When I was writing about my experience of the Mekong Delta boat tour and scanning through the images of Vietnam, I was captivated by many of the pictures that I took on my trip there. Most of them spoke tonnes about life along the Mekong river in Vietnam. A few of them stayed etched in […]
A Mekong Delta Tour In Ben Tre Vietnam
13 Best Things To Do In Hampi India
Hampi was the ancient capital city of the Vijayanagara Kingdom of South India in the 14th century AD. It is located in the Ballari district of Karnataka and today, is home to the Hampi Group of Monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The place is dotted with ruins of all kinds: temples, palaces, private baths, […]
Mango Tree: Hampi’s Favorite Restaurant
Virupaksha Temple of Hampi – A Detailed Guide
Pattadakal Group Of Temples – A World Heritage Site
Boteco Mumbai – The Taste Of Brazil In India
Boteco is Mumbai’s first Brazilian restaurant and probably the only authentic one till date. In the past few months, I have been on the lookout for authentic International cuisines in India. Boteco in BKC, Mumbai provided me just the opportunity. Earlier, it was quite difficult to locate genuine international food in Mumbai. Inevitably, it turned […]
Vijaya Vittala Temple And The Musical Pillars Of Hampi
Myanmar Culture And Tradition: 8 Enriching Burmese Experiences
One of the many reasons I loved Myanmar was its people and the exotic Burmese culture. Apart from the stunning temples of Bagan, the pristine white beach of Ngapali and the undiscovered ruins of Mrauk U, the people of Myanmar fascinated me. They always had smiles to welcome me into their land. In this post, […]
Best Places To Visit Near Ahmedabad For One Day
Ahmedabad is a culturally rich and vibrant city in India. Apart from being the financial hub of Gujarat, Ahmedabad is home to history and culture from ages ago. In fact, it was the first Indian city to be declared a UNESCO Heritage City in July 2017. Amdavad, as it is locally referred to, has a number […]
The Best Of Our Bagan Itinerary
If you know Myanmar, then you probably know that Bagan is a must-visit when in Myanmar. You have probably seen a picture of numerous early morning balloons floating over hundreds of ancient temples. And wondered where it was! Well, that was right here in Bagan, an ancient city in Central Myanmar. Home to more than […]
Myanmar Traditional Food: 10 Authentic Burmese Dishes You Need To Try
Why Watching A Kecak Fire Dance Is A Must-Do In Bali
Did you ever imagine that watching a dance form could be a great way to know about Bali and its culture? Probably the best way to get introduced to Balinese Hinduism? And an amazing opportunity to experience an interesting art form of the Southeast? Well, I did not until I watched this really captivating performance […]
5 Mesmerizing Temples of Bali
The temples of Bali are truly unmissable if you happen to visit this beautiful Indonesian island. They are aesthetically designed, have beautiful backdrops, and are mesmerizing to the common human eye. Every home in Bali has a pretty little pura, the Balinese word for a temple and the Sanskrit word for a walled city or […]
The Egg Tart of Macau: Deliciousness Guaranteed
The Egg Tart of Macau is a must-try if you happen to visit this bright, happening nation. It is a cute little tart filled with rich, creamy egg custard and has a flaky pastry shell. The Macau Egg Tart, that was inspired by the Portuguese pastel de nata or Portuguese egg tart, is often considered the […]
Ethiopian Cultural Food – A Beginner’s Guide
Visiting Potsdam: A Day Trip From Berlin
A Memorable Train Journey Through Germany
Around 11 pm that night, the lights in my train flickered unsteadily for a couple of seconds and suddenly went off leaving the whole train in weary darkness. I had been on the train for the past 4 hours and instead of getting anywhere close to my destination I was, now, staring at a bright, moonlit […]
Baobab Juice and Chicken Yassa: Ever Heard Of Them?
Baobab juice and Chicken Yassa? I, certainly, had not heard of them until recently when I was introduced to the flavorsome Senegalese cuisine. Yes, you heard it right! Senegalese cuisine right from the shores of Western Africa but conjured up in old town Paris! I dipped into a plateful of some amazing Senegalese flavors last month […]