Our recent trip took us from Nagpur to Wardha, where we first stopped to finish some work before heading to a place I had always wanted the kids to experience — Sevagram Ashram. Nestled in a quiet corner of Wardha, Sevagram is not just a historic site but a living reminder of Mahatma Gandhi’s … [Read more...]
Day Trip from Nagpur – Dragon Palace Temple with Ancient Church, British Graves and Highway Plaza along the Way
If you live in Nagpur or are visiting, a very good idea for a road trip or a day picnic is the Dragon Palace Temple. A testimony to Indo-Japanese friendship, it was built in 1999 with funds from the Japan-based charitable organization - Ogawa Society. The magnificent Buddhist shrine, built in … [Read more...]
Exploring British Graves from the 19th Century – Road Trip from Nagpur – Kamptee Church
On our way to the Dragon Palace Temple or to taste the famous Kamptee ki Lassi, we often make a stop at Kamptee. After marveling at the elegant Christ Church, we turn towards the departed souls who rest in peace at the Christ Church Cemetery. Read on for complete directions to the place and pictures … [Read more...]
A Visit to the Farm and a Lakeside Picnic with the Kids
Diwali vacations call for a special day out with the kids. We had our long awaited day trip visiting a lovely farm followed by a picnic by the lakeside. Here are some glimpses of the day out with kids. Thangavel Date Plantation When we came to know of a cutting-edge farm near our city, we had … [Read more...]