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Gudi Padwa lunch at Mystic Masala, Taj Blue Diamond
A friend was in town, on work [know him for about a decade+, from Chennai, lives in Dubai] We had met up and spent nearly all day together the last…
Confessions of a Blog-aholic in a Disappearing World
This post is more of a ‘Confessions of a Blogger in the Age of Fleeting Likes: Why I Still Write, Even When No One’s Watching’ Remember the golden age of…
Exploring Pune.. Kasba Peth & Kaas Plateau
I love travelling and I also love exploring the town I am in.. be it for travel or work purposes. Ever since I moved to Pune a year ago, am…
Travel through Madhya Pradesh
As the frosty winds whisper through India, a land beckons, draped in the golden hues of winter. Madhya Pradesh, nestled in the heart of the country, transforms into a tapestry…
Lost amidst Gods in Khajuraho… Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh
From Corbett, we headed back to Delhi as the next leg of our journey was in the other direction. We took the night train from Delhi to Khajuraho, went to…
Land’s end, Bandra…
During my last visit to Mumbai, friend took it upon herself to show me around certain parts of the city I haven’t been to and certain pockets that she had…
A walk through history at the Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum, Bombay
I was heading back to Bombay after a gap of about 5years and this time I had no agenda at all. I had informed about 4-5 folks that I am…
Jim Thompson’s house, Bangkok
When I was planning my Bangkok trip, as always I did do a bit of research and one of the places that cropped up in almost all the sites was…
Exploring Galle, Sri Lanka
There we were in our last leg of the trip, heading towards Galle before driving back down to Colombo for a day’s rest before catching our flight back home.
Amidst the Pink walls of Jaipur
It was hot, and no, it was not summer. It was October, and it was hot.. Yes i know i said it before, but i want you to understand how…
Skywatch Friday.. The Shore Temple
Situated along the Bay of Bengal shore lines is the majestic Shore Temple. Built with blocks of granite, this structural temple today welcomes visitors with open arms.
A Day in Daroji
An overnight train journey from Bangalore brought us to Hospet, and within minutes of getting off the train, we were on the road to the Sloth Bear Resort.
Skywatch Friday… History amidst nature
This was a journey we had embarked on nearly a year ago, but for some strange reason i was reminded of it today! And so, decided to unearth the photograph…
Skywatch Friday… Fiery Skies
I walked out of the room towards the beach, there was nothing on my mind and all i wanted was to spend some time in the company of Me!
Lady of Lourdes Church,Trichy
As we wandered around near the bus stand, the distant sound of a bell reached my ears. I instantly started looking around to see where it came from.
Akka Thangi Betta
These are two giant boulders that seem to be leaning against each other in the middle of nowhere in Hampi. When i saw these rocks while driving back from near…
Valluvar Kottam, Madras
The memorial, dedicated to famous the poet & saint Thiruvalluvar has been built in the shape of a temple chariot. Infact, legend has it that it is indeed a replica…
Skywatch Friday — St Stephen’s Church, Ooty
Was taking a break from work and glancing through my photo albums when i stumbled upon the one titled “Ooty”. Its been 2years since my last visit and i sure…
[Skywatch] History and Heritage comes alive
The Structure that is home to the Monolithic Kadalekalu Ganesha, near Virupaksha temple in Hampi… Shot this from outside the fence. and……….. The Mahanavami Dibba in the Royal Enclosures –…
History on the streets of Kerala
Listening to the incessant rains outside our room, the three of us lazed about, wondering if the Sun ever shone in this part of the country, and what our day…
Birds of a feather….
During my recent trip to Hampi and Anegundi, i spotted quite a few birds.. Now i know i dont have the camera to take good pictures of these feathered friends…
Day 6 – To travel is
To spend time with oneself… To learn more about ME To wander the land i’ve not set foot in To explore more of places that i’ve visited before To learn…