West Bengal

Different and diverse are no foreign words for Indians. From the Northern tip of Kashmir to the Southern end of Kanyakumari, festivities and flavours differ. Similarly, Diwali is celebrated for different reasons in different destinations, but there's celebration all the same! ...

As one of the important cosmopolitan cities in India, Kolkata is home to an array of people, be it locals or migrants. With its rich history and deep rooted culture Kolkata is also an important tourist destination of India. With numerous ...

Kolkata is a city which is known for its heritage and rich culture, along with its spectacular attractions in the form of forts, parks, museums and temples. Apart from that the spirited people of Kolkata are known to celebrate the festival ...

As one of the major tourist destinations of India, Kolkata is a state that is also rich in its culture and heritage. With numerous places that are visit-worthy, Kolkata attracts a host of visitors every year from all around the globe. ...

This October, the nation of India prepares to celebrate one of its most prominent festivals - Durga Puja. Popularly known as Dasara and Navaratri, Durga Puja is a celebration which showcases the triumph of Goddess Durga over demon Mahishasura. Goddess Durga ...

At the mention of Darjeeling, the first thing that comes to mind is Tea. Over the years Darjeeling has become synonymous with the refreshing beverage Tea, as the town excels in the production of exotic varieties of tea in abundance. Being ...

William Dalrymple's travel book Nine Lives cover Nine Destinations in Search of the Sacred in Modern India. The stories in the book portray earthy images of the mystic land India is. Dalrymple focuses on individuals while suggesting a rustic image of ...

Museums are the best means to encounter a vintage past. A historical travel through the collections of a museum gives enormous informations, through models, statues or manuscripts. People harbouring special affection towards archaelogy or anthropology, geology or art can always fall ...