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The Chambal Safari Lodge

If you’ve ever wondered what the luxurious life of a zamindar who lived over a century ago could have been like, you’ll get your chance to experience it at the Chambal Safari Lodge. The Chambal Safari Lodge, just 65 km southeast of Agra, is an eco friendly lodge near the[…]

Birding in India – Where to Go, When to Go & What to Carry

India is home to more than 1250 species of birds. This is estimated to be 13 percent of the total number of species in the world. There are over 925 breeding species (920 residents). The Indian birds belong to 25 groups called ‘Orders’, which are further divided into ‘Families’, ‘Sub-families’[…]

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The Toymakers of Benaras – A Legacy We May Be Losing

Benaras, now known as Varanasi is one of the oldest cities in the world. From a time long forgotten, people from different cultures, communities, religions, and traditions came and thrived by the banks of river Ganga.With time, they developed exclusive art, craft and music skills and Benaras became home to[…]

Theyyam Kerala

Theyyam – An Ancient Sacred Ritual

Colourful costumes, a call to appease and honour divinity, and a ritual form of expression that blends together dance, theatrical performance, and storytelling of the ages. All of these describe one of the oldest dance forms to emerge from the South-Indian cradle; and if you’re visiting Kerala in December, you[…]

3 National Parks in India You Must Visit

Hunting, Poaching and then Preservation. These National Parks have seen it all. They are the most coveted sanctuaries for indigenous plants and animals across the Asia-Pacific region. Here is a glimpse of the wonders of these Parks. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary/ Keoladeo National Park Once a hunting ground for the Maharaja[…]

Uttarakhand – The Land Of Temples

 Uttarakhand, a state that lies to the north of India, is one of the major attractions because of its extensive cultural diversity, stunning landscapes and not to mention, its temples. Apart from the plethora of healing methods and yoga services that Uttarakhand has to offer, it is also a wildlife[…]

Kalmatia Sangam – A Soulful Vacation

  Imagine a holiday where you heal, where you really rejuvenate and feel like the best version of yourself – sounds blissful, doesn’t it? Offering the same pristine tryst with Nature and Mountains, Kalmatia is a complete healing experience and is a place definitely worth visiting. Discovered nearly a hundred[…]

3 Festivals In Assam You Cannot Miss

Assam is an extraordinary destination with a myriad of experiences to offer, and what would be a better time to visit the state than the cheerful festive season?  From travel to the indigenous food, and from luxury cruising to bringing the best of two worlds together, come experience Assam in[…]

Tea Trail in India – Exploring India via its Estates

Tea gardens in Assam and West Bengal can be accessed via Kolkata which is known to be the hub of the tea industry. Tea companies in India are converting heritage bungalows located in estates into luxurious resorts where one actually stay and experience life in the tea estate. They offer[…]

When the Hills Turn Purple – The Neelakurinji Effect

Every 12 years from the month of July to December the Nilgiri hills turn blue as the Neelakurunji flowers that the hills derive their name from coming into full bloom. This absolutely spectacular phenomenon turns the entire Nilgiri hills into magnificent shades of bluish purple and makes the entire expanse[…]