Despite the hurdle of colossal mountains and inhospitable terrains, lucrative trade connections between India, China, Tibet, and Central Asia continued in the ancient times via a network of land routes. Due to their multifarious abilities – to carry heavy loads,...
Chapter XXVI What is Zen? To get an intellectual outlook on a subject that is vast and unbounded would need more than this post. Let’s start by taking a deep breath and being aware of the present. Of appreciating that you’re alive. Now breathe out. Release...
A confluence of three sacred rivers – the Ganges, the Yamuna and the Saraswati – the Triveni Ghat in Rishikesh is sacrosanct to the Hindus in India. It is believed that taking a dip in the waters at the ghat washes away sins and purifies the soul. Every...
Chapter XXV Your World Your world is as big as you make it.I know for I used to abideIn the narrowest nest in a corner,My wings pressing close to my side.But I sighted the distant horizonWhere the skyline encircled the seaAnd I throbbed with a burning desireTo travel...
Chapter XXIV The ancient Greeks defined the word “Xenial” as a hospitable relationship between a host and a guest, most often from another country. Hospitality has always been an integral part of tourism and it contributes to the attractiveness of a...
