Author: Hand of colors

Discovering Quba: Where ancient culture breathes

Azerbaijan, Middle East

To be honest, Quba wasn’t even on my Azerbaijan radar. Most travel blogs either skip it entirely...
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Exploring Baku: A Perfect Blend of East, West, and Timeless Beauty

Azerbaijan

There are always some things that make a city memorable for you – like some undying images itched on my memory lane. Baku will always...
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Out of the Oyster: A journey through Silence, Trauma, and Becoming

Uncategorized

After years of writing, revising, doubting, and returning to the page, my second novel ‘Out of My Oyster’ is finally published....
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Meeting the leopards of Jawai – II

India

The excursions and discussions of the first day made me aware of Jawai – its cultural landscape,...
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Meeting the leopards of Jawai – I

India

Jawai Bandh, the name conjures images of rugged landscapes, shimmery waters, and, of course, leopards. Jawai offers a unique experience, a...
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A day at Ba Na hills

South East Asia

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...
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Da Nang: Vietnam’s breezy, modern surprise

South East Asia

Da Nang, an emerging, modern surprise, was my first stop in Vietnam. I had arrived with one goal in...
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My 12-day travel itinerary to Sri Lanka

South Asia, SriLanka

Sri Lanka is a treasure trove of culture, bursting with vibrant traditions, mouthwatering cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes that range...
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Hikkaduwa uncovered: Beyond beaches and turtles

South Asia, SriLanka

Hikkaduwa has been a permanent feature in the Sri Lankan itinerary for decades now. Hikkaduwa beach boasts a history that dates to 1960s...
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Mirissa: The best of Sri Lankan coastal campaign

South Asia, SriLanka

Mirissa, a tiny jewel on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, is the perfect place for a lazy beach...
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