Visiting the temples of Bodh Gaya – the land of utter tranquility

Bodh Gaya is a place of utter significance among the Buddhist. As, it is one of the 4 most important Buddhist religious places. Bodh Gaya was most famous for the Mahabodhi Temple – the temple which has “The Bodhi Tree” in it’s premises. Where Buddha attained enlightment during his deep meditation. Over the years, Buddhist … Read more

A trip to Vishnupad Temple Gaya and Gaya Ghat in Bihar

On our recent trip to Bihar, we had the pleasure to visit the holy land of Varanasi for 2 days. Following which we spent a week in Bihar. Wherein we visited the temples of Bodh Gaya. And also the Vishnupad Temple Gaya, which is located just 12km from Bodhgaya. Along with the Gaya ghat. Both … Read more

A crisp 4 days Hyderabad trip plan for family

If you have read my previous posts on Bangalore to Hyderabad road trip and Golkonda Fort Hyderabad, you must have guessed that this time we were off exploring Hyderabad. Come August and we wondered hard where to head. Last year same time, we were fortunate to explore coastal Karnataka. But, this year, there was heavy … Read more

A smooth sailing Bangalore to Hyderabad drive

While we take a lot of weekend getaways from Bangalore, the destinations we always think of are a staycation in Coorg surrounded by lush greenery, the wandering through rainforests of Wayanad, the backwaters of Kabini or the coffee estates of Chikmagaluru. But, come monsoons and with heavy rain a drive from Bangalore to these destinations … Read more

Exploring the remains of the Great Deccan Sultanate at Golkonda Fort Hyderabad

When visiting Hyderabad City, it is imperative to visit Golkonda Fort – a clear testimony of the glorious past of the empires of India. It is located just outside the city of Hyderabad. On our road trip from Bangalore to Hyderabad, we stayed in the Marriott Resort and Convention Centre Hyderabad . While the Golkonda … Read more

Must visit temples of Varanasi India

Must visit temples of Varanasi India – are you wondering which temples to visit on your trip to one of the holiest cities in India? Varanasi or Banaras (Ancient name: Kashi) is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities of the world. Located on the banks of the holy river Ganga, it’s been a revered … Read more

The must visit ghats of Varanasi along river Ganga & their mystic stories

Itihash se bhi purani, Moksha ki Nagari !! Shiv ki pyari, Swadon ki gagari !! Ganga ki god me basne wali, Kashi, Banaras, Varanasi…. Varanasi (Also known as Banaras and Kashi) is one of oldest inhabited cities of the world. Some even call it older than history. Located on the banks of the majestic river … Read more

A pampering staycation at Marriott Resort and Convention Centre Hyderabad

On our recent 4 days trip to Hyderabad, we enjoyed a couple of nights’ staycation at Marriott Resort and Convention Centre Hyderabad. As, it was a memorable and luxurious staycation at Marriott Resort and Convention Centre Hyderabad that we thoroughly enjoyed. Thus, prompting me to share with all my readers my experience of staycation at … Read more

Our 7 days Bhutan Trip Itinerary with kids

Recently we did a 7 days 6 nights trip to Bhutan with our kids. In this post I will cover the details of our 7 days Bhutan trip itinerary. And also help you customise this trip by providing more places to cover. And also suggesting a more relaxed trip itinerary which I feel will be … Read more

Bangalore to Vatadahosahalli Lake and Gudibande Fort

Day trips around Bangalore have become our new normal now a days. Over the last few weeks we visited several beautiful secluded places around Bangalore including Chhota Ladakh, Muninagara Dam, Mariapura Lake and Gundanjenyaswamy Temple. All of these were within 50km of our residence. On each of these trips, we packed our food from home, … Read more