Karwar: a day of coastal bliss
The coastal port city of Karwar, located a little over 500 km from the capital city of Bangalore is a great place to spend a few days away from the…
Unusual Museums of London: Part II
London Transport Museum If you are a lover of cars, carriages, trains, buses and automobiles in any form, London’s transport museum is the place to visit. Located in the busy…
Unusual Museums of London: Part I
One of the most visited cities of the world, London is home to a large number of museums showcasing almost everything under the sun including art, culture and history. I…
Kalka to Shimla Toy Train: A Ride of Joy
Toy trains have fascinated me since I was little and even today my eyes gleam with child like excitement when I get a chance to ride on one. So opting…
Little Venice: tranquility amidst London’s hustle bustle
A quiet boat ride in a totally serene setting amidst lush greenery with the noise and chaos seeming hundreds of miles away was something I did not expect to experience…
Amritsar Diaries: Piety, patriotism and a party for the palate
Keen to visit the famous Golden temple, we headed to Amritsar for a short visit. While the Golden temple is in a sense “all pervading” in this North-western city, there…
Thekkady: Jeep Safari and a plethora of activities
Situated very close to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, the Kerala town of Thekkady is every travel enthusiasts’ dream. Surrounded by the lush greenery of the Periyar forsest, Thekkady is home…
A date with the elephants: Sakrebailu Elephant Camp, Shimoga.
Elephants lazing and playing around in the muddy backwaters of the Thunga river in the gentle morning sun is indeed a joyful sight to watch. This can be witnessed in…
Agumbe: ‘Dodda Mane’ aka Big House
Also known as “Cherrapunji of the South”, Agumbe is an utterly beautiful village in the Thirthahalli taluk of Shimoga district in Karnataka. Nestled in the Malnad region, Agumbe is well-known…
Of Estuaries, Confluences and meeting your ultimate ‘Destination’
As I child, learning the cryptic definitions of terms like estuary, bay, inlet, creek and cove in geography always made me wonder if such phenomena really exist in nature and…