Stories of heritage, architecture, landscapes and the histories embedded in places.
A gateway to Northeast India, Assam mesmerizes with silk handlooms, green gardens and Ahom heritage Continue reading Assam Awaits: Explore the World of Ahoms, Exquisite Weaves, Butterflies
Explore Shivneri Fort, the birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj! Hike the scenic Western Ghats, delve into Maratha history, and witness nature’s splendour. Continue reading Shivneri Fort: An Epic Hike to Shivaji Maharaj’s Birthplace
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
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
Ready to feed your soul? Explore the power of a green getaway and the art of the digital detox. A guide to eco-travel rituals—from painting to photography—that help you reconnect with nature’s ‘sound and motion’ and find inner peace. Continue reading Fairytale Destinations for Slow Holidays
Looking for a digital detox for the soul? Discover 6 spiritual experiences in Vrindavan that offer a true sanctuary of peace. Explore the heritage, rituals, and mindful habits of India’s most vibrant center of faith and ‘little treasures’. Continue reading 6 Spiritual Experiences in Vrindavan
Stop buying clutter; start sharing stories. My souvenir and gifting ideas focus on heritage, ‘analog’ treasures. Discover how to choose meaningful gifts that bring a sense of sanctuary and ‘little treasures’ to those you love. Continue reading Tokens of Travel: A Curator’s Guide to Meaningful Gifting
Discover a ‘sanctuary’ of spirit. Explore the Norbulingka Institute in Dharamshala, where the heritage of Tibet lives on through ancient arts and culture. A journey into the beauty of thangka painting and the sovereign resilience of a culture in exile. Continue reading Discovering Tibet at Norbulingka Institute, Dharamshala
