Tweet I always used to get fascinated by Hampi when ever I used to come across the pictures of larger than life boulders, the scattered remnants, the majestic temples, the splendid river and the glorious sunsets. But until I did my research for planning my travel to Hampi – a UNESCO heritage site, little did […]
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Mysore Dasara – World famous Indian festival!
TweetWhen the hustling bustling city turns into a traditional royal city where you see a herd of elephants walking on the streets with their mahouts guiding them. An elaborate fair set up attracting a lot of foreign and local visitors. When the city turns sparkling clean to welcome thousands of tourists and transports everybody back […]
Luxury brewed strong at Java Rain Resorts, Chikmagalur
TweetThe original hills of coffee, Chikmagalur had been on my mind for years for its soothing climate, coffee estates and rich history. Yet, I couldn’t visit this serene hill town till last week. So, when Java Rain Resort, Chikmagalur invited me for the review of their newly opened property, I gladly accepted the invite and […]
Keremane Estate – A relaxing weekend getaway
TweetAll I wanted was some fresh air, a new crisp book in my hands, Coorg style filter coffee, good home cooked food and relief from Bengaluru heat. With an aim of doing absolutely nothing and relaxing to the bits on a weekend, I with a group of friends planned to head to Coorg but without […]
A day at Heritage Centre and Aerospace Museum, Bangalore
TweetI overheard an 8 year old girl saying ” I don’t want to go to that fighter aircraft alone as nobody is there to explain me about it”. It occurred to me yet again that museums should be explored in detail rather than just being touched. Yeah, a young girl reminded me how to visit museums. Despite being a […]
My experience of not so green nature in Kakkabe hills
Tweet“Anyone can love a rose, but it takes a lot to love a leaf. It’s ordinary to love the beautiful, but it’s beautiful to love the ordinary.” – Unknown I have always wondered why the most picturesque places lay forgotten during so called “off season” while is overflowing with tourists during “on season”. When these […]