India Travel

India is shaped by a long and continuous civilisation — visible in its temples and townscapes, traditions, cuisines, faiths, arts and architecture.

This section gathers writing from journeys across different regions of the country, rooted in time spent on the ground and attention to context. The focus here is not only on where to go, but on how places are built and lived in — through architecture, food traditions, belief systems and local practice.

The posts range from reported features to field-based guides, and exploring cultures across India. The collection continues to expand, shaped by slow travel and sustained return.

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Pillayarpatti Karpaga Vinayagar Temple: A Pilgrimage to Tamil Nadu’s Ancient Cave Shrine

About 12 kilometres from Karaikudi in Tamil Nadu’s Chettinad region stands the ancient rock-cut shrine of Pillayarpatti Karpaga Vinayagar, a temple that has drawn devotees for over 1,600 years. We found ourselves heading there almost unexpectedly during a family road journey from Chennai to Rameswaram through southern Tamil Nadu. As we neared Karaikudi, all we

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Mysore Pak : An edible souvenir and a must-taste dessert of south-India

Mysore Pak is one of the edible souvenirs that a traveller to south-India could carry back home. Learn to make this delectable dessert with the help of my no-frills recipe through my DIY video on Flavours and Tones.

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Parvada Bungalows - One of the best stay options near Mukteshwar

Parvada Bungalows- An abode of love, warmth and serenity

Read about my trip to Parvada village, must-visit places in around Parvada, and Mukteshwar in Uttarakhand.Also, read my property review of Parvada Bungalows

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Hyderabad Itinerary: Offbeat Things to Do in the Twin Cities

Are you looking for a detailed Hyderabad itinerary? Wondering what to see beyond the obvious monuments and postcard landmarks? Or perhaps searching for offbeat things to do in the twin cities over a long weekend? Let me make it simpler. This detailed Hyderabad itinerary covers 2–3 days of sightseeing, food trails, heritage walks, lesser-known corners

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Jammu Mahotsav – A paean to the rich culture, heritage and art of Jammu region

One day, by chance, I was reading an article on Dogra culture and Dogra history, and coincidentally, an invite popped in my mailbox to attend the Jammu Mahotsav 2019. And, I wondered what witnessing this off-beat event would be like. Although I was interested in exploring the Dogra culture and its rich history in the

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Indian School of Hospitality (ISH) , Gurugram – A benchmark in hospitality education, tourism and culinary arts

Indian School of Hospitality(ISH) in Gurugram, India, is setting trends in the fields of hospitality and culinary arts education apart from the tourism sector, with its comprehensive curriculum and practical training methods. Here is an inside glimpse of the campus through my lens and words. Disclaimer: This is neither a sponsored post nor a press-release.

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