Category: Asia

Gadsar Lake, Kashmir

Trekking Tales from Kashmir – Part 2

Tall green tress, clouds touching the skies, rives with rapid currents, deep canyons, that’s what Kashmir is about. If you want to experience Kashmir, you must complete the great lakes circuit trek, says Satish Kumar. The first two days...

Dal Lake, Srinagar

Trekking tales from Kashmir – Part 1

Tall green tress, clouds touching the skies, rives with rapid currents, deep canyons, that’s what Kashmir is about. If you want to experience Kashmir, you must complete Kashmirs’ Great Lakes Trek, says Satish Kumar. I booked all the...

Cave Temple in Dambulla

World Heritage Sites Of Sri Lanka

The cultural world heritage sites of Sri Lanka in photos. 1. Ancient City of Polonnaruwa After the South Indian kings, invaded Anuradhapura, the Sinhalese kings moved their capital to Polonnaruwa. Polonnaruwa’s architectural designs, paintings...

The chariot being pulled in tug or war mood

An affair with Bisket Jatra

I always loved to participate in various festivals around Asia. One of the most beautiful festival I experienced in Aisa was Thimphu Domchoe. Here is my story about Bisket Jatra in Nepal. After travelling...

Luang Prabang National Museum

The Luang Prabang national museum

An exact replica of lifestyle in the former Royal Residence, the former Royal Palace was built during the rule of King Sisavang Vong between 1904 and 1909. His son, King Sisavang Vatthana and his family were...

Wat Si Saket in Vientiane, Laos

Do’s and Dont’s in Laos

Laos is a culturally sensitive than most of the western countries. Here is a guide on how to behave sensibly in public and get appreciation of the locals. Greet any one you see with a smile...