Bijapur, Karnataka: A Photo Essay
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A First Timer’s Guide to Udaipur, Rajasthan
A constant itch for a long drive turned into a road trip plan after we came across photos of Udaipur. Having taken road trips earlier, the 850 odd km drive did not seem unattainable. A couple of days later after having the car thoroughly checked and bookings done, my husband and I set out for the long drive that had eluded us. After the initial arguing … Continue reading A First Timer’s Guide to Udaipur, Rajasthan
Chittorgarh: A Photo Essay
The abundance of history in Rajasthan is overwhelming. There are stories of bravery and sacrifice in every part of the state. A two hour drive from Udaipur is one such place – Chittorgarh, a World Heritage Site. Only read about in history text books and wiki pages, the massiveness of the Fort leaves you in awe. Spread across approx 700 acres of land, it is the … Continue reading Chittorgarh: A Photo Essay
Udaipur: A Photo Essay
Deciding our next road trip destination is always a task. This time we made it simple by eliminating Goa from the list 😉 With just a week in hand, we headed to Udaipur to soak in the grandeur of the Mewar dynasty. A historically and culturally rich capital of the Mewar Kingdom, Udaipur is named after Maharana Udai Singh who founded this city. A known photographers … Continue reading Udaipur: A Photo Essay
Tiger Tiger, Burning Bright: Encounter in Bandhavgarh
It was summertime. The temperature was hovering between 25 degrees to 30 degree Celsius. The roads were scorched and the trees parched. Water in our bottles was depleting in quick succession. We were yet to get lucky. In Magadi, the buffer zone of Bandhavgarh National Park, tiger sightings were rare and our expectations low. Mid way in the jungle safari, our driver who doubled up as a guide … Continue reading Tiger Tiger, Burning Bright: Encounter in Bandhavgarh
Weekend Getaway – Kundalika Rafting
Planning for a weekend is one of the biggest headaches! With a plethora of options available, I always end up getting confused and spending Sunday lazying at home. The summer has come to an end and one of the many outdoor activities is White Water Rafting. I got hooked to rafting in the year 2006, in Dandeli, Karnataka. Since then I have a list made … Continue reading Weekend Getaway – Kundalika Rafting
The Mystifying Land of Ladakh
Ever wondered how heaven looks like? Take a trip to Ladakh to get your answers! Situated in the northern most state of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh has a strong military presence due to its proximity to Pakistan and China Borders. A strong Buddhist influence is visible through the culture, food, people and architecture. The district capital of Leh acts as a base town for numerous … Continue reading The Mystifying Land of Ladakh
Bijapur – Eat Fest
Bijapur is still quite the small town even with its many tourist attractions. In my 2 day stay, I did not come across any fancy restaurants but had the best South Indian food ever! Here are my top 3 picks: 1) Mysore Lodge and Restaurant Don’t go by the looks, seriously. It is located in a seemingly under-construction building @ the bustling Gandhi Chowk … Continue reading Bijapur – Eat Fest
Journey to the centre of India: Nagpur
Ever since I knew I was travelling to Nagpur to attend a friend’s wedding, I had started searching for activities and places for my free time. I googled and googled until a small tiny mention in the wiki page caught my eye. Zero Milestone. Every city has a zero milestone. It is the centre point of the city. The GPO is usually considered as … Continue reading Journey to the centre of India: Nagpur
The Twin-Town Journey
The Destination Selection: Hey guys! This is our (me n my wife) Bijapur (Katnataka, India) chronicle. Aaaaand, I have been given the honour to present it to you. A journey very well conceived, researched and executed purely by her………am still stunned……at wits if you will……that she selected Bijapur as I would have never thought of it as one of my choicest destinations to visit. Having … Continue reading The Twin-Town Journey
Tugging My Luggage 