Compass: India
“Time spent in India has an extraordinary effect on one. It acts as a barrier that makes the rest of the world seem unreal.”
– Tahir Shah
India is a Southeast Asian country that is known for many things–the birthplace of yoga, a diverse landscape, natural beauty, food, culture, it’s dense population, classic dances, Bollywood, elusive catfish like the goonch and so much more. As the world’s second most populous country India offers something for everyone.
Incredible India is a land of mystery and intrigue. It is a transformative experience.
Enjoy the warm hospitality of Indian citizens and travel vicariously through the stories that will take you from the beach to the mountains, from the desert to urban areas, from farmland to churning rivers and architectural wonders. We promise that you’ll be inspired, transformed and eager to experience the potpourri of Incredible India on your own.
Hampi: India’s Ruined Euphoric Village
By Deepika AkhsharHampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the southern part of India. Hampi was a prosperous city and the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire in the 14th century. Read more
India Architecture History
Gongoni: Bengal’s Grand Canyon
By Sugato MukherjeeGongoni Danga, roughly translated from Bengali, means red-hot land. In the scorching summer months, locals say that the laterite textures of the canyon seem to sizzle from a distance, hence the name. Read more
India Landscape Nature & Outdoors History
On the Nawabs’ Trail in Murshidabad
By Sugato MukherjeeTwo and a half centuries later, Murshidabad lies half-forgotten, 215 kilometres from Calcutta, cocooned in its glorious past, waiting for its distinct heritage trail to be rediscovered and restored. Read more
India History
India’s Golden Triangle: Beyond History, Culture, Food and Architecture
By Tonya FitzpatrickThe most popular circuit amongst foreign tourists is the Golden Triangle, comprising Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra. Read more
India Architecture Food & Drink History
Mehrangarh: Rajasthan’s Fortress of the Sun
By Sugato MukherjeeTo the discerning traveler, Mehrangarh fort of Jodhpur is an intricate tapestry of half a millennium of history, intertwined with bravery and artistry. And a few dark secrets. Read more
India Architecture History
Mayurbhanj: Odisha’s Hidden Secret
By Sugato MukherjeeThe stately manor that dates back to 1804 is the residence of the Bhanj Deo royal family that had ruled the princely state of Mayurbhanj in eastern India Read more
India Experiences Luxury Travel History
Varanasi: From There to Eternity
By Sugato MukherjeeIt was my first trip to Varanasi and I was a little disappointed. The squalor, the impossible traffic jams, and the pollution added up to dispel my romantic notions about the city that Mark Twain had famously said to be ‘older than history, older than tradition, and even older than … Read more Read more
India Food & Drink History
Backpacking Through India
By Brita PenfoldA few years back, I had the opportunity to travel to India to go to my good friend’s wedding. It was a chance to get a glimpse of the culture that I just couldn’t pass up. Read more
India Backpacking & Camping
Goa: It’s Not All About The Hippies
By Ivanka YurchenkoToday Goa is mostly popular due to Arambol, its world-known hippie enclave that’s becoming more and more touristic with each passing year. Read more
India Experiences Food & Drink
8 Tips for the Solo Female Traveler in India
By Ivanka YurchenkoMany people consider India an utterly unsafe place to travel alone, and while that may be true to some extent, there’s no denying the fact that this country is beautiful and each state has something amazing to offer in terms of sightseeing and cuisine. Read more
India Insights Safety