Discover India Magazine - January - February 2021

In this issue

In the January-February issue of Discover India, we help you discover the undiscovered. Begin by bookmarking 20 offbeat destinations—including a hill town in the Nilgiris and a former Danish settlement by the sea. Learn about the historical heritage of Gujarat's Junagadh. Get insights into the legacy and distillation of Goa’s favourite local drink, feni. Also, on your next trip to Agra, go beyond the Taj Mahal and explore the hidden gems. A must-read is an exclusive interview with Italian-born, Odissi dancer and Padma Shri-awardee Ileana Citaristi, who has been living in India since the 1970s.

Not The Usual Suspects

Sometimes, the coolest gadgets get overlooked. Not on our watch! Here are a few unsung heroes that you will love.

2 mins

BOOKS FOR THE BACKPACK

Journey across India through these books that shed light on the intriguing history and vibrant culture of the country.

2 mins

24 Hours In Darjeeling

Crisp air, ample rainfall, and pleasant weather not only make Darjeeling in West Bengal home to one of the finest tea varieties in the world, but also spoil every visitor who sets foot in the hill station. Here’s how you can make the most of a day-long stopover.

3 mins

With Love, From SPAIN

Alberto and Marina, known as @viajaentusofa on Instagram, quit their day jobs to travel around Asia and South America for nine months, and India was one of their first stops. As the Spanish duo continues to explore the world, setting couple travel goals, they recall everything that made their Indian trip memorable—from the colours to the chaos and everything in between.

3 mins

a tale of TWO COUNTRIES

Two-time Danish Ambassador to India, His Excellency Freddy Svane, talks to SUSH CLAYS about exploring Denmark’s historic legacy in India and his unique experiences in the country.

3 mins

Hiding In Plain Sight

FROM AN OFFBEAT HILL TOWN IN THE NILGIRIS TO A FORMER DANISH SETTLEMENT BY THE SEA, THESE 20 LESSER-KNOWN INDIAN DESTINATIONS WILL GUARANTEE AN IDYLLIC AND PHYSICALLY DISTANCED VACATION IN 2021.

10+ mins

City or Citadel?

The romantic fort city of Mandu in Madhya Pradesh offers a ticket back in time and may soon become a World Heritage Site.

5 mins

FROM THE ANNALS OF History

Sheathed in fascinating legends and rife with historical anecdotes, a visit to Junagadh in Gujarat is akin to turning the pages of time.

7 mins

A Slice OF PARADISE

Marari Beach—one of the cleanest coasts in Kerala—beckons you to loll on its sands, play beach volleyball, gorge on fresh catch from the sea, and lead a sustainable life at a luxe resort.

5 mins

A PIT STOP at the TAVERN

Looking to drive down to Goa for a quick seaside getaway? Make it high on local insight with a feni tour and learn all about Goans’ favourite drink.

5 mins

COLOURS of the DESERT

Sample the many flavours of Rajasthan’s annual cultural carnival, Pushkar Fair, with this delightful visual ode.

1 min

The other SIDE OF AGRA

The timeless charm of Agra extends beyond its pièce de résistance, the Taj Mahal. Pockets of colonial candour can be found at every turn, if only one were to stop and notice.

5 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.