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Friday Travel Pic, Scavenger Birds in Landfill
Greater adjutant storks resting in the landfills they call home. Having never seen scavenger birds up and close, I was stunned by the sheer size of the greater adjutant stork.…
Read more…People & Places, Sagar Village
About 5 km from Gopeshwar in Uttarakhand, there’s a nondescript village – Sagar. Everyone told me there’s isn’t anything interesting to see or do in this village, however, and since…
Read more…Friday Travel Pic, Majuli Island
The river island of Majuli is best explored on bicycles, walking is the first best option, of course. Majuli is the largest river island in the world and is located…
Read more…Char Dham Yatra, Journey to the Ancient Temples in the Himalayas
India is a land of mysticism, spirituality, religion and beliefs. For centuries, people have been building, visiting and praying in temples, shrines and various other places of worships. There are…
Read more…People & Places, Valley of Flowers
Valley of Flowers National Park in Uttarakhand, is a part of Nandadevi Biosphere Reserve. During the season, the expansive valley blooms with spectacular wildflowers. Some rare and exotic flowers found…
Read more…Tabo, an Ancient Buddhist Monastery in the Himalayas
Spiti valley in Himachal Pradesh has gained a lot of popularity amongst travellers in the past few years, but has always been an explorer’s muse. When I first heard about…
Read more…Why Self Care Should be Prioritised
The very reason one is writing blogs about this and others are searching for it and or reading it, explains the need of self care, especially in times such as…
Read more…Five Places To Visit From Delhi In April
The pleasant, but short-lived spring has waved a goodbye and hot summer is already here, and to stay for a long while. I’m more than ever looking for ways to…
Read more…People & Places, Zanskar Valley
The trek on the frozen Zanskar River in the remote Zanskar Valley in Ladakh is an experience of a lifetime. There isn’t another trek (as far as I know) that’s…
Read more…Into the Wild at Rajaji National Park
Surrounded by the Shivalik range in Uttarakhand, the Rajaji National Park is brimming with natural beauty. The dense jungles and rich biodiversity are home to a magnificent wildlife Get ready…
Read more…People & Places, West Sikkim
This is the letter from little Doma, a happy little Sikkimese girl. I was volunteering at her school in Sikkim that Autumn. On my last day at the school the…
Read more…Essential Ladakh: 11 Must-Do Activities for Your Trip!
Land of high passes, home to spectacular views of The Himalayas – Ladakh, needs no introduction. Located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh is a land of stark…
Read more…Friday Travel Pic, Mermaid Money
It is one of the best feelings, to walk along the seashore early in the morning and stumble upon these treasures – the Mermaid Money as a friend once called…
Read more…Mcleod Ganj Memoirs: A 4-Day Trip to India’s ‘Mini Tibet’
Enveloped by the snow-clad Dhauladhar mountains and nestled in the laps of the mighty Himalayas, McLeod Ganj is a favoured destination for a perfect weekend getaway especially from Delhi. With…
Read more…People and Places, Rishikesh
Rishikesh needs no introduction and neither does the holy Ganga, at least in India and also for those who’ve visited Rishikesh either to backpack, to go white water rafting, or…
Read more…Friday Travel Pic, Mother Turtle and Sand Trails
Captured beneath the hues of a golden morning light, here’s a Friday Travel Pic tracking the journey of a mother turtle who left gentle imprints on the sandy shores of…
Read more…Floating Escapes: Unveiling the Charm of Houseboat Stays in India
Float away this summer with enchanting houseboat stays in India. Explore tranquil waters, picturesque vistas, and unforgettable experiences awaiting you on the serene rivers of this diverse land.
Read more…An Abandoned Quarry and Lake at Dodda Ayur
An impromptu long-drive plan landed us here – Dodda Ayur. A quiet water body surrounded by rocky cliffs, and absolute silence. This place is popularly known by a names such…
Read more…People and Places, Sohra
Got stuck in curfew (bandh), borders closed, transport cut-off and met a kind family – that was the highlight of my trip to Meghalaya, along with a few other happening…
Read more…Why do I travel? – Monologue of a Traveler
I thought this will be dialogue with self but might really end up being a monologue of a traveller, hence the title. If I were to answer this question -…
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