The cycling ecosystem in Delhi is pretty good and the number of people taking to recreational and professional cycling in the city has increased exponentially over the last few years. Step out early in the morning towards India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan and Rajpath, and you will [...]
With a few long weekends coming up, a quick getaway is the perfect way to chill out and beat the city crowds. And while you’re at it, instead of just revealing the charm and beauty of the place, explore these venues and you may just discover a new [...]
Living in Delhi or visiting Delhi over the weekend and wondering what to do without spending a bomb? Read on to see how you can spend a great weekend in Delhi without doing the usual pub/ club/ movie/ dinner kind of thing. This post lists [...]
The Bhardwaj lake is a lesser known wonder on the outskirts of Delhi. Till recently, the lake wasn't on most maps and it was one of those places which couldn't be found except by those who already knew where it is. In recent times, the [...]
"The purple sunbird dances, dressed in shades of black, then the sun spots her, turning her into a mesmerizing purple, " writes Sreelekha Premjit, in her poem dedicated to the winged creature. True to the words above, this little bird, just about 10 [...]
The place I've grown up in, is thankfully one of the greenest areas of Delhi. Right behind my place there is a huge forest area, which is teeming with bird life. Quite frequently I get to see several species which include raptors, tailorbirds, sunbirds, hornbills, [...]
This has to be one of the most beautiful places in all of Delhi. A huge artificial lake, the Hauz Khas monuments on one side, large open parks all around. People with cameras, artists with their canvases, children with their cricket bats, laughter therapy groups, [...]
One of the most awe inspiring predators ever, the Asiatic Lion was once spread over large parts of the Indian subcontinent. As with most big cats, loss of habitat, merciless hunting and loss of natural prey has led to a massive decline in the number [...]
One of the most awe inspiring predators ever, the Asiatic Lion was once spread over large parts of the Indian subcontinent. As with most big cats, loss of habitat, merciless hunting and loss of natural prey has led to a massive decline in the number [...]
Explore Delhi... photowalk at Red Fort
Once again our motley crew of photographers got together this weekend for a photowalk. The mood in the group was to do some street photography. So, laden with our paraphernalia we reached Chandni Chowk.
The explore Delhi series continues with a photowalk last weekend at the Qutub Minar complex. For the history of Qutub Minar... check out the wikipedia link Qutub Minar The Quwwat ul Islam Mosque - was India's 1st mosque built and was built in 1192-1316 by [...]
A few pictures of Humayun's cenotaph in the main chamber...
Ever since the ride to Khardung-la (through heaven I have to add), I've been itching to get the camera out and clickabout. So here goes... the first part of the explore Delhi series. A photo-walk at the Humayun's tomb - Delhi. For history, location, etc [...]
The best thing about coming back home after a long time is that suddenly parents want to pamper you. And pamper us, they did. With yummy aaloo parathas and kheer. I had been fantasizing about this for over a month, and finally :) So we're [...]
