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Bangkok- An Insider’s Guide

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I recently spent two days, as a stop-over, in Bangkok. I won’t say it’s one of my favourite cities I’ve ever visited. But it’s...
Karni Mata Temple’s ornate marble entrance displays Rajputana architecture
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Exploring Karni Mata Rat Temple

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Introduction India is well-known for its numerous religions, countless gods and goddesses, rituals, and many myths. Would it surprise you that it has a rat...

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Diwali - a deafening eruption of fireworks, colour, and ancient tradition.
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Feeding Sampa at Elefantastic in Jaipur
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Wagah Border Ceremony
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