A visit to Varanasi, also known as Benaras, Benares, or as Kashi (meaning ‘resplendent with light’), is an experience unlike any other. This is the epitome of a holy city, inundated with religious pilgrims and sacred cows, yet it is also a city firmly grounded in…
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The Oberoi Sukhvilas Resort & Spa, on the outskirts of Chandigarh in the state of Punjab, is the Oberoi’s latest addition to their collection of luxury Indian hotels. Sitting at the foothills of the Himalayas and nestled within the Siswan Forest, this unashamedly opulent resort sprawls…
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Founded in 1577 by the fourth Sikh guru, Amritsar is home to Sikhism’s holiest shrine, the spectacular Golden Temple. We recently visited Amritsar to experience this serene and humbling sight, and, from Madeleine’s view, here’s how our experience went: Upon arriving into Amritsar, our first…
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The hill station of Dharamsala, established by the British in the mid-19th century, is today the home of the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan Government-in-Exile. It has a spectacular setting, being close to the perennial snowline and built along a spur of the Dhauladhar mountain range. When…
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Mumbai, aka Bombay, is a wonderful addition to a tour of Rajasthan. Not only is it an ideal destination to start or end your cultural immersion, it can also be a great connecting point for those who’d like to explore both the north and south of India…
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Much can be said about the Taj Mahal. Undoubtedly the symbol of India, it’s listed as a UNESCO heritage site and it’s also one of the Seven Wonders. Furthermore, it took 22 scrupulous years to complete with an army of over 22,000 workers! Shah Jahan…
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In a country with no less than seven recognized religions, there are literally thousands of temples to explore whilst visiting India. Located in the central state of Madhya Pradesh, these temples are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and were built between the 9th and 10th…
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