Let us visit Rani Padmini Palace on Chittorgarh fort and learn the story of Rani Padmini, Rana Ratansen, Gora, Badal, Raghavdev and Alauddini Khilji
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The Story of Maharani Karnavati and Humayun
Read the story of Maharani Karnavati and the Mughal Emperor Humayun; circumstances in which Maharani sent rakhi to Humayun and his response.
Offbeat Corbett
First Impressions of Sitavani or Sitabani Zone of Jim Corbett jungle It was around eight pm. Mr Mehra brought the gypsy to a gentle halt. We were in a vast […]
Dekko Mandawa: the last day of Shekhawati Trip
We spent only a few hours in Mandawa. Still We came back with good memories of the place – its medieval Castle, havelis and yes the delicious food.
Meera Bai : The Saint, poetess and the rebel queen of Chittorgarh
This article is about the Poetess and the Rebel Queen of the Chittorgarh Fort – Saint Meera bai and her temple ‘Meera Kaa Mandir’
Chittorgarh Fort : A Treasure Trove of History
This series is about my visit to the Chittorgarh Fort and the episodes from the history associated with each landmark monument on the fort.
Boat Safari in Periyar Lake @ Thekkady
This article is about the boat safari in Thekkady and we would also talk about its location, history, and the impressions during the ride.
A Photo Essay on camel cart ride in Shekhawati
Come, join us and enjoy this photo essay on luxuriously relaxing Camel Cart Ride in Shekhawati, giving glimpses of village life and landscape.
Republic Day Parade
( This post was written by Rachit in January 2010.) Avinash uncle invited us to see the full-dress rehearsal of republic day parade. We went to Connaught place by blue […]
Nilgiri Tahr on the wild ramp of Eravikulam (Rajamalai) National Park, Munnar
Nilgiri Tahr, an excellent mountain climber,thrives in humid and moist Shola Forests and mountains of Eravikulam National Park near Munnar.
Buddhism: Fluttering Flags and the Floating Blessings
This article, talks about the history, meaning and the significance of the Buddhist Prayer flags that one often come across in Buddhist Lands.
My trip to Pune
(Post previously published on ghumakkar.com on September 12, 2011) I grew up with my cousin, Tanvi and Manan, in Delhi-NCR. Together, we had lots of fun. Bade Papa later shifted […]