Author: NOMADOGRAPHER
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Streets of Alleppey, Kerala [Photoblog]
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Alappuzha (Alleppey) is referred to as “the Venice of the East.” This picturesque site is the centre of Kerala’s backwaters and is home to a vast network of backwaters and thousands of houseboats, making it one of the greatest tourist destinations in Kerala. While backwaters and lakes remain the main attraction of the city, it’s […]
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Exploring my Hometown: Gwalior Virtual Tour Series
Back in July 2021, I visited my hometown Gwalior after 3 years and my ancestral home in Bhind after 8 years. Documented my journey in a series of immersive virtual tour videos covering various locations:
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Rebirth of a Century-Old Bondvol Lake in Goa
After getting completely dry in 2016, the Bondvol or Bondava lake in Goa got a second lease of life when the citizens of Santa Cruz village started a movement to save it from destruction. Have a look: ABOUT BONDVOL / BONDAVA LAKE Bondvol, a 110-year-old natural reservoir in Goa, built during the Portuguese times, was […]
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Exploring Historic Corjuem Fort: Pictures & Virtual Tour
Corjuem fort was built in 1550 and was originally the property of the Bhonsle rulers of Sawantwadi. Portuguese colonists rebuilt the fort in 1705 to boost their defences of Panaji, which had by then become the capital city. It is smaller than the other forts in Goa, but it gives a good view of the […]
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Looking back at Goa Carnival 2020 [Pictures & Video]
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This year’s Carnival celebrations are just around the corner. This year’s carnival celebration is from 13 Feb, 2021 to 16 Feb, 2021. Due to obvious reasons, it won’t be the same as it used to be. Since I won’t be able to cover it properly this year, let’s take a look back at last year’s […]
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Goa Virtual Tour: Chapora Fort during Sunrise and Sunset
In the first part of this walk, I am exploring one of the most famous fortresses in Goa- CHAPORA FORT during sunset. The climb up the stairs is quite tedious but the view makes up for it. I also did a small hike to the stunning view point from where you can enjoy unobstructed view […]
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Goa Walking Tour: Nature & Beach Walk around Bambolim
Bambolim beach is what you’d call a hidden beach mainly popular amongst locals. Unlike other touristy beaches around Goa, there aren’t any shacks or restaurants on this one. It’s perfect to spend a casual evening while watching the sunset. Or if the tide is low, enjoy a barefoot run on the beach. Siridao Beach, which […]
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Exploring Remains of Ancient Gopakapattana Port in Goa
Gopakapattana or Gopakpatna, was a prosperous ancient port city in the west coastal Indian state of Goa, that served as capital under the reign of different Hindu dynasties extending from 100 BC to 1469 AD which ruled ancient Goa. Among historical harbours of India, the ports of Goa had played a significant role in the […]
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Goa Walking Tour: Post-Lockdown Scenes around Calangute & Baga
The entire area of Sinquerim, Candolim, Calangute and Baga is probably one of the most popular beaches in Goa. Ease of access and proximity to the capital city Panjim makes it quite a buzzing place. Lockdown restrictions have been completely lifted but the shops and shacks around these popular tourist areas are still not back […]
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Goa Walking Tour: Laidback Scenes from Siridao Village & Beach
Take a closer look at a laidback Goan village by the beach. In this one, I am walking through the Siridao village in North Goa and ending the walk at Siridao beach with a spectacular sunset view. Personally, I love this beach for it’s stunning view of the Vasco port on the opposite side, unobstructed […]
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