by SindhuMurthy | Jan 16, 2017 | Destinations, Travelogue
This is the time of the year when the skies of Gujarat get filled with a plethora of kites of all sizes. The festival of Uttarayan which marks the decline of winter chills and the onset of spring is the favorite time for people to fly kites. Thanks to the International Kite Festival promoted by the Gujarat Government, the tradition of Kite Flying has earned the attention of people from across the globe. One industry which has been immensely benefited from the popularity of International Kite Festival is the kite making industry in Gujarat. Of late, the tradition of kite flying has been spread to many states across India and people have started to fly kites on many more occasions like Independence day and Holi.
by SindhuMurthy | Jan 10, 2017 | Destinations, Reviews, Travelogue
How often would you get to stay like royalty in a centuries-old castle? How about spending a night in a museum filled with interesting artifacts from the erstwhile Royalty? Or how would you fancy being part of a reality show where you are left unattended on a huge maze-like mansion with many tunnels and passages- left all by yourself to find a hidden treasure? Doesn’t it sound intriguing? well, That is how we would describe our stay at the Ghanerao Royal Castle in Rajasthan sans the reality show and the hidden treasure.
by interludejourney | Dec 31, 2016 | Destinations, Itinerary, Travelogue
A chilled-out retreat and the party capital – Phuket is Thailand’s largest island and just the place to go for a fun-filled getaway. One of Thailand’s most popular destinations. Phuket is best known for its sun-drenched beaches and the dizzying array of nightlife, but there’s much more to discover than just well-known Patong. This Phuket Travel Guide is to help you plan your tour in Phuket.
by SindhuMurthy | Dec 11, 2016 | Destinations, Food, Art And Culture, Travelogue
Hand Block printing is a traditional art form in India that uses carved blocks of wood which are dipped in bright colors and stamped onto cotton or silk fabric to create colorful textile. The Chhipa communities in Rajasthan who have settled in Bagru region near Jaipur traditionally use natural vegetable dyes for printing. The art is also practiced in Jaipur and Sanganer where artisans use chemical colors such as pigment colors and indigo sols for printing.
by SindhuMurthy | Nov 30, 2016 | Travelogue
The royal state of Rajasthan in India is known for its magnificent palaces and breathtakingly huge forts which stand testimony to the grandeur of the Rajput era. The fort of Chittorgarh stands out among the popular forts of India for its spirit of honor, valor, sacrifice and freedom. The citadel fort which is also the largest of all the forts in Indian crowns an 180mtr tall hill covering an area of over 700 acres with its fortification walls, towers, palaces, temples, and lakes.
by SindhuMurthy | Nov 16, 2016 | Travelogue
Menal with its magnificent water falls, deep gorges, dense forest, and ancient temples is a testimony to a beautiful symphony of architecture with nature.
