Coffee and Rum: India's “Old Men” Mystical Touch in Global Delights Imagine a world, centuries ago, where the precious coffee bean was held under a strict monopoly. In the 15th century, coffee had travelled from its Ethiopian birthplace to Yemen, and
Finding My Sunday: The Story Behind the Sunday Traveller I'm excited to announce the launch of my website, The Sunday Traveller (thesundaytraveller.com). This project is the culmination of a long-held passion for travel and storytelling. The name "Sunday Traveller" originated from
Locking the Canals Why are Locks Needed in Ocean-Connecting Canals? Tidal Differences: Oceans experience tides, causing water levels to fluctuate. If two oceans have different tidal ranges or are in different tidal phases at the same time, there will be a difference
From Rupia to Dollar From the bustling bazaars of 16th-century India, where traders haggled over silks and spices, came a monetary marvel—the brainchild of Sher Shah Suri. Faced with a chaotic jumble of regional currencies, he envisioned order, crafting a system
Name at First Sight The Europeans, especially the Portuguese, had a wonderfully simple approach to naming the lands they encountered. It wasn't about intricate maps or deep dives into local cultures; it was more like love at first sight. Approaching the
The Cornerstone Story: How Iranians Shaped Bombay The scent of cardamom and freshly baked bread hangs heavy in the Bombay air, a fragrant testament to a quiet revolution. It wasn't always this way. Decades ago, when Iranians began arriving in India,
My Personal Breathtaking Journey My relationship with breath has been a profound teacher, a constant companion through diverse and demanding experiences. It began on the rugged slopes of Dolmi Barrack, a 6,041-meter peak in the Ladakh ranges. Up there, in the