If you think of Delhi as just another concrete jungle, you might be in for a surprise. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the city lies a gem called Sanjay Van, a lush forested area offering a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts.
Flamingos in Mumbai? This was my exact reaction when I first saw an article about flamingos in the Times of India in March 2020. I was surprised. Despite flamingos visiting Mumbai every winter, it was just recently that their significant presence in India became widely known. However, these stunning pink and coral-colored birds have been a part of the Mumbai landscape for a long time.
Asola Bhati Wildlife Sanctuary is a beautiful biodiversity zone located in the southern district of Delhi near Karni Singh Shooting Range. The sanctuary is part of the Southern Ridge and holds great biodiversity significance due to its merger with Indo-Gangetic plains. It is also a vital part of the Northern Aravalli leopard wildlife corridor that starts from the Sariska National Park in Rajasthan, passing through various districts of Haryana and finally meeting at the Delhi Ridge. Moreover, it also acts as a carbon sink for the national capital region.
There are plenty of destinations in India that’s got their fair share of popularity. However, many are still underrated or unknown to tourists. Therefore, I’m here sharing a list of five popular places and five off-beat places that you can add to your bucket list.
India is a diverse country, and when it comes to travel, there is so much that you can explore. I’ve been to the hills, explored the beaches, traversed the forests and the cities. But what I’ve noticed is that only a few get their fair share of fame, and the rest remain unexplored or underrated. So here’s a list of some underrated and a few famous places that you can explore.
What is the first thing that comes to your mind when someone says Manali? Snow-capped mountains, swaying Oak and Deodar trees, gushing rivers and streets flooded with tourists. Yes, this is precisely how it is for any first-timer. But for a returning visitor, the city might act as a gateway to many new adventures.
Resting at the edge of Bay of Bengal and separated by a narrow sandbar called the Rajhansa lies Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon, the Chilika Lake. Spread across three districts of Odisha Puri, Khurda and Ganjam. The lake is a paradise for bird watchers and nature lovers.
Puri is one of the holiest cities of India bordering the coast of Bay of Bengal. While the Jagannath temple gets flooded with people seeking pilgrimage, the golden sand beaches attract thousands of holidayers and honeymooners seeking peace and serenity.
We all know about the Golden Triangle in west India. However, do you know there’s one in the east too? Bhubaneswar being the prime vertex connecting the two beach cities, Puri and Konark. Apart from playing the centre point, the capital city is also home to many important historical sites. Although I just had a day to explore the city. However, a day is not enough to experience it as a whole.
My mom is usually sceptical about driving on foreign lands. She prefers a chauffeur-driven vehicle to a self-driven one. However, this time, while planning my trip, when I asked her, she agreed on taking a Zoomcar. Surprising right! We were at Bhubaneswar to attend my friend’s wedding, another one indeed! Therefore, we decided to extend our visit for four more days to explore nearby cities.