Crossing the uncharted territory: Chaari Dhaand
Its 4 am and I am driving on a surface that looks more Martian than that of our planet. The baked,...
A sip of coffee in Coorg….
Kodaimelanadu or Kodagu or Coorg: the name itself conjures up images of verdure – gushing cascades, babbling brooks, green hills,...
Step back in time in Sheki
My Airbnb host in Baku had told me, “If you see one more place in Azerbaijan than Baku, then make it Shekhi”. And though I had my plans...
Road to Lahij
Some places are simply meant to stay with you. Lahij is one of them. Long after I left,...
Shamakhi: Where Azerbaijan finds its soul
After experiencing the authentic soul of Azerbaijan and its multi-cultural heritage in Quba, and venturing into the remote mountain...
The frozen waterfalls of Laza
You will surely be advised by everyone in Baku to visit the Shahdag mountain resort. I rather skip this so oft promoted point. I was rather...
The Lost World of Khinaliq in Azerbaijan
Even if you have a handful of days in Azerbaijan, make sure you include the villages of Khinaliq...
Discovering Quba: Where ancient culture breathes
To be honest, Quba wasn’t even on my Azerbaijan radar. Most travel blogs either skip it entirely or briefly mention it as a pit stop en...
Exploring Baku: A Perfect Blend of East, West, and Timeless Beauty
There are always some things that make a city memorable for you – like some undying images itched on my memory lane. Baku will always...
Out of the Oyster: A journey through Silence, Trauma, and Becoming
After years of writing, revising, doubting, and returning to the page, my second novel ‘Out...
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...
