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Meenakshi is a designer by profession and traveller by heart. Photography is something that she cherishes and goes on a Click! Click! Click! spree wherever she goes.

Shopaholic’s haven is what I call this fair. It is the largest craft fair in the world and certainly the perfect blend of colours, fun and joy.

The Surajkund Crafts Mela is an annual festival that starts from 2nd of February. Every year they have a special theme state and an international partner nation. Uttar Pradesh was this year’s theme state. The state presented the best of their art, craft and culture to the audience. Millions of people come to witness the grandness of the fair.

Taj Usha Kiran Palace is a heritage property of the Taj group, located just beside the Jai Villas Palace. The palace offers three dining options – Silver Saloon, Bada Bar and The Courts. I went here with my family to attend the special Holi brunch buffet that had an exciting range of menu. The restaurant offers a mix of cuisines like Indian, Continental and Asian, which will definitely hit your taste buds.

Last month my friend @sketchesintravel visited Delhi and asked me to show him few interesting places around the city. So, I decided to take him around a short heritage walk through the lanes of Delhi. We started the day early as we had to cover 8 spots which included two food stops. I was meeting everyone at INA metro station which was midway and then, I was to take up the responsibility of driving everyone around for the day from there.

I always wanted to explore India’s first modernist architectural city, which is just 246 kilometres from Delhi. A city so planned and artistic, how could I not explore!

Owing to the remarkable and meticulous planning of the city, it is very convenient to reach the sites using cabs and auto.

Kalimpong, is a quaint town with colonial style architecture, hanging on the ridge over the Teesta River is a breath of fresh air. The town gives a panoramic view of the Himalayas, and the mighty Kangchenjunga. You will find a perfect cultural blend with Lepchas, Nepalese, British, Indian, Tibetan and Sikkimese living next to each other. Apart from being culturally diverse, Kalimpong is a house of more than 4000 species of flora that includes around 400 varieties of orchids.