Janapada Loka Ramanagara – preserving the folk cosmos of Karnataka

Countless times have we crossed the Ramanagara district and Channapatna town on our multiple trips to Ooty, our trip exploring the town of Mysore and the Mysore Zoo, our trip to Coorg, when we went to Kabini and to Wayanad. But never did we get a chance to stop at Janapada Loka Ramanagara. It is … Read more

4 days Pondicherry trip itinerary

Pondicherry, renamed Puducherry and fondly called as “Pondy” by its residents – has always been the laid back contrasting beach destination to the great party scenes of Goa in India. When in the search of solitude and a relaxing vacation, heading to either Pondicherry or the beaches of Goa, particularly South Goa , is our … Read more

A perfect weekend in Mahabalipuram

If you are yearning for a perfect weekend from Bangalore, alongside the sea, without driving too long. Then Mahabalipuram can provide you with the perfect options. Years back, we explored the town of Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram). As a part of this trip we visited the places to see in Mahabalipuram including some UNESCO World Heritage Sites. … Read more

A walk through Mehrangarh Fort Jodhpur

Mehrangarh Fort Jodhpur Rajasthan India

“A palace that might have been built by Titans and coloured by the morning sun” – Rudyard Kipling quoting Mehrangarh Fort And believe me, there is no exaggeration into his quote. Mehrangarh fort is one of the most beautiful, massive and at the same time intricate architectural wonders of India. A trip to Jodhur, Rajasthan … Read more

Chapora Fort Goa | Dil Chahta Hai Fort | Timing, location, how to reach, when to go

Chapora Fort Goa | Dil Chahta Hai Fort

Chapora fort is one of the many offbeat locations in Goa made famous by the Bollywood movies. So much so that the name “Chapora Fort” immediately reminds one of the scene from the movie “Dil Chahta Hai” where 3 friends spend quiet time together and build countless memories here. Until then, I am sure it … Read more

8 Things to do in Madurai in a day

Madurai is a culturally, historically and traditionally important town of South India. It is also famous as the “temple town of India” given it has many ancient temples. Particularly the Meenakshi Amman Temple. But is temple visiting the only thing to do in Madurai? Of course not. We visited Madurai on our 5 days trip … Read more

Hopping through heritage Chettinad houses in Karaikudi

The grandeur of the heritage Chettinad Houses in Karaikudi is really difficult to describe. You have got to witness it yourself. These are the mansions of Chettinad which until sometimes back I didn’t know much about. Then started materialising our 5 days road trip to Madurai, Rameshwaram and Tanjore from Bangalore. And I was looking … Read more

2 most important places to visit in Thanjavur in a day – a complete guide to Thanjavur

On the second last day of our 5 days trip to Madurai – Rameshwaram – Chettinad – Thanjavur – Bangalore, we reached Thanjavur. With just close to one day at hand, we had to choose wisely which places to visit in Thanjavur. And definitely it had to be the two most famous, most important iconic … Read more

Visiting the 10 most sacred and beautiful temples of Madurai

Madurai is rightly called the temple town of India. For one, it is home to the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple. But not just that, it is also home to many other sacred and beautiful temples. Some of these are very ancient temples. And they have some of the best architecture among the ancient temples of … Read more