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Queen of Treasures

Eco-friendly travel, environment, foreign affairs, mental health, cultural narratives. Green Life Lover, Journalist, Writer, Author, Podcaster, Videographer, Photographer

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Author: Ambica Gulati

I pen true stories that touch hearts and open minds. I wear many hats: reporter, writer, editor, designer, videographer, photographer, blogger, podcaster. For 25 years, I've crafted impactful stories for well-known magazines in India such as Swagat, Outlook Traveller, Life Positive, and more. From tabloids to coffee table books, I love creating content that engages, educates and inspires. Every word, every image on my website, queenoftreasures.com, tells a unique story that I put my heart and soul into. My philosophy: When you flow like water, every rock is penetrable. Writing is serendipity.
DHAULADHAR MOUNTAIN RANGE, Himalayas, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India
Travel

Echoes of Xanadu in India’s Dreamlike Destinations

Explore the fascinating parallels between Coleridge’s dreamlike Xanadu and the captivating landscapes, ancient history, and hidden paradises found across India. Discover a real-world echo of myth and beauty. Continue reading Echoes of Xanadu in India’s Dreamlike Destinations

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 28, 2025July 16, 202535 Comments
Black Bucks, a protected species in India
Environment, Photography

Ethical Wildlife Photography: Conservation Through Camera

Explore the crucial principles of ethical wildlife photography. Learn how to capture stunning images responsibly, prioritize animal welfare, and use your lens for conservation and awareness.

Continue reading Ethical Wildlife Photography: Conservation Through Camera

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 26, 2025April 23, 20254 Comments
Coming from the villages across Madhya Pradesh, they sit in the market square for lunch, waiting for the living temple of Shiva in Khajuraho to open its doors, India
Mental Health, Photography, Sustainable Living, Travel

India Village Travel Photography: A Humbling Experience

More than just images: this blog post unveils the humbling realities and unexpected beauty of India’s villages, captured through a photographer’s journey beyond the tourist trail. Continue reading India Village Travel Photography: A Humbling Experience

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 25, 2025April 24, 20256 Comments
Bhagirathi flowing through Uttarkashi, photo: Ankit Bisht on Pexels
Travel

Uttarkashi: Where the Ganga’s Sacred Journey Begins

Discover the spiritual and scenic beauty of Uttarkashi, where the sacred Bhagirathi River flows through ancient temples and Himalayan landscapes. From the legendary Vishwanath Temple to the breathtaking journey to Gangotri, experience the myths, adventure, and serenity of this divine town. Continue reading Uttarkashi: Where the Ganga’s Sacred Journey Begins

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 24, 2025July 21, 202537 Comments
True Story of a Writer, a Philosopher and a Shape-Shifter By Paul Zacharia
Books

Book Review: True Story of a Writer, a Philosopher and a Shape-Shifter By Paul Zacharia

Uncover the eccentric tale of a writer, philosopher, and shape-shifter in Paul Zacharia’s unique novel. This review analyzes the plot, themes, and the author’s engaging and humorous prose. Continue reading Book Review: True Story of a Writer, a Philosopher and a Shape-Shifter By Paul Zacharia

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 23, 2025April 23, 20252 Comments
Sri Venkateswara temple, Tirumala, Tirupati, Andhra Pradehs, India, photo By Nikhilb239 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0
Travel

Tirupati to Srikalahasti: A Tale of Two Pilgrimages

Embark on a spiritual journey from the bustling Tirupati Temple, home of the famous laddu and Lord Venkateswara, to the mystical Srikalahasti Temple, where Lord Shiva’s Vayulinga whispers through ancient stones. Discover legends, history, and personal reflections on this pilgrimage of contrasts in South India. Continue reading Tirupati to Srikalahasti: A Tale of Two Pilgrimages

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 23, 2025April 23, 20253 Comments
Lifestyle, Mental Health

Scam Protection: Phishing, Smishing, Quishing, Vishing

Learn how to protect yourself from online scams like phishing, smishing (SMS), vishing (voice), and the new QR code quishing threat. Get actionable tips to stay safe and avoid becoming a victim.
Continue reading Scam Protection: Phishing, Smishing, Quishing, Vishing

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 22, 2025April 22, 20254 Comments
The sun shines on Ganga, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India, Image by Maxime David from Pixabay
Travel

Rishikesh: My First Meeting With Shiva & Ganga

Relive my first, slightly awkward yet transformative trip to Rishikesh in 2000. Discover the magic of the Ganga, the serenity of the ashrams, and the beginning of a lifelong love for travel and the Nature. Continue reading Rishikesh: My First Meeting With Shiva & Ganga

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 21, 2025June 16, 202551 Comments
Women and children in their wooden homes, Sarchi, Himachal Pradesh, India
Photography, Travel

Quintessential India: My Travel Photography Collection

Discover India’s heart through travel photography. Experience the beauty beyond city life and see the unique moments that define this incredible nation Continue reading Quintessential India: My Travel Photography Collection

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 19, 2025June 23, 202543 Comments
Pigeons in Srinagar, Kashmir, India
Environment

Urban Pigeon Menace: Health Risks & Feeding Issues

Learn about the urban pigeon problem. Health risks, droppings problems, and the documentary ‘Mercy Feeding’. Find out what experts say about feeding birds in cities. Continue reading Urban Pigeon Menace: Health Risks & Feeding Issues

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 18, 2025June 10, 202540 Comments
Waterfowls at Haiderpur Wetlands, Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, India
Environment

Ornithology: The Joy of Birdwatching & Conservation

Follow Ashish Loya’s remarkable path from a career in New York to becoming a key figure in the birding community and conservation at the Haiderpur Wetlands in India. Continue reading Ornithology: The Joy of Birdwatching & Conservation

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 17, 2025June 30, 202537 Comments
Gulmohar tree in bloom, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Environment, Travel

Noida Biodiversity: A Nature Lover’s Observations

From vibrant spring blooms to the impact of habitat loss, a nature lover shares their observations of Noida’s biodiversity, highlighting both its beauty and fragility. Continue reading Noida Biodiversity: A Nature Lover’s Observations

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiApril 16, 2025April 16, 20256 Comments

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