Hyderabad, July 22 -- In a world where travel memories usually live on phone galleries and Instagram highlights, a paper passport is making an unexpected comeback. But this one will not get you through airport immigration.

Called the Philately Passport, this unique souvenir by India Post has become one of India's most surprising travel trends.

Videos of people collecting colourful postal stamps have gone viral on Instagram, while hundreds of travel lovers and stamp collectors have been seen standing in long queues just to buy one.

What was once considered an old-fashioned hobby is now inspiring a new generation to travel differently.

A passport that celebrates India's heritage

Despite its name, the Philately Passport is not an offici...