Travel

Be prepared to see the unusual, in this land of cultures, religions, customs, and food.

Welcome to Loktak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India. What makes this iconic lake even more special is the Keibul Lamjao National Park - the world's only floating national park.

How many women does it take to start an all-women travel company, set up a women’s welfare network for women in distress, write tirelessly on social and environmental issues, win a bronze at the National Ice Hockey Championship, and keep training an ever-growing number of women to be professional trekking guides in the harsh terrain of Ladakh? Just one, if that woman happens to be Thinlas Chorol.

Among the various beautiful and mesmerizing places in India, there are a few which have been given a special status of being the heritage sites by UNESCO. These wonderful sites are not just a treat for the visitors but also hold great cultural significance. Here is a complete list of these sites.

The colours, history, architecture, traditions, and the food – all of these when mixed with the magic of old and the beauty of new, create the spectacular state of Rajasthan. And these six advertisements on Rajasthan tourism, beautifully show that there is something for everyone here.

A mysteriously-disappearing water stream? Check! Include some fascinating legends, and you have a reason to visit these caves in Chitrakoot soon. Here is more about the Gupt Godavari caves in Uttar Pradesh.

A TBI reader takes us through why India has become a popular destination for foreign volunteer traveller, and why it is an essential experience for all.

At a time when the concept of reading for fun is on the decline, this Odisha couple has stepped in to make a difference. Satabdi Mishra and Akshaya Rautaray are driving across the length and breadth of India to promote the reading habit.

Is it safe to travel solo in India? Many girls have asked Swati Jain this question. After backpacking solo across 20 states in the country, and experiencing several interesting incidences, this is her answer.

King George V announced the shift of the capital of British India from Calcutta to New Delhi in 1911. The architect of the new city was Sir Edwin Lutyens, who designed many buildings in Delhi, including the new Viceroy’s House. After independence, this palatial home was designated the residence of the President of India and renamed Rashtrapati Bhavan. Take a grand tour of the President’s Office with us.