Unakoti: Travelogue and Travel Guide
Unakoti in Tripura is the most famous archaeological site in Northeast India from 7th-9th century. Here’s all you need to know about travelling to Unakoti .
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North East India
Kohima: Things to do after Hornbill
Kohima isn’t limited to the Hornbill Festival only. From the relics of WW II to the most picturesque treks in India called Dzukou, and from traditional Naga villages like Khonoma, Dzuleke, & Touphema to cherry blossoms of Pfutsero, there’s much to be done.
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Neermahal: Extravagance on the Edge
Tripura takes immense pride in Neermahal. This is supposed to be one of the only two water palaces in India apart from Jal Mahal in Jaipur (That’s what they say… let me know if you know of others… even I can think of another one in Udaipur, Rajasthan). But I have always had some mixed
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Pilak: Vestiges of Samatata
Pilak is an important archaeological site in Tripura, with remains from 8th to 12th century. It is 62 Kms from Udaipur, which itself is an important historical city with many ancient temples and lakes.
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Tripura: A Backpacker’s Oasis That No One Knows Of
From excellent rail connectivity to comfortable accommodation, and from rich history to pocket friendly food, Tripura is a budget traveller’s paradise that no one knows of.
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Pfutsero: An Unlikely Utopia
Inhabited by Chakesang Nagas, Pfutsero in Phek district of Nagaland is a great offbeat detour from Kohima. At 2133 mts, it is the highest and coldest town in the state.
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Manipur: Chronicles of a Washout Foretold
Manipur’s dates back to 1500 BC according to local scriptures. It is the birthplace of polo, has its own version of rugby, martial arts, cuisine and classical dance forms.
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Sivasagar: A Walk Through 600 years
A heritage-walk through Sivasagar, the erstwhile capital of Ahom Kingdom, covering monuments like Rang Ghar, Talatal Ghar, Kareng Ghar, Sivadol, Joidol, Charaideu etc.
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Sivadol of Sivasagar: The Temple of Golden Dome
The original Kolosi (Kalasha) or vase-like structure at the top of the Sivadol in Sivasagar or Sibsagar was made of pure gold. It was too meaningless a use of the valuable gold for the British. So, they eventually brought that down.
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Mechuka: Not That Far Yet Too Far
Mechuka in Arunachal Pradesh is situated near the Chinese border and is one of the farthest destinations in India being groomed as a tourist spot.
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Hayagriva Madhab Temple, Hajo
Hayagriva Madhab Temple in Hajo is named after Hayagriva, the horse headed avatar of Lord Vishnu. As is the case with most Archaeological sites in Assam, this place survives more as a living religious site.
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Kaziranga Orchid Park: Trying to Save What We Are Losing
Visiting the Visiting the Kaziranga Orchid Park and pondering over biodiversity. and pondering over biodiversity.
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