Falcons, Falconry and Falcon souq – a unique experience in Doha, Qatar
On my recent visit to Qatar, I learnt that falcons and falconry was and still is an integral part of Qatar’s traditional culutre and lifestyle. One of the most beautiful…
Photo essay: Nilgiri mountain railway: toy train from Coonor to Ooty
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’…
Photo essay: Bengaluru flower market, K R Market
As mentioned in my previous posts, visiting flower markets in any city is my favourite and always on my ‘to do’ list. Last month, I decided to visit the flower…
24 Hours in Queenstown: New Zealand’s Party Capital
There is a lot going on in New Zealand, especially in Queenstown, where the fun never seems to stop. Not only is it known as the adventure capital of the…
Big Cat Rescue, Tampa: the fascinating world of Felines
Lynx, servals, savannah cats, bobcats, lions, tigers and more. These are just some of the animals you can expect to see at the Big Cat Rescue sanctuary in Tampa, Florida.…
#HolidayDifferently with Sterling: 5 unique experiences with Sterling Wayanad
While I have been to Wayanad twice before, this time was certainly a bit more special for I had a chance to do things what I like the most. As…
Sterling Wayanad: of flora, fun, fascinating moments and fond memories
If you are looking for a quick weekend getaway from Bangalore that encompasses a multitude of experiences, a break at the beautiful Sterling Wayanad could well be your answer. Read…
The basket makers of Bangalore: weaving a livelihood through generations
For those of you well versed with Bangalore and its famous K R road, the sight of a several basket makers and their humble ‘stores’ a little off the pavement…
Sri Dharmaraya Swamy Temple: a historical landmark of Bengaluru
It is a well-known fact that when the city of Bengaluru aka Bangalore aka Bendhakaluru was formed, there were four towers or “Kempegowda gopuras” that were designated as the outer…
Togalu Gombeyata: traditional form of puppetry – of art, drama and song
“When we perform in an all women squad, I always essay the role of ‘Bhima'” said Gouramma an established leather puppet artist from a remote village in Ramnagar in Karnataka.…