Kaziranga National Park: A Model of Conservation and Sustainable Tourism
Nestled in the floodplains of the Brahmaputra River in Assam, Kaziranga National Park is a sanctuary of biodiversity and a global conservation success story. Famous for sheltering the world’s largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses, it represents the triumph of sustained conservation, community involvement, and eco-tourism. From its rich legends and cultural heritage to its innovative […]
Beyond the Safaris,Get immersed in Kaziranga
The morning mist clings gently to the rolling hills as the first light filters through a canopy of ancient trees. The earthy scent of damp soil and crushed leaves rises with every step on the soft forest trail. Bamboo groves whisper in the breeze, their slender stalks creaking ever so slightly, as if sharing old […]
How the Umkar Root Bridges Reflect the Wisdom of Indigenous Engineering
There is an old Greek proverb that beautifully encapsulates the essence of legacy: “A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.” For Hally War*(69), this saying was not merely a philosophical reflection but a guiding principle throughout his life, as he dedicated himself to passing […]
Indigenous Flavours, Contemporary Palettes – A Culinary Conversation in Meghalaya
Indigenous food and traditions are experiencing a remarkable resurgence, particularly in tourism, as travellers seek immersive experiences. From vibrant food pop-ups to intimate supper clubs, curated culinary adventures that celebrate local food habits are captivating enthusiasts around the globe. Renowned chefs at Michelin-starred restaurants creatively combine obscure dishes and unique cooking methods into their exclusive […]
Eight days in birders’ paradise
Touring across bio diverse hotspots in Assam and Arunachal, here’s an in-depth account of rare bird sightings in breath-taking vistas As we made our way through rain swept hillsides, snowy peaks and verdant valleys on an eight-day birding tour across Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, each of us came back with a cache of treasured memories. […]
My Journey into conservation: Illuminations from Arunachal Pradesh
It was a delight coming across M.Janaki’s instagram handle @janaki_27. Behind each lovely image was a story about a forest, a tribe or place from the far flung corners of Arunachal Pradesh. A state that holds a very dear spot in my heart. Out of pure curiosity I got in touch with her to know […]
Travel with Curtain Call Adventures
I see my customers as my guests that I have invited along on a personal tour. Every trip I observe and try to make it a little bit more special as an experience. I belong to a generation that still remembers going to see a movie in a cinema hall with cousins, neighbors and aunts […]
The Yak Dancers of Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
The state of Arunachal Pradesh falls in the snow capped eastern Himalayan region with one of the most photogenic terrains in the country. It is often referred to as the Shangri la of the north eastern states and begs for a thorough exploration. It has been rightfully said that in order to understand a place, one […]
Buddhist architecture of the eastern Himalayas
Traditional architectural styles prevalent in the eastern Himalayas across Sikkim, Bhutan and Eastern Arunachal Pradesh are characteristically simple with Buddhist influences and carved wooden window frames. The use of local sustainable materials such as rammed earth, stones and wood is customary. A prominent feature is the window assembly known as a rabsel in Bhutan. The […]
Ani Gompas – Buddhist nunneries of Tawang district.
As a young girl I studied in a Christian convent school in Shillong run by a mix of Indian and Irish nuns. I was initially quite taken aback and then fascinated to hear about the Buddhist nunneries since I had at the age of ten assumed that only boys joined the monasteries. Arunachal Pradesh has […]