Stories and Articles by Shabari Shankar

February 6, 2023

Uttar Pradesh – A Land Of Amazing Craftwork

India has been blessed with artists who create finest of handicrafts that are renowned across the world. Uttar Pradesh is no different with artists and artisans specialised in different forms of art from Agra to Varanasi.

February 6, 2023

The Mystery Behind the Lost City of Dwarka

Dwarka’s archaeological and historical background is shrouded in mystery. The city’s earliest incarnation, known as the “ancient kingdom of Krishna” in the epic Mahabharata, was spread across nearly 84 km as a fortified city where the Gomti River and the Arabian Sea met.

February 1, 2023

A comprehensive guide to Chennai’s beaches: Tourist attractions for all travellers

This guide to the best beaches in Chennai will inspire you to see the city through a different lens. It will also show you how to make the most of coastal Chennai in a few days.

January 27, 2023

Panch Prayag Travel Guide – A Holy Confluence into the River Ganges

Here’s a suggested itinerary that includes the best routes, attractions to visit, and tips and tricks for making the most of a Panch Prayag road trip.

January 24, 2023

Siddis – An African tribe in India that you have probably not heard of

The Siddis in Karnataka are an Indian ethnic minority of East African origin. But do they regard themselves as Indians or Africans?

January 12, 2023

A look at the lesser known legends of Mahashivratri

Read on to learn why we celebrate the festival, the legends of Mahashivratri, and why it is so significant.

January 4, 2023

Your long weekend travel planner for 2023 is here. Save the dates

With this long travel weekend planner for 2023, we’ve compiled a list of the upcoming year’s holidays and weekends to help you execute your travel wishlist with less clutter.

January 3, 2023

Uttarayan, the kite flying festival in India

Picture yourself watching countless vibrant kites turn the sky into an endless canvas. A silhouette speckled with vibrant splashes of colour as kites of all colours, shapes, and sizes shoot over the azure blue. This, my friend, is a snapshot of Ahmedabad’s International Kite Festival, hosted on the day of Makar Sankranti!