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Expériences locales

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Cours de cuisine, villages, artisanat… Vivez la Thaïlande autrement.

À l'aube sur les ghats de Varanasi, les cloches des temples se mêlent à la fumée des bûchers et au clapotis des barques sur le Gange. Des pèlerins en sari descendent les marches pour leur ablution quotidienne, pendant qu'un vendeur de chai verse son thé brûlant dans des gobelets en terre cuite. C'est cette Inde-là, tissée de gestes ordinaires, que nos équipes sur place racontent dans leurs articles.

Nos rédacteurs vivent à Delhi, Jaipur et Kochi. Ils sillonnent le pays depuis des années et partagent ici ce qu'aucun guide imprimé ne capte vraiment : la cérémonie du Ganga Aarti à Rishikesh, les marchés aux épices de Old Delhi à 6 h du matin, ou la manière correcte de manger un thali avec la main droite au Tamil Nadu.

Vous trouverez dans ce blog des récits ancrés dans le terrain :

  • des expériences locales en Inde testées région par région, du Rajasthan au Kerala
  • des conseils pratiques sur les festivals indiens (Holi à Mathura, Pushkar Mela en novembre, Diwali à Jaipur)
  • des immersions chez l'habitant dans les villages du Shekhawati ou les backwaters du Kerala
  • des cours de cuisine, de yoga ou d'artisanat textile à Udaipur et Jodhpur
  • des récits de rencontres avec artisans, cuisiniers et guides de notre réseau

Chaque article naît d'un repérage réel, pas d'un copier-coller. Quand un de nos guides francophones revient d'un trek dans le Ladakh ou d'un séjour ayurvédique près de Kovalam, il écrit. C'est cette matière concrète qui nourrit votre voyage avant même le départ.

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Recipe for Cheese Naans: Indian Cheese Bread

Cheese naans are an integral part of Indian cuisine in our collective imagination... Yet they are not a true traditional Indian bread, but rather a version revisited in Paris! Origin, legends and ingredients: discover the history and recipe for cheese naan.

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Recipe for Cheese Naans: Indian Cheese Bread

Cheese naans are an integral part of Indian cuisine in our collective imagination... Yet they are not a true traditional Indian bread, but rather a version revisited in Paris! Origin, legends and ingredients: discover the history and recipe for cheese naan.

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Where to Practice Yoga in India?

Yoga is a wellness discipline that originated in India. This practice, deeply rooted in Indian culture for millennia, allows you to recharge and refocus on yourself.

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What do you eat when traveling to India?

Rich in colors and flavors, Indian cuisine is renowned as one of the world's most abundant and aromatic culinary traditions. One thing is certain: it leaves no one indifferent and promises an extraordinary gastronomic journey to all who experience it.

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Seven Unusual Activities to Experience in India

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The Essential Lentil Dahl Recipe

Here's a dish that tends to win universal approval. And for good reason—dahl has everything needed to delight the palate: the smoothness and creaminess of coconut milk, sun-kissed flavors, and a hint of spice-driven intrigue. Not to mention the excellent nutrients lentils provide.

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What to see and do in Darjeeling?

Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, the town of Darjeeling is a small haven of peace that absolutely deserves to be discovered during a trip to North India. It's a peaceful town whose serenity stands out from the hustle and bustle that other major Indian cities have accustomed us to.

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The different classes in Indian trains!

Traveling in India without experiencing the local railway network wouldn't have quite the same flavor as spending time in Indian trains. To reach a city, or simply try

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Stay in Rajasthan: Visiting Jaipur

Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and one of the most beautiful cities in India. Built in 1727, it takes its name from its founder Jai Singh II. It is also nicknamed the "pink city" because of the

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India-Pakistan Border

The atmosphere is festive every evening at Wagah, the only border crossing between India and Pakistan that can be crossed by road. Following a martial demonstration, Indian and Pakistani soldiers lower their respective flags to the cries and patriotic songs of a crowd that has come from across India to cheer its soldiers.

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Pune, India's City of Tomorrow

Just 150 km from Mumbai, the "Singapore of India" attracts lovers of modern India. With its temperate climate, dynamic economy and quality infrastructure, Pune, home to 5 million people, is elegantly turning toward the future.

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In New Delhi, the Dargah of Nizamuddin, a neighborhood outside of time

Nizamuddin West, in the heart of the Indian capital, offers an escape that contrasts with the vast green avenues of New Delhi. Ceaseless streams of pilgrims animate day and night this wh

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Bundi, an oasis of tranquility in Rajasthan

Ideal for a weekend getaway from New Delhi or a perfect stop during a trip to Inde, the small town of Bundi offers all the charm of Rajasthan, yet remains surprisingly little visited. A day spent discovering its inhabitants and their stories.

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India's Surprises and Disappointments: Tales from the Road

Have you traveled to India? These everyday anecdotes from a tourist's life in the subcontinent will likely bring back a few memories...

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India, the outsider in the space race

Early 2019 promises to be remarkable for India's space research organization (ISRO). The administration of India's space program has achieved two technical feats that demonstrate

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The "Magic Train" Saving Lives

The Lifeline Express train, nicknamed the "Magic Train", travels across India providing free medical care to rural populations. Equipped with operating theaters and cutting-edge medical equipment, its

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Top 8 Experiences to Have in India

While visiting the Taj Mahal is essential on a trip to India, there are many other types of experiences you absolutely must have in this most fascinating country. On the agenda: staying with local families,

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10 Best Restaurants in Rajasthan

Planning a trip to Northern India? Discover the 10 best restaurants in Rajasthan to add to your itinerary. From fine dining to casual dining, we present the favorite restaurants of visitors and locals alike.

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