Review: Novotel Vijayawada Varun – your gateway to Vijayawada and beyond
While the city of Vijayawada may not be synonymous with the conventional idea of a vacation or taking a break, this bustling city on the banks of the river Krishna…
Photoessay: Ghantasala – a centre of Buddhism in Andhra Pradesh
The southern state of Andhra Pradesh is a treasure house when it comes to ancient Buddhist sites. With an extremely significant and a deep-rooted influence of Buddhism, the state boasts…
Veerabhadra temple, Lepakshi: a picture of architectural splendour
Given India’s rich cultural history and diverse religious beliefs, temples have always been an integral part of our ethos and culture. Exquisite temples that are an epitome of grandeur have…
Wooden toys of Kondapalli: of colour, charm and creativity
An integral part of our culture, India is home to a number of indigenous crafts that are the lifeline of several communities. Influenced by several factors like availability of raw…
Magical weaves: the elegance of Mangalagiri textiles
Given my love for indigenous textiles, I never miss an opportunity to visit handloom weaving centres during my travels. In line with the country’s rich footprint of textiles, the southern…
A volery of birds at Uppalapadu Bird Sanctuary, Guntur
It is often said that ‘too many disappointments are usually a sign of too many expectations’. Just like for most things in life, this quote is totally applicable to travel…