Birds of Nandi Hills – An ode to the feathery angels
Nandi Hills may have begun as a simple sunrise destination for us. But our staycation there during the Covid lockdown unveiled a hidden side of this place we had never...
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Adiyogi, Chikkaballapur – An Evening of Spiritual Bliss and a Visitor’s Guide
It was a sunny March afternoon in 2023 when we first visited Adiyogi statue at Chikkaballapur. It was an impromptu visit as we were at Nandi Hills. Despite being under...
Things not to miss in Mysore – A Regular’s Guide
Mysore has a very special place in our hearts. When Sush and I initially came to Bangalore, Mysore was our go-to destination whenever friends or family visited. We have been...
Fireflies mantled Nights and Misty Mornings – A different Coorg
This world is full of wonders, the kind of wonder that takes your breath away and makes you feel humbled. And we were lucky to have one such magical experience...
Chitradurga – Of Fort, Windmills and Flower fields
Just 200 Kms from Bangalore, lies Chitradurga district, home to a prodigious fort of the same name. But Chitradurga is not only about the fort. The place also entices with...
Staycation at Nandi Hills – An unique offbeat experience near Bangalore
Nandi Hills – The name itself is enough to conjure up images of misty surroundings and breathtaking sunrises; A name familiar to almost every Bangalorean. But more than anything, Nandi...
Nandi Hills – Bangalore’s favourite sunrise destination
Bangalore may provide many options for day trips. But when it comes to sunrise places, it is Nandi hills that takes all the limelight. We have visited Nandi Hills twice in...
Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal – A glimpse of Karnataka’s rich heritage
North Karnataka is a treasure trove when it comes to historical sites and monuments. When Hampi is it’s most popular child, the smaller town of Badami is still unknown to...
Hassan Windmill Temple – A tryst with the wind giants
Standing under the warm morning sun while the gentle winter breeze flirted with my hair, I looked at the surreal landscape in front my eyes. Verdant mountains dotted with a...
Hassan – An offbeat weekend getaway from Bangalore
A historical district just 185 kilometers from Bangalore, Hassan has been on our list ever since we passed through it on our trip to Chikkamangaluru. The windmill dotted mountains, the...
Mandaragiri Hills – For an impromptu day trip from Bangalore
It was a regular Friday night in January and as usual we were up late binge-watching a tv series while savouring some pizza. This is when Sush casually suggested to...
Day trip to Mirjan Fort – A hidden gem near Gokarna
When we visited Jog Falls this October, we had an additional day in hand to explore other places. I was just searching for nearby attractions when I stumbled upon Mirjan...
