In 2016, the serene fishing village of Tam Thanh underwent a remarkable transformation, evolving into a vibrant canvas of colors and creativity. This metamorphosis unfolded as Tam Thanh became the pioneering painted village in Vietnam, marked by a wall mural…
In the quiet coastal village of Tam Thanh, located about 100 kilometers from the Ancient Town of Hoi An in Vietnam, a remarkable transformation has taken place, breathing new life into its streets and reinvigorating its cultural identity. Once a…
Join me on an incredible 2200-kilometer cycling expedition through the enchanting emerald landscapes of Sri Lanka. In May, my adventure began, driven by a simple yet exhilarating plan: to trace the breathtaking coastline of this picturesque island nation on two…
#1 Colombo May 7: I arrived in Colombo early in the morning and headed to Hotel Venue in a taxi, located in district 8, which was located a bit outside the city center. While the hotel was compact, the rooms…
#13 Jaffna May 22: On my first day in Jaffna, feeling a bit tired after the long ride from Mannar the previous day, I decided to go for a short ride in the afternoon. My hotel was located next to…
#18 Jaffna to Kilinochchi May 28: After spending a week in Jaffna, it was time to continue my journey southward towards Kilonochi. This region, situated in the northernmost part of Sri Lanka, held strategic importance during the civil war as…
#26 Arugam Bay to Dombagahawela June 12: I spent a couple of days at New Tristar Beach Hotel in Arugam Bay before setting off for my next destination, which turned out to be the highlight of my cycling journey around…
As the pedals spin, so does the story of encountering humanity in all its shades – the warm embraces, the cautionary tales, and the encounters that make for an unforgettable ride. Cycling goes beyond mere distances; it’s a transformative journey…
My cycle tours were featured in an article published by Dainik Gomantak, a prominent Marathi newspaper based in Goa, on August 11, 2023. Here’s a translated version of the same: TOURING COUNTRIES BY CYCLE In today’s world, we have a…
Gomantak Times, an English newspaper published in Goa, has transformed into an exclusive e-newspaper in the post-Covid era. One of its prolific contributors, Arti Das, has written an intricate article highlighting my 2200-kilometer cycling expedition to the captivating emerald isle of…