Athens, the birthplace of democracy, the bedrock of western civilization was our first destination. It has been inhabited continuously for more than 3500 years and even today, ancient monuments, relics and landmarks dominate the cityscape. Even though Athens has now been transformed into an urban, cosmopolitan hub, it’s glorious heritage echoes through the ruins and…
Category: heritage
A feeling called “Benaras”
Kashi, The feeling: Varanasi or Benaras is known by many names. It is called “Kashi ,The city of Lights” or “Rudravasa, where Lord Shiva resides”. Varanasi is a place but Kashi is an idea, an experience, a feeling. Words are insufficient to describe the existence of Kashi. It is surreal like a dream and yet,…
Tripping with Granny: An excursion to Majuli, Assam
Have you ever gone for a trip exclusively with your grandparent, minus the parents, aunties, uncles, cousins, just the both of you? Well, if you haven’t done it yet, you must plan one immediately! For it is an experience, you will cherish for your lifetime. You will discover the human side of the generation from…
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