Uttarakhand is the Devbhumi, meaning “Land of the Gods” when translated to English.Caressed by the Himalayan ranges, the state is a centre for hiking trails that stretch for miles and picturesque hill stations. When talking about Uttarakhand, two names usually stand out the most. Mussoorie and Nainital. The most famous hill stations in Northern India,...
Are you harbouring the wish to visit Ladakh for long? Are you still confused on the best time to hit this wonderful place? Worry not; we will get your problem solved. This is one such destination which doesn’t need any introduction, right? “Beautiful” and “stunning” can be understatements while describing this place. Magnificent are its...
The Dalai Lama, little Tibet with nuns and monasteries, a spectacular international cricket ground where the bowler seems to ‘run in from the Himalayas’, this and so much more to un[travel] in Dharamshala. Literally bursting at the seams with everything Tibetan, from momos to monks, there are Tibetan souvenir shops around every corner and nirvana-searching...
Goa is amongst the best travel destinations that India has to offer. And therefore when people travel to this lovely former Portuguese colony, their expectations are forever sky high – thanks to the tales of revelry that passes on every time a friend or an acquaintance visits the sunshine state. But Goa is also a...
The USA is one of the world’s most exciting, diverse and expansive countries. So, it comes as no surprise that within its vastness lies a multitude of hidden treasures to be uncovered. Here are just five of them to consider for your next travel adventure. La Push, Washington Image via Wikimedia For a true hidden...
Who doesn’t like to holiday among clear blue seas, evergreen forests and pristine landscapes? Andaman and Nicobar Island is one such destination, and it make for a perfect year-round holiday spot to savor, and what more? This archipelago of 60 islands, in the middle of Bay of Bengal, is also a place that can give...
Over the mighty Khardung-La, on the edge of Shyok valley, lies India’s northernmost village. This is a road fairly less travelled, beyond Nubra Valley, longer perhaps, but with some of the best views ever. India’s last major settlement, Turtuk, is predominantly Muslim but does have a couple of gompas overlooking the Shyok river as well....
‘A walk in the clouds – that’s exactly how one would describe the picturesque settings of the state of Arunachal Pradesh – no wonder the Eastern neighbor wants it really bad. Ouch! Jokes apart, Arunachal is a land steeped in the mysticism of an ancient Buddhist culture as well as an awe-inducing natural habitat that...
Also known as “the land of fairy tales,” the district of Kinnaur is one of the top offbeat places in Himachal. With the perfect composition of elevation, climate and topography, Kinnaur hosts some of the most beautiful places of Himachal Pradesh. Sharing its borders with Tibet, it reflects the influence of both Indian as well...
Where to eat on Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) After all, your sightseeing is done, or for that matter, the will to go for sightseeing, one needs good food. Most hotels on the island have a restaurant and can cater to all kinds of cuisines, but for the un[traveller], there are few options to explore, for...
