The afternoon rain did not stop the crowd from celebrating the Monsoon Festival of Teej at the Patan Durbar Square. Nepali women dressed up and gathered around the square to perform dances, songs, and rituals. Teej Festival is mostly celebrated by Nepali women for a happy and long-lasting marriage and also for the well-being of […]
The Old City of Bhaktapur, Nepal
Bhaktapur Durbar Square had taken me back to Nepal’s medieval period, during the reign of the Malla Kingdom. The complex is a spectacle of temples, pagodas, and monuments built from bricks and wood. It highlights the country’s ancient arts through its building architectures, sculptures and wood carvings. It also reflects the people’s cultural traditions, religious […]
Bandipur Experience
We were ready to leave the jungle of Chitwan and hit the road towards the hilltop of Bandipur. As we pulled our bags to the hotel reception, the rain suddenly poured that triggered a dash of anxiety. The thought of passing on that 40 km dangerous roadway to get back to Prithvi highway was stressful […]
Nepal in a 7-Day Trip
A great expanse of Nepal occupies the majestic mountains of the Himalayas which makes it a place to be for the adventure seekers. The country’s diverse terrain offers infinite options of medium to challenging trail routes for trekkers. Not only that. It is also the home of the world’s highest mountain, the Mount Everest, including […]
Jaipur Guide for First Time Visitors
As the driver announces that we were approaching our first destination, my sleepiness has gone and my enthusiasm has regained my energy. I got excited to uncover Jaipur’s culture and history through its monuments and palaces. It was my first time in India and I think to begin with Jaipur was a great idea for […]
What To See In Agra Fort, India
When visiting the famous Taj Mahal in Agra, a city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, one should not miss passing by the Agra Fort, situated just few kilometers away. The Agra Fort is another site that holds a significant historical value. It occupies an area of around 38 hectares enclosed with thick double-walled […]