heritage walks india

Centuries before highways, India’s merchants, monks, and travelers walked paths carrying silk, salt, and spices. Today, these ancient trade routes — from Ladakh’s Silk Road to Kerala’s spice trails — still invite wanderers. Step into history and explore journeys that shaped India, offering culture, adventure, and timeless stories.

What does it mean to truly know a city? For 28-year-old Taqi Abbas, born into Lucknow’s storied Nawabi heritage, it meant unearthing the forgotten corners of his hometown. From documenting artisans like Battu Bhai to stepping inside the Clock Tower, Lucknow Uncovered is more than a page. It’s a love letter to a city that still whispers its past, if you know where to listen.

Bengaluru's Arun Pai quit his corporate job to start ‘Bangalore Walks’ and use storytelling to showcase the history and heritage of prominent Indian cities.