Much more peaceful than sister city Bengaluru, Mysuru has become a retirement hub for many Kannadigas. It is one of the best planned and cleanest cities in India. Historically the capital of Mysuru dynasty, it was the centre of all administration, learning and power in erstwhile times. There are enough places to visit around Mysuru,… Read More »Places to visit around Mysuru
Known as Scotland of India, Kodagu/ Madikeri/ Mercera/ Coorg is famous for coffee, oranges, chocolates and pork. Although I have not been to Scotland, this place is definitely quite different with respect to landscape and culture. We cover main places to visit in Kodagu here The Kodavas who are native to this region have their… Read More »Places to visit in Kodagu
India is the only country with tigers and lions in the wild. Ranthambore has risen to popularity with the famous Machli and Sitara. I got a chance to visit this place on a company outing Ranthambore National Park is 5 hours away from Delhi and 3 hours from Jaipur airport. You can stop by Chand… Read More »Ranthambore National Park
The Western Ghats in Karnataka make it geographically suitable to have hundreds of waterfalls. The monsoon season from June to September adds power to these waterfalls, making it quite scenic. Here’s a list of waterfalls of Karnataka we have explored in the region Shimoga Belgaum Mandya Uttara Kannada Chikmagalur Udupi Coorg Chamarajanagar Explore Coasts of… Read More »Waterfalls of Karnataka
Home to many waterfalls, temples, forests and beaches, Uttara Kannada is a paradise. Karwar is the capital and central point for most connections. Gokarna, Karwar, Honnavara, Murdeshwara for beaches; Yana, Dandeli for nature; Idagunji Sirsi for temples; Sadashivgad, Mirjan for forts; Unchalli, Magod, Sathodi, Vibhuti for waterfalls; are the most prominent places to visit in… Read More »Places to visit in Uttara Kannada
Hyderabad, the capital of Telangana has a heavy Islamic influence. I have visited places across different work trips and would love to go back to see more. The Golconda fort, Charminar, Falaknuma Palace, Salar Jung museum, Hussain Sagar Lake, Statue of Equality are some of the prominent places to visit in Hyderabad Hyderabad is also… Read More »Places to visit in Hyderabad
Rajasthan is a state of kings and forts. Every city will have a fort on the hilltop, protecting the central area. Despite scarcity of water, the kings of the past have built various lakes, stepwells and other water bodies to ensure sustenance. The food and clothes of Rajasthan are also something to cherish. The colorful… Read More »Places to visit in Rajasthan
Most of our visits to Andhra Pradesh have been to temples. The temples at Tirupati, Mantrayala, Sri Kalahasti, Puttparti are all one of the most famous in India. For natural wonders, best places to visit in Andhra Pradesh incude Gandikota canyon, Belum and Araku caves, and for beaches, head to Vishakapatnam While we cover them… Read More »Places to visit in Andhra Pradesh
The temples of Lepakshi in Andhra Pradesh are about 120km/ 3 hours away from Bengaluru in Karnataka. We did a day tour from Bengaluru to cover this temple along with the Jatayu Theme park nearby. KSTDC organizes day tours from Bengaluru on select days We had breakfast at a South Indian Highway joint near Devanahalli… Read More »How to visit Temples of Lepakshi
Caves and temples of Maharashtra stand out from the rest in India. King Shivaji played an important role in building the forts, while ancient Rashtrakutas build the caves. We covered architectural jewels of Maharashtra on a 10 day tour from Karnataka. Caves of Ajanta, Ellora, Aurangabad were the highlights, along with temples of Kolhapur, Nashik,… Read More »Caves and temples of Maharashtra