MapRoute Travel Blog

a Solo Woman Pilgrim Exploring India & the World

Intrepid solo travelling

These are the notes and stories of a solo woman pilgrim as she meanders through the world on adventures in known and unknown regions of the map. Fueled by a deep quest towards ultimate well-being, this blog includes her solo cycling trips around the world, ancient temple explorations, spiritual experiences, reflections on life, social challenges, balancing her work life and on-the-road stories.

Cycling in Different Corners of the World

All my cycling adventures around the world including countries like Germany, Denmark, Australia, Taiwan, Spain, Thailand and of course India!

Solo Travel Safety: What Happens if Something Goes Wrong?

I travel solo. I land up solo in all sorts of random places – religious events, cycling in the countryside, ancient temples and recently trekking the himalayas.

Adiyogi Complete Guidebook to this Iconic Shiva Statue

Most detailed and complete guidebook for this monument built by spiritual leader Sadhguru and his in-house team. Whether you are planning a visit, researching info or looking for accessories – this is the one stop page for all the relevant information.

Traditional Spirituality with Contemporary Independence

Over the years I have bridged the traditional spirituality that is ingrained deep in all of us Indians and the contemporary aspirations of an independent, modern woman who loves her solitude. I have found deep satisfaction by balancing these aspects. If you follow my blogs, I suspect you will find these different aspects merging and co-existing, each with its own elan. Thus, from calling myself a ‘solo woman traveller’, I feel more satisfied in saying ‘solo woman pilgrim’. Cause that is what all my travels and explorations are – a pilgrimage. A pilgrimage is more about how we are within ourselves rather than necessarily having an external goal of a specific temple. Though, of course, I am often meandering around temples and ashrams and ‘traditional spiritual’ spots on my journeys.  🙂

I am offering consultation services to help make your Pilgrimages (yatras) more MEANINGFUL for yourself and SUSTAINABLE for the destination! Know more here!

Solo Nomad Life

Know more about woman solo travel, living nomadic life, working remotely and other challenges.

Shiva Yatra, Isha Mahashivratri 2023

Pilgrim Tales

Thoughts on ancient temples, yoga centers, religious festivals and spiritual truths.

cycle tour in thailand

Wild Roads

Stories of my intrepid solo adventures cycling, camping, hiking ….

All My Recent Blogs

Revisiting Kashi After 10 Years & Finding Self-Transformation

What’s a Kashi Yatra after 10 years like? What did I discover on the inside and the outside? Find out in this quick blog post!

Food Tripping at Thatheri Bazaar, Kashi

As you meander the streets of Kashi, don’t miss the foodie delights of Thatheri Bazaar!

Prayagraj’s Secret Temple: Rama Bhagwan Consecrated Koteshwar Mahadev at Shivkuti

The lovely Koteshwar Mahadev temple consecrated by Bhagwan Rama himself, at Shivkuti, Prayagraj!

A Travel Guide to Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, Prayagraj 

Quick travel guide to the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj

5 Ways to a Powerful Isha Mahashivratri Experience 

Isha Mahashivratri is one of the most viewed event across the world, but how can you make the most of it!? Here are 5 activities to help enhance your Mahashivratri experience.

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