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Raksha Rao

I am a passionate traveler, photographer and an engineer by profession. I have always loved new travel experiences. However, it reached a whole new level when I took off for a Himalayan trek in May 2015 - it made me realise how totally gratifying travel can be. Since then, I have traveled near and far, as much as I can,  always looking for new and immersive adventures.

Be it trekking on snow in the mighty Himalayan range, bungee jumping with a river view in Rishikesh, cliff jumping or scuba diving in the emerald blue waters of Thailand, high-altitude river rafting at the freezing cold rivers of Zanskar in Leh - my propensity for new experiences is ever growing as is my wishlist.

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Search Results for: Assam

Stepping back in time: Wild Mahseer, Assam
India, Reviews Apr 21, 2017

Stepping back in time: Wild Mahseer, Assam

When I landed in front of my Silver tips bungalow in Wild Mahseer, I was so in awe of my abode for the next 2 days that I ALMOST lost my backpack. I’m grateful to a virtuous cab driver who came back to return it. Rooms We arrived at Wild...

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1-Day Itinerary to Phuket – Massive Savings Unlocked!
Asia, Thailand Dec 2, 2022

1-Day Itinerary to Phuket – Massive Savings Unlocked!

Didn’t someone say that Thailand is a backpacker’s paradise? Then why are we talking about traveling to Thailand on a budget? While some parts of this gorgeous and highly hospitable country might be known for being pocket friendly – there...

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Nov 7, 2022

The Roving Heart – All Links

Hi, I’m Raksha, an adventure and experiential travel blogger from India. I’ve been travel blogging since 2016 and I’ve worked with some prominent brands in my travel blogging career. Previous Collaborations: Thailand Tourism,...

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Things to do in Manas National Park
Asia, India Jan 31, 2020

Things to do in Manas National Park

Nestled in the foothills of Eastern Himalaya, in the hinterlands of Assam, is Manas National Park, a paradise for wildlife and nature lovers. Apart from being a UNESCO World Heritage site, Manas also has other laurels to its name. It’s a...

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Year Roundup: Travel Highlights of 2019
Travel Stories, World Jan 15, 2020

Year Roundup: Travel Highlights of 2019

So far, 2018 was my best year of travel. And I didn’t expect 2019 to top it off. But what a year of travel it has been! January: Atlanta   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Raksha| Travel| India| World...

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How To Travel With a Full Time Job
Travel Tips Feb 13, 2019

How To Travel With a Full Time Job

If I had a dime for every time someone asked me how do I travel with a full-time job, I’d be a millionaire right now! Okay, I’m exaggerating! But yes, every time people find out I travel with a full-time job, I see a question mark...

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Living the Authentic Italian Life through Workaway
Travel Stories, EPIC Travels, Italy, Reviews Apr 17, 2018

Living the Authentic Italian Life through Workaway

I have been wanting to try an international Workaway program for a while now, and it has been eluding me for years just like my Euro trip. I finally decided to go to Europe in Feb 2018 and explore Rome, Florence, Venice, Zurich, Prague, and...

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Incredible Travel moments in 2017 – My 2017 Travel In Visuals
Travel Stories Jan 1, 2018

Incredible Travel moments in 2017 – My 2017 Travel In Visuals

2017 had its share of ups and downs and it was a big learning experience for me. I didn’t travel as much as I thought I would but I learned and experimented with life more than I did any other year. Here’s my travel review of 2017...

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Sensational Travel Tales from Meghalaya, India
India, Travel Stories Sep 29, 2017

Sensational Travel Tales from Meghalaya, India

Did you know the black magic story behind the Dainthlen falls? Or that Meghalaya follows a matriarchal system where women are the breadwinners of the family? Or the numerous stories linked to the sacred forests? Grab a cuppa, and read on to find...

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Exploring the Mystical land of Cherrapunji, Meghalaya
India, Travel Guides, Travel Stories Apr 27, 2017

Exploring the Mystical land of Cherrapunji, Meghalaya

This post provides a brief overview of one of the wettest places on earth – Cherrapunji. Find a comprehensive travel guide on Cherrapunji, places to visit and things to do in Cherrapunji and where to stay in this post. But first,...

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Hola! I’m Raksha Rao, the founder and Chief Editor of The Roving Heart and I heartily welcome you to this blog!

I’m perpetually in search of the next trip, next adventure and forever aching to fly far away to a land of strangers.

Come follow me on my journey and I promise you to take you on an adventure!

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