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Ahmedabad has two distinct sides- the old and the new Ahmedabad. However, from a traveller’s perspective, it’s the old city of Ahmedabad, India’s first UNESCO World Heritage City that is of much significance. Culling from my decade long stay in Ahmedabad, here’s a list of the best places in Ahmedabad one should visit and experience.
With spectacular views of snow-capped mountains, rivers flowing through the valley and ancient villages spread across lush green forests, Manali is a mountain-lover’s paradise. If the high mountains give it the majestic aura, its lush meadows and pine forests give it a sense of serenity. In this article, I present the best places in Manali one must look to explore.
In the foothills of Annapurna range of the Himalayas in central Nepal lies this serene town of Pokhara. For its proximity to some of the highest mountains in the world- Annapurna-I, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu, it’s often touted as the ‘Gateway to the Himalayas’. Culling from our experience, here’s an article on the best places to visit in Pokhara.
Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal looks very much still living in the medieval ages. Its grand monuments stand proudly in every corner of the city telling stories from the past. Seven of them have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Here’s an article on these sites with first-hand experience from my trip.
Kolkata, previously Calcutta, is a metropolis like no other. The epicenter of Bengali culture, literature and heritage, Kolkata is also India’s culture capital in many ways. A city with the essence of a village, Kolkata exudes music, art, historical and cultural vibes in every corner of the city.
Surrounded by lakes and hills, Udaipur is one of the prettiest cities in India and counts among the top tourist destinations. With rich history. architectural heritage and cultural vibes, the city attracts millions of visitors from across the world every year. Here’s my take on the best places to visit in Udaipur.
Vibrant towns surrounded by lush green forests with spectacular mountain views are where people in India rush to when it becomes too hot in the plains. From the mighty Himalayas to the lush Western Ghats to the rolling hills of north-east India, these hill stations are beyond recreation now. Here’s a list of the best ones.
An all-weather destination up the Himalayas became one of my favorite places years ago. From the serenity of mountains to the hustle and bustle of a busy town, I loved everything about Mussoorie. From my experience of visiting the hill station five times now, here’s a list of best places in Mussoorie to visit.
No adjective can really do justice to describe this absolute beauty in white marble. The symbol of India as a tourism destination globally, Taj Mahal has attracted millions over the years. However, Agra has much more than the white beauty. So, here’s how to explore Agra, the pride of Mughals- Taj Mahal and beyond.
In the coastal town of Puri, in a grand temple, resides Lord Jagannath with his brother and sister. Millions of devotees visit the temple every year in their quest of religious accomplishment. Born not far from the temple town, I have fond memories of the place. Here’s sharing my experiences and some travel tips.