Rajasthani cuisine is influenced by its imposing heritage and arid climatic condition. Food traditions within India differ from place to place basis the drastic geographical variations available here. In Rajasthan, the scarcity of water and the presence of a rich […]
The Origins of Jainism – Bhagwan Rushabhdev
The rise of Jainism is approximated to have occurred around the same time as the end of the Later Vedic period. With the rise of small kingdoms and a power struggle between the warrior class or the Kshatriyas and the […]
Gangaur – A Festival for Marital Bliss
A celebration of married bliss, Gangaur is celebrated in honour of Gauri or Parvati, the Hindu goddess of abundance. Parvati was the consort of Lord Shiva (also known as Gana) and is the epitome of virtue and fidelity in Hindu […]
The Spirit of Bhoganandiswara Temple: A Road Trip from Bangalore – By Sanibh Aryan
For all those fed up with Bangalore’s traffic and noise, there are places in and around that provide the peace you wish for on weekends. One of them is a temple I will now talk about. Bhoganandiswara is a temple […]
10 Most Romantic Resorts in India
Mahua Kothi Bandhavgarh, Madhya Pradesh is conveniently located in the middle of nowhere, along the outskirts of Bandhavgarh National Park (which has India’s highest Tiger population) and the closest airport is Jabalpur, 190 kilometers away. This Taj property has 12 […]
Review: The Aodhi, Kumbalgarh
Some 80 odd kilometers northwest of Udaipur is Kumbalgarh, the 15th-century fortress built by the legendary Rana Kumbha. Situated some 3500 feet above sea level, the fortress was such that it provided a clear view of any armies forging towards them. […]
Jama Masjid – An Architectural and Cultural Marvel by Nishank Verma
The largest Mosque in India- Jama Masjid The Jama Masjid is truly a marvelous wonder. Located in Shahjahanabad, the walled city of the Mughals, the Jama Masjid sits right across the road from the Red Fort. Constructed on an approximately […]
10 Health Precautions to Take Before Travelling to India
A country that takes pride in its diversity, India is a melting pot not only of various cultures and ethnicities but also of geographical landscapes that provide a variety of experiences for both the domestic and international traveller. The contrasts […]
Amritsar and Back: A Road Trip for the Soul – By Sanibh Aryan and Hartaj Singh Dugal
Amritsar is and has been, one of the few special places in this world that take one’s spirit to the next level. It is often said that the journey is more intriguing than the destination itself, and this was no […]
Palace on Wheels – A luxury tour of Rajasthan
Who doesn’t want to be treated like royalty? The ideas of wealth, luxury, and power associated with royal families have been romanticized in the minds of us common folk since time immemorial. Before the British rule, India was a collective […]