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,...
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...
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...
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...
