A story about the train experiences in India in 4 acts. From buying the ticket to the Hijras offering blessings before you disembark.
Category Archives: India
Thoughts on “Hippie Places”
A story about how random places in the world turned into lookalike magnets for hippies, backpackers of all kinds, affluent locals and digital nomads.
Odyssey to Agra — Why I hate sightseeing
A bit of a longer story about the detour on my way back to the Delhi Airport. “Have you even been to India if you haven’t been to the Taj Mahal?” The answer would definitely be yes, but somehow I still felt the urge to visit Agra and take that picture.
Connecting across cultures in Srinagar
A story that shows how quickly one can make friends when travelling alone.
Exploring Mini-Switzerland in Kashmir
A story about the visit of Pahalgam, which involves more horses than I expected.
Joys and hardships of government bus rides in India
A story about the enlightening experience that is a ride with the Indian Governmental buses.
A visit of the Golden Temple and Amritsar
A story about the strong contrasts provided a day in Amritsar. Featuring the serenity of the Golden Temple and the moving visit of the partition museum.
Road to Kashmir
A story about the drive on the single road connecting Punjab and Kashmir.
Starting a cult during the hike to Kareri Lake
A story about a beautiful 2-day hike on a lesser-known trail in Himachal Pradesh, India.
Among vultures, crows, and ravens in the Himalayas
A story about a hiking adventure in the Indian Himalayas.