Living in India is a life-changing experience. This country is a great teacher with a plethora of tests and lessons ready for its visitors. I came to India three years back for the first time with high aspirations to make a change here. Little I knew how this country is going to change me and show a different perspective on life. …
What to visit in Lucknow in one day?
Uttar Pradesh is one of the underrated states in India from the touristic point of view. Agra keeps topping the popular list due to Taj Mahal and quite a few people move beyond to explore other cities of UP. Lucknow, also known as the Golden City of the East, is one of the oldest cities of India appointed as an Uttar …
Delhi to Nepal by road: travel guide
Nepal is a country that left an immense impact on me – maybe that’s why I’m on a mission to share my experience that might help other people to visit this country as well. Moreover, if you are starting your journey from North India, Nepal is easier to reach than you might think. No doubts flight is one of the …
Best places to visit in India for first-timers
People who know I have been living in India for a few years often ask where I recommend going and what places to visit in India? Initially, this question was quite challenging for me. Since there are so many beautiful places in India, I didn’t have the “optimal destination” for everyone. India is so diverse in everything. There are deserts, …
A story of a man selling tea
Gratitude is one of the hardest life skills to master. When I meet people who tend to appreciate small, daily things, they have an invisible solid base for their future actions. Meet Sanjay Singh – a man who has been working and earning money since he was 5 years old. He started with selling toffees, pan and eventually tea for …
10 things you can experience when you attend Indian wedding
When I landed in Delhi for the first time a few years back, I had many plans during my stay. Attending an Indian wedding was one of the things on my list. Firstly, I didn’t know how to go further about it, but life gave me a chance to meet some good friends in India who made my dream come true. Later …
Do it yourself trip to Agra beyond Taj Mahal
There are many travelers coming to India with a purpose to visit Taj Mahal and Goa. If you have spent somewhat six months in India and haven’t covered these places, you start getting some serious looks and questions. There are many great places to visit in India and I recommend choosing your itinerary according to your interests, not global patterns. …
7 Amazing Budget Hostels in Rajasthan
Less than a decade ago, there were two main challenges for solo backpackers in India – accommodation and socializing. Despite numerous budget guesthouses, choosing a stay involved a certain compromise – it could be the quality of services, location, infrastructure to name a few. If you are new to India, you can still visit offbeat Indian destinations in certain areas …
25 Offbeat Things You Need to Try in Delhi
Delhi is a huge city stuffed with history, heritage, and cultural sites! Even if you google best things to do in Delhi in 3-4 days, there is a high chance you will cover just a small percent of experiences the city has to offer. But, remember: less is more – it is a tagline for traveling in India. Otherwise, you …
What to Wear in India – a definite guide for women
Wondering how to dress in India to fit into the local culture and respect the social norms? Well, then this post is for you. Though there are numerous questions to consider before coming to India, one of the biggest challenges for me was definitely what to wear in India as a woman and what to pack. Since I was joining an …