Tenzin Chodon
Deep in Meghalaya’s forests, living root bridges grown by Khasi communities offer a fascinating example of nature and human ingenuity.
At Dashashwamedh Ghat, priests light lamps, chant prayers and perform the evening Ganga Aarti as crowds gather beside the river.
In winter, the Zanskar River freezes into an icy trail, letting trekkers walk through Ladakh’s dramatic, snow-covered mountain landscape.
Slow mountain trains wind through forests, valleys, and old tunnels, offering a charming way to experience India’s Himalayan and Nilgiri landscapes.
Kerala’s backwaters are best explored aboard a traditional kettuvallam, drifting past paddy fields, coconut palms, and quiet villages at leisure.
Stepwells like Rani ki Vav reveal incredible craftsmanship, taking visitors underground through carved pillars, sculptures and centuries of Indian history.
At the Golden Temple, volunteers serve free vegetarian meals to thousands daily, making langar one of India’s most moving communal experiences.
Elaborate makeup, colourful costumes, and expressive gestures bring ancient stories alive during a Kathakali performance in Kerala, where the tradition originated.