Trekking Route English

To The Lap of Mother Nature – Agasthyarkoodam Part 1

A travel becomes fruitful when we feel physically and mentally energetic and when what we want to see can be seen and understood without any obstruction. This time, my journey fulfilled all these conditions – a thrilling trip to the greenery of the rainforests, away from the busy life. In one way, it is a […]

Coracle Boat English

The Smoking Rocks – Part 2

I slept as soon as I lay down on the bed in my room. I woke up to the sound of the alarm clock. I dressed up as fast as I could and got out of the room and that same time, a man came and told me that he was ready to take me […]

Fishes Masala English

The Smoking Rocks – Part 1

Hogenakkal Falls, often known as the ‘Niagara Falls of India’, is a natural wonder hidden in a forest village. I spent a day out of the busy city life, enjoying the forest along the beautiful and peaceful Kaveri River. Visit to the Hogenakkal Falls in Dharmapuri District of Tamil Nadu was a totally new experience […]

Temple Sculpture English

Aayiram Kovil Edam – Kanchipuram Part 2

Kailasnath Temple….is it a temple or a mound of fine arts from all over the world?  At first, I did not understand anything.  When I took a closer look, I saw a wall built of stone mandapas (halls) covered with large number of carvings.  We will be surprised when we examine it in detail.  Everywhere, […]

Cave Temple English

Badami Cave Temples

The cave temples of Badami are situated in Bagalkot District of Karnataka.  Badami Cave Temples are considered as the origin of cave temples.  These temples are chiseled out of a huge rock hill.  The architectural work of Ajanta Ellora Caves is said to have its origin in Badami Cave Temples. The Badami Cave Temples are […]

Pattadakal English

Pattadakal

Pattadakal is a farming village on the banks of Malaprabha River in Bagalkot District of Karnataka.  This place compensates the drawbacks of Aihole and has reached great heights in the art of architecture.  In every inch of space, one can see artistic works which are evidences of superior artistic dexterity.  Pattadakal has 9 temples.  It […]