Bedouin's Diary - Travel Blog

1) Guru Ka Langar Do NOT forget to have meals in the langar which operates round the clock. Meals in the langar are simple vegetarian but tasty. They usually consists of rotis, daal, a vegetable dish and kheer. Having meals with strangers sitting in a line on the mat laid out on the floor of the langar hall is a wonderful experience you would love to cherish for the rest of your life. 2) Palki Sahib ceremony Palki Sahib is ceremony of carrying the holy book Sri Guru Granth Sahib to and fro Darbar Sahib and Akal Takht Sahib. Sri Guru Granth Sahib stays in the Akal Takht Sahib in the night. It is carried to the Darbar Sahib by Palki Sahib (palanquin) in the early morning between 4 am and 5 am depending on the monthly schedule. In the same way, at the end of the day, it is carried to the Akal Takht Sahib by Palki Sahib (palanquin) from the Harmandir Sahib in the night at 10 pm. It all happens amidst chanting and reciting of hymns. The experience will surely be etched into memory...

5 Facts about Puri You've Probably Never Heard Before 1. Vimala Temple inside Jagannath Temple complex Vimala Temple, regarded as one of the four Adi Shakti Pithas, is located within Jagannath Temple complex. The temple is located in the south-west corner of the inner enclosure of the temple complex, next to the sacred pond Rohini kunda. Food offered to Jagannath does not get sanctified as 'Mahaprasad' until it is also offered to Vimala. 2.  Non-vegetarian food offering inside Jagannath Temple complex During Durga Puja, Vimala is offered non-vegetarian food and animal sacrifice. It is considered necessary to placate the goddess who assumes a destructive form during the festival. In strict secrecy during the pre-dawn hours, animal sacrifice (he-goat) is offered in the temple, while fish from the sacred Markanda temple tank are cooked and offered to Vimala, as per Tantric rituals. The rituals are completed before the doors of the main sanctum of the Lord Jagan...

Hyderabad is a city that is steeped in a rich history and strong culture and definitely worth a trip to. Though the ‘City of Nizams’ has turned into a fast growing cosmopolitan centre, it still exudes old-world charm. Old bazaars and palaces coexist with new malls and office buildings in perfect harmony. Undoubtedly, the glimpse of a grand past with promise of a successful future makes the 'City of Pearls' worth visiting. Moreover, delicious Hyderabadi Biriyani is always there to spice up your trip. But, before embarking on a journey to the city, please have a look at these 7 essential things you should know beforehand. 1) Prepaid Auto counter at Secunderabad railway station Prepaid Auto stand is available just outside the Secunderabad railway station. So, if you are arriving the city by train, you can avail this nice facility built to avoid auto drivers from charging unreasonable fares from passengers in general and outsiders in particular. They have a fixed rate cha...

Are you planning to visit Santiniketan? Do you want to avail train or service from Kolkata? Why don't you take control of the wheel and explore the darling of Rabindranath's heart at your own pace? A road trip to Santiniketan will give a perfect opportunity to experience new things and make memories along the way. Let's explore 12 best things to do on a road trip to Santiniketan. 1) Explore khoai on foot Don't you want to explore the place which inspired Rabindranath Tagore to write the beautiful poem "Gram chara oi ranga matir poth" (red path beyond my village)? You cannot say your Santiniketan visit is complete without visiting Khoai region. This place is characterized by a patch of dry forest formed by Sonajhuri trees on a landscape of laterite soil rich in iron oxide, often in the shape of canyon. A morning/ evening stroll in this region will definitely give you a new lease of life. Sipping a glass full of ' khejur ros ' (date juice) in...

Located at a distance of around 130 km from the city of joy (Kolkata) and kissed by Bay of Bengal, Henry's Island is an offbeat tourist destination. Vast stretch of empty beach, placid sea, clear blue sky and excellent sea food are some of the attractions of this weekend destination. This beach destination is ideal for travellers looking for tranquility. Here is our guide to get out of the tourist trap and enjoy this picturesque place off the beaten path. 1)  Stay in nature's lap at Sundari Complex Do you want to spend time in nature's lap sacrificing little bit of comfort (air conditioner)? Sundari Complex, managed by Fisheries Department of West Bengal , is the answer to your quest for chilling out in the midst of dense mangrove forest. Bani watch tower inside this facility is the ideal vantage point to watch myriad colourful birds especially during winter. What is more, Henry's Island beach is stone's throw away from the complex. Last but not the least,...