The Allure of the Udupi Mallige (Udupi Jasmine)
It is close to 9.30 am on a sultry Sunday morning and the roads of Shankerpura (also spelt Shankarpura), known for its famous mallige (jasmine) bear a deserted look. I…
On a temple trail in Subrahmanya, Karnataka
Known as one of the most holy places created by saint Parashurama, the Kukke Shri Subrahmanya temple is arguably one of the most popular pilgrimage centres in the southern state…
Lalbagh Biannual Flower Show – a Display Teeming with Life and Beauty
It is that time of the year when Bangalore gears up to witness Lalbagh’s biannual flower show. Arguably one of the best lung spaces in the city, Lalbagh Botanical Garden…
St. Lawrence Shrine Basilica: Attur, Karkala
There is never a dearth of interesting sights and experiences when you travel to coastal Karnataka, especially the South Canara region. Mangalore and Udupi are replete with interesting experiences spanning…
Hasti Mangala: an ode to the Indian Elephant
Today is Ganesh Chaturthi, one of the main festivals of the Hindu calendar and one dedicated to the Lord of Beginnings aka Lord Ganesha. Arguably India’s most loved God, Ganapati,…
Udupi Sarees: the beauty and grace of handlooms
While the temple town of Udupi is well known for its famous Krishna temple, its mouth watering cuisine and other interesting sites as welll as nearby towns, did you know…
Srimanthi Bhai Memorial Government Museum: an engaging visit
One of the best ways to pick up insights about the local history, art, architecture and culture of a place is by visiting musuems located there. Being a big fan…
The Veena makers of Simpadipura – home to a dying craft
Entering the interiors of Simpadipura, a sleepy hamlet about 60 km from Bangalore it is not uncommon to hear the sounds of chisels and hammers striking against wood. Large logs…
NIMHANS Heritage Museum, Bangalore
A premier and multidisciplinary institute dedicated to research, patient care, training and academic pursuit in the field of mental health and neurosciences, NIMHANS is a landmark that is hard to…
Photoessay: Monsoon Magic in Coorg
Often dubbed as the Scotland of India, Coorg is arguably one of the most scenic places in South India. Nestled along the Western Ghats, it is located in between Mysore…