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Skywatch Friday.. Winter & colours

Skywatch Friday… Winter is here

Skywatch Friday… Colours in the sky

Skywatch Friday.. Winter is nearly here

the sky has been gorgeous last few days. Rains are nearly over, and slowly can feel the chill creep in, esp in the mornings..

Skywatch Friday… Colours

We stepped out last evening and one of the stops we made was for ice cream. While i waited outside, couldn’t help notice the beautiful blue skies and this new…

[Skywatch Friday]- Winter is here…

Skywatch Friday… Changing moods

Skywatch Friday.. Foggy and cold

Its October and suddenly there is fog and mornings are quite chill.. This was today morning…

Skywatch Friday… Rainy days!

Last Monday, I had gone for a Ganapathi walk with a group visiting the Manache Ganapthi [old & prestigious] temples, Mandais [ the pandals set up for Ganesh Chathurthi] and…

Skywatch… Rains & skies

Skywatch Friday… Clouds galore..

Skywatch Friday.. Shades of The Sky

The varied colours of the sky across November from our balcony..I love waking up every morning and looking right outside the window, watching the sky light up slowly….

Skywatch Friday… Colours and drama

Skywatch Friday… Woke up to a Rainbow

Skywatch Friday… Monsoons are here

In Pune and am loving my 1st experience of the Monsoons.. It has been raining, but nothing too crazy & I love how life goes on, unlike in Chennai where…

Skywatch Friday.. Heavy heart gloomy skies

The last flight I took was back from Bangalore to Pune.. a trip that was completely unplanned, but one that had to happen sometime.. I flew back with a heavy…

Skywatch Friday.. in the jungles

The gorgeous blazing sky as we got back to the resort after a fabulous safari sighting at Ranthambore…

Skywatch Friday… on the road

Clicked these during the most recent road trip to Bombay and back.. loved the colours of the sky and am always fascinated by how nature seems to put on a…

Skywatch Friday.. city skyline

One evening last week, there was thunder, lightening and good hour of rains where the sky was just this magical pinkish hue… Thankfully it cooled down and I enjoyed the…

Skywatch Friday…. open skies

We were gearing up for the last day safari into the jungles and this was the morning sky….

Skywatch Friday.. Night sky

We did a few road trips, and also got the chance to go for drives later in the evening. Now, since it was winter, the sky would turn dark around…

Skywatch Friday – Home & views

We were finally home, and even though it was one helluva holiday, we were exhausted after all those flights, and jumping time zones. Our bodies were confused, we were sleeping…

Skywatch Friday.. High up

Am back, after a brief hiatus, one that took me across the globe to the US. Took quite a few flights, going across from West coast to East Coast and…

Skywatch Friday… View from home

From last evening..

Skywatch Friday … Rains to Clear skies

During my most recent flight, there was a lot of drama and uncertainty! In fact, till we took off, I wasn’t sure if we were gonna actually take off and…

Skywatch Friday… Clouds and Mist..

The sky today morning… Uff.. beautiful~ All are mobile clicks with a lot of effort [ well, Nature had done 90% of the job, but i had squeeze the camera…

Skywatch Friday – Different Moods, different shades

I love standing in the balcony and gazing at the sky… watching the clouds glide along, sometimes the sun peeks out and other times dark clouds are all I see.

Skywatch Friday.. The Skies..

This was probably the 1st time in a long time when I purchased just a one-way ticket… It was exciting and am now looking forward to what life holds in…

[Skywatch Friday] Clear skies after the rain

We have had a few weeks filled with nothing but dark clouds, and crazy rains scattered through the day. The last two days has been clear skies and chill weather……

[Skywatch] Cloudy with splash of rain

There has been such a drastic change in the weather, it has been raining on & off the past few days and we are rejoicing… It feels so good to…

[Skywatch] From the terrace

Last evening, I went up to the terrace cos the ACT guys wanted to sort out the cable, and install a connection at home. While the rep was busy doing…

[Skywatch] From the garden

I know I know, this Skywatch Friday profile has gone missing, but I do miss posting on Friday about the gorgeous skies I have seen… So I am bringing it…

Skywatch Friday… Touchdown Chennai

It was a holiday of many FIRSTs… Among the long list was the fact that I did not click too many pictures during the flight.

Skies across Uttarakand to Delhi and beyond…

Some gorgeous images of the sky while up in the air and during the safaris across Corbett & Panna….

Ethel M Chocolates’ Botanical Cactus Garden, Nevada

On the way back from Vegas towards Los Angeles, the bus was to make few stops, one of which was Ethel M Chocolates’ that included a visit to the Botanical…

Skywatch Friday… Bhubaneshwar to Chennai I fly….

I love the window seat, and I make sure to grab it at every given opportunity. This time, while flying back from Bhubaneswar, I was allotted the aisle seating on…

Skywatch Friday… Above the city lines

If you know me, you will know how I love the window seat on an airplane and hog it at every given chance.. This time, during the 4 flights I…

Skywatch Friday… A day in Pondicherry with me – 5- Soaking in the sun

Bharathi Park and Aayi Mandayam are places that I end up spending some time in every time I visit Pondicherry. Infact I have done a detailed blog post on this…

Skywatch Friday… New kinda company!

It has been a few months since my last trip and this one was indeed a special one, with many firsts.. For the first time I actually announced to my…

Skywatch Friday. One among the many temples..

While exploring Karaikudi, we stumbled upon this temple, majestic and beautiful. it was closed and so we did not go inside. Did however spend some time in the Museum nearby…

Skywatch Friday.. Along the Galle Fort

We were on our last leg of the Srilankan holiday. We left Unawatuna that morning and drove towards Galle before heading down back to Colombo.

Skywatch Friday- Madurai in all its glory

Walking through the streets, I reminisced about our life in that town, crossing the road to get to school, the family that lived below in our house and a whole…

Skywatch Friday- Humannya- Blow Hole, Sri lanka

As we were driving along towards Matara, our driver announced there was a Blow Hole nearby and asked if we wanted to visit. Ofcourse we did!!

Skywatch Friday… Above the Indian Ocean

There we were walking from the airport shuttle all set to hop into the flight and head off to our final destination- Colombo. We were flying in a Bombardier Q400…

Skywatch Friday-Durgiana Mandir, Amritsar

We had just landed in Amritsar and plans were being made for the days to follow. We learnt there was a temple near the hotel we stayed at which is…

Skywatch Friday- Along the blue waters at Temple Bay

A little beep on my phone where it all began! A friend asked “How about we all go for a drive and a nice lunch on 12th jan, sunday?”

Skywatch Friday…French War memorial, Pondicherry

It would be an understatement if I said this year was off to a not so great start. It has been an amazing one so far.

Skywatch Friday– Fire in the sky

There I was, sitting in my favorite seat, eyes shining bright and glued to the window.. When we were checking in, my friend wanted an aisle seat, preferably in the…

Skywatch Friday.. Qutb Minar, Delhi

I was randomly sorting through the folders in my HDD when I came upon a folder titled Images and I spotted quite a few taken during my earlier trips across…

Skywatch Friday … At the Albert Hall Museum, Jaipur

Looks like am going in reverse order! We were there in Jaipur for just another day and that Monday morning we decided to visit The Albert Hall Museum 1st before…

Skywatch Friday… Astronomy and science- Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

And what a glorious morning it was. We woke up to see the gentle drizze through the window, the spotted deer grazing in the park nearby and pigeons all over…

Skywatch Friday- High up in the sky

There is something about being 30,000 feet up in the air. For some it is scary, but am not one of those. I enjoy travelling and so the mode doesn’t…

Skywatch Friday … Racing ahead

It has been a week since I got back from a relaxed break. I spent a good 5days in Kochi with a friend and her family, doing nothing but unwinding.

Skywatch Friday… Dutch live on

After ages, am back on the Skywatch Friday wagon today… All thanks to a conversation I had with a friend about Tranquebar. It has been over 2yrs since I was…

Skywatch Friday.. Flower Friday…. Roses Galore

We were in the Blue hills, the Nilgiris and this trip was with my dear darling friend and her family [who are as good as mine].

Skywatch Friday- Walk amidst the trees

A text from a friend “Girl, we are planning a tree walk on saturday with a few of my friends and our kids, coming? It is from 4-5pm in the…

Skywatch Friday… Grandeur Galore

I couldnt believe myself. I was actually there, a place I had been wanting to visit for quite sometime now. This was such an impulse trip, and I was loving…

Skywatch Friday- Lord Krishna stands tall

While we were walking around the Baha’i temple, i spotted a tall gopuram not so far off. Pointed it out to mom and within minutes she was asking the guys…

Skywatch Friday… Uniting the world- Baha’i House of worship, Delhi

And we had finally landed, we were in Delhi, couldnt believe it. It had been nearly 4-5yrs since my last visit and mom was here after eons.

Skywatch Friday and 275th post… Welcome to the Blue Hills

It is not often that you take a holiday that leaves you wanting more. I had one such experience recently. Even though it was a trip to a familiar destination…

Skywatch Friday- Where the sea meets the sky

How I wish i could switch off this life and get away, disappear? Maybe to a place where i know no one and there is nothing but the ocean and…

Skywatch Friday… Bridge over the Indian Ocean

I have been wanting to visit Rameswaram for as long as i can remember. But it just dint seem to happen. Gramma told me “Rameswaram & Kasi are places you…

Skywatch Friday, The sun rises over Tranquebar

I havent done Skywatch in weeks and so decided to resume today. Last year around this time was when i did the Coromandel coast trip, and what a journey it…

Skywatch Friday… Rolling grasslands

The winding path, and clear skies kept us company as we drove from Ooty towards Wellington. Why? After 3 fun days with the dogs & their owners/trainers, it was time…

Skywatch Friday…The Port city

Allowing the road to direct the journey, i found myself in the port city of Karaikal I drove along the narrow road all the way to the beach, where i…

Skywatch Friday… In the land where nature knows no end

I woke up early, and as i opened the balcony door, the beautiful morning sun welcomed me with a cheer. This was my 1st trip to Hampi and what an…

Skywatch Friday- Aayi Mandapam, Pondicherry

I’ve lost count of the number of times i have visited this town, back in the days we used to do weekend trips, just drive down, stay with a friend…

Skywatch Friday- Where they meet

“Poompuhar welcomes you” was the signboard i saw up ahead. We were really here and headed towards the delta. The town bore a sleepy look, probably because it was a…

Skywatch Friday… Heavenly

Through the window, i peered out trying to see if the towering chapel was in view, my neck was starting to hurt and the lady in adjoining seat was giving…

Skywatch Friday – Drama in the sky

Today, as we celebrate Tamil New year’s day, and Malayali’s celebrate Vishu, Tulu’s celebrate Bisu, i remember my friends in Kochi… About a month ago, one Friday evening I was…

Skywatch Friday- Serene

While in Kerala rather Kochi few weeks ago, I would go on lazy walks along the Fore shore road, a quiet street along the back waters.

Skywatch Friday… Touching the skies

This past week has been quite hectic, work , travel and generally been busy! The travel bit was exciting, as it was a last minute plan..

Skywatch Friday… Queen’s Bath, Hampi

As you drive towards the Royal Enclosure, a structure will catch your attention, it is the Queen’s Bath. From afar it is resembles just another rectangular building, but once you…

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.

Skywatch Friday- Through the ruins

With apprehension, i got out of the car and checked to see if the gates were open.. Phew, they were! This was my 2nd time here at Sadras Fort [well…

Skywatch Friday, The King’s Balance

As i made my way around the outer wall of Vittala Temple, Hampi when i spotted this huge arch of sorts on the left with a few structures beyond on…

Skywatch Friday… Morning breaks

I could hear a buzz near my head, but wasnt sure if i was dreaming or if it was for real.. It was getting quite annoying and after a few…

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!

Skywatch Friday- Where Mughals rest…

I hopped off the bus and began looking for the entrance gate.. It had been 6yrs since i had visited this place last…Back then i was travelling with college, and…

Vipassana – Sound of silence!

It was the last day and we were finally allowed to talk! Yes, allowed to talk. My friend and I had just spent 10, waiting, it was almost 11 days…

Skywatch Friday… Blues all the way

Walking along the ocean, watching the sun rise or go down is the most perfect moment.. especially when travelling! The moment is when you are surrounded by none, and there…

Skywatch Friday… Good morning says the sun

The morning dawned quite early. I was up and ready, armed with a bottle of water and my camera! The beach closest to where i was staying was the Calangute…

Skywatch Friday…The sun sets on the Lotus

I stood there waiting for the crowds to move away, to capture the magnificient place in all its glory. I could hear my friends call out my name, but i…

Skywatch Friday- Flaming away

Its morning The sun is all ready to rise Lets go to beach were the words resonating in my head… Up and off we went….

[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- Green fields and blue skies

Friday is here, and i look forward to feasting on the beautiful skies shared across the blogsville… It also brings with it fond memories as i glance through some of…

Skywatch Friday- Clouds in the Hills

All this work is taking a toll on my Blog!! I’ve not blogged a travel story since the last .. well the last one!! Hopefully next week should be better..

Skywatch Friday- Dusk

Work to be ploughed through Deadlines to be met My mind is in such a buzz… The only thing that soothes my senses is blogging, reading, or revisiting the photographs…

Skywatch Friday- History within the walls

This photograph was taken in Sringeri the last time i visited. The sky was a beautiful blue, and the Vidya Shankar temple seemed to shine against the evening sky….

Skywatch friday- In the laps of Luxury,Madras

Last evening, while walking down Pondy Bazar after visiting the Blackberry Service center, i noticed the sky was dark grey, and clouds were all over, as if they were brimming…

[Skywatch Friday] Where the Boats rest, Chennai

Me: What is the one place you want to go to when you come to Chennai/Madras? Cousin [over the phone from Delhi]- The Beach I rest my case!!

[Skywatch Friday] Prayer to the skies

While in Kerala, we drove down to this Palace town called Thirupunithura.. A town that has over 45palaces, where they were referred to as Palace 1, 2, or palace 13……

Skywatch Friday -The Cross

The Santhome Basilica, Chennai is an architectural marvel that holds my attention every time i drive past it. The pristine white walls, the pointed structure, and the cross on top-…

Skywatch Friday/Project 365- Sun sets in kochi

Ah, Friday, I’ve missed you! Just got back from a fun packed trip to Fort Kochi and bangalore… While in Kochi, we walked along the Vasco Da Gama Square, along…

Skywatch Friday Project 365 Day 72 Reach high

Heading back to Chennai from Kalahasthi, these clouds came along with us, as if teasing the mountains to reach for them and catch them!! 🙂 What fun it must have…

Skywatch Friday Project 365 Day 64 Pure

While driving back from Kalahasthi, we missed a turn somewhere and discovered we were on a road that was different from the one we had gone on earlier in the…

Project 365 Skywatch Friday Day 50 Under the Sky

After the exhilarating boat ride on the Pulicat Lake, we went over to visit the Fort & Cemetery, or rather the ruins… The Dutch Cemetery in Pulicat dates back to…

Skywatch Friday Project 365 Day 44 Guide

The lighthouse in the Marina beach stands tall, guiding fishermen and those out at sea. The light reaches far beyond our vision… I took this pic on my phone few…

Skywatch Friday Project 365 Day 32- The Perspective

Its Friday already, and as the days and weeks have been, i keep wondering where the days are flying by, where time is whizzing off to… Woke up fresh and…

Skywatch Friday/ Project365 Day 11 – Towering heights

Few days ago, while returning home from a meeting,passed by the Santhome Church and paused for a minute.. The Church always has me in awe, mesmerized almost… Today too, asked…

[Skywatch friday] Journey of the clouds

One evening while walking around Vagator beach, the sky was Blazing…looked alive… For more beautiful skies, visit Skywatch Friday

[Skywatch friday] Shapes

Spotted this sculpture at the newly revamped Natesan Park, T Nagar in Chennai.. Wonder the inspiration or the reason behind this piece was… There was quite a bit of buzz…

[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

[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 –…

[Skywatch Friday] Reflections

During my recent holiday , we drove down from Allepey to the Krishnapuram Palace in Kayamkulam. This palace is said to be a replica of the Padmanabapuram palace, Trivandrum..

[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…

[Skywatch Friday] Gotcha!

I call it “the loop in the sky” A loop created by the Jasmine flower creeper A loop that seemed to catch the sky For more beautiful skies, visit Skyley

[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…

[Skywatch Friday] The Sailor rests

Everytime i visit the Elliots beach, Besant Nagar, am drawn to the Karl Schmidt Memorial that stands alone near the ocean… The memorial seems to tell a different story at…

[Skywatch Friday] Reaching high

This picture was shot during my visit to Madurai enroute Rameswaram 2months back…. The beautiful Madurai meenakshi amman temple in madurai.. For more beautifu skies, click here

[Skywatch Friday] Raging river and shooting skies

Hampi is a land filled with heritage and history… Whilst we were there last weekend, the River Tungabadra was brimming and raging across the town….

[Skywatch Friday] Ablaze

As we got back home after a short sweet visit to Hebbal Lake, the city lights seemed to be competing with the sky lights… A day later, as i was…

[Skywatch Friday] Start Action..Drama

Watching the sun blaze Up above in the mighty sky colors, orange to blue clouds swishing past as if to rehearse as if on cue they move and glide coming…

Skywatch Friday -Party in the Sky

As i watched the evening sky light up change hues the only thing that came to my mind was “They were having a party up there”…..

Skywatch Friday … Towering heights!!

The Clouds going swish swish.. waving their magic wand on us all …:) Sun peaking from behind the trees as if to say goodbye!! Pretty skies amidst water and flowers…