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Meghalaya Tourism/Facebook : With more than 34 kilometres of explored passages (and still being mapped), the cave delivers a “lost world” vibe
India

Krem Liat Prah: A Deep Dive Into South Asia’s Longest Cave

OT Staff

Meghalaya Tourism/Facebook : With more than 34 kilometres of explored passages (and still being mapped), the cave delivers a “lost world” vibe
India

Krem Liat Prah: A Deep Dive Into South Asia’s Longest Cave

OT Staff

Shutterstock : City Palace and Pichola lake in Udaipur, Rajasthan
India

A Royal Summer Vacation In Udaipur: Where To Stay And What To Expect

Tenzin Chodon

Unsplash : From concerts and cinema to food festivals and art showcases, India’s metros are turning the weekend into a celebration of culture
India

Your Ultimate Weekend Guide 2026: Top Events In Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai & Bengaluru

OT Staff

Shutterstock : Aerial view of a coast
India

From The Latest Issue: These Offbeat Summer Escapes Redefine Travel In 2026

Anwesha Santra

Supplied : The author at Muruguma
India

Discovering Keonjhar And Muruguma During The Rains

From Odisha’s rain-soaked waterfalls to the misty hills and lakes of Muruguma in Purulia, these offbeat monsoon journeys reveal a quieter, greener side of eastern India beyond conventional tourist circuits

Nishi Pulugurtha

Shutterstock : Views from treks of Northeast India
India

10 Offbeat Places To Visit In The Northeast This Summer

Looking to skip the usual tourist trail this summer? These lesser-known destinations across Northeast India offer culture, landscapes, and experiences far from the crowds.

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : Theyyam
India

7 Cultural Places To Visit In Northern Kerala

From Theyyam shrines to ancient caves, these seven cultural hubs offer immersive, heritage-rich travel experiences in northern Kerala

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : About 140 kilometres from Port Blair, the uninhabited island rises out of open water as a stark geological outcrop
India

Sign Up For The Overnight Cruise To India’s Smouldering Island

A 143 km voyage from Port Blair leads into the Andaman Sea, where an overnight cruise brings you within sight of Barren Island, India’s only active volcano, rising sharply from the ocean with black lava slopes and occasional smoke from its crater

OT Staff

Shutterstock : Getaways during the monsoon season
India

8 Dreamy Monsoon Destinations In South India To Visit This Rainy Season

Planning a rainy-season getaway? Explore the best monsoon places in South India for lush landscapes, cool weather, waterfalls, and peaceful hill stations

Rooplekha Das

Deposit Photos : Ruins of Warangal Fort, Telangana
India

Warangal’s Temples, Ruins, And Everyday Lives Tell A Living Kakatiya Story

From Ramappa Temple and Warangal Fort to roadside conversations and layered rituals, this journey through Telangana explores how Kakatiya history survives not as frozen heritage, but as something continuously lived, reused and remembered

Ishika Ranjan

Subhabrata Biswas : Basgo’s 16th-century monasyery in Ladakh
India

As Temperatures Soar, Travellers Turn To Coolcations And Slower Travel

Scorching temperatures and relentless heatwaves are changing the way people travel. This summer, more holidaymakers are skipping overcrowded hotspots and choosing cooler destinations, slower journeys, and sustainable stays instead

OT Staff

Unsplash : Undiscovered escapes
India

8 Indian Hill Stations That Still Feel Undiscovered

Skip the crowds and discover India’s quieter hill stations, where misty valleys, pine forests, and untouched landscapes offer the perfect escape into nature

Rooplekha Das

Shutterstock : A breathtaking view of the Sissu Lake
India

Why Sissu Is Himachal Pradesh’s Most Peaceful Mountain Escape

Sissu in Lahaul Valley offers scenic trails, river views, stargazing, and culture—an easy yet rewarding escape beyond Manali

Rooplekha Das

soumen82hazra/Shutterstock : The colours of  Basanta Utsav light up faces in Shantiniketan
India

Tagore’s Bengal: Mapping The Living Legacy Of A Poet Who Still Speaks To The Present

Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti 2026 celebrates 165 years of a mind that reshaped Bengal’s art, music, and thought. His legacy is not confined to books—it lives in spaces across Bengal where his vision of openness and humanism still endures

OT Staff

Shutterstock : A woman at a concert (representational image)
India

Your Ultimate Weekend Guide 2026: Top Events In Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai & Bengaluru

Your ultimate guide to the most exciting April weekend events across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bengaluru—featuring concerts, food festivals, cultural shows, workshops and more to plan the perfect outing

OT Staff

Shutterstock : Chandratal Lake in the Lahaul and Spiti district
India

The Long Summer Escape: Hills, Valleys, And Quiet Towns In India

India’s summer opens up a different map—from high Himalayan valleys to misty hill towns and quiet forested slopes. These destinations offer cooler air, slower days, and landscapes that shift sharply once you leave the plains behind

OT Staff

Shutterstock : Travellers use micro escapes to step out of routine
India

How Micro Escapes Are Redefining Luxury Travel In India

Micro escapes are short breaks lasting a few days, designed to fit around busy lives. Instead of long holidays, people are taking quick trips or local stays that offer a change of pace, a bit of rest, and a break from routine without much planning

OT Staff

Mayur More/Unsplash : Bodh Gaya is a prominent pilgrimage destination
India

Buddha Purnima 2026: Journeys Through India’s Buddhist Heartlands

Buddha Purnima 2026 marks a day of pilgrimage across India, as Bodh Gaya, Sarnath and Dharamshala draw travellers into spaces shaped by enlightenment, first teachings and living monastic traditions, all unfolding under the full moon

OT Staff

Anju Narayanan : Author in front of Aayiram Jannal Veedu
India

The Gentle Temptations Of Karaikudi, A Town Of Grand Chettinad Mansions

From grand Chettinad mansions and antique markets to handloom sarees and fiery local cuisine, Karaikudi offers a layered travel experience rooted in history, craft, and culture—best explored slowly and with curiosity

Anju Narayanan

Wikimedia Commons : A serene hilltop in Himachal Pradesh
India

6 Hidden Himalayan Escapes In Himachal To Discover This May

Skip the usual hill stations and discover six offbeat places in Himachal Pradesh that are at their most beautiful in the month of May

Rooplekha Das

Ahmed Mir : The Khaba Fort, Jaisalmer
India

From Green To Gold: How Jaisalmer’s Desert Changed My View Of Nature

After a lifetime surrounded by green mountains, a journey to Jaisalmer reveals a different side of nature. In the desert’s golden silence, shifting light, and vast openness, beauty takes on a quieter, more expansive meaning

Ahmed Mir

Shutterstock : Cirrostratus clouds over the snow-clad Gangotri peaks, as seen from Chopta
India

5 Quiet Places Near Kedarnath And How To Experience Them

Beyond Kedarnath lies a quieter Himalaya of forests, lakes, meadows, and remote trails. This list covers 5 hidden places nearby and what you can actually see and do in each—perfect for nature, trekking, and offbeat mountain exploration

OT Staff

Shutterstock : Buddhist monks receiving alms during morning rounds
India

From The Latest Issue: How The Middle Path Shapes What Buddhists Eat

From the begging bowl to regional adaptations across Asia, Buddhist reflections on food reveal a nuanced approach to balance, desire, and ethical living

Pushpesh Pant

Shutterstock : Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in Mumbai
India

World Heritage Day: How Light And Atmosphere Redefine India’s Heritage After Sunset

Across India, heritage sites take on a different mood after sunset, as lighting and night views change how their architecture is seen, sometimes revealing detail and depth, and at other times overwhelming the original character of the monument

OT Staff

Shutterstock : Sujata Stupa, Bakraur
India

From The Latest Issue: The Journey Towards Nirvana

From the austerities of Dungeshwari to the intensity of Bodh Gaya to the grounds of Vaishali, a road journey through Bihar traces the Buddha’s life across real landscapes

Santosh Ojha

Shutterstock : Around Kasauli hills, Himachal Pradesh
India

April Getaways Across India: Hills, Culture, And Coast

April often opens up short breaks and travel windows, making it easier to step away for a while. Across India, the experience changes completely—from vibrant festivals in Punjab to calm hill stations and slower days by the coast in Goa

OT Staff

Shutterstock : The Nohkalikai Falls of Meghalaya in Cherrapunji
India

8 Hidden Waterfalls In India Worth The Trek

Explore some of the top hidden waterfalls that offer scenic treks through forests, valleys, and hills, combining raw natural beauty, adventure, and lesser-known landscapes worth the effort.

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : An aerial view of a fishing boat on Umngot
India

Beyond The Clouds: Through The Hidden Worlds Of Eastern India

A journey through Meghalaya’s landscapes, Kolkata's layered histories, and the quiet moments that redefine travel

Amal Chandra

Unsplash : Sikkims Gurudongmar Lake
India

8 Best Family Vacation Destinations In India For April 2026 Before The Summer Crowd Hits

Planning a family trip before the heat takes over? These 8 destinations across India bring together cool weather, scenic landscapes, great food, and experiences that work for every age

Anwesha Santra

Shutterstock : A statue of the bodhisattva Avalokitesvara at Udayagiri
India

From The Latest Issue: The Diamond Triangle: A Plunge Into Odisha's Buddhist Past

Walking through Ratnagiri, Udayagiri, and Lalitgiri uncovers the layered history of Odisha’s Buddhist past

Arijeet Palit

Shutterstock : The site houses ruins of Buddhist and Hindu shrines from the 3rd-4th century CE
India

From The Latest Issue: The Southern Sangha

Long ago, the Deccan and southern coast formed the heart of a Buddhist world of philosophers, merchants, and maritime monks

Anand Neelakantan

Photos: Sandipan Chatterjee : Buddha statue inside the Maha Bodhi Society
India

From The Latest Issue: Pali, Prayer, And City Streets

In Kolkata’s bylanes, Buddhist temples, Pali texts, and communities quietly sustain a rich heritage

Anuradha Sengupta

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