Gandikota is a secluded village located in the southern part of Andhra Pradesh, which is well known for its tourist attractions like the Gandikota Fort, Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Gandikota Mosque, and the breathtaking canyons on the Penna River. Gandikota is a perfect weekend getaway if you are located in Chennai, Bangalore, or Hyderabad. Jammalamadugu is …
I fondly remember waking up to a rooster’s call in the sleepy little coastal town of Diveagar, in the Raigad district of Maharashtra (India). My tryst with this quaint town grew instantaneously over a handful of experiences. Something just as simple as driving along the dreamy coast of the invigorating Arabian Sea, that drew us …
Why visit Jawhar? Back in 2016, when I’d had my first tryst with Jawhar, in the arid wintry months of November, I had only a little inclination towards the mustard mountains, sparse vegetation, and partially dried-up rivers. But the monsoon months unraveled contrasting wonders altogether. With the coming of the rains, Jawhar seemed to have …
Mandalpatti Peak, a well-known name to the locals but relatively less familiar to the tourists, is a fascinating place to visit. Mandalpatti Peak is situated approximately 30 kilometers from Madikeri, Karnataka. The Peak is 4050 feet above the sea level and offers some of the exquisite views in South India. Reaching the Mandalpatti viewpoint might …
A meditation camp was held at Naggar, Himachal Pradesh, a few months back. I was a part of it and so was a fellow practitioner, who is a scientist at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre. We were there for three days, and each day I saw this scientist walk to a nearby shop to purchase …
When they say travel photography, a montage of cool Bollywood movies, random travel plans, living a life on the edge sort of images race in mind. But is that it? Is that the truth of travel photography? Certainly, no! Let’s blame Bollywood, travel shows, and social media platforms for this ultra romanticized portrait of the …
Usually, people avoid trips during the Monsoon, especially to hill stations and trek spots, but I decided otherwise because my trip to Kerala in the month of April was tiring. I wanted to experience the rain and Agumbe, and I signed up to a combined trip organized by a group – Muddie Trails. It was …
Do you love the idea of visiting a quaint little town with historic charm, walking through a refreshing gust of dense mist, staying at a colonial-era British bungalow, and relishing farm-fresh meals at a garden restaurant? Then pack your bags and take a trip to Panchgani. As the name suggests, Panchgani literally translates as the …
