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Shutterstock : Udaipur City Palace and Lake Pichola
India

8 Best Weekend Getaways In India For September

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : Udaipur City Palace and Lake Pichola
India

8 Best Weekend Getaways In India For September

Tenzin Chodon

Backcountry Films : The Tons River flows through the Jaunsar-Bawar region of western Uttarakhand before joining the Yamuna near Kalsi
India

Tons River: Explore Uttarakhand’s Untamed White-Water Frontier

Vaibhav Kala

Deposit Photos : The Dasaswamedh Ghat near Kashi Vishwanath Temple
India

The Silence of The Ganges: Ghats, Banarasi Food, And The Grandeur Of Kashi

Monalisa Borkakoty

Shutterstock : Onapottan, a traditional folk figure who brings Onam blessings to homes
India

Onam 2026: Lesser-Known Onam Traditions That Are Still Followed In Kerala

Tenzin Chodon

Unsplash : Lonavala
India

8 Haunted Hill Stations In India With Chilling Legends

From misty forests to old colonial homes, these eight hill stations are known for eerie legends that add a spooky edge to their mountain charm.

Tenzin Chodon

Krishnan4079/Shutterstock : An abandoned temple at Osian
India

This Ancient Desert Town In Rajasthan Is Home To Centuries-Old Temples And Crowd-Free Dunes

Swap the crowds for Osian, Rajasthan's hidden desert town with ancient temples, golden dunes, cultural performances and unforgettable stargazing

Tenzin Chodon

indo_gallery/Shutterstock : The flag down ceremony at Wagah
India

9 Lesser-Known Places That Shaped India’s Freedom Struggle

India’s freedom struggle went far beyond the places we know today, with small towns and villages playing their own important part in the fight for independence

Tenzin Chodon

KARTHIKEYAN. M : Valparai
India

8 Underrated Places To Visit In Tamil Nadu

Skip the usual tourist spots and explore these quieter corners of Tamil Nadu, from misty hills and old forts to peaceful villages and beaches

Tenzin Chodon

Britannica : Resistance to British rule began decades before the Revolt of 1857, taking different forms across regions and communities
India

Long Before 1857, These Indigenous Communities Were Fighting British Rule

From the Santhals and Kols to the Paikas, Bhils and Khasis, communities across India challenged British expansion decades before 1857

Rooplekha Das

Shutterstock : The frozen Zanskar River on the iconic Chadar Trek in Ladakh
India

8 Unique Travel Experiences You Can Have Only In India

From Meghalaya’s living root bridges to Kerala’s backwaters, discover eight unique experiences in India that showcase its culture, history, and landscapes

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : Monsoon-soaked Darjeeling
India

9 Misty Hill Stations To Visit This Monsoon

When the monsoon arrives, India’s hill stations turn greener, quieter and wonderfully misty. Here are nine places to enjoy the rains at their best

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : Thiksey Monastery, Leh
India

7 Peaceful Monastery Towns In India For A Soulful Escape

Need a break from the rush of everyday life? These peaceful monastery towns across India are surrounded by stunning landscapes, rich Buddhist heritage, and plenty of reasons to slow down

Tenzin Chodon

Shubhangi Bajpai : The author at the beach
India

Puri Travel Diary: Walking Beside My Mother Through Odisha's Spiritual Heart

A last-minute train journey to Odisha unfolded into a memorable experience of temple visits, seaside walks, local food, and conversations that will last a lifetime

Shubhangi Bajpai

Unsplash (representational) : Mana Village, last village before Tibet
India

8 Hidden Villages In India To Visit Before They Become Tourist Hotspots

Skip the usual tourist trail and discover these beautiful villages across India that promise stunning landscapes, rich culture and unforgettable local experiences

Tenzin Chodon

Titas Sengupta/Shutterstock : This Independence Day weekend, trade Kolkatas familiar escapes for lesser-known destinations across West Bengal
India

6 Offbeat Weekend Getaways From Kolkata For A Quick Independence Day Break

From Mousuni Island to Jhargram, discover 6 lesser-known places near Kolkata for an easy Independence Day weekend escape

Rooplekha Das

Khoa Võ/Pexels : Here are 8 places to visit before monsoon ends
India

Before The Rains Bid Goodbye, Visit These 8 Places In India

Discover 8 stunning monsoon destinations in India to visit before the season ends, with lush landscapes, roaring waterfalls, misty hills, and lakes

Rooplekha Das

mrinalpal / Shutterstock : Lansdowne
India

Where To Go This Independence Day: 16 Easy Escapes From India's Metro Cities

Planning an Independence Day trip? Explore 16 easy getaways from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai for a memorable monsoon escape

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock  : A slower way to experience the Nilgiris
India

Why Kotagiri Is Emerging As The Nilgiris' Best Monsoon Escape

Escape the crowds this monsoon and explore Kotagiri's waterfalls, viewpoints, tea plantations, and colonial heritage in the Nilgiris

Rooplekha Das

Tripadvisor : Meghamalai is monsoon at its greenest
India

Why Meghamalai In Tamil Nadu Is The Monsoon Escape You Need This Season

Looking for an offbeat monsoon getaway? Meghamalai offers lush landscapes, rich biodiversity, and fewer crowds than the usual hill stations

Rooplekha Das

Shutterstock : Chitkul, the last village before the Indo-Tibet border
India

Explore India’s Edge: 9 Stunning Border Villages Every Traveller Should Visit

Discover nine incredible border villages across India, from Mana and Turtuk to Kibithoo and Dawki. Find the best time to visit, how to reach, permits required, and essential travel tips

Tenzin Chodon

Unsplash : Dzükou Valley
India

7 Best Places To Visit In Nagaland

From the misty meadows of Dzukou Valley to the headhunting legacy of Mon, here's your guide to Nagaland's most unforgettable destinations—where history, wildlife, and living traditions meet

Debarati Pal

Unsplash : From Goa to Coorg, explore seven monsoon-ready destinations in India perfect for remote work
India

These 7 Indian Destinations Are Perfect For A Monsoon Workation

Plan a productive monsoon workation with these seven Indian destinations featuring fast internet, peaceful stays, and lush landscapes

Rooplekha Das

Pranav Kukreja/Shutterstock : Mashobra offers a slower, greener way to experience the Himalayas
India

Mashobra Is the Peaceful Hill Town That Deserves A Spot On Your Travel List

Discover why Mashobra's protected landscapes, rich history, and slow pace make it one of Himachal Pradesh's most rewarding offbeat destinations

Rooplekha Das

Freepik : Nubra Valley
India

7 Places To Visit Instead If You Love The Valley Of Flowers

Love the Valley of Flowers but want something different? These destinations across India offer colourful blooms, peaceful landscapes, and equally rewarding nature experiences

Tenzin Chodon

Wikimedia Commons : The Rath Yatra at Puri
India

Rath Yatra 2026: 6 Best Things To Do In Puri

Witness the chariot procession, savour Mahaprasad, explore Konark and discover the cultural heart of Puri during Rath Yatra 2026

Debarati Pal

Unsplash : Ghats of Varanasi
India

7 Best Spiritual Destinations To Visit In India This Shravan

Celebrate this month of worship and devotion by visiting these 7 auspicious holy sites across India

Suramya

Shutterstock : Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
India

8 Spiritual Getaways In India To Truly Unwind

Need a break that isn't packed with sightseeing? These destinations invite you to slow down, embrace stillness, and reconnect with yourself at your own pace

Tenzin Chodon

AshLin/Wiki Commons : Diorama and wax figures of Nocte people at Jawaharlal Nehru Museum, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
India

Itanagar: The Land Of Surprises, Sudden Rains, Kiwis, And Great Potential

A missed trip to the Ziro Valley left me three days in Arunachal Pradesh’s capital, Itanagar. Here’s a guide to experiencing and understanding a place full of surprises and potential

Aanchal Poddar

MBL1/Shutterstock : Taking a parikrama of Mt Kailash
India

The Sacred Circuit Of Mount Kailash: A Guide To The 3-Day Parikrama

Why do thousands walk around, not up, Mount Kailash? Explore the spiritual and practical guide to the Kailash Parikrama

Rooplekha Das

Debmalya Das  : Dashabujha Durga Medho where young girls get dressed as Goddess Durga and perform on the streets
India

Did You Know About Puri's Eight-Century-Old Celebration Of Myth And Martial Arts?

Step into Puri's Sahi Jata, an 800-year-old cultural tradition blending martial arts, mythology, devotion and spectacular street performances

Debmalya Das

Shutterstock : A houseboat in Alappuzha backwaters reflects Tharoor’s evolving sense of home
India

From The Latest Issue: The Cartography Of Belonging

An Election campaign across Kerala becomes pilgrimage through culture, faith, and landscapes

Shashi Tharoor

Deposit Photos : Grace Muivah of Ngarum Coffee, which works with 35 growers across Nagaland and the Assam hills
India

From The Latest Issue: Between Two Brews

India’s coffee culture inhabits parallel worlds—one rooted in affordability, the other in craft. From Kolkata coffee houses to roasteries in Bengaluru, the cup has evolved, even as its social role remains intact

Raul Dias

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