इतिहास की क़लम से
Riya Gupta 
Kerala, located in the southwest part of India, on the coast of the great Arabian Sea, became a famous and accessible port to many foreign invasions. Cultures like French, Portuguese, Dutch, British, and even Arabs came into the country through this part of the land. Therefore, their traces are yet seen in the culture, the … Read more
Planning on a trip to Telangana? Do not miss these 11 must-visit historical monuments to live through the rich history of the land! Situated in the lap of many prominent rivers is ‘the land of the Telugu people, Telangana. This most recently formed state in India has played a very important role in framing the … Read more
Civilization, according to Cambridge English Dictionary: Meanings & Definitions is a human society with its well-developed social organizations or the culture and way of life of a society or country at a particular period in time. Spread over the regions of India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, etc., is the world’s oldest civilization, the Indus Valley civilization. The … Read more
Did you know that the city of Delhi went under a series of destruction and reconstruction before finally becoming the Lyuten’s New Delhi? That the city has lived 7 lives before its present one? In the last blog of Delhi, we discussed the historical importance of the monuments built by the Sultans of the Delhi … Read more
The serene water body, blue and green in color, white sand far stretched, and cool fresh air remind me of the time I was in Ladakh! A land of deep valleys, it has its history singing through its monasteries and rich heritage. I won’t lie, it was the last scene from the movie ‘3 idiots’ … Read more
Are you someone who is bored of limiting India’s architectural grandeur to the Taj Mahal only? Want to dig in deeper? Or maybe admire the beauty of some of the finest works by the artisans. The construction of the Taj Mahal is surely aesthetically pleasing, but India is home to many other wonders of architectural … Read more
Do you remember the fascinating chapter on medieval history from your school times? The one about the Delhi Sultanate and the rise and fall of its dynasties? Delhi, famously known as ‘Dil Walon ki Dilli’ is the capital city of India. While Kashmir is looked upon as the Crown and Kanyakumari is the Foot, … Read more
From the white Rann of Kutch to the blue waters of Daman and Diu, to the golden-colored Somnath Temple and other fine works of marble, Gujarat offers a diverse palette of attractions. From Rajkot, the City of Paintings (Chitranagri), to Surat, the City of Silk, to Anand, the Milk City (renowned for its high … Read more
Uttarakhand, also known as ‘Devbhumi’ (the land of the gods), is a state in India famous for its holiness, beautiful mountains, forests, and valleys. A state that is known so much for its trekking and other adventurous activities like paragliding, bungee jumping, etc., its glamorous markets and warm wools, and for its fabulous tourism has … Read more
Are you a fan of Roshogulla? Mishti doi? Maybe aloo in Dum Biryani? Kolkata is known for its fantastic street foods and authentic cuisines. However, being the former capital of India and the primary financial and commercial center of eastern and northeastern India, Kolkata is also famously known for its rich cultural heritage and monuments … Read more