A walk-through the Doge’s Palace in Venice

The courtyard of Doge's palace

There is enough written about Venice – the romantic spirit of the city, the gondolas and the bridges, the Venice Film Festival, and so on. My visit to Venice was included a lot of these and hence, I am not going to really dwell on these right now. While I may decide to add a … Read more

Behold the Rose Red Walls of Petra

Spectacular culmination of the Siq to the Treasury.

Imagine to have found a lost city. Imagine if you were roaming around with a different mission and along the way, you see a small opening through which you squeeze yourself in and then – You blink and rub your eyes to see what stands in front of you. Pinch yourself to believe it – … Read more

The ultimate travel guide for visiting Shekhawati havelis: Itinerary planning tips, stays & places to visit

Check out my Shekhawati travel guide with tips to plan a trip here

They are known as Rajasthan’s painted towns Glamorous havelis and ornate cenotaphs fill their grounds. Their residents might have forgotten their locked doors But even today the beauty of these Shekhawati havelis scores. Let’s rediscover the gorgeous fresco-covered mansions and the other places to visit in Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. Discover the best towns to … Read more

The Bet Dwarka Story – a mystical mix of fact & fiction

Getting to Bet Dwarka by a ferry from Okha

“It is not just a myth that the Bet Dwarka temple was actually Krishna’s home. There is evidence pointing to it – like the recent discovery of the Bet Dwarka underwater city and the various historical digs on the island itself. The is definitely plenty more to the Bet Dwarka story” Discover the Bet Dwarka … Read more

Exploring the artistic Mandawa Havelis in Shekhawati, Rajasthan

One of the many abandoned painted havelis of Mandawa

One had a steam train chugging along While another wall had a woman dancing to a folk song. Faded walls showcased scenes from Venice, British India and the royal courts Such is the variety that the timeless frescoes of Mandawa Havelis sports Discover the quintessential Shekhawati havelis of Mandawa with this virtual tour. This travel … Read more

Guide for visiting St. Peter’s Basilica: Key attractions & insider tips

St Peter's Basilica with its iconic dome

Mysteries unlock inside the largest church in the world Statues, tombs and treasures spill out as the history is unfurled. Visiting St. Peter’s Basilica is more than just a divine tour It’s architecture, beauty and myths will impress you – for sure! Embark on this captivating journey through the famous Vatican church and discover its … Read more

Jaipur City Palace Royal Tour: Experience the Grandeur of Royalty

The beautiful Shobha Niwas inside the Chandra Mahal City Palace Jaipur

Ceilings studded with mirrors and gems Plush cushions on baithaks with velvet hems. Here – even without the royal couture You will feel like a queen on the Jaipur City Palace Royal tour. Experience the inner chambers of Chandra Mahal City Palace Jaipur – which to date, is the official residence of the royal family … Read more