Bangalore to Vatadahosahalli Lake and Gudibande Fort

Day trips around Bangalore have become our new normal now a days. Over the last few weeks we visited several beautiful secluded places around Bangalore including Chhota Ladakh, Muninagara Dam, Mariapura Lake and Gundanjenyaswamy Temple. All of these were within 50km of our residence. On each of these trips, we packed our food from home, … Read more

A drive to Nandi Hills Bangalore

A drive to Nandi Hills doesn’t need any introduction when it comes to the buzzing travellers and explorers of Bangalore and around. In fact, of all the young population arriving in Bangalore year on year, majority visit Nandi Hills in the first few months of their stay in Bangalore. And so had it. However, years … Read more

Honnemaradu Shimoga – the best kept secret of river Sharavathi

The district of Shimoga in North Karnataka is surrounded by mesmerising natural wonders. From one of the tallest waterfalls of India – Jog Falls to the wettest place of India – Agumbe. Shimoga has old forts on hill tops surrounded by mist and clouds on one hand. And wildlife sanctuaries or elephant camps on the … Read more

Witnessing one of the highest waterfalls of India – Jog Falls Karnataka

Although living in Karnataka, we chased waterfalls in Meghalaya on our short and sweet Meghalaya trip from Bangalore, had an amazing encounter with the majestic Athirapally waterfalls in Kerala on our Bangalore to Kerala Road Trip and even visited some majestic waterfalls on our trip to Uttarakhand and Shimla and Manali trip. And yet, one … Read more

Our beautiful weekend trip from Bangalore to Shimoga & Malnad

There are so many places to visit around Bangalore that when it comes to selecting a weekend getaway from Bangalore, it is really a tricky choice. Having been to most of the famous tourist places in South India like the hills of Coorg and Chikmagalur in Karnataka. And the princess of hill stations – Kodaikanal … Read more

A royal staycation at the Royal Orchid Brindavan Garden Mysore

Royal Orchid Brindavan Gardens

On our recent weekend getaway from Bangalore, we had a royal stay at the Royal Orchids Brindavan Garden Mysore. And I must say, I was impressed by the wonderful and relaxing experience we had here. Actually we have done several trips to Mysore earlier. But mostly we have explored the royal city of Mysore on … Read more

A perfect weekend in Coorg touching the clouds

Come weekend and we Bangaloreans start looking for a city-escape. To be surrounded by nature. And spend a quiet and peaceful staycation from Bangalore somewhere in the greenery, with perfect views. Located at a short driving distance of just 4-5 hours from Bangalore, the district of Kodagu or Coorg has the best possible options. Whether … Read more

A complete guide to visit Hampi Karnataka

Huge Royal Enclosures that speak luxury ! International Trade Markets from before the era of Christ ! Temples with architecture most brilliant and stunning ! Spread over acres and acres of land & spanning thousands of years ! Welcome to Hampi – the largest open air museum of India. If you like visiting historical places … Read more

11 Ancient Temples in India with amazing architecture

Ancient Temples in India | Lepakshi Temple | Meenakshi Temple | Hoysaleswara Temple | Konark Temple | Shore Temple | Thanjor Temple

There are countless ancient temples in India . In fact, India is a land of extraordinarily beautiful culture and heritage. Over the centuries, the beauty of the monuments and historical shrines of India has put the world in great amazement. Also, India is a land of temples. Most of which are carved out by pouring … 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