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

12 interesting facts about Brihadeeshwara Temple Thanjavur – the big temple that doesn’t cast shadow

places to visit in Thanjavur

Thanjavur or Tanjore is the cultural hub of Tamil Nadu. This city was ruled by numerous dynasties in the past. And hence, was the centre of art, architecture and religion for centuries. A foremost example of the amalgamation of it’s art, architecture and religion is the Brihadishvara Temple. No doubt, Thanjavur and Brihadeshwara Temple have … 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