Places

Puri, in Odisha state, along the coast of the Bay of Bengal, is well known for its picturesque beaches, the Jagannath Temple and the famous Rath Yatra. It is the gateway to Konark, home to the famous Sun Temple. Puri, Konark, and Bhubaneshwar form the Golden Triangle of Odisha. The city is famous amongst all […]

Odisha, on the east coast of India, is known for its handicrafts and tribal art forms. What if we told you that there are villages where the residents are artists and art is their primary source of livelihood? Pipli is known for its applique and patchwork, while Raghurajpur is famous for its Pattachitra paintings. Pipli

At a short distance from Bhubaneshwar are the Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves on opposite hills. They are Jain caves, which date back to the 2nd Century BC. Udayagiri Hill has eighteen caves, while Khandagiri Hill has fifteen. Read on to know the things to see in Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves in Odisha. History of Udayagiri

Bhubaneshwar, the capital of Odisha state in the West of India, boasts numerous temples dating back to the 3rd Century BC. Numerous attractions are nearby, like Udayagiri, Khandagiri Caves, and Dhauli Shanti Stupa. Bhubaneshwar is also popular among tourists because of its proximity to Puri, home to the famous Jagannath Temple and Konark, known for

The Sagar Talao, or Sagar Lake, is the largest lake in Mandu. It is close to the MPT Malwa Resort, which the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation runs. We stayed at a cottage facing the lake on the same property. The monuments near the lake are called the Sagar Talao Group of Monuments. Malik Mughith’s

The Royal Enclosure north of Mandu is the prime attraction. Everything about this enclave is majestic and regal, from the lakes to the palaces to spas and even an opera theatre. The splendid architecture and water management mechanism are a testimony to how advanced the makers were in design and engineering. Watching the sheer size

Mandu is a hidden gem of Madhya Pradesh known for its natural beauty, spectacular architecture and tales of love of the royals. At the epicentre of Mandu Fort are the village, bus stop and market. The monuments in this area are called Village Group or Central Group of Monuments. The main structures in this group

Mandu, located in Vindhya ranges 2000 feet above sea level, was a town that flourished in the 8th century. It was ruled by several dynasties like the Parmar Kings, Gurjar Kings, Khiljis and Mughals. Known as the ‘City of Joy’ Mandu is known for its natural beauty, stunning architecture and narratives of kings and queens.

Mandu, in the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, is known for its history, stunning architecture and natural beauty. It was once the capital of the Malwa Sultanate, and hence, there are many historical monuments spread across the length and breadth of Mandu. The monuments are divided into groups, and it’s best you explore them groupwise

Maheshwar, situated on the banks of the Narmada River, is known as a pilgrimage centre and also for its temple fort complex and handwoven Maheshwari sarees. This city has also been mentioned in the Ramayan and Mahabharat. Rani Ahilyabai Holkar worked diligently for the welfare and upliftment of the people of Maheshwar and has been