Picture this: a 22-year-old Visual Arts student staring at her uncle's vintage Royal Enfield collection, camera in hand, completely mesmerized. That was me five years ago in Pune, and honestly, I had no idea that moment would change everything. What started as documenting my uncle's bike restoration projects slowly became something bigger. Every weekend ride revealed another piece of India's incredible story - forgotten forts with tales of warrior queens, ancient trade routes carved into mountain faces, temples where history still breathes in every stone. Today, I've explored over 120 heritage trails across 15 states, but here's what I've learned: the most beautiful photograph means nothing if you don't understand the story behind it. Every curve in the road, every crumbling wall, every village dhaba has something to teach us about who we are and where we come from. This journey isn't just about collecting stamps on a map. It's about connecting with the soul of our incredible country, one kilometer at a time.