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Losing Myself in India

Harsh sun pierced the delicate membrane of my retinas. Trickles of sweat poured down my back, along the sides of my temple, and into the folds of my dusty salwar. Throngs of hawkers bellowed from their stalls, singing the praises of their products. “Brinjal! Fresh!” “Grapes!” Their eyes dart to me, eagerly seeking a potential…

India; Keep Your Expectations in Check and Toilet Paper Handy

Arriving in India, following a delay on the tarmac because ‘the plane is broken, isn’t it,’ I close the door to my Delhi hotel room and am met with that familiar feeling of fear and excitement that only a life on the road brings. Hours earlier I stood in a long check-in queue among a…

6 Things To Do in Rishikesh

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Rishikesh literally means Lord of the Senses and stands for Lord Vishnu. The Hindu devotees believe that performing austerities in this holy town and offering prayers in the holy temples here brings the awaited achievement of ‘Mukthi,’ or “salvation.” The sacred river Ganges flows through Rishikesh. It is here that the river leaves the Shivalik…

Indian Cauliflower Potato Delight | A Famous Recipe From India

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If you’re traveling through Rudra Prayag, nestled deep in the Himalayan Mountains, one culinary experience you shouldn’t miss is the Indian Cauliflower Potato Delight. This traditional dish blends tender cauliflower and hearty potatoes with a vibrant mix of spices like cumin seeds, ginger, and turmeric—ingredients that elevate these everyday Indian staples into something truly memorable….

Meeting God in India

by Benjy Wertheimer As a kirtan wallah and Indian classical musician who has been immersed in the culture and music of India for 35 years, I had made plans on many separate occasions to visit India. Each time, some seemingly insurmountable obstacle would present itself. While in college, I had made a point of studying…

What I Learned From My Journey to India: A Life-Changing Yoga Pilgrimage

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Journey to India doesn’t just change your yoga practice, it changes your entire understanding of what yoga means. When Yogi Aaron, founder of Blue Osa Yoga Retreat & Spa, announced he was leading a a yoga trip to India, I knew immediately that I had to go. The opportunity to explore the birthplace of yoga…

Why a Spiritual Pilgrimage to India May Be Your Most Transformative Journey

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Something is calling you to India. You may already love the food. You might not know why yet, but you feel it, a pull toward ancient temples, sacred rivers, and practices that have transformed seekers for 5,000 years. You’re not alone. Spiritual pilgrimage to India has surged 34% in 2025, with destinations like Varanasi, Rishikesh,…

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