Meeting the leopards of Jawai – II
The excursions and discussions of the first day made me aware of Jawai – its cultural landscape, layered history, intricate social...
Meeting the leopards of Jawai – I
Jawai Bandh, the name conjures images of rugged landscapes, shimmery waters, and, of course, leopards. Jawai offers a unique experience, a...
A day at Ba Na hills
One of the sights that convinced me to spend a fortnight in Vietnam was that of two life-size hands ancient and moist, hold the curved...
Da Nang: Vietnam’s breezy, modern surprise
Da Nang, an emerging, modern surprise, was my first stop in Vietnam. I had arrived with one goal in mind — to explore the famous Ba Na...
My 12-day travel itinerary to Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a treasure trove of culture, bursting with vibrant traditions, mouthwatering cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes that range...
Hikkaduwa uncovered: Beyond beaches and turtles
Hikkaduwa has been a permanent feature in the Sri Lankan itinerary for decades now. Hikkaduwa beach boasts a history that dates to 1960s...
Mirissa: The best of Sri Lankan coastal campaign
Mirissa, a tiny jewel on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, is the perfect place for a lazy beach escape. Famed as one of the world’s top...
A day in Galle: Wandering through the Fort
If you’re a cricket buff, you probably would have dreamt of sitting on the ramparts of the Galle Fort and watch Sri Lanka play India. And...
The magic of Ella
Ella was one of the Sri Lankan destinations I was most looking forward to. And this small hill station, nestled amidst rolling tea hills,...
Nuwara Eliya: Sri Lanka’s timeless escape into ‘Little England’
Nuwara Eliya, nestled in the hill country of south-central Sri Lanka, lies near the popular backpacker town of Ella. The lush tea...
The philosophy of the Buddhist cave temples of Dambulla
A day in Kandy had given a whiff of what a journey deep into the spiritual side of Srilanka would be. Midway between the two kingdoms Kandy...
In the Kingdom of Kandy
It’s hard to pinpoint a single reason why I fell in love with Kandy. When I was planning my SriLanka itinerary, a friend advised me to...
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