Basanti……In Kutton ke saamne mat nachna Arrey Oh Sambha! Kitne Aadme the? Yeh Ramgarh waale apni betiyon ko kaun chakki ka pisa aata khilate hain re. The classic dialogues from the superhit 70s movie – Sholay seemed to echo back at me from every possible direction. And why not? I was climbing the Ramanagara Hills … Read more
The first part of my treasure hunting was through the unexplored Arwah Caves in Meghalaya. The stunning walls, the low ceilings, and narrow crevices were truly an adventurous experience for my entire family. There was a certain thrill in meandering through those caverns that were dimly lit and filled with water streams. It definitely added … Read more
Where there are waterfalls, there are caves. Or so we discovered is the case in Meghalaya. The gorgeous waterfalls in Meghalaya were a perfect smokescreen for the treasure-laden caves in Meghalaya. Our caving in Cherrapunji helped us uncover these hidden wonders – some within the depth of the dark caverns and some just along its … Read more
That feel of mist on your face, the sight of the green hills and the music of the flowing stream – how can one resist chasing waterfalls! One of the most obvious things to do in the Abode of Clouds is to chase waterfalls. I say “obvious” as waterfalls in Meghalaya are ubiquitous. Whether you … Read more
Meghalaya – the Abode of Clouds, has been a destination that mesmerized me even before I visited it. In fact, I had researched the place so well that I was literally spouting out details of places to visit in Meghalaya with the authority of someone who had already been there. Of course, now that I … Read more
Have you heard of the “New Bali” of Indonesia? No? Well, then, welcome to Lombok Island. Located to the east of actual Bali island, Lombok has is a quieter cousin of this famous tourist destination of Indonesia. With its own unique culture, stunning beaches, clear waters, green forests, pristine waterfalls and traditional arts, Lombok has … Read more
In my dreams of a paradise, cascades emerged from infinity and fell at different levels. They hid amid emerald bushes and suddenly emerged to plummet on rocky ledges. They hid pretty caverns – possibly treasure troves and cast a misty spell around them. Birds twittered and butterflies added to the glitter. Little did I know … Read more
A recent trip to Pune had me visit one of my favorite hill station in Maharashtra. Mahabaleshwar has tons of memories associated with it – a lot dating back to my school and college days. Owing to its proximity to Pune, I have been here umpteen times and each time, the place bowls me over … Read more
Banff is a beautiful resort town located in the Canadian province of Alberta. Banff National Park is one of the oldest parks in Canada and is also one of the prime tourist magnets in the country. Millions of visitors come to Banff National Park to see the mighty Rockies, for relaxation or adventure activities. Read my … Read more
Most of us have explored the coastline of Thailand and experienced the nightlife of its bustling capital. However, there are considerably fewer who have experienced the green mountains in the north. Located amid these mountains is one of the largest cities in Thailand – Chiang Mai. The city delighted me with its incredible blend of … Read more
Kuzo Dzangpo La! Hello from the Land of Happiness – Bhutan. With its gorgeous valleys, calming monasteries, bright colors and truly delightful people – it is not surprising to find Bhutan on almost everyone’s bucket list – even the ones who have been there at least once. I am already craving another trip to this country. … Read more
Meghalaya, literally means “abode of clouds” and is a part of the North-East circuit of India. An unexplored world of natureย Meghalaya has some interesting places to visit.ย Surrounded by hills – the Khasi, Garo and Jaintia hills, Meghalaya offers you an experience of the unspoiled natural beauty. Keeping its state capital Shillong as the … Read more