Travel

A trip through the misty, forested southern ranges of Meghalaya’s Khasi Hills illustrates the population’s intrinsic bond with the land and the still-alive traditions of communal living to intrepid traveller Silvester Phanbuh
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Gemfields is making strides to create a self-sufficient and self-reliant society through their community projects in Mozambique and Zambia, and their efforts to maintain a symbiotic relationship with the environment.
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Built by the British in 1827, Uttarakhand’s colonial gem, Landour, home to mighty oaks, cedars and deodars and more recently cerebral celebrities from the plains, is where Mala Vaishnav stops to smell the rhododendrons...
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Eco-feminist and scholar Dr Vandana Shiva on the importance of green spaces and her favourite spots in the state for when she yearns for solitude
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Anuja Phadke and Sneha Mahashabde have transformed their grandmother's home in Raigad into a rural haven that allows tired city dwellers to rediscover the joys of simple living
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When visiting Provence, prepare to step into another realm, says photographer-blogger Emilie Joly Johnson who has moved to the French region, family in tow, from New York....
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Highway 1 entices Ashwin Rajagopalan with its astounding scenery, cultural pit stops and yes, its very own castle…
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A two-day trip to the erstwhile Mughal capital captivates Chef Eeshaan Kashyap, who visits a host of historical monuments with the occasional pit-stop for local delicacies
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Eight different tribes have inhabited this southern Ethiopian region for centuries, sharing its land, history and legacies. Italian photographer Jalan Sahbá composes poignant portraits of the indigenous people for whom ancient traditions are still the way of life.
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Shaunak Modi photographs beautiful corals, zoanthids and sea sponges against Mumbai's skyline
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A journey into the villages beyond Ubud in the uplands of Bali, Indonesia reveals wild landscapes, a resilient culture and two hotels tapping into their surrounds. Local writer Maya Kerthyasa ventures into the un-touristic centre of the holiday island
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The capital of Spain is a city filled with splendid views, entertainment hubs, cultural showcases and shopping opportunities. Exploring a slice of Madrid on foot, Verve is charmed by its cosmopolitan and welcoming vibe
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