Have you ever experienced the silence of land – when the only sounds that you hear are fluttering prayer flags, the call of the birds, the tinkle of the prayer bells and the soothing calm of gushing water? A silence – so strong that you automatically lower your voice, even if you are gasping at … Read more
Captivating frescoes covered every inch of those walls And where there were none, there were those ornate arched doors. If you are looking to explore Shekhawati Your first stop should be this Nawalgarh Podar Haveli. Explore the magnificent Dr. Ramnath A. Podar Haveli Museum in Nawalgarh in this post. Discover the best things to see … Read more
The Blue house with the balcoas The yellows had the rooster The reds came with the shell windows While the greens displayed the Azulejos. Such was the beauty that I caught on an epic heritage walk in Fontainhas Goa Goa has always enthralled us with its gorgeous beaches – so much that not many of … Read more
She decided to carve a memorial in his name So she called for artisans with acclaim. They chiselled & carved 7 levels of stone Rani Ki Vav or the Queen’s Stepwell, is what it is now renowned. A befitting and a rare tribute by a Queen – for her King. Discover the ornate Rani Ki … Read more
She begged him to return her son But he said – “Death cannot be undone!” “Instead I grant you this unique boon – “You & your sons will live on as rats with silver spoon” …. And thus began the unique Karni Mata story of the only Rat temple in Rajasthan. Have you heard of … Read more
She traced the flowers with her fingers as she recalled her beloved. With tear-filled eyes, she sought the blessings of the Lord etched on the walls. Murmuring a silent prayer, she completed the circumambulation of the new Adalaj ni Vav And then without hesitation, she plunged in to the very dream she had completed. Adalaj … Read more
Eerie Silence through the rumbles, Shivers through your spine as you explore the crumbles, They say it existed, it isn’t a story, There used to be a village in its times of glory. Read about the Kuldhara Village haunted story A medley of emotions hit me as I took my first step into this ghost … Read more
The blue green Penna river pierced through the ravine Creating a bewitching scene. On one end, I stared at the contrast of sorts While on the other side, I heard the whisper of ancient Gandikota fort. Discover Gandikota grand canyon with its heritage fort through this complete Gandikota travel guide. People refer to Gandikota as … Read more
Said to have sheltered the Pandavas But history says the Pataleshwar temple was built by the Rashtrakutas Carvings left unfinished on the basalt stone The cave temple was incomplete for reasons unknown. When I first heard of the Pataleshwar cave temple in Pune, I imagined it would be somewhere on the outskirts of the city. … Read more
It was a small change of one alphabet that altered his fate From a mere capture to a gruesome murder of hate. His mortal remains were chopped to bits But even today, in the fort – his ghostly spirit flits. Discover the Shaniwar Wada haunted story – of love and deceit! It had been years … Read more
At one end was the bird’s eye view of the three landscaped gardens below, At the other end was the giant swimming pool with shades of blue and indigo Past the painted frescoes one had to walk For that was the only way to reach the top of this Sigiriya Lion Rock. There are various … Read more
The wealthy zamindar pointed his fingers towards the hero saying – “You, a mere farmer – cannot marry my beautiful daughter. His suitor – Sir James, can provide 10 times more comfort than your simple hut.” . Totally filmy, right? Well, this was the scene that ran through my head as I stepped into the … Read more