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Longing For Kerala…

Longing For Kerala…

I’m longing for a holiday in Kerala. Although I am on the lookout for new destinations, Kerala is one state that I want to revisit. I have been there only once and was totally smitten by it. I was fortunate to experience the lush beauty 

Get Mesmerised By The Monpas

Get Mesmerised By The Monpas

I love the spontaneity of travel. I like it when I’m headed somewhere and I end up being somewhere else and it turns out to be totally remarkable. Well, I was headed towards Dirang Valley (located in West Kameng District of Arunachal Pradesh) and I 

Where To Stay In Ziro Valley?

Where To Stay In Ziro Valley?

Ziro valley, is perhaps, one of the best places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh. But, where to stay in Ziro Valley? I’d like to mention that though there are quite a few nice home stays in Ziro (there are some in the Apatani villages also), Siiro 

The ‘Apatani’ World Of Ziro (Part Two)

The ‘Apatani’ World Of Ziro (Part Two)

Tallo (a chap from ‘Hong’ village) introduced the Apatani world to me. He also taught me a few Apatani pleasantries like ayo siido lo (how are you), aya pa ato (welcome) and paya aro pacho (thank you). He admitted (amusingly) to me that though he was 

The ‘Apatani’ World Of Ziro (Part One)

The ‘Apatani’ World Of Ziro (Part One)

Ziro looks sublime. My first stop in Arunachal Pradesh! You can linger here for days with no thought of returning home. I’m happy that I got to explore it during the harvest time – it was great to see the rice fields in full flush 

Travelling Solo In Arunachal Pradesh

Travelling Solo In Arunachal Pradesh

I’m so, so happy to have got back to travelling solo with Arunachal Pradesh! Northeast India had always fascinated me for its culture, people and of course, its natural beauty. I had been thinking about beginning my tryst with the seven-sister states as soon as possible. 

My Top 5 ‘Petra’ Experiences

My Top 5 ‘Petra’ Experiences

Petra has an obvious magic. For me, it’s the soul of Jordan. There is a certain enigma about it. The pink rocks, the caves, the history and the Bedouins make Petra a mysteriously beautiful city. The fact that it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and 

Olaulim – A Secret Of Goa

Olaulim – A Secret Of Goa

Can you really imagine ‘Goa’ without beaches? I know it’s hard for some people to even picture Goa without its coastal side. But, let me tell you the truth – Goa has plenty of natural treasures that are still hidden. Fortunately, I was able to