Modhera Sun Temple

Modhera Sun Temple

Located next to River Pushpavati, the small town of Modhera is quite popular for its 1000+ year old Sun Temple. The temple was built by King Bhimdev of the Solanki Dynasty in 1026-1027 AD. The Solankis used to worship Surya or Sun God, and are believed to be Suryavanshis (descendents of Sun God). Like most temples built during this period, the architecture of Sun Temple at […]

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Aravalem / Harvalem Caves & Falls

Aravalem / Harvalem Caves & Falls

Goa is the smallest state in India and is popular for its beaches and parties. The state is so famous for its beaches that all the other places to visit gets hardly a mention. Goa has several natural, heritage and historical beauties that is worth exploring. One such place that perfectly categorizes as an offbeat destination of Goa is Aravalem. Aravalem, also spelled Harvalem, is […]

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Fontainhas

Fontainhas

The beaches of Goa has always fascinated me. The natural beauty of endless sea waters, gentle waves, the shacks on most beaches, you can spend enough time doing nothing 🙂 You can spend time by just sitting on the golden sand, and feeling the mild waves touching the feet. Or you can walk along the shoreline on a sandy beach. You can even enjoy the stunning […]

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Rural Goa Drive

Rural Goa Drive

Have you been to Goa anytime during the off season? Typically, during the monsoon time, the tides in the beaches are so wild, that getting into the water is strictly prohibited. And obviously, most of the beach water sports are also not available! At this time, you can also observe that most of your favourite beach-side shacks would have disappeared! While some of the shacks […]

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Lakhpat

Lakhpat

Lakhpat is a small town located close to the western most tip of Gujarat. Historically, Lakhpat used to an important port city. During its peak trading time, the revenues used to cross more than one lakh koris (Kori was a monetary unit being used at Kutch during those times). In fact, the town derives its name due to this reason (land of one lakh koris). […]

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Little Rann of Kutch

Little Rann of Kutch

The Rann of Kutch is a huge desert that spreads across 30000 sq km. The western part of the Rann (translates to desert) is a huge salt desert, where you can find salt spread across the land. That region is famously called White Rann of Kutch, and is abundant with natural beauty. The eastern part of the Rann  is a dry barren desert with a huge salt bed […]

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Rishikesh

Rishikesh

Family trip to Rishikesh: an eye-opening experience By Akansha Negi Rishikesh is synonymous with serenity, fun, adventure, Ganga and Yoga, all at the same time. A family holiday in Rishikesh is one of the best ways to experience the unique destination differently. Having heard so much about the place, I made my mind to a plan a trip and bask in the sheer tranquility prevailing here. […]

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72 Jinalaya Jain Temple

72 Jinalaya Jain Temple

Jain temples in the region of Gujarat and Rajasthan are known for their immaculate beauty. These temples are mostly built with white marble which gives a very elegant look even from a distance. The intricacy of the work on the walls and pillars, spectacular work on the inner side of the central domes, and several other characteristics are the highlights of these temples. 72 Jinalaya […]

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Mandvi

Mandvi

Mandvi is a small coastal town that is located at a distance of 60 km from Bhuj. It can be a good one day visit from Bhuj as there are many places of interest. This post will introduce you to the places you can visit during a one day trip to Mandvi. Ship Building Yard Historically, Mandvi was an important port town, and it had […]

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Kalo Dungar

Kalo Dungar

Kalo Dungar is a small hill that is located in the in the Great Rann of Kutch. At an altitude of 462m / 1515 ft, Kalo Dungar is also the highest point in this region and offers a spectacular panoramic view of Great Rann. The view of Great Rann from the top of Kalo Dungar is truly amazing. The dry forests of the Kalo Dungar skirting […]

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