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Teej Festival in Jaipur
It is nearly monsoon up north and that is what brought on this post. It was Aug 2013 and I was doing some reading about the places to visit in…
Kalady- The birthplace of Adi Sankaracharya
It was my friend’s birthday and I had decided to lane there as a surprise. Her husband knew of my plans, but she did not.
Relishing the Challenge- Braving the storm
During a recent movie meet with friends, we were talking about going on a road trip to Goa. Then came the discussion of when is a good time to hit…
Bhoothathan Kettu Dam, built by the Bhoothams
Every journey we embark on has its share of surprises and adventures. This trip of mine to Kochi was no less. It was Saturday and i was busy shuttling between…
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… 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…
Talacauvery, where Cauvery is born
The journey to Coorg was very special, it was happening after years of dreaming and a few cancelled plans as well. We were 3 friends, one from Bangalore and us…
[Skywatch Friday]- Where Mangroves rule the water
The journey through the green fields and empty roads took me to the place that is home to the 2nd Largest Mangrove forest in the world..
[Skywatch friday] Singing the Blues
The light blue sky behind the Seeyamangalam temple near Vandavasi [ The dark evening sky in Kerala, Kovalam For more beautiful skies, visit Skywatch Friday
Travel in 2010
Every year i pray for Good health, progress/focus in Work, and ofcourse Travel.. 2010 was no different, as Jan 1st dawned these were the things on my “to do” list……
The Dargah …
“Are you journalists?” “In which paper do you write” ‘You are both travelling alone?” were some questions that sparked off conversations, helping us kill time, making the bus journey enjoyable.
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…
[Skywatch friday] Heaven indeed
As the sun sets, the clouds dance to the colours in the sky…. The Puri Jagannath Tempe in Chennai on ECR had us all captivated with its beauty, pristine marble…
Time to sail away….
All planning done Everything has been sorted out [almost] Only thing that remains is we pack our bags and scoot… This is yet another 1st of sorts..A vacation with high…
[Skywatch Friday] Blazing glory
Like fire lighting up the sky the clouds scattered about Like fire adding a bit of spark the clouds liven up the skies Like fire blazing glory the clouds they…
Day 8- Up Up and Away
The joy of being up above the clouds Watching the city down below disappear under fluffly masses Feasting on the beautiful sun rising/setting Wanting to reach out the window and…
Light me, wont you
The ghee lamps waiting to be bought and lit at Singaperumal temple, Chengelpet…
[55er] Dream
Driving back home, my thoughts began to wander. “What if the guy and gal weren’t killed?” “What if the girl’s brother had set them free?”
Towering
Towering high majestic and grand decked in bright red with rings of light on your neck you came waltzing towards me fear, excitment and a rush ripping through me in…
Quick Getaway.. Pondicherry!!
Sometimes you dont know which direction you are headed till you actually reach!! For us, it happened literally..It was the Christmas long weekend, and the plan was a trip to…
Ahem…
Today, while returning from Blore, we saw a truck ahead of us with this on the rear… i spotted it,burst out laughing and pointed it out to K since he…
Ambur – Leather and biryani!!
It was my great uncle [gramma’s bro] 60th bday- shashtiabdapoorthi on 21st Sep, and we all decided to drive down, just 3hours from Chennai, and the roads are beautiful!!
Of Temples and heritage sites….
The day started early, and Lakshmi and I were on our way!! Had kinda decided on 2routes, with a whole bunch of places to visit during the day and finally…