Plan March 2026 with this date-by-date guide to major festivals and global observances—from Holi and Purim to Eid al-Fitr, Nowruz, World Water Day, Earth Hour, and more, with notes on shifting lunar dates.
Plan February 2026 in India with a date-first festival calendar covering Magha Purnima, Guru Ravidas Jayanti, Shab-e-Barat, Maha Shivratri, Losar, Taj Mahotsav, Ramadan (expected), and key observance days.
This blog is about a week in London filled with firsts: first solo international trip, first layover flight, first time navigating a foreign city alone, and first time representing my current company in the London insurance market.
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Some trips are planned months in advance, while others fall into place almost effortlessly. Our road trip to Coonoor and Wellington was somewhere in between—planned, but with a few meaningful coincidences along the way. More »Bengaluru to Coonoor and Wellington: A Nilgiris Road Trip
Some places allow themselves to be discovered casually. Others resist convenience and insist on intent. Nanjangud, also known as Kashi of the South or Dakshina Kashi, belongs firmly to the latter category. This historic temple town near Mysuru is known for the Srikanteshwara Temple, pilgrimage circuits, and cultural heritage.
Revisiting Odisha after three decades was part pilgrimage, part nostalgia. From Bhubaneswar’s ancient temples to Jagannath Puri’s rituals and Konark’s festival magic, this journey blended memory, devotion, and discovery.
Welcome to Travelbugs, a new series featuring the travelogues, travails, and triumphs experienced by Amar and his wife, Mrunal, during their numerous travels over the years. This inaugural post chronicles a spontaneous weekend escape that became a treasure trove of memories. This post features the Bengaluru to Mysuru road trip, and is authored by Mrunal Pandit.
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June 2024 in India promises a vibrant tapestry of festivals.From the spiritual cleansing at Ganga Dussehra on June 10 to the mesmerizing cham dances at Hemis Festival on June 23-24, and the grand chariot procession of Rath Yatra on June 30, these celebrations invite you to immerse yourself in ancient traditions and joyous festivities.
Monsoon season in India is a time of joy and celebration. The rains bring relief from the scorching heat, and the entire country comes alive with vibrant festivals. From north… More »Festivals of India during Monsoon season
Uchila Mahalakshmi Temple: A Pilgrimage Stop on the Way to Udupi. A reflective travel vignette on stopping at the Uchila Mahalakshmi Temple during a road trip to Udupi.
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