The Great Wall of China: Initial construction of the wall in the Northern frontier is believed to have started in 221 BC. Though major construction and fortification took place in 13th century, during the Ming Dynasty. The wall offered protection…
Different Kinds of Warungs: Smaller family shop or family owned restaurant in Indonesia is known as Warung. These street side establishments cater to the needs of local people selling drinks, cigarettes, snacks and food. There are different kinds of warungs,…
Made famous by Elizabeth Gilbert by featuring it in her best seller “Eat Love Pray’; Ubud lives up to the expectations! There are many Things To Do In Ubud. It is easy to plan a month long stay in Ubud,…
Ancient India was way more open-minded than one could imagine now. The Khajuraho Temple Complex, situated in Madhya Pradesh, is the finest example of freedom of creativity and culture in historical India. Built by Chandela Dynasty from 900 AD till…
Beijing represents China at its most dynamic. Despite of its relentless modernity, the city remains rooted in the past of the imperial history! Here are 16 ‘Must’ things to do in Beijing during a 3-4 days trip! Things to do…
The history of Beijing is found in Hutong, lined with Siheyuan -traditional single storey courtyard residences; built for people who lived outside the Forbidden City. The hutong Beijing reflects the culture of the common people. History of Hutong Beijing: The…
Most of the tourists heading to Khajuraho skip Orchha as it may add an extra day to the itinerary. Here are some of the reasons why you should not be doing that! Orchha means ‘Hidden’! It is one of the…
Andaman or Goa??? Big Question!!! It is not Goa bashing! Neither is it a promotion for Andaman Tourism! Just highlighting few reasons WHY you should consider Andaman Islands for a long weekend over Goa! We used to go to Goa for…
I have been to some of the well known places in Rajasthan, many times, but this road trip gave an opportunity to witness the region from a wide perspective. The idea was to take a different route and visit smaller…
I know Europeans don’t like rains, but we Indians love monsoon! After months of 40 degrees and above, rain is much awaited; we even celebrate the first downpour by eating pakorahs with chai! Some of the best places to visit…
There is more to Cairo than just Pyramids! Here are some ‘Must’ Things to do in Cairo! This dusty capital of Egypt was a seat of power throughout centuries. In this ancient city, you find Pyramids, Roman ruins, Ancient churches…
Danube River Danube River is the Second longest river in Europe and it passes through 10 countries. It starts from Germany and flows through Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine, and Moldova. Danube flows through many historical cities…
Shekhawati is a historical region in Rajasthan, with one of the major attractions is the city of Mandawa. This “open art gallery” is endowed with beautiful mansions decorated with intricate wall paintings. , known as ‘Havelis’ . Mandawa Haveli in…
Road trip in Egypt: Cairo To Sharm El Sheikh Via St. Catherine’s Monastery I am a road trip addict and neither poor road conditions nor longer drives deter me from considering this option. I try to accommodate at least one…
Raghurajpur is a heritage crafts village, a jewel of Orissa Tourism, located 10 kms outside Puri, on the way to Bhuwaneshwar. The village is dedicated to traditional artisans who work with ancient crafts like Patta Chitra (painting on a cloth),…
The Konark Sun Temple was built in the 13th century, near the mouth of the Chandrabhaga River, during the reign of Narasimhadeva I. The river has receded significantly since then, leaving the temple surrounded by an open field of dry…
Of course there are numerous hotels in Srinagar but staying in a 5 star houseboat in Srinagar has a special charm. It is one of the “Must Things To Do”! Dal Lake covers around 18 Sq Kms of area…
My parents went to Srinagar 40 years back and it was their first trip outside Gujarat. They talked about the beauty of Kashmir and still carry fond memories of Shikara rides in Dal lake and touching snow in Gulmarg for…
Construction of Moscow Subway started in early 30s during Stalin’s Era. First 13 stations were opened in 1935. By 1939 the number of Moscow metro stations increased to 22. Some of the stations built in earlier times are beautifully designed and…