Purulia Chhau Mask Dance
Whenever I close my eyes and think of Purulia, all I see are undulating fields, soft rolling hills, verdant forests, […]
Culture Peeps, Dances, East, India, Travel Extras, West Bengal
Asia, Cambodia, Culture Peeps, Dances, Outside India, Travel Extras
An evening at the Apsara dance in Siem Reap
I like to believe in the fairy tale, moonlight rendezvous, and happily ever afters. Call it being a starstruck child […]
Culture Peeps, Dances, India, Kerala, South, Travel Extras
Pulikali: the tiger dance of Kerala
Among all the stunning South Indian states, I prefer Kerala, and the main reason is the earthy magnitude of their […]
Culture Peeps, Dances, India, Kerala, South, Travel Extras
My glimpses of art and culture of Kerala
Kerala is all about vibrancy, vigour and life. You may think it is because of the amount of happy sunshine […]
Culture, Culture Peeps, Dances, Photo Essays, Top Experiences, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips, Trip Photos
10 Best Shows in Europe You Must See Once!
Europe is not only renowned for its stunning landscapes, historical landmarks, and diverse cuisine, but also for its vibrant entertainment […]
Culture, Culture Peeps, Dances, India, Kerala, South, Travel Extras
Kalaripayattu, a photo story
I discovered Kalaripayattu in Kumily in Kerala. The small spice trading town, surrounded by tea gardens, seemed like the perfect […]
Culture Peeps, Dances, East, India, Odisha, Travel Extras
Dance like a man I
I had never heard of Gotipua before my last Odisha trip and it is sad, since the heritage dance had […]
Culture Peeps, Dances, India, Odisha, Travel Extras
Dance like a man II
Gotipua had been a treat for my cultural senses. Rhythmic, seriously acrobatic and exotic in a most quintessential Indian way, […]
Africa, Cairo Chronicles, Culture, Culture Peeps, Dances, Egypt, Expat Life, Outside India, Travel Extras
The swirling Tanoura dance of Egypt
I heard the strains of music accompanying Tanoura dance even before I saw the show. It was while walking down […]