The World of Dasara Bombe – Ramsons Bombe Mane
Come October and it is time to welcome one of the most important festivals of the Hindu calendar, Dasara aka Dusheera. Celebrated over a period of ten days, Dasara in…
Sudharma – the world’s only Sanskrit daily completes 50 years
The simple name board and the unassuming exteriors of the Sudharma office in Ramachandra Agrahara in Mysore makes it hard for one to believe that this is a “one of…
Royal Orchid Brindavan Garden Palace and Spa: luxury in the lap of nature
Brindavan Gardens Impeccably maintained lawns, manicured bushes, exquisitely crated fountains and lush greenery are some of the first things that catch your attention as you make your way down the…
Srirangapatnam: slice of royalty with the all pervading spirit of Tipu Sultan
Located about 25 km from Mysore is the bustling town of Srirangapatna or Srirangapatnam. Apart from being a popular pilgrimage destination, the town of Srirangapatna boasts of a rich past.…
Mysuru off the beaten track- Part II: Of museums and spirituality
Mysuru as mentioned in this post is a city of many facets. Though it is the second largest and populous city of Karnataka, it is a city with oodles of…
Mysuru off the beaten track- Part I: Of Silk and Sandal
One of the most visited cities of South India, Mysore in Karnataka is synonomous with royalty, heritage and of course its world famous Dasara. Recently renamed Mysuru, the city’s glittering…
Devaraja Market, Mysore: a potpourri of color, customs and culture
With a penchant for exploring the native spirit and culture of a place, I stepped into the renowned Devaraja market of Mysore on my recent visit to the city. Over…
Mysore: along a heritage trail
Easily one of the most popular tourist destinations in India, the heritage city of Mysore (recently renamed Mysuru) is synonomous with resplendent royalty, its larger than life Dasara festival, gorgeous…
Choicest of Furniture at Cherry pick, Bangalore
If you are lover of classy furniture from globally renowned brands, then your destination is not very far. Cherry Pick, Bengaluru’s first International Furniture Boutique was inaugurated last weekend in…
Nanjangud Srikanteshwara Temple: magnificence and majesty
The little town of Nanjangud, about 25 km from the city of Mysore in Karnataka has been a place I have been visiting since childhood. It has become a practice…