Aranyer Dibaratri by Nibedita Ghosh [Hardcover]

A Unique Collection of Travel Narratives: ‘Aranyer Dibaratri’

‘Aranyer Dibaratri’ is a fascinating anthology of travel stories, offering a unique flavor of adventure and exploration. It brings to life encounters with exotic wildlife, forests, seas, and distant lands—experiences that we usually witness only through television screens. From meeting armadillos and anteaters in the Amazon to spotting orangutans and the rare Rafflesia flower in the jungles of Borneo, the book vividly recounts thrilling moments. It narrates the care of a jaguar and its cub in the vast Cerrado region, mesmerizing sights of seals, dolphins, and penguins in Patagonia, swimming across the Great Barrier Reef, watching blue macaws perched in Pantanal’s trees, fishing for piranhas, and witnessing baby crocodiles in water hyacinth-covered swamps.

Beyond nature and wildlife, the book also offers rare glimpses into the customs and cultures of indigenous communities across the globe. It paints a vibrant picture of Masai village life, the heartfelt hospitality of Myoko islanders in Papua New Guinea, and the warm welcome of a Chilean family at Tariri Lodge.

For avid travelers and adventure enthusiasts, this book is undoubtedly a priceless treasure, capturing the essence of uncharted experiences and cultural exchanges from around the world.