Photoessay: Mahanavami Dibba aka Dasara Dibba, Hampi
Often referred to as the world’s largest open air museum, Hampi in Karnataka is a heritage site quite like none other. A favourite with tourists from all over the world,…
Rice Museum, Shivalli, Karnataka – of seeds, strains and sustainability
On the occasion of World Museum Day today, here is a look at yet another unusual museum in Karnataka. Read on to find out more… Lush green farms on either…
Veera Narayana Temple, Belavadi – a hidden gem in Chikamagalur, Karnataka
Given that India is a land of temples, it is no surprise that travel unearths some truly hidden gems. And one such gem is the Veera Narayana Temple in Belavadi…
Photoessay: Sri Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple, Melukote
Visiting Melukote as I outlined in one of my recent posts is akin to taking a journey back in time. A quaint charm and oodles of antiquity lend the town…
Gulur Ganesha and Kaidala, Tumkur: of unique temples and traditions
As mentioned in several of my previous posts, Bangalore offers several offbeat sights which form for exciting day trip ideas. If you are a fan of art, architecture and ancient…
Photoessay – Shivarapatna, Kolar district: the hands that craft the Gods
Carved stone panels, statues, idols and stone slabs in varying stages of finishing…..all lining the pavements, house fronts, backyards and basically any empty space. Well, this is Shivarapatna for you.…
Photoessay: Birds of Bettakote Lake, Devanahalli, Karnataka
While Bangalore today is known for its IT parks, start ups, pubs and malls, it is also a city of gardens, parks and lakes. Although rampant urbanization has resulted in…
Photoessay: The temple town and hills of Devarayanadurga
Located in the Tumkur district of Karnataka, Devarayanadurga is a popular temple town. Perched at a height of about 3950 feet above sea level, this one forms for an engaging…
Photoessay: Rustic Charm and Streetscapes – around the sacred town of Melkote, Karnataka
Located about 150 km from Bangalore, Melkote also spelt Melukote is one of Karnataka’s hidden gems. Also known as Thirunarayanapuram, the town is perched on a hill which is called…
Photoessay: Sri Vaidyanatheswara Temple, Talakad, Karnataka
Located about 140 km from Bangalore and 45 km from Mysore, Talakad (also called Talakadu) is a popular tourist and pilgrimage center. A historic site associated with a rather interesting…