There is a reason that Diwali or Deepawali is the most popular Indian festival. The scintillating festival stretches beyond cultures and religions, embracing and enveloping all. From detailed, long poojas for the religion enthusiasts to the night long card parties of...
Yes, November is often a short holiday month mostly in the beginning of the month hosting Durga Puja, Dusshera and many more holidays lie in this month. We bring you some amazing places and experiences you would like to have it in our must-visit places in November in...
The Festival of Lights, Diwali is a celebration that marks the victory of good over evil, light over dark and knowledge over ignorance. Exchanging gifts, feasting on traditional sweets and wearing new clothes are other Diwali traditions. A time for both gratitude and...
After a two-month pilot project in February, the Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) has given a push to its plan to make Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) the country's first airport to have complete Aadhaar-enabled entry and biometric boarding...
If you haven't been able to figure out a trip down south, thinking there isn't a lot to do, this article is just the wakeup call you need. Because no, Goa doesn't count as a trip to the South. There's SO much more that South India has to offer. Take a look at these...
They say if there is heaven, then it’s here, in Kashmir! And you start realising this once your flight hovers over the stunning snow-clad Himalayan peaks, it almost seems surreal. Written and spoken about umpteen times, Kashmir’s beauty has maintained its...
Gurez Valley (Gorai in local Shina Language) is an epitome of a beautiful serene mountainous valley spread across the river banks. It has all of the attributes for a person to fall in love with the place. Gurez is located at a...
In our new section – Yeh Hai India – we showcase beautiful Indian destinations on a daily basis; tourist spots, you should definitely visit. However, there are certain places in India that have earned the reputation of being the scariest places on earth. ...
World Tourism Day is a day to celebrate international tourist destinations and the spirit of traveling. India is blessed with amazing destinations that can give international tourist spots a run for their money. Following are 4 Indian destinations that are much better than renowned international...
What you expect: Reach your holiday place, soak up the serenity and discover something unique. What really happens: Finally managed to get there, get hurled into an overcrowded place, do the ‘been there, done that’. Helping you unravel some unconventional travel options, we have listed out the...
Until five years ago or so, almost everyone between the ages of 20–30 simply packed their bags and headed to Goa for the winter season. And why won’t they? Goa has beaches, a fun tourist crowd, late-night parties, shacks with cheap beer and fresh golden-fried...
One of the most surreal places in India, with a white salt desert and beautiful moonlight nights, Kutch lies in the westernmost part of India and it shares a boundary with Pakistan. With deserts, oasis, beaches, heritage palaces, delicious food, religious...
Far from the busy city life and all its pressures, Sirumalai hills - a group of hills in Dindigul district close to both Dindigul town and Madurai city - is a great option for a weekend break. Still a lesser known destination, there are eleven...
According to Hindu mythology, Varanasi was founded by Lord Shiva that’s why it is called as Mahashamshaan or the final resting place of humans. The ancient city nestled on the banks of River Ganges is located in Uttar...
Myths and stories fascinated me so I was pretty sure my first high altitude trek would be none other than Roopkund. At 16000 fts height it marks the place where Lord Shiva and Parvati rested on their way to Kailasa and also the place where an arrogant king faced the...
Over the course of our travels, we get to stay in many wondrous places. But once in a blue moon, we come across a place that completely wins us over. Lakshman Sagar, in the Pali district of Rajasthan, is one such place. A 19th-century hunting lodge,...
The myriad patches of vivid colors under the watchful eyes of the towering snow-capped Himalayas. Heavenly! Isn’t it? With over 300 species of flora and numerous species of endangered flowers & medicinal...
At a time when the holiday bells are tolling, the perfect way to rediscover yourself is to take a vacation to explore the unexplored places in India. India is known for it’s diverse cultural heritage, vibrantly colourful nature and...
Lovely valley, ancient bygone era villages, beautiful forest, rushing rivers and Swargarohini peaks is Har ki dun all about.
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Have you ever dreamt of walking on clouds? If you haven't, here is a chance to make that dream come true. Some 18 kms away from McLeod Ganj, Triund is the adventure lover's paradise and looks just great every season. Those who want to trek or enjoy a picnic, Triund is the best place...
Majuli, one of the most surreal places in India is also the World’s largest river island. Connected via boats with the city of Jorhat, Majuli is a beautiful exotic location, yet unknown to most of the tourists in India. Majuli...
Goa is quite easily one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. It can be easily considered as the Las Vegas of India.
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Mawlynnong/Mawlynnong Village located in the East Khasi Hills of Meghalaya also referred as ‘God’s own garden’ has won the acclaim of being the cleanest village in Asia in 2003. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi cited the...
Sometimes known as ‘Moonland’, Ladakh is bounded by mountains and comprised of mountains. Anyone who is disillusioned with the turgidity of Ladakh’s landscape should take a ride from Leh to one of the most isolated valleys of north Ladakh, Nubra Valley. This...
