God’s Own Garden is not in Kerala; it is in this remote village in Meghalaya where modern buzzwords like sustainability and eco-friendliness have been daily habits for centuries, says Kalpana Sunder Continue reading → More »Mawlynnong – life in tune with nature
A journey to India's devotional heartland in Madhya Pradesh takes Purva Bhatia to the ancient, sacred cities of Mandu, Ujjain, Omkareshwar and Maheshwar. Continue reading → More »A pious journey into the heart of India
A visit to the border village of Turtuk, very close to the Line of Control separating India and Pakistan, is recommended before it becomes Just Another Place on the map, says Nischaya Bahuguna Continue reading → More »In Turtuk, only smiles are sweeter than apricots
The rare snow leopard inhabits the high Himalayas and the best time to hope to see it is the harsh, inhospitable winter when it follows the blue sheep to its grazing grounds. Wing Commander (Retd) Partha De Sarkar shares a thrilling account of his encounter with Shaan, as the Ladakhis call the elusive cat. Continue reading → More »On the trail of the Snow Leopard
A former French colony, Pondicherry is quaint and charming with a sea-facing promenade with amazing authentic European restaurants and the popular Aurobindo Ashram. More »Pondicherry Encapsulated