Valparai: an alluring hill station
Nestled on the Anamalai hill ranges of the Western Ghats, Valparai at 3500 feet above sea level is an idyllic hill station. Lush green shola forests, picturesque locales, well-manicured tea…
Parambikulam Tiger Reserve, Kerala: wilderness and more
Our visit to the Parambikulam Tiger Reserve, stands out as one of the most memorable and unique trips made to a wildlife sanctuary. The reserve which offers a magnificent range…
Ramadevara betta: Ancient Rama temple in the hills of Ramnagar
Approximately 50 km from the city of Bengaluru is the small town of Ramanagara, which is located on the Bengaluru-Mysore highway. The town is famous for its silk production, cocon…
Hampi: Many Wonders and The Mango tree
Hampi, one of the most visited towns in Southern India is home to a number of heritage wonders. On the list of UNESCO’s World Heritage sites, the ruins of Hampi…
Someshwara Beach: serenity in the coastal city of Mangalore.
The coastal city of Mangalore is home to a number of beautiful beaches apart from other tourist attractions. Having visited the city earlier and seen the Panambur and nearby Surathkal…
Bengaluru’s annual groundnut fair: Kadalekai Parishe
A ‘ground nut’ fair? Sounds strange for many but I am sure not for those of you who are from or familiar with Bengaluru. For the uninitiated, the groundnut fair…
Avian Wonder: River terns in Bhadra
It was the end of April and a totally impromptu decision by us to head to the River Tern lodge as we did not want to miss the river terns…
Kerala tourism’s trump card – Alleppey Houseboat cruise
Gliding through the palm fringed backwaters in a “Kettuvallam” (Houseboat) with the gentle winds blowing across your face amidst nature all around, can be one of the most mesmerizing experiences…
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…