Tamil Nadu Itinerary: 6 Days of Exploring Spectacular Temples.
Tamil Nadu is one of the most fascinating states in India. Once ruled by the Pallavas, Cholas, Cheras, and Pandyas, Tamil Nadu boasts a rich culture and an opulent heritage. On the one hand, the state is a treasure trove of Dravidian architectural style characterized by the Gopurams such as the Brihadishvara Temple, Kailasanatha Temple, […]
20 Things to Know Before Visiting Uzbekistan
Central Asia never fails to invoke the romantic imagination of scholars and laypersons alike, thanks to the almost mythical and contemporary cliché of the ‘Silk Road’. Forever a crossroads of history, Central Asia can best be described as a place that ‘time forgot and where one can forget time’. Characterised by medieval blue-domed cities, exuberant bazaars, obscure caravanserai, […]
Samarkand Travel Guide: History, Itinerary, and Top Landmarks.
“Everything I have heard about Markanda (Samarkand) is true, except that it’s more beautiful than I ever imagined.” – Alexander the Great in 329 century BCE. Samarkand has been artfully styled as the Pearl of the East, Jewel of Central Asia, Mirror of the World, and Centre of the Universe. The very word ‘Samarkand’ is embroidered with enigma and […]
Top Things to Do in Bukhara: A Comprehensive Guide
Bukhara “is the cupola of Islam” and “its environs are adorned with the brightness of the light of doctors and jurists and its surroundings embellished with the rarest of high attainments.” – Ala-ad-Din Malik Juvaini, a 13th-century historian. Bukhara is revered as the holiest city in Central Asia. Classified as one of the most complete […]
Khiva Secrets: What to See, Do, & Love in Uzbekistan’s Ancient City
Once upon a time, Khiva was tainted with a dreadful past fraught with the atrocity of the slave trade, barbaric savagery, menacing journeys through uncharted deserts, and marauding Turkmen tribesmen. Even the most daring of the brave hearts used to have second thoughts before embarking on an adventure in Khiva. Fortunately, Khiva has left this […]
Uzbekistan Itinerary For 9 Days: Exploring the Silk Road
Nestled in the heart of Central Asia, Uzbekistan is a mesmerizing blend of ancient history, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality that captivates every traveller. As you follow the Uzbekistan itinerary and journey through this land of legends, you’ll walk the paths once traversed by merchants along the Silk Road, marvel at the intricate mosaics of Samarkand, and […]
Love At First Trip: 7 Destinations in India We’d Revisit in a Heartbeat.
100th article!! Can you believe this? We can’t, surely. But here we are! Some 9 years back, while honeymooning in Bali, the idea of starting a travel blog struck us. Both of us are travel-holics; one loves to write while the other has photography as a hobby. So, why not share our travel experience, we thought. But […]
Jaipur 101: Your Must-Have Guide to India’s Pink City.
Laced with royal grandeur and exuding timeless charm, Jaipur is a fascinating city and the heart of ‘rangeelo’ Rajasthan. Founded in 1727 CE by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, Jaipur was the first planned city of India, its design being inspired by ancient Vedic architecture. The city is fondly called ‘Pink City’, as the buildings […]