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I travel to listen—to landscapes, forgotten histories, and the stories embedded in streets, forests, and kitchens. Travel narratives, place-based essays, and visual storytelling rooted in culture, memory, and observation. I am all for cultural travel, heritage walks, and quiet towns where the past refuses to stay silent.
Beyond the stories, I share practical travel guides, responsible tourism tips, and stunning photography to help you discover hidden gems and cultural wonders across India and beyond.

Dawn at Arabian Sea, Kohinoor Samudra Beach Resort, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, India
Heritage & Stories

Untouched Konkan: Beautiful Encounters in Ratnagiri

Healing the inner child at Magic Garden, catching a glimpse of life in a Konkan village, delving into the literary legacy of poet Keshavsut, and reliving the regal past at Ratnadurg, Ratnagiri was a tapestry of colourful experiences Continue reading Untouched Konkan: Beautiful Encounters in Ratnagiri

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiOctober 12, 2023February 1, 202652 Comments
The grandeur of Chaitya Griha begins with sculptures on the verandah walls, Karla Caves, Lonavla, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Heritage & Stories

Karla Caves: Marvels of Ancient Indian Rock-Cut Architecture

From the grandeur of the Chaitya Griha to the tranquil viharas and the transition into a temple complex, the Karla Caves offer a transcendental experience Continue reading Karla Caves: Marvels of Ancient Indian Rock-Cut Architecture

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiOctober 10, 2023February 1, 202629 Comments
Beautiful Chandelier at Dagdusheth Halwai Sarvajanik Ganpati Pandal, Budhwar Peth, Pune, Maharashtra. India
Heritage & Stories

Ganesha Chaturthi Trail from Pune to Ratnagiri

Maharashtra celebrates the birthday of the elephant-headed God with fervour and grandeur. Amid the pomp and show, we walked around the ‘manache pandals’ in Pune, drove to the Ganapatipule temple on the konkan coast and savoured puranpolis in the quaint village of Pawas in Ratnagiri Continue reading Ganesha Chaturthi Trail from Pune to Ratnagiri

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiOctober 9, 2023February 1, 202627 Comments
Vendors selling panipuri on the streets of Guwahati, Assam, India
Heritage & Stories

Sweet, Spicy, Tangy: Exploring Panipuri Variations in India

If you are an Indian, then this little fried wheat/semolina ball filled with different kinds of sweet and spicy water, along with chutneys is bound to be on your list of anytime snacks. If you are visiting India, then it has to be your list of must-try street foods in India Continue reading Sweet, Spicy, Tangy: Exploring Panipuri Variations in India

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiSeptember 2, 2023February 1, 202630 Comments
Lodge at Wah, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, india
Eco-Travel & Nature

Sustainable Homestay Travel: A Greener Alternative to Traditional Tourism

Homestays offer a unique holiday experience, especially if you are going to an off-beat location. Far from the crowd, closer to nature, homestays epitomise sustainable travel and local culture Continue reading Sustainable Homestay Travel: A Greener Alternative to Traditional Tourism

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiAugust 31, 2023February 1, 202615 Comments
Locals welcome with golden milk, that is made of famous Lakadong turmeric, Meghalayan Age 2020 festival, Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya, India
Eco-Travel & Nature

Mesmerised by Nature’s Green Grandeur in Majestic Meghalaya

A visit to Meghalaya is an eye opener on why we need to preserve the green life. Meghalaya is the land of pineapples, flowing waterfalls, crystal clear lakes, unique flora and indigenous culture Continue reading Mesmerised by Nature’s Green Grandeur in Majestic Meghalaya

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiAugust 26, 2023February 1, 202655 Comments
Flock at Mangalajodi, Chilika Lake, Odisha, India
Eco-Travel & Nature

A Dive into Chilika Lake’s Ecosystem and Conservation Efforts

Explore Asia’s largest lagoon. My dive into Chilika Lake’s ecosystem reveals a delicate balance of heritage and conservation. An eco-travel guide to protecting India’s natural treasures and understanding global perspectives on biodiversity. Continue reading A Dive into Chilika Lake’s Ecosystem and Conservation Efforts

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiJune 22, 2023February 1, 202649 Comments
Beautiuk Ladakh, India
Eco-Travel & Nature

Sustainable Tourism Practices in Ladakh

A journey into the heart of the Himalayas. My trip to Ladakh reveals the global perspective of surviving harsh terrains and the real impact of climate change. Discover how sustainable tourism is protecting this exotic ‘heritage’ and boosting the local economy. Continue reading Sustainable Tourism Practices in Ladakh

Unknown's avatarAmbica GulatiJune 16, 2023February 1, 202645 Comments

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Book cover of Salman Khan The Sultan of Bollywood by Mohar Basu

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Ambica after riding in a vintage White Fiat, Goa Vintage Bike and Car Rally, India

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Car Trails: Old Engines, New Dreams

Decorated door, Nandurbar district, Maharashatra, India
Spotted deer, Amangarh Forest Reserve, Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, India
A pair of spotted owlets at Surajpur Bird Sanctuary, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, photo by Ambica Gulati
Selling flowers for puja, Gauri Shankar mandir, Raigarh, India
Exclusive residence, The Havelis, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India

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