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If you are 150 years old, flaunt it like Kolavara Heritage

If you are 150 years old, flaunt it like Kolavara Heritage

Heritage homes are nice to visit, and nice to see. But, for the owners, a heritage home is more of a headache because it is very difficult to maintain. Not everyone who inherits a heritage home is up for the challenge. So, it is nice to meet people who have taken up this challenge. Kolavara Heritage is a 150-year-old home near Thirthahalli, Shivamogga district. Located amidst an arecanut…

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Toddy shop tour in Kerala

For the adventurous types, a visit to Kerala is incomplete without a visit to a toddy shop. Toddy is a beverage tapped from palm trees. It is form of local wine. But, what I like more is the spicy sides that come with the toddy

Backwaters, ayurveda, temples and beaches….these comprise the itinerary of most people who visit Kerala. Rightly so. But, for the more adventurous types, I feel that a visit to Kerala is incomplete without a visit to a toddy shop. So, let me tell you something about toddy. Toddy is a beverage that is tapped from palm trees. You can call it a form of local wine. Kerala has plenty of palm trees.…

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Tasty non-veg meal by all-woman crew of Valli Mess

Authentic Tamil food by all-woman crew of Valli Mess in Dharmapuri

I often visit restaurants to try the food, but I now seek out places that have a unique taste. This is a reason why I travel out of the city in search of a tasty meal. Food in cities is good, but to get the local flavour, you need to travel to the place whose cuisine you would like to try. Most of the times that I travelled to Tamil Nadu, I ate in regular restaurants. But I felt like I was not…

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Fancy bathing an elephant...welcome to Sakrebyle

Fancy bathing an elephant…welcome to Sakrebyle

Elephants are fascinating. While they are huge compared to humans, their behaviour is quite close to that of humans. The relatively gentle nature of these wild animals, and their general portrayal as gentle creatures, makes humans believe that these otherwise-formidable creatures are approachable. But, this gentle nature is visible only when humans maintain a distance from elephants. Try to get…

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Rare temple in lake is a visual delight

India has many temples and several lakes, but how many temples do you know are in the middle of a lake? Allow me to unveil Varanga in Udupi district of coastal Karnataka

India has many temples and several lakes, but how many temples do you know are in the middle of a lake? I discovered one such unique place near Udupi in coastal Karnataka. The temple is located in a village named Varanga. Varanga is a pilgrimage centre for the Jain community, and popular among tourists for the Kere Basadi, or temple in a lake. A basadi is a temple of the Jain community. The…

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Dal Bati Churma in Bengaluru

Where can you find good dal bati churma in Namma Bengaluru...try Bikaner Sweets in Chickpet

Food was not on my mind when I set out for Chickpet in Bengaluru because I wanted to purchase some things for my house. Chickpet is the biggest market in Bengaluru. It is the place where you can get everything. From stuff for your kitchen, bathroom and living room to your office and godown. There is so much stuff that you will end up spending the entire day in Chickpet, and buying more than you…

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Best sandwich in a village in Karnataka Chikkamagaluru district

Royal Cafe near Chikkamagaluru is a great place for a sandwich, noodles, wrap, pizza and coffee. It is in a village in Karnataka where finding a place to eat is a challenge in itself

Getting a sandwich is no big deal in Bengaluru. But, what if you want a good sandwich when you are on a holiday, in the midst of coffee estates, in a village in Karnataka? Where getting a good restaurant is a challenge in itself. You can get sandwiches, but they are just about okay. So, when I discovered Royal Cafe in Balehonnur, Chikkamagaluru district, central Karnataka, I became a fan. I had…

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Selvi Mess in Salem is best place for non veg food on NH44

Selvi Mess in Salem is best place for non veg food when you are travelling from Bengaluru to south India on national highway 44. A clean washroom and toilet is another reason to stop at this restaurant. When I visited, the day's special was Brain Fry :)

I am not a fan of big meals during road trips. But when people recommend a restaurant, I become curious. A friend spoke highly of a restaurant in Salem where she always stops for a meal when she travels with her family from Bengaluru to Madurai in Tamil Nadu. I decided to check out the place. Salem is about 200 km south of Bengaluru. The road is good, allowing me to cover this distance in…

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places to visit near Udupi Light house at Kaup in Karnataka on west coast of India

The light house at Kaup near Udupi is among the few where you can climb to the top for some stunning visuals of the sunset. Watch the setting sun burn up the sky

Job descriptionGovernment jobGood salary with all government benefitsJob profileSwitch on/off lightCo-workers: NoneMobile network: Not availablePerks of the jobSea-facing officeWatch sunrise or sunset daily This might have been the job description for the person who works in a light house. Would this job description motivate you to apply? A light house is built on the sea shore to warn ships of…

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Clean good toilet on highway Bangalore Bengaluru Salem Lavato Krishnagiri

Anyone taking a road trip would know that a clean toilet is a myth on the highway. But, Lavato at Krishnagiri offers a ray of hope. An entrepreneur has turned this unpleasant business into a successful venture. If you don't believe me, watch the video

Public toilets are repulsive. No one wants to use them unless absolutely necessary. Yet, everyone needs to use a toilet. You can hold it in, but at some point, you have to go. Pay-and-use toilets are no better. The only difference is that you need to pay and use. Whether the people who collect money at pay-and-use toilets actually use the funds to maintain the premises is something no one has…

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Lepakshi: Temple town in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh

Lepakshi: Temple town in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh. The highlight was the multi-headed snake. And, you will be moved by the story of the valiant fight put up by the bird Jatayu to rescue Sita from the clutches of Ravana, king of Lanka

Lepakshi. The name is intriguing. Then, there is the visual attraction. A sculpture of a multi-headed snake, with its hood up, offering shade to a Shiv ling. You see a lot of reasons to visit this village in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh. But, I got to see more than what I had bargained for. The village is off the highway from Bengaluru to Hyderabad. Once you leave Bengaluru, you need to…

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Charmadi Ghat and Jog Falls in the rain

Charmadi Ghat and Jog Falls in the rain

The rains in the western parts of India are a phenomenon by themselves. They transform the entire western part of India into an exhibit. Trees, leaves, fields and the land turn a bright shade of green. The red mud seems to shine brighter after a good rain. Driving in this weather, with the rain hitting the windshield, is a delight. Pull down the window, and you are greeted by a cool breeze and…

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The Great Indian Monsoon is here....time to go out for a drive

The Great Indian Monsoon is here….time to go out for a drive

One of the most world’s most famous natural phenomenon is unfolding: The Great Indian Monsoon. While you can just sit back and enjoy the rains, you also have the option of driving. I always like to drive in the rain. More the rain, greater the joy. The best seat in the open-air auditorium is on the West Coast. So, that’s where I drove. The feel of rain drops on your hand, the sound of the wind,…

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Most Beautiful Railway Stations in India: Nandi

Most Beautiful Railway Stations in India: Nandi. This heritage structure and its surroundings have the potential to serve as a beautiful setting for a wedding

Nandi railway station is to the north of Bengaluru, just over 50 km away from Majestic, which is the centre of the city. You will not see the name of Nandi railway station in various lists of the most beautiful railway stations in India. But once you visit this beautiful place, you will realise that all those lists are just not complete because they leave out some of the best ones. The front…

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Most Beautiful Railway Stations in India: Avatihalli

Most Beautiful Railway Stations in India: Avatihalli. Can't tell whether 100 is her age or her score in a beauty pageant. What could be the secret of her age-defying looks

Avatihalli railway station is to the north of Bengaluru, just over 40 km from Majestic, which is the centre of the city. It is over 100 years old. It lies on the rail line from Bengaluru to Chikkaballapura. Avatihalli railway station is located just off the highway to Hyderabad. The route to the railway station is a bit tricky. A couple of kilometres after Devana Halli town junction on the…

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Most Beautiful Railway stations in India: Devana Halli

Most Beautiful Railway stations in India: Devana Halli. The trees steal the limelight, and then you have the chaupal

Devana Halli or Devanahalli railway station is to the north of Bengaluru, about 40 km from Majestic, which is the centre of the city. Once you get past the toll plaza before Kempe Gowda International Airport, Bengaluru, slow down at the junction of Devana Halli town. Take the service road to the left. It will take you to Devana Halli Railway Station. The path leading to one of the most beautiful…

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Most Beautiful Railway Stations in India: Dodjala

Most Beautiful Railway Stations in India: Dodjala. The station is very photogenic

Dodjala railway station is in north Bengaluru, about 30 km from Majestic, which is the centre of the city. It is one of the railway stations of the colonial era that South Western Railway plans to re-purpose. The station is over 100 years old. It is no longer relevant in terms of the movement of freight or passengers. The station is off the highway to Hyderabad, and is located before the Kempe…

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