Slow travel

These 8 lesser-known villages in India preserve rare traditions, from whistling names to barefoot rituals and eco-living.

Cocooned by oak and rhododendron forests, Jilling Terraces in Uttarakhand offers a mountain escape rooted in sustainability. From locally sourced food to mindful architecture that features wood, mud and stone cottages, Jilling Terraces reflects a deep respect for nature and community.

Puducherry offers the perfect setting for couples who prefer slow mornings, quiet walks, and simple meals. This 3-day itinerary — budgeted under Rs 11,000 — features heritage stays, coastal cafes, and local experiences, making space for connection, conversation, and calm without crowding your calendar.

From hemp-built retreats to candlelit cottages, discover 5 unique homestays in India where minimal electricity meets maximum serenity.

Weary of living in cities, Sunando Sen sold his startup, packed his bags and bought land in Corbett. There, he constructed a sustainable home called ‘Tanhau’ after restoring the land with trees.

Want to turn your home into a homestay? Here’s some advice from entrepreneurs and owners on how to start a homestay in India.

From Kerala’s backwaters to Darjeeling’s tea estates, here’s a curation of some of India's picture-perfect homestays to relish the monsoon.

In search for a more sustainable life, Aseem Varma and his wife Neetu left their flourishing careers to move to the hills. They started Brigadier's Cottage to share their organic life with others.

Shreyas is the founder of Map my Stories — a community-centric, immersive travel experience curation project as part of which, he is creating sustainable travel solutions.

Ankita Kumar and Sharanya Iyer take us through their epic month-long journey through the towns and villages of Sikkim, a much under-explored travel destination in India.