Downhill from the mighty Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, there is a delicate marble monument, commonly known as the Taj Mahal of Marwar; a milky white structure that stands ethereal against the backdrop of the bright Rajasthani sky. It is a most fascinating structure, with its array of fanciful domes, intricate carvings, and quaint fusion of ...read more »
Junagadh is not big on the tourist map compared to other destinations in the state of Gujarat, but the city does have a few tricks up its sleeves that make it worth visiting. To be completely transparent, my primary reason for visiting Junagadh was to see the architectural wonder of the Mahabat Maqbara. The beautiful structure ...read more »
In spite of a plethora of female travel bloggers writing encouraging posts on solo travel, many women still dread the prospect of going for a trip alone. We girls tend to focus on all the things that could go wrong during such trips (and that’s not without reason), but the actual benefits of taking solo ...read more »
With imposing architecture, rich history and intriguing legends in tow, the Shaniwar Wada fort is undoubtedly a centerpiece in Pune where sightseeing is concerned. That's why it was not hard for me to decide where to start my Pune tour when I finally visited the city after years of procrastination. Located within a short ride ...read more »
Located in the Wanwrie suburb of Pune, Shinde Chhatri cenotaph is often overlooked by tourists and, judging from the response I'm getting in the social media, by locals as well. However, it's one of the most beautiful and exquisitely unique buildings you can lay your eyes upon when visiting Pune. The complex was built in ...read more »
The vibrant state of Gujarat is dotted with architectural marvels, which make it one of the most rewarding tourist destinations in India. From age-old stepwells to opulent palaces, splendid mosques and mighty forts, India's westernmost state has it all. The list of Gujarat best places has a plethora of options for those deeply interested in beautiful ...read more »
In the heart of the ancient city of Junagadh rises Mahabat Maqbara, one of the most intriguing structures I’ve ever encountered. The moment I saw the photo of it somewhere on the net, I felt an instant urge to see this architectural oddity with my own eyes. A wild fusion of different styles, it’s an ...read more »
Although Adi Kadi Vav lacks an imposing grandeur and intricacy of other stepwells in Gujarat (Rani ki Vav and Adalaj Stepwell to name a couple), the structure is remarkable in its own way. It is believed to be one of the earliest stepwells in India, though none of the sources states explicitly which century it ...read more »
