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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.

Shiva On The Shore

Connected by a long myth, on a long shoreline, the coastal towns of Gokarna and Murudeshwar in Karnataka are for those holidaymakers who yearn for tranquility.

Time After Time

A town of innumerable legends, an ancient metropolis, venue of the Maha Kumbh, home to the great poet Kalidasato sum up thesignificance of Ujjain in a few words is perhaps impossible it was the keeper of time itself!

In The Footsteps Of The Mahatma

This Gandhi Jayanti, pay homage to the Father of the Nation by taking a trip to some of the places that were part of his eventful life.

A Goddess Comes Home

Come October and the entire city of Kolkata becomes a magical celebration, an exuberance of spirit. From humble homesteads to plushcondominiums to working class neighbourhoods, everyone gears up to welcome Maa Durga in their own way.

Shirdi Abode Of A Saint

For a travel experience that involves prayer and the opportunity to see the faith and devotion of thousands, Shirdi is a favoured place of pilgrimage.

Blow Hot Blow Cold

You’re either a mountain person or a water person, they say. India’s winters offer you both, in every possible way—whether it’s skiing in Gulmarg, trekking in McLeodganj, sunning on the beaches of Goa or soaking in the spiritual environs of Pondy.

A Different Beat

The sound of music was at its best, the artistes in their element and the setting was enchanting no less—this was the Rajasthan International Folk Festival held in Jodhpur.

Tale Of Four Cities

The state of Gujarat has been highly inventive when it comes to promoting itself in the field of tourism, often bringing forward new, exciting experiences for the discerning traveller. Though my stay in Gujarat was brief, I made the most of it, starting from the epicentre of culture, Ahmedabad, to the historical city of Champaner. I went on to explore some great cities, revealing a Gujarat I had not experienced before. The land of the Mahatma, this time, was wrapped in the colours of Navaratri and a vibe of celebrations was evident everywhere.

What's Cooking?

Even after scaling the base of the highest peak, Chef Sanjay Thakur loves to stay close to his Indian roots. Having his name added in the Guinness World Records recently, he talks to DI about the record, his love for Himalayan food and more, at the World Heritage Cuisine Summit & Food Festival 2018 held in Amritsar this October.

Coonoor A Lot Like Home

There’s an inimitable joy in visiting a town where unassuming but historic establishments—schools, parks, old shops—and the people are bound by an affable and strong camaraderie.

Between Two Worlds

The noise of the city or the poetry in the forest—the second edition of the IN THE WOODS festival throws up some interesting existential questions.

Easy Like A Sunday Morning

Udvada is a quaint little town—a village, really—with a rich past and a lazy present, nestled comfortably by the sea in south Gujarat. Time moves slowly here, but it does not really matter for no one seems to be going anywhere.

The Big Apple

Surrounded by the snow-tipped Himalaya, with the Sutlej river flowing rapidly below, Thanedar’s orchard-studded valley is a peaceful sliver of Himachal, where time is not of the essence.

Here Lived A Queen

Once the capital of Maratha queen Ahilyabai Holkar, Maheshwar looms above the languid waters of the holy Narmada, enfolding within itself history, heritage and fascinating mythologies.

Spotlight - Lagori

This genre-defying multilingual band from Bengaluru is a livewire onstage, and performs to packed houses across the country. Geeth Vaz, the guitarist, on what keeps the band going.

Inspiration On The Go

Actress Neha Dhupia, who currently hosts shows like Vogue BFFS, credits her travel escapades for shaping her world view and helping her assimilate varied cultural experiences.

Myth-Logical

Some places cast a spell and make you return over and over. Some places you never leave. Pushkar, one of the few places where Brahma is worshipped, is a town that belongs to the world traveller, the locals, the musicians, the devotees and the mystics. Come here in search of calm or chaos!

Bloomin' Delicious

Flowers might have been part of food for, literally, ages. But today, there is a growing trend to use them for flavour, colour and aroma in appetisers, mains, salads, soups, and desserts.

Sometimes, When You Fall,You Fly!

Fear is the only factor when you stand at the edge to bungee jump over 80 metres. The mind will play games and ask you to back off. But after three counts, a moment of insane courage and the final leap, it will all be like a dream.

All Your Forest Essentials

Life pauses early in Pench. The gates to this Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh close at sundown, once the last of the safari vehicles have returned.

Gateway Weekend Break

The deep south of Tamil Nadu gets sizzling hot in summer, so this is a good time, when temperatures are more moderate and pleasant, to explore this part of the country. Rameswaram is a temple town that most people aspire to visit at least once in their lifetime.

The Modern Speakeasy

Nestled in one of Gurugram’s popular foodie malls, Lock & Key is a not-so-secretive, Prohibition era-inspired bar. Set to the backdrop of live jazz and the blues, we settled down for a sumptuous and lazy Sunday brunch.

Mystic River Cruise On The Ganga

From sprawling cities that have enthralled foreign rulers to unending farmlands ripe with the crop of the season. From the excavated sites of ancient universities to old temple towns. The river of life flows through it all—nurturing, nourishing, providing. Come aboard to savour the magic of the Ganga.

Discover India By Water

River journeys have a charm and lure as powerful as sea voyages. India’s waterways—vast, exquisite, teeming with life—offer a languid and restorative way to travel. Here’s a pick of five exhilarating experiences.

Birds Of A Feather

Bringing together Nagaland’s multitudinous tribal culture and crafts, along with rock music and village hospitality in an exquisite Himalayan setting, the Hornbill Festival should be on your bucket list, if it’s not already.

Up!

Soar and glide through the still morning air in a hot air balloon, and sweep your gaze around hills, forests, rivulets and more. On the ground, dance with tribals and savour luxe living in tents. Andhra’s Araku Valley has all shades of heaven.

North By Northeast

Nature in North Sikkim is raw and rugged. Each bend of the treacherously narrow and winding roads here presents stunning views of the towering Himalaya unlike anywhere else.

Home Is Where The Heritage Is

Behind the veil of modernity and assimilation, lie remnants of Goa’s Portuguese heritage—in the large, once opulent mansions of some of the most illustrious families of the sunshine state.

View From The Top

Ajeet Bajaj, an adventure enthusiast and 25-year-old Deeya have become the first ever Indian father-daughter team to summit Mount Everest. After almost a year of planning and preparation, the two embarked on the journey to scale the towering mountain on April 19 from base camp. Exactly 28 days later, they were unfurling the Indian tricolour at the peak. It was an emotional moment, as they tell Discover India.