Hampi is nothing short of cultural poetry. Home to evocative medieval ruins of the Vijayanagara Empire and the capital of three generations of Hindu rulers, Hampi reached the height of its glory under the rule of Krishnadevaraya in the 16th century. Location: Karnataka, on the Tungabhadra River. Built in: 14th century by the Sangama Dynasty, expanded by Krishnadevaraya. Timings: 6:00 […]

Purpose: Celebrates winter sports, adventure, and Kashmiri culture in Gulmarg. Activities: Skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, snow trekking, snow tubing, ice skating, and cultural performances. Organized By: Local communities, adventure agencies, and Jammu & Kashmir Tourism. Dates: The festival usually takes place between December and February, with specific dates varying depending on snowfall conditions. How to Reach: Accessible by air (50 km […]

Chola Empire: Raja Raja Chola I (985-1014) built the Brihadeshwara Temple in Thanjavur. Architectural Feats: Known for sculptures, paintings, and massive towers. Cultural Impact: Chola art influenced Southeast Asia. Raja Raja Chola I: A golden age of temple building and empire expansion. Gangaikonda Cholapuram: Built by Rajendra Chola I to commemorate his conquests. Darasuram Temple: Built by Raja Raja Chola […]

Ice Skating: Shimla has Asia’s largest open-air rink, open December to February. Trekking: Popular spots in Shimla include Naldehra, Narkanda, and Chharabra. Manali Treks: Includes Pin Parvati, Hampta Pass, and Friendship Peak. Skiing: Kufri (Shimla) and Narkanda are top ski resorts. Solang Valley: Offers skiing, parasailing, and zorbing in both winter and summer. River Rafting: Rafting on the Sutlej (Shimla) […]

To grasp the mood of carnival and revelry in Goa, the ‘Pearl of the Orient’, try visiting the destination during festival time. The Goa Festivals are truly unique in nature and perfectly mirror a style and culture that’s free and quite singular in its own way. You will love the frenzy and the adrenaline rush you feel during the festival […]

Similar to most tropical countries, India too gives a warm welcome to the winter season, with many places still using air conditioners and sunglasses. This time of the year offers relief from the heat and humidity of the summer and monsoon months, with woolen clothes out to beat the sheets of icy cold winds in most regions. Kashmir too bears […]