Having spent the largest part of my life in Kolkata, it’s quite surprising to many that I had not ventured into the northern part of my state, West Bengal till the last couple of years. It’s only in the last couple of years that I frequented this region and discovered the hidden gem that is […]
It’s that time of the year when Bengalis talk about “pujo pujo gondho” (which loosely translates to the fragrance of Puja in the air). Durga Puja in Kolkata is not just a religious event; it’s an emotion, a cultural phenomenon that engulfs the city in a vibrant tapestry of art, music, and devotion. While I […]
My first trip to Digha - the most popular beach escape in West Bengal. Here's an account of everything we did.
Click to read about the best places to visit in West Bengal - an increidbly Indian state with unparalleled cultural diversity and breathtaking landscape. Embark on a virtual tour to Experience Bengal through the eyes of travel bloggers around the world.
Highlights of Henry's Island - the exotic beach destination of West Bengal
This is a short travel guide and a suggestive Kolkata itinerary to prepare you for your first visit to the city of joy. Kolkata is my city, the city where I grew up in. Kolkata, formerly called, Calcutta is the cultural capital of India, and a gateway to the eastern part of the country. Like […]
Today, I will take you on a trip to my favorite place in my own city – the Princep Ghat, Kolkata. Also spelled as Prinsep Ghat, it is one of the most prominent heritage sites of the city. Join me as I stroll on the banks of Hooghly, watch the sunset from a boat and […]
Visit to Jorasanko Thakur Bari in Kolkata. also called the Tagora House, Kolkata, this is where the Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore lived. Explore the museum of Bengal renaissance, the Rabindra Bharti Museum inside.
My post comes after a more than usual break because I was in my hometown last week for Durga Puja- the biggest revelry for Bengalis all over the world, and the greatest spectacle of my city Kolkata. I had given you a glimpse of what this festival is all about and if you have […]
The travel blog has given me the wings to fly back to places all over the world, but I realised that there’s little on my blog about my roots, my beautiful Bengal. So today, let me introduce you to a piece of myself, my home, West Bengal. And what better way to start that than […]
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