We all have that picture of Shimla in our minds, don't we? The bustling Mall Road, the charming Christ Church, and the long queues for the toy train. It's a beautiful picture, no doubt. But for years, I felt a gentle pull, a whisper from the
There are some places that call to your soul, you know? Places where the world's noise fades away, replaced by something ancient and pure. Gokarna, nestled on the coast of Karnataka, is one such sacred call. Itâs where the rhythmic crash of the Arabian Sea waves seems
Have you ever stepped into a place and felt the whispers of centuries-old stories in the air? Thatâs the feeling Hoshiarpur gives you. Tucked away in Punjab, near the serene Shivalik Hills, this isn't just a district; it's a sacred land often called the "
There are some places of worship that you visit, and then there are some that visit you, leaving a mark on your soul long after youâve left. In the bustling Uzan Bazar of Guwahati, tucked away from the city's hum, lies such a sanctuary â the Ugro Tara
There are some places on Earth that donât just exist in a physical space; they live within time, holding centuries of prayers, whispers, and footsteps within their very stones. For me, the thought of visiting the Dharmarajika Stupa in Taxila feels like thatâa journey back to the roots
Have you ever stood by the sea, feeling the salty breeze whisper ancient stories in your ear? Thatâs the magic of Valsad. Here, on the coast of Gujarat, the waves of the Arabian Sea donât just crash on the shore; they seem to bow in reverence to the
Have you ever wondered how timeless beliefs adapt to the changing world? We often see our traditions as ancient rivers, flowing unchanged through centuries. But sometimes, a river needs a new channel to reach those who are thirsty. This is the story of Navayana, the "New Vehicle" of
Have you ever stood by a mighty river and felt like it was whispering stories of the past? In our part of the world, rivers are not just bodies of water; they are lifelines, witnesses to history, and carriers of culture. Nowhere is this truer than in Chandpur, a fascinating
There's a certain magic in the air when a Kabaddi match begins in a Punjabi village. Itâs the smell of the earth, the roar of the crowd that feels like a single heartbeat, and the sight of powerful athletes moving with a grace that defies their strength.