The Indian Globetrotter’s Postcards
India Outbound
March-April 2019
One of the earliest forms of souvenirs, postcards remain popular in the age of smartphones. India Outbound presents some from various destinations around the world.
Postcard France
Arc de Triomphe, Paris (France): The tomb of the unknown soldier in the French capital sits atop the Champs Elysées and is one of the landmarks for tourists and Parisiens alike.
Postcard Canada
Harbour front, Toronto (Canada): The most vibrant part of Canada’s largest city is a place that never goes to sleep.
Postcard Qatar
Corniche, Doha (Qatar): The last two decades have seen a complete transformation of the Qatari capital Doha that has risen from the desert and is now preparing to host the 2022 Football World Cup.
Postcard Azerbaijan
Seafront, Baku (Azerbaijan): The Azeri capital, which is the largest city on the Caspian Sea, reflects a unique mix of modern, glass and steel skyscrapers and the beautiful Haussmannian architecture of Paris.
Postcard Japan
Nakamise-dori, Tokyo (Japan): While one can shop practically anywhere in the Japanese capital, many tourists flock to Nakamise-dori not only to pick up some souvenirs but also to get an open market experience in the glitzy capital.
Postcard South Africa
Amkhala Game Reserve, South Africa: About 100 km from Port Elizabeth, the game reserve provides an ideal and luxurious discovery of the rich wildlife of South Africa.
Postcard Sri Lanka
Ecolodge, Kumbuk River (Sri Lanka): The elephant-shaped villas at this ecolodge in southern Sri Lanka is an ideal place to watch the wildlife, notably leopards and of course lots of elephants !
Postcard United Kingdom
Tower Bridge, London (UK): By far the best known landmark of the British capital is a sight to behold, day or night.
Postcard Malaysia
Tioman Island, Pahang (Malaysia): About 30 km off the eastern coast of Malaysia, this island is famous for its beaches and diving sites, rich in corals as well as shipwrecks.
Postcard Maldives
Medhufaru Lagoon, Noonu Atoll (Maldives): A 45-minute flight by seaplane from Male Airport, the lagoon is home to Soneva Jani, one of latest chains of luxury villas that have opened up in Maldives.