11 Lesser Known Hoysala Temples of Karnataka
The Hoysalas ruled around modern-day Karnataka from the 11th-13th century. They were great patronage of arts, literature, and religion. They are known for their...
Chennakesava Temple – Shining Jewel Of Belur, Karnataka
Belur is a small town in the Hassan district of Karnataka, situated on the banks of the Yagachi River, amidst lush surroundings. Also known...
Mattur The Sanskrit Speaking Village Of Karnataka
Mattur has been on my wishlist since I first heard that all the people of this village can speak Sanskrit. Something that might have...
Sringeri – The Temple Town Around Sharada Peetham
Sringeri gets its name from Rishi Shringya, son of Rishi Vibhandaka. In fact, the full name is RishiShringra Giri, Giri meaning mountain. The etymology...
Top Bangalore Souvenirs To Buy – Shopping In Bengaluru
Bangalore gets all kinds of travelers – business travelers, heritage travelers, friends and family of the old and new residents. I am sure everyone...
Top Coorg Souvenirs To Pick – Shopping In Madikeri
Coorg district is a popular destination for travelers, particularly the weekenders from Bangalore. Can you really travel without bringing back a bit of the...
Talakaveri, Bhagamandala & Triveni Sangam – Coorg Attractions
Kaveri or Cauvery as the British spelled it, is the life-sustaining river of two major South Indian states. These days we hear Kaveri only...
Padi Igguthappa Temple – Meet The Presiding Deity Of Coorg
Padi Igguthappa Temple, dedicated to Igguthappa is the most important deity of Kodavas and Kul Devta of the of Kodagu or Coorg. In ancient...
Coffee Plantation Life At Coorg With Old Kent Estate
I wanted to live on a coffee plantation the first time I visited this area way back in 2004. However, an inaccessible way came...
Sahasralinga, Sirsi – Thousand Shivalingas In Shalmala River
Sirsi is the heart of Uttara Kannada nested in the lush green Western Ghats. Almost every road from here takes you to a scenic...
