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…
Photoessay: The spectacular beauty of Gaganachukki and Bharachukki Falls
Located in Mandya district, Gaganachukki and Bharachukki waterfalls are a famous tourist attraction in the state of Karnataka. Also called Shivanasamudra falls, this one is formed on the river Kaveri…
HMT Heritage Centre and Museum: a trip down memory lane
Growing up in Hyderabad, HMT was an integral part of my life as my father was employed with the PSU for over 40 years. So, when I heard about the…
Photoessay: Visit to a Garo community village in Assam – a unique experience
As part of my Arunchal Pradesh sojourn last year, I had the opportunity to visit several unique places, one of them being a visit to a Garo community village in…
Le Gruyère – the legacy of cheese making in Gruyères, Switzerland
Just like its breathtaking scenery, Switzerland is synonyms with its delectable chocolates and cheese. One of the country’s most famous hard cheeses Le Gruyère is named after the medieval town…
Photoessay: Kanva Reservoir – a haven for nature lovers
A tranquil setting amidst lush greenery and a plethora of chirping birds, Kanva forms for a perfect getaway from Bangalore. At a distance of just about 65 km from Bangalore,…
Photoessay: Countryside Captures – West Siang District, Arunachal Pradesh
Few experiences are more fascinating than taking a road trip through the countryside of India. Lush green landscapes, beautiful scenery, farm lands and unique rural scapes make the journey both…
International Museum Day: On a museum trail in Bangalore
One of the most popular things to do when you visit a new place is to check out its museums. This is one of the things that is always on…
Photoessay: Hans Christian Andersen Museum, Solvang
If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales – Albert Einstein Well, as…
Crafts Emporium, Ziro: an insight into the traditional crafts of Arunachal Pradesh
Given India’s immense diversity, it is not an understatement to say that our country is a treasure trove of traditional arts and crafts. Every region, state and even individual towns…