Tag: india
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Mata Vaishnodevi shrine at Katra #1: Ban Ganga to Adhkwari
A shivering cold night, mantras played on speakers are wafting in the air accompanied with zealous chants of “ZORR SE BOLO… JAI MATA DI…“, there are horses and mules rushing up and down the tortuous paths and there are enervated people climbing with their walking sticks, panting, struggling to catch a breath yet unwilling to…
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Peeping into Pakistan at the Wagah border
In July 1947, Sir Cyril Radcliffe, a British lawyer on his first ever visit to India was assigned the duty to draw a border that would separate India and Pakistan. The border he drew divided people who had fought, loved and lived together for centuries and created two nations that went on to become arch-nemesis.…
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The Excavation site of ancient Nalanda University
In India lotus is often associated with knowledge and the word Nalanda translates to “Giver of Lotus stalks“. At its prime Nalanda University was one of the best centres of excellence and attracted students from as far as China, Mongolia and Persia. Nalanda University was established in 5th century by the Gupta dynasty rulers with subsequent…
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Photostory : The international temples at Bodh Gaya
Bodh Gaya, the place where Buddhism took birth, has over time become a truly global spiritual destination with international tourists from all Buddhism practicing nations flocking to Bodh Gaya throughout the year. All major Buddhism practicing nations and all sects of Buddhism have established their own temples at Bodh Gaya to facilitate their visitors. With…
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Looking back on 2016
2016 was an excellent year for me both personally and professionally. After a disastrous 2015 which perhaps was the worst year in personal terms, 2016 was full of excitement, love and happiness. I visited 5 states in 2016 and ticked off some major destinations in my ever extending bucket list.
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Visiting the Sino-Indian border at Nathu La
Nathu La located at 14000 feet is one of the three trading border posts between India and China; the other two being Lipulekh in Uttarakhand and Shipki La in Himachal Pradesh. It is on the famed silk route which was used for trade between India and China, extending to Arabia, southern Europe and Persia, for…
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Local sightseeing of Gangtok on Day 2
Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim is small hill station located in the lap of the mighty Himalayas. Its favourable weather and pristine natural beauty make it a top tourist destination in the country. There are some features of Gangtok like its stepped buildings, excellent footpath network, marketplace, delicious Nepali and Tibetan food and the enchanting views…
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Photostory : The City Palace of Udaipur
Udaipur apart from connoting royalty is also acclaimed as one of the most romantic and photogenic places in India. Currently, the city palace of Udaipur is perhaps the most regal palace of India. A quaint yet imposing royal palace standing against the shimmering glare of a large artificial lake. This photostory dedicated to the City Palace…
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Taj Mahal : An elegy in white marble
A broken heart is an inexplicable dingus. An oojah that has propelled people to conquer what seemed unfathomable. From the broken heart of an emperor emanated a desire – a desire to built a final resting place for his love. A desire to construct a monument of unparalleled beauty in annals the history. Taj Mahal…
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Jaipur # 1 : Amer Fort and Jaigarh Fort
This post is dedicated to the 1st part of our Jaipur exploration in which we covered Amer Fort and Jaigarh Fort with a brief halt at the banks of Man Sagar Lake to see the Jal Mahal. Lets begin with the Amer Fort..
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