Category: Guides
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Bhangarh Fort – A lost beauty behind the “haunted” ruins
“It’s haunted” “I could feel an eerie silence, a strange uneasiness as if someone was watching me” “You know, one of my friends visited and couldn’t sleep for nights. There seems to be a strong presence even during the daylight.” Whether personally experienced or not, this is how your first impression of a fort as…
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The Mystique Chausath Yoginis of Hirapur – Odisha
A visit to the ruins of Chausath Yogini temple in Khajuraho (in 2017) piqued my interest to visit all of these temples across India. It was followed by a visit to the exquisite one in Jabalpur (near Bhedaghat in 2018) which displays some hints of modernity in an attempt to restore the original structure. These…
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The Legend of Renukaji – Himachal Pradesh
Even though it lies in a close proximity from Delhi, Renukaji – Himachal Pradesh is definitely a less frequented and well kept hideout. Situated in Sirmaur district of the state, this quiet destination can be a pleasant experience for a weekend outing in the sweltering heat (best time) or any season for that matter. How…
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Your complete guide to the breathtaking Raneh Waterfalls
Madhya Pradesh, the “Heart of India” has many underrated and hidden destinations. Located at a distance of about 22 km from Khajuraho, Raneh waterfalls is one such exquisite place – popular with locals yet mostly unknown to others. This guide takes you through a tour of the breathtaking waterfalls and highlights the necessary information to…
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A walk through Chausath Yogini Temple – Jabalpur
India has four major Chausath Yogini temples – two in Odisha (Hirapur and Ranipur) and two in Madhya Pradesh (Khajuraho and Jabalpur). For a layman, the name “Chausath Yogini” is dedicated to 64 Yoginis (Chausath meaning – 64) worshipped as incarnation of Mother Goddess Shakti. Location One of these temples is located in Bhedaghat (Jabalpur…
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