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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.
Standing tall at a staggering 182 meters, Statue of Unity in Gujarat is the tallest statue in the world. Just a couple of hours’ drive away from Vadodara, my hometown, the Statue has quickly become a must- visit destination in Gujarat and India. Here’s a complete guide to plan a day- trip from Ahmedabad/ Vadodara.
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.
In the hinterlands of Madhya Pradesh, on the banks of Betwa River lies the remnants of this wonderful heritage site- Orchha. Even now, the former capital of the erstwhile Bundela kingdom remains obscure to the larger travel world. But whoever has had a chance to visit Orchha will tell you how amazing the site is.
In the rural hinterlands of Madhya Pradesh, and amidst the forests of central India, lie some of the most extraordinary temples ever built in the world. Architectural marvel of Khajuraho group of temples is truly remarkable. If you have still not been there, here’s a travel guide to the stunning temples of Khajuraho and beyond.
My Son Sanctuary, a group of extraordinary ancient monuments from the erstwhile Champa Kingdom of Vietnam is a heritage lover’s paradise. In spite of its similarity to a few other sites in south-east Asia, it’s unique in essence and significance. Here’s an article on our experience of a day trip from Da Nang with travel tips.
At the confluence of Gomti river and Arabian Sea in Dwarka, stands Dwarkadhish Temple as testimony to a culture time immemorial. During a decade of my life in Gujarat, I visited Dwarka Temple a couple of times. So, if you are looking for travel tips, here’s your ultimate travel guide to Dwarka Temple in Gujarat.
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.
In the pantheon of temple architectures, Angkor Wat holds the undisputed numero-uno position. It’s so massive in size, and at the same time, so intricate in design that its construction still remains shrouded in mystery. Last October, our Angkor Wat tour in Cambodia was an experience of a lifetime. Here’s our experience in words with some helpful travel tips for your visit.