Craving to visit some beautiful cities around the world? That are dripping with culture? Here’s our enviable list of the Top 10 Most Beautiful European Capitals of Culture that you must visit. At least once in your lifetime!
And the best part is we have numerous virtual tours for every city listed here. Especially for tough times like now when you cannot travel. Why not satiate some of your wanderlust from the comfort of your home?? Come, take the tours with us!
Polonnaruwa, an ancient capital city of Sri Lanka’s Sinhalese Empire, was once the epitome of art and culture. It was home to the sacred tooth relic of Buddha apart from being the site of one of the largest Buddhist universities of the medieval era. And it was home to 4 iconic Buddha statues that form the pilgrimage site of Gal Vihara today.
Apart from all this wonderful history, there was one special thing that drew me to Polonnaruwa. One special connection that took me back to my roots in Odisha. Click to find out what it was and read my travel story for Polonnaruwa Sri Lanka.
I love Southeast Asia. It is cheap and really really affordable. I have visited here so many times ticking countries and cities off my list.
But you know what really attracts me to Southeast Asian nations? The friendliness of people. Their warm and hospitable culture. Delectable food. Thousands of years of history. And a unique concoction of rituals, traditions, and customs.
I know, right? There is just so much culture in Southeast Asia. So, here’s the latest article in my World Culture Series – The 15 Best Culture Cities in Southeast Asia.
I love how spirited and lively these cities are. Some of them even chaotic. And that is what makes all the difference! Do not forget to read it. And of course, let me know what you think.
Colombo, the often-overlooked capital of Sri Lanka, is actually a wonderful cultural destination. It is home to a massive national museum, the bustling Pettah market, and some amazing colonial architecture in the Fort district. Not to mention all the amazing people you meet and all that amazing food you can try when here.
I am glad we made a spent a couple of days here and did not use Colombo as a mere pit stop. And you should not either! There are 13 inspiring reasons to keep you back. You should totally check them out.
Mothers are beautiful. They are generous, caring, and always so forgiving. Sometimes, I feel that there should not be one but 365 mothers days every year. But then I think. If it happens every day, it would not be special right?
It is for a reason that we celebrate Mother’s Day on one special day. To remember that special person in our lives and honor her. However, it is also interesting to note that not everyone in the world celebrates Mother’s Day similarly. There are so many unique traditions across countries and cultures. As we approach Mother’s Day this year, come let’s explore the myriad Mother’s Day traditions from around the world.
Are you planning a trip to Mysore in India? Not sure what to do yet? Refer to our guide on the best things to do in Mysore. Includes a collection of royal palaces, temples, wildlife spots, museums, and beautiful frescoes. And don’t forget to check out the one food item you have to try when you are here!
In November 2017, Or Tor Kor Market in Bangkok was voted as the 4th Best Fresh Market in the world by CNN Travel. It was described as immaculate, brightly lit, and a storehouse of exotic fruits and tropical delicacies. This time when we were in Bangkok, Or Tor Kor beckoned to us like never before […]
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, […]
On my first trip to Bali, I noticed some interesting stick puppets. They were called Wayang Kulit or the Indonesian shadow puppets. At first, I had no clue what these stick figures with leather/paper bodies represented. A little digging led me to the vast world of shadow puppetry in Indonesia and Bali. It was not […]
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