Dampness: “Fix it” now and enjoy freedom of a life time
With rains lashing most parts of the country now, it is that time of the year where the initial euphoria and excitement associated with the rains has worn off and…
Tarakeshwara temple, Hangal – an architectural marvel
Beautiful stone pillars, exquisite architecture, elaborate ceilings and remarkable sculptures were just some of the things that had me totally awe inspired when I visited the Tarakeshwara temple in Hangal.…
Book Review: The Story of a Suicide by Sriram Ayer
Review “The Story of a Suicide” by Sriram Ayer is one that perhaps reflects the state of society and how youth relate to and deal with different aspects of life…
The state of many colors: Rajasthan, on my wishlist
Without leaps of imagination, or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all, is a form of planning: Gloria Steinem As the above quote conveys, it is always…
Announcement: Change in Domain name
Hello readers, Just wanted to let you know that rashminotes.wordpress.com is now rashminotes.com. I have a site redirect in place that will automatically take you to the new website. My…
Chennai: The charismatic coastal city of South India – Guest post
I am very excited to share my first guest post that I wrote for the Wild Book Company managed by the wonderful Lois Key. It is a photo essay on…
The courtyard house: top 5 decor inspirations
The classic charm and elegance of courtyard houses is something that never fails to enamor me. The history and origin of these houses in India date all the way back…
Colgate magical stories: Power of Story Telling
When was the last time your child told you a story? When I was asked this question, it got me thinking. It has been a while indeed and also with…
Devaraja Market, Mysore: a potpourri of color, customs and culture
With a penchant for exploring the native spirit and culture of a place, I stepped into the renowned Devaraja market of Mysore on my recent visit to the city. Over…
DakshinaChitra: a slice of South Indian culture and heritage
If you are a lover of heritage houses, ancient culture, folklore and traditional arts and crafts, DakshinaChitra is the place for you. Located about 25 km from the metro city…