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21/07/2025

What links a quiet Andhra town to the global fashion boom of the 17th century? Kalamkari and Chintz - intricate, handcrafted textiles that once dazzled royal courts and European fashion houses alike, were born in the neighbouring towns of Machilipatnam and Pedana in Andhra Pradesh.

Wardrobe partner - Kalpa Druma
Researched and produced in partnership with
Andhra Pradesh Tourism

14/07/2025

How old is the Telugu script? A chance discovery at the Bhattiprolu stupa unearthed stone caskets with inscriptions in what is now known as the Bhattiprolu script, the earliest known precursor to both Telugu and Kannada scripts. How is this ancient script related to Brahmi?

Wardrobe partner - Kalpa Druma

Researched and produced in partnership with
Archaeological Survey of India and
Andhra Pradesh Tourism

23/06/2025

In 1870, in the village of Bhattiprolu in Andhra Pradesh, British archaeologists stumbled upon the remains of an ancient stupa. Buried deep inside were three stone caskets containing the body relics of Buddha himself!

Wardrobe partner - Kalpa Druma

Researched and produced in partnership with
Archaeological Survey of India and
Andhra Pradesh Tourism

16/06/2025

At the foot of a sacred hill in Andhra Pradesh lies Mangalagiri, a town where faith and fabric have long been connected. How did temple rituals, royal patronage, and local resilience sustain Mangalagiri’s iconic handloom sarees?

Wardrobe partner - Kalpa Druma
Researched and produced in partnership with
Andhra Pradesh Tourism

05/06/2025

Across the Krishna river, close to Vijayawada lie the Undavalli Caves. Over centuries, this rock-cut wonder has served as a Jain monastery, a Buddhist retreat, and a Hindu temple, pointing to the many layers of religious history in ancient Andhra Pradesh.

Wardrobe partner - Kalpa Druma

Researched and produced in partnership with

Archaeological Survey of India and

Andhra Pradesh Tourism

20/01/2025

A compliment we’ll treasure—especially coming from someone we admire so much! Krish Ashok, your meticulous research, wonderful storytelling, and refreshing, no-nonsense approach to myth-busting are everything we aspire to in the social media world. Thank you for showing us how it’s done!

23/06/2024

An impromptu book signing at the airport bookstore today.

If you like our videos and reels, you will love this book. A Hachette publication, researched and scripted by the Storytrails team, available on Amazon and at all leading book stores. The Temple of Treasures and other Incredible Tales of Indian Monuments.

www.storytrails.in/books/

31/01/2024

We’re delighted that a digital engagement designed by for has bagged a silver at the WAN-IFRA Digital Media Awards South Asia 2023. ‘Chennai-A-Maze’ was a virtual treasure hunt that led participants to lesser known stories of landmarks in . Adapted for the Hindu’s campaign, it ran for a month as part of the events. The associated reels posted collaboratively with have generated millions of views and a lot of positive engagement. You can watch the reels by scrolling down this handle.

Congratulations to for bagging gold for the wonderfully executed campaign.

https://wan-ifra.org/2024/01/digital-media-awards-south-asia-2023-unveils-top-honours-for-digital-media-excellence/

30/09/2023

Thank you for this recognition

27/09/2023

won the ‘Best Niche Tourism Operator Award’ at the . We are delighted at this recognition of our work showcasing stories of Tamil Nadu through our audio tours, videos and reels. Thanks to Tamil Nadu Tourism and to all of you for your support and patronage!

02/09/2023

How did a Britishman come to be known as the ‘father of local self-government in India’?

Our latest blog is about Lord Ripon, a Viceroy of India whose liberal policies were way ahead of his times – a man who championed the cause of Indians even as his own compatriots plotted his downfall.

Read our latest blog for his story: https://storytrails.in/history/lord-ripon-the-father-of-self-government-in-india/

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31/08/2023

If you haven’t had enough of Chennai-a-Maze, well, we’ve got some news for you! Because of the overwhelming response to the daily challenge, we’ve decided to keep it going for a few more days! So head over to www.crossword.thehindu.com to continue playing the challenge – and don’t forget to watch this space for more Chennai reels!
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India exists in her stories. Every sight has a story to tell; and every story spawns myriad customs and traditions. Join us on a quest for these stories, on trails that zigzag through the very beat and pulse of the city. Some fact, some fiction, some myths and some superstition. Currently offered in Chennai, Madurai, Pondicherry and Trivandrum, our award-winning walking tours are an easy introduction to the city and an enjoyable way to experience the local way of life.