Travel and Tourism

Fishing village goes plastic free

Muhamma cloth bags replaces plastic bags, sets an example for sustainable tourism. arathi posted 3 years 6 months ago

The sea mouths crisis

The opening of sea mouths in the Chilika is increasing the salinity of the lake, affecting the fish population and the livelihood of the fishing communities. makarandpurohit posted 3 years 10 months ago

Saving the Ganga, one step at a time

A walk along the Ganga is all it takes to get a better perspective on the river and its deteriorating ecosystem. Here’s an attempt at it. makarandpurohit posted 3 years 11 months ago

Twin lakes of Bhoj

The lakes of Bhoj wetland that are home to many bird species and provide water to the local residents are now polluted and need urgent attention from the government. makarandpurohit posted 4 years ago

Where the holy rivers meet

Millions of devotees travel to the Mahamaham tank every 12 years to wash away their sins in the holy rivers believed to converge in the tank. sabitakaushal posted 4 years 3 months ago

At Simhastha, govt fishes in Kshipra’s troubled waters

The state machinery’s face-saving measures during Simhastha saw Kshipra river carrying more muck in her than ever. While the river yearns for revival, the government seems keen on interlinking rivers. makarandpurohit posted 4 years 5 months ago

Blessed waters of Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah baoli

A 700-year-old stepwell, built by a 14th century mystic, is reputed to have miraculous powers. It is no surprise then that it attracts thousands of devotees even today. sabitakaushal posted 4 years 6 months ago

Palace named after monsoon in Rajasthan

The Deeg palace, also known as 'Jal Mahal' for its extensive water designs which mimic the clouds and rains, is a must visit. Manu Moudgil posted 4 years 7 months ago

The abandoned waters of the Red Fort 'baoli'

A unique 'baoli' older than the fort itself where two staircases from two sides meet at a central pool, lies locked up and inaccessible even to visitors. sabitakaushal posted 4 years 8 months ago

Lounging by Laknavaram Cheruvu in Telangana

Tucked away in the middle of picturesque paddy fields and the rolling hills of Govindaraopet, Laknavaram cheruvu is the perfect spot for a idyllic weekend getaway. seetha@indiawa… posted 4 years 11 months ago

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