainly used by tourists as...

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Posted by untravel | | Adventure, India, Offbeat

If there is one country in the world where anybody and everybody in the spectrum of different travellers will find joy, it is India. A nation infamous for its unfathomable enormity of culture and diversity, coupled with a plethora of holidaying attractions varying from one corner to the other, you’d be hard pressed to find...

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When one thinks Holi, one thinks color, celebration, happiness, love and buckets of fun. You know what can make a day like that even better? Intoxication. Enter Bhang, India’s contribution to the world of intoxicants. Bhang’s a natural drink made from marijuana leaves. While it is only legal in certain places, during the right time...

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For countless, weary city folks, the Chandigarh-Manali NH21 serves as the perfect escape route from the humdrum of daily existence into the rejuvenating lap of nature. Sadly, the crowds follow suit! What if we told you that there is a hidden treasure – with pristine oak and pine forests, hanging bridges, apple orchids, and crystal...

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Himachal Pradesh

Fascinating deciduous forests of spectacular green interspersed with quaint little villages by the Tirthan river make this valley one of Himachal’s favourite weekend getaways. Stunning backdrops and fantastic camping, trekking and fishing opportunities make this the perfect holiday. The gateway to the Great Himalayan National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Tirthan valley is the...

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Andamans Scuba

Do you believe in magic? You will, once you experience the symphony of vivid corals, fascinating seabed gardens, mysterious remains of sunken ships, and charming schools of fish in Andaman and Nicobar islands. Scuba diving in these islands, situated in the Bay of Bengal, is the best way to explore one of the most diverse...

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