Ruchika Poddar, Author at Savaari Blog

October 22, 2021

Thimithi: The Fire-Walking Festival of India

Theemithi or Thimithi is a South Indian festival held a week before Diwali in the month of Aippasi of the Tamil calendar, where the act of walking barefoot over a bed of hot embers or stones is observed.

October 7, 2021

Durga Puja: A Celebration of Women

Durga stands tall, as a glaring example of feminine energy. Durga Puja has become a celebration of women and ‘Durga’, synonymous with women empowerment.

October 1, 2021

Gandhi Jayanti 2021: Mahatma Gandhi’s Legacy Outside India

This Gandhi Jayanti, let’s apprise ourselves with the global legacy of Mahatma Gandhi – the impact of his ideologies on the eminent world leaders like Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King and more.

August 15, 2021

Shimoga – Gateway Of Malnad

Shimoga, also known as Shivamogga, is a beautiful city in Karnataka’s central region. The name is derived from the term “shivmoga”. Lord Shiva drank the water of the Tunga river using a Mogge (pot), which is why this city was named after him.

July 18, 2021

Majuli: A River Island in the Brahmaputra River

Majuli, a river island on the Brahmaputra River in Assam, is the largest inhabited river island in the world. It was also the first island to be made a district in India. It is a lesser-known tourist destination in the country with a vibrant landscape and culture.

July 13, 2021

Mawlynnong: God’s Own Garden in Meghalaya

Mawlynnong is a small village in the East Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya. It gained popularity after being voted the cleanest village in Asia in 2003. It is fondly called God’s Own Garden due to its unspoiled beauty and wonderful people.

July 10, 2021

Lepakshi – A Paragon of Excellent Architecture and Art

Lepakshi is a village located in Andhra Pradesh’s Anantapur district. The historic Lepakshi is one of the best places to go to explore the art and architecture of the erstwhile Vijayanagara empire. With its beautiful temples and monuments as well as interesting traditional artforms, Lepakshi is a must-visit for history lovers and travelers.

July 3, 2021

The Lesser Known Heritage Homestays in India

Homestays have gained extreme popularity in the post-COVID era when social distancing, hygiene and privacy have become the top priorities for travelers. In addition,…

July 2, 2021

All you Need to Know About Thanjavur | Travel Guide

Thanjavur, formerly known as Tanjore, is an important center of religion, art, and culture in South India. It is home to most of the Great Living Chola Temples that feature in UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Monuments.

June 29, 2021

Ziro: The Pine-Clad Gentle Hills

Tucked away in the tranquil mountain-scape of Arunachal Pradesh, Ziro valley is indeed a picturesque paradise. The sprawling rice fields, lush forest, rolling hills, the misty ambiance, and the warm local tribal community are what fascinates travelers about Ziro.