Wordless Wednesday 28: Bhuj Gallery
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The Royal Cenotaphs (Chhatris) of Bhuj
The city of Bhuj was peaceful, tranquil and slow paced, and when I think of it now, it created a rather interesting contrast with overwhelming and mega touristic Jaipur I headed for the next day. One of the most secluded and architecturally rewarding places I've visited in Bhuj was a complex of highly ornate royal memorials. ...read more »
25 photos to inspire you to visit Pune
The top of Mahathma Phule Mandai fruit and vegetable market is Pune was seen from afar. "It must be a beautiful monument, something like out Crawford market in Mumbai" I thought, picking up the pace. But the closer I came, the more obvious I was not going to savour any architectural delights. The stalls, boxes ...read more »
Wordless Wednesday 27: Kolhapur Gallery
Exploring Kolkata: where to eat during your first visit
Kolkata is a city on the rise. With more tourists than ever choosing the West Bengal capital for a break, you may have it on your own bucket list. And with food being such a major draw in Kolkata, here are some of the best places to dine during your very first visit. Russel Street Street food ...read more »
A travel photo book for my mom
In a couple of months my mom is coming to visit us in India for the fifth time. I love this feeling of excitement when something pleasant is going to happen in the nearest future. Adriana, Alexandra and Ares (my kids, in case you’re new here) are waiting for her with great anticipation, and so ...read more »
The Mandore Gardens near Jodhpur – a charming collection of royal memorials
Located around 9 km from Jodhpur, the Mandore Gardens is a beautiful park where the architectural intricacies of the ancient cenotaphs create a mind-blowing visual feast. Pair it with the bright tropical flowers, and you’ll get the idea of why it’s been one of my favourite places to visit since I started exploring Rajasthan. If ...read more »
5 Reasons Why Mexico Should Be On Your Bucket List
Where to start? It’s difficult to narrow it down to 5 reasons why Mexico should be on your bucket list. Whether you’re heading to Mexico on holiday or a 6 month backpacking adventure, there’s something here to suit everyone’s taste. Read on and find out why Mexico is one of the world’s top destinations... Balandra Beach ...read more »
5 U.S. National Park Sites You Need to Add to Your Bucket List
Even if you're not the most outdoorsy person these five U.S. National Park sites need to be on your bucket list. All of the National Parks have something special about them, which is why they are protected in the first place, right? So why visit these ones? Well let me tell you a little about ...read more »
Places to visit in Kolhapur – the city in pictures
Located merely 400 km from Mumbai, Kolhapur is a comfortable weekend destination from the financial capital of India. Being strgap for time, I often select the locations which are only a night's train journey away from my home. Frankly speaking, this was the primary reason why I decided to explore this city. It's only when ...read more »