Our extremely beautiful Bangalore to Bekal Road Trip

For the longest time, we were planning a Bangalore to Bekal Road Trip. First when we planned our week long Kerala road trip from Bangalore last year. But then we dropped Bekal from the plan due to lack of time. Then, during our marriage anniversary in June first week, we were contemplating to visit Bekal. … Read more

Exploring the majestic Bekal Fort Kerala

As I stood on top of the massive watchtower, gasping at the 360 degree views of the surrounding coastline. Suddenly my imagination went live. With a port full of boats, prospering with import – export. An army and it’s ships cruising through the Arabian Sea towards the fort and canons firing through the holes in … Read more

A visit to the Sri Krishna Temple and Math Udupi

Of all the temples of India that I have visited, I found Sri Krishna Temple and Math Udupi to be very unique. Unique in it’s story, it’s prayers, it’s culture and conduct. Read on to know more about why I say so.    Although I am not a very religious person. But the beautiful mythological … Read more

Places to see in Badami in a day

On our recent trip to Karnataka’s cultural circuit , i.e., a trip to Badami, Pattadakal and Aihole, we spent a day in Badami. On that day we explored the different places to see in Badami in one day. Although, there are lots of places to see in Badami. But, we were visiting with kids. So, … Read more

Exploring the cave temples of Badami

I won’t be exaggerating if I say for years I have dreamt of exploring the cave temples of Badami. Along with the UNESCO World Heritage declared Pattadakal Temple Complex and the cradle of Indian Temple Architecture at Aihole. But somehow this trip kept evading me. Until 2023. When all of a sudden, we made a … Read more

Visiting Pattadakal group of monuments in Karnataka – The university of temple architecture of India

Although we have visited several ancient temples of India so far. Many of which have simply left us spell bound. I struggled to grasp the details in the Jain Temple of Ranakpur and the temple of Halebidu in Hoysala Kingdom. While I was left gasping looking at the carvings of the Temple Complex of Khajuraho … Read more

Serene and Tranquil Bhootnatha Group of Temples Badami

The Bhootnatha Temple Badami or Bhoothnatha Group of Temples Badami is one of the most serene and tranquil temples that I visited on my trip to Badami, Pattadakal Temple Complex and Aihole Temple Complex. Located across the lake Agastya from the Bhootnath Caves, the temples look serene from far and near. I got the first … Read more

Time travel at the cradle of Indian Temple Architecture at Aihole

“Cradle of Indian Temple architecture at Aihole” – sounds strange? Wondering if there’s really a “cradle” of the temple architecture in India? Where the varied, beautiful and mind-blowing temples of India drive their inspirations from? Yes, there is one such place. Located in the center of North Karnataka – in the cultural circuit of Badami … Read more

Exploring tourist places of Karaikudi and Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu

Exploring glamorous and luxurious mansions Experiencing one of the finest cuisines of India Staying like royalty in one of the several heritage hotels Driving alongside lush green farmlands And visiting some of the most unique temples of India Hearing about the most unique legendary story of the mighty and witted Chettiars!! Generally when you think … Read more

A visit to Channapatna Toys Factory – natural, wooden, safe, beautiful – proudly Indian toys

Through the countless trips to the town of Mysore and further on our trips to Ooty, to Wayanad and Kabini and Coorg, we have always enjoyed the stretch of the Bangalore – Mysore highway that crosses along the town of Channapatna. As we cross the welcoming board saying ” Welcome to the land of toys … Read more