Traversing the world through travel, poetry and soul-baring
It's so easy to lose your peace of mind and be bogged down by the million things that the past contains, that we sometimes lose sight of how easy it is to experience joy in the things that lie in front of us. This picture was taken on a rest stop on our way from... Continue Reading →
Earlier this month, I drove to Old Delhi on an overcast morning to spend some time with friends visiting India. Since 'namaz' was not ongoing, the compounds were quiet except for a few tourist groups. The red sandstone under my feet was wet from the rain earlier that morning and gave the place a completely... Continue Reading →
It's really hot in India at the moment. The summers are brutal and most of us voluntarily remain indoors instead of planning outdoor activities. What that means is that almost all of the Indian summer is cordoned off as a time when moving out is considered sheer idiocy. So, today I indulged in idiocy and... Continue Reading →
I clicked this picture in the ruins of Qutub Minar on a hot summer day in the capital city of India. I was showing a friend around when I lifted my head and saw this Mynah sitting in the shade of centuries old stone panels that make up this monument. She just sat there, perched... Continue Reading →
I've lived in Delhi for over twenty years. As expected, I know most of the interesting nooks and corners that the city has to offer. However, I only recently heard about this beautiful spot hidden in the midst of the city madness. A few days ago, I found myself on the steps of a... Continue Reading →
A few weeks ago, I spent a warm winter afternoon in Old Delhi walking through Chandni Chowk, Chawri Bazaar, and Darya Ganj. The joy of discovering these places on foot in the company of a good friend made the day very special. In the middle of the bustle of Old Delhi where a mosque,... Continue Reading →
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