UNESCO sites in Delhi: Everything you need to know
Delhi is home to three UNESCO sites – but which should you see if you only have a short time? Qutb Minar, the Red Fort or the tomb of Humayun?
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A visit to Amber Fort outside of Jaipur, Rajasthan
Amber Fort outside of Jaipur is both a formidable fortress and an elegant palace. Read all about it here, with tips for visiting.
Travel XS review: Tailor-made tours of India
A review of Travel XS, an Indian boutique tour agency that arranges tailor-made tours. The quality of our samples – two hotels and four tours – was excellent.
Havelis in Jaisalmer
Havelis are a form of architecture common in Rajasthan, but the havelis in Jaisalmer are particularly beautiful. Read about what makes them special and which to visit on your trip to Jaisalmer.
Agra UNESCO sites: Which should you visit?
All three UNESCO sites in Agra, India, plus one extra recommended thing to see, with advice for if you are short of time.
A few days in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India
In a few days in Khajuraho, you can visit three great places: an outstanding UNESCO-listed historical site and two nature reserves. Includes advice for your Khajuraho trip.
The Taj Mahal: 9 interesting facts + 11 travel tips
Answers to all your questions about the Taj Mahal as well as lots of great tips for visiting this architectural masterpiece in Agra, India.
Mardi Gras around the world – and Mardi Gras food!
Mardi Gras around the world has morphed into a range of different pre-Lenten celebrations. Read here about how different countries celebrate!
Impressions of Mumbai from my first time in India
When I told people I was going to Mumbai, the most common comments I heard were in the form of warnings: “It’s unbearably crowded and noisy,” and “Be careful what you eat; you don’t want to get Delhi belly!” Yes, Mumbai is crowded and noisy, but I wouldn’t say it’s unbearably so. As a matter…
Mumbai Sightseeing: 11 sights in 1 afternoon
After our tour of a Mumbai slum – see this post from last week about the Dharavi slum tour – my colleague and I spent the afternoon visiting some of the more popular tourist destinations in the city, led by our guide, Jitu, from Reality Tours. Here is my take on Mumbai sightseeing: 11 sights,…
Is a Dharavi slum tour a good idea?
Have you ever seen the movie “Slumdog Millionaire”? Privileged Westerners like me are curious about slums like the one in that film. We want to know how people live, how they deal with adversity, how they ended up in a slum, and how we can help. At the same time, we don’t venture on our…
Elephanta Island Travel Guide: 7 things to know before you go
I strolled down the path, vaguely glancing at the market stalls on either side. My small bag hung on my back and I clutched my phone in one hand. With the other, I swung a plastic bottle of water loosely, half-full, by its neck. Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you click on one…