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Know the curator
Hey there, I’m Meenakshi!
I am the curator behind this blog called PolkaJunction, and I live in India. I am also an independent journalist.
On PolkaJunction, I bring you travel stories, and comprehensive travel guides, and itineraries, which I’ve carefully researched and written about. Mostly, the content revolves around traveling and all the interesting things that I encounter on my trips. This includes amazing buildings and their architecture, UNESCO Heritage sites, beautiful arts, quirky places that are super interesting, yummy vegetarian food, old traditions, and how people live their lives. I even share some fun adventures and ways we can make the world better. One of my favourite things is writing about people who are really into crafting things with their hands and collecting heirlooms.
If you want to know more about what I write and explore my blog even more, just click the READ MORE button. Let’s dive into some awesome stories together!
Dive into my journalistic tales, carefully crafted through in-depth research and reporting. These stories venture into the captivating worlds of science, culture, travel, and sustainability. You can find them in renowned publications such as National Geographic, The Guardian, BBC Travel, Smithsonian Magazine, NYTimes, TMagazine (Aus), Nature Medicine, National Geographic Traveller UK & India, The National UAE, South China Morning Post, Atlas Obscura, BBC Future, TripSavvy, and more.
Curious to explore my portfolio? Take a look at my bylines, featured articles, and the exciting brands I’ve partnered with, all listed below.
Features , bylines and collaborations

