Mahe: Waiting To Be Discovered

“There are no beggars in Mahe,” a gleeful Tayil Sadanandan erupts amidst the noise of the rain on my already weather-assaulted umbrella. Struggling to have someone speak to me in detail, Sadanandan made my second attempt at Mahe absolutely worthwhile.

Southern Trails

With the receding monsoon having washed the southern circuit of the Western Ghats a conglomeration of different greens, september is a great time for hikers to head out to Karnataka’s coorg and chikmagalur districts.

Tripura

Still inching slowly towards creating a spot for itself on the travel map of the Northeast, Tripura remains pleasantly away from tourist clichés. Running to its own rhythm, for those going solo, it is as offbeat as it gets

Punjab

Long fabled amongst travellers for its serene Golden Temple, langars at scenic gurudwaras, authentic farm-stays and delicious street food, Punjab could be the highlight of this new year for your solo wanderings

Nagaland

Explore this land where folklore is an essential part of life, where age-old traditions still come alive during festivals. Nagaland is perfect to get lost in if you are disappearing alone

Mizoram

A significant departure from the ordinary, Mizoram is yet to become entirely travel savvy. Waterfalls, tiger reserves and trekking trails woo lone travellers with some of the most magnificent landscapes

Manipur

A departure from the mundane itineraries, book yourself a ticket to Manipur if an untrodden path is what your heart desires. Walk through the Buning meadow or visit local markets, this is a soloist’s dream

Maharashtra

If you want to oscillate from the manic city bustle to secret beaches and a ludicrous amount of greenery, sample the wonders of Maharashtra as a solo traveller. It leaves with you with one feeling—When will I be back?

Jharkhand

In one of the youngest states of India, one expects little to see as a traveller. But the fabulous waterfalls, the inimitable world of Munda tribes and outdoor adventures will surprise the solo traveller

Haryana

Though Haryana conjures up images of beehive-like offices and the condos of Gurgaon, hardly making a backdrop for a holiday, but the state also throws up surprises for short getaways. Here are some chosen ones

Daman, Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli

The coastal enclaves of Daman, Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli offer you an uncharted territory to explore. The soul-warming sun, sandy stretches and the Portuguese backdrop to Silvassa are all in the same vicinity

Chhattisgarh

The endless green of swaying paddy fields, the shimmer of sinuous rivers clinging to silted banks, dark stretches of verdant forests and torrential waterfalls gushing down cliffs, this is tailor-made for offbeat travel