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3RD WALKING BOOKFAIRS TRAVEL WRITING FESTIVAL

- RESHMI YADAV, OP

The third edition of the Walking BookFairs Travel Writing Festival was held Sunday, offering participants a unique blend of literature, travel, history, and dialogue.

The one-of-itskind curated literary journey brought together renowned authors, journalists, editors, and travel enthusiasts for a daylong immersive experience across heritage locations in and around Bhubaneswar.

The festival was inaugurated by noted author Jerry Pinto, marking the beginning of a literary journey rooted in the concept of "Walking through stories and spaces."

The travel-centric festival commenced with a guided walk through the historic Udayagiri Caves, where Sophia Simon, founder of De Tour Odisha, led participants through the site, offering insights into the region's rich history and cultural legacy. This was followed by an interactive session titled "A Guide to the Journey", focusing on responsible tourism by Mani Mahesh Arora, along with informal storytelling and conversations among authors and participants.