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.

Heritage & Culture

A Fascinating Guide To The Kodava People Of Coorg

Chaitanya Thammaya -
The first thing that comes to mind when you say Coorg are lush coffee plantations, mist-laden mountains, and spicy pork curry. Coorg is home to all this and more, but what makes Coorg or Kodagu special is its warm...
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Best Lantern Festivals From All Around The Globe

Akanksha Ghansiyal -
Celebrated across the world by illuminating various things, from rice paper floaters to candles on the ground, lantern festivals are a sight to behold. Each festival is observed for a deeper meaning, whether religious or cultural, united by the...
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Experience These 10 Incredible Ancient Temples In India

Akanksha Ghansiyal -
With India’s rich history and culture, it's hardly a surprise that the temples here are among its most valuable assets. The combined heritage of religion, culture, and tradition has given the country a plethora of architectural marvels, and temples...
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Why Is Rajasthani Culture So Fascinating?

Vandana Lohia -
Rajasthani culture dates back to the time when Rajasthan was the abode of the kings. Rajasthani culture and tradition have attracted people to explore the beautiful state, not just from India, but abroad as well.  Vibrant, opulent, and mesmerisingly beautiful...
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The Alhambra Palace: Visit The Last Remnant Of The Islamic Golden Age In Spain

Vandana Lohia -
The Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain, is a palace, fortress, and citadel built in the 8th century. It’s one of the most notable pieces of Islamic architecture in Spain. ‘Alhambra’ is the Spanish adaptation of the Arabic term ‘qa’lat...
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Lothal – A Must-Visit Ancient Archaeological City In Gujarat

Vandana Lohia -
Lothal in Gujarat is a 4,500-year-old Harappan port town. The word lothal in Gujarati literally means “the mound of the dead”. First discovered in 1954, Lothal was subsequently excavated by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).  The city was a...
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Take A Virtual Tour Of The 7 Wonders Of The World

Malavika Kumar -
Lots of people have really long lists of places they want to visit but don’t know where to start. In these times when we’re all stuck inside this is also probably true with options for virtual travel. So, why...
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Plan A Different Goa Trip This Year: Visit Goan Heritage Sites

Akanksha Ghansiyal -
While Goa usually represents beaches and parties, it’s a unique state in India. Though the rest of the country was mainly colonised by the British, Goa was under Portuguese rule for almost 450 years. This has resulted in the...
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Have A Look At These Top 9 Baolis Of India

Akanksha Ghansiyal -
In India, especially in the western and certain northern regions, there have always been issues regarding water shortages due to climatic and geographical conditions. Hence, step-wells or ‘Baoli’ or ‘vav’ or ‘baori’ (as it is called locally) were built...
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11 Destinations Related To Arthurian Legends In Britain

Malavika Kumar -
King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table are some of the most enduring myths in Britain. For those familiar with the stories, nothing brings these legends to life like visiting one of the many ancient sites scattered...

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