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Many churches in India boast of a unique architecture

Christmas season: A tour of churches in India

India’s vibrant, layered architectural heritage includes a variety of churches. Australian author Joanne Taylor’s recent book, The Churches of India, is a delightful journey into the world of India’s churches across the country. And there’s no better season than the…

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In pics: Best places for a winter vacation with family

India doesn’t fall short of holiday seasons to take a short break. More so, in winters, vacation is what everyone looks forward to, to go out on a family holiday. If you are confused about the places to visit, here…

A baby Llama in Peru

In pics: Animal babies with an overload of cuteness

One of the reasons why mammals, including humans, care for their young ones during formative years is due to what scientists call the ‘cuteness’ factor. If you notice, an elephant, a lion or a gorilla baby looks cute and fuzzy…

View from the Dochula Pass at a height of 3100 metres looks captivating.View from the Dochula Pass at a height of 3100 metres looks captivating.

The best of Bhutan: Thimphu, Punakha and Paro

A beautiful mountainous country- Bhutan’s stunning natural landscapes, without a doubt, make this mountain kingdom a delight to visit. Its golden triangle – Thimphu, Paro and Punakha are ideally situated at almost equal distances and concentrated in the western area,…

Lenticular clouds over the Arctic sky look like a UFO sighting

In pics: Alien landscapes on Earth

Our planet is full of so many natural wonders that in some places you actually wonder if you walked through a worm hole in space and reached another dimension far away, into an Alien Planet. Within our Earth, there are…

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In pics: Grand celebrations during Mysuru Dasara

Mysuru is at its carnivalesque best during the 10-day ‘Dasara’ festival, falling in October this year. During this time the Mysore Palace is dramatically lit up every evening, while the city is transformed into a gigantic fairground, with concerts, dance…

Two Tuskers at the Kazinga Channel in Uganda

In pics: The giants of Africa

The African Elephant, one of the most graceful big creatures on Earth, is the largest living land animal. These mammals generally live in families headed by a matriarch (largest female elephant in the herd) and have very strong social structures…

Kaifeng is a historical city known for its Iron Pagoda

In pics: Henan, the cradle of Chinese civilisation

Henan, home to many Unesco world heritage sites and incredible landscapes is also known as the cradle of Chinese civilisation. It is indeed a place believed to be the birthplace of the essence of Chinese culture: Kung Fu, Tai-Chi, Acrobatics,…

A lioness going for the kill in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda

Set on an adventure to see the ‘Lion King’ in Africa

There is nothing that stirs both fear and awe in us quite like the thought of coming face to face with the king of the jungle – the African Lion. This majestic creature is now well set in popular culture…

The misty mountains of Naldehra are a temptation for any traveller

In Pics: A misty holiday in the hills of Himachal

Holidaying in the hills is an experience unmatched and better still in the monsoons. The mighty, misty mountains make one forget all worries and transport you into a world of solitude. Naldehra is a remote town tucked away from the…

Golden Pagoda during night

Life at Arunachal Pradesh’s Golden Pagoda: Photo Story

The sun rises over the Patkai Hills in Arunachal Pradesh, aptly conferred with the sobriquet ‘the land of dawn lit mountains’, as early as 4:30 in the morning. And so does Milanta, the thirteen year old nun who stays at…

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14 not-to-miss beach destinations along the Indian coastline

The increasing heat in the air is reason enough for you to step out for a holiday. And what better than a breezy beach vacation! Blessed with a long coastline, India is home to a wide number of beaches, so…

The Beatles stayed in Rishikesh in the late 1960s

The charm of Rishikesh: Beatles Ashram

Just south of Swarg Ashram is what’s left of the original Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram, where the Beatles stayed in 1968 and apparently wrote much of the White Album.  A few year back, the Forest Department reclaimed it from the…

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In pics: Religious tour of Puducherry

The union territory of Puducherry (fondly as ‘Pondy’) was under French rule until 1954. Thus its vibe is: less faded colonial-era ville, more bohemian-chic, New Age–meets–Old World hang-out on the international travel trail. One can discover a mix of various…

The colourful lights festival in Sharjah

In Pics: The colourful light festival of Sharjah

While there are several reasons to explore the seven emirates of the UAE, the light festival in Sharjah has its own charm in the month of February as it attracts tourists like nothing else. Continuing over a period of eleven…

A travelling couple falls in love daily

Life journey of a travelling Indian couple

We have all heard of the stages of life. Then how about stages of travel for a couple, more specifically an Indian couple without kids, as is the fast growing trend now! These 5 travel stages can broadly be: Falling…

A boat ride on the shimmering Lake Pichola will surely be memorable

In Pics: A short trip to Udaipur

Situated amidst the ancient mountains called the Aravalli Range, Udaipur is fondly known as the ‘City of Lakes’ and has five main lakes which include the Fateh Sagar Lake, Lake Pichola, Swaroop Sagar Lake, Rangsagar and Doodh Talai Lake. The city of Udaipur…

Psychedelic artwork at the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival

In Pics: The colourful Kala Ghoda Arts Festival

The annual Kala Ghoda Arts Festival is back in South Bombay from 2nd to 10th February, so don’t miss it if you are in the city. This is the artsy side of the business hub of India and the colourful…

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In pics: Heavy snowfall paints Mussoorie white

This cold season has brought the town of Mussoorie to a standstill as it recently experienced season’s heaviest snowfall. The entire city is covered in a sheet of white. For those who are fond of snow, here we have a few…

The carvings on the temples in Khajuraho are amazing

The fascinating temples of Khajuraho

The carvings that swathe Khajuraho’s three groups of World Heritage–listed temples are among the finest temple art in the world. The Western Group of temples, in particular, contains some stunning sculptures. Legend has it that Khajuraho was founded by Chardravarman,…

Uluru monolith- the iconic symbol of Australia

The great Australian Outbacks

When most of us plan a trip down under, we just don’t look beyond the east coast – Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast & the rest. But what we miss in turn is one of the most desolate and beautiful places…

Mickey & Minnie followed by Disney fans

Feel like a kid at Disneyland this Christmas

It’s nearly Christmas time and there can be no better way to celebrate it than at Hong Kong’s Disneyland where you can be a child all over again. Here’s your chance to be allowed to stand in line for Santa’s…

Jodhpur is aptly called the 'Blue City'

In pics: The best of Jodhpur

Jodhpur is one of the cities in Rajasthan in which a mighty fort and the blue rooftops captivate a traveller’s sight. Mighty Mehrangarh, the muscular fort that towers over the Blue City of Jodhpur, is a magnificent spectacle and an…

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In Pics: Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh

Whitewashed desert mountain valley landscapes meander endlessly and then you come across a tiny village with a sign that proudly proclaims (Population: Humans: 35; Animals: 75) and you know you are at a place virtually untouched by time. Beautiful mountains…

The Earth belching in New Zealand

New Zealand– the land of fire & ice

New Zealand is a land of contrast. It sits on one of the most seismically active parts of the planet, with all the fiery volcanoes & earthquakes, and on the other hand it has breath-taking mountains covered with snow and…

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