Heritage & Culture

For those who want more from a travel experience. Here's something for the culture vulture in you, for when you want to explore the extraordinary and see how other cultures make sense of the world. If you love to spend your time getting to know a place through its people and its finest museums, theatres, vibrant festivals, opulent churches, grand mosques, wondrous temples and more, this one's for you.

Hawa Mahal Jaipur, An Ode To The Architectural Glory Of Rajasthan

Also known as the ‘Palace of the Winds’, visiting Hawa Mahal is like stepping into a fairytale. The beautiful pink wall decorated with murals, sandstone, white powder and wash paintings boasts a series of 953 small lattice windows (or...

Your Top Guide To The City Palace Udaipur

City Palace Udaipur is a stunning beauty located at the eastern bank of Lake Pichola, in Udaipur the city of Rajasthan. It was built for almost 400 years, which was the outcome of many rulers of the Mewar dynasty....

A Comprehensive Guide To Jaganmohan Palace In Mysore

Jaganmohan Palace, situated in Mysore, is an extraordinary historical monument that allows tourists to observe the unique cultural legacy of the place. Its impressive architecture, engaging art gallery, and cozy gardens make the palace the ultimate destination for history...

Holi In Mathura And Vrindavan – A Majestic Festivity

Holi is around the corner and people in India must have started planning their trips. But when it comes to the most unique ones, my first thought is celebrating Holi at Vrindavan and Mathura. Unlike Holi in the other...

The 10 Best Places To Celebrate Holi, Both Inside And Outside India

Indians (and of course tons of others) celebrate Holi with loads of enthusiasm all over the world. Celebrated as a triumph of good over evil in the honour of Hindu god Vishnu, this ancient festival takes place on the full moon...

Fascinating Ramadan Traditions Around The World

Ramadan Kareem! The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, Ramadan (or Ramzan) is celebrated by Muslims worldwide. During this holy month, after a hearty breakfast, or suhoor, before dawn, the day is spent in penance and fasting. It is...

10 Of The Oldest Religions In The World

Spiritual traditions throughout history have appeared as quickly as they have faded into oblivion. While most religions preach that their teachings have been around since the beginning of time, it is only a few ancient faiths that have stood...

33 Of The Most Beautiful Mosques In The World

Mosques are holy places of worship for Muslims worldwide. But they are also a beautiful cultural part of cities and countries. Over the years, many rulers, kings, and heads of states have had grand mosques built. Some are architectural...

7 Best Places To Visit In Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram is a quaint town on a strip of land that lies between the Great Salt Lake and the Bay of Bengal. We have all heard fables and legendary stories, with mentions of the town in the...

12 Best Historical Places In Bangalore

Are you stuck in the daily facade of college assignments to project deadlines and looking for an escape for the forthcoming long weekend? The mesmerizing historical places in Bangalore are waiting to treat you with one of the most...

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