Articles by me / Published ArticlesMist and mystique in Maheshwar June 5, 2026 Written by 0 I have awakened at the crack of dawn and descended from Ahilya Fort to the ghats, eagerly anticipating the rising sun over the Narmada River. Dashrath, the boatman, is to ferry me to the ancient Baneshwar temple, built atop a tiny island right in the heart of the river. As the first light of daybreak approaches, the world outside remains cloaked in darkness, while the Ahilyeshwar temple facing my room, mysteriously glows from within, its grandeur accentuated by the deep blue-black sky. The temple is dedicated to Ahilyabai Holkar, the indomitable Maratha queen during whose reign Maheshwar flourished as a hub of literature, music, and the arts.Read MoreFurther Reading... Midlife Independence: Confident Women Embrace Singlehood March 10, 2026 The best hotels and resorts in Asia: The Gold List 2026 December 26, 2025 The Last Luxury: When kindness feels like a radical act June 5, 2026 Previous PostMeet the woman who’s on a climate mission to the North Pole Next PostThe Last Luxury: When kindness feels like a radical act
