Discover India Magazine - September 2018

In this issue

SEEK & YOU SHALL FIND: Let Your Journey On The Spiritual Path—Across Faiths—Begin In India
FORGOTTEN MANSIONS: Sidhpur Has Architectural Gems Lost In Time
CHARMING KODAIKANAL: Shrouded In Dreamy Mist Lies This Southern Hill Town
MIGHTY KUMBHALGARH: Among Rajasthan’s Many Forts, This One Is King
BEST SHOPPING HUBS: Spotlight This Month Is On India’s Bustling Markets

Chakrata A Mountain Sojourn ​​​​​​​

Been there, Doon that? Take a two-hour ride from the capital of Uttarakhand and you can find yourself in a serene place, surrounded by abundant natural beauty and far from the tourist throngs of Dehradun.

3 mins

The Power Of Prayer

Devotion is in the air in Chhattisgarh. There are exquisite temples here, dating back to thousands of years, and it is also an important centre for Buddhist and Jain pilgrims. Come to the state with a question and a humble prayer… you might find the answer on this journey.

5 mins

The Pilgrim's Progress

For centuries, the devout of every faith have stepped out to seek God—as a ritual obligation, to perform an act of devotion, to atone for sins, implore a grace, or seek a miracle. The reasons for pilgrimages could be as varied as the pilgrims themselves, but every religion has places of religious-spiritual importance that draw the pious.

10+ mins

Forgotten

Men often build grand mansions, not just to live in, but that their legacy may live on. In the quiet little town of Sidhpur in Gujarat is the neighbourhood of Vohrawad, where European-style houses of unmatched magnificence—some preserved, some elegantly wasted—stand like a faded memory.

5 mins

The Kodai Moment

Shrouded in a misty history lies an enchanting hill retreat where flowers and berries grow wild, sheep graze free, forests rise tall and dark, and waterfalls create sweet music. Kodaikanal, with its old churches and residences, lakes and dales, and a certain old-world vibe, is the balm your city soul so ardently desires.

10+ mins

A Mighty Fort

The second longest wall in the world stretched to the horizon, the impregnable citadel that fell just once in history, a sanctuary that is home to the wild— Kumbhalgarh is more than the fort. It is a story in stone.

8 mins

Local Palate Urban Platter

Remember a time when chefs and diners were excited about extra virgin olive oil from Umbria and super expensive Angus steak from Scotland? That is changing. A band of young, forward-thinking chefs are turning to their Indian roots for inspiration.

6 mins

Writers' Retreats

Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh have attracted eminent writers through the ages. The good news is that you can visit some of the houses of these literary legends. Or even meet the writers.

7 mins

Secrets Of Hyderabad

Beyond the majesty of the Charminar and the aroma of biryani lies a Hyderabad guarding many secrets— even from its own people. Dig deep into the heart of the Deccan.

10+ mins

India's Bustling Bazaars

Shopping—the rustle of a new dress, the earthy smell of a brown shopping bag (extra big, please!), and the thrill of everything combined. Here we have put together some of the most-loved markets in the country which are soaked in history and offer fascinating tales. Apart from stocked shelves, of course.

10+ mins

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Discover India Magazine Description:

Discover India, India's premium travel and culture magazine launched in 1988 by Media Transasia India Limited in active cooperation with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, with a view to cater primarily to the inbound tourist. It is a beautifully presented glossy monthly, widely circulated and available at all our missions abroad.
Discover India reflects the diverse aspects of India. It deals with India's philosophy, history, culture, architecture, fashion, art and folklore in both the ancient and modern context. It is a magazine with some thing for everyone - the gourmet, the scholar, the architect.