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December 30, 2012

Snapshots from India: Readers share their travel pics

We asked you to send in your unusual travel pictures -- something out of the ordinary that you spotted and caught on camera. Here's a fresh set of responses!

December 29, 2012

IN PHOTOS: The amazing Pallava legacy

Rediff reader writes about her travel to Mamallapuram.

December 27, 2012

PICS: Winners of the best travel destinations in India

We recently asked you, our readers to vote for the best travel destinations in India. Here are the results.

December 26, 2012

TOP 10: Holiday destinations on the rise

Travel website lists out the top ten destinations that are on the rise. Take a look!

December 24, 2012

Photos: Varanasi among world's 10 most colourful places

What are the most colourful places in the world? lists out the top ten to help you find!

December 23, 2012

IN PICS: The story of the tragedy of Lucknow's Residency

After his articles on the Chitradurga Fort, Daulatabad Fort and the Bada Imambara, Rediff reader sends in this story of Lucknow's famed Residency.

December 22, 2012

IN PICS: Travelling to the heart of India, Madhya Pradesh

travelled to Madhya Pradesh and returned with these memories.

December 21, 2012

According to the latest Hotel Price Index report by Hotels.com, Indian metros dominated the top 10 favourite Indian destinationslist amongst international travellers.

December 20, 2012

PICS: Breathtaking scenes from India and around the world

We asked you to send in your unusual travel pictures -- something out of the ordinary that you spotted and caught on camera. Here's a fresh set of responses!

December 19, 2012

TOP 10: Travel destinations for New Year's Eve

Travel and food writer, nurtures an enduring passion for new places and experiences and a deep affection for old haunts. She lists out the best travel destinations for this New Year's Eve.

December 17, 2012

PICS: Top 10 holiday destinations in India

shares her favourite holiday vacations in India this year.

December 16, 2012

Readers share their best nature and wildlife photos

We recently invited you, our readers, to share with us the best nature and wildlife photos you may have shot. Here is the first set of responses.

December 15, 2012

Top 5: Travel pictures from around India

We asked you to send in your unusual travel pictures -- something out of the ordinary that you spotted and caught on camera. Here's a fresh set of responses!

December 14, 2012

VOTE: The BEST travel destination in India

We are asking you, our readers to vote for the best travel destination in the country. Tell us!

December 11, 2012

My solo bike trip: Footloose in the Himalayas

writes about his solo bike journey from Mumbai to the Changthang Plateau in Ladakh. Riding Solo To The Top Of The World was the first documentary produced by Dirt Track Productions.

December 09, 2012

IN PICS: The BEST New Year's Eve parties in the world!

As the world gears up to welcome 2013, Vatsala Chhibber tells you about the best new year celebrations across the world. Which one would you like to attend?

December 08, 2012

IN PICS: The magical fairytale town of Torun

Media professional and traveller writes about her tryst with Torun, the city of gingerbread men.

December 07, 2012

STUNNING: The BEST wildlife photographs of the year!

We bring you the best pictures from Wildlife Awards 2012. Text and Photograph courtesy magazine.

December 06, 2012

Motorcycle Diaries: Riding to Goa on an Enfield

participated in Rider Mania joining hundreds of Enfield riders on a trip to India's beach paradise -- Goa. He shares his experiences with us.

December 02, 2012

Pics: Exploring a chunk of India's forgotten history

Orchha is a medieval architectural marvel that puts modern towns to shame. We explore a chunk of India's forgotten history through this erstwhile royal capital.

December 01, 2012

The amazing story of Lucknow's Bada Imambara

who has been fort-hopping visited the Bada Imambara of Lucknow and returned with this story!

November 28, 2012

PHOTOS: Majestic waterfalls, shimmering lakes & more

We asked you to send in your unusual travel pictures -- something out of the ordinary that you spotted and caught on camera. Here's a fresh set of responses! And if you want to contribute, post your pictures here!

November 26, 2012

IN PICS: Stunning water bodies and more

November 24, 2012

10 really annoying habits of fellow travellers

loves to travel. What she doesn't love are annoying co-passengers. Here are ten reasons why!

November 22, 2012

STUNNING PHOTOS: The historic city of Segovia

is a media professional and traveller who recently visited Segovia in Spain. Here is her travelogue:

November 20, 2012

IN PICS: Go skiing in Gulmarg this winter

After going dune-bashing in Rajasthan , Co-Founder Farinto.com went the other extreme and tried out skiing in Gulmarg.

IN PICS: From the Himalayas to Greece and beyond

November 18, 2012

From Om Beach to the Eiffel Tower: Reader's travel pics!

We asked you to send in your unusual travel pictures -- something out of the ordinary that you spotted and caught it on camera. Here's the fresh set of responses!

November 17, 2012

Photos: Falling in love with nature

Rediff reader sent us these pictures of her visit to Lakshman Sagar in Rajasthan, a 19th century hunting lodge which is now a resort.

November 13, 2012

Reader travel pics from around the world

We asked you to send in your unusual travel pictures -- something out of the ordinary that you spotted and caught it on camera. Here's the fresh set of responses! Want to contribute? Post your pictures now!

November 12, 2012

7 must-see geological wonders in India

TripAdvisor picks seven unique geological formations in India you absolutely must visit.

November 10, 2012

PHOTOS: 11 unique experiences in India

Bringing you Hotels.com's guide to 11 unique experiences in India

November 09, 2012

Your unusual travel pics from around the world

Yesterday, we asked you to send in your unusual travel pictures -- something out of the ordinary that you spotted and caught it on camera. Here's the first set of responses! Want to contribute? Post your pictures too!

IN PICS: Dune-bashing in Rajasthan

Dilshad Master went dune-bashing in Rajasthan and returned with these memories.

November 08, 2012

How India celebrates Diwali

The Hindu festival of lights, Diwali is celebrated by across the country and indeed the world to mark the triumph of good over evil. While lighting oil lamps and bursting firecrackers are the norm during this occasion, did you know that there are actually different significances and ways of celebrating the festival in different parts of India? Read on!

Share your unusual travel pictures with us!

Spotted something out of the ordinary and caught it on camera? Send it in! We are inviting you to share your unique, original travel photographs with us on Rediff ZaraBol and we will publish the best of the images on Rediff.com!

November 07, 2012

IN PICS: The indomitable Daulatabad Fort of Aurangabad

After his piece on India's hidden gem of Chitradurga Fort, Rediff reader sent us this travelogue on his visit to Aurangabad's Daulatabad Fort.

November 04, 2012

The breathtaking Himalayan town of Kalimpong

Bornav Raychaudhury goes on a journey to this beautiful Himalayan town in West Bengal.

November 03, 2012

IN PICS: Top 10 heritage hotels in India

Tripadvisor.in lists out the best of India's heritage hotels you must head to this festive season.

October 30, 2012

PHOTOS: Postcards from Sri Lanka

Rediff.com's visited Sri Lanka and returned with these photographs.

October 29, 2012

Live exhibition of photographs from Sri Lanka

Rediff.com's Abhishek Mande shares photos of Sri Lanka on Rediff ZaraBol from 3.30 pm onwards today!

October 28, 2012

IN PICS: The seductive Flamenco dancers

Having visited around 25 countries makes one of the few Indian solo women globe trotters. While in Spain Nisha couldn't help but be drawn by the Flamenco dancers.

October 27, 2012

PICS: Myriad shades of India

We invited you to share pictures from your travels with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here is a fresh batch of pictures that you posted.

October 25, 2012

IN PICS: Breathtaking Indian landscapes

We invited you to share pictures from your travels with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here is a fresh batch of pictures that you posted.

October 23, 2012

TOP 5: The best taxis in the world

A recent Hotels.com survey reveals just which city boasts of the best cabs in the world. Read on!

October 22, 2012

Your Photos: Slices of life

We're inviting you to share pictures from your life -- your city, your street corner, your favourite hangout with us.

October 20, 2012

Captured: Stunning photos from around the world

We invited you to share pictures from your travels with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here is a fresh batch of pictures that you posted.

October 17, 2012

PICS: On a road trip in Malaysia

was part of the Malasia Tourism Hunt recently. She came back with these pictures and truckloads of memories.

October 16, 2012

IN PICS: India's hidden gem, the Chitradurga Fort

Rediff reader discovered a hidden gem in the form of the Chitradurga Fort. Read on.

October 14, 2012

DON'T MISS: Travel pictures from around the world

We invited you to share pictures from your travels with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here is a fresh batch of pictures that you posted.

October 13, 2012

PICS: A travel adventure visiting India's amazing caves

Travel website TripAdvisor.in recommends visiting these sites, reminders of India's glorious heritage over centuries.

October 09, 2012

IN PICS: Goa, a paradise by the sea

travelled to Goa recently and returned with these pictures.

October 04, 2012

STUNNING PHOTOS: The heavenly Kingdom of Bhutan

visited Bhutan and returned with a bagful of memories. Read on!

October 01, 2012

Remembering Mahatma Gandhi: 5 must-visit memorials

As the nation celebrates the 143rd birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi on October 2, TripAdvisor has come out with a list of the five most highly rated attractions closely associated with the Father of the Nation.

September 28, 2012

PICS: The Golden Temple, an oasis of calm and tranquility

The moment I was inside, I felt I had arrived in a different world. The chanting of hymns and the spiritually calming atmosphere took me into a trance-like state, says .

September 13, 2012

Travel: 10 weekend destinations around Kolkata

Life in the metros can be more taxing than you can imagine and nothing is more welcome than a weekend getaway. lists out her favourite places around Kolkata.

September 12, 2012

IN PICS: The amazing city of Amritsar

writes about the stuff you can do (and eat) in the city of the Golden Temple.

September 11, 2012

Travel Photos: The mesmerising Valley of Flowers

GetAhead reader shares pictures of her trek to the Valley of Flowers and Hemkunt Sahib in Uttarakhand.

September 07, 2012

Travel: My top 5 trekking trails in the Himalayas

A trek a year is a must, says former foreign secretary Shyam Saran who has been at it for over 20 years. Here he lists his favourite five, all in the Himalayas.

August 31, 2012

DIRTY secrets hotels DON'T want you to know!

From urine in the whiskey bottles to filthy TV remotes and what not to do with your towel, hotel employees have revealed all the dirty secrets of their establishment in a discussion on the net.

August 30, 2012

PICS: 10 best weekend getaways around Mumbai

Want to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life? Here's a list of places around Mumbai to unwind and relax after a long and hectic week.

August 28, 2012

DON'T MISS: The BEST eateries in Ahmedabad

Harnoor Channi-Tiwary lists out the places to visit and eat while in Ahmedabad.

August 21, 2012

Books, food, tradition: Memories of growing up in Kolkata

Oh, the city of Joy! Kolkata, or Calcutta, is a wonderfully old-fashioned and archaic city. Abhik Bhattacherji takes a nostalgic look at his hometown and gives us the lowdown on what you must do when you come visiting.

August 18, 2012

TOP 15: Amazing travel attractions Indians love to visit!

TripAdvisor recently unveiled a list of 15 most popular attractions amongst Indian travellers. Take a look at the places we simply love visiting.

August 16, 2012

TOP 8: Reasons why you MUST visit India

Get Ahead reader on eight compelling reasons why one MUST visit and explore India.

August 13, 2012

TOP 10: Travel pictures from around the world

We invited you to share pictures from your travels with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here is a fresh batch of pictures that you posted.

August 11, 2012

IN PICS: 18 AMAZING travel destinations in Australia

Tourism Australia lists out some of the best places to travel to Down Under!

August 10, 2012

10 AMAZING PICS: Trekking up to the Everest Base Camp!

Rediff reader is an academician from Gurgaon who blogs at Travel Tales from India. She ttrekked up to Everest Base Camp in May 2012 and sent us these amazing pictures.

August 09, 2012

IN PICS: Top 10 cuisines in the world

Indian dishes make it to the list. 27,000 travellers from around the world were asked by Hotels.com about their most favourite cuisine while on holiday. Here are the results!

August 01, 2012

TOP 20: The BEST travel photos from across the world

We invited you to share pictures from your travels with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here is a fresh batch of pictures that you posted.

July 26, 2012

TOP 15: Readers share their travel pictures!

We invited you to share pictures from your travels with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here is a fresh batch of pictures that you posted.

July 12, 2012

IN PICS: India's most SPECTACULAR highways

lists the ten most exciting Indian highways that you can drive on.

July 11, 2012

Chennai gets its own Golden Temple

introduces readers to the beautiful Sri Venugopalaswamy Temple in Gopalapuram, Chennai.

July 10, 2012

TOP 10: Foods to eat before you DIE!

Huffington Post recently drew up a list of the most iconic dishes around the world that you must try before you die. Any idea how did India rank? Take a look.

London Olympics: 5 travel tips to make the most of it

Travelling to London for the Olympics? A hotel booking expert tells you how to survive the biggest event of the year.

July 06, 2012

TOP 10: Things you MUST DO in Mumbai

Delhi-based visited the city of dreams and drew up this list for you, our readers!

July 05, 2012

Photos: 12 best monsoon getaways in India

We bring you the best places to enjoy the rains to the fullest!

July 03, 2012

Top 10: Most searched trains in India

Railyatri.in released this exclusive list of the most searched for trains in India. Check out just what trains India is searching for.

June 30, 2012

AMAZING PICS: Stunning Leh-Ladakh landscapes

We invited to hold a live exhibition of his Leh-Ladakh pictures on Rediff ZaraBol. Here are some breathtaking pictures he shot and shared with us.

June 29, 2012

World's TOP 10 hotels: Taj Lands End makes the cut!

World's leading online travel agency has placed Taj Lands End at Mumbai on its list of world's best-reviewed hotels.

June 28, 2012

YOUR PICS: Top 10 STUNNING landscapes in the world

We invited you to share pictures from your travels with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here is a fresh batch of pictures that you posted.

June 27, 2012

Escape to the hills: Top 5 getaways near Chennai

The tourism 'off season' is now on, but it is a good time to visit high ground -- these destinations are green, cool, wildlife-rich, even a little adventurous

June 19, 2012

PIX: 7 amazing destinations to explore in Europe

Here are some of the best places in Europe to chill out and get your groove back -- slowly, leisurely and enjoyably.

LIVE EXHIBITION of Ladakh photos! Click here!

of Travelling Lens will share with us pictures from and memories of his various trips to Ladakh on Rediff ZaraBol from 2pm onwards today!

June 18, 2012

TOP 10: Readers' travel pics from across the world!

We invited you to share pictures from your travels with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here is a fresh batch of pictures that you posted.

June 16, 2012

IN PICS: Sandhya Mridul takes us on a tour of Hong Kong!

visited Asia's World City and came back with these memories.

June 15, 2012

IN PICS: World's TOP 20 destinations for 2012

MasterCard's 'Worldwide Index of Global Destination Cities' has come up with a list of the top 20 global destinations that will see a huge stream of visitors in 2012.

June 13, 2012

TOP 18: Breathtaking pictures of India by our readers

We'd invited you, our readers, to share pictures from your travels with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here are some images we've received so far!

June 12, 2012

STUNNING PICS: Readers share their travel photos!

We'd invited you, our readers, to share pictures from your summer vacations with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here are some images we've received so far!

June 11, 2012

IN PICS: Top 25 destinations in India

lists out the must-visit destinations in our country. Guess which one topped the list?

June 04, 2012

Photos: The 7 most breathtaking waterfalls in India

They are a photographer's ultimate fantasty, a filmmaker's wet dream come true and a dream-come-true for weary trekkers. Check out India's best waterfall destinations.

June 01, 2012

TOP 3: India's best-kept secret travel destinations

took off to find some peace and came across these three hidden gems not very far from the country's capital

May 08, 2012

TOP 15: MUST-VISIT summer destinations in India!

suggests 15 Indian travel destinations where you can cool off your heels this summer.

May 04, 2012

Share your UNUSUAL SUMMER PICS with us!

Post your HIGH-RESOLUTION unusual summer pictures on Rediff ZaraBol and we'll publish the most interesting ones right here on rediff.com and in India Abroad.

STUNNING PICS: Top 25 destinations in the world

TripAdvisor announced its list of top travel destinations that were chosen by travellers across the world. Check out what city you must head to before this year draws to a close.

April 12, 2012

QUIZ: Where are these FAMOUS MONUMENTS located?

These may not be as famous as the Taj or the Gateway but they're landmarks nonetheless. Do you know where they are located? Take this quiz and find out!

April 09, 2012

IN PICS: Top 10 beach destinations in Asia!

announced its list of top beach destinations that were chosen by millions of travellers across the world. Check out which beaches you must hit this summer in Asia.

April 05, 2012

IN PICS: The most visited sacred sites in the world

Travel magazine Travel+Leisure drew up a list of the most visited sacred sites in the world. Here's a list of the top ranking sites.

April 03, 2012

IN PICS: 15 HOTTEST holiday destinations for 2012

reveals the destinations travellers are increasingly talking about.

March 27, 2012

Photos: Top 10 breathtaking beaches around the world!

TripAdvisor recently announced its list of top beach destinations that were chosen by millions of travellers across the world. Check out which beach destinations made it to the top ten in the world.

March 22, 2012

QUIZ: Do YOU know the capitals of Indian states?

So you think you know your country like the back of your hand? Take this quiz and find out just how much you know!

March 21, 2012

IN PICS: Top 10 beach destinations in India!

announced its list of top beach destinations that were chosen by millions of travellers across the world. Check out which beaches you must hit this summer in India.

March 07, 2012

TOP 9: Safest Indian travel destinations for WOMEN

Three Indian women travellers list three destinations each that they consider safe to travel based on their experiences.

February 22, 2012

Travel: Coorg, the perfect do-nothing getaway

The romance of the Raj era is best relived in the grandeur of plantation bungalows, says .

February 21, 2012

Top 7: STRANGE JOBS in hotels across the world!

Hotels.com reveals the strangest jobs done in hotels around the globe.

February 20, 2012

TOP 20: HONEYMOON destinations in India you MUST visit!

Avni Mehrotra spoke to couples and a travel manager and drew up a list of the most desired places to go on one's honeymoon.

February 14, 2012

IN PICS: The STUNNING temples of Khajuraho!

Khajuraho isn't just about erotic sculptures as who travelled there found out.

February 08, 2012

Single this V-Day? Visit these top 4 holiday destinations!

Even as everyone heads out as couples this Valentine's Day, here are four destinations where you can get some me-time and who knows perhaps find love too!

February 01, 2012

DON'T MISS: An evening at Jal Mahal

visited Jaipur recently and came back impressed with the city's jewel --the Jal Mahal.

January 30, 2012

IN PICS: The charm of living in a Rajasthani haveli

The Indian state of Rajasthan is known for its hospitality. It is, as many would agree, also a state of palaces and havelis. A Ganesh Nadar visited the Pink City of Jaipur and stayed at a charming hotel called Mahal Khandela. He shares with us his experiences.

January 23, 2012

Bihar's Buddhist circuit to get a big tourism boost

Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar has ordered to prepare a fresh mega project to develop its World famous Buddhist circuit to attract tourists.

January 20, 2012

PHOTOS: Chugging downhill from Ooty

When you ride the Nilgiri toy train you roll past old-world charm towns. It's a historical journey on a heritage train that never leaves on time and changes engines midway

January 06, 2012

Travel: Top spots for extreme adventure lovers

Want to go skydiving? Or would you rather swim with sharks? Aashish Gupta of Yellowleg.com picks 5 exotic destinations for extreme adventure lovers.