Nachiarkoil Kuthuvilakku aka The Nachiarkoil lamp
As mentioned in my previous post, Natchiarkoil is an eclectic town near Kumbakonam and forms for an engaging visit in more ways than one. Apart from the Nachiyar Kovil or…
Nachiar Kovil or Thirunarayur Nambi Temple: Natchiarkoil, Kumbakonam
There is no denying the fact that travelling within India is replete with interesting sights, engaging experiences and surprises at almost every nook and corner. A visit to the southern…
Chettinad Museum: An ode to Chettiar culture, heritage and lifestyle
Located in the Sivagangai and Pudukottai districts of the southern state of Tamil Nadu, Chettinad is a popular destination to visit for more reasons than one. Synonymous with grandeur and…
Photoessay: Giessbach Waterfalls (Giessbachfälle) – a Beautiful Spectacle on Brienz Lake
There is no denying the fact that Switzerland is a country replete with some of the most beautiful sights on the planet. Whether it is the mighty Alps, lush green…
Mango Festival, Kuruvakkavu: A celebration of Indigenous Mango Varieties in Kannapuram
Come 01-May and the renowned mango festival in Kuruvakkavu, an area within Kannapuram of Kannur district in Kerala is back. An initiative led by 43-year-old Shyju Machathi along with a…
Spring Diaries in Zurich: A Riot of Colour
Spring adds new life and new beauty to all that is – Jessica Harrelson Arguably one of the most beautiful seasons of the year, spring is all about colour, new…
Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram – a Grand Reflection of the Incredible Chola Heritage
With close to a whopping 40,000 temples, Tamil Nadu in South India is rightly known as the Land of Temples. Most of these temples are centuries old and have been…
Kumbakonam Diaries: Sacred Trails, Streetscapes and more….
As the first rays of the sun pierced, almost reluctantly, through the gaps of the thick clouds on an overcast January morning, the lush green paddy fields were still shrouded…
Photoessay: Marken, Netherlands – Bucolic charm galore
Think Netherlands and the first thing that comes to your mind is Amsterdam, water canals and tulips. But a visit to the Dutch countryside promises an equally fascinating experience too.…
On a temple trail in Subrahmanya, Karnataka
Known as one of the most holy places created by saint Parashurama, the Kukke Shri Subrahmanya temple is arguably one of the most popular pilgrimage centres in the southern state…