Sushhmita Bhattacharrya

Nestled in the heart of Puri, Odisha, away from the hum of the sea and the bustling Grand Road, stands a temple that holds a story as divine as the deities it welcomes. The Gundicha Temple, often referred to as the Garden House of Lord Jagannath, is not just another temple on the sacred map

Have you ever longed for a quiet place, tucked away in the hills, where time slows down and nature takes over? A place where every breath feels fresh, the water sparkles under the morning sun, and the nights are filled with stars and stories? Welcome to Bhimtal, a hidden gem in Uttarakhand that offers just

Have you ever dreamed of standing amidst snow-capped peaks, with clouds brushing against your cheeks, and the only sound around you being the gentle gurgle of a mountain stream? If yes, then pack your bags and get ready because Lachung is calling. Tucked away in the mystical folds of North Sikkim, Lachung is not just

Have you ever felt that magnetic pull to a place you’ve never been before? That’s exactly how I felt about Mahalaxmi Temple Kolhapur. Tucked away in a city more famous for spicy food and wrestling than tourism, this temple is an unmissable spiritual and cultural gem. Whether you’re a devotee, a history buff, a seeker

Mahalaxmi Temple Mumbai is a peaceful pocket of spiritual energy nestled in the heart of the busiest city in India, located on the shores of the Arabian Sea. When I was younger, my parents often visited this temple, and spending time by the rocky shoreline close to the temple. Trust me, a visit to Mahalaxmi

Have you ever stumbled upon a place so untouched, so dreamlike, that it felt like you were walking through the pages of a fairytale? That’s exactly how I felt when I visited Mechuka, a small town tucked away in the Shi-Yomi district of Arunachal Pradesh. Far from the well-trodden paths of Tawang or Ziro, Mechuka

If you’ve ever dreamed of standing amidst clouds, wrapped in a cold breeze while watching endless stretches of snow-capped peaks, then let me introduce you to Bomdila, a quiet little town nestled in the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh. Not as commercialized as Tawang or as remote as Mechuka, Bomdila strikes a beautiful balance

If you’ve ever dreamed of escaping to a peaceful mountain village tucked away in the eastern Himalayas, where pine-scented air meets riverside bliss and the only traffic is a herd of sheep crossing the road, then Dirang Valley should be your next travel destination. I recently explored this stunning valley in West Kameng District of

Nestled in the far northeast of India, Arunachal Pradesh is one of those places that feels like it belongs in a dream. With snow-capped mountains, thick forests, ancient monasteries, and rivers so clear they seem unreal, it’s no wonder this state is called the “Land of the Dawn-Lit Mountains.” But it’s also a destination that

If you’ve ever dreamt of bathing where two sacred rivers merge to give birth to the mighty Ganga, Devprayag should be high on your travel list. Nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, this small yet spiritually grand town is where the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers meet, forming the Ganga, India’s holiest river. I recently