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

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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Top Buddhist Sites To Visit In Odisha

Sugato Tripathy -
“Nirvana” in Buddhism refers to a condition of detachment, an aura of blissful existence, which liberates the soul from the cycle of rebirth. My visit to the excavated Buddhist sites from the 7th century AD in Odisha would not...
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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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22 Virtual Tours Of Museums And Heritage Sites – So You Can Travel From Home

Malavika Kumar -
With so many of us confined to our homes in this time of social distancing, it can be difficult to find something to keep our minds occupied. We bring you a list of world-class museums you can visit online,...
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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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Festivals And Events In Goa You MUST Attend

Akanksha Ghansiyal -
Disclaimer: This article on festivals and events in Goa was originally written prior to the Covid-19 pandemic. We urge you not to attend any gatherings until the pandemic is under control. Please read about these delightful festivals so you...
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Upcoming Popular Indian Festivals 2022 Calendar

Akanksha Ghansiyal -
India is a vibrant and culturally rich country, where hundreds of festivals are celebrated throughout the year. Indian festivals are grand celebrations that act as an opportunity to bring together family members living far away, as well as keep...
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Jordan Is Totally Underrated So Here Are 6 Reasons Why You Should Visit

Malavika Kumar -
Many tourists don’t even think of visiting Jordan, but the country is filled with staggering beauty and diversity. Jordan is the perfect introduction to the wondrous world of the Middle East, with its generous people, stunning natural landscapes, and...
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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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