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Then known as “Thailand-Burma Railway”, it was later called the “Death Railway”. Construction of the railway track between Ban Pong in Thailand and Thanbyuzayat in Burma was/ is a dark chapter in the history of mankind. More than 1 hundred thousand labourers perished during its construction. A visit to the site changed my travel perspective.
Paris is indeed charming, and a very romantic city. Its beautiful cityscape, classy buildings, lovely boulevards and river Seine make it a truly lovable city. It’s also called the city of light. My 2016 trip was short, but quite memorable.
Ooty, charm of the Nilgiris, is one of the most beautiful hill stations in south India. Situated within the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve in the Western Ghat mountain ranges, both Ooty and Coonoor are almost replica of each other. Verdant hills and valleys, lush green forests, beautiful tea estates, small waterfalls and lakes abound. Here is an article on my Ooty – Coonoor experience.
A little place with heritage monuments, a lovely lake, forest and gardens all around, nice boutiques and art galleries, and, of course my office. This is Hauz Khas Village- a place I’m in love with. In the middle of a busy city, Hauz Khas Village is a green oasis.
Mountain trekking is always a difficult and time-consuming proposition. But the rewards are great, especially if you are a nature lover. You get the best views of the place, and of course, the excitement of an adventure to go with. Triund peak trekking in Dharamshala this spring was a super exciting experience, especially because we did it with friends. Trips like this make us reaffirm our believe that travel is the essence of life.
Though Kutch is not a typical desert with sandy landscapes, it is unique in many ways. Kutch, the largest district of India, offers an enriching experience. In this article, I wish to share my Kutch-experience in brief and tips on how to experience the best of Kutch for visitors.
A lot of my friends have asked me often about how to plan a budget trip without compromising on the fun part. In this article, I am trying to answer this question on how to make your budget trip enjoyable. Fortunately, most of the things that can make one happy while travelling, are still free. One must keep their eyes open, and listen to the right people. Here are a few clues to start with.
Goa is so full of destinations and activities that travellers often wonder where to start and where to make their base. North vs. South Goa is a real traveller’s dilemma. In order to solve this dilemma, in this article, I am making a comparison: North vs. South Goa and suggesting on how to choose your destination.
Though there are quite a few things to see, and do, essentially Darjeeling is all about tea gardens and magic of the Himalayas. Nestled in the high Himalayan mountains overseeing the Kanchenjunga range bordering Sikkim, Nepal and Bhutan, Darjeeling’s location couldn’t be any better.
Sustainable tourism is the order of the day. It’s no longer an option, or just a desirable thing. It’s a compulsion that we must adhere to. From spread of knowledge and information, to trade and commerce, travel has enabled mankind to progress through the history. However, travel has to become sustainable in order to keep the world a livable place.