पट्टदकल, भारतीय विरासत, भाग 2

भाग १ (गोकाक और बादामी गुफाएँ) से आगे पट्टदकल (Pattadakal) एवं ऐहोले की यात्रा। दूसरे दिन सब लोग आराम से उठे। सुबह की दिनचर्या पूरी करके भरपेट नाश्ता किया और “महाकूट” की ओर रवाना हुए। यह स्थान भी भगवान शिव से संबंधित है—मंदिर भी वही, और उस समय के शासक भी शैव थे, इसलिए वहाँ […]

Midnight Majesty at Maharajabada

Midnight Majesty at Maharaj Bada, Gwalior

Gwalior, a storied city in northern Madhya Pradesh, bears the imprint of every major dynasty and princely state—from the Mahabharata period and Gupta era to the Slave, Lodhi, Tomar, Maratha reign, and British rule. This layered heritage draws visitors from across India and the world, eager to witness its living history. At the heart of […]

Dong Sunrise Festival

Sunrise at Dong of Arunachal Pradesh

Dear friends,It was the beginning of December when I had just returned from my Ujjain trip. Soon after, while scrolling through Twitter oops ‘X’. I came across a tweet by the Honorable Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Pema Khandu. Interestingly, the tweet was about the upcoming Dong Sunrise Festival, scheduled to be organized between […]

Kaho Village, China Border

Kaho: The Easternmost Village of India

At the edge of India, Kaho—the easternmost village—offers more than breathtaking views toward China’s horizon. This remote hamlet, etched with memories of the 1962 Sino-India War, radiates courage, spirituality, and the quiet rhythm of village life. Nestled in the Lohit Valley of Arunachal Pradesh, the “Land of the Rising Sun,” Kaho is not just a destination but an experience that stirs both heart and soul.

Fort Baldevgarh AI

Baldevgarh Fort: Emerald of Bundelkhand

Baldevgarh Fort is located on Tikamgarh-Chhatarpur Road, about 26 kms from Tikamgarh town in the state of Madhya Pradesh. Situated above the Gwal Sagar Lake, the Fort Baleogarh from its top gives you a panaromic view the nearby town, the series of ramparts, arched gateways, and cylindrical bastions of the forts and other existing structures […]

Panna Tourism beyond Tiger Reserve

Set in the culturally vibrant Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh, Panna Tourism goes far beyond the famed tiger trails, unveiling a rich mosaic of experiences rooted in heritage and nature. From glittering diamond mines and intricately sculpted temples to sacred rivers, prehistoric caves, and Bundeli architecture, Panna is a living canvas of India’s legacy. With […]

Muhalpur, an ancient caves of Guna

Just 10 kilometers from Guna town in Madhya Pradesh, the caves of Muhalpur provide a fascinating glimpse into India’s prehistoric legacy. Carved into soft stone, these lesser-known shelters likely housed early forest-dwelling communities—possibly even the legendary Van Nar from the Ramayana. Moreover, carved alcoves, symmetrical entrances, and clustered layouts reveal signs of adaptive, communal living. […]

Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat: A Gaushala Way

Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, launched in 2015, fosters cultural unity by pairing states for linguistic, artistic, and heritage exchanges. Strengthening India’s diversity, it enhances mutual understanding and showcases the nation’s rich cultural tapestry. Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat An activity that promotes cultural unity through student exchanges, tourism, language learning, and showcasing traditional arts, cuisine, and […]

Ater Fort: The Jewel of Chambal

Located in Bhind District of Madhya Pradesh, Ater Fort is a strategically built structure in the Chambal ravines, stands on Ater town’s western edge. Constructed with mud, stone, brick, and lime, it was initiated by Bhadauria clan King Badan Singh in 1644 and completed by Maha Singh in 1668, later undergoing repairs by Bakhat Singh […]