Indigenous creativity: Idol makers of Kumartuli
One of India’s biggest and most colorful festivals Dusshera or Durga puja is celebrated in a variety of ways in different parts of the country. The festival is a riot…
Kolkata: the quintessential charm of the City of Joy
On my first visit to the second largest city of India, I quickly realized that Kolkata has a charm like none other. The cultural and intellectual capital of India presents…
Gangasagar: of holy confluence and religious heritage
Endless stretches of soft silver sand amidst clear skies and gentle winds greeted us as we approached the holy waters of Sagardwip or Gangasagar. The pristine beach waters were fairly…
Stratford-upon-Avon: a visit to Shakespeare’s birthplace
While the literary genius of William Shakespeare (April 1564 – April 23, 1616) may have left the world 400 years ago, his legacy lives on even today. His timeless comedies,…
Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple: an ancient wonder
Located just under 60 km from Bangalore, is the remarkable Bhoga Nandeshwara temple in the quaint village of Nandi. One of the oldest temples in Karnataka, the place is located…
Rustic scenes and rural experiences in and around Mosale
While most of my travel posts till date have been on destinations or particular attractions, this one is about some of the most simple yet insightful sights that one comes…
Nageshvara-Chennakeshava temple: monumental twin temples of Mosale
While the magnificence and ornate architecture of the Hoysala temples is, usually, synonomous with the temples of Belur and Halebidu, a visit to the sleepy hamlet of Mosale proved me…
Gorgeous Grasmere: a slice of the old world charm
Bewitchingly beautiful and absolutely angelic, Lake District is one of the most picturesque and popular destinations in England. With a plethora of things to do and see, our trip to…
Rosary Church, Shettihalli: a journey back in time.
A recent visit to Hassan took us to one of the most stunning places I have visited of late. About 25 km from Hassan, on the Hassan-Shettihalli Road, lies the…
Color, creativity and craftsmanship: Mangalore Flower Market
Flowers are an integral part of Indian culture and occupy a very significant place whether during daily worship, festivals or any special occasions or celebrations. Visiting flower markets in any…