In the heartlands of Maharashtra, stories are not just told; they are lived and breathed. They are passed down from generation to generation, each retelling adding a little more awe, a little more pride. One such story that still gives us goosebumps is that of a king who was as
History isn't always found in the grand tales of massive empires we read in textbooks. Sometimes, its most profound secrets are tucked away in the heart of a region, waiting to be rediscovered. It feels like finding a forgotten family album, filled with faces and stories that shaped
History isn't just about the grand empires we read about in school books—the Mauryas, the Guptas, the Mughals. Sometimes, the most fascinating tales are hidden in the chapters between these giants. It's in the stories of those who stood at the crossroads of civilisations, blending
Ever felt the pull of a language you don't understand? It’s like hearing a beautiful song whose words are just beyond your grasp. That's how I feel about the many vibrant languages of our country, especially those nestled in the hills, carrying centuries of stories.
There's a certain magic that wafts from a Bengali kitchen. It’s not just the aroma of spices; it’s the fragrance of memories, of festivals, of generations pouring their love into a pot. I still remember my grandmother, her hands moving with an old-world grace, transforming simple
Some places whisper to your soul. They don’t shout for attention, but gently pull you in with the sound of waves, the rustle of leaves, and stories etched in stone. Porbandar, a name that immediately brings Mahatma Gandhi to mind, is one such place. But I invite you to
In the heart of India, some stories are not just read; they are felt. They flow in our veins, whispers of a time when courage was the only currency that mattered. One such saga is that of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the lion-hearted son of the great Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. His
Some places don't just exist in brick and mortar; they breathe with the prayers of centuries. Standing in Multan, the ancient 'City of Saints', you feel this in the very air. My heart felt a pull towards one particular monument that rises against the sky like
There's a certain magic in leaving the noise of the city behind, isn't there? A longing to step into a world where time slows down, where every wall tells a story. I felt this pull strongly, and it led me to a hidden gem in West