Fort Kochi is a beautiful mix of different cultures and a city that was once ruled by the Portuguese, the Dutch, and the British. As you arrive at Fort Kochi, you will feel a different kind. of vibe altogether, be it the old-style colorful buildings, the food stalls, or the churches around. Everything screams history! It’s one of the most developed cities in Kerala, yet the city is still serene as history remains alive within the streets and structures here. Now, the first question you’ll probably ask as soon as you arrive is “where is the fort, exactly?”. Well, not to disappoint you, but ther ..read more

A flower that blooms once in 12 years! isn’t it fascinating? For me, it sure is. Aah! I just love nature. A few days ago, saw this article going viral on the Internet which talks about Neelakurinji Flower bloom at Mandalpatti hills in Karnataka. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Heena Raheja | Travel Blogger (@hina_raheja) I knew I had to go and check it out. On my “Bangalore Girl’s Squad” Whatsapp group, someone posted that they are 2 girls going to visit the Mandalpatti hills are looking for 2 more travel companions. Instantly, I along with a friend decided to join. Voila ..read more

This picture is from Pangong Lake, Ladakh (August 2016) Chote Chote Steps Towards Bade Bade Dreams! I started writing this series long back, not once but twice, on Instagram. But left in-between. Now, this is a promise to me, that I will write it here on my blog and will not break the continuity and will try my best to share the complete story with you all. Wow! I can’t believe I am writing this. Well, this is one blog where I will be extremely honest. Oh, that doesn’t mean I am dishonest in my other blogs but here, you will see me (I mean read me) talking anything and everything. “Chote Chote ..read more

Ichhey Gaon is a serene hamlet on the tip of a mountain that is bounded by verdant forests of pine and coniferous trees with its astounding view of Moun Kanchenjunga. It is at an altitude of 5800 feet in the Kalimpong hills of West Bengal’s Darjeeling district. Icchey Gaon attracts many tourists and travelers for its panoramic views and rustic style. It is rich in flora and fauna. It is home to a large variety of birds like emerald cuckoos, kingfishers, finches, sunbirds, woodpeckers, and many more. The village comprises just 30 families whose prime livelihood is farming. Orchids and mustard ..read more

Situated at an altitude of 1550 ft, Dandeli is a destination for both peace and adventure. It is located on the banks of river Kali amid the beautiful Western Ghats in the Uttara Kannada district. Rich in wildlife, Dandeli is the second largest wildlife sanctuary in Karnataka and is also designated as Tiger Reserve. It is known as the adventure capital of South India with the activities like white-water rafting, jungle safari, river crossing, canoeing, zorbing, kayaking that are a dream of adventure seekers. Apart from adventurous activities, Dandeli fascinates with historical as well as spir ..read more

Being located on the foothills of the Himalayas, no doubt Rishikesh is called the ‘Gateway to God’ as it is the ‘Gateway to Char Dham’. Char Dham means The Four Abodes: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Hence, it is a known fact that Rishikesh is a pilgrimage hub with the holy Ganga river flowing through it. But a lesser-known fact is that Rishikesh is the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’. International Yoga Festival is celebrated in Rishikesh every year in the month of March. Not only it is a place famous for religious significance, meditation, and yoga but also Rishikesh attracts ..read more

Sakleshpur is a nature’s gift that has its own beauty and bounty experience. Located in the Western Ghats, Sakleshpur is a beautiful hill town in the Hassan district of Karnataka. It is surrounded by coffee, tea, and spice plantations. The place has so much to offer like from stunning forest views to historical monuments. Some prime attractions that tourists usually don’t miss visiting in Saleshpur are the Bisle Reserve Forest, Manjarabad fort, hiking to Agni Gudda hill, praying at 600 yr old – Sakleshpura Shiva temple. In the lap of lush green forests, with rich flora and fauna around Sakle ..read more

Kanatal, a beautiful & scenic, is also an offbeat hill station near Mussoorie in the Uttarakhand state of India. It is surrounded by the magnificent Garhwal Himalayas. It is amid captivating views of mountains that are so mesmerizing. Being at an elevation level of 8500 feet above sea level, this little hamlet is a treat for nature photographers and travelers. If one loves walking in the forest trails or being surrounded by apple orchards, then Kanatal is the perfect destination. To add to its beauty are the winters here when it starts to snow and Kanatal turns into a dreamy land. Kanatal ..read more

At an elevation of approx. 5600 feet, nestled in the lap of exotic mountains of Kumaon, Bhowali is an ultimate and unheard hill town. It is 11 km from the popular tourist attraction- Nanital. The best views of snow capped mountains, lush green forests, surrounded by several lakes, orchards, farms and tea estates, Bhowali is one such destination. It’s a small place but popular for being an international exporter of the exotic fruits like apples, plums, peaches, strawberries and apricots, Bhowali remains an integral part of Uttarakhand tourism. Apart from it, it’s small quaint village, which d ..read more

Day #1 | Bangalore Lockdown | A day in my Life April 28th, 2021 Hello hello beautiful people! I hope you all are doing safe and healthy (and staying at home). I literally wanted to do daily vlogging since long. I tried doing it on my trips but failed. It takes a lot to vlog and edit daily. So, this time, while there is a complete lockdown in Bangalore, I thought of doing it at home and see how it goes. I love documenting my life and sharing it with you all and connect with you guys. Doing this from past so many years on Instagram and Snapchat now, and trying my hands in this first time on You ..read more