Five Places to Visit in Mysuru that are Off the Beaten Track
It is time when Mysuru aka Mysore celebrates its biggest festival, Dasara. A ten day cultural extravaganza like none other, Dasara in Mysuru is visited by lakhs of Indians as…
Chittara: The only Indigenous Mural Folk Art of Karnataka
Given India’s vast diversity, it is no surprise that it is home to several native art forms, cultures and traditions. Chittara from the southern state of Karnataka is one such…
Five Things to See and Do in the Fairy Tale Town of Obidos in Portugal
Located just under 85 km from Lisbon, is arguably one of Portugal’s most beautiful towns, Obidos. With a history dating back to the Roman Era, Obidos came under the rule…
On a Museum Trail in Stockholm: 5 Interesting Museums to Visit in the Swedish Capital
With the largest archipelago in Sweden which incidentally has been named by the National Geographic as one of the best places to visit in 2025, breathtaking beauty, compelling historical and…
Preserving the Legacy of Handlooms: Bagal Bandhugalu Initiative by Kadike Trust
The enthusiasm and fervour among a group of about 9 women and 3 men is unmissable as they gather around the large Renje aka Bagal/Bakula tree (bullet wood tree) in…
Lisbon: Five Places to Visit Off the Beaten Track
Often touted as one of the most vibrant cities in Europe, Lisbon which is the capital of Portugal is a city quite like none other. With an eclectic mix of…
Five Things to See and Do in Triberg im Schwarzwald
Directly located on the Black Forest railway line in Germany, Triberg im Schwarzwald is a town situated in the Schwarzwald-Baar district in the Black Forest. The town is one of…
Photoessay: Lenzburg Castle – A Trip Through History
While Switzerland is a country known for its stunning mountains, lush meadows and fairy tale villages, it is also famous for its beautiful castles. With over 500 castles dotting the…
Things to do in Locarno aka The City of Film
Perched on the shores of Lake Maggiore, Locarno is a vibrant city located on the south side of the Alps. Surrounded by Italy, the city in the Ticino canton of…
Hofkirche aka Court Church, Innsbruck, Austria
Think Innsbruck and it is not surprising to think of snow capped mountains, rolling hills and lush meadows. But did you know that the capital of the Tyrol (western Austrian…