India is full of "hill stations," charming towns in the hills and mountains founded by the British during the colonial Raj as respites from the heat and dust of summers on the flatlands. And down in the country's southwestern state of Karnataka (kno
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Indian painting mirrors the radiant society and legacy of India into staggering assortment of hues and styles, practiced since time immemorial, stretching back millennia to the "hollow paintings" of animal hunts and tribal wars in caves. The stone
Built by colonial British rulers in the early 20th century, India's capital is bordered by Haryana on three sides and by Uttar Pradesh to the east. Its population is over 11 million; it is the second most populated city in India after Mumbai. It has
Read more…Rustic, rugged and remarkable - three words that best describe Bhuj, in the interior of Gujarat off the Gulf of Kutchh, in the district of Kutchh. Founded as a town in 1510, it's home to remnants of the Harappan civilization and traces of influence
Read more…Alibaug is a beautiful coastal town in the Konkan district of India's Maharashtra state that's one of best places to visit near Pune. as well as a top weekend getaway for residents of Mumbai (Bombay), an hour-and-a-half drive away. It features many
Read more…India is full of beautiful 'hill stations,' towns in the hills and mountains built by the British as a getaway from the heat of cities down below. And ensconced 2,084 meters (6,837 feet) above sea level in the northwest India foothills of the Himala
Read more…Some 1,880 metres (6,170 feet) up in the foothills of the Himalayas about 4 1/2 hours from New Delhi in Uttarakhand state, Mussoorie was founded in the 1820s by a leiutenant in the British East India Company, and because of its beauty and relatively
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Regardless of whether you want to lay on a shoreline in the Caribbean; climb the world's most popular gorge; investigate ancient sites; eat world-reknowned cuisine - it's all good! Discover the places that may change your life.
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One of India's largest states, located south of New Delhi in the center of the country, Madhya Pradesh is home to many artisans who create beautiful crafts famous with both locals and visitors from around the world. The stunning heritage of the arts
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One of the oldest and largest cities in India's southernmost Tamil Nadu state, and historically the capital of the Pandyan dynasty, Madurai is also considered the state's cultural capital - sometimes referrred to as "the Athens of the East and "Te
Globalization has been a sometimes controversial mixed bag in different areas and different parts of the world, but I think we can all agree that on the plus side, one of its grooviest benefits has been to bring to spread many of the exciting cultu
India's capital is naturally also a shoppers' delight, from international brands to handicrafts from all parts of this vast country. Come explore some of its treasures with me!
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Being home to the Himalayan Mountains, a great number of scenic destinations in India experience snowfall. In addition to making the spot look like a winter wonderland, these snow-covered slopes also offer many exciting adventure activities. From sk
Whenever I’m away from home, I often take a view from our hotel room, for social media. At Agra, I opened the curtains to behold … the golden arches of McDonalds.
Not that I really have anything against McD’s; I sometimes eat there, but it’s certa
Read more…January as usually welcomes a new year filled with surprises, hope, joy and various things. Taking a trip in the beginning of the year would unleash an experience to see the rays of hope in different aspects of life. Get to know the 12 most beautifu
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The "land of kings" is also famous for the magnificent hill forts that you simply cannot afford to miss out when you take any Rajasthan travel packages. The hill forts of this most iconic of Indian states stand witness to the rulers of various clan
If you head south from Goa, in northern Karnataka state you will land in the coastal city of Karwar. Snugly settled between the Sahyadri Mountains in the east and the expansive Arabian Sea on the west, its harbor on the south and the Kali River (Kal
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Popularly known as 'Queen of Hills', Shimla is one of the charming hill station and the capital city of Himachal Pradesh state. Surrounded by pine, oak and deodar forests, Shimla is one among the most visited hill stations in India. Amidst the loft
The entire idea of experiencing a folk festival is to see into the local culture and understand the tradition that the communities hold onto for generations. What is it that makes these festivals so unique? How do they manage to retain their age-old
Bikaner was a princely state in the pre-Independence India and was one of the largest states under the Rajputana Agency. It was founded in 1465 by Rao Bikaji, the descendant of Rao Jodhaji, who was the founder of Jodhpur. After Independence, the st
