Rajasthan, the land of kings, is a state in northern India that is a perfect example of grandeur, and royalty. Known for its rich history, splendid palaces, majestic forts and lively culture, Rajasthan has always been a choice destination for tourists. Every visitor to this fascinating state is amazed by its impressive architectural beauty combined…
India is the home of yoga and Ayurveda, and there is no better place to experience either. Yoga, the discipline of breath, posture and meditation, and Ayurveda, the traditional system of medicine based on diet, herbs and massage, have been practised here for thousands of years. A few days given to them can become the…
Seeing a wild snow leopard is one of the great wildlife experiences, and Ladakh, in India’s high Himalaya, is among the best places in the world to try. The cats are rarely seen, perfectly camouflaged against the rock and snow, which is exactly what makes a sighting so memorable. A snow leopard expedition is a…
The Hornbill Festival in Nagaland is one of the most remarkable cultural gatherings in India. Each year from 1 to 10 December, the Naga tribes come together at the Naga Heritage Village at Kisama, near the state capital Kohima, for ten days of music, dance, ceremony, food and craft. For travellers, the Hornbill Festival in…
The Pushkar fair is one of the great spectacles of Rajasthan. Each autumn, thousands of camels, horses and cattle are brought to the desert edge of this small holy town, along with the traders, families and pilgrims who come with them. It is part livestock market, part religious festival and part country fair, and nothing…
The Khajuraho Dance Festival brings India’s finest classical dancers to one of its most beautiful settings. For about a week each February, performances take place in the open air in front of the temples of Khajuraho, lit against the night sky. It is one of the most atmospheric cultural events in the country. The temples…
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