We went to Puri in Odisha last year but could not visit the Jagannath temple. We attempted multiple times but given the enormous crowd, we could not enter the shrine. But we returned from Puri feeling incomplete and with an ardent request that Lord Jagannath give us darshan soon. Jagannath Swami, Nayanapathagami, Bhaba Tume For once, the universe seems to have been listening. We are just back from another Puri trip. This time we managed to visit the Jagannath Mandir in Puri and get a darshan as well. But this was not our first. We have been visiting Puri for 40 years now. Every time it’s a di ..read more

Kerala Travel Mart (KTM) was an eye-opener to the grandeur of God’s Own Country – Kerala. During our week-long exploration of Kerala, courtesy of KTM, we embarked on a journey to Munnar, the picturesque hill station renowned for its sprawling tea plantations, delightful handmade chocolates, and a unique cinema-themed hotel. Despite the constraints of time, our day in Munnar unfolded like a dream, revealing the true essence of this beloved destination in God’s Own Country. Chai: Exploring the Verdant Tea Plantations We had started from Kochi and after stays at Alleppey and Kumarakom, our bus m ..read more

In the heart of New Delhi, at the illustrious Kamani Auditorium, the national theatre community and a diverse audience gathered for an enchanting evening of celebration—the 19th Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards (META). META Awards in Delhi META, India’s foremost theatre awards and festival, is renowned for its commitment to recognizing excellence in both on-stage and off-stage talent across various categories. Hosted by the Mahindra Group and orchestrated by Teamwork Arts, this week-long extravaganza, held at Kamani Auditorium and Shri Ram Centre, concluded with a grand finale. To commem ..read more

Did you know that the Kashmiri language is called Koshur? Koshur Aroma – A cloud kitchen that serves Kashmiri food and Traditional Indian and Mughlai dishes cooked up a storm and delivered right to our table. But what made it so special? Kashmiri Cuisine The history of Kashmiri cuisine can be traced back to the times of the Mahabharat. Given that Kashmir has been the route for various foreign travellers to reach India, the food here has gone through myriad influences. As a result, Kashmiri cuisine is a balance between vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. While meat, both goat and lamb is wid ..read more

Amrit Udyan is open to the public once again. Located in Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi, Sundeep’s grandfather used to bring his mother to these gardens every year. And then his mother would make sure, her kids visit these gardens without a miss. It’s an annual spring ritual that Sundeep never skips and continues to cherish year after year for almost four generations now. As a family tradition for a true blue Delhiite, Sundeep now brings the kids to Amrit Udyan every year. Amrit Udyan, 2024 We know spring is knocking in Delhi when Amrit Udyan, the erstwhile Mughal Gardens, are in full bloom of ..read more

If you’re a true fashionista, you always look for the latest trends to spice up your wardrobe. Well, you’re in luck because, in this blog, we’re diving into the five hottest fashion trends taking over Gen Z fashion in 2024. From statement-making skorts to timeless classics like maxi dresses, there’s something for everyone. And guess what? We’ll explore the various fashion trends making waves this year. So, buckle up and get ready to revamp your wardrobe with these must-have pieces! Sustainable Fashion First things first, let’s talk about sustainability. As awareness about climate change and e ..read more

Be it work or pleasure, we look forward to a comfortable journey. What if our bliss is punctured by the misconduct of our co-passengers? Those couple of hours which could last over a night can become a sheer inferno with no escape route. The one who sings the happy song of the roads…you sing along with them – Rabindranath Tagore Examination season is soon getting over and many of us will be looking out for cool summer vacation destinations. While on the road, we always pray for good co-passengers. To expect good behaviour from our co-travellers, we should lead by example and be good travell ..read more

It was a cloudy Sunday noon and we were walking down Southern Avenue. The cold breeze from the lake opposite made us tug our shawls and jackets. A standee in front of Birla Academy caught our attention. There was a presentation on Maharis, the Devdasis of Jagannath Temple, Puri. This was to be followed by a Sambalpuri drum performance. The show was to be hosted by Odissi exponent Guru Sharmila Biswas. We walked in only to be welcomed with tea and biscuits – just what was needed to set the mood. It was already late and we could hear sounds from the auditorium. Guru Biswas had already started ..read more

Come February, all roads lead to Surajkund in Faridabad, Haryana as it hosts the world’s largest crafts fair. The Surajkund International Crafts Fair, popularly called Surajkund Mela, is held around this time every year. Valentine’s Day can take a back seat. Surajkund Mela is undoubtedly the hottest event of India in February. Winters are on their way out and it’s time to have some fun under the sun. What can be a better way than to attend a fair that is so colourful, vibrant, and is absolutely Indian at heart? DelhiFunDos is all about food, travel, art, and culture and so is Surajkund Intern ..read more

We in India love our Gods. We worship them, get angry at them, play with them, dress them, and even cover them with sweaters, shawls, mufflers, and mittens during winter. The beautiful interplay between Gods and humans is deeply entrenched in the Vaishnav philosophy. You can see a vibrant manifestation of this practice in Vrindavan, the divine play-zone of Sri Krishna. Radha Krishna in Vaishnavism Most doctrines of Hinduism consider gods to be a subterfuge to reach the core philosophies. However, as per the Vaishnav concept, Krishna is the ultimate god and Radha is his divine power. Krishna a ..read more