In this issue

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.

A Royal Tour

When experiencing the famous Golden Triangle (Delhi-Agra-Jaipur) circuit in India, make sure to squeeze out ample time for The City Palace, Jaipur. The Royal Grandeur walk at the palace is your best bet to savour the absolute splendour of history, heritage, and culture that the princely state of Rajasthan has to offer.

4 mins

Back To Bliss

Brazilian Intagrammer Pedro Perestrello once fancied capturing ethereal experiences of India through his clicks, and he is making sure of living that dream every year with his wife and favourite travel companion, Renata Mozzini. He first did his dream trip to India in 2017, and has been coming back for more ever since. Here, he talks about his tryst with India, and his bucket list destinations.

3 mins

In The Backwaters

The languid landscape of Vayalar is the new darling of Kerala’s backwater tourism. Discover intriguing tales and folklores that define this hidden gem in ‘God’s Own Country’ during a relaxing stay at Vasundhara Sarovar Premiere, Vayalar.

3 mins

Keeping STILL

With verdant hills and a virgin landscape, Coorg, Karnataka is perfect for an idyllic holiday in the Western Ghats. Make Ayatana Coorg your base for an experience truly immersed in nature.

3 mins

A Trek To The Pindari Glacier

The Pindari Glacier in the upper reaches of Uttarakhand demands sincere endeavours by serious trekkers for the extraordinary views it offers.

8 mins

A Lost Testimony

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi, Karnataka was the illustrious capital of the erstwhile Vijayanagara empire before it was plundered by the Deccan Sultanates and abandoned in the 16th century. Today a large group of stunning Dravidian temples and palaces are all that remain of the last great Hindu kingdom of India. Their majesty continues to draw curious travellers the world over. SHIKHA PUSHPAN decides to take a bicycle ride through the ruins to unlock some of their many secrets.

6 mins

The Hidden Villages Of The Himalayas

Travel beyond the mainstream hill stations of Himachal Pradesh and visit the charming villages of Bir and Jibhi to get an insight into life as it’s lived in the high mountains of India.

6 mins

Following Bird Calls

Go beyond chasing the big cats at the Satpura National Park in Madhya Pradesh to discover an astounding range of feather friends and a newfound love for birding.

3 mins

Your Wellness Journey Through India

Check yourself into a luxury wellness retreat or experience simple living amidst nature, indulge in holistic healing treatments or harness the power of ancient practices, do a lot or do nothing at all. Whichever path you choose, our curated list of 15 carefully-designed, unique offerings from around the country will help you turn the gaze inwards towards creating a more wholesome you, while rejuvenating your body, relaxing your mind, and re-energising your soul along the way.

10 mins

Treasure Islands

As the Indian outpost of Lakshadweep slowly emerges out of obscurity, we discover its visceral beauty and indigenous culture, one small island at a time.

6 mins

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Discover India Magazine Description:

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.