Old Delhi, popularly known as Chandni Chowk was formerly known by the name Shahjahanabad, the walled city built by Shah Jahan from 1638 to 1649, containing the Lal Qila and the Chandni Chowk. It was the capital of the Mughal Empire during Shah Jahan’s reign. It is presently referred to as “Old Delhi“. Old Delhi streets might appear chaotic and it’s senseless traffic but the unique charm of Old Delhi lies in its narrow lanes and its people. Transport yourself into a bygone era

Traditional Goa houses, made of mud and a thatched roof are a sight to behold. Walk around streets of Goa and you could see Portuguese influence on the architecture. Large ornamental windows, spacious courtyard space, and vibrant colors are some of the distinct features of traditional houses of Goa. Coming from North India where construction of houses are as linear as it can get, experiencing these marvelous structures came as a pleasant surprise. #goa #India #travel

Delhi architecture is synonymous with the tombs from the Mughal era. Think Delhi and first image will come to your imagination of Mughal period architecture. Mughal era plays an important role in the development of India, Hindustan back then. Delhi with its historical architecture at the center is an attractive destination for history and culture buffs. This blog is an ongoing series.  I will add more visuals of Delhi architecture in the upcoming blogs Lodhi Garden Safdarjung

What is Travel Photography? This is probably the most important and misunderstood term. But on the other hand the most popular genre of photography. Mostly because it covers the entire spectrum of photography. For travel photography, well you need to travel and do photography along. You can do portrait, landscape, events as part of travel photography. Photography is a form of creative expression that lets us capture those moments in our own way. But the big question still rem

Kumbh Mela, the world’s largest spiritual gathering is a sweet sight for sore eyes. My spiritual sojourn to the Kumbh Mela acted as a perfect gateway for my need to distance myself from the chaotic rumble of the urban jungle. Anxious and excited I was for this one-of-a-kind trip. It is not recommended to travel to Kumbh Mela without advance reservations. I just wanted to experience the place as it is and was even prepared to sleep under the wide magical sky and endure the co

Rural fairs are an important element in the big entertainment system of rural India. Most of such fairs happen in the rural country’s landscape. More than 25000 such fairs take place every year, one estimate suggests. India has a way of getting under the skin of travelers, especially the small towns. As a traveler one needs to be quite flexible and act like a sponge, soak in whatever experience comes your way. Coming under two types, broadly, commercial and cultural but even

Barot valley is a visually stunning place. The crispy sound of cold river water hitting the rocks. Bright sunshine playing hide and seek with cotton candy clouds. The feeling of quietness, being silent and being at with the surroundings. Majestic deodhar trees standing tall surrounding you like a blanket giving you comfort. This is not a fable but a reality sketched by nature itself in a small place known as Barot in the northern state of Himachal Pradesh. Barot valley is a c

A journey out of frustration from big city Delhi Life with no planning or itinerary. Turns out to be the best one so far and the love for mountains and mountain villages continues. The liquid sound of cold river water hitting the stone rocks. Bright sunshine playing hide and seek with cotton candy clouds. The feeling of quietness, being silent and feeling the union with the surroundings. Majestic deodhar trees standing tall surrounding you from all directions giving you comfo

The great Indian wedding industry, attracts huge spending, no wonder we all call it a big fat Indian wedding.   According to an estimate (www.businessinsider.in), the wedding industry is worth over INR 100,000 crores. This is a staggering amount. No wonder an Indian wedding is an event of magnitude proportions. Wherever there is money involved, financial institutions come in smelling the opportunity. One may question the reasoning behind it. People (not always) tend to mortga