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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.
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 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.
If you are a bird lover, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary (now: Keoladeo National Park) is the best place for a bird watching experience. Even if you don’t have such affinity to birds, but a nature lover in general, the sanctuary is a lovely place to spend good part of a day.
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.
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.
Ninh Binh is like nowhere else. Not only its landscape is unique, the cultural experiences are in a league of its own. If I have my way, I would designate Ninh Binh as the definition of paradise. Its dreamy, charming landscape is straight out of a fairytale. Rivers crisscrossing through caves and mountains create such a magical land!
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.
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.
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.