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

This Chef Combines Zero-waste Cooking With Indigenous Flavours To Honour Meghalaya's Forgotten Foods

At A’Origins, chef Ahmedaki Laloo blends four years of hospitality training with Meghalaya’s heritage, crafting zero-waste, story-rich dishes from foraged mushrooms, Lakadong turmeric, and smoked meats, uniting tradition with modern fine dining

Nishtha Pandey

This Mumbai-Based Artist Is Archiving India's Indigenous Tattoos

Mumbai-based tattoo artist Shomil Shah's India Ink Archive aims to document and make accessible what remains of this ancient art form

Mallika Bhagat

Stories Of Ainu Women, Japan's Indigenous Community Keeping Fading Traditions Alive

Deep within Hokkaido, the women of the indigenous Ainu community keep the fading traditions alive

Archana Singh

Reviving Tradition: How Indian Designers Are Saving Indigenous Textiles From Fast Fashion

With Indigenous textiles facing the wrath of fast fashion and climate change, Indian designers are rallying to revive and preserve these precious weaves

Anuradha Sengupta

International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples 2024: The Tattooed Headhunters Of Nagaland

On International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, read a journey through the Konyak villages of Nagaland in search of the last of the tattooed headhunters

Hoshner Reporter

International Day Of The World's Indigenous Peoples: In Odisha, A Festival Showcases The Bounty Of The Adivasi

Across the world, indigenous festivals are showcasing ancient culinary traditions. On International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples 2024, here's a narrative on a festival held in the heart of Kondh Adivasi territory in Odisha

Anuradha Sengupta

International Day Of The World's Indigenous Peoples: The Women Behind Mi-Ramew Cafes In Meghalaya

On the occasion of the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, we bring you the story of Mei-Ramew cafes in Meghalaya, where women are leading the way in showcasing traditional indigenous cuisine

Anissa Lamare

International Day Of The World's Indigenous Peoples: How To Connect With Indigenous Cultures When You Travel

From visiting the tribal homelands in remote areas to sharing their meals, to attending festivals, this International Day Of The World's Indigenous Peoples, here are some ways to learn about the diversity of indigenous cultures of India

Piyali Sen

OT Interview: Chef Radhika Khandelwal's Quest For Rare Indigenous Ingredients

On the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples we take a look at Khandelwal's approach which fuses nostalgia with modern gastronomy, sourcing rare finds nationwide and introducing them innovatively on her menu

Arunima Mazumdar

Kurinji Festival: Celebrating Lost Flavours & Indigenous Wisdom

Kurinji festival offers a taste of rare hill cuisine from India's Western Ghats, reviving forgotten flavors with a modern twist

Neeti Jaychander

Australia Diaries: An Indigenous Celebration In The Heart Of Perth

A trip to Western Australia is an eye-opening introduction to the country's history and the beliefs of its Aboriginal people

Aatish Nath

Australia's Fraser Island Officially Renamed "Kgari" To Honour Indigenous Heritage

The renaming of the island as "Kgari" is a tribute to its original custodians, the Butchulla people, who have nurtured this sacred land for countless generations

KartikeyaShankar

'Wherever Indigenous Peoples Live, Forests, Groves And Mangroves Are Respected'

Outlook Traveller talks to Yon Fernndez-de-Larrinoa, head of the Indigenous Peoples Unit of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

Deepanwita

Kashmirs Indigenous Bakeries

These bakers have been at it for generations, perfecting their recipes and techniques.

OT Staff

Visit Arunachal Pradesh For These Indigenous Festivals

Both geography and culture of Arunachal Pradesh makes it one of the most vibrant states in India

Precious Kamei

8 Places In Australia To Experience The Wilderness Without The Crowds

Want to see a wilder side of Australia? These eight destinations offer incredible wilderness, unique wildlife, and dramatic landscapes far from the usual tourist trail

Tenzin Chodon

Hornbill Festival 2026: 7 Best Things To Do In Nagaland

The Hornbill Festival 2026 brings Nagaland’s tribes together through music, food, dance, and traditions. Here are seven experiences to make your visit memorable

Tenzin Chodon

7 Cultural Festivals In India Worth Planning A Trip Around

Explore seven vibrant Indian festivals celebrating folk traditions, music, rituals, food and indigenous culture from Ladakh to Kerala

Rooplekha Das

8 Emerging Travel Hotspots In India To Add To Your Bucket List

From the Himalayas and Northeast to the Konkan Coast and Tamil Nadu, discover 8 of India’s most promising new travel hotspots

Rooplekha Das

10 Most Colourful Places In Mexico For Stunning Photographs

From rainbow-coloured towns to turquoise lagoons, these destinations show why Mexico is one of the world's most photogenic countries.

Tenzin Chodon

7 Underwater Sculptures Transforming The Ocean Floor Around The World

Explore stunning underwater sculptures that are transforming ocean floors into living galleries while supporting coral growth and marine biodiversity

Rooplekha Das

Central Government Plans 51 New Cruise Circuits Across 14 States And Three Union Territories By 2027

The announcement comes after a notable growth in the number of river cruise voyages on national waterways from 2023-24 to 2024-25

OT Staff

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

Mysuru Dasara 2026: 9 Things To See Before The Palace Lights Up

Mysuru gets busy after sunset during Dasara, but there is plenty to see before the palace lights up. Here are nice easy daytime stops

Tenzin Chodon

8 Places In India That Look Like They Were Painted By Nature

Discover 8 places in India where mountains, lakes, deserts, forests, and tea gardens come together to create landscapes that look like art

Rooplekha Das

9 Best Hotels In India For Stargazing

Stay at India’s best stargazing spots, where remote, high-altitude locations offer clear Milky Way views and immersive astronomy experiences away from city light pollution.

Tenzin Chodon

Top 10 Art Galleries In India

Here are the top 10 art galleries in India showcasing the Indian art scene that thrives beyond metros, with galleries like Jaipur’s Jawahar Kala Kendra and Goa Chitra Museum showcasing modern, folk, and contemporary works

OT Staff

8 Travel Trends That Dominated 2025 And Changed How The World Travels

From AI-led planning and sustainable stays to wellness retreats and rooted travel, these eight trends defined how people travelled in 2025, reshaping habits, priorities and the meaning of modern journeys

OT Staff

The Bombay Canteen Wins Best Indian Restaurant Award At World Culinary Awards

In under a decade, The Bombay Canteen has become a symbol of India’s evolving food landscape, earning global recognition for its creative reinterpretation of Indian cuisine and its dedication to sustainability

OT Staff

8 Unique Wildlife Experiences In Northeast India

Explore 8 unique wildlife experiences in the north east, from red pandas and hoolock gibbons to one-horned rhinos and clouded leopards. These unique experiences reveal the region's rich biodiversity and rare species

Waquar Habib

Born To Run

OT Staff