THE LAND OF PLENTY: Explore Chhattisgarh—A Wild & Wondrous Adventure
THE ARYANS OF LADAKH: Stunning Portraits On The Life Of The Drokpas
TEMPLES BY THE SHORE: Tranquility In The Towns Of Gokarna & Murudeshwar
A FOREVER PLACE: Soak Your Spiritual Soul In The Timelessness Of Ujjain
SPOTLIGHT DURGA PUJA: Behind The Scenes Of The Mega Cultural Celebration

Start 2020 with a bang with this year's first issue of Discover India. Our feature on the 20 amazing offbeat trails across the country will leave you longing for a vacation. Explore Gandhi’s Ahmedabad and the City of Joy, Kolkata through our city guides. Get ready to be enthralled with our feature on braving the winter in Ladakh. Take a gastronomic journey across Coonoor and discover the heritage village of Pragpur in Himachal Pradesh. If you’re into photography, there’s no better place than the Himalayan belt, as our photo essay reveals.

Embark on a culinary adventure in the country with the latest issue of Discover India. Go on a gastronomical journey through the misty hamlet of Coorg and witness the royalty of a bygone era in Gujarat's Santrampur. Take a road trip through Arunachal Pradesh and camp under the stars in some of the dreamiest locations in the country. Stay warm and stylish this winter with handpicked essentials from Indian labels, go hunting for spices in Kerala, and be wowed by the Tamil town of Yercaud.

Explore the myriad hues of Indian culture through our festive issue of Discover India. See how Durga Puja turns Kolkata into a potpourri of celebrations and rituals, witness the grand processions at the Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri, and go on a festive food trail across the length and breadth of the country. Take in the landscapes of Spiti—the Himalayan middle land through a breathtaking photo feature, embark on a road trip across Arunachal Pradesh, and meet the Brokpa tribe of Ladakh. Go on a spiritual tour of Bihar, that begins in Bodh Gaya and ends in Rajgir and get lost in the dreamy French quarters of Puducherry. Also, stay on top of your festive game with handpicked essentials from Indian labels.

With wellness and spirituality in India as the theme for the July-August issue, Discover India zooms into the best therapies available across the country for holistic healing. Follow us to spend a day in the yoga capital of Rishikesh. Let our city guides take you through the lanes of Chennai and Shimla to check out all the things interesting on offer. Pick your favourite from the Top 10 wellness retreats, trek up to reach the Pindari Glacier, explore the lesser-known but mesmerising Himalayan villages of Bir and Jibhi, cruise through the islets of Lakshadweep, experience Jaisalmer through stunning pictures, stroll through the tea estates of the Northeast or simply, breathe in the calm that Pahalgam and Srinagar have to offer.

In yet another power-packed edition of Discover India, we take you on a journey through India's Top 10 Romantic Getaways, an insider's guide to exploring Maximum City, Mumbai, and Kochi in 'God's Own Country' like a local, and an exclusive interview with Princess Diya Kumari of the Jaipur Royal Family. Also in the issue are more informative features of two of India's northeast destinations: a trek through Dzukou Valley in Nagaland and a road trip through the virgin landscapes of Manipur. Join us on an epicurean journey as we explore a fresh perspective of India through its different thalis. If you're looking for short day trips, our 24-hour guide to Varanasi is all you need to discover the offerings of one of the oldest living cities in the world. Our Instagrammers of the month, Jovi & Vivian, give an insight into their glamorous travels around India.

In an all-new avatar, the March-April issue of Discover India brings you the top 25 adventures across the country that spotlights India as a new adventure destination. Follow our city guides to explore the capital city of Delhi, or check out the lit night life of Bengaluru. Uncover the breath-taking moonscape of Spiti in Himachal Pradesh, or tag along as we traverse through the little known Johar Valley in Uttarakhand. Also, a delectable journey through the various regional cuisines of India takes you on a gastronomic trail. And if you’re still craving for some more adventure, explore with us the wild side of the country at Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan.

WHERE TO TRAVEL IN 2019: Discover The Country Through 52 Holidays Over 52 Weekends
PICTURE PERFECT: The Underwater World Of The Andamans
LOCAL PLATTER: Cuisines That Define The Indian Culinary Scene
GREENER PASTURES: Know How Sikkim Became A State Of Organic Wonders
IN PURSUIT OF PEACE: A Mystical Meet With The Dalai Lama In Karnataka 

THE ART OF THE CHILL: We Bring You The Best Of Warm & Cold Winter Experiences
OLIVE RIDLEY TURTLES: A Stunning Photo Essay As They Come Home To Nest
A COOKING HOLIDAY: Turn Your Vacation Into A Culinary Experience
THE WILD ONES: Get Up Close With The Wild In The Jungle Of Pench
KOHIMA CALLING: The Capital Of Nagaland Is The Land Of The Brave

High on Heritage: Take A Tour Of Udaipur, Thanjavur, Mysore & More 
Into the wild: Dudhwa Tiger Reserve Whispers Nature’s Secrets
The Village Life: Head To The Hinterland For A Swadesh Experience
Darling Darjeeling: Going Back Home To Rainy Days And Whistling Winds
Pompeii Connection: An Ancient Town Of Forts, Caves & Temples

SEEK & YOU SHALL FIND: Let Your Journey On The Spiritual Path—Across Faiths—Begin In India
FORGOTTEN MANSIONS: Sidhpur Has Architectural Gems Lost In Time
CHARMING KODAIKANAL: Shrouded In Dreamy Mist Lies This Southern Hill Town
MIGHTY KUMBHALGARH: Among Rajasthan’s Many Forts, This One Is King
BEST SHOPPING HUBS: Spotlight This Month Is On India’s Bustling Markets

UNIQUE INDIA EXPERIENCES: From 29 States & 7 Union Territories
MONSOON MAGIC: Chase The Rains Through Photos From Across India
MYSTICAL MARKHA: Trek The Remote High Altitude Valley in Ladakh
THEMED DINING: India’s Most Interesting Theme Restaurants
LOST KINGDOM: The Citadel Of Mandu Sits Forlorn By The Narmada

THE RUINS OF ELEGANCE: Hampi To Burhanpur—Experience The Rise & Fall Of Great Empires 

Empires UNIQUE MUSEUMS: The Best Way To Experience History & Heritage Of India 

MOUNTAIN OASIS: Nako In Kinnaur Is Hard To Reach & Harder To Leave 

MANSIONS OF GOA: Peek Into Goa’s Portuguese Heritage At Its Mansions 

DELHI’S STREET FOOD: The Best Of The Capital’s Buzzing Food Scene

India On Wheels — Bikes, Cars, Cycles, Hit The Highway Or The Road Less Travelled
The Parsi Town: Udvada In Gujarat Is Quaint & Lost In Time
God’s Own Art: A Look At What Makes Kerala Rich In Art & Imagination
Mountain Meadows: The Bugyals Of Uttarakhand Make For A Memorable Trek
Big On Yoga: We Give You A Powerful & Healthy Reason To Visit India

HILLS YOU NEVER HEARD ABOUT—Untouched Destinations Lost In The Mist Of Mountain States
VIEW TO A THRILL—Life In The Hills In A Stunning Photo Essay
OH KOLKATA! Spotlight On The Cultural & Artistic Capital Of India
THE WA Y OF BUDDHA—Explore Buddhist History On The Road To Nirvana
SURREAL PANGI VALLEY—Beyond The Known, Beyond The Map Lies A Land Of Magic

BLOCKBUSTERS STARRING INDIA—Destinations Made Famous By Iconic Bollywood & Hollywood Movies
Hillside Haven—Kotagiri Is A Colonial Hill Station Lost In Time
Mizo Magic—Waterfalls, Caves, Hills...This Is Nature At Its Best
Zoom Into Kutch—Explore India’s Largest District Through Pictures
The Jungle Book—Come Meet The Big Cats At Wildlife Central Pench


HERITAGE HOTLIST 101—Monuments, Destinations, Experiences Rich In History & Culture
FROM BEAN TO CUP—The Story Of Coffee And Its Home—Chikmagalur
THE SECRETS OF AGRA—Travel & Explore Beyond The Monument Of Love
BENGAL’S BUNGALOWS—Heritage Homestays Of The Old Zamindars
SPOTLIGHT ON AHMEDABAD—Explore India’s First UNESCO World Heritage City


FALL IN LOVE IN INDIA: Divine Deserts To Secluded Beaches—10 Ideas On How To Start A Fire
NATURAL WONDERS Seven Marvels—Loktak Lake To Valley Of Flowers; KERALA’S SECRET—MARARI Pristine Beach, Golden Sands & Magical Sunsets; MUSIC OF PUSHKAR Bask In The Divinity Of The Sacred Town; SPOTLIGHT ON CHENNAI Explore History & Live The Culture Of The Southern City


CRUISING THROUGH INDIA
The Ganges To The Backwaters—Discover The Country Wave By Wave
WHITE MAGIC LADAKH—A Stunning Photo Essay On The Northern Region
FLIGHT OF THE HORNBILL—Take Part & Rejoice In The Colours Of The Naga Festival
IN THE AIR IN ARAKU—Take A Thrilling Ride In A Hot Air Balloon
ROAD TO SONEPUR—Method Behind The Chaos Of The Larger-Than-Life Fair


TOAST TO THE COAST Soak In The Sun At India’s Best Beach Destinations
MADHYA PRADESH 10 Reasons To Travel To The Central State
MEMORIES OF EUROPE Former European Colonies By The Banks Of The Hooghly
DECEMBER TRAVELS 10 Off-Beat Places For Your Year-End Vacation
MAJULI MAGIC Life On The Enchanted Island Of Masks


THE ESSENTIAL INDIA TREK LIST—From The Mighty Himalaya To Hill Hikes, 11 Must-do Adventures 
BIRD’S EYE VIEW--See The Magnificent Country From Up Above
WILD BANDIPU--Nature At Its Best In This Southern National Park
PRINCES & PALACES--Travel To Bikaner And Uncover Legend’s From The Past
SOUTH SIDE STORY--Fort Kochi is Another World, In Another Time 


ULTIMATE INDIAN ROAD TRIPS—Drive Through Hills, Mountains, Coasts, Mainland & The Desert 
WILD CATS OF INDIA Get Up-Close With The Kings Of The Jungle 
MAJESTIC MANSIONS The Stunning Palaces Of Chettinad Lost In Tim 
BENGAL’S GRAND CANYON An Ode To Magnificent Nature In Gongoni 
HIGH SPIRIT The Differently-Abled Cycle to Khardung La


GREAT INDIAN WALKS: Heritage, Cuisine, Culture—Explore 12 Magnificent Cities On Foot
Nubra-Land—A Photo Essay On The Magical Mountain Valley
DANISH CONNECTION—Tranquebar On The East Coast Is Lost In Time
THE LAND OF BUDDHA—A Life Changing Journey In Buddha’s Bihar
SECRET ISLAND DIVAR—Peace Or Festivity—You Find What You Seek Here 


A ROYAL WELCOME 
Beyond Uber Luxury Lies Royalty—Check In At India’s Most Regal Residences Fit For Kings, Queens & You!
WHEN WE DANCE Celebrating The Many Dance Forms Of India 
PUNJABI SWAG Flamboyance Of Patiala Beyond Its Infamous Peg 
IDYLL IN IMPHAL The Capital Of Manipur Is A City In Transition 
BENGALI BEAUTY The Soothing Charm Of Sleepy Little Kalimpong

THE INDIA EXOTICA ISSUE:

10 Experiences That Are Unique, Handpicked & Absolutely Exotic!.

PORTRAITS OF INDIA Faces Of People From Across The Country.

LOVELY LANDOUR A Stroll Through Writers’ Favourite Destination.

THE MUMBAI PLATTER Pick From The City’s Most Iconic Eateries.

THE VEENA MAKERS The Myth & Music Of The Ancient Instrument.


BEST KEPT HILL SECRETS - Eight Hill Stations You Should Discover This Summer.

HOLY HOLIDAYS - Past & Present Merge Seamlessly In Amritsar.

NAGA HEADHUNTERS - A Pictorial Essay On The Famed Tribe Of Nagaland.

HIMACHAL IN FOCUS - The Best Of Destinations, Adventure & Wildlife.

WEEKEND GETAWAYS - Head For A Break To Kalimpong And Kamshet.

INDIA’S CLEANEST DESTINATIONS
Ten Breathtaking Places For A Fresh Break This Summer
LAMAYURU MOONLAND A Raw, Stunning & Lunar-Like Landscape
ARTY SHEKHAWATI India’s Greatest Open-Air Art Gallery
HERITAGE OF GARLI For A Slice Of Europe’s Charm In Himachal
WILD ASSAM Up Close With The One-Horned Rhino


THE ULTIMATE HERITAGE HOTLIST:
Time Travel Through India From Orchha To Ajanta & Ellora.

HOLI IN PICTURES Witness The Colours Of The Famous Braj Holi.

MYSURU HERITAGE Take A Tour Through This Ancient City.

HOTELS WITH HISTORY Relive the Glory Of India’s Finest Properties.

MALABAR MASALA Travel To The Coast For A Feast Of A Lifetime.


29 Years/29 States/29 Wonders - From Mesmerising Konark To The Verdant Beauty Of The Valley Of Flowers, India Will Hold You Spellbound.

DESERT ROSE Live Like Kings In Golden City Jaisalmer.

ASSAM IN FOCUS Experience The Best of Nature & Wildlife.

RETROSPECTIVE The Best Of DI Photo Essays Over The Years.

CASHLESS TRAVEL Get Smart On Your Journey Across India.

GREAT INDIAN TRAIN JOURNEYS - From Uber Luxury to Heritage’—Experience India on Tracks, Destination Hotlist For 2017, The Most Exciting Indian Mountain Rally, Untamed Chambal, Take Flight With The Birds and Bihar In Focus..

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Discover India, India's premium travel and culture magazine launched in 1988 by Media Transasia India Limited in active cooperation with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, with a view to cater primarily to the inbound tourist. It is a beautifully presented glossy monthly, widely circulated and available at all our missions abroad. 
Discover India reflects the diverse aspects of India. It deals with India's philosophy, history, culture, architecture, fashion, art and folklore in both the ancient and modern context. It is a magazine with some thing for everyone - the gourmet, the scholar, the architect.

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