Discover India - March - April 2020

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The latest issue of Discover India gives you a glimpse of 'Summer in India'. Discover the world's largest river island of Majuli in Assam, go glamping in Ladakh, or take a trek to the mystical valley of Kheerganga. Go on a gastronomical journey through the obscure region of Kongunadu in Tamil Nadu and witness the royalty of aristocratic mansions in Kolkata. Go island-hopping in the archipelago of Andamans and Nicobar and go on a road trip along the lush Konkan Coast. Stay stylish this summer with handpicked essentials from Indian labels and be wowed by the treasures of the coastal town of Kozhikode in Kerala.

Cool Tools

Hit the pool or stay indoors with this list of stylish and handy gadgets that will get you summer-ready.

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24 Hours In Kozhikode

Envisage virginal shores abuzz with spice merchants, the smell of cardamom and pepper lingering in the air—the coastal city of Kozhikode (earlier known as Calicut) in Kerala was the major trading point of Eastern spices in the 15th century. Today, the city has metamorphosed into a cultural hub—where traditional restaurants vie with chic cafes, and literature, art, and cinema thrive. Here’s how you can explore the best of it in a day’s time.

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Silence In The WOODS

Teeming with fl ora and fauna, the Silent Valley National Park in Kerala is an untouched rainforest that allures with adventure and quietude.

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IDYLL Worship

Soak up the simplicity of village life, challenge yourself to steep hikes, or find serenity in remoteness—there are many ways to be actively passive in Himachal Pradesh’s Barot.

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A HIMALAYAN ODYSSEY

A trek to the highest peak in West Bengal, Sandakphu, rewards you with incredible views of Mount Everest and oodles of adventure.

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The Sands of Time

The world's largest river island, Majuli, located on the River Brahmaputra in Assam, is a magical world grappling with the threats of erosion.

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HERE COMES The SUN

WE HANDPICK FIVE ITINERARIES— FROM GLAMPING IN THE HILLS TO CRUISING ALONG THE COAST—TO SORT OUT YOUR NEXT SUMMER HOLIDAY IN INDIA.

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Strawberry Fields Forever

Fringed by the Western Ghats, Panchgani in Maharashtra welcomes you with strawberry farms, glowing sunsets, and gushing waterfalls.

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LIVING THE Zamindari Life

From renovated homestays to inspired luxury resorts and hipster B&Bs, the rajbaris in and around Kolkata transport you to the golden age of Bengali culture, art, and aesthetics.

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The KONGUNADU CHRONICLES

Markets here teem with fresh spices and local ingredients, while tigers and elephants roam the jungles. Away from the madding crowds, Kongunadu, the northwestern region of Tamil Nadu, is a delightful find.

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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.