Read Now An Introduction To Bollywood

Breezed through your wishlists on Netflix and every other streaming service? Getting somewhat bored by the formulaic stories of Hollywood? Watched all the James Bond movies for the 10th time, Jason Bourne, Bruce Willis and every other mega celebrity here in the US? Craving something that might be somewhat new and potentially entertaining? It's a...

Indian Travelogue An Area Of Darkness

Was not on the original Mega Reading List For Visiting India, although probably should have been. An Area of Darkness is a travelogue written by V. S. Naipaul in the early 1960s, documenting his journey through India. Naipaul was born in Trinidad, raised in a Hindu family, and educated in England. He had a complex...

Epic Book Epic Country Shantaram By Gregory Roberts

Not too long ago, in the Mega Reading List for India we recommended Shantaram by Gregory Roberts, with the warning that it was over 1,000 pages long, but worth the time and effort regardless. So, thought a very brief summary review of the book might be useful, just to push our point home and you...

Four Cities To Visit In India And What To See

Have absolutely been on an India kick lately, not exactly sure why, maybe it's sending out messages to the universe that I would really like to figure out a way to visit the country and tick it off the bucket list. This is kind of a takeoff on our Never Been To posts, but considering...

Mega Reading List For Visiting India

For our other book lists we've done cities, which makes a certain amount of sense, visiting Miami or Los Angeles, you kind of want to learn about the city, relatively small, easy to capture, but a whole country, wow, especially one as large and crazy as India. Can't really do individual cities, and instead go...

Conde Nast Traveler Posts The Best Places For 2023

Every year Conde Nast Traveler posts their best recommendations of where to travel to in the coming year. It can be guaranteed that their choices are always going to be spectacular. This version is no exception, not to ruin it for anyone but a few of the destinations are, Galilee Israel, Kenya, The Loire Valley...

Taj Lake Palace That Awesome Hotel In India

The Taj Lake Palace, also known as Jag Niwas, is a luxury hotel located on the island of Jag Niwas in Lake Pichola in Udaipur, Rajasthan India. Built in the 18th century, this stunning white marble palace is a true masterpiece of architecture and design. The palace was originally built by Maharana Jagat Singh II...

The Magnificent Agra Fort Of Uttar Pradesh

Agra Fort, also known as the Red Fort of Agra, is a historical fort located in the city of Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565 and served as the primary residence of the Mughal emperors until 1638, when the capital was moved to Delhi. The fort is...

Mark Z. Jacobson 100 Percent Renewables

Mark Z. Jacobson is a professor of civil and environmental engineering at Stanford University, where he has been teaching and conducting research for over 30 years. He is known for his work in the field of renewable energy, and has dedicated his career to finding ways to transition the world to a more sustainable energy...

Holi Is Tomorrow So What Is It Exactly

Holi is an annual Hindu festival celebrated in India and Nepal. It is a colorful and joyous occasion that marks the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil. The festival is celebrated by Hindus around the world, but it is particularly significant in India, where it is a national holiday. On the...

What Is Bollywood, Can You Visit?

An overly broad question, but Bollywood is the informal term used to refer to the Hindi-language film industry in Mumbai (previously Bombay), India. It is one of the largest film industries in the world, producing over 1,600 films each year and attracting millions of viewers. Bollywood films are known for their vibrant colors, catchy music,...

What To See And Do In Mumbai

Mumbai, the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra, is a vibrant and bustling metropolis that is home to more than 20 million people. It is known for its towering skyscrapers, bustling streets, and iconic landmarks, and is a popular destination for both tourists and business travelers. There are many things to see and...