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Sitting atop 6943 feet over the Himalayas, Kasar Devi has been at the center of mysticism and fascination for long. Popular among offbeat travellers, including a lot of foreigners, it’s a place known for its tranquility and spirituality. Here’s my story of enjoying a few days in the spring, celebrating the festival of colours- Holi.
At the heart of Cambodia, not far from Siem Reap, Tonle Sap Lake has always been a life support system for the Khmer people. Its contribution to Cambodia’s history and economy is immense. In the vicinity of the great Angkor Wat, Tonle Sap Lake offers a refreshingly different option from the overwhelming grand monuments all around the region.
A remote corner of India that shares two international borders, Mizoram is a hidden gem that can actually pleasantly surprise most Indians. A quaint little town, capital city of Mizoram, educated and civilized, as developed as any other part of India, Aizawl has a refreshingly different vibe. Here’s an account of a day I spent in the cisty.
Mirik, a little hill station with a lovely lake, not far from Darjeeling, is is a wonderful off-beat destination, just perfect for a day trip. From verdant mountain scape to curvaceous tea gardens, to the pristine beauty of the lake in the middle of it all, Mirik is everything that charms the heart.
From the magnificent Salt Flats to a UNESCO Heritage site, and a rich cultural heritage, Kutch offers a lot to an intrepid traveller. I have been fortunate to visit this magical place tens of times. Culling from my experience, here’s a list of the best places to visit in Kutch, a great desert destination.
Tirthan Valley, at the heart of the Great Himalayan National Park, is one of the most charming valleys in India. It’s a poetry in landscape, it’s lovable. Spectacular mountain vistas, verdant forests, milky white rivers, wavy meadows and unspoiled villages. Everything about Tirthan Valley is so charming! I’m sharing my experiences and some travel tips in this article.
While three of the Hindu Char Dham sites are dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Rameswaram is the only one devoted to Lord Shiva. So, it holds a special significance. We visited Rameswaram last year as part of our south India monsoon exploration. While sharing our experience, here’s a travel guide to Rameswaram, the Hindu sacred town.
Tucked in a corner of the greenest part of India, Kaziranga National Park is the most enchanting forest of all. Spread over 430 sq. kms. and consisting five forest ranges, this national park in Assam in north-east India is among the least disturbed natural habitats. Here’s a guide on how to plan your visit to the Kaziranga N.P.
Just an hour’s drive to the south of Ahmedabad takes one to a blissful place- Nal Sarovar. During my decade long stay in Ahmedabad, I visited Nal Sarovar, a beautiful lake and bird sanctuary many a times as a day trip. In the semi-arid climate of central Gujarat, Nal Sarovar comes as an oasis for the millions of Ahmedabadis.
Our winter sojourn in Neil island in Andaman last year is still fresh in my memory. What’s great about the beaches in Neil island is that all the beaches are different, and have a character of their own. From a rocky Lakshmanpur beach to a secluded Sitapur beach, to a shallow Bharatpur beach, one can have a different charm everyday.