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…
Thirumayam: a town of temples and a historical fort
There is no denying the fact that India is a treasure trove of eclectic sights spanning history, architecture, art, culture and religion. With engaging sites in almost every small city…
Photoessay: Postcards from the ancient city of Trichy (Tiruchirappalli)
Located in the central part of the southern state of Tamil Nadu, Trichy is often referred to one of the oldest cities of India. A centre of rich cultural and…
Lalbagh Biannual Flower Show – a Display Teeming with Life and Beauty
It is that time of the year when Bangalore gears up to witness Lalbagh’s biannual flower show. Arguably one of the best lung spaces in the city, Lalbagh Botanical Garden…
Trümmelbach Falls: an Awe-Inspiring Sight in Lauterbrunnen Valley
There is no denying the fact that Switzerland is a land of unparalleled natural beauty. Apart from its glorious mountains and picturesque lakes, did you know that it is home…
Five Christmas Markets to Visit in Switzerland
Unarguably the best time of the year, Christmas and the holiday season is just around the corner. A time for joy and celebration, Christmas time is indeed one of the…
Zurich Toy Museum: A Nostalgic Journey Through Childhood
We just celebrated Children’s Day in India on 14-Nov and come 20-Nov, it is World Children’s Day. Toys and children are intrisically associated with one another and if childhood toys…