Empress of the Taj: In Search of Mumtaz Mahal by Timeri N. Murari
Set in the 1980s, this book is a perfect blend of travel and history. It retraces the life of Mumtaz Mahal, whose love drove Shah Jahan to erect the magnificent…
Set in the 1980s, this book is a perfect blend of travel and history. It retraces the life of Mumtaz Mahal, whose love drove Shah Jahan to erect the magnificent…
The Story of Indian Magic by John Zubrzycki The book is much more than an enchanting history of magic rituals in India. It brings to life the most interesting stories…
The secret world of spies has always intrigued me. And if the spies are women, it adds an extra layer of interest. Lydia Dean Pilcher's 2019 film 'A Call to…
While we try to think up new and innovative ways to be sustainable, it is a good idea to look into the ways that indigenous people have been following for…
Ladakh has been quintessentially a summer destination. The mild climate during the summer months (mid-May to mid-Sep) allows the visitors to explore the region without having to deal with the…
Apart from a ride on a thatched houseboat, Kerala holds many secrets within its backwaters that you need to only open your eyes to see. There is a living heritage…
There is no shortage of tourist attractions in Kolkata that showcase its colonial heritage. Established in 1690 by combining the three villages of Sutanuti, Gobindapur, and Kalikata bought by Job…
There is no shortage of places to eat in Fort Kochi and you will never be in want of delicious treats here. Some of my best memories of food in Kochi are…
Land and Landscape Imagine yourself surrounded by aquamarine waters of the Indian Ocean, lazing around on powdery soft sandy beaches with gently swaying coconut palms keeping you company. Now imagine…
Land and Landscape Bhutan, also called Land of the Thunder Dragon, is a tiny landlocked country sandwiched between India and China nestled deep in the eastern Himalayas. Impressive monasteries perched…