Ukai Dam: A Quiet Weekend Lake Near Surat
Ukai dam in Tapi district is a quiet weekend lake near Surat. A first-person guide to the sunset reservoir, boating, Songadh fort and planning the trip.
Wilson Hills: The Quiet Plateau Above Dharampur
Wilson Hills near Dharampur is a quiet monsoon plateau above Valsad. A first-person guide to the forest drive, the viewpoint, and why it beats the crowds.
Tithal Beach: Black Sand and Quiet Evenings Near Valsad
A first-person Tithal Beach guide near Valsad: rare soft black sand, seaside Sai Baba and Swaminarayan temples, quiet sunsets and the best local snacks.
Saputara: Two Cool Days in Gujarat’s Only Hill Station
A first-person Saputara hill station guide: monsoon greenery, lake boating, the ropeway, sunset points and Dang tribal culture in Gujarat’s coolest town.
Polo Forest’s Forgotten Temples
Polo Forest in Gujarat hides medieval Hindu and Jain temples deep in the Aravalli teak near Vijaynagar. A first-person guide to visiting the ruins.