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Chettinad Museum: An ode to Chettiar culture, heritage and lifestyle

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Located in the Sivagangai and Pudukottai districts of the southern state of Tamil Nadu, Chettinad is a popular destination to visit for more reasons than one.  Synonymous with grandeur and opulence, Chettinad was originally the home of the wealthy Nattukottai Chettiars.  A merchant community who traded in spices and precious metals, the Chettiars were also… Continue reading Chettinad Museum: An ode to Chettiar culture, heritage and lifestyle

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Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram – a Grand Reflection of the Incredible Chola Heritage

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With close to a whopping 40,000 temples, Tamil Nadu in South India is rightly known as the Land of Temples. Most of these temples are centuries old and have been built by the erstwhile ruling dynasties like the Pandyas, Cholas, Pallavas etc. Many of these were just not places of worship but also centres of… Continue reading Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram – a Grand Reflection of the Incredible Chola Heritage

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Kumbakonam Diaries: Sacred Trails, Streetscapes and more….

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As the first rays of the sun pierced, almost reluctantly, through the gaps of the thick clouds on an overcast January morning, the lush green paddy fields were still shrouded in thick fog.  With birds chirping and the rhythmic hymns of Sri Venkateshwara Suprabhatam playing in the background, women deftly covered the wet earth outside… Continue reading Kumbakonam Diaries: Sacred Trails, Streetscapes and more….

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Thirumayam: a town of temples and a historical fort

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There is no denying the fact that India is a treasure trove of eclectic sights spanning history, architecture, art, culture and religion. With engaging sites in almost every small city and town, it is no surprise if you spot them totally unplanned, say, when you are travelling to a totally different place. And this what… Continue reading Thirumayam: a town of temples and a historical fort

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Photoessay: Postcards from the ancient city of Trichy (Tiruchirappalli)

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Located in the central part of the southern state of Tamil Nadu, Trichy is often referred to one of the oldest cities of India. A centre of rich cultural and architectural heritage, Trichy is a busy city that is bustling with temples and markets. The city is believed to have been the capital of the… Continue reading Photoessay: Postcards from the ancient city of Trichy (Tiruchirappalli)

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Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Museum, Madurai

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On the occasion of Martyrs’ Day (Shaheed Diwas) also known as Sarvodaya day, celebrated each year on 30-Jan, here is a look at the Gandhi Memorial museum in Madurai. The date marks the death anniversary of the Father of our nation, Mahatma Gandhi. The temple town of Madurai in southern India is famous for more… Continue reading Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Museum, Madurai

Toy train: Coonor to Ooty Photo essay: Nilgiri mountain railway: toy train from Coonor to Ooty
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Photo essay: Nilgiri mountain railway: toy train from Coonor to Ooty

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Trains and train journeys often get me all nostalgic with fond memories of my childhood days. A train journey from Hyderabad to our home town, Banglaore was a ‘regular feature’ and a ritual we followed during summer vacations. It was something my sister and me always looked forward to, not to mention the fights we… Continue reading Photo essay: Nilgiri mountain railway: toy train from Coonor to Ooty