I am a researcher by profession, grew up in a small town in the Himalayas and later lived in Finland and Amsterdam. My curiosity to know how things work got me to do science and as a bonus helped me to do quite some travelling. I really enjoy meeting new people and experiencing new cultures.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet new people and support the idea of not-for-profit sharing.

Interests

• reading
• music
• cycling

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Sufi Qawwali, Indian classical, regional music
Books: The Dispossessed, Guns Germs and Steel, I am Pilgrim
Movies: Good Will Hunting

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Hiked to the iconic trolltunga in Norway in a single day.

Teach, Learn, Share

I know some very good recipes from Kashmiri and Mughalai Cuisine.
I am very interested in learning languages.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Lots of fun-facts about history and science.
My precious cooking recipes.
Deep philosophical conversations.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Bulgaria, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Finland, India, Netherlands