Blog Posts

We have been writing since early 2000. In total we have written 431 posts.

Travel

Exploring Aihole and Patadkal

Embark on a scenic road trip through Karnataka, exploring Aihole's ancient temples and UNESCO site Patadkal. Discover the fusion of South & North Indian architecture before heading to Badami for...

Travel

Hampi

Exploring Hampi's rich heritage in Day 2: Visited key temples like Vittala & Queen Bath, enjoyed local cuisine at Mango Tree café by the river, and ended with an unconventional temple visit before...

Travel

Road trip - October 2012

Embark on a historic Karnataka journey, celebrating Durga Pooja in Bangalore before exploring Hampi and ancient Aihole-Pattadakal. Plan for an extended drive to cover Bijapur's sights like Gol...

Travel

Coonoor - Acre Wild

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Coonoor with stunning vistas of tea gardens, British legacy in well-planned roads & bungalows, botanical garden treasures from around the world and a...

Travel

RedHill

Embark on an adventurous drive through Ooty's scenic routes, encountering landslides named for their history, enjoying pristine beauty during rain from the hilltop while making new friends with a...

Travel

Masinagudi

Experience the serene beauty of South India's jungles and wildlife at JungleHut, a family-run resort in Masinagudi offering exclusive safaris, swimming pools, continental dinners, and leopard...

Travel

Yercaud

Discover Yercaud, dubbed "poor man's Ooty," a serene South Indian retreat with lush landscapes and charming locales for an unforgettable escape from Bangalore’s heat (149 characters). Dive into this...

Travel

Anandhadam

A blogger recounts their unexpected invitation to a charity walk, the challenges faced due to illness and gender-balancing changes, followed by an adventurous stay at Anandhadam with Pamela. They...

General

Tata Nano

Bloggers share their journey of transitioning to an Indian compact SUV, settling on a practical yet affordable CX model after test-driving and considering various options. They highlight the car's...

Travel

Munnar in Monsoon

Escape from Bangalore for a wildlife and cultural adventure in Munnar, Karnataka! Discover Eravikulam National Park's Nilgiri Tahr amidst scenic spots like Mattupetty Dam. Enjoy Kathakali at...

General

A quick post

Discovering an old clipping about Chaturanan Mishra, who was both freedom fighter & legislator post-independence in Bihar—a name meaning 'four faces,' tied to Brahma but also linked with a darker...

General

Father Day - Thank you Aarush

A father shares his May experiences as Pamela secures teaching job in Bangalore; he juggles morning routines, hires temporary drivers and adapts Aarush (7) to new school life amidst fun but...