Raging testosterone-A photo feature on Tulsi Akhada of Benares
Who would think that there is a thriving culture of personal fitness in the narrow network of streets running parallel to the Ganga? The former ‘gymnasiums’ of Benares, the ‘Kushti Akhada’ (wrestling rinks) are not a common sight but definitely not on the path of fading away.
Smoke Veiled & Hippie Happy
A confident accented voice calls out to me excitedly from behind a curtain, ‘Welcome to Haaampi my friend’, with an exaggerated ‘aaa’ I loathe the sound of! The hatred for the accent immediately dissolves on seeing a friendly young face in front of my camera lens! I instantly know that this is going to be […]
Dog Days In Goa
Where water is concerned, I am not entirely bereft of guts – give me the company of two strapping young boys to swim along, and I can take on the waves like a mermaid. Well, furry boys that is. Max and Sibu – the four-legged sons of resort owners Pirkko and Savio, and my own private Thorpe and […]
Picture perfect Ladakh
If you wait any longer to plan your trip to Ladakh, you will face something more dizzying than the heights – the thousands that flock to the moonscape mountains! A once isolated desert kingdom, Ladakh now invokes much intrigue amongst musafirs and is a haven for bikers, cyclists, and travellers craving its unique sights.
On Corbetts Trail
In spite of the shaded forested paths, sudden bursts of yellow grasslands and the towering trees standing guard, the most hypnotic spot in Corbett National Park is a group of lagoons dotted with dry trees, their brown branches emerging mysteriously from the water.
Pack Like A Pro
If you are dragging a heavy suitcase across a sandy beach or struggling with a heavy backpack on an uphill climb, chances are that you did not listen to your mum’s tips on packing right for a trip! It’s not the destination alone but the thrill of handling your baggage well that adds that extra […]
Adventure travel in India
Travelling beyond boring family holidays, the Indian musafir is finally discovering some adrenalin pumping options. The travel landscape of India has amassed a wide variety of ‘thrills inducing’ destinations and travel ideas in the last decade.
Five foods that define Bangalore
Bangalore’s cosmopolitan vibe embraces everything in the city, including its food. No wonder the local cuisines are infused with influences from Andhra, Chettinad, Hyderabad, Tamil Nadu, coastal areas, Kerala as well as contemporary flavours.
48 Hours in Kolkata
Given that the city has produced five Indian Nobel prize winners, Kolkata’s intellectual and cultural reputation precedes itself. And you can also soak in its colonial lineage, the clamour of cultural fusions and great food at every corner! A city that doesn’t push you to frantically check all monuments or go food tasting in a […]
The Stories of Baisakhi
Having been a traditionally agrarian country and one in which agriculture is still a way of life for many, it is not difficult to imagine how ample rain, fertile soil and thanksgiving for a good harvest are vital reasons to celebrate in India.
Beach pit stops along the Karnataka Coast
The Karnataka coast is an unexpected amalgam of experiences – ancient temples that have weathered kingdoms, sun-kissed beaches popular with pilgrims and tourists, and recently introduced water sports both below and beneath the waves.
Untravel Coastal Special: Temple hopping along the Karnataka coastline
One does not particularly need a religious bone in their body to enjoy the impressive historic landmarks dotted along the Karnataka coast, in the form of ancient temples. The decided Hindu vibe of destinations like Udupi, Dharamsthala, Kollur, Gokarna and Sringeri testifies how deep the region is steeped in legends and mythology, drawing devotees from […]