The best time to visit Cherrapunji is October to February. These months offer the least rainfall, comfortable temperatures between 5°C and 18°C, and safe road conditions. October and November are especially good because the waterfalls are still full and the skies are clear. Avoid June to September if you dislike heavy rain. I have seen […]
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Tawang sits at over 10,000 feet in the western corner of Arunachal Pradesh. Figuring out how to reach Tawang is not just about booking a ticket. It is about planning a journey through some of the most dramatic mountain terrain in India. The road alone, with its hairpin bends, fog-covered passes, and sudden waterfalls, will […]
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The best time to visit Kamakhya Temple is between October and March, when the weather is cool and manageable. Avoid June during Ambubachi Mela unless you specifically want to attend the festival. I have stood in the general darshan queue at Kamakhya Temple at 5 AM, watched that queue stretch past a hundred people before […]
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Arunachal Pradesh is a bucket-list destination, and the best things to do here include visiting Tawang Monastery, crossing Sela Pass, exploring Ziro Valley, and spotting wildlife in Namdapha National Park. Every Indian citizen needs an Inner Line Permit (ILP) before entering. You can apply easily at arunachalilp.com. I am Chris, and I have explored Arunachal […]
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Getting to Sundarban is a three-step journey: take a train from Sealdah Station in Kolkata to Canning Station (about 1.5 hours), then a road transfer to Godkhali Ferry Ghat (around 48 km), and finally a boat ride into the mangroves. Planning how to reach Sundarban from Kolkata is honestly the most confusing part of the […]
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Take a train from Sealdah to Kakdwip, then a bus or taxi to Lot No. 8 (Harwood Point), cross the Muriganga River by ferry to Kachuberia Jetty, and finally ride a bus or shared trekker to Kapil Muni Ashram. Three legs. One destination. Knowing exactly how to reach Gangasagar from Kolkata saves you from costly […]
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The best time to visit Sundarban is between October and March. Winter months offer cooler temperatures, calmer waters, and the highest chances of spotting a Royal Bengal Tiger. If you can only go once, go in winter. Planning a trip to the Sundarbans is not like planning a beach holiday. The largest mangrove delta in […]
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I have driven the coastal highway to Mandarmani more times than I can count. Every trip has taught me something new about this quiet stretch of beach in West Bengal. Mandarmani at a Glance Mandarmani is one of the easiest weekend escapes from Kolkata. It sits roughly 170 km away, and the drive is straightforward. […]
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Kurseong sits at 1,458 meters in West Bengal and is one of the most underrated hill stations in India. The best time to visit is March to June or October to November. Fly into Bagdogra Airport (40 km away) or arrive at NJP Railway Station (42 km away). Top things to do in Kurseong: visit […]
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The fastest way to reach Varkala is by train to Varkala Sivagiri Railway Station (VAK), which sits just 2-3 km from the cliff. From Trivandrum International Airport, a prepaid cab costs ₹1,500-₹2,000 and takes about 1.5 hours. By road, take NH66 and turn at Kallambalam Junction. I have been to Varkala more times than I […]
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