Nestled in the south-east coast of India, Madras (now Chennai) has a unique topography whereby it can easily be located on India’s map. The whole of Tamil Nadu resembles the silhouette of a lady and Chennai’s position is right at the forehead, adorning it as a ‘bindi’

Dubai has the image of being the city of gold. But the pot of gold is about as elusive as the leprechaun that holds it. Dubai is one of the seven emirates or independent states that combined together to form the U.A.E. Due to high oil reserves, U.A.E. is a rich country churning out sixty million barrels of oil a day. The U.A.E. is a monarch state; the rulers are the sheikhs.

Whatever has been written so far about the tea town of India- Darjeeling, one thing that truly touches your heart is the unadulterated beauty. There are no big malls here like the other hill stations, no brand coffee shops and moreover even the houses aren’t the one with the lavish interiors. However what adds to its natural beauty are the beautiful mountain ranges,...

While we were growing up, we all had one thing in common; a wish to take a shot at royalty and to experience the feeling of being a king. Now since we have grown up and have jobs, which mostly keep us grounded in reality, royalty seems like a faraway dream.

Sikkim, a small state nestled in the Himalayas ranks high in the list of India’s tourism destination spots. Sikkim, is a popular tourist destination for its culture, scenic beauty and biodiversity. Sikkim promises to be a hot-spot tourist destination in the future and offers a truly unique and unforgettable experience.

Nainital-‘The Paradise City’ is a peaceful place with elegance. It is one of the most charismatic hill stations that India harbors. The popular summer retreat of India, Nainital attracts innumerable tourists during the summer heat. The small town of Nainital in Uttranchal is dotted with colleges, villas and bungalows.

India is truly a diverse subcontinent and one of the best outcomes of its diversity is its utter lack of stint in providing us ideal getaway vacation spots. Whether it be hills you seek, or the driest of deserts, whether a lake view suits us or an ocean, whether towering waterfalls inspire one or hot springs, there is such abundance of choice

Kerala- God’s own country, that’s what it is called and I feel that there is much truth in it. Majestic natural beauty that’s never been seen before. Dense forests and lashing greenery appealing the comforts of heaven on earth with flora, fauna and the human character at its best.

Egypt is a mystical land of deep history and culture. Near its capital city, Cairo stands one of the greatest marvels of ancient architecture: the Pyramids at Giza.Though there are many pyramids spread across Egypt and some in Mexico, the ones

Rishikesh, the holy city in the state of Uttrakhand is a tourist favorite place throughout the year. Situated on the banks of the holy River Ganga, the city is listed amongst the must watch destinations in all the tourist guides. Rishikesh is 25kms.

If you are a beach lover, relish a wide variety of sea food and enjoy being in the lap of nature, then Goa is the place for you. Located on the west coast of India, Goa is renowned for its beaches, places of worship, world heritage and of course

Last month I went to this very small city called Kuchaman city. Not many people have heard about this town, which is situated in the Nagaur district of Rajasthan about 110 kms away from the state capital and my hometown, Jaipur.

The fog itself seemed sleepy. The imposing snow capped mountains glistened in the golden rays of the rising sun as if wishing us good morning. It wasn’t everyday that one could enjoy the experience of living in the clouds. Perhaps it was a

Are you tired of the scorching sun following you everywhere you go, or need a break from your daily kitchen business or bored of playing with your dolls and cricket kit? Then take a break, come to Mussourie to rejuvenate.

Are you tired of the scorching sun following you everywhere you go, or need a break from your daily kitchen business or bored of playing with your dolls and cricket kit? Then take a break, come to Mussourie to rejuvenate.

The night bus to Rishikesh and then an early morning jeep to be changed on the way by another one was all the transport that our six member team took to reach the foot of our weekend trek-Barsu, at around 3 in the cold afternoon

A perfect blend of modernity and tradition, this city acquaints us with a side of India we are all proud of. Be it its history, architecture, music, dance, handicrafts, cuisines or etiquette, Lucknow offers it all.

Chandigarh is the capital of two prominent north Indian states – Punjab and Haryana, besides being a Union Territory. It is one of the extremely few planned cities in the country and is also known as the City Beautiful. Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru had very progressive ideas for national development and, on becoming the first Prime Minister, wanted to build a city that would...

I have always been a sports enthusiast and any kind of physical activity gives me a rush. So when some senior colleagues from work decided that for a team outing we’ll be going for a trek and white water rafting, I was super excited. It was a one day trip to a place called the Bheemeshwari Fishing and Nature Camp, 100 km outside the city of Bangalore.

Living in Mumbai, we keep hearing about the Konkan coastline that is supposed to border most of the west coast of India, and passes through 3 states. I was dying to see the places for myself, and experience the myth first hand.

We all have a mental picture of an ideal world. A world without pollution, mental stress and traffic jams. A world where smog doesn’t disturb flights and smoke is what you see when you burn a bonfire at the beach, where dolphins

In today’s world we hardly have the time to take a note of our mind. Rarely do we stop to listen what our body and mind are saying. We are so preoccupied with our busy lives that we have chosen to become mechanised people, rather than be the natural human being God had created.

A beautiful city of forts in the midst of a desert known most for its martial past ad yet quite ironically drenched in the romance of pink, there is certainly more to Jaipur than meets the eye. And you can’t help but notice it in the air of the city as soon

The weekend starting January 23 being a long one, my friends and I decided to embark on the quintessential college student trip to Goa. If you’re going with a relatively large group of people, travelling by train would be your best and most

Summer break was knocking at the door, college was about to close and my head was spinning through travel guides to search for a perfect holiday destination. I was looking for a place away from

With its rolling sand dunes and colorful splendor, Rajasthan has always fascinated and attracted me to come explore its hidden depths. I have visited the desert state frequently in the past few years. But the journey that jumps out from

Newspapers and travel magazines these days are filled with information about weekend getaways. But sometimes, these weekend trips end up burning hole in the pockets. So if you want to escape from Delhi for a day or two, but without spending much

When my US visa was granted and plans to visit the USA were looking quite possible, that’s when it struck me that I had never traveled that far. Our KLM flight from New Delhi to Minneapolis was to stop at Schipol, Amsterdam, and I couldn’t be any less excited.

Stepping out from the little tempo traveler, the first thing I felt was a cold breeze, which made me shiver, and this was in the month of June, when summer is at its peak in India; but this wasn’t unexpected, as I had landed straight into the “Queen of Hills”, Shimla.

Patna, the capital of Bihar, is a famous tourist spot for Indian and International tourists alike. It is situated at the confluence of the two rivers- The Ganges and the Sone. The holiest and the largest river of India, the Ganges flows across the North of the city. Patna is well known among the tourists because of its diversified culture, fusion of various religions...

Having my grandmother staying in Chandigarh means that every vacation (even an extended weekend), is spent visiting her. Every holiday is the same – lazing around till late in the afternoon, being fed good food like there’s no tomorrow and not worrying in the least bit about all the

One of the ways of getting to Leh is the air services from Srinagar and Delhi. Yet, coming into Ladakh by road has its own feel. The flight from Delhi, over the Great Himalaya and the Zanskar range, is spectacular. There is one way

“The world is a book, and those who do not travel, read only a page.” – St. Augustus. When I applied for my Postgraduate degree in an institute in Pune, I was moving out of home for the first time. As a farewell treat

The vibrant dazzling and multicultural capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, boasts of an imposing skyline, exclusive culture where one can see how tradition and modernity coexist harmoniously. At first you are greeted by the magnificent

The Kumaon region of Uttaranchal is perched in the Shivalik Range of the Himalayas is a traveller’s true delight. A place of scenic beauty, breathtaking vistas and endearing people, known as the “DEVBHUMI” or the Land of the Gods, this alcove of the Himalayas will ever remain a place suited for splendid explorations or a laid-back, relaxing journey, alike.

During my summer vacations me and my friends decided to go to Mussoorie for the weekend which is at a distance of about 35 km from my hometown— dehradun. Mussoorie is over 2000 m above sea level with a total area of 65 sq. Km. The best time to visit this town is between April to June and then from September to November as the greenery here is in full bloom.

A master piece never fails to enthral you, each time you look at it. Each and Every time you end up admiring it and rarely does one get bored of it. I have been to many a hill stations in Uttarakhand and in spite of having been to Mussoorie a gazillion times, the place never fails to surprise me. Be it the lush green surroundings or the fairyland atmosphere, this quaint...

I saw Pune as a city that seems to be two cities rolled into one; it has the character of its colourful past, combined with the new cosmopolitanism. But, some things never change and indeed the afternoon siesta is still sacrosanct. So, whether for a shop or a private home, it maybe off limits between 2 and 4 pm.

As a student of architecture, I keep searching for new and better things to read, new and hitherto unread abstracts, to find finer solutions for thick problems. In the same endeavor, I came across a name- Auroville. Heaven is the word which would best describe this place! Situated near the Union Territory of Puducherry (formerly Pondicherry), this area’s stated purpose...

Nestled amidst the mighty Himalayas, in the Chamba and the Pangi valleys, lies a beautiful, pristine hill-station, which takes your breath away at the very first sight. It is an ideal weekend getaway for the tired and the stressed soul, away from the hustle-bustle and traffic jams of the city.