The Indian Nomad

Relationship between Monsoon and Western Ghats is quite special. It is one of the first region of our country where monsoon hits after the scorching summer. As a result, many getaways have come up over the years in the Sahyadri. I am listing out my 5 favorite weekend getaways in Western Ghats which you should try this monsoon.                                                 Lonavala/ Khandala         There is a reason why Aamir khan asked Rani Mukherjee to come to Khandala. This small town on Mumbai-Pune highway is the most famous weekend getaway and you can feel its beauty only by being there.                                                               Matheran         Perhaps the best place in Sahyadri. Its pristine beauty is delight for your eyes. It’s No Vehicle Allowed policy is unique in true sense. So you will not hear a single horn in this India’s smallest hill station. It’s only place in Sahyadri Mountains which is accessible by a beautiful toy tr

I woke up when Sea waves started touching my feet and I was fully drenched in Ocean water. I realized I was lying on the beach after the Morning walk on the white sand beach of this Village called Tarkarli. I looked up and saw both sides on the beach and there was not a single living being visible. I stood up and started walking towards the water. There was this wet white sand and as a wave arrived, the white sand under my feet moved away from me and forced me to change my position. I tried to hold me tight so that I should not change my position with each coming wave. However it seemed the Sea wanted me to learn that with each wave in your life, wherever you are standing some sand will move away and you need to change your position in life. The morning cool breeze had brought a flock of sea birds on the shore who were trying to find their meal for the day. I walked on the shores of the beach as waves flow started to reduce with each ray of the sun. Fishermen preparing for the

Konkan region of the country is blessed with some of the most beautiful and vibrant landscapes. While I was walking on the sandy beaches of Malvan, I realized the area is totally neglected by Tourists. Probably because of its neighbor Goa which snatches away all its tourists. But perhaps that was the only reason I decided to go to this small village in Malvan named “Tarkarli”. I am taking you on a picturesque journey of the place. I hope you will like it: 1)    Virgin beaches in Arabian Sea which will make you wonder of our Country’s beauty. These Untraveled places are not there on any map but increase our urge to explore the unknown:            2)    There are people who make their living not because of India’s land but because of this massive Sea. So, if you are getting a chance to experience their life, try it because each day in their life has a new adventure.            3) Traveling by a boat and tropical trees on its shores. This backwater ride can b

When you talk to a Mumbaikar about Mohammad Ali Road who some says is the toughest Competitor of Chandani Chowk (Delhi) in terms of foodies delight. People from all over the country come to Mohammad Ali road to treat their taste buds to deliciously unusual non-vegetarian delights. It has Crawford market on one end and famous Minara Masjid at other. It is surrounded by area called Bhendi Bazaar and Bohri Mohalla. When you walk down the narrow lanes of the adjoining areas Bhendi bazaar or Bohri mohalla, there are these small shops selling most awesome Non-Vegetarian foods from the time of Britishers. Noor mohammadi and Sharvi are two most famous restaurants in the area. Bollywood film stars such as Sanjay Dutt or Salman are regular here. Even Sanjay Dutt has shared his recipe with Noor Mohammadi and they serve it with his name, Chicken Sanju baba. You can walk towards famous Chor Bazaar from Bhendi bazaar and if you are lucky you can find some antique and vintage items. W